Love bombing. It's a term that describes someone’s manipulative tactic of having control over others through huge displays of affection and attention.

Here's how to recognize and protect yourself:

What is love bombing?

Love bombing happens when someone wants to control or manipulate another person. They will start giving you an excessive amount of compliments, doing things for you, showing grand gestures and extravagant displays of affection. In the beginning, it feels good and flattering but with time, it can be suffocating and emotionally draining.

Psychological reason

Love bombers usually target those individuals who are looking for validation or have low self-esteem, so they use their need for affection and approval. By filling their targets with a large amount of attention and affection, love bombers make the other people dependent, making it easier to have control over them in the long run.

Look out for the Signs

Here are a few signs you have to look out for to keep yourself aware and safe:

love bombers usually shower their target with too many compliments and praises

These type of people take things really fast, even if it means confessing their love or commitment.

They will try to control your daily life, maybe isolating you from your friends and family.

Love bombers use tactics like gas-lighting, making you feel guilty for their actions, to keep you in their control.

Protecting Yourself

Protecting yourself from love bombing starts with awareness and self-care. Always be aware of the signs of manipulation, always trust your instincts, and set your boundaries at the beginning. Always surround yourself by family, friends, or people who support you, and when needed, you can take their help.