Breakups, Broken Hearts, and Moving On with Janice Formichella

KINK is a beautiful way to explore your new single life or expand the possibilities for pleasure between you and your partner(s). And because it is a never-ending world of options it can be difficult to know where to start. Guest co-host and kink-expert Jessie Mare is back this week to make the world blush as we take a deep dive into KINK 101. Buckle your seatbelts as we discuss: -What kink is -Wh...

Dating after divorce can be nerve-wracking and many people feel that they don’t know what they are doing. But the good news is that there are SO many resources available and so many people both paving the way and teaching others what they have learned. One of these people is my friend and colleague, Brian Dunn. Brian works specifically with people navigating the crazy world of dating and courtship...

TRIGGER WARNING: Victim blaming, sexual assault, domestic violence Victim blaming occurs when the victim of a crime is held partially or fully responsible for the actions taken against them. It is particularly prevalent when it comes to domestic violence and sexual assault. The impacts on victims are often long-term and have devastating consequences. It is also one of the reasons victims keep thin...

Download The Broken Heart Repair Kit: The 3-step Method to Beating Your Breakup  Multiple studies have shown that we process the pain of a breakup in the same way that we process physical pain, and most of us know that a broken heart can be as debilitating as any tragic loss. So why isn’t there more support for people grieving their breakups? Today Anthony Canapi joins me again for a rich discussi...

Do you know how to access pleasure in each moment? With subtle shifts in our mindset, we can truly live a life full of sensuality, with or without a partner. Today I am welcomed by colleague Steve Oskard to talk about powerful reframes that we can all make to throw open the door on what is truly possible in regards to life satisfaction, in the bedroom and beyond. Steve is a BRILLIANT sexologist. W...

Let’s talk about pleasure! Sexual Health Awareness Month wraps with an interview that is truly a work of art! I am honored to have Melissa Louise on the show to talk about expanding our capacity for pleasure. You are going to be so glad you pushed play on this episode! NOTES! -Want to work directly with Melissa? Find her on IG at ThePleasureStudio and visit her website: https://melissalouise.mykaj...

Dating is hard enough. Being a parent is hard enough. Being a co-parent is hard enough. Toss them all together and - wow - talk about the potential for a lot of stress and even heartache. It’s a good thing there are experts to call in! One of my goals for moving forward with Ex-Philes is to make it more and more inclusive and support as many people as possible. I am pleased to announce that co-par...

What do you think of when someone says “herpes”? Do you have it? Do you know you might not know that you have it, AND you most likely haven’t been tested for it in the first place? The majority of the population has some form of herpes, yet the stigma surrounding it makes it nearly impossible to talk about in public, and even with partners. Today’s guest is on a mission to change all of that. Suz...

Are you struggling with anger after a breakup? I have created this affirmations track to help you make progress on your healing journey this week. However you choose to use this track I hope you will remember that letting go of the past is a process that you are allowed to explore at your own pace. Also remember that no matter how you feel about your last relationship or breakup, you CAN heal and...

Is it healthy to get angry after a breakup, or is it better to move forward and not focus on the “negative” feelings that come along with a relationship ending? Push play, and start processing today! Today I am joined by close friend Christine Lalonde to talk about what to do when anger is hard to let go of after a breakup, and how you can transform it into something positive. Christine bravely te...

Trying to get OVER someone by getting UNDER someone isn’t always a winning strategy. But embracing sex and your OWN sexuality as a way of exploring your new single life CAN be transformative. This week I am *stoked* to be joined by sexologist Dr. Kristie Overstreet to talk about using sex in brand new ways after your breakup (and psssst - it has nothing (necessarily!) to do with finding a new long...

Are you struggling with forgiving yourself after a breakup? I have created this affirmations track to help you make progress on your healing journey this week. However you choose to use this track I hope you will remember that letting go of the past is a process that you are allowed to explore at your own pace. Also remember that no matter how you feel about your last relationship or breakup, you...

Are you mad at yourself or disappointed about how you acted in your last relationship or during your last breakup? Push play, and learn to let go. It is another special episode, but I guess I’m getting used to that! Today I welcome another guest co-host, Jackie Brubaker, who is joining me to talk about why some of us struggle to forgive ourselves more than anyone after a breakup and how to release...

