Is chronic stress and overthinking draining your life? 🧠

Clinical psychologist Dr. Elisha Goldstein joins Andrea Miller to reveal why "trying harder" to be happy actually fuels a deficiency gap that leads to shame and burnout. In this podcast, you’ll learn the 4R Method—a simple, science-backed formula to interrupt emotional loops and build a brain that trusts itself.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
🚀 The 4R Method: Recognize, Release, Refocus, Reinforce
🛑 The "Release" Secret
📉 Aging & Stress: Chronic overwhelm sets your body into early aging
🤝 Relationship Repair: The 5th "R" for breaking conflict loops

Chapters:
00:00 – Are you trapped in a self-critical loop?
01:03 – Introducing Dr. Elisha Goldstein & Tiny Shifts
02:40 – The "Compound Interest" of emotional health
06:38 – Dr. Goldstein’s personal story: Healing the unworthiness wound
10:46 – Why modern culture feeds our "Urgency Bias"
12:45 – The "Airplane Blowout" Story: Naming the emotion
16:37 – Step 1 & 2: Recognize and Release (The Physics of Stress)
19:11 – Step 3: Refocusing with "Better Questions"
21:31 – Step 4: Reinforce (The Neuro-Snapshot hack)
26:49 – The "Spinning Gear" vs. The "Steady Gear" in the brain
34:17 – Is your scrolling an addiction or an anxiety issue?
41:31 – A simple 60-second hack for immediate relief
58:36 – How to repair a relationship after a "Rupture"
1:03:51 – The "Comfort Crisis" and finding growth in discomfort

RESOURCES MENTIONED:
📖 Book: Tiny Shifts by Dr. Elisha Goldstein: https://a.co/d/0gWOFVaf 
🎧 The Emotional Longevity Podcast: https://elishagoldstein.com/podcast/ 
➡️ Follow Elisha: https://www.instagram.com/drelishagoldstein/

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#emotionalhealth  #anxietyrelief  #mindfulness  #neuroplasticity  #selfcare

Is chronic stress and overthinking draining your life? 🧠
Clinical psychologist Dr. Elisha Goldstein joins Andrea Miller to reveal why "trying harder" to be happy actually fuels a deficiency gap that leads to shame and burnout. In this podcast, you&rsquo;ll learn the 4R Method&mdash;a simple, science-backed formula to interrupt emotional loops and build a brain that trusts itself.
In this episode, you&rsquo;ll learn: 🚀 The 4R Method: Recognize, Release, Refocus, Reinforce 🛑 The "Release" Secret 📉 Aging &amp; Stress: Chronic overwhelm sets your body into early aging 🤝 Relationship Repair: The 5th "R" for breaking conflict loops
Chapters: 00:00 &ndash; Are you trapped in a self-critical loop? 01:03 &ndash; Introducing Dr. Elisha Goldstein &amp; Tiny Shifts 02:40 &ndash; The "Compound Interest" of emotional health 06:38 &ndash; Dr. Goldstein&rsquo;s personal story: Healing the unworthiness wound 10:46 &ndash; Why modern culture feeds our "Urgency Bias" 12:45 &ndash; The "Airplane Blowout" Story: Naming the emotion 16:37 &ndash; Step 1 &amp; 2: Recognize and Release (The Physics of Stress) 19:11 &ndash; Step 3: Refocusing with "Better Questions" 21:31 &ndash; Step 4: Reinforce (The Neuro-Snapshot hack) 26:49 &ndash; The "Spinning Gear" vs. The "Steady Gear" in the brain 34:17 &ndash; Is your scrolling an addiction or an anxiety issue? 41:31 &ndash; A simple 60-second hack for immediate relief 58:36 &ndash; How to repair a relationship after a "Rupture" 1:03:51 &ndash; The "Comfort Crisis" and finding growth in discomfort
RESOURCES MENTIONED: 📖 Book: Tiny Shifts by Dr. Elisha Goldstein: https://a.co/d/0gWOFVaf&nbsp; 🎧 The Emotional Longevity Podcast: https://elishagoldstein.com/podcast/&nbsp; ➡️ Follow Elisha: https://www.instagram.com/drelishagoldstein/
FOLLOW US: ✨ Getting Open: https://www.instagram.com/gettingopen ✨ Andrea Miller: https://www.instagram.com/andreamilleryourtango ✨ YourTango: https://www.instagram.com/yourtango
🤍 Visit YourTango: https://www.YourTango.com
Catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET: https://www.youtube.com/@GettingOpenPodcast
📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com
#emotionalhealth &nbsp;#anxietyrelief &nbsp;#mindfulness &nbsp;#neuroplasticity &nbsp;#selfcare

