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You’re Not Healing, You’re Running Away - #517
· 12 min · Episode 966 · Explicit
Episode You’re Not Healing, You’re Running Away - #517
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In this solo episode, I explore the nuanced balance between setting boundaries and engaging in difficult conversations in relationships, questioning the cultural trend of quick exits and emphasizing the importance of relational work.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction: The rise of no contact and boundaries
04:02 The mainstreaming of therapy language in relationships
05:00 Protection vs avoidance: a key distinction
06:46 The gray area: difficult but non-abusive relationships
07:46 Growth requires uncomfortable relational work
09:12 The danger of labeling difficult relationships as toxic
10:11 Practical advice: communicate needs before leaving
11:10 Conclusion: balance, nuance, and hard conversations
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(Filmed on August 11th, 2026)
Edited by Ben Rogerson (@BenRogerson_)
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