How to Get Over Your Ex

In today's episode we talk about the damaging effects of worry and why it's particularly common during breakups. Worry is often an unproductive behavior, yet it's something many of us engage in regularly. Our braveheart community has shared their worries about breakups, ranging from the fear of being alone forever to concerns about future relationships, settling for less, and more. We explore prac...

Today's episode offers a straightforward yet effective strategy for alleviating breakup pain and propels individuals into action when they've been feeling stuck. Discover the simplicity of this technique as we guide you through its steps and share real-life examples of its effectiveness, providing you with an immediate sense of relief and empowerment. Tune in to equip yourself with this valuable t...

In today's episode we explore a topic that has a significant influence on our life. Breakup Coach Dorothy encourages you to embrace a tool that fosters empowerment and personal growth rather than falling victim to a very common collective idea. Prepared to shift your focus from problems to solutions by emphasizing the control we have in influencing ourselves and taking decisive action towards neut...

In today's episode, Breakup Coach Dorothy and her client, Delanie, talk about finally asking for help, giving herself more credit, acceptance, self-love, letting go of the pain, and getting over an ex who struggled with addiction. Join them as they discuss Delanie's healing journey and her personal ways of rewriting her story. Want individualized support, help, and coaching on your specific breaku...

Have you ever found yourself asking, "Why do I feel so addicted to my ex?" Well, today, we've got answers and a roadmap to help you break free from those compulsive behaviors that seem to take over your life. Breakups have a unique way of turning even the most empowered and resilient individuals into someone they don't recognize. Join us in this eye-opening episode as we delve into the profound ps...

Ever wonder why breakups often leave us feeling embarrassed? Join Breakup Coach Dorothy as she shatters the silence surrounding this emotion. In this episode we explore how pursuing our desires garners more cheers than jeers, and dive into practical strategies for coping with embarrassment, including intentionally stepping out of comfort zones to befriend rejection and understanding that our self-...

In this episode, the Breakup Coach Dorothy addresses the complex emotions that follow a breakup when you're the one who initiated it. She dives into the feelings of doubt and regret that can arise and outlines how to release regret and make decisions from calm clarity. Whether you've already made the decision to break up and you're feeling regret or you're worried about breaking up because you mig...

Breakup Coach Dorothy interviews her client Caitlyn, about her journey from struggling to take up space in her relationship, dealing with anxious attachment and breakup regrets, thinking they're meant to be, to being over her ex. Listen in to learn more about her journey.  Caitlyn's blog: https://journeytodpt.com/ Want individualized support, help, and coaching on your specific breakup? Join us in...

In today's episode we unravel the complex tapestry of breakup truths. In a world where perception shapes reality, discover how to find solace and strength through embracing contradictions. Breakup Coach Dorothy introduces the concept of "living in the AND," where opposing truths harmonize. Learn how to create your own breakup truths that empower growth and healing.

Join us in today's episode as you learn what to do when it feels like it's the end after a heartbreaking and earth shattering breakup/divorce. You'll leave with next steps on what you can do to change and shift this feeling to reveal hidden opportunities that help you create everything you had or wanted with your ex and more.

In this episode, we dive into three distinct phases: those in urgent emotional turmoil, those seeking transformation while functioning, and those feeling stuck despite believing they've moved on. The central question we tackle is, "How do we know we are over our exes?"  Discover a powerful method to measure your emotional progress, set tangible goals, and identify signs that you've truly moved on...

Last day to sign up for the 6 month payment plan for the GOYE program: https://dorothyabjohnson.com/getoveryourex Breakup Coach Dorothy interviews her client Felicia, who once struggled with debilitating panic attacks triggered by her relationship and then breakup. In this episode, they discuss Felicia's journey to overcoming breakup anxiety, providing listeners with valuable insights and practica...

