Eps 62: What are the dumbest things you've done in the name of love?

Welcome to Episode 62 of the Re-MIND Podcast! In this episode, Dr Ashleigh Moreland and Dave Masterton delve into the often misguided and unhealthy things we do for love. This eye-opening discussion shines a light on how we might abandon our true selves in the name of love and offers practical tools to foster healthier, more authentic relationships. In this episode, we explore: Understanding Dysfunctional Love: Discover how nervous system dysregulation and trauma responses can lead us to act out of fear rather than genuine love. Identifying Unhealthy Love Patterns: Learn about the signs of unhealthy love, including compromising your authenticity, isolating yourself from support systems, enduring disrespect and abuse, and suppressing your needs and desires. Real-Life Scenarios: We discuss relatable scenarios like the people-pleaser, the isolated individual, and the fixer, providing coaching tips to address these unhealthy patterns. Practical Tools for Healthier Relationships: Gain insights on how to reflect on your relationship through self-reflection and journaling, establish healthy boundaries, seek support from a trauma-informed therapist, reconnect with your authentic self, and practice self-compassion. We also touch on the importance of recognising and changing unhealthy patterns, and how this is the first step towards building more fulfilling relationships. By implementing these practical tools and reflecting on your experiences, you can move towards love that is nurturing and life-giving. Join us as we unpack the dumbest things we've done in the name of love, and learn how to cultivate relationships that allow both partners to thrive. Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss part two next week, where we’ll explore what healthy love looks like and the smartest things you can do for love. Stay connected, share your experiences with us in the comments or on social media, and let’s continue to grow together. Your journey towards healthier love starts now. YouTube: https://youtu.be/prAgx8Ew-6Y Rise and Thrive: https://riseandthrive.re-mind.institute/ David’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/accidental_ascension Website: www.re-mind.institute Facebook: Re-MIND Institute Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/remind.institute https://www.pinterest.com.au/ReMINDInstitute/?fbclid=IwAR0y56gD4nbAop_524-LtAAO2y1FDhIQv2dK9TTl0Zbo08TVNIdguSTjhYQ [Disclaimer: The Re-Mind Podcast provides general information and discussion about various mental health and well-being topics. The content in this episode is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. If you or someone you know is facing mental health challenges, we encourage seeking support from qualified professionals.]