The Psychology of Relationships

Why Heartbreak Can Become Your Biggest Breakthrough w/ John Kim

June 4 · 45 min · 44.1 MB
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Breakups have a way of forcing us to confront the patterns we often avoid seeing in relationships. Whether it’s a slow fade, an almost-relationship, or a breakup you never fully processed, endings can reveal a lot about attachment, emotional availability, and the dynamics we keep repeating. John Kim—licensed therapist, author of Breakup. On Purpose., and host of The Angry Therapist podcast—joins Julie & Yue to unpack the psychology behind modern breakups and why endings can become powerful catalysts for growth instead of proof of failure.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why some relationships slowly lose momentum over time
  • The psychology behind almost-relationships and ambiguity
  • How attachment patterns shape breakups and healing
  • Why endings can create opportunities for self-awareness
  • How to move forward with more clarity and emotional insight


To learn more about John Kim, follow him @theangrytherapist and visit theangrytherapist.com



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