Getting Open with Andrea Miller is a new video podcast from YourTango and iHeartRadio. Its mission is to help us all transform in our lives through truly opening up emotionally in our relationships. Each highly entertaining episode offers an opportunity to increase self-awareness and make critical changes in how we relate to each other that allow us to truly connect and thrive as a result. 

In an era plagued by extreme divisiveness and political polarization, a mental health crisis, and a loneliness epidemic, Getting Open with Andrea Miller offers a refreshing, helpful tonic to its audience. 

Early guests feature luminaries like Marianne Williamson, Dr. Helen Fisher, Dr. Sue Johnson, Dr. Guy Winch, Dr. Stan Tatkin, and other incredible thought leaders. 

Andrea, joined by renowned guests and a set of lively co-hosts, dives into the deep waters of relationships, self-awareness, and personal growth. In their illuminating, energetic conversations, they fearlessly tackle hard truths, ask the tough questions, and explore ways to learn and grow, all in the name of opening up and transforming together!

The show endeavors to improve relationships of all kinds - with loved ones, colleagues, friends, and, crucially, with ourselves. Expect laughter, insights, and actionable takeaways in every episode.

Future shows will feature an array of artists, authors, researchers, leaders, and change-makers who share our ethos for opening up and understand the critical importance of rebuilding America's emotional core.

Getting Open with Andrea Miller is a new video podcast from YourTango and iHeartRadio. Its mission is to help us all transform in our lives through truly opening up emotionally in our relationships. Each highly entertaining episode offers an opportunity to increase self-awareness and make critical changes in how we relate to each other that allow us to truly connect and thrive as a result. 
In an era plagued by extreme divisiveness and political polarization, a mental health crisis, and a loneliness epidemic, Getting Open with Andrea Miller offers a refreshing, helpful tonic to its audience. 
Early guests feature luminaries like Marianne Williamson, Dr. Helen Fisher, Dr. Sue Johnson, Dr. Guy Winch, Dr. Stan Tatkin, and other incredible thought leaders. 
Andrea, joined by renowned guests and a set of lively co-hosts, dives into the deep waters of relationships, self-awareness, and personal growth. In their illuminating, energetic conversations, they fearlessly tackle hard truths, ask the tough questions, and explore ways to learn and grow, all in the name of opening up and transforming together!
The show endeavors to improve relationships of all kinds - with loved ones, colleagues, friends, and, crucially, with ourselves. Expect laughter, insights, and actionable takeaways in every episode.
Future shows will feature an array of artists, authors, researchers, leaders, and change-makers who share our ethos for opening up and understand the critical importance of rebuilding America's emotional core.

Teaching us how to be more OPEN and honest in our relationships, and how we communicate with one another

Getting Open with Andrea Miller

Getting Open with Andrea Miller is a new video podcast from YourTango and iHeartRadio. Its mission is to help us all transform in our lives through truly opening up emotionally in our relationships. Each highly entertaining episode offers an opportunity to increase self-awareness and make critical changes in how we relate to each other that allow us to truly connect and thrive as a result. 

In an era plagued by extreme divisiveness and political polarization, a mental health crisis, and a loneliness epidemic, Getting Open with Andrea Miller offers a refreshing, helpful tonic to its audience. 

Early guests feature luminaries like Marianne Williamson, Dr. Helen Fisher, Dr. Sue Johnson, Dr. Guy Winch, Dr. Stan Tatkin, and other incredible thought leaders. 

Andrea, joined by renowned guests and a set of lively co-hosts, dives into the deep waters of relationships, self-awareness, and personal growth. In their illuminating, energetic conversations, they fearlessly tackle hard truths, ask the tough questions, and explore ways to learn and grow, all in the name of opening up and transforming together!

