On this episode: Nate and Aaron end 2024 with hope. Aaron feels it in his chest. Nate revisits old recovery. Nate predicts the best national retreat ever, and Aaron may hula.

Our Guest: Dr. Tom Bellamy is from the UK and an expert on the topic of limerence. He explains that limerence has properties similar to drugs and expires fairly quickly. He discusses the history and how to recognize the limerence type of love. Dr. Tom also gives help on how to end it, and even how to prevent it in the future.

Links:
Book: Smitten: Romantic Obsession the Neuroscience of Limerence, and how to Make Love Last
Book: Living with Limerence: A Guide for the Smitten
Living With Limerence
Sponsor:
Life Works Counseling

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