When Love Lies: Betrayal, Secrets & Your Mental Health

What happens to your mental health when the person you loved was never fully honest about who they really were?We kick off Mental Health Awareness Month with Week 1 of LOVED, LOST & RECLAIMED — and we are starting with the truth.This episode is built around a real letter sent to Nyomi by a listener who trusted her with one of the most honest accounts of love, betrayal and healing she has ever received. Together with co-host Dogg Pound Mike Mike and health psychologist Dr. Will Washington of Washington Wellness Institute, Nyomi unpacks what it means to love someone who was hiding who they really were — and what that does to your mind, your body and your sense of self.IN THIS EPISODE:- What is betrayal trauma — and why is it different   from regular heartbreak?- The difference between understanding why someone   hurt you and accepting it- Why your body knew the truth before your mind   was ready to hear it- What an unhealthy psyche simply cannot give you —   no matter how reasonably you ask- Mike Mike's real talk on truth, trust and self-love- Dr. Will's framework: "What do I need today   to be who I am?"YOUR HOSTS:Nyomi Banks — Da Goddess of Self LoveDogg Pound Mike MikeDr. Will Washington — Washington Wellness InstituteTHIS MONTH WE ARE SUPPORTING TWO CAUSES:💜 Love & Mental Health Campaign — mental health support should not be a privilege.Give or share:give.gofundme.com/give-classy-org-LoveAndMentalHealth💙 Help Maverick Fight Neuroblastoma — a little boy fighting childhood cancer. Our Episode 4 guest Sam Ridley III has been raising awareness for Maverick throughout his national tour.Please give or share:gofundme.com/f/help-maverick-fight-his-fight-against-neuroblastomaOUR SPONSOR:🔍 Social Catfish — verify who you are really talking to before you give them your heart:social-catfish.pxf.io/WyjAneCONNECT WITH US:Email: [email protected]: asknyomi.comInstagram: @therealnyomibanks @AskNyomi#AskNyomi #BridgingTheGap #LovedLostReclaimed #WhenLoveLies #BetrayalTrauma #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #LoveAndMentalHealth #DaGoddessOfSelfLove #DrWillWashington #SelfLove #Healing #HelpMaverickFightBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-nyomi-bridging-the-gap-podcast--5343726/support."Thank you for joining me on Ask Nyomi: Bridging The Gap. Remember, your sexuality is sacred, your desires are valid, and honest conversations create deeper connections.If today's episode helped you see things differently, share it with someone who needs this conversation. And please rate and review the show.Follow me on Instagram @TheRealNyomiBanks and @AskNyomi send your questions – this show exists because of YOU. Visit us at AskNyomi.ComUntil Thursday – stay curious, stay open, stay authentic.This is your girl Nyomi Banks. Keep bridging that gap." Always keep it Simply Sexy" ASK NYOMI: BRIDGING THE GAPHost: Nyomi Banks (Da Goddess of Self Love)Co-Host: Dog Pound Mike MikeThank you for tuning in! We appreciate you being part of the BTG community 📧 HAVE A QUESTION? Submit your questions, stories, and advice requests:Email: [email protected] line: Your question or topic 🌐 VISIT US ONLINE:Website: AskNyomi.comPersonality Quiz: Discover your coaching path 📱 FOLLOW ON SOCIAL:Instagram: @asknyomiFacebook:@asknyomiTwitter/X: @AskNyomiBTG 💻 EXPLORE MORE:Elevate Me: Self-Discovery App (Studio.com/nyomi)Talk To Me Tuesday: Listener Letters Podcast (Returns Fall 2026)The Season of Self Love: Monday Mindset & Wednesday Action (YouTube, Spotify, all platforms) 2026 THEME: "Reclaimed & UnashamedBe good to one another and yourselves.Always keep it sexy.— Nyomi Banks, Da Goddess of Self Love