On today’s episode Dr. Rick and Forrest explore self-abandonment, which occurs when we go against our authentic wants, emotions, and boundaries in order to serve others, meet external expectations, or protect ourselves emotionally. They cover where self-abandonment comes from, the psychological function it serves, and the relationship between self-abandonmen ... Show More
Oct 26
How to Break Relationship Patterns: Resolving Conflict and Communicating Your Needs
Most relationships, romantic or otherwise, tend to get stuck in predictable patterns of conflict. This episode is about how to resolve that conflict, and get things moving again. Dr. Rick and Forrest draw on Rick's decades of work with couples and families to talk about getting o ... Show More
1h 14m
Oct 19
How to Fix Insomnia: CBT-I with Dr. Ashley Mason
Forrest is joined by Dr. Ashley Mason, a clinical psychologist and sleep researcher at UCSF, to discuss Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for insomnia (CBT-I). They talk about what separates insomnia from a few rough nights, why people with insomnia sleep (on average) only a little le ... Show More
1h 16m
Sep 2019
24. "Go Ahead and Free Yourself" Overcoming Abandonment Issues
Hey Girl Hey! This week's topic is overcoming abandonment issues! In this episode we get into deep topics like: the origins of abandonment issues, what abandonment looks like, how abandonment affects our habits, and how abandonment affects our self esteem. Head on over here to my ... Show More
22m 18s
Apr 2025
Stop Abandoning Yourself—Start Choosing You
In this episode, I dive deep into how you can stop abandoning yourself and start choosing self-respect. Learn how to identify the behaviors that keep you stuck, confront the void inside, and create a life where self-respect and authenticity are non-negotiables.It’s time to break ... Show More
15m 30s
Oct 2021
Episode 11: How To Let Go Of Relationships That Don’t Serve You
In this episode, we talk about letting go of people that keep you in your past self.You’ll learn how to grow a better relationship with yourself, why letting go of relationships is part of evolving, and why it’s ok if you feel alone.Join the SelfHealers Circle Waitlist:https://th ... Show More
27m 33s
Jul 2025
#196: How & Why We Self-Abandon in Relationships
If you deeply fear abandonment, there’s a good chance you’ve also been abandoning yourself in quiet, subtle, and painful ways.In today’s episode, we’re exploring how fear of abandonment often leads to patterns of self-abandonment — especially for those with anxious attachment. We ... Show More
19m 8s
Jul 2025
Dr.K Breaks Downs Your Biggest Fears
In this episode, Dr. K explores the deep psychological roots of abandonment trauma and how it can shape a person’s personality, perception, and relationships. Through live questions and community voicemails, he shares actionable strategies for healing from early trauma, building ... Show More
1h 59m
Oct 2023
Own Your Part: How to Foster Healthier Relationships Through Self-Awareness
In order to have happy, healthy relationships, we need to take responsibility for ourselves. But it's really hard to examine our own behavior or feelings in the midst of it all, isn't it? In this episode I will teach you to own your part, in a kinder, simpler way that will lead t ... Show More
14m 49s
Mar 2025
Ep 245: Know Your Thrive Zone – for feeling alienated from yourself
This episode is all about knowing how to reward your inner self as you move through the world. It's about having a sense of our own spiritual and egoic priorities and ensuring we respect that truth at all times. If we don't do this, we end up feeling anxious, empty, numb, disconn ... Show More
40m 30s
Nov 2025
AP 735: How to Heal Anxious Attachment, Rebuild Self-Worth, and Feel Secure from Within || with Trevor Hanson
In today's episode we're covering some deep territory with my returning guest, Trevor Hanson, as we explore anxious attachment. It's crucial to understand how our attachment styles, shaped by our upbringing and personal experiences, influence our daily habits and relationships. L ... Show More
52m 27s