{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/60e8deaefb090f0013116d69/63cc5376b2c67b0011ebf585?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"breaking the cycle of pain: moving on and healing from a traumatic breakup","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/60e8deaefb090f0013116d69/1738631927744-a8513c22-02df-4b99-a921-a232d692b9a2.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>If you’re feeling stuck in the aftermath of a breakup, this episode is a space to help you begin untangling the pain and finding your way back to yourself.</strong> Healing from a traumatic separation isn’t a straightforward path—it’s filled with grief, self-doubt, and that persistent question: “Will I ever feel whole again?” We’ll dig deep into the emotional layers of heartbreak, looking at how to rebuild self-worth, embrace closure, and eventually, open up to love once more. We’ll explore how attachments, beliefs, and past traumas can shape our experience of love and loss. From breaking free of <em>trauma bonds</em> and recognizing the patterns of <em>limerence</em>—those addictive, all-consuming feelings that mimic love—to challenging the myth of a “perfect partner,” this episode is about grounding ourselves in reality and embracing a healthier view of relationships and self-worth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Topics include:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Finding purpose through helping others and using <em>altruism</em> as a lifeline</li><li>Understanding <em>limerence</em> vs. true love, and breaking free from toxic cycles</li><li>Insights into <em>trauma bonding</em> and its effects on adult relationships</li><li>Letting go of the “One” myth to find a more balanced perspective on love</li><li>Guided visualization to help you process pain and start moving forward</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Through these reflections, you’ll gain fresh perspectives on navigating breakup pain and new ways to reconnect with yourself.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Craving more? Become a Premium Submarine. </strong>Join an exclusive community and unlock hundreds of hours of members-only content: full-length episodes, deep-dive series, guided meditations, and more—all for the cost of a couple of coffees a month. Start exploring at <a href=\"http://www.backfromtheborderline.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">backfromtheborderline.com</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><em>The information contained in this podcast episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for treatment or consultation with a licensed mental health professional.</em></p>","author_name":"mollie adler"}