Unbreak My Heart

Phil had strong feelings for his partner. At first, it appeared she did as well. Suddenly, she ended things with him but she insisted they still sleep next to each other. 3 days later she changed her mind. Phil didn't get any answers as to why she was back and forth with him but he was happy not to lose her, and his feelings continued to grow.  Unfortunately, she decided she didn't want to be with...

Finding your way through the world is not easy. The mystery of love can be too much to bear when we're feeling alone and isolated. Jonny talks to this idea of not feeling like he belongs and the saving grace in his life has been connection to people, even when they've been strangers. Listen for fresh hope and inspiration as Jonny talks about his creative and unexpected journey to discovering a mis...

We hope to avoid bad things happening to us and we do our best to not be the bad guy in someone else's life. What happens when the bad things come? No sex? Cheating? Loneliness? Divorce and break-ups?  Maureen speaks to the unspeakable things that we tend to handle on our own - isolated, afraid, embarrassed or ashamed. You're in for a treat! We have a Patreon membership account! Please check out h...

Colleen's heartache carries both sorrow and wisdom. She loved her husband with all her heart. She loved the 3 girls from his previous marriage with all her heart. So much of her story with her ex is tied to the challenges of being the unwanted step-mom of a teen. Her husband struggled with substance abuse and unfortunately, Colleen's love wasn't strong enough to overcome all the adversity that cam...

When we're uncomfortable, it can tough to know how to put our thoughts in words. Even tougher, is stepping out and speaking up! What about the risk of all the bad things that might happen?  This Ted talk does a great job addressing the value of being uncomfortable when it's the right thing to do. You'll be encouraged, inspired, entertained and even challenged as Luvvi shares her perspective and pe...

You want to do the right thing. You want to see love grow and last a lifetime. That's what George thought he found! He found himself at home with her even when she received a terminal diagnosis.  He was devastated to find out that she had been cheating and couldn't bring himself to trust her again. Eventually, he moved on and found himself in another situation with a woman who was kind yet detache...

20 years ago Sandy and Burt dated. Their paths crossed again, and eventually, Burt invited Sandy to date once more... this time he was a married man newly exploring an open marriage with his wife.  Even though Sandy had some experience with non-traditional relationships, this was new for her too. What kind of risks would her heart and soul encounter as she worked through mitigating attachment, des...

Heartache is a combination of grief, sorrow, loss, confusion, anxiety and so much more. When you have heartache, what do you hear about moving forward? Maybe it's your voice or the voice of others saying "move on" and "let go" - but how do you move on from the memories and the moments that shaped you?  Listen to Nora as she shares about her grief with heaviness and humor. She learned the lesson th...

How many times do we find ourselves stuck in our own heads, or comparing ourselves to others? What if - we had a way to get ourselves unstuck - and discover solutions to overcome our pain or find the missing pieces in our lives?  Well, according to Barbara Sher we have to change our common understanding of why we so often fail to bring our dreams into reality – blaming bad attitude, negative think...

Bel is returning to talk through the grief and anxiety of making the decision to stay with her ex or move on and follow her dreams.  They love each other and have a great relationship. They also happened upon a non-negotiable. He wants to build roots in their hometown. She wants to explore the world and visit home but not live there. Can they compromise? Or do they have to find a way to face the f...

It's official! We have a patreon membership account! Please check out how to participate behind the scenes and collaborate on growing the podcast! You can visit www.patreaon.com/unbreakmyheart for more information. Today's guest shares about how she fell in love with a dear friend - not knowing he was married! One of her greatest lessons was that her intuition never lies and it's not something you...

Bridget gave herself a pass in her 20's, "it's ok to party hard". She embraced a lifestyle that was wild - drugs, substance abuse and a delicate state of mental health were the norm for awhile. She met a man at a bar and their connection was electrifying and unstable. They were on and off, he was fun and attractive, and she was madly in love - the quintessential bad boy! He had an intervention to...

