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EPISODE · Mar 19, 2026 · 1H 2M

#14. After You Leave a Toxic Relationship

from The Heart of Psychology · host Evie B.

In this episode, we explore the emotional aftermath of walking away. From grief and identity shifts to the hidden patterns that make leaving so difficult in the first place. This isn’t about why you stayed, it’s about understanding what comes next.We talk about trauma bonds, family roles like the scapegoat, and why cycles of contact and no contact are more normal than you think. Most importantly, we challenge the idea that staying means you were weak, naive, or broken, and offer a more honest, compassionate perspective on what it really takes to choose yourself.If you’ve ever questioned your decision, felt unexpected grief, or struggled with the “after,” this episode is for you.Evie 🌸⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok

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