Toxic Love Disorder: The Psychology Of Toxic Relationships
About this ebook
Love is intoxicating. So much so that we turn a blind eye to all the poison that seeps into the nooks and crannies of our mind, heart, body and soul, thanks to our toxic lover. We breathe in the toxicity to fill our hearts and as the darkness starts to engulf us, we slowly become suffocated. Struggling to breathe, ironically, we become addicted to this toxicity and accept what we have become - a desperate, codependent enabler in an abusive relationship.
Yet, we ignore the red flags, silence our inner voices, tell ourselves that “this is not abuse” and try harder to make the relationship work. We keep trying harder to please our abuser. To have a little mercy. A little attention. A little validation. A little love. So that we can feel worthy. We are willing to tolerate all levels of abuse just for that little bit of love.
In the intricate tapestry of unraveling toxic relationships, this book stands as a collaborative effort, woven together by the invaluable contributions of many skilled and insightful authors. Each author's unique perspective and expertise have enriched the pages within, shedding light on the complexities of toxic dynamics.
Are you ready to imagine a future where you no longer settle for less, where toxic relationships are a thing of the past? 'Toxic Love Disorder' offers you the tools and guidance to make that dream a reality. This isn't just a book—it's your key to happiness and empowerment!
Whether you are in a toxic relationship or know someone who is trapped in one, Toxic Love Disorder has been designed as a comprehensive encyclopedia on toxic and abusive relationships.
The book allows you to take a deep dive and understand -
How a seemingly healthy relationship turns toxic
What toxic relationships consist of
What lies at the heart of toxic relationships
Why do toxic individuals abuse the people they seemingly love?
Why the victim chooses to love and stay with their abuser
What abuse looks like in toxic relationships
How it can affect both the abuser and the abused
How to deal with abuse and toxic patterns
How to fix things finally, if at all
What you can do to get out of a toxic relationship or help someone walk away
We deconstruct the inner core of toxic relationships & delve deep into the psychology of the abuser and the abused to help everyone overcome toxic patterns and build a healthier relationship and a happier life for themselves.
Dive into a journey towards transformation as you uncover the secrets to recognizing toxic patterns, fostering self-love, and building healthier connections. This book empowers you with practical strategies to break free from the chains of toxicity and discover the strength within you.
May this book be a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration to all who read it. We hope Toxic Love Disorder is everything you expect it to be and it offers you the help you need to transform your relationships and your life.
About the author
Editor of The Minds Journal
Beverly is a three-time Amazon bestselling and Gold-award winning author. Her books include “Understanding Other People: The Five Secrets to Human Behavior”, which won the gold award from Readers Favorite. She is an entrepreneur, adjunct professor at Suffolk University and a well-known international speaker on many topics related to human behavior and relationships.
Website: https://the-collaborative.com/
Hi, my name is Christy and I help women and men heal after a toxic relationship so that they can find a great partner. Why would I want to do that? I discovered my passion after seeing how people who are vulnerable to toxic relationships get taken advantage of in a lot of different areas of their life.
Website: https://www.christypiper.com/
Through her weekly YouTube videos, personalized coaching, and transformative self-development programs, Christina sparks hope within survivors, helping them to recognize and break free from abusive partners and embrace a life of resilience and empowerment. For more information visit commonego.com and unlock the path to healing and self-discovery.
Website: https://commonego.com/
A prominent relationship expert and media spokesperson, Darlene Lancer is a marriage and family therapist who has counselled individuals and couples internationally for over 30 years. She's the author of 10 books, including Codependency for Dummies, Dating, Loving, and Leaving a Narcissist: Essential Tools for Improving or Leaving Narcissistic and Abusive Relationships, and Conquering Shame and Codependency: 8 Steps to Freeing the True You. Follow her popular blog and receive a free copy of “14 Tips for Letting Go” at
Website: https://whatiscodependency.com
Dominique Inkrott is a Licensed Social Worker. She completed her Master of Social Work in 2018, and has worked with a variety of populations in various settings - VA hospitals, private medical centers, and multiple counselling centers. She has chosen to focus her work on couples and relationship issues, a clinical focus which has been very rewarding. She also writes a blog and hosts a podcast exploring dating, relationships, and related issues facing young adult women.