You are in for a ride with Lizz's story. It's filled with tragedy and trauma that Lizz is in the midst of healing from. You'll learn how she's been coping with grief and what happens when her soulmate and best friend, G breaks her heart.  Lizz is also the Nutress of the World! She founded Goodnuss, a nut milk innovation company providing affordable access to fresh plant-based beverages for the fir...

We can sacrifice our voice in more than one way. Sometimes, it's by not speaking up. Sometimes it's by pleasing others or compromising. Sometimes it's by speaking but not standing up for ourselves, others, or honoring the truth. This topic transcends romantic relationships and impacts our lives with every waking moment. I hope you're inspired and motivated to find your voice, to be courageous, and...

Scott wasn't ready for love when it suddenly appeared one summer. Emma was an international student and was willing to make a big move for their relationship. Scott said let's wait. Distance grew and they broke up.  He screwed up. He feels guilty for hurting her and possibly letting "the one" getaway. It's been 20yrs, and today, he finds his way through this haunting heartache. No more guilt, no m...

Why is hindsight so powerful? One reason is the clarity with which we see the past. Our narrative has fewer gaps and we can see missed opportunities or the error in our ways.  It's often unpleasant to discover where we were wrong. It happens so often in relationships as we reflect on how it started one way and ended another.  I have found we are often hard on ourselves or amiss to the insights tha...

Sometimes you miss the good things you had even though it was far from perfect. April struggled with anorexia and her boyfriend didn't quite get the scope of her pain. The relationship ended but the feelings remained.  He had big news - he's going to be a Dad! Any hopes of a future dissolved. She met someone new and he isn't the man she longs for... can you relate to being stuck in the sticky shad...

What is one of the reasons why breaking up is so tough? Could it be procrastination? We don't want to be hurt or hurt others... we end up avoiding difficult conversations, being honest with ourselves or others and making tough choices... This is a humorous and insightful Ted Talk that will surprise and delight you. You'll learn about the monkey mind of immediate gratification and how the panic mon...

Falling in love is the phrase we've heard since birth. We've also learned falling hurts and "feeling" in love might not be so easy to sustain long-term. This is a topic Mandy addresses in her talk. What if we could build intimacy with someone, be seen and known and experience deeper connection? Could this help improve our relationships? Listen to find out! If you'd like to take the love questionna...

How we go about making changes can seem overwhelming, especially in the area of heartache. Our little habits can have a big impact on shifting us out of an old or unwanted place.  Today's show is a Ted Talk by BJ Fogg who teaches us perspective and techniques on how tiny habits lead to long-lasting change. To learn more about BJ and his resources please visit: https://www.bjfogg.com Remember - you...

Heartache, fear, doubt, anxiety, uncertainty and many other emotions that accompany tough moments in life are stressful for your body. One way to calm down, open your heart, heal your pain and find your voice is through your breath. It is simple and effective. Dr.  Belisa takes us through how to breathe and may pique your interest to learn more on breathing to change your body, mind and state-of-b...

Sometimes to survive the hard times, we forget. Greg found himself in a marriage that was not home, nor safe. He lost his identity as a man and thought the only way out was suicide.  Writing goodbyes to his children, gave him enough pause to find another way through his suffering. Greg has a message of hope with a happy ending!  We have a patreon membership account! Please check out how to partici...

Kurt arrived at this interview just after his final deposition with his soon-to-be ex-wife. A second failed marriage and being a Christian single father of three is not what he imagined would be his reality. Like many people in his situation, he carries a lot of guilt and anger.  What's at the root of his anger? Is he trying to escape something ugly inside? Only one way to find out...

What if someone could study how we make choices? The attitudes and philosophies behind the decisions we make? When we reflect on our relationship choices or the patterns of behavior we have - sometimes it's hard to make sense of it!  Sheena takes us through her research about studying choice! It's fascinating and may provoke some new thoughts and insights. Enjoy! We have a Patreon membership accou...

Kerry and I's conversation flowed with casual ease and laughter. Can you start over in your mid-30's as a divorcee and single Mom? Yes! What about navigating the mystery and terrors of online dating? Kerry shares about diving in, finding new liberties and navigating the disappointments and hopes of possible new relationships.  Listen to be entertained and inspired.