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September 8, 2025 31 mins

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The Dark Side of Limerence and Narcissistic Abuse

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limerence, narcissistic relationships, love bombing, emotional abuse, trauma bond, addiction cycle, self-worth, parenting, mental health, healing

Limerence is a psychological term for intense emotional infatuation.Narcissists use love bombing to create limerence in their partners. The addiction cycle in relationships mirrors substance addiction. Survivors often blame themselves for the relationship dynamics.Children of narcissists experience a form of limerence with their parents.Intermittent reinforcement creates trauma bonds in relationships.Adult children of narcissists may struggle with self-worth and trust. Healthy relationships may feel uncomfortable for those raised in chaos. Breaking the cycle of limerence requires awareness and healing.It's crucial for children to learn about healthy relationships.
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Takeaways

  • Limerence is a psychological term for intense emotional infatuation.
  • Narcissists use love bombing to create limerence in their partners.
  • The addiction cycle in relationships mirrors substance addiction.
  • Survivors often blame themselves for the relationship dynamics.
  • Children of narcissists experience a form of limerence with their parents.
  • Intermittent reinforcement creates trauma bonds in relationships.
  • Adult children of narcissists may struggle with self-worth and trust.
  • Healthy relationships may feel uncomfortable for those raised in chaos.
  • Breaking the cycle of limerence requires awareness and healing.
  • It's crucial for children to learn about healthy relationships.



Two Queens and a Joker, My Narcissist Ex and Me 
is sponsored by the Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Center, where we provide therapy, classes, and support groups for people healing from narcissistic abuse. Contact us at www.narctrauma.com. 

Moving forward requires breaking free from old patterns and healing is a gradual process that takes time and self-reflection. We'll get there.


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