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118. 7 Psychological Reasons We Ignore Red Flags in Relationships

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Have you ever looked back at a relationship and thought, “Why didn’t I walk away sooner?” You’re not alone — and it’s not about weakness or denial. In this episode, Dr. Gemma Gladstone explores seven powerful psychological reasons we tend to ignore red flags in relationships — especially in the early stages.

Drawing on schema therapy, attachment theory, and decades of clinical experience, Gemma breaks down why patterns like schema chemistry, abandonment fears, self-doubt, and people-pleasing keep us stuck in emotionally harmful dynamics — even when we know something feels off.

Whether you’re dating, in a relationship, or reflecting on the past, this episode offers deep insight and gentle guidance to help you recognize what’s really going on beneath the surface.

You’ll learn:

  • What schema chemistry is — and how it hijacks your attraction radar
  • Why self-doubt and schemas like defectiveness or dependence make it hard to trust yourself
  • The role of the abandonment schema in keeping you hooked
  • How emotional deprivation creates low expectations in love
  • Why people-pleasing, guilt, and over-responsibility make it hard to leave
  • What it means to rewire your “love template”
  • How to start showing up for yourself in new ways

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Let’s break the cycle — together.

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Have you ever looked back at a relationship and thought, “Why didn’t I walk away sooner?” You’re not alone — and it’s not about weakness or denial. In this episode, Dr. Gemma Gladstone explores seven powerful psychological reasons we tend to ignore red flags in relationships — especially in the early stages.

Drawing on schema therapy, attachment theory, and decades of clinical experience, Gemma breaks down why patterns like schema chemistry, abandonment fears, self-doubt, and people-pleasing keep us stuck in emotionally harmful dynamics — even when we know something feels off.

Whether you’re dating, in a relationship, or reflecting on the past, this episode offers deep insight and gentle guidance to help you recognize what’s really going on beneath the surface.

You’ll learn:

  • What schema chemistry is — and how it hijacks your attraction radar
  • Why self-doubt and schemas like defectiveness or dependence make it hard to trust yourself
  • The role of the abandonment schema in keeping you hooked
  • How emotional deprivation creates low expectations in love
  • Why people-pleasing, guilt, and over-responsibility make it hard to leave
  • What it means to rewire your “love template”
  • How to start showing up for yourself in new ways

Mentioned in this episode:

✨ Reminder: If this episode resonates with you, follow the show and share it with someone who needs to hear it.

Let’s break the cycle — together.

Support the show

🎁 Free Guide: Dating With Insight 👉 Download your free guide here
Connect with Me
📷 Instagram: @drgemmagladstone
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: drgemmagladstone.com

🩷 Love Wisely Join the priority list for next group in 2026!

🌻 Support the Podcast
Love the show? Help us keep going with a monthly contribution: Support here

🚩 The Red Flag Project
Get instant access to the online course: Access now

  continue reading

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