Episode
79. The psychology of breakups
46:42
Published: Thu Mar 30 2023
Description
Breakups and heartache are a universal experience in our 20’s. But what exactly happens to our minds, our bodies and our emotions at the end of a relationship? This week we will break down the psychology and the science behind breakups, heartbreak and moving on. We will explore the theory of withdrawal, stages of grief, conditioning and the psychology behind why ‘no contact’ really does work to hopefully provide some solace to all the heartbroken out there on what exactly a breakup does to our psychology. Buy merch here: https://the-psychology-of-your-20s.myshopify.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapters
In this episode, the podcast host discusses how the breakup from a relationship in her early 20s led to the creation of the podcast and talks about tackling the painful feelings and grief related to ending a relationship.
00:00 - 04:54 (04:54)
Summary
In this episode, the podcast host discusses how the breakup from a relationship in her early 20s led to the creation of the podcast and talks about tackling the painful feelings and grief related to ending a relationship. The episode focuses on providing guidance and advice to people who have had their hearts broken and are struggling with the end of a relationship.
Episode79. The psychology of breakups
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
MRI scans have shown that the withdrawal of romantic love activates the same parts of the brain as physical pain, leading to symptoms such as loss of appetite and fatigue, akin to kicking a neurochemical addiction.
04:54 - 18:55 (14:01)
Summary
MRI scans have shown that the withdrawal of romantic love activates the same parts of the brain as physical pain, leading to symptoms such as loss of appetite and fatigue, akin to kicking a neurochemical addiction.
Episode79. The psychology of breakups
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
In this episode, the speaker discusses the depression stage of a breakup, where we may bargain with our ex, realize our faults, and feel a sense of sadness and hopelessness.
18:56 - 29:40 (10:43)
Summary
In this episode, the speaker discusses the depression stage of a breakup, where we may bargain with our ex, realize our faults, and feel a sense of sadness and hopelessness. However, this stage can also lead to new opportunities and chapters in our lives.
Episode79. The psychology of breakups
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
In this podcast, the speaker advises to allow yourself to feel self-pity after a breakup and not rush into a new relationship because the pain of the breakup doesn't go away instantly.
29:40 - 40:43 (11:03)
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker advises to allow yourself to feel self-pity after a breakup and not rush into a new relationship because the pain of the breakup doesn't go away instantly. It's essential to keep yourself engaged in new activities and meet new people to be able to move on healthily.
Episode79. The psychology of breakups
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
This podcast suggests that to deal with lingering romantic thoughts, one could visualize a box containing all memories of the relationship and remind themselves of their future regrets for pining over something that is in the past.
40:43 - 46:22 (05:38)
Summary
This podcast suggests that to deal with lingering romantic thoughts, one could visualize a box containing all memories of the relationship and remind themselves of their future regrets for pining over something that is in the past.
Episode79. The psychology of breakups
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
Debbie Brown hosts the Deeply Well podcast where conscious conversations are held with leaders, radical healers and wellness about topics that support and expand wellbeing journeys.
46:22 - 49:47 (03:25)
Summary
Debbie Brown hosts the Deeply Well podcast where conscious conversations are held with leaders, radical healers and wellness about topics that support and expand wellbeing journeys.