About this episode

This episode discusses the challenges of moving on from an ex after a break-up and offers insights on managing expectations and maintaining self-respect.

In today's episode, we're talking about why you struggle to "get over" your ex. This is something so many people struggle with when it comes to break-ups — feeling like the person who left us still occupies so much of our mental and emotional energy, and not knowing how to untether ourselves from them (or perhaps not fully wanting to). I'll share some thoughts on managing expectations around a break-up, the difference between thoughts and actions, and how you can move through a challenging period with self-respect and dignity. Links Register for my free break-up training here Follow me on Instagram Visit my website

People in this episode

Host: Stephanie Rigg

Topics covered

• break-ups
• emotional energy
• self-respect
• dignity
• managing expectations

Keywords

• get over ex
• break-up
• emotional attachment
• self-respect
• moving on

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