In this episode, I talk about being obsessed with partners and being obsessed with those who have wronged you and what that behaviour might actually reveal about your relationship with yourself.
Sep 2025
Overcoming romantic obsession
When a crush turns into a harmful obsession, you might experience limerence, romantic infatuation characterized by extreme emotional highs and lows, intrusive thoughts and idealization. In this episode, we talk to neuroscientist Tom Bellamy, author of the book Smitten, about how ... Show More
22m 26s
Mar 2025
How Is Trauma Dumping Affecting My Relationships?
This week, JVN sits down with existential psychotherapist and author Dr. Sara Kuburic, widely recognized as the @Millennial.Therapist in Instagram, to delve into the phenomenon of "trauma dumping." We’re exploring the nuances between sharing personal experiences and overloading o ... Show More
41m 20s
Oct 2023
"It's Always F*cking Safety!" (Q&A Session)
<p>I get together with another Codependency Alchemy member to talk about fears around something we don't completely understand, and how it always's comes back to safety. We talk about embracing sexuality, fears around being sexualized, being in a state of fear, and more ... Show More
35m 14s
Sep 2025
How To Stay In Control! Even When Conversations Turn Emotional
When someone gets emotional in conversation, it can be tough to know how to respond. In this episode, I share how to keep your cool without shutting them down or losing yourself in the moment. You’ll learn how to recognize your own physical reactions, ground yourself with simple ... Show More
22m 18s