The show endeavors to improve relationships of all kinds - with loved ones, colleagues, friends, and, crucially, with ourselves. Expect laughter, insights, and actionable takeaways in every episode.

Future shows will feature an array of artists, authors, researchers, leaders, and change-makers who share our ethos for opening up and understand the critical importance of rebuilding America's emotional core.

Getting Open with Andrea Miller is a new video podcast from YourTango and iHeartRadio. Its mission is to help us all transform in our lives through truly opening up emotionally in our relationships. Each highly entertaining episode offers an opportunity to increase self-awareness and make critical changes in how we relate to each other that allow us to truly connect and thrive as a result. 
In an era plagued by extreme divisiveness and political polarization, a mental health crisis, and a loneliness epidemic, Getting Open with Andrea Miller offers a refreshing, helpful tonic to its audience. 
Early guests feature luminaries like Marianne Williamson, Dr. Helen Fisher, Dr. Sue Johnson, Dr. Guy Winch, Dr. Stan Tatkin, and other incredible thought leaders. 
Andrea, joined by renowned guests and a set of lively co-hosts, dives into the deep waters of relationships, self-awareness, and personal growth. In their illuminating, energetic conversations, they fearlessly tackle hard truths, ask the tough questions, and explore ways to learn and grow, all in the name of opening up and transforming together!
The show endeavors to improve relationships of all kinds - with loved ones, colleagues, friends, and, crucially, with ourselves. Expect laughter, insights, and actionable takeaways in every episode.
Future shows will feature an array of artists, authors, researchers, leaders, and change-makers who share our ethos for opening up and understand the critical importance of rebuilding America's emotional core.

The Proven 4-Step Method To Become Instantly Calm

Stop settling for less than your dream relationship! In this episode of Getting Open, host Andrea Miller sits down with world-renowned relationship expert Mat Boggs. Mat explains the vital role of polarity and how understanding the interplay between masculine and feminine energies can transform your love life. Whether you are single, dating, or married, Mat provides practical tools to help you communicate more effectively, move from criticism to connection, and create a partnership where both people feel safe, seen, and supported.

📖 Order Mat’s new book, Cracking the Man Code, here: https://a.co/d/0ezrBDto

Chapters:
00:00 – Is your relationship a dream or a struggle?
00:49 – Meet Mat Boggs, dating & relationship coach
01:55 – Celebrating the launch of Cracking the Man Code
04:33 – Polarity: Why Masculine & Feminine energy matters
06:43 – Head vs. Heart: Where do you live in your body?
09:36 – Different communication styles
13:32 – Practical ways to amplify your Feminine energy
17:53 – How women can invite men into their Masculine
21:14 – Phrases men love to hear: "Brilliant" & "Good decision"
24:37 – Avoiding Criticism & Micromanaging
26:41 – The Iceberg of Defensiveness: Fear vs. Anger
29:27 – The Power of "Tell Me More"
33:37 – Leading vs. Supporting: Agreement on roles
39:38 – Conflict as a doorway to greater intimacy
43:34 – Being a "Soft Place to Fall"
49:20 – The "UPP": Ultimate Praise Phrase
50:46 – Speed Round: Emotional shutdown & interest signs
56:11 – Safety and Sovereignty: The sign of a healthy partner
1:10:20 – Final thoughts on lasting love 

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Catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET: https://www.youtube.com/@GettingOpenPodcast

📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com

#manifestation #spiritualgrowth #abundancemindset 

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Stop settling for less than your dream relationship! In this episode of Getting Open, host Andrea Miller sits down with world-renowned relationship expert Mat Boggs. Mat explains the vital role of polarity and how understanding the interplay between masculine and feminine energies can transform your love life. Whether you are single, dating, or married, Mat provides practical tools to help you communicate more effectively, move from criticism to connection, and create a partnership where both people feel safe, seen, and supported.
📖 Order Mat&rsquo;s new book, Cracking the Man Code, here: https://a.co/d/0ezrBDto
Chapters: 00:00 &ndash; Is your relationship a dream or a struggle? 00:49 &ndash; Meet Mat Boggs, dating &amp; relationship coach 01:55 &ndash; Celebrating the launch of Cracking the Man Code 04:33 &ndash; Polarity: Why Masculine &amp; Feminine energy matters 06:43 &ndash; Head vs. Heart: Where do you live in your body? 09:36 &ndash; Different communication styles 13:32 &ndash; Practical ways to amplify your Feminine energy 17:53 &ndash; How women can invite men into their Masculine 21:14 &ndash; Phrases men love to hear: "Brilliant" &amp; "Good decision" 24:37 &ndash; Avoiding Criticism &amp; Micromanaging 26:41 &ndash; The Iceberg of Defensiveness: Fear vs. Anger 29:27 &ndash; The Power of "Tell Me More" 33:37 &ndash; Leading vs. Supporting: Agreement on roles 39:38 &ndash; Conflict as a doorway to greater intimacy 43:34 &ndash; Being a "Soft Place to Fall" 49:20 &ndash; The "UPP": Ultimate Praise Phrase 50:46 &ndash; Speed Round: Emotional shutdown &amp; interest signs 56:11 &ndash; Safety and Sovereignty: The sign of a healthy partner 1:10:20 &ndash; Final thoughts on lasting love&nbsp;
Follow us on INSTAGRAM : ✨ Getting Open: https://www.instagram.com/gettingopen&nbsp; ✨ Andrea Miller: https://www.instagram.com/andreamilleryourtango&nbsp; ✨ YourTango: https://www.instagram.com/yourtango
Catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET: https://www.youtube.com/@GettingOpenPodcast
📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com
#manifestation #spiritualgrowth #abundancemindset&nbsp;
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Relationship Expert Explains EXACTLY What to Say to Your Partner

In this episode of Getting Open, host Andrea Miller welcomes world-renowned neuroscientist Dr. Majid Fotuhi to discuss how you can age-proof your brain and stay sharp for life. Dr. Fotuhi reveals that cognitive decline is not an inevitable part of aging; in fact, through his clinically proven 12-week program, it is possible to grow the parts of your brain responsible for memory and learning. They explore the "five pillars of brain health"—including the surprising connection between better intimacy and a younger brain—and provide actionable steps to reverse brain shrinkage, reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s, and improve overall vitality.

Order Dr. Fotuhi’s new book, The Invisible Brain, here: https://www.amazon.com/Invincible-Brain-Clinically-Proven-Age-Proof/dp/0063435713/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0

Chapters:
00:00 – Is Your Lifestyle Shrinking Your Brain? 
01:41 – Meet Dr. Majid Fotuhi: 30 Years of Neuroscience 
02:20 – How Intimacy Impacts Brain Health 
03:35 – The 12-Week Program: Growing Your Hippocampus 
05:45 – The 5 Pillars of a Strong Brain 
06:13 – Pillar 1: Exercise as the "Fountain of Youth" for Neurons 
10:50 – How to Reduce the Footprint of Alzheimer’s Disease 
14:37 – "Huffing and Puffing": The Target Intensity for Brain Growth 
16:45 – The Heart-Brain-Skin Connection 
19:47 – Pillar 2: Sleep & the Brain’s "Rinsing" System 
24:21 – Moving Past "Fatalism" in Aging 
27:46 – Why 80% of Strokes are Preventable 
31:15 – Carol’s Story: Reversing "Alzheimer’s" in 12 Weeks 
42:08 – Grip Strength: A Business Card for Your Longevity 
57:41 – Pillar 3: The Mediterranean Diet & Inflammation 
1:14:47 – Pillar 4: Mindset & the Toxicity of Cortisol 
1:22:19 – Andrea’s "To-Be" Morning Routine 
1:24:19 – Slow Breathing: A Randomized Study on Removing Amyloid 1:32:04 – Pillar 5: Brain Training & Learning New Hobbies 
1:40:47 – Speed Round: Blueberries, B12, & the Intelligence of Happiness 1:48:31 – Conclusion: Making Your Brain Health a Priority 

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Catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET: https://www.youtube.com/@GettingOpenPodcast

📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com

#alzheimersprevention  #brainhealth  #memoryhealth  #reverseaging  

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In this episode of Getting Open, host Andrea Miller welcomes world-renowned neuroscientist Dr. Majid Fotuhi to discuss how you can age-proof your brain and stay sharp for life. Dr. Fotuhi reveals that cognitive decline is not an inevitable part of aging; in fact, through his clinically proven 12-week program, it is possible to grow the parts of your brain responsible for memory and learning. They explore the "five pillars of brain health"&mdash;including the surprising connection between better intimacy and a younger brain&mdash;and provide actionable steps to reverse brain shrinkage, reduce the risk of Alzheimer&rsquo;s, and improve overall vitality.
Order Dr. Fotuhi&rsquo;s new book, The Invisible Brain, here: https://www.amazon.com/Invincible-Brain-Clinically-Proven-Age-Proof/dp/0063435713/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0
Chapters: 00:00 &ndash; Is Your Lifestyle Shrinking Your Brain?&nbsp; 01:41 &ndash; Meet Dr. Majid Fotuhi: 30 Years of Neuroscience&nbsp; 02:20 &ndash; How Intimacy Impacts Brain Health&nbsp; 03:35 &ndash; The 12-Week Program: Growing Your Hippocampus&nbsp; 05:45 &ndash; The 5 Pillars of a Strong Brain&nbsp; 06:13 &ndash; Pillar 1: Exercise as the "Fountain of Youth" for Neurons&nbsp; 10:50 &ndash; How to Reduce the Footprint of Alzheimer&rsquo;s Disease&nbsp; 14:37 &ndash; "Huffing and Puffing": The Target Intensity for Brain Growth&nbsp; 16:45 &ndash; The Heart-Brain-Skin Connection&nbsp; 19:47 &ndash; Pillar 2: Sleep &amp; the Brain&rsquo;s "Rinsing" System&nbsp; 24:21 &ndash; Moving Past "Fatalism" in Aging&nbsp; 27:46 &ndash; Why 80% of Strokes are Preventable&nbsp; 31:15 &ndash; Carol&rsquo;s Story: Reversing "Alzheimer&rsquo;s" in 12 Weeks&nbsp; 42:08 &ndash; Grip Strength: A Business Card for Your Longevity&nbsp; 57:41 &ndash; Pillar 3: The Mediterranean Diet &amp; Inflammation&nbsp; 1:14:47 &ndash; Pillar 4: Mindset &amp; the Toxicity of Cortisol&nbsp; 1:22:19 &ndash; Andrea&rsquo;s "To-Be" Morning Routine&nbsp; 1:24:19 &ndash; Slow Breathing: A Randomized Study on Removing Amyloid 1:32:04 &ndash; Pillar 5: Brain Training &amp; Learning New Hobbies&nbsp; 1:40:47 &ndash; Speed Round: Blueberries, B12, &amp; the Intelligence of Happiness 1:48:31 &ndash; Conclusion: Making Your Brain Health a Priority&nbsp;
Follow us on INSTAGRAM : ✨ Getting Open: https://www.instagram.com/gettingopen&nbsp; ✨ Andrea Miller: https://www.instagram.com/andreamilleryourtango&nbsp; ✨ YourTango: https://www.instagram.com/yourtango
Catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET: https://www.youtube.com/@GettingOpenPodcast
📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com
#alzheimersprevention &nbsp;#brainhealth &nbsp;#memoryhealth &nbsp;#reverseaging &nbsp;
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How to Actually Prevent Your Brain From Aging (From a Neurologist!)

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller chats with social media superstar Misha Brown about his journey from debilitating alcoholism and low self-worth to becoming a viral sensation with over 6 million followers. Misha shares the raw, hilarious, and inspiring lessons from his debut book, Be Your Own Bestie, offering a "no-nonsense guide" to reclaiming your agency and changing the way you treat yourself. From breaking up with toxic best friends to his signature S.A.S.S. method, Misha provides actionable steps to help you stop over-functioning for others and start being the main character in your own life.

