Published Nov 10, 2023

The Main Cause of BREAKUPS (Do THIS to Heal YOURSELF & Find LASTING Love!)

Lewis Howes and therapist Haesue Jo delve into the impact of childhood trauma on adult relationships, the primary causes of breakups, and the transformative benefits of therapy, offering practical advice to heal, find self-worth, and form lasting love.
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  • Misalignment

    identifies a lack of alignment as a primary cause of breakups. She explains that couples often struggle when they are not on the same page, which can stem from various issues like communication problems or differing values. This misalignment can be challenging to overcome if both partners are not committed to working on the relationship.

    If either of those things are ruptured, as in, I notice that I no longer want to work on stuff, or I'm not trusting that they want to work on stuff. I don't trust them to continue wanting to be with me.

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    The unique backgrounds and traumas each person brings into a relationship further complicate this dynamic 1.

       

    Emotional Agility

    Emotional agility is crucial for maintaining healthy relationships. emphasizes the importance of being emotionally stable to effectively navigate relationship challenges. She notes that understanding how one's communication style impacts their partner can prevent misunderstandings and conflicts.

    When you are in a good place, when you're mentally stable, when you're emotionally stable, when your needs are taken care of, it's a lot easier to go in there and get it, whatever that means.

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    adds that therapy can be a valuable tool in developing this emotional agility 2 3.

       

    Self-Love

    Self-love is foundational for fostering healthy relationships. explains that unresolved trauma can hinder one's ability to love themselves, which in turn affects their relationships. She encourages individuals to seek support and professional help to heal and develop self-love.

    We generally accept the treatment and the love that we believe that we deserve.

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    agrees, highlighting the importance of investing in one's emotional well-being to avoid self-sabotage in relationships 4 5.

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