EPISODE · Apr 19, 2024 · 30 MIN

Cathexis Versus Love

from The Things We Don’t Want To Talk About · host N’Kengé Robertson

Send us Fan MailThis episode dives into a great topic I’ve been wanting to be explore: cathexis versus love! Cathexis is the act of investing mental or emotional energy in a person, object or idea and often confused for love in so many of our intimate and non-intimate relationships. Breaking down the real meaning of love in this segment, I challenge all to reflect on how they have received and/or not experienced real love, trust, and reciprocity in their lived experiences. Let’s talk about it! Connect with me on Instagram @theeducatornkenge to join the conversation! 💕💗

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Send us Fan Mail This episode dives into a great topic I’ve been wanting to be explore: cathexis versus love! Cathexis is the act of investing mental or emotional energy in a person, object or idea and often confused for love in so many of our intimate and non-intimate relationships. Breaking down the real meaning of love in this segment, I challenge all to reflect on how they have received and/or not experienced real love, trust, and reciprocity in their lived experiences. Let’...

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