060- When "I'm Sorry" Makes the Pain Worse

Send us Fan MailHave you ever waited for an apology, convinced it would finally give you peace?In this episode, Najwa shares a deeply personal story about asking someone who hurt her to apologize, only to discover that the words she longed to hear could never provide the healing she was seeking. Drawing from The One Who Broke You Can't Heal You, she explores why we place so much weight on apologies, why validation from the person who hurt us can become a trap, and what it really takes to move forward.This conversation goes beyond forgiveness and closure. Najwa dives into the painful reality of toxic relationships, gaslighting, trauma bonds, and the struggle to accept someone for who they truly are. She offers a compassionate reminder that your difficulty letting go was never a sign of weakness. It was a sign that you cared, hoped, and believed in the best of someone.If you've ever felt stuck waiting for accountability, wondering why an apology didn't bring the relief you expected, or struggling to make sense of a relationship that changed you, this episode is for you.Because healing doesn't begin when they apologize. It begins when you stop putting your life on hold while waiting for one.In this episode:Why an apology often feels more important than it actually isThe difference between remorse and accountabilityHow gaslighting disconnects you from yourselfWhy it's so difficult to see people for who they truly areThe hidden cost of waiting for validation from the person who hurt youWhat real healing looks like after betrayal, manipulation, or heartbreakPlus, Najwa shares a personal update on her journey pursuing a master's degree in psychotherapy and reflects on the incredible impact readers have shared from The One Who Broke You Can't Heal You.📖 The One Who Broke You Can't Heal You is available wherever books are sold in hardcover, e-book, and audiobook formats.#HealingBeyondWords #TheOneWhoBrokeYouCantHealYou #HealingJourney #EmotionalHealing #TraumaRecovery #GaslightingAwareness #SelfWorth #RelationshipHealing #MentalHealthPodcast #NajwaZebianCome Home to Yourself Where healing becomes a holistic, embodied way of being via reflection, ritual and releaseListen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify