This is another listener advice episode all about closure, or the lack of closure that often doesn't come after a break up. Someone obsessively seeking closure is one of the biggest reasons why you can't move forward after a break up. In this episode I go through why we don't get closure and how we can move on in SPITE of not getting closure.
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Jan 27
#306: Navigating the Six Stages of Relationships with Thais Gibson
In today's expert episode, I'm interviewing returning guest Thais Gibson—best-selling author, researcher, and founder of the Personal Development School—about her powerful new concept: the six stages of every relationship. We unpack each stage, from dating and the honeymoon phase ... Show More
1 h
Jan 20
#305: Why Self-Awareness Isn’t Enough with Kati Morton
In today’s expert episode, I’m joined by Kati Morton—licensed marriage and family therapist, bestselling author, and one of the most trusted mental health voices online. We dive into her newest book, "Why Do I Keep Doing This?" and explore how our desire for control impacts every ... Show More
47m 7s
Jan 13
#304 Early Divorce Isn’t Failure: Finding Hope After Unexpected Turns with Eve Simmons
In today’s expert episode, I’m interviewing Eve Simmons, an award-winning health journalist who is back on the podcast after going through a life-changing divorce just six months into her marriage. We dive into her personal story, what led her to investigate the trend of early di ... Show More
50m 17s
Aug 2022
#20: How to Find Closure After a Break-Up
<p>In this week's episode, we're talking all things closure: what it is, why it's so elusive, and why certain people are more affected than others by an ending that lacks closure. I'll also share some tips on steps you can take if you're finding yourself ... Show More
21m 31s
Aug 2022
#21: Break-Up Q&A: The "No-Contact" Period, Jealousy & Low Self-Worth, Feeling Blindsided, & Dating Mindset
<p>In this episode, I'm answering all your break-up related questions! We're covering whether and when to break a "no-contact" period, how to navigate jealousy and comparison around an ex's new partner, what to do when you feel blindsided by a break-up an ... Show More
26m 48s
Aug 2023
#102: Break-Up Q&A: No-Contact, Reconciling, and Guilt
<p>In today's episode, I'm answering your questions on the topic of break-ups. Break-ups are a universally challenging experience, and an area that I receive a lot of questions on.<br/><br/>So today I'm answering your questions on:</p><ul><li>what is a no-contact p ... Show More
16m 7s
Mar 2023
#55: "I can't help but hope that my ex comes back. How do I let go so I can move on?"
<p>In this Q&A episode, we're talking all about moving on after a break-up. Specifically, what to do when we want to move on, but deep down we're still very much hoping our ex will reach out and want to rekindle.</p><p>We cover:</p><ul><li>the importance of allowing ... Show More
11m 17s
Sep 2022
Break Down Bonus: Coworker Justin gives his best 'moving on' advice, talks when NOT to get closure, & reacts to S2E9
<p>Do you need help moving on from an ex? Do you feel like you still need closure? Abby and Justin talk about why it's so hard to get over them (and tell you what to do about it). Plus they react to this week's main episode and share stories about families/friends ruining their r ... Show More
16m 8s