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Send a textI could not find the advice i needed about having gone through heart break before I left. Before you left or they left! Not the normal heart break advice, after they leave you suddenly or you leave suddenly.Most people think heartbreak hits the moment the relationship ends. But the truth is, some heartbreak begins long before the goodbye ever happens in the quiet places where you were breaking inside while still trying to hold everything together.This episode is for the ones who didn’t fall apart the day it ended… because they had already broken a hundred times before that.It’s for the people who: • cried in the relationship long before they cried after it • felt themselves slowly disappearing while trying to “make it work” • grieved a partner who was still physically there • lived in a state of quiet hope followed by quiet heartbreak • lost dreams, time, and versions of themselves trying to keep love alive • feel numb now, not because they didn’t care, but because they carried the pain for yearsWe dive into the heartbreak no one talks about  the heartbreak of internal collapse, of losing yourself, of grieving a future you never got to live, and the slow emotional erosion that happens when love becomes a place of pain instead of safety.In this episode, you’ll learn: why this heartbreak feels so different why your nervous system is exhausted, not dramatic why numbness is a trauma response, not a lack of love why letting go feels like losing a life you already left internallyhow heartbreak becomes an awakening, not a failure how to rebuild the parts of yourself you abandoned to stayIf you’ve ever thought, “Why am I not grieving like everyone else?” or “Why does this heartbreak feel so deep even though I was the one who left?” This conversation will finally put words to what your heart already knows.🎧 Love Better Podcast (Spotify)https://open.spotify.com/show/4TJF1rMoWmLBdQZveeSCnf🎧 Love Better Podcast (Apple Podcasts)https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/love-better/id1740561464🎧 Love Better Podcast (Buzzsprout)https://www.buzzsprout.com/2335305▶️ Love Better on YouTube (Your Channel)https://www.youtube.com/@shazmeenbank📸 Instagram — @shazmeenbankhttps://instagram.com/shazmeenbank🎵 TikTok — @shazmeen_bankhttps://www.tiktok.com/@shazmeen_bank▶️ YouTube — Shazmeen Bankhttps://www.youtube.com/@shazmeenbankTHE PERSPECTIVE PODCAST:▶️ YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@theperspectivepodcastgs🎧 Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/2Gre5RJxyF7fWcE3sQ8ZIT📸 Instagramhttps://instagram.com/theperspectivepodcast.gsSupport the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textIf you’ve ever stayed in a relationship that was breaking you - or left one and wondered why the pain feels heavier than the love - this episode will speak to you. Trauma bonds make you confuse intensity for love, chaos for connection, and survival for loyalty. You know they hurt you… but you also know they’re the same person who “rescued” you from the hurt they caused. That cycle is powerful, addictive, and deeply confusing - especially when your nervous system has been trained to expect the highs and lows.In this episode, we explore the truth behind: • Why you stay in unhealthy relationships even when you know you deserve better • How childhood wounds, anxious attachment, and people-pleasing shape your choices in love • The difference between real repair and trauma-bonded “makeups” • Why leaving can make you feel numb, exhausted, or strangely peaceful • The grief of realising you loved them more than they ever loved you back • What happens when you finally start choosing yourself after years of self-abandonmentI also share a moment from my own life - running a 21km race during the hardest part of my separation - and how that run became the metaphor for rebuilding my self-worth, step by step, breath by breath. Not because my story is the point… but because sometimes someone else’s moment reminds you of your own strength.If you’re walking through a breakup, separation, divorce, or healing from an emotionally turbulent relationship, I want you to know: You are not crazy. You are not weak. And you are not alone.Healing after leaving a trauma bond requires compassion, self-respect, nervous system safety, and the courage to meet the version of you that only emerges when you finally choose yourself. You deserve a relationship that feels calm, safe, and consistent — not one that makes you question your worth.Connect with me: Instagram: @shazmeenbank TikTok: @shazmeen_bank Love Better Podcast on YouTube The Perspective Podcast (with my son): ThePerspectivePodcastGS on YouTube & SpotifySupport the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textI know what it feels like to have your partner want to take an interest in your world. How lonley and sad it can feel when you love and feel so empty inside. Anxious partners are givers and you also really need an avoidant partner to step up and do their part. xx Love Shazmeen. In this episode, Shazmeen Bank explores the dynamics of anxious and avoidant attachment styles in relationships. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the needs of an anxiously attached partner and how avoidant partners can better support them. The conversation covers topics such as emotional safety, communication, reassurance, physical affection, and the significance of fostering independence and growth within the relationship. Shazmeen highlights the necessity of co-regulation and the role of both partners in creating a secure and fulfilling relationship.Take Aways From This Episode:Anxiously attached partners often feel neglected and unseen.Avoidant partners can learn to better support their anxious partners.Setting boundaries is crucial for anxious individuals.Emotional safety is essential for a healthy relationship.Consistent communication helps alleviate anxiety in relationships.Physical affection is vital for anxiously attached partners.Reassurance is a key need for those with anxious attachment.Independence and personal growth should be encouraged in relationships.Understanding abandonment fears can improve relationship dynamics.Co-regulation is necessary for a secure and loving partnership.Thank you for spending this time with me. If this episode touched something in you, I hope you know that you’re not alone. Healing isn’t linear, and love real love starts with how you show up for yourself.If something I said resonated, moved you, or made you feel seen, it would mean so much if you took a moment to leave a review or share this episode with someone who needs it. That’s how this message reaches hearts who are quietly hurting and still holding on to hope.You can connect with me more deeply over on Instagram @shazmeenbank or TikTok @shazmeen_bank, or explore 1:1 or couples coaching with me at www.shazmeenbank.com.And if you ever want to share your story or ask me a question, my inbox is always open at [email