The Womanizer

What Lies Buried

In this revealing episode of 'What Lies Buried,' host Karly Latham converses with an anonymous guest about their painful experience in a manipulative and emotionally abusive 'situationship.' The discussion touches on themes such as breadcrumbing, love bombing, sexual coercion, and stalking, illustrating the complex dynamics and red flags prevalent in abusive relationships. The episode highlights how the guest was initially groomed and betrayed by a manipulative individual, their connection with other victims, and their journey toward healing. Emphasizing the importance of therapy, self-worth, and support systems, the conversation gives listeners insights on recognizing abuse, listening to intuition, and making safety plans. The episode concludes with encouraging advice on self-love, healing, and rediscovering joy and trust after trauma while also cautioning listeners on the triggering themes discussed. Sexual Coercion article: https://medium.com/@karly-latham/sexual-coercion-e643a72b197f

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00:00 Introduction to What Lies Buried 01:16 Guest Introduction and Initial Story 02:55 The Situationship Unfolds 05:22 Red Flags and Realizations 09:09 The Betrayal Revealed 11:28 Emotional Turmoil and Manipulation 13:42 Confrontation and Confusion 26:32 Understanding Sexual Coercion 45:17 Healing and Moving Forward 52:31 Reflecting on a Toxic Relationship 53:53 Uncovering the Truth 57:18 The Power of Silence 01:00:10 The Impact of Betrayal 01:01:33 The Cycle of Abuse 01:07:50 Digital Stalking and Its Effects 01:13:45 Finding Support and Healing 01:26:54 Moving Forward and Final Thoughts