368. The Closure Myth: How Do We Really Move On?
Abby, Glennon and Amanda delve into your voicemails and discuss matters of the broken heart, closure, self-sabotage, moving toward or away from family, and more.
Discover:
Glennon’s “magical pessimism”
Why creative people do not seek out closure
The geographical solution or finding the “ ... Show More
Nov 18
Cynthia Erivo — Wicked, Wild & Wise — is here!!!
At last, the brilliant force of nature, Cynthia Erivo, joins us for a deeply personal, mind-blowing, and heart-swelling conversation about dignity and belonging. We discuss:
- How to survive betrayal and learn to fully trust again;
- How to build a circle of people who will a ... Show More
59m 50s
Oct 21
#211: The Hard Truth About Closure After a Break-up
When a relationship ends, it’s natural to crave closure. We want answers, explanations, or one last conversation that will tie everything up neatly and help us move on. But the reality is, closure rarely comes from someone else — it’s something we have to create for ourselves.In ... Show More
17m 42s
Mar 2025
CLOSURE IS NOT NEEDED TO MOVE ON - How to Let Go & Find Peace Without Closure | Mafe's Sessions #6
<p><span>Closure is something we’ve been taught to seek after a relationship ends, a friendship falls apart, or a situation doesn’t go as planned. </span></p><p><span>We wait for an apology, an explanation, or a final conversation to give us the “permission” to move on. But what ... Show More
13m 40s
Oct 23
What to Do When You Don’t Get Closure
Not every ending is clear — sometimes friendships, relationships, or jobs just fade without a goodbye. In this episode, Dora reflects on the grief of unspoken endings and offers mindful tools like ritual, self-reflection, and compassion to help you find closure within yourself. L ... Show More
5m 47s
Aug 4
Ep. 301 - How do I get closure from my ex?
You keep waiting for your ex to give you the closure you need, an explanation, an apology, some sign that what you had mattered to them. In this episode, I'm revealing the twisted psychology behind why begging for closure actually pushes your ex further away, and the counterintui ... Show More
13m 16s
Jul 2023
Coping with Long-Distance Breakups and Heartbreak
Discover how to navigate the challenges of long-distance breakups and heartbreak in this insightful episode. Explore the emotional complexities, strategies for healing, and the importance of communication and closure. Join us as we provide guidance, support, and inspiration to he ... Show More
16m 1s
Aug 15
How to Move On Without Closure — The Science & Soul of Letting Go | JB Copeland's Sappy Hour Ep. 008
In this episode of Sappy Hour, JB Copeland dives deep into one of the hardest questions after heartbreak: How do you move on when you never got closure? Drawing on powerful studies from psychology and neuroscience, JB breaks down why your brain hates uncertainty, why unfinished s ... Show More
31m 33s
Feb 2025
Q&A: Red Flags, Heartbreak, And Getting Closure
<p>In this episode, Matthew and Audrey tackle some of the toughest listener questions about love, rejection, and moving on. From rebuilding after heartbreak to recognizing red flags, they also break down the emotional roadblocks that keep people stuck and show you how to move for ... Show More
48m 33s
Oct 2024
“Love Is a Brain Scam” | Heartbreak
<p>If you’ve ever lived, chances are you’ve loved someone or something. If you’ve ever loved, chances are you’ve had your heart broken to pieces. More Better listener Vivien wrote in to the pod this week asking for advice with just that — heartbreak. In response, Stephanie and Me ... Show More
38m 18s
Oct 2024
What To Do With A Broken Heart? ft. Stefanie Rouse
Are you allowing your heart to properly heal after a heartbreak?
We're often tempted to brush this pain off or push it under the surface... maybe buried beneath a pint of ice cream. Be it a breakup, loss, longing, or a traumatic event, we HAVE to give our hearts what they ne ... Show More
39 m