protected] are worthy of safe love. You are worthy of peace. And you’re already on your way there.With love, ShazmeenSupport the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textIn this episode, Shazmeen Bank explores the complexities of anxious and avoidant attachment styles in relationships. She emphasizes the importance of understanding these dynamics to foster compassion and connection between partners. The conversation covers how to navigate the anxious-avoidant trap, the significance of communication, and the need for both partners to work towards a secure attachment. Shazmeen provides practical tips for building autonomy, creating safe spaces for vulnerability, and recognizing patterns that lead to conflict. Ultimately, the episode encourages listeners to embrace their unique attachment styles while striving for a healthy, loving relationship.Takeaways:Both partners can make the relationship work despite differing attachment styles.Healing attachment styles is a continuous journey, not a quick fix.Attachment styles are not fixed; they can evolve over time.One partner can inspire the other to change positively.Both partners must commit to the relationship for it to thrive.Vulnerability is essential in a relationship, especially for anxious individuals.Anxious individuals often seek constant reassurance and connection.Avoidant individuals may need space to recharge and feel safe.Creating safe words can help communicate needs without conflict.Understanding each other's core wounds can foster deeper connection.I personally am rooting for you both. I know it can feel hard I know you may want to walk away. but if you both are willing and ready to get your hands dirty and do the work you both will not on win but build a really safe, deep, passionate love. If this episode helped you understand the anxious-avoidant trap better, or if you’re stuck in this cycle yourself, I hope you know you’re not alone, and it is possible to heal.If you loved this episode, please take a second to rate and review the podcast it really helps me reach more people who need this message.For more content on attachment styles, relationship healing, and emotional growth, make sure to follow me on Instagram and TikTok:🔗 Instagram: @shazmeenbank 🔗 TikTok: @shazmeen_bankYou can also visit my website to learn about coaching and other resources at: 🌍 www.shazmeenbank.comAnd if you’d like to reach out directly, I always love hearing from you email me at: 📧 [email protected] you for listening to Love Better. I’ll see you in the next episode. Love you!Support the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textIn this Q&A episode, Shazmeen Bank delves into the complexities of infidelity, betrayal, and the emotional turmoil that follows. She addresses listener questions about the pain of being cheated on, the impact of infidelity on children, and the importance of self-worth and accountability in relationships. Through personal stories and insights, she emphasizes the need for open communication, healing, and the courage to move on from unhealthy relationships. Shazmeen encourages listeners to prioritize their emotional health and to seek relationships that foster growth and mutual respect.TakeawaysInfidelity reveals deep wounds and unhealed parts of ourselves.Communication is key in addressing infidelity and rebuilding trust.Children are deeply affected by their parents' relationship dynamics.Healing from betrayal requires self-reflection and personal growth.It's important to set standards for honesty and accountability in relationships.Repetitive cheating indicates a need for serious self-evaluation.Self-worth is crucial in navigating relationships after betrayal.Understanding attachment styles can help in relationship dynamics.Moving on from long-term relationships can be challenging but necessary.Bravery is required to lead relationships towards healing and growth.Thank you for listening to this Q&A episode on betrayal, infidelity, and the road to healing. it means so much to me to have you trust me read your questions and answer them. Your questions allow so many scared to ask, listen and feel seen and not alone in their problem. This podcast is to grow a community of people that feel safe to share and grow.  If this episode spoke to you, or if you’re sitting in the middle of heartbreak right now, please know this: you’re not alone, and you don’t have to carry this pain by yourself.If you want to keep learning, healing, and growing with me, make sure to follow me on social media.I share daily insights, videos, and tools to help you love better and live better.Follow me here: 💕 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shazmeenbank 💕TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shazmeen_bank💕Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shazmeenbankAnd if you loved this episode, please leave a review, share it with someone who needs it, and subscribe so you never miss a moment of real talk and healing.I’ll see you in the next episode.Support the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textIn this episode, Shazmeen Bank delves into the complex emotions and challenges faced by couples dealing with betrayal and infidelity. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the pain of both the betrayed and the betrayer, and outlines the steps necessary for healing, including atonement, attunement, and rebuilding trust. Shazmeen encourages open communication, emotional support, and the need for both partners to take responsibility for their healing journey. The episode serves as a guide for those navigating the tumultuous aftermath of infidelity, offering hope and practical advice for rebuilding relationships.Takeaways:Dealing with infidelity is complex and not black and white.There is no shame in trying to make a relationship work after betrayal.Atonement involves genuine remorse and understanding the pain caused.Attunement requires actively engaging with your partner's emotional needs.Rebuilding trust takes time and consistent effort from both partners.Coping mechanisms like journaling and physical movement can aid healing.Support systems are crucial for both the betrayed and the betrayer.It's important to create a safe space for open communication.Healing is a journey that may involve ups and downs.Both partners must be willing to work towards a new relationship dynamic."If this episode helped you, or if you're navigating the aftermath of betrayal right now, know that you're not alone. Healing is possible but it takes honesty, patience, and showing up the right way.If you’d like more tools for rebuilding trust, understanding attachment, or working through relationship repair, make sure you’re following me on all platforms.