#290 From Self-Sabotage to Self-Regulation: Anna Runkle’s Guide to Relationship Healing

#290 From Self-Sabotage to Self-Regulation: Anna Runkle’s Guide to Relationship Healing

In today’s expert episode, I’m interviewing Anna Runkle, better known as the “Crappy Childhood Fairy” on YouTube, whose new book, Connectability, just launched. We talk all about what it really means to be dysregulated, how childhood trauma—not just the “big T” trauma—can play out in our adult relationships, and why so many of us find ourselves self-sabotaging or struggling to connect. Anna dives into why neglect, not being seen or cared for as a child, can have lasting neurological effects, and she shares practical steps to start re-regulating your nervous system and breaking out of old relational patterns. We also dig into why we might be drawn to emotionally unavailable people, the hidden ways we isolate ourselves, and why building multiple kinds of connection—not just romantic—is so important for healing after heartbreak. Anna offers relatable stories, super tangible advice, and hope for anyone navigating relationship wounds or looking to build a more connected, supported life.

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#309 When Stress at Work Impacts Love at Home with Guy Winch

#309 When Stress at Work Impacts Love at Home with Guy Winch

In today's expert episode, I'm joined by one of my all-time favorite guests (and yours!), Guy Winch, psychologist, TED speaker, and author of the brand new book Mind Over Grind. We dive deep into the ...

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#308 Understanding Limerence and Longing with Amanda McCracken

#308 Understanding Limerence and Longing with Amanda McCracken

In today's expert episode, I'm joined by journalist and author Amanda McCracken to dive deep into the topics of longing and limerence—those intense, ruminating crushes or obsessions that can stick wit...

10 Feb 42min

#307 Healing Is Not Linear: When Old Relationship Trauma Resurfaces Years Later

#307 Healing Is Not Linear: When Old Relationship Trauma Resurfaces Years Later

In today's solo episode, I'm sitting down and sharing off the cuff about something unexpected that came up for me in therapy this week—old pain from a toxic relationship I was in over a decade ago. Ev...

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#306: Navigating the Six Stages of Relationships with Thais Gibson

#306: Navigating the Six Stages of Relationships with Thais Gibson

In today's expert episode, I'm interviewing returning guest Thais Gibson—best-selling author, researcher, and founder of the Personal Development School—about her powerful new concept: the six stages ...

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#305: Why Self-Awareness Isn’t Enough with Kati Morton

#305: Why Self-Awareness Isn’t Enough with Kati Morton

In today’s expert episode, I’m joined by Kati Morton—licensed marriage and family therapist, bestselling author, and one of the most trusted mental health voices online. We dive into her newest book, ...

20 Jan 47min

#304 Early Divorce Isn’t Failure: Finding Hope After Unexpected Turns with Eve Simmons

#304 Early Divorce Isn’t Failure: Finding Hope After Unexpected Turns with Eve Simmons

In today’s expert episode, I’m interviewing Eve Simmons, an award-winning health journalist who is back on the podcast after going through a life-changing divorce just six months into her marriage. We...

13 Jan 50min

#303 How a Daily Gratitude Practice Changed My Life and Friendships

#303 How a Daily Gratitude Practice Changed My Life and Friendships

In today's solo episode, I'm reflecting on a practice that's been a huge part of my own healing journey—gratitude texting. As we kick off 2026, I share the five biggest lessons I've learned after near...

6 Jan 19min

 #302 Redefining Divorce with Sarah Armstrong

#302 Redefining Divorce with Sarah Armstrong

In today's expert episode, I'm talking with Sarah Armstrong, author of The Mom's Guide to a Good Divorce and Vice President of Global Marketing Operations at Google. Sarah is sharing her personal expe...

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