# 363. Jena Jake - Understanding Attraction Patterns & Warning Signs in Abusive Relationships Page: https://stenobird.com/podcast/when-dating-hurts-2250848/363-jena-jake-understanding-attraction-patterns-warning-signs-in-abusive-relationships Text version: https://stenobird.com/podcast/when-dating-hurts-2250848/363-jena-jake-understanding-attraction-patterns-warning-signs-in-abusive-relationships.md Podcast: [WHEN DATING HURTS](https://stenobird.com/podcast/when-dating-hurts-2250848) Published: 2026-07-28T09:00:00+00:00 Episode link: https://pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/prfx.byspotify.com/e/mgln.ai/e/1402/swap.fm/track/2IMk17EdnEqyRhJTIpIU/traffic.megaphone.fm/FPMN6886540917.mp3 Audio file: https://pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/prfx.byspotify.com/e/mgln.ai/e/1402/swap.fm/track/2IMk17EdnEqyRhJTIpIU/traffic.megaphone.fm/FPMN6886540917.mp3 Processing state: not_requested JSON: https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/when-dating-hurts-2250848/episodes/363-jena-jake-understanding-attraction-patterns-warning-signs-in-abusive-relationships Duration seconds: 3115 ## Resource Content Warning & Disclaimer Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. Listener discretion is strongly advised. Jena Jake is a licensed therapist, certified coach, and author. Some of her many areas of focus are: prevention, early warning signs, and self-awareness. She will talk about personality dynamics, emotional blind spots, attraction patterns, communications styles, and more. Jena Jake blends psychology with practical strategies to encourage lasting, healthy relationships. • She can be reached at: JenaJake.com. • For her offer to do an assessment, head to this area of her website. Bill Mitchell Keywords & Themes: Trauma bonding, divorce, overcoming domestic abuse, single parent family struggles, women’s empowerment, and resilience. Host: Bill Mitchell If you're experiencing intimate partner abuse, coercive control, or narcissistic abuse—or if you suspect someone you care about is—Riel's story offers critical perspective on spotting red flags early, breaking free, and finding support. You're not alone, and recognizing the patterns can be the first step toward safety and recovery. Domestic violence resources are available 24/7—reach out if you need help. Are you a survivor ready to speak out? Email Bill Mitchell at BillMitchell@WhenDatingHurts.com to share your experience on the WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get the WHEN DATING HURTS Book:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Explore more through the WHEN DATING HURTS book by Bill Mitchell, available on Amazon in paperback, eBook, and audiobook formats. It's an essential resource for understanding domestic violence and dating safety. Bill Mitchell NOTE: If you are a survivor and want to share your story of abuse on the WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast, plea… ## Actions - request_transcript: `POST https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/when-dating-hurts-2250848/episodes/363-jena-jake-understanding-attraction-patterns-warning-signs-in-abusive-relationships/transcription-requests` — Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode. - read_markdown: `GET https://stenobird.com/podcast/when-dating-hurts-2250848/363-jena-jake-understanding-attraction-patterns-warning-signs-in-abusive-relationships.md` — Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource. A page view does not enqueue transcription. Agents should invoke `request_transcript` explicitly when they need this episode processed. ## Transcript Full transcripts are not published on public pages unless there is a clear rights basis.