02/16/2026
Most people want to be seen for who they truly are. But for those who have survived toxic partners, that desire turns into a desperate search for proof that they aren't the 'bad guy' they were told they were. This is the 'Validation Hunter' trap. It’s why you magically seem to find people who finally 'get you,' only to have them turn on you later. If you're tired of being the hero in the beginning and the villain at the end, you need to understand the three types of people who are looking for a hunter just like you.
Why you keep landing in the bad guy role.