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Jan 2024
17m 9s

Trauma in Relationships

The Angry Therapist
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In this episode, John and MC host a live workshop to talk about what trauma looks like in our relationships. They also talk about why it's so hard to leave a trauma bond, and how much shame someone can feel for not leaving sooner.  Roughly ten minutes of self help in a shot glass. If you're looking for a wine glass, you've come to the wrong place. Marriage f ... Show More
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