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/shazmeenbankTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@shazmeenbankWatch the full video podcast on YouTube: YouTube.com/@shazmeenbankFor coaching or collaboration inquiries: 📧 Email: [email protected] if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, leaving a review really helps this message reach more people who need it."Betrayal breaks more than trust, it shakes the entire foundation of a relationship. But if you're the one who hurt your partner, there are ways to begin repairing the damage. This episode is for you."🎧 Listen now on Love Better (Spotify, Apple, or YouTube)#LoveBetterPodcast #InfidelityRecovery #RebuildingTrust #RelationshipHealing #CheatingRecovery #AttachmentStyles #SelfHealing #EmotionalRepair #RelationshipAdviceSee you in the next episode of Love Better.Support the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textIn this episode of the Love Better Podcast, Shazmeen Bank addresses the struggles of individuals in toxic and abusive relationships. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's worth, understanding the cycle of abuse, and finding the strength to leave unhealthy situations. Through personal anecdotes and insights, she encourages listeners to embrace their vulnerability and work towards healing and self-love. The episode serves as a heartfelt reminder that no one deserves to be in a relationship that diminishes their spirit and that there is hope for a brighter future.Takeaways:Many people struggle with leaving toxic relationships.Anxious attachment can lead to unhealthy relationship dynamics.It's important to recognize when a relationship is abusive.You are not responsible for the other person's behavior.Healing takes time and support from others.You deserve to be in a healthy and loving relationship.Emotional abuse can be just as damaging as physical abuse.Setting boundaries is crucial for self-preservation.You are worthy of love and respect.It's okay to seek help and share your story.Listen, you are not alone. you are great and I know your about to begin your greatest chapter. Love yourself! Love Better!💬 Loved this episode? If you’re stuck in a relationship that feels like love but keeps breaking you, know this: you are not alone, and there is a way through.🌐 Work with me or explore more at: 👉 www.shazmeenbank.com📲 Follow on socials for daily content & connection: Instagram: @shazmeenbank TikTok: @shazmeen_bank💌 Coaching inquiries, podcast questions, or brand partnerships: 📧 [email protected]🎧 Listen & subscribe to the Love Better podcast on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube — just search “Shazmeen Bank”Support the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textIn this episode, Shazmeen Bank delves into the complexities of fearful avoidant attachment, exploring its origins, traits, and the emotional struggles faced by individuals with this attachment style. The discussion highlights the impact of childhood experiences on adult relationships, the oscillation between anxious and avoidant behaviors, and the importance of understanding and healing from these patterns. Shazmeen emphasizes the need for compassion towards oneself and others in navigating relationships, particularly for those who identify as fearful avoidant. The episode concludes with insights on fostering vulnerability and emotional intimacy in relationships, encouraging listeners to embrace their journey towards healing and connection.Takeaways:Fearful avoidant attachment is characterized by a push-pull dynamic in relationships.Individuals with fearful avoidant attachment often oscillate between love and fear.Childhood experiences significantly shape attachment styles in adulthood.The Dynamic Maturational Model (DMM) offers insights into attachment beyond infancy.Fearful avoidants may struggle with self-soothing and emotional regulation.Vulnerability is a major trigger for fearful avoidants in relationships.Fearful avoidants often have a deep desire for connection but fear abandonment.Understanding attachment styles can foster empathy in relationships.Healing from fearful avoidant attachment requires self-awareness and compassion.Relationships with fearful avoidants can thrive with patience and understanding. 🎧 Watch or listen now: 🔗 YouTube, Spotify & Apple - search Love Better by Shazmeen Bank 🌐 All links: www.shazmeenbank.com 📲 Follow me on Instagram: @shazmeenbank & TikTok: @shazmeen_bank💌 DM me your story — I read every one - or email me at [email protected] the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textIn this episode of the Love Better podcast, host Shazmeen Bank addresses various themes surrounding love, healing, and emotional well-being. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's pain, navigating betrayal, and understanding attachment styles. The conversation also delves into the complexities of infidelity, the journey of self-compassion, and the courage needed to leave toxic relationships. Throughout the episode, Shazmeen encourages listeners to validate their feelings and seek support within the community.TakeawaysThe importance of feeling seen and validated in pain.Pain is a part of life, but suffering is a choice.Emotional healing requires self-compassion and understanding.Betrayal can lead to complex emotional responses.Attachment styles play a significant role in relationships.Forgiveness is essential for personal growth.Setting boundaries is crucial in toxic relationships.Self-love is foundational for healthy relationships.Community support can aid in healing.Recognizing red flags is vital for emotional safety.If this episode spoke to your heart, don’t keep it to yourself.✨ Share it with someone who needs to hear they’re not alone. 💌 Follow the podcast for more real talk on healing, relationships, and becoming who you were always meant to be.🧠 Want to go deeper: www.shazmeenbank.com 📲 Connect with me on social media for daily insights and real talk: Instagram: @shazmeenbank TikTok: @shazmeen_bankLet’s heal, grow, and Life Better & Love Better—together. 💛Support the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textIn this episode of the Love Better podcast, Shazmeen Bank delves into the complexities of anxious attachment, exploring its roots in childhood experiences and its impact on adult relationships. She shares her personal journey of recognizing and healing her anxious attachment style, emphasizing the importance of self-love and understanding in building healthier relationships. The conversation highlights the emotional toll of anxious attachment, the cycle of self-sacrifice, and the challenges faced when navigating relationships with avoidant partners. Shazmeen encourages listeners to break free from people-pleasing behaviors and to seek stability and security in their relationships. In this episode, Shazmeen Bank delves into the complexities of anxious attachment in relationships, exploring how it manifests in behaviors, triggers, and emotional responses. She emphasizes the importance of self-love and understanding one's own attachment style to foster healthier connections. The conversation covers the impact of conflict, the patterns of jealousy, and the significance of building self-connection and safety from within.Takeaways:You are not alone