It wasn’t easy for her , but Sarah felt like she had no choice but to shut herself away or withdraw from the demands and overwhelm - even if that sometimes came from her children. In this episode, Sarah tells what happens in the mind of a avoidant when they are going through their deactivation and what they think during this time. She also shares how she ... Show More
Nov 20
Stuck in a Situationship? How Your Attachment Style Makes Breakups So Hard
<p>She thought everything was fine. Then, he dropped a bombshell/ “I'm not sure I'm in love with you anymore.”</p><p>Trying to be understanding, she gave him an easy out. She said, “It's okay if we need to break up.”</p><p>But he wouldn't take it. He was confu ... Show More
1 h
May 2024
Recovering From Codependency
In this episode, John and Vanessa talk about recovering from codependency. They talk about the steps you need to take, such as having awareness and setting boundaries, what recovering from codependency really looks like in your life and relationships, and how recovery doesn't hap ... Show More
16m 29s
Jul 2025
469: Overcoming Codependent Habits
<p dir="ltr">Today, I'm talking about one of my absolute favorite topics…codependency. I've lived this, I've healed from it, and today I'm sharing my personal story of what that journey looked like for me. </p> <p dir="ltr">This conversation was inspired by a thoughtful question ... Show More
26m 33s
Jan 2022
Why Regulating Emotions Is So Hard When You Have BPD
Send us a textIn this episode, Kristin shares why we have emotions, what purpose they serve, and WHY it's so hard to regulate them as well as some tips on how to get started with emotional regulation.
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28m 47s
Sep 16
#287 When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned with Laura Behnke
<p>In today’s episode, I’m talking to Laura Behnke, whose story is such a powerful example of resilience, hope, and what it means to build a meaningful life regardless of the “rules” we think we need to follow. Laura shares openly about not having her first real relationship unti ... Show More
57m 53s