Join us in this heartfelt episode as we celebrate Tinkerbell's second birthday and delve into the complexities of pet custody after a breakup. Our host, who's experienced this journey firsthand, shares valuable insights from working with braveheart clients in the "Get Over Your Ex" program. Discover what works and what doesn't when it comes to ensuring the well-being of your furry companion during...

Have you ever wondered when it's time to leave vs when it's time to keep working on yourself while staying? Today, we delve into the complex question of when it's time to leave a relationship versus when to keep working on yourself while staying. It's a dilemma that many bravehearts face, unsure of whether they should continue their personal growth within the confines of their current partnership...

In this episode, our host dives into the concept of "the real reasons" and its impact on decision making. She shares personal experiences from her coaching career and reveals how fluff reasons often mask deeper motivations. Using examples related to getting over an ex and building a better life, she emphasizes the importance of understanding the real reasons behind our choices. By uncovering these...

Have you ever felt like, if I just keep trying this relationship could work? Or maybe if I try harder? Or if I keep doing my work here, could this relationship work? So have we! Join us in today's episode where Breakup Coach Dorothy and Jewel Hohman speak about this journey and how it impacted her heart healing journey after the ending of an important romantic partnership. If you've been wondering...

In today's episode we tackle how to be ok single. We discuss common concerns like "feeling like there's something wrong with me", forgiving yourself, and the best next steps you can take if you're working on wanting to feel and be ok single. Sierra discusses your personal journey from relationship anxiety, called off engagement to a rebound relationship and how she transformed her entire relations...

A question I get ALL of the time is how to deal with being ghosted? Sometimes being ghosted is a sudden ending of a relationship or sometimes it's a gradual experience. Either way many people experience pain after being ghosted.  In today's episode I want to explain exactly what you can do after being ghosted whether it was after a 10 year relationship, during your dating journey or anything in be...

Getting over your ex includes building a life bigger and better than the one you had with your ex. A lot of times when I say this my clients ask, but what if I don't know what that is? Or what does that look like? In today's episode I'll teach you why it's important you're clear about what your bigger and better life looks like and you'll leave knowing what yours is AND how to go out and get it no...

Waking up post breakup when you didn't want the breakup in the first place is like waking up to a nightmare every morning. You dream about your ex, the only peace you get is when you're sleeping and all of a sudden you're thrusted back into a reality you didn't want or ask for.  How you start your day post breakup significantly influences how and when you will gain a sense of normalcy after experi...

In today's heartfelt episode, our guest Erin (braveheart alumni) opens up about her personal breakup story and the transformative journey she experienced inside of the Get Over Your Ex in 3 months or less program. Join us as we delve into her experiences, struggles, and ultimate triumph in rebuilding her bigger and better life after heartbreak. She shares candidly about the most challenging aspect...

In this episode, we dive into the journey of self-love, worth, and the struggle of wanting a relationship while also feeling the pressure to be content alone. Join us as we explore a refreshing perspective that challenges the conventional belief that you "should" be happy on your own before pursuing a relationship.   Self Love Week (free event): https://www.thebraveheartacademy.com/offers/BPS6ivcp...

Falling in love is one of the most amazing feelings we experience as humans. More often than not we associate that feeling with falling in love with another human. What if I told you, you could fall in love with yourself and feel that same way?  In today's episode learn why it's important to learn the skill of falling in love with yourself, how it will help your next relationship and the specific...

Let's tackle one of the most common questions after a breakup: how long does it take to get over it? We'll explore why it's not about the length of the relationship or how long it's been since the breakup. People heal at different rates, and the process can vary depending on factors such as the level of attachment, what you're making the breakup mean about you, and individual coping mechanisms. We...

*TRIGGER WARNING: contains talk of depression, hopelessness and suicidal thoughts." In this podcast episode, Breakup Coach Dorothy addresses the heavy topic of overcoming the belief of "I don't matter" after a breakup or divorce. She shares her personal journey and how this belief manifested for her after a miscarriage. Dorothy talks about the main issues with this belief pattern, such as a lack o...