in this journey.Understanding anxious attachment is crucial for healing.Childhood experiences shape our attachment styles.Self-sacrifice can lead to emotional exhaustion.Recognizing patterns in relationships is key.Anxious attachment often leads to people-pleasing behaviors.Stability is essential for securely attached individuals.Self-love is a foundation for healthy relationships.Breaking the cycle of abandonment is possible.Healing leads to more fulfilling connections. Anxiously attached individuals often feel a heightened sense of danger when their partner pulls away.Self-love is crucial for those with anxious attachment; it is the most important love.Anxiously attached people may overlook their partner's negative behaviors due to their empathy.Conflict can leave anxiously attached individuals feeling empty and confused without resolution.Recognizing triggers is essential for managing anxious attachment responses.Chemistry in relationships should not be confused with safety; true connection is stable and nurturing.Anxiously attached individuals often overgive in relationships, hoping to change their partner.Jealousy can stem from insecurities and the fear of abandonment in anxious attachment.Building self-connection helps in managing anxiety and emotional responses.Practicing self-regulation techniques can help restore a sense of safety and calm.Follow me here:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shazmeenbank  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shazmeen_bank  Website: https://shazmeenbank.comSupport the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textIn this soulful Q&A episode, I answer the questions you've been quietly holding inside, the ones that are hard to ask out loud and many times you feel shame for even having. Trust me, we have all been there. You are not alone.How do you walk away from a relationship and break up with kindness? What do you do when you're raising children inside a marriage that’s breaking you down? How do you survive life's darkest moments when it feels like the light has completely left? And how do you begin to live your full potential — when all you’ve known is survival? How does an avoidant person believe in hope?These are the questions I received, and in this episode, I answer them with love, honesty, and compassion. We talk about breakups, identity loss, emotional exhaustion, parenting in pain, dating yourself, and rebuilding from the ground up. Nothing is surface level here this is for the part of you that’s tired, searching, and ready to come home to yourself.If you're navigating heartbreak, stuck in a hard season, or feeling unsure of who you are anymore… this conversation is for you.I’m honored you trust me with your questions and if you need a sign to keep going, this might be it.✨ Website: www.shazmeenbank.com Instagram: @shazmeenbank TikTok: @shazmeen_bankI would love to hear from you. Email:[email protected] the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textThere’s a reason dismissive avoidants shut down when things get too close. It’s not just cold behavior, it’s protection. In this episode, we go deep into the world of dismissive avoidant attachment: where it starts, how it shapes their personality, and why love feels like a threat to their nervous system.You'll learn how many avoidants grew up in emotionally neglectful environments, taught to be independent before they were ever ready. They didn’t learn to rely on others, they learned it wasn’t safe to need anyone. And that story? It doesn’t just disappear. It becomes the blueprint for how they handle relationships.Whether you’re anxiously attached, in love with someone who pulls away, or you recognize yourself in this dynamic, this episode will meet you where you are. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of avoidants, not from judgment, but from compassion.This is for anyone who's ever felt confused by a dismissive partner who “needs space,” struggles to open up, or shuts down right when things get real. 🧠 Understand the Dismissive avoidant’s early wounds💔 What their core wounds are💔 Why connection triggers their flight response🛑 And how you can stop personalizing their distance by understanding them🛑 If you are the dismissive avoidant listening, how to begin to just heal and be present Please connect with me, I love to hear from you or answer some of your questions on my show:Email me: [email protected]🎧 Listen now and follow:📲 Follow me on Instagram: instagram.com/shazmeenbank 🎥 Daily videos on TikTok: tiktok.com/@shazmeenbank 🌐 Explore my courses & coaching: www.shazmeenbank.comSupport the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textSelf Confidence! I thought so hard about this episode and I did not want to just add to the millions of videos and podcasts already teaching the amazing ways to grow your self confidence. I researched this topic long and hard and then I decided to dump all 7 ways to grow your self confidence and take you through a hypnosis. I wanted you to get to know fear and anxiety within you, and get to know the part of you that is self confidence!This episode is all about teaching your body how to embody true self confidence by allowing fear, anxiety and self confidence to reside peacefully and trust each others purpose. This is not a motivational talk. It’s not a quick fix.It’s a deeply soothing, science informed practice that speaks directly to your subconscious  helping you rewire limiting beliefs, release emotional tension, and reclaim the quiet strength that’s always been yours.If you’ve ever:Shrunk yourself in relationshipsOverthought every decisionOr questioned your worth when things got hardThen this episode is for you. You’ll be guided gently through the places where fear hides and confidence feels out of reach and you’ll leave with a grounded sense of power that lives in your body, not just your thoughts.🎧 Find a quiet place. Lie down. Let go. And allow this hypnosis to bring you home to yourself.I would love to hear from you. Tell me what topics on life you want me to tackle and find me on  my social media:Instagram: @shazmeenbankTiktok: @shazmeen_bankWebsite: www.shazmeenbank.comPlease subscribe and you can now watch my episodes on Spotify and Youtube. Support the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textI SEE YOU. If you’ve ever felt like you’re giving everything in a relationship and still feeling like it’s not enough… this episode is for you.Anxious attachment isn’t just about “needing too much.” It’s about core wounds that were formed long before your first heartbreak — and today, we’re going straight to the heart of it.In this episode, I unpack the emotional and psychological experience of anxious attachment in a way you may have never heard before. We’ll go deep into three rarely-discussed core wounds:🌙 The fear that if you’re not chosen, you disappear. 🕯️ The belief that your worth depends on how others feel about you. 