#187: Is It Better to Heal While Single or in a Relationship?
About this episode
Whether you’re single or partnered, you might find yourself wondering: Am I in the right place to do this work? There’s often an unspoken belief that there’s a “best” time to heal — and that if we’re not doing it in the ideal conditions, we’re doing it wrong.
In this episode, I’ll explore:
- The advantages and limitations of healing while single
- Why being in a relationship can accelerate your growth (but only under the right conditions)
- How emotional safety plays a key role in healing
- Why the question itself might be coming from a place of fear, shame, or comparison
- How to work with whatever season you're in and meet yourself there
Whether you're currently dating, in a relationship, or consciously taking space from romantic connection — this conversation will help you better understand the unique opportunities (and challenges) each path offers.
Highlighted Links
- Free Break-Up Training: The 3 Shifts That Help Anxiously Attached People Heal After a Break-up
- Free Training: How to Heal Anxious Attachment and (Finally) Feel Secure in Life & Love
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