Follow Misha Brown:
https://www.youtube.com/@UCvUvIvdpVnAr0PtT94Nabbg  
https://www.instagram.com/yourbestiemisha/
https://www.tiktok.com/@yourbestiemisha
Order his book, Be Your Own Bestie: https://www.amazon.com/Be-Your-Own-Bestie-Nonsense/dp/0593714088

Chapters:
00:00 – Overcoming Alcoholism and Self-Confidence Issues 
01:41 – Meet Misha Brown: From Performance Powerhouse to TikTok Star
04:23 – Why You Need to Be Your Own Bestie
07:50 – Facing the Root Cause: Misha’s Sobriety Journey 
12:12 – The Painful Gift: Breaking Up with a Toxic Best Friend 
17:30 – Accountability is Key: "Self-Reflection is a Bitch" 
20:42 – The S.A.S.S. Method Explained 
23:48 – The "Why" Exercise: Getting Down to the Truth 
28:42 – Breaking Patterns of Terrible Relationships 
34:31 – Viral Redemption: When High School Bullies Apologize 
39:00 – Why Being the "Bigger Person" is Bad Advice 
44:42 – The Rowboat Analogy: Stop Over-functioning in Relationships 
49:47 – The Authenticity Trap: Curation vs. Reality 
53:38 – How to Start Showing Up for Yourself Every Single Day 
1:00:16 – Handling Social Media Hate and "Fanfiction" 
1:05:26 – Speed Round: Pettiest Boundaries and Roasting My Former Self 
1:11:15 – You’re Not Sensitive, You’re Surrounded by Disrespect 
1:17:24 – Final Encouragement: Giving Yourself Permission Not to Give Up 

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Catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET: https://www.youtube.com/@GettingOpenPodcast

📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com

#selflove #sobrietyjourney #breakthecycle #addictionrecovery 

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In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller chats with social media superstar Misha Brown about his journey from debilitating alcoholism and low self-worth to becoming a viral sensation with over 6 million followers. Misha shares the raw, hilarious, and inspiring lessons from his debut book, Be Your Own Bestie, offering a "no-nonsense guide" to reclaiming your agency and changing the way you treat yourself. From breaking up with toxic best friends to his signature S.A.S.S. method, Misha provides actionable steps to help you stop over-functioning for others and start being the main character in your own life.
Follow Misha Brown: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvUvIvdpVnAr0PtT94Nabbg &nbsp; https://www.instagram.com/yourbestiemisha/ https://www.tiktok.com/@yourbestiemisha Order his book, Be Your Own Bestie: https://www.amazon.com/Be-Your-Own-Bestie-Nonsense/dp/0593714088
Chapters: 00:00 &ndash; Overcoming Alcoholism and Self-Confidence Issues&nbsp; 01:41 &ndash; Meet Misha Brown: From Performance Powerhouse to TikTok Star 04:23 &ndash; Why You Need to Be Your Own Bestie 07:50 &ndash; Facing the Root Cause: Misha&rsquo;s Sobriety Journey&nbsp; 12:12 &ndash; The Painful Gift: Breaking Up with a Toxic Best Friend&nbsp; 17:30 &ndash; Accountability is Key: "Self-Reflection is a Bitch"&nbsp; 20:42 &ndash; The S.A.S.S. Method Explained&nbsp; 23:48 &ndash; The "Why" Exercise: Getting Down to the Truth&nbsp; 28:42 &ndash; Breaking Patterns of Terrible Relationships&nbsp; 34:31 &ndash; Viral Redemption: When High School Bullies Apologize&nbsp; 39:00 &ndash; Why Being the "Bigger Person" is Bad Advice&nbsp; 44:42 &ndash; The Rowboat Analogy: Stop Over-functioning in Relationships&nbsp; 49:47 &ndash; The Authenticity Trap: Curation vs. Reality&nbsp; 53:38 &ndash; How to Start Showing Up for Yourself Every Single Day&nbsp; 1:00:16 &ndash; Handling Social Media Hate and "Fanfiction"&nbsp; 1:05:26 &ndash; Speed Round: Pettiest Boundaries and Roasting My Former Self&nbsp; 1:11:15 &ndash; You&rsquo;re Not Sensitive, You&rsquo;re Surrounded by Disrespect&nbsp; 1:17:24 &ndash; Final Encouragement: Giving Yourself Permission Not to Give Up&nbsp;
Follow us on INSTAGRAM : ✨ Getting Open: https://www.instagram.com/gettingopen&nbsp; ✨ Andrea Miller: https://www.instagram.com/andreamilleryourtango&nbsp; ✨ YourTango: https://www.instagram.com/yourtango
Catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET: https://www.youtube.com/@GettingOpenPodcast
📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com
#selflove #sobrietyjourney #breakthecycle #addictionrecovery&nbsp;
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