🫀 And the panic that closeness won’t last — so you have to hold on tighter, even when it hurts.I’ll also walk you through how these wounds shape who you become in relationships: the fixer, the self-silencer, the chameleon, and the one who overfunctions just to be seen.If you’ve ever spiraled after a text, lost yourself in someone else’s world, or felt like love is something you have to earn — I want you to know: I see you. And this episode is your mirror.You’ll leave with more than just awareness. I’ll guide you through a healing shift called secure self-attunement — a practice to begin coming back home to yourself, regulating your reactions, and choosing love from a place of worth instead of fear.This episode is tender, honest, and real — and it might just change the way you understand your heart.💌 For more healing tools: 💬 Follow me on Instagram: @shazmeenbank 🎧 Follow me on TiTok:@shazmeen_bankYou don’t have to chase love to be worthy of it. You are allowed to stay fully you — and still be deeply held! Its about time. Support the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textThere comes a moment—quiet, breaking, raw—when pain invites us to become someone new. This episode is for the part of you that’s tired of carrying silent wounds and is ready to do something meaningful with them.I’m not here to tell you to “get over it.” I’m here to walk with you through it. In today’s conversation, we explore how your heartbreak, your losses, your betrayals... might actually hold the blueprint to your transformation.We’ll talk about the hidden strength that suffering awakens, how pain can become your deepest teacher, and what it truly means to rise—not in spite of what broke you, but because of it. This is not about bypassing your feelings. It's about honoring them and letting them fuel your healing.If you’ve ever felt like your story is too messy to be turned into something beautiful—this one’s for you.✨ Connect with me & I would love to read your letter on the next show:Email: [email protected]: @shazmeenbankTikTok: @shazmeen_bankWebsite: www.shazmeenbank.comSupport the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textStonewalling doesn’t look like abuse at first. There’s no yelling. No name-calling. Just silence. Withdrawal. Coldness. But that silence? That’s the thing that breaks you.In this episode, I’m talking about a dynamic that too many women—and men—go through and never name. One partner wants to talk, reconnect, fix it. The other shuts down. Looks away. Walks out. Days pass. The damage is done in silence, and nobody sees the bruises because they’re emotional.I share the emotional and psychological toll of stonewalling, how it mimics abandonment trauma, how avoidantly attached partners often use it without realizing, and why this becomes an invisible form of abuse. You’ll hear:What it’s like to be in a relationship where your pain is met with silenceHow stonewalling breaks trust and nervous system safetyWhy it feels like you’re going “crazy” even when no one’s shoutingHow this leads to resentment, burnout, and ultimately—divorceWhat to do if you’re being stonewalled or if you’re the one doing itStonewalling is a nervous system trauma for many—especially those with anxious attachment. It mimics the pain of abandonment and creates a deep, confusing form of emotional neglect. You’re left questioning your worth, feeling like you’re “too much,” when in reality, someone else has simply chosen to disengage.If you’ve ever begged someone to speak to you, to explain, to just see you—and they shut down instead—this episode is for you. You were never too much. They just never learned how to stay.🎧 Loved this episode? Share it with someone who's felt unseen or please comment or reach out to me. i love hearing from you. You can email me: [email protected] and send me a question, I will read it out and keep you anonymous if you like, and give you a super, heartfelt coaching response on my podcast.  📲 Follow me on Instagram: @shazmeenbank 🌐 Website: www.shazmeenbank.com 🎙️ TikTok: @shazmeen_bankWe finally introduced video to Spotify and youtube. I am so excited to finally engage you in a new way!Support the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textI have been here myself, and I did not know I was here! I thought over giving and all the traits that came with being an anxiously attached lover was LOVE! I had no idea that not stepping into my strength and voice held me back from really finding myself and setting some really tough boundaries that my relationship needed. I was not being mean. I was choosing me too! I mattered as well. If you’ve ever found yourself over-functioning in a relationship — chasing, overthinking, softening your truth, or silencing your needs just to feel safe — this episode is for you.Because when you live with anxious attachment, especially in a relationship with someone avoidant, love can start to feel like emotional survival.You try to be easy.You try to not need too much.You try to be chosen.And somewhere in all of that — you lose yourself. But you are so fixated now on the relationship surviving you forget to pause and take a step back.But here’s the truth I want you to remember: Love is not meant to cost you your voice, your boundaries, or your identity.In this episode, I guide you through the emotional terrain of what it really looks like to be anxiously attached in a long-term relationship or dynamic with an avoidant partner — and what it takes to begin reclaiming your space in that relationship without leaving yourself behind.You’ll learn:How anxious attachment shows up in dating, marriage, and long-term loveWhy avoidant partners can trigger your deepest fears — and what to do about itThe invisible ways you begin to shrink and abandon your needsHow to set boundaries without guilt and stop trying to manage their discomfortThe power of micro-boundaries to shift the dynamicWhy self-worth isn’t a mindset — it’s a daily practice of not abandoning yourselfHow to stop calling emotional over-functioning “love”And how to rediscover yourself — not in opposition to the relationship, but inside itThis episode is not about fixing your partner. It’s about coming back home to yourself. Because your sensitivity, your feelings, your needs — they were never too much. 📲 Follow and connect with me: 🔗 Website: www.shazmeenbank.com 📸 Instagram: @shazmeenbank 🎥 TikTok: @shazmeen_bank🎧 If this episode resonates, please share it with someone who’s tired of shrinking to be loved — and ready to choose themselves instead. Please also leave comments so we can connect and i can get to know you on a more personal bases.Support the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textLets dive in.You don’t keep choosing the wrong person because you're naive or broken. You do it because something in you is still trying to finish a story. To prove you’re lovable. To make chaos feel like home. To rewrite the ending.GET COMFORTABLE WITH REJECTION! I would rather you get rejected, then settle and play small, and lose yourself!In this episode, I go beneath the surface of dating and into the deeper truth: Who we’re drawn to is rarely random — it’s often wired in us. That's why you can end up always feeling like your dating the "same" guy or girl", and repeating patterns all over again.  