Modern Wisdom

#1069 - Dr Max Butterfield - How Love Turns You Insane

March 9, 2026·1h 39m·6-min readsoloself improvement
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The core takeaway from this episode is that emotional regulation, self-compassion, and direct communication are foundational to healthy relationships, and trying harder after a breakup often backfires—trying better through self-improvement and patience is what truly works.


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Dr. Max Butterfield

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Dr. Max ButterfieldChris WillxDavid BussSarah HillKristen NeffSterle Holm Leigrade

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Being Wellby Rick Hansen and Forrest Hansen

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Mental HealthSelf Improvement

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