Dear Therapists with Lori Gottlieb and Guy Winch Encore: S04 Ep 06 - Andrew’s Shared Ex-Boyfriend
Mar 19, 2024
This session dives into the complexities of relationships intertwined with shared pasts. A guest discusses his anxiety about a new romance built on a mutual ex. The hosts offer guidance on navigating trust and emotional boundaries while emphasizing communication. They tackle how past experiences influence current dynamics and encourage reclaiming joy through personal growth. Lists of strengths are suggested to boost self-worth, highlighting the journey toward healthier connections and embracing new beginnings in love.
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Trust Issues in Past Relationship
- Andrew shared how his previous relationship suffered from serious trust issues and communication breakdowns.
- He made grand gestures like skydiving to prove his commitment despite feeling he had to constantly prove himself.
Projecting Old Fears Into New
- Andrew projects fears of abandonment from his old relationship onto his current one.
- His anxiety makes him question the legitimacy of his current partner's commitment despite evidence otherwise.
Anxiety as a False Protector
- Anxiety can become a shield that ironically prevents moving forward in healthy relationships.
- Over-vigilance may cause you to dismiss genuine happiness and create imagined problems.
