Emotional Abuse 101: It’s Not Just in Your Head

Ever felt like you’re walking on eggshells in your relationship? Or like your partner blames for their actions? Or like things are moving way too fast in the honeymoon stage? You’re not alone, and it’s not your fault.   In this episode of the Too Into You podcast, we break down emotional abuse in young relationships, what it is, how it shows up, and why it’s so harmful. We dive into the early red flags like love bombing, gaslighting, negging, and isolation, and explore how they chip away at your confidence and leave you feeling confused, anxious, or stuck.   Whether you’re in a relationship, just getting out of one, or want to help a friend, this episode is here to remind you: real love doesn’t make you feel small. Because emotional abuse is real, it’s serious, and you deserve better. TW: Episode mentions domestic abuse, emotional abuse, intimate partner abuse, physical abuse and financial abuse. If you are worried about your own or a friend’s relationship: Call Women’s Aid 24Hr National Freephone Helpline on 1800 341 900. Chat for support at toointoyou.ie Both are completely free and confidential. Take the Relationship Quiz at toointoyou.ie to see if yours is healthy or not. Follow @toointoyou on TikTok and Instagram. Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:16 What is Emotional Abuse? 06:20 What is Love bombing? 15:00 What is Gaslighting? 26:10 What is Negging? 31:41 What about Isolation