From Runaway Bride to Real Love: A Therapist's Journey

Enjoyed this and want to let us know? Drop us a textTwo months before her wedding, Dr. Phoebe Rogers, a clinical psychologist and couples therapist and she was having secret panic attacks. Every time she pictured herself saying “I do,” she imagined herself bolting from the altar instead. She almost went through with it anyway, because sometimes the voice whispering “at least someone loves you” can drown out the one shouting “this isn’t right.”In this raw, vulnerable, and inspiring conversation, Dr. Rogers opens up about her journey from relationship expert to runaway bride and how that moment of truth became the catalyst for real healing and self-discovery.Connect with Phoebe:Instagram: @therelationshipspaceFacebook: The Relationship Space Website: therelationshipspace.com.auBook: When Will It Happen Me? (available now)00:00 Introduction: Dr. Phoebe Rogers' Journey02:31 Phoebe's Personal Love Story04:55 Recognizing Red Flags and Inner Conflict06:09 The Decision to Call Off the Wedding09:08 Healing and Self-Discovery14:24 Therapeutic Techniques and Inner Child Work20:25 Applying Therapy to Personal Life23:44 Building a Healthy Relationship with Self26:47 Recognizing Patterns and Healing28:43 Finding the Right Partner29:34 Navigating Relationship Communication31:46 Dealing with Attachment Styles32:34 The Inevitability of Heartbreak33:30 Healing and Growth in Relationships43:46 The Importance of Self-Love49:06 Insights from the Book53:20 Final Thoughts and Takeaways