Falling in love, breaking up, the thrilling but often tricky dance of attraction – it's all part of relationships. But what happens when the intense chemistry leads us astray, into repeated pain and harmful patterns, ending in a tough breakup full of heartache? And once we're there, how do we pick ourselves up, heal, and face the challenging world of dating again?

Today on the podcast, Dr. Scott sits down with Amy Chan, an expert in healing from heartbreak and a leader in combining scientific and spiritual approaches for healthy dating. Amy, the founder of Renew Breakup Bootcamp and author of "Breakup Bootcamp - The Science of Rewiring Your Heart," dives into the messy yet enlightening world of relationships and breakups.

Together, Dr. Scott and Amy unpack the complexities of romantic connections, discussing why we're drawn to certain people, the realness of vulnerability, and how to turn the end of a relationship into a new beginning. They explore how early life patterns affect our love lives and share tips for bouncing back stronger after a breakup.

Tune in for an engaging talk with Amy Chan, where you'll find insights on navigating through heartbreak, embracing the dating scene again, and rewiring your heart for healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

Topics We Break Down:

The value of a kind breakup.
Key tenants of good communication.
The complexity of chemistry and attraction.
Attachment theory and repatterning your attachment stance.
How we heal within relationships.
The dangers of putting people on a pedestal.
Strategies for better dating.
The power of authentic vulnerability.

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