In this episode, we delve deep into the complex world of cognitive distortions and the challenge of separating fact from fiction in our emotional lives. Discover the transformative power of a 2-minute exercise to rewire your brain, and understand why concepts like "closure" might be myths that keep us tethered to dead-end relationships. Finally, get acquainted with the region-beta paradox, a dangerous relationship quandary where it feels too bad to stay, yet not quite bad enough to leave.• Don’t feed the emotional monster• Gratitude practice and how it changes the brain  • Do not retraumatize yourself• Cognitive distortions, separating fact from fiction  • How this simple 2 minute gratitude exercise will rewire your brain• Closure is a myth• Why you stay in dead-end relationships and sunk fallacy• The region-beta paradox - The most dangerous kind of relationship - when it’s too bad to stay but not bad enough to leave This episode is brought to you by:Sakara delivers science-backed, plant-rich nutrition programs and wellness essentials right to your door. Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code BREAKUP at sakara.com/breakup.Boll & Branch makes the softest, most luxurious sheets without any toxins or harsh chemicals. Sleep better at night with Boll & Branch sheets. Get 15% off your first order when you use promo code BREAKUP at bollandbranch.comBetterHelp makes your brain your friend. Spend less time in post-breakup depression with help from BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month when you sign up using betterhelp.com/breakupJenni Kayne makes getting dressed easier than it's ever been before. Get 15% off your first order when you use promo code BREAKUP at jennikayne.com/BREAKUPSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.