114 - HEARTBREAK - Meeting Up with an Ex - Intentions, Expectations, and Communication ft. Dr. Tari Mack
Episode 114 can be streamed on Spotify here and Apple podcasts here.
Do NOT text your ex back without listening to this episode! Sometimes you just gotta ask a therapist ‘IS THIS A GOOD IDEA?’ and today, Louise & Dr. Tari Mack discuss exactly that. They delve into the complex topic of meeting up with an ex. So, if you’re considering reaching out or responding to an ex's request to meet? This episode is for you.
The pair get into:
Analyzing Your Reasons for Wanting to Meet an Ex
Exploring the various motives behind the desire to meet up with an ex, such as seeking validation, closure, reconciliation, or even revenge.
Time Frame Consideration: discussing the time since your last contact or breakup
Reflecting on whether meeting will help or hurt your healing journey.
The pair also ask - what are your truthful expectations out of meeting up with your Ex? Louise shares her own personal journey and story of recently re-connecting with her ex of 2.5 years ago and contributes her real life, lived experience, to this juicy, juicy discussion.
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