Ep. 39 When No Contact is Broken | Discussing the Trauma Bond

You made the brave decision to go no contact—but then something happened. A message. A moment of weakness. A wave of guilt. And suddenly, you’re back in the cycle. In this episode of The Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast, we explore the three most common reasons survivors break no contact—and how to move forward without shame.We examine:How the trauma bond acts like emotional glue, pulling you back even when you know betterThe manipulative tactics narcissists use post-breakup to reel you back in—smear campaigns, guilt trips, and false promisesWhy second-guessing yourself is part of the process—and how to separate truth from traumaWhat to do if you’ve broken no contact—and how to reset your boundaries with clarity and compassionWhy breaking no contact doesn’t mean you’ve failed—it means you’re human, and healing is still possibleThis episode is for anyone who’s ever gone back, even for a moment, and felt ashamed. If you’ve broken no contact and are wondering what now, this conversation will help you understand the “why” behind the relapse—and how to reclaim your power moving forward.Establishing no contact after a relationship with a narcissist is a brave step and is a move in the right direction but it does not come without challenges. Validation. Rebuild. Revolutionize. Narcissistic Abuse RecoveryEmergency EssentialsEmergency SuppliesInstacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour.Free delivery on your first order over $35.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.🔗 Explore More:🌐 Visit the Website:https://movingforwardafterabuse.comExplore free resources, articles, survivor tools, and deep-dive content to help you reclaim your power and heal from narcissistic abuse.📚 Read the Books by Lynn:https://movingforwardafterabuse.com/books-by-lynn/Check out Lynn’s powerful books on narcissistic abuse recovery, manipulation tactics, and the emotional journey of healing. Perfect for survivors ready to take their next step.💡 Want to support the show?Leave us a tip 🎁 Tip Jar: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/waketheelephant📝 Leave a Review:If this episode brought you clarity or comfort, leave a quick review on your favorite podcast app. It helps others find us and keeps the message spreading.Follow our work beyond the podcast: We publish essays and insights on Medium through our Moving Forward with Hope publication, and you can also find additional content and community updates on our Substack. Join us there to go deeper, connect with others, and support the movement.📚 **Books by Lynn** 👉 Go Here 🎓 **Online Course: Narcissistic Abuse Recovery** 👉 Start the Course🤍**Coaching with Lynn** 1:1 Connect with Lynn - Coaching🧘‍♀️ **Somatic Healing Audio Sessions** 👉 Listen Now Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Very informative

After breaking up with the narcissist 4 months ago (for the 3rd time in 8 years) I broke no contact 2 1/2 weeks ago. My psychologist and I are working from the beginning again. It’s so difficult.