Listen, when you get clear about what you want and align that to the fact that you are so deserving of a safe, beautiful, committed relationship, watch who you attract! I swear, you will look for me and say "Shazmeen, I did my own healing and inner work, I saw my pattern's, I took responsibility for what I was tolerating and now, I set boundaries and I met someone that would have never been my first choice and here I am, no longer feeling like I am settling but finally feeling safe".I can not wait for those stories!!In this episode I cover:The need to be authentic and brave What anxious and avoidant attachment really looks like in datingThe cost of settling and not having boundariesThe nervous system signals that tell you this is familiar (but not safe)Prominent red flags you keep turning into excusesGreen flags that seen so simple & boring but are the foundation in a personThe difference between love and emotional intensityAnd how to gently — but finally — start choosing people who don’t need fixing and stop settling and making excuses for bad behaviour. If you’ve ever asked, “Why do I always end up dating someone that leaves me chasing or breaks up with me, and why do i take them back?',  this episode is for you!!You're not asking for too much. Your simply just not asking!✨ Instagram: @shazmeenbank✨ TikTok: @shazmeen_bankWebsite: www.shazmeenbank.com (Also building a new website and adding some free healing mediations and a blog for you all). So excited! 💌 Please help me by sharing this with someone that can use my podcast. Please subscribe and please connect with me and tell me where I can improve to make this podcast better for you. Support the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textIs this relationship still right for me — or am I holding on out of fear, hope, or habit?In this episode, I walk you through one of the hardest questions we face in love: Should I stay… or leave? It’s never a simple decision — especially when you’re still in love, especially when you’re part of a culture or family where leaving is judged, forbidden, or not financially possible.Leaving is not something I or anyone will ever have to tell you to do. Because you know when its time. Getting to the point of walking away from someone you love that can not meet your needs, that needs patience and some gentle hand holding and no shame!You’ll learn how to explore this question with compassion, clarity, and a grounded approach rooted in emotional truth — not guilt, pressure, or fantasy.We’ll talk about:✅ When you should stay — and what a healthy, evolving relationship actually feels like🚨 How to know it’s time to leave — the emotional, physical, and nervous system signs that you’ve outgrown or been harmed in this relationship💡 Tony Robbins' 6 human needs — and how your relationship may (or may not) be meeting your deepest emotional drivers (certainty, variety, significance, love, growth, and contribution)🧠 What to do if you have to stay — because of culture, kids, religion, or money — and how to emotionally survive while creating inner change⚠️ What makes a relationship not right for you — not just toxic, but misaligned with who you’re becoming❤️‍🩹 And why it’s normal to feel guilt, grief, and longing — even when you know it’s time to let goThis is not an episode that tells you what to do. It’s one that helps you come home to what you already know — but might be too scared to say out loud.You’re not broken for struggling with this. You’re human. You are never broken, your simply stepping into being unbreakable. And you deserve a love that feels safe, alive, and mutual.✨ Connect with me on Instagram: @shazmeenbank✨ Connect with me on Tiktok: @shazmeen_bankMy website: www.shazmeenbank.com 💌 Share this episode with someone quietly holding this question in their heart.Support the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textYou’re still hurting. And you’re still healing. Those two things can exist together.In this episode, I walk with you through the kind of healing that doesn’t happen overnight — the kind that asks you to slow down, feel what’s real, and show up for yourself with compassion. You can feel so much shame when healing, like you should never have been in this position, or shame for hurting someone. We all deserve to heal and it does not look like one perfect smooth road. But the bumps now are a blessing when you have the tools to deal with them. I got raw about my process to show you how human it can be and standing on the other side of all the heavy lifting, my nervous system lives more in safety now than it ever has. That can be a proud moment after all the work you put in.I talk about what it means to sit with your emotions instead of running from them, how to label and feel your feelings without shame, and how to stop villainizing the people who’ve hurt you — so you can finally reclaim your peace. (This takes work and only happens after you do honour your pain).You’ll learn how your nervous system holds emotional pain, why regulation is the first step toward healing, and how to build emotional safety from the inside out. I also share gentle, practical tips to support you when the pain still feels raw — and remind you that it’s okay to make mistakes, take time, and heal imperfectly.🎧 Inside this episode:How to feel emotions without drowning in themWhy labeling feelings helps calm your systemThe difference between protecting yourself and punishing othersNervous system basics: sympathetic vs. parasympathetic explained simplySelf-compassion tools for when you're spiraling in guilt or shameWhy healing isn’t about doing it perfectly — just doing it with love✨ If you're human and hurting — this one's for you.✨ Find me on Instagram: @shazmeenbank✨ Find me on TIKTOK: @shazmeen_bankFor more content my website: www.shazmeebank.comSupport the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textAt first, all relationships are going to start off with a spark. Thats why we pursue each other. The hope that something ever lasting will be created. The truth is it can be created when we fight against the negative cycles that show up in the power struggle stage, as opposed to fighting each other. I really want to enlighten people on their attachment and the role it plays in the relationship to give you an "ahhhhaaa" moment. I am a firm believer that relationships can shift and change when we know the dynamics at hand and how to navigate them solely and as a couple. That is why this episode was so important, that you really get an insight into your partner, yourself and why you both may be at the stage you maybe at. In today’s conversation, I explored how your attachment style—whether anxious, dismissive avoidant, or fearful avoidant—shapes how you move through the 5 stages of a relationship.I wanted to get you to see a deep and