Love bombing is overwhelming someone with affection, gifts, and "I've never felt this way" energy — fast, before trust is actually earned.
"Soulmates" by week two. Constant contact. Big declarations before they know your last name. Real connection usually takes longer.
The intensity often flips to guilt-tripping or control once you're attached. That shift is the actual red flag, not the initial affection.
Slow, honest conversation is a better filter than grand gestures. Try it with someone new.