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EPISODE · Nov 20, 2025 · 47 MIN

WHY CAN'T WE GET OUT OF TRAUMATIC RELATIONSHIPS? | Kavyal Sedanni | Candid Confessions

from Candid Confessions With Chhavi · host Chhavi Mittal

So many women (and men) find themselves trapped in cycles of manipulation, emotional dependency, trauma bonds, and relationships that slowly break their sense of self. What kind of relationships are these? Are these Karmic Relationships? Are all Karmic Relationships trauma bonds? Are they all romantic relationships?This episode aims to bring clarity, awareness, and a voice to the experiences that are usually dismissed, minimised, or misunderstood.In this episode, we talk about:-How narcissistic behaviour actually shows up in real relationships-The psychology behind toxic bonds & trauma bonding-Why victims stay, and why it’s so hard to leave-The emotional, mental, and social impact of mar!tal r@pe-Red flags, recovery, and rebuilding your identityThis is not just a conversation — it’s a wake-up call for anyone who has ever questioned their worth inside a relationship.If you or someone you know has experienced emotional or sexual abuse, you are not alone. This episode may be the first step toward understanding, healing, and seeking help. Don’t forget to Like, Comment & Follow. Your engagement helps this conversation reach more people who need it.GUEST: KAVYAL SEDANNI, Psycho-Spiritual Healer📩 Join my weekly newsletter, mini-podcast & anonymous advice community at Being Woman With Chhavi — where real stories, real conversations, and real support come together - www.beingwomanwithchhavi.comFollow Candid Confessions:www.youtube.com/@bwwcwww.instagram.com/candidconfessionswithchhaviwww.instagram.com/chhavihusseinCHAPTERS:(00:00) Introduction about what to expect from the podcast.(03:02) We are sometimes drawn to one person like a magnet, but the same person gives a lot of trauma. Why is that? What are Karmic Relationships?(07:40) What are the different Karmic lessons that a soul needs to learn and what is the significance of a Karmic Relationship in teaching those?(09:11) Are karmic relationships only romantic relationships?(13:21) How do we identify what we are going through is toxic and we need to get out of it? What are the red flags to look out for?(15:46) In a karmic relationship, are both people in it to learn soul lessons? What is the relationship between a narcissist and an empath?(18:00) What happens if one person learns the lessons required but the other doesn't?(18:57) What exactly is trauma bonding? What is a Stockholm Syndrome? Why is it so hard to get out of these bonds? What is love bombing?(24:04) Does a narcissist actually know that they are narcissistic? (24:35) Why is a narcissist the way s/he is? (25:58) Why does a woman get trapped in a marriage that gives her Mar!tal R@pe? Is it a kind of trauma bond? Why do even educated and financially independent women stay in it? What are the psychological reasons behind it? Is it wrong to let it go?(33:06) What can someone who needs to get out of a trauma bond do? Where do they get help from? A step-by-step guide to follow.(37:28) Does a person stuck in such a relationship also somewhere responsible for it? Is it there own pattern as well to find toxic relationships?(39:16) The importance of prioritising yourself.(41:02) Are only men narcissists? What kind of women are toxic?(44:20) Closing thoughts and message.

So many women (and men) find themselves trapped in cycles of manipulation, emotional dependency, trauma bonds, and relationships that slowly break their sense of self. What kind of relationships are these? Are these Karmic Relationships? Are all Karmic Relationships trauma bonds? Are they all romantic relationships?This episode aims to bring clarity, awareness, and a voice to the experiences that are usually dismissed, minimised, or misunderstood.In this episode, we talk about:-How narcissistic behaviour actually shows up in real relationships-The psychology behind toxic bonds & trauma bonding-Why victims stay, and why it’s so hard to leave-The emotional, mental, and social impact of mar!tal r@pe-Red flags, recovery, and rebuilding your identityThis is not just a conversation — it’s a wake-up call for anyone who has ever questioned their worth inside a relationship.If you or someone you know has experienced emotional or sexual abuse, you are not alone. This episode may be the first step toward understanding, healing, and seeking help. Don’t forget to Like, Comment & Follow. Your engagement helps this conversation reach more people who need it.GUEST: KAVYAL SEDANNI, Psycho-Spiritual Healer📩 Join my weekly newsletter, mini-podcast & anonymous advice community at Being Woman With Chhavi — where real stories, real conversations, and real support come together - www.beingwomanwithchhavi.comFollow Candid Confessions:www.youtube.com/@bwwcwww.instagram.com/candidconfessionswithchhaviwww.instagram.com/chhavihusseinCHAPTERS:(00:00) Introduction about what to expect from the podcast.(03:02) We are sometimes drawn to one person like a magnet, but the same person gives a lot of trauma. Why is that? What are Karmic Relationships?(07:40) What are the different Karmic lessons that a soul needs to learn and what is the significance of a Karmic Relationship in teaching those?(09:11) Are karmic relationships only romantic relationships?(13:21) How do we identify what we are going through is toxic and we need to get out of it? What are the red flags to look out for?(15:46) In a karmic relationship, are both people in it to learn soul lessons? What is the relationship between a narcissist and an empath?(18:00) What happens if one person learns the lessons required but the other doesn't?(18:57) What exactly is trauma bonding? What is a Stockholm Syndrome? Why is it so hard to get out of these bonds? What is love bombing?(24:04) Does a narcissist actually know that they are narcissistic? (24:35) Why is a narcissist the way s/he is? (25:58) Why does a woman get trapped in a marriage that gives her Mar!tal R@pe? Is it a kind of trauma bond? Why do even educated and financially independent women stay in it? What are the psychological reasons behind it? Is it wrong to let it go?(33:06) What can someone who needs to get out of a trauma bond do? Where do they get help from? A step-by-step guide to follow.(37:28) Does a person stuck in such a relationship also somewhere responsible for it? Is it there own pattern as well to find toxic relationships?(39:16) The importance of prioritising yourself.(41:02) Are only men narcissists? What kind of women are toxic?(44:20) Closing thoughts and message.

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