128. The Reason You Can't Control Yourself With Your Ex (Even When You’re Highly Composed At Work)

Why can you handle pressure and big decisions like a pro at work… but still feel completely out of control when it comes to him?If you’ve ever felt like two different people—calm, capable, and in control except with your narcissistic ex, this episode breaks down exactly why that disconnect happens (and why logic alone isn’t saving you).In this episode you will:Understand why your self-control seems to disappear when it comes to your exLearn what’s actually driving the urge to reach out (hint: it’s not a lack of discipline)Rebuild trust in yourself so your actions finally match your intentionsPress play now to finally understand why this keeps happening—and what it actually takes to stop repeating the same exhausting cycle.QUICK LINKS FROM EPISODE:⁠Schedule your free Intro Session: https://tinyurl.com/freeintroseshpodRESOURCES FOR YOUR HEALING:🌻 ⁠Schedule your free Intro Session: https://tinyurl.com/freeintroseshpod❤️ For more resources on healing from the mindf*ck of confusing relationships so you can securely attach + experience healthy love: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.brewolta.com⁠⁠⁠⁠🫶🏻 Trauma Bond Breaker Guide: 7 Micro-Shifts to Start Letting Go (Even If You’re Still Hooked): https://www.brewolta.com/get-the-trauma-bond-breaker-guide🫶🏻 Trust Yourself More Than His Potential (3 Simple Practices To Guarantee You Don't Go Back): https://tinyurl.com/trustyourselfmore-pod🫶🏻 Get the free 3 WAYS TO RECOGNIZE LOVE BOMBING GUIDE to spot love bombing and walk away from the red flags early: https://tinyurl.com/lovebombguide-htwshownotes🫶🏻 ⁠Get the free RELATIONSHIP RESET GUIDE⁠: https://tinyurl.com/rrg-htwshownotesLearn how to communicate your feelings (without feeling guilty)Navigate triggering moments without shutting downFeel secure on your own so you aren’t jumping into the wrong relationshipExpand your capacity to hold next-level love while remaining true to you🫶🏻 FIND YOURSELF AGAIN Self-guided course to help you rediscover your needs and identity after years of focusing on others firsthttps://tinyurl.com/fya-htwshownotes (Use PODCAST10 at checkout for 10% off)In this gripping podcast, listeners explore the complex dynamics of toxic relationships, unpacking themes like narcissistic abuse, gaslighting, cognitive dissonance, and emotional manipulation, while delving into how empathy, attachment styles, and people pleasing behaviors contribute to codependency, trauma bonding, and emotional abuse. The host and guests share real stories of betrayal, guilt, and heartbreak—all while guiding survivors through letting go of an ex, identifying red flags, reclaiming self worth and confidence, establishing boundaries, and rebuilding emotional safety after love bombing, manipulation, self doubt, and deep-rooted trauma.