Reflection Episode - Revisiting Love Bombing (with Sabrina Zohar)
This is a solo reflection on our most popular episode yet - the one with Sabrina Zohar on love bombing!

I wanted to go deeper into what came up for me after that chat. From my own experiences with coming on too strong, to what it really means when we mistake intensity for connection.

We talk about nervous system triggers, chasing fantasy over real intimacy, and why so many of us (my past self included) confuse love with validation.

If you’ve ever wondered why you rush in or fall fast - this one’s for you.

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In this short clip - Sabrina breaks down how to spot love bombing vs real connection and why setting boundaries early is the fastest way to see someone’s true intentions.

If they push back, it was never about you. If they respect it, maybe it’s real.

Make sure to check out the full episode of Why Do Men for more honest, unfiltered conversations on modern dating and emotional maturity.

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In today's episode we are joined by dating and relationship coach Sabrina Zohar to unpack the psychology behind love bombing!

We run through why some people go all in fast and then vanish just as quickly.

We discuss the difference between intensity and intimacy, why chaos is often mistaken for chemistry, and how attachment styles play into our dating behaviour.

A deeply honest and insightful conversation that will hopefully change the way you think about modern relationships.

If you do enjoy this episode please leave a rating & subscribe - it helps more than you know :)

CHAPTERS:

(00:00) Understanding Love Bombing in Dating

(06:47) Navigating Early Relationship Boundaries

(09:37) Intimacy Without Commitment

(13:55) Navigating Intimacy and Authenticity in Dating

(17:57) Understanding Love Bombing Dynamics in Relationships

(22:54) The Dynamics of Love Bombing

(26:06) Setting Boundaries and Breaking Patterns

(32:24) Identifying Patterns and Inner Healing

(34:59) Understanding and Breaking Relationship Patterns

(38:44) Navigating Healing and Authenticity in Dating

(44:03) Communication in Early Dating

(51:27) Building a Community of Authenticity

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In this 10-minute reflection episode, I unpack my powerful conversation with resilience coach Josh Connolly on why so many men suppress their emotions in relationships.

I open up about my own struggles with emotional expression, childhood conditioning, and the pressure to be ‘strong.’

From somatic work to the role of men's groups, I explore how emotional honesty builds deeper connection and why vulnerability is the key to real intimacy.

If you do enjoy this episode please leave a rating & subscribe - it helps more than you know :)📚 My Top 10 Books On Dating & Relationships → https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/stroudtom🔥 My Favourite Supplements:Science-backed supplements for your brain, body & gut → https://www.yourheights.com/WHYDOMENPODGet in Touch: 💬Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stroudtom/?hl=enThreads: https://www.threads.net/@stroudtomTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stroudtom📩 For Podcast Enquiries: wdmukpod@gmail.com© Why Do Men Podcast#whydomensupressemotions #whydomenpodcast #joshconnolly

In this powerful moment from our full episode with Josh Connolly, we dive into why football matches have become one of the only socially accepted spaces for men to express emotion.

Josh breaks down how male friendships often lack the space to truly feel - and why so many men end up crying over football, when really, it’s everything else in their life spilling out.

If you do enjoy this clip please leave a rating & subscribe - it helps more than you know :)📚 My Top 10 Books On Dating & Relationships → https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/stroudtom🔥 My Favourite Supplements:Science-backed supplements for your brain, body & gut → https://www.yourheights.com/WHYDOMENPODGet in Touch 💬Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stroudtom/?hl=enThreads: https://www.threads.net/@stroudtomTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stroudtom📩 For Podcast Enquiries: wdmukpod@gmail.com© Why Do Men Podcast#whydomensupressemotions #whydomenpodcast #joshconnolly

In this episode, I’m joined by Josh Connolly - resilience coach, breathwork expert, and author of It’s Them, Not You.

We chat about emotional suppression, father wounds, addiction, and why opening up still feels so hard for a lot of guys.

Josh shares lessons from his own journey and the work he does helping people reconnect with themselves and express what they’ve been holding in.

If you found it useful, hit subscribe, share it with someone, and drop us a review - it makes a big difference.

Chapters:

(00:03) Men's Emotional Expression in Relationships

(06:32) Journey of Emotional Expression for Men

(12:18) Exploring Somatic Practices for Men

(24:59) Patterns of Self-Abandonment in Relationships

(28:52) Emotional Intimacy and Vulnerability

(33:24) Navigating Addiction and Boundaries in Relationships

(41:32) Navigating Self-Acceptance and Personal Growth

(47:09) Navigating Personal Growth and Relationships

(55:38) Healing From Dysfunctional Relationships

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In this solo episode of Why Do Men, we unpack the fear of commitment...

Why do so many men struggle with it and where does it really come from?

I reflect on how childhood, masculinity, dating culture, and emotional avoidance shape modern relationships.

Whether you’re someone who fears commitment or dating someone who does, this episode dives deep into the psychology, myths, and solutions behind it all.

👉 Make sure to go watch the full episode with David Chambers if you enjoyed this!

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In this episode, Tom and guest David explore how modern dating has made men more hesitant to commit.

David shares why asking clear, open questions early on is crucial to finding out if someone is serious, and how being intentional about what you want attracts deeper, more meaningful relationships.

If you enjoyed this clip, make sure to check out the full episode too!

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