In a series of episodes on emotional attachments, dependency and codependency, my friend Amina joins me to discuss the origins and characteristics of these themes as well as relevant and practical healing and recovery work. In this episode, we talk about the origins of attachment styles in adulthood, the four styles of adult attachment, and we introduce th ... Show More
Mar 2025
#181: The Demonisation of Avoidant Attachment (& Why It Has to Stop)
<p>In today’s episode, I’m diving into a topic that’s both close to my heart and foundational to how I approach this work: the widespread demonisation of avoidant attachment — and why we need to stop doing it.</p><p>It’s all too common, especially in online spaces, for people (of ... Show More
26m 39s
Oct 2024
Gabor Mate: Your Partner Choice Reveals Everything! The Hidden Cost of Ignoring Trauma
In this episode, Dr. Gabor Maté, a world-renowned expert on trauma, stress and addiction, reveals how childhood experiences and emotional suppression deeply shape our relationships and overall wellbeing. He explains how unresolved trauma from our early years can lead to stress an ... Show More
1h 24m
Nov 2024
Attachment, Boundaries, and Finding Yourself: Relationship Mailbag
Dr. Rick and Forrest answer listener questions focused on navigating relationship challenges. They explore how to rediscover yourself after a codependent relationship, distinguish between healthy and unhealthy desires, maintain friendships after romantic feelings emerge, overcome ... Show More
1h 8m
<p>Introductory episode to the new podcast series, "Voices from Beyond the Rainbow".</p><p>"Voices from Beyond the Rainbow" podcast <a href='https://voicesfrombeyondtherainbow.buzzsprout.com/'>link here</a>.<br/><br/>"Voices from Beyond the Rainbow" ... Show More
<p>A glimpse into the new sequel podcast series, "Voices from Beyond the Rainbow", starting summer 2025, inshaAllah.</p><p>Voices from Beyond the Rainbow <a href='https://voicesfrombeyondtherainbow.buzzsprout.com/'>podcast website</a></p><p>To sign up as a guest: <a hre ... Show More