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The intense pain, longing, and pining over the one who left

The Overwhelmed Brain

Release Date: 09/21/2025

Wanting more than friendship when they don't show art Wanting more than friendship when they don't

The Overwhelmed Brain

I think the phrase, "Lovers for a moment, friends for a lifetime" is very true in many cases. Sometimes a friendship can develop into something more. Other times a development could end what was already great as-is. Does love conquer all?  

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The growing resentment of people and circumstances you just can't accept show art The growing resentment of people and circumstances you just can't accept

The Overwhelmed Brain

What is your level of toleration, and how long will you endure behavior that crosses your boundaries before you’ve had enough? It might be time to dole out accountability and make hard decisions.

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The most empowering question to build your self-confidence show art The most empowering question to build your self-confidence

The Overwhelmed Brain

Self-esteem and confidence come naturally to some. For others, the bridge to confidence is long, full of obstacles, and not worth the trip. There's one important question to ask yourself to be able to cross that bridge. That's today's topic. 

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Everything is good except the idea of marriage show art Everything is good except the idea of marriage

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A woman shares her struggle about getting married, feeling as if she isn't special because her partner has been married in the past. What is making her feel this way? Can this be overcome? 

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My abusive ex wants me to sit next to him at our child's wedding show art My abusive ex wants me to sit next to him at our child's wedding

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A mom doesn't want to sit next to her abusive ex during her child's wedding but doesn't want to come across as selfish. Is it selfish to make healthy choices that will keep you happy and safe? Important discussion today. 

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Why is finding and connecting with others so darn hard sometimes? show art Why is finding and connecting with others so darn hard sometimes?

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If you feel like an outsider in a world that seems unrelatable, could it be because you’re yearning for authenticity in your connections? I know I am. Making friendships and romantic relationships can sometimes seem like a lesson in futility. 

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When it's always your fault show art When it's always your fault

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If you find yourself constantly being blamed for everything going wrong, it's time to question whether you’re being manipulated into believing what may be a deflection. In this episode, I tackle the sometimes tricky dynamics of responsibility and blame.

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The childhood trauma we try to leave in the past show art The childhood trauma we try to leave in the past

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If returning to your childhood hometown stirs up memories you’d rather leave behind, does that mean you’re not ready to face them? I’ll dive into this area with a heartfelt question from someone seeking closure from past trauma, wondering if revisiting their roots could be the key to healing and rediscovering their lost self.

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The intense pain, longing, and pining over the one who left show art The intense pain, longing, and pining over the one who left

The Overwhelmed Brain

If you’re struggling with the feeling of emptiness after a breakup or loss, is it really about them, or something deeper within you? I’ll share my own experiences with heartbreak and loneliness, and why understanding our emotional dependencies might just be the key to healing and building healthier relationships.

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Waiting and waiting for others to change show art Waiting and waiting for others to change

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How long will you wait for someone to make changes to treat you better? At what point do you decide enough is enough and move on without them in your life? And is there anything you can do if change seems impossible? 

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If you’re struggling with the feeling of emptiness after a breakup or loss, is it really about them, or something deeper within you? I’ll share my own experiences with heartbreak and loneliness, and why understanding our emotional dependencies might just be the key to healing and building healthier relationships.