compassionate look at:What each attachment style experiences in every stage of love—from the honeymoon phase to disconnectionWhy dismissive avoidants often seem distant, even when they careThe emotional rollercoaster anxious partners go through when needs aren’t metHow fearful avoidants carry both deep longing and fear—and how that plays out in loveAnd most importantly, how to start creating safety, communication, and real connection—no matter your attachment styleWe’re not here to label or blame—we’re here to understand and we can not blame an attachment style formed years ago subconciously. We can with mercy and compassion and courage shift the dynamics within ourselves and with courage in our relationships. Because once you can see what’s happening beneath the surface, you can begin to LOVE BETTER… (see what i did there) ☺️💛 Let’s Stay Connected:Instagram:@shazmeenbankTikTok: @shazmeen_bank Website: www.shazmeenbank.comPlease, please subscribe and support me with sharing the episodes as well as well as commenting so i get to know you better and i can create more relevant content. Support the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textIt felt so good in the beginning. it was warm, they were PERFECT, they read your mind (or did they😏), and you both saw a future together! Everything flowed so easily:- The chemistry. The effort. The closeness. (BTW - if you want to know about stage 5 - NEXT WEEKS EPISODE, ties attachment styles, and stage 5 down together).And then something happen,  things shifted, the relationship started to get harder, the effort seemed endless, the fights picked up, the lack of resolution was lingering and both of you deeply love each other but can understand why love is so hard and you don’t know if that means something’s wrong — or if this is just what love becomes over time. This is the power struggle stage. 😩The stage many survive (not thrive), many relationships end, some that should have and some because of a lack of knowledge, skill and confidence to shift the relationship around. But the love is there. In this episode, I walk you through the 5 stages every relationship goes through — from the first spark to the real emotional work — and how to recognize what stage you’re in right now. The sad truth is that most people leave at Stage 2. 😞Not because the love is gone — but because no one ever taught them how to stay through the hard parts. If you’ve ever thought, “What happened to us?” — this one’s for you, and my deep hope is that you both can win at your relationship, or you get educated enough to know the stages of your next relationship. Please share this with someone that you feel could use this episode. Please support my podcast by subscribing, it means so much to me.Please follow me on:Instagram: @shazmeenbankTiktok: @shazmeen_bankMy website: www.shazmeenbank.com Support the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textIn this episode, I’m speaking to the part of you that still loves them… but knows something’s changed.Maybe you’re dating someone who’s emotionally unavailable, and you keep hoping they’ll show up differently. Or maybe you’re in a long-term relationship or marriage that feels tired, flat, or disconnected — but the love hasn’t fully disappeared.I talk about why it’s easier to walk away when you're dating — and why it's so much harder when you’ve built a life, a history, or a future you don’t want to lose.I’ll also share what it means to be the one fighting for love, how to know if there’s something left to rebuild… and how to bring life back into a relationship that feels like it’s slipping away.This one’s for the person who’s not ready to give up — but needs a new way forward.follow the show on:https://www.shazmeenbank.com/podcastSubscribe to love better on Spotify & Apple as well as all my episodes posted on my Buzzsprout account: https://lovebetterwithshazmeenbank.buzzsprout.comFollow Shazmeen Bank on:Instagram:@shazmeenbankTikTok: @shazmeen_bankVisit her website: www.shazmeenbank.comSupport the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textWe talk a lot about toxic love—but what does an unhealthy relationship actually look like in real life?In this episode, I’m diving deep into the signs of unhealthy relationships that often go unnoticed, minimized, or even mistaken for “just relationship struggles.” We’ll explore how unhealthy dynamics show up emotionally, mentally, and physically… and why so many of us stay even when we know something doesn’t feel right.If you’ve ever felt confused, constantly anxious, like you’re walking on eggshells—or questioning whether your relationship is “bad enough” to leave—this is for you.We’ll also talk about:What healthy vs. unhealthy love really looks likeWhy you might be attracted to familiar patternsHow to leave the relationship safely And can this relationship workout?HOW DO YOU LOVE YOURSELF BETTERThis episode is honest, compassionate, and here to help you see clearly—because love shouldn’t leave you drained and confused about where you stand. Where do we draw the line when we love someone?✨ Follow me on TikTok for daily insights: @shazmeen_bank 🌐 Work with me or explore more at: www.shazmeenbank.comSupport the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textWhen we begin to understand the traits around our attachment styles, the coins really begin to drop and so much begins to make sense on how we love, almost that you will stop feeling like something is wrong with you or judging yourself for wanting more or feeling like you just do not understand why you cant be "normal" the way your partner wants you to be. Why is there this lingering feeling in your heart always feeling like something is just not quite right! you are not alone. When i began to heal my anxious attachment I felt like I was giving myself the hug I always needed!So if this is you then you might be experiencing anxious attachment—and you’re not alone. (Trust me).In this episode, we’re getting real about what anxious attachment actually looks like in relationships. Not the textbook version—the lived one. The one where you love deeply but fear being too much. Where you crave closeness but feel like you're constantly trying to “prove” you're worthy of staying.You’ll learn: 💬 What anxious attachment really sounds and feels like 💬 The traits that show up in everyday connection 💬 How these patterns often start in childhood 💬 Why it’s not your fault—and how awareness is the first step toward changeThis isn’t about judgment or labeling. It’s about compassionate understanding and helping you name what you’ve been feeling so you can start creating secure, safe, and grounded love.Creating safe and secure love only comes from accepting your attachment style and know that with compassion you can heal it. 🎧 Listen now and tag me on instagram @shazmeenbank with what hit home for you.🌐 Explore my website: www.shazmeenbank.com❤️ Send me an email: [email protected] and my team will reach out. 