72 - How to heal heartbreak ft. a neuroscientist

Feb 10

Stream Episode 72 on Spotify here and Apple podcasts here

Louise is joined by neuroscientist, Emily McDonald to discuss the neuroscience behind heartbreak and:

The 3 ways to speed up the withdrawal stage of the break up
The one supplement that can be miraculous for a break up
The psychology of romanticising the f**k out of a break up
Why your brain drives you back even to unhealthy relationships
The ‘Cold Turkey’ breakup vs. The ‘Slow Taper’
The 3 Point List you HAVE to make straight after a break up
A reflection on mistakes + and why your brain kicks yourself once a relationship is over
The science behind whether men or women get over breakups quicker

And more!

5HTP Recommendation: https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/5-hydroxytryptophan

DISCLAIMER: This does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your Doctor before starting any new medications or supplements.

Rat Park Study: https://livrepository.liverpool.ac.uk/3028403/1/Rat-Park-acceptedmanuscript.docx

FMRI & Physical Pain Study: Social rejection shares somatosensory representations with physical pain' https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3076808/

Recommended listening on heartbreak:
⇢#7 - the ultimate guide to getting over heartbreak
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