Heal Your Heartbreak

In today’s solo episode, I’m diving deep into what it’s really like to go through the initial shock after a breakup. I’ll share what those first days can feel like—whether you’re in disbelief, feeling numb, caught up in logistical details, or hoping your ex might come back. I’ll talk about why it’s completely normal if the deepest pain doesn’t hit right away, and remind you that however you’re exp...

In this episode I'm finally diving into one of the most-requested topics: fertility and the realities of the biological clock, especially when you're going through a breakup. I’m joined by Dr. Lucky Sekhon , an incredible double board-certified fertility expert based in NYC, who breaks down everything from egg freezing and IVF to solo parenting and common misconceptions about age and fertility. Dr...

On today’s episode of the Heal Your Heartbreak podcast, I sit down with Katherine Rose Woller, author of " Calling It Off: Memoir of an Almost Bride. " Katherine shares her deeply personal story about deciding to call off her wedding just two weeks before it was supposed to happen. Together, we talk honestly about the pressure to stay in relationships, why it’s so important to listen to your intui...

In this episode I explore the raw and often hidden challenges of going through a breakup. I reached out to my Instagram followers and gathered honest, anonymous responses about what surprised them most during their breakup journey. From feeling unexpectedly blindsided and dealing with intense emotions to grappling with forgiveness and missing someone toxic, this episode sheds light on the shared y...

In today's episode, I have the pleasure of chatting with Topaz Adizes, the incredible director of " The And " and founder of The Skin Deep . Together, we dive into the fascinating world of how deep, intentional questions can significantly elevate relationship intimacy. Topaz opens up about his personal quest for real connection, sharing how the right questions can transform negative thought patter...

Welcome back to another episode of the Heal Your Heartbreak podcast, today I'm diving into a topic that's really personal and important—what happens after you stand by your values and it leads to a breakup. This episode, I'm sharing my own experiences and insights on what it's like when your future goals, like wanting kids or marriage, don't align with your partner's. We'll talk about the emotiona...

In today's episode, we're thrilled to have Drew Ramsey, MD, a psychiatrist, psychotherapist, and author of " Healing the Modern Brain ." Drew sheds light on the science of mental fitness and its role in overcoming heartbreak. He explains the brain's reactions during a breakup and how building mental strength can aid recovery and future resilience. We discuss the importance of nutrition, movement,...

In this episode of Heal Your Heartbreak, we're exploring the concept of conflict resilience with experts Bob Bordone and Dr. Joel Salinas. Bob, a negotiation and mediation expert, and Joelle, a neurology professor, have come together to discuss how embracing conflict, rather than avoiding it, can lead to stronger relationships. Their new book, Conflict Resilience , offers insights and practical st...

Today's episode I get to chat with Mary Jelkovsky, the fantastic mind behind Mary's Cup of Tea podcast and someone I really admire for her wisdom on self-love and self-worth. We dive into some pretty deep stuff about letting love in, especially when you’re struggling to love yourself. Mary gets personal about her journey with disordered eating and how compassion was a game-changer for her healing....

In today's episode of the Heal Your Heartbreak Podcast I’m tackling something we all deal with after a breakup but don’t always talk about—those "aftershocks" that hit us out of nowhere. You know, like when you see your ex’s car pass by or a song comes on that suddenly takes you back. This idea clicked for me after chatting with Suzy Hopkins and Hallie Bateman and hearing from some of you who are...

In this episode of Heal Your Heartbreak, I'm thrilled to welcome the wonderful SC Perot, the author of " Styles of Joy ." We dive into SC's incredible story of discovering joy in the middle of some serious life chaos. Picture this: a pandemic hits, her career takes an unexpected turn, and she goes through a really tough divorce—all at once. Just when everything seemed upside down, SC found an unex...

In this episode, I chat with Sabrina Zohar, host of the Sabrina Zohar podcast, about why we take breakups so personally and how to shift that mindset. Sabrina shares her journey from difficult relationships and anxiety to creating content that helps others navigate dating and relationships. We dive deep into why rejection hurts so badly from both a psychological and neurological perspective, discu...