📲 Follow on TikTok  @shazmeen_bankSupport the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textI felt it was really important we set a foundation for the rest of the episodes to come. Once we know and understand our blue print, understanding how we navigate adult relationships will make so much sense. I want you to keep in mind we are not looking back in our childhoods to demonise our parents or beat ourselves up. This is a blue print on how you were loved and how you look for a very similar love. Its so important you walk away from this episode knowing you can change your attachment style. Now as we look into this episode this is what you will walk away with:💥 What each of the 4 attachment styles actually looks like in real life 💥 How your early experiences wired your nervous system to seek certain types of love 💥 Why some people constantly chase connection while others run from it 💥 What kind of upbringing leads to each style (this will hit home) 💥 Why your attachment style is fluid—not fixed—and how you can move toward secure loveWhether you’re in a relationship, healing from one, or trying to understand your patterns, this episode is a deep dive into the emotional blueprint behind how you love, trust, connect, and cope.You’ll walk away with: ✨ Clarity on your attachment style ✨ Compassion for why you show up the way you do ✨ And hope that you can absolutely change the way you love—starting now.🎧 Listen now and on instagram tag @shazmeenbank with your biggest takeaway. I’d love to hear how this lands for you. 📲 Follow on TikTok @shazmeen_bank for more on love, healing & attachment 🌐 Explore my website: www.shazmeenbank.comSupport the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textWhy you keep falling for the same person, new face and they keep hurting you?Why do we keep falling for the same toxic relationships? Why does love sometimes feel like pain? Why do we stay—even when we know we should leave?If you’ve ever found yourself drawn to emotionally unavailable partners, stuck in relationships that drain you, or trapped in a painful push-and-pull dynamic, this episode is for you.In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the psychology of trauma bonds, toxic attachment cycles, and why so many people with anxious attachment find themselves repeating the same painful love stories.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:💔 What a trauma bond REALLY is (and why it’s not love, even if it feels like it) 💔 How your nervous system gets addicted to emotional highs & lows 💔 The hidden childhood patterns that shape your adult relationships 💔 Why anxious attachment makes you chase people who pull away 💔 How to recognize if you’re in a trauma bond (key signs to watch for!) 💔 Why leaving a toxic relationship feels impossible (and how to finally break free) 💔 How to rewire your brain and body for secure, healthy love instead of chaosWhy This Matters:Many of us don’t even realize we’re repeating the same love story over and over again—because the patterns are deeply wired into our subconscious. We confuse trauma for chemistry. We mistake anxiety for passion. And without even realizing it, we keep attracting partners who mirror our deepest wounds.But here’s the truth: Healing is possible. Love doesn’t have to hurt.In this episode, we’re breaking it all down so you can finally understand your patterns, take back your power, and learn how to attract the kind of love that feels safe, secure, and fulfilling.If you’ve ever asked yourself: 🧩 “Why do I keep attracting emotionally unavailable partners?” 🧩 “Why do I feel addicted to someone who treats me badly?” 🧩 “Why do I stay even when I know I deserve better?” 🧩 “How do I break this toxic cycle for good?”Then this episode is your sign to dive deep and start healing.✨ Ready to Break Free? Listen Now!💬 Let’s keep the conversation going! DM me on Instagram (@shazmeenbank) and tell me your biggest takeaway from today’s episode. I’d love to hear your thoughts! 💖📲 Follow me on TikTok for more insights & relationship advice: @shazmeen_bank🌍 Visit my website: www.shazmeenbank.com I will open up one on one and couple sessions soon. Support the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textWhy do we feel ashamed for staying in a toxic relationship—even when we know it’s hurting us? The truth is, leaving isn’t as easy as people think, and the shame of staying often keeps us even more stuck. But here’s what no one tells you: you don’t have to feel ashamed.In this episode, we’re unpacking: 💔 Why we stay—the emotional, psychological, and even biological reasons that make leaving feel impossible 🧠 The hidden shame—how self-blame, societal judgment, and past wounds fuel our guilt 🚪 Why leaving is so hard—and why that doesn’t mean you’re weak or broken 🌱 Releasing the shame—how to shift from self-blame to self-compassion so you can move forwardIf you’ve ever thought “I know this is toxic… so why can’t I just leave?”—this episode is for you. You are not alone, and you are not weak. Shame only keeps us stuck, but understanding why we feel it is the first step to breaking free.🎧 Tune in now. Let’s break the cycle together and learn to love ourselves Better.4oSupport the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textWhy do we crave love, yet end up in relationships that feel like an emotional tug-of-war? The anxious-avoidant trap is one of the most common yet painful relationship cycles—one person seeks closeness, while the other pulls away. If you've ever felt like you're chasing someone who won’t commit or avoiding someone who wants more from you, this episode is for you.In this episode, I open up about: 💔 The anxious-avoidant dynamic and why it creates push-pull relationships 💭 Why anxious and avoidant partners are drawn to each other (but struggle to stay happy) 🚪 How avoidants retreat and why anxious partners feel abandoned ✨ The cycle that keeps this dynamic going—and how to break freeIf you’ve ever wondered can we get out of this negative cycle and what is this pattern all about —this episode will give you the answers.🎧 Tune in now and let’s break the cycle together.Support the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.

Send a textThis episode took a lot of vulnerability yet almost two years into healing to be able to share. I share because so many of you are silently hoping for a bette relationship and many of you write to me and ask me how do i just "love better". This episode covers, pain, shame, guilt, confusion, wonder, loss and self discovery. We look into the dynamics of anxious and avoidant relationships and it takes a lot to be brave and truly discuss these topics in order to free ourselves to heal. How do we love better, how do we love another when we can not be honest with ourselves on where we really are and who we are and what we deeply desire? I hope this episode allows you the freedom to go within and be brave about your own relationships and the most important one, that with yourself. Support the showPlease subscribe and help me reach more people that need guidance in their relationships.