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How Do I Get Over Someone? The Science of Heartbreak with Colette J. Fehr

March 18, 2026·1h 1m
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Relationship expert Colette J. Fehr joins Kristie and Felicia to unpack the messy, neurological reality of moving on. They explore why breakups feel less like a simple goodbye and more like overcoming an addiction, creating a need for a strategic "reset" of the brain. Colette advocates for “no-contact” as a vital tool for nervous system regulation and reclaiming your sense of self.Some takeaways: Why missing an ex mirrors an addiction cycle and how to break it.How creating distance allows your nervous system to detach from an ex.How to move from waiting for closure to finding an internal resolution.The dangers of "rebounds" and why reclaiming self-worth should be a priority.For sponsorships, please reach out to wytt@besttherapists.com Join our Substack community Follow WYTT on Instagram Follow Felicia on Instagram Connect with Colette Follow Colette on Instagram and TikTokListen to Colette’s podcasts, Insights from the Couch, Real Talk for Women at Midlife and Love Thy Neighbor.Read Colette’s Book: The Cost of Quiet: How to Have the Hard Conversations That Create Secure Lasting Love.Listen to Colette’s TED Talk: Secrets of a Couple's Therapist*Hosts: Kristie Plantinga and Felicia Keller Boyle*Watch full episodes on YouTube: What Your Therapist Thinks*Brought to you by BestTherapists.com*Produced by PodVision.If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review, or share it with a friend who might need it!This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you’re struggling, please reach out to a licensed therapist or call your local crisis line for support.

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