3. Things never change or go smoothly for very long
You might have repetitive fights about the same thing over and over without any resolution. Things might go well for a few days, and then, the same old patterns of arguing or disrespectful behavior rear their ugly head. You keep hoping things are going to get better on a consistent basis, but it just never happens.
You will consistently have the same issues come up over and over and over with no resolution or end in sight. Despite the occasional days of things going smoothly, the same issues, the same problems, the same fights and disagreements always come up again. This is a major sign of a trauma-bonded relationship.
4. You feel addicted to them
Everything about them and this relationship tells you to leave, but the thought makes you feel overwhelmed or panicked. If, for example, you do stop talking to them for a few days or if they disappear, which narcissists usually will do to some degree from time to time, you long for them, you feel agitated when you cannot get in touch with them. You may even feel desperate to get in touch with them after a period of time of going without them.
It’s a craving you feel for them when they are away a desire that you know isn’t normal or healthy. This is a big sign of a trauma bond.
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