Website: https://quitkissingfrogs.com/
Dr. Forrest Talley is a clinical psychologist who has worked in a variety of settings (as a Co-Training Director of an APA internship, primary supervisor, Army psychologist, college professor, and psychologically informed janitor). He currently has a private practice and can be contacted at Website: https://forresttalley.com/
Dr. Elinor Greenberg, Ph.D., is a psychologist and internationally renowned Gestalt therapy trainer who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of Borderline, Narcissistic, and Schizoid adaptations. Dr. Greenberg is the author of the book: Borderline, Narcissistic, and Schizoid Adaptations: The Pursuit of Love, Admiration, and Safety.
Website: http://elinorgreenberg.com/
Jesston Williams has worked in various capacities in the health and financial sectors for many years. He is currently the Executive Director of Tangelic. With Tangelic, Jesston works to build and implement tactics to achieve strategic goals and collaborates with non-profit organizations to create state-wide plans for poverty alleviation. Jesston is also a board member with Fund for Empowerment, a Phoenix, Arizona-based non-profit organization whose mission is to build community resources for oppressed and marginalized people via direct services, capacity-building training, and project support. When he's not leading the day-to-day operations of Tangelic, Jesston enjoys writing. He is the author of "In the Eye of the Father: A Memoir of Faith and Redemption.
Website: http://tangeliclife.org/
Dr. Josh Gressel is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 35 years of experience, practicing in the San Francisco Bay Area. He practices using sand tray therapy, is a Certified Imago Therapist, and currently is in a certification program for Ketamine-assisted therapy.
Website: https://www.joshgressel.com/
Contributions by Julie L. Hall, author of The Narcissist in Your Life: Recognizing the Patterns and Learning to Break Free, Hachette Books, founder of NarcissistFamilyFiles.com, and international speaker and trauma coach.
Website: https://narcissistfamilyfiles.
Dr. Kristin Davin is a Licensed Psychologist with over 17 years of experience. She specializes in working with individuals to improve how they manage conflict, learn healthy modes of communication, gain valuable tools for overcoming codependent and unhealthy relationship patterns, and find a deeper connection to themselves. She takes a collaborative approach to therapy and coaching centered around meeting each person where they are, tailoring sessions to their unique path of growth and purpose.
Website: https://
Known for her best-selling writing and renowned coaching, Kim Saeed lives in Virginia. For the past 10 years, she has coached thousands of people and offered consulting services to therapists and mental health professionals. Her specialties include relationships, breakups, and narcissistic personalities.
Website: https://kimsaeed.com/
Kaytee is a psychotherapist and writer who specializes in working with survivors of traumatic relationships. Her recent book, Invisible Bruises: How a Better Understanding of the Patterns of Domestic Violence Can Help Survivors Navigate the Legal System sheds light on the ways that the legal system can perpetuate the cycle of domestic violence by failing to recognize IPV patterns.
Website: https://www.kaytlyngillislcsw.
Dr. Mariette Jansen is a narcissism relationship expert and life coach, who has written two self-help books: From Victim to Victor and Rulebook of a Narcissist. Both are available via Amazon.
Website https://drdestress.co.uk/
Dr. Peg O’Connor is the author of Higher and Friendly Powers: Transforming Addiction and Suffering (Wild house Publications, 2022) and Life on the Rocks: Finding Meaning in Addiction and Recovery (Central Recovery Press, 2016).
Website: https://pegoconnorauthor.com/
Signe M. Hege stand (b.1974) Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Author, Psychotherapist, and TEDx speaker 2019. She specializes in working with victims of psychological abuse and other dysfunctional relations.
Website: https://www.hegestand.dk/en
Dr. Angel Storm - a certified life coach holds a Ph.D. in Conflict Analysis and Resolution with a concentration in International Peace, an M.A. in International Security, and a B.S. in Human Development. She served in the US Army for six years and continued work for the Defence Department for another seven years as a civilian. After her own experience in family court with a narcissist in 2017, she began life coaching and focusing on narcissistic abuse recovery. She loves helping people in all stages of narcissistic abuse recovery get their lives on track and grow in their purpose, despite having all the cards stacked against them.
Website: https://bio.site/the_manifold_
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