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Therapist Insights: Falling Out of Love, Codependency, and Rekindling Connection

"Rekindling love is a journey of healing."

In this Therapist Insights episode of The Yearning Heart Podcast, Jennifer Lehr, LMFT, unpacks the deeper emotional themes from Episode 12, where Samantha shared her story of reconnection after separation.

Jennifer explores the emotional and psychological dynamics of falling out of love, the role of postpartum depression in creating disconnection, and how couples can rekindle intimacy by learning to communicate, express needs, and take responsibility for their relational patterns.

This episode also dives into attachment styles, codependency, and the importance of character in sustaining long-term love.

💗 If you’ve ever felt lost in your relationship, struggled with emotional disconnect, or wondered how to rebuild after crisis — this episode offers both clarity and compassionate tools.

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You Can Overcome Anxious Attachment - Even if You’re With an Avoidant

“You have to listen to your body”

Jennifer goes deeper into the issues that Kristina brought up in Episode 10. Good for any attachment style. Learn how to overcome anxious attachment for more fulfilling and successful love experiences. Improve your emotional health and create happier relationships. This podcast episode delves into the complexities of anxious attachment styles in relationships, emphasizing the importance of self-regulation, communication, and understanding personal triggers. The discussion highlights the need for compassion and accountability between partners, the significance of differentiation in relationships, and the impact of negative self-talk. Listeners are encouraged to listen to their intuition and recognize red flags in their relationships, ultimately aiming for healthier, more secure connections.

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The Journey of Self-Discovery in Love: Boundaries, Healing & Self-Worth

“People pleasing happens when we've grown up in an environment where we have to stay tuned in to what the other person is feeling, thinking, doing. Because in order to stay safe, we have to sort of modulate ourselves to what they need.”

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Healing Attachment Wounds: Trust, Emotional Safety & Honest Communication

“This particular episode (1) brought up a lot of issues that are great to explore more deeply. The first one is this idea of attachment wounds.”

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