Welcome Jessie Maree to the show as my new guest co-host!  Show notes coming soon, I promise! I am dropping this episode from my fall vacation on the road so I need more time :)  What topics would you like Jessie and me to cover in the future? You know where to find me: Send me a DM on IG at @ Janiceformichella or email Exphilespodcast@gmail.com . Love Ex-Philes? Please help others find...

What does it mean when an ex texts? And more importantly – what is the right way to respond? As always, Ex-Philes has your back. I am SUPER excited to introduce my first guest co-host, Anthony Canapi (he/him) to the show. Today we chat about Anthony’s METHOD for dealing with texts from the ex. Grab a pen and paper! It’s a method that will help you to put that ex in your rearview mirror for good....

Join our new Patreon! Become an Ex-Philes insider!  https://www.patreon.com/exphiles Healing from a breakup takes more than self-care and time, though those things definitely help. Sometimes it takes thinking outside of the box a bit and trying new things until something sticks or starts to help. Today I am sharing FIVE tips that I use with my breakup coaching clients to get out of a breakup...

Join our new Patreon! Become an Ex-Philes insider!  https://www.patreon.com/exphiles A lot has happened in Ex-Philes Land over the past few weeks! I am excited to share the recent changes with my amazing audience and to share what is in store for the next few months. PLUS - some takeaways from the same few weeks that you can use to inspire you along on your healing journey this week. I’d love...

Join our new Patreon! Become an Ex-Philes insider!  https://www.patreon.com/exphiles Do you think it pays to take your time when meeting someone new? Let us know in our DMs! Head over to the podcast Instagram @ exphilespodcast and follow Clair @ clairlofthouse and Janice @ Janiceformichella . And if you’d like to join our online community, find us on Facebook at Breakups, Broken Hearts, and M...

Join our new Patreon! Become an Ex-Philes insider! https://www.patreon.com/exphiles It may seem like a compliment, but it’s not! Being single has lot’s of advantages and is an important time for healing and growth after a breakup. Yet our society sure likes to stigmatize it. Today we are chatting about the pervasiveness of “singleism”, why being single is so awesome, how to enjoy it, and how to ad...

Join our new Patreon! Become an Ex-Philes insider! https://www.patreon.com/exphiles Bad breakup? This is something that many people have struggled with and a position that anyone has the possibility of finding themselves in. Whether your relationship was abusive or it was the kind of breakup that brought out of the worst in your ex, it can be really hard to cope with the bad memories and move on a...

Join our new Patreon! Become an Ex-Philes insider!  https://www.patreon.com/exphiles What are you struggling to come to terms with when it comes to your breakup or the relationship? Have you considered that re-writing the narrative you are telling yourself may be the key to closure? We are tickled PINK to be joined by a fan of the show today! Kate Marlene is (besides Janice’s twin) a content...

Join our new Patreon! Become an Ex-Philes insider!  https://www.patreon.com/exphiles A morning routine sets the vibe and stage for the rest of your day. But what if you are struggling to get out of bed because of a recent breakup and a broken heart? There are ways that you can use your morning to jump start your healing, even when it feels like each day is a challenge. This week we are talkin...

Join our new Patreon! Become an Ex-Philes insider!  https://www.patreon.com/exphiles What’s your love language? Acts of service? Words of affirmation? Bring brought food after a busy day? There is a lot about the love languages that people get wrong, and it can sometimes cause more harm than good. But when used as intended by author Gary Chapman, they might help you to have longer-lasting rel...

Join our new Patreon! Become an Ex-Philes insider!  https://www.patreon.com/exphiles Cutting ties with an ex is an effective way to heal from a breakup, but what if you have to see them every day? From being co-workers to co-parents, there are situations where the standard no-contact advice doesn’t apply. But don’t worry! There is now an episode for that! The Ex-Philes gals have got your back...

Last week we spoke about settling in relationships, what it looks like and how to know if you are doing it. We’re flipping things around this week and talking about another common dating question: “am I too picky?” If you are recovering from a breakup you could be asking yourself this, especially if you are struggling with regret over ending things and second-guessing your decision. Or, if the rel...