In this episode of Heal Your Heartbreak, I sit down with Suzy Hopkins and Hallie Bateman, marking the first time we've had a mother-daughter duo on the show. They join me to discuss their newly released book, "What to Do When You Get Dumped: A Guide to Unbreaking Your Heart." Suzy shares her personal journey of healing after the sudden end to her 30-year marriage, and how it inspired this candid e...

In today's episode I'm revisiting one of the most popular and crucial topics for anyone navigating a breakup: the no contact rule. Initially discussed on the podcast almost five years ago, I'm exploring how my perspective on this approach has evolved with feedback and new insights. I'll define the no contact rule, elaborate on why it is a powerful tool for healing, and share practical advice for i...

On this episode of the Heal Your Heartbreak Podcast we have guests Julie Kraftchick and Yue Xu, hosts of the Dateable podcast and authors of the new book "How to Be Dateable." Rather than providing typical dating rules or gimmicks, they discuss how to approach dating authentically and in alignment with one's true self. In this episode we talk about – The modern dating pitfalls that keep people stu...

In today's episode I'm interviewing Meghan Keane, author of the book Party of One: Finding Joy in Your Own Company and Supervising Editor of NPR's LifeKit Podcast. We talk about Meghan's journey on writing this book, how to become your own best partner, why society works against us in accepting single people, fears around being single, how to become more comfortable in your skin (with some very pr...

In today's solo episode I'm talking about the myth that I believe keeps so many people connected to their exes which is, being the "exception to the rule". We talk about in what ways people believe they're the exceptions to the rule, the issues that it causes, why we want to believe we're the exception, and what to do about it. To find out which Break Up Bestie Course is right for you, click the l...

In today's episode we have a return guest, Jenny Taitz who is here to talk about her new book Stress Resets which is full of incredible advice and tools on how to decrease stress in the moment and over time. We talk about where stress comes from and what it does to the body, we talk about why different tools help at reducing stress, and how you can build a practice of these habits to reduce your s...

As we move into the new year today's episode talks about how to start looking forward to your future again. Breakups can take away excitement and hope as you look forward but there are things you can do RIGHT NOW to start looking forward to things again. I walk you through multiple journaling exercises to do to build out your 2025 with some excitement and hope. To find out which Break Up Bestie Co...

In today's episode we are talking about dating mindfully which are two words you rarely hear together but our guest Dr. Marie Thouin walks us through different techniques that allow you to utilize dating apps and date in a way that feels authentic and non anxiety inducing. We also talk about Dr. Thouin's other expertise which is consensual non monogamy and the concept of compersion which is findin...

In today's episode I'm talking about boundaries, and why they are ultimately the kind thing to do for not only yourself but also for your ex and those around you. I talk about my personal journey with boundaries and how I came to terms with being able to set them, and how you can practice setting boundaries too. To find out which Break Up Bestie Course is right for you, click the link to take the...

In today's episode of the podcast I'm interviewing licensed mental health counselor and host of the Quiet the Clock Podcast, Beth Gulotta. Our topic today is hugely important when it comes to going through breakups which is the societal timelines embedded so deeply in all of us. We talk about why the clock exists, how societal norms are changing, how to change your perspective when going through a...

On today's episode I'm talking with Stephanie Sarazin, author of the book Soulbroken and an expert in the topic of ambiguous grief which you'll find out in this episode is mourning someone or something that is still alive or still in existence. We talk about Steph's journey into ambiguous grief after the end of her 20 year relationship, what it means to go through grief where there is no societal...

Today I'm so excited to introduce my friend and spiritual mentor Jessica Stone to the podcast. I originally brought Jessica on to talk about dreams and what it means to dream about your ex but we dove so much deeper into it talking about more of the spiritual side of a breakup. Whether or not you believe in spirituality I think Jessica has a beautiful take on breakups and how to heal from them and...

Today on the podcast I have sex and relationship expert Dr. Tara. She is a tenured professor, podcast host, and co-host of Celebs Go Dating. In this episode we talk about how to use your breakup as a time to rediscover your sexual identity, how to get more comfortable talking about sex with future partners, what to do if you feel like your toxic ex is the best sex you'll ever have, and much more....