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How to Get Over Your Ex

296 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 509 ratings

Breakup coach Dorothy, outlines the steps to get over your ex without it “just taking time”.

She has combined her background in psychology with her life coach certification tools to provide actionable insights so that you're not only learning the why but you're learning the HOW to getting over your ex.

Note: Dorothy utilizes the "he" pronoun when talking about her ex but this work can be applied to anyone. All genders and sexual orientations are encouraged to listen and apply the tools.

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Ep. 199 - How to get rid of breakup anxiety

July 31, 2023 09:00 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MB

Last day to sign up for the 6 month payment plan for the GOYE program: https://dorothyabjohnson.com/getoveryourex Breakup Coach Dorothy interviews her client Felicia, who once struggled with debilitating panic attacks triggered by her relationship and then breakup. In this episode, they discuss Felicia's journey to overcoming breakup anxiety, providing listeners with valuable insights and practical strategies for their own healing. Join them to discover tools for overcoming breakup anxiety...

Ep. 198 - Navigating pet custody after a breakup

July 24, 2023 09:00 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MB

Join us in this heartfelt episode as we celebrate Tinkerbell's second birthday and delve into the complexities of pet custody after a breakup. Our host, who's experienced this journey firsthand, shares valuable insights from working with braveheart clients in the "Get Over Your Ex" program. Discover what works and what doesn't when it comes to ensuring the well-being of your furry companion during challenging times. We explore the significance of considering the pet's overall well-being, t...

Ep. 197 - When to leave a relationship

July 17, 2023 16:46 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MB

Have you ever wondered when it’s time to leave vs when it’s time to keep working on yourself while staying? Today, we delve into the complex question of when it's time to leave a relationship versus when to keep working on yourself while staying. It's a dilemma that many bravehearts face, unsure of whether they should continue their personal growth within the confines of their current partnership or take the courageous step of moving on.   Join us as we explore five powerful indicators t...

Ep. 196 - The real reasons

July 10, 2023 09:00 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MB

In this episode, our host dives into the concept of "the real reasons" and its impact on decision making. She shares personal experiences from her coaching career and reveals how fluff reasons often mask deeper motivations. Using examples related to getting over an ex and building a better life, she emphasizes the importance of understanding the real reasons behind our choices. By uncovering these underlying motivations, we can find genuine solutions to our challenges. The host also provid...

Ep. 195 - If I kept trying, it could have worked

July 03, 2023 09:00 - 50 minutes - 69.4 MB

Have you ever felt like, if I just keep trying this relationship could work? Or maybe if I try harder? Or if I keep doing my work here, could this relationship work? So have we! Join us in today’s episode where Breakup Coach Dorothy and Jewel Hohman speak about this journey and how it impacted her heart healing journey after the ending of an important romantic partnership. If you’ve been wondering “is this a me thing or a time to change my relationship” this episode for you. Listen today to ...

Ep. 194 - How to be ok single

June 26, 2023 09:00 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MB

In today’s episode we tackle how to be ok single. We discuss common concerns like “feeling like there’s something wrong with me”, forgiving yourself, and the best next steps you can take if you’re working on wanting to feel and be ok single. Sierra discusses your personal journey from relationship anxiety, called off engagement to a rebound relationship and how she transformed her entire relationship with herself.  Enrollment in the Get Over Your Ex in 3 months or less program is now open!...

Ep. 193 - How to deal with being ghosted?

June 19, 2023 09:00 - 16 minutes - 23.1 MB

A question I get ALL of the time is how to deal with being ghosted? Sometimes being ghosted is a sudden ending of a relationship or sometimes it’s a gradual experience. Either way many people experience pain after being ghosted.  In today’s episode I want to explain exactly what you can do after being ghosted whether it was after a 10 year relationship, during your dating journey or anything in between. Leave this short episode knowing what ghosting actually is, why people ghost, and what ...

Ep. 192 - What does the bigger and better life look like?

June 12, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MB

Getting over your ex includes building a life bigger and better than the one you had with your ex. A lot of times when I say this my clients ask, but what if I don’t know what that is? Or what does that look like? In today’s episode I’ll teach you why it’s important you’re clear about what your bigger and better life looks like and you’ll leave knowing what yours is AND how to go out and get it no matter what your ex is doing. LIVE 5 day training on how to get over you’re ex (June 19 - 2...

Ep. 191 - How to get up and get ready for the day after your breakup

June 05, 2023 09:18 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MB

Waking up post breakup when you didn’t want the breakup in the first place is like waking up to a nightmare every morning. You dream about your ex, the only peace you get is when you’re sleeping and all of a sudden you’re thrusted back into a reality you didn’t want or ask for.  How you start your day post breakup significantly influences how and when you will gain a sense of normalcy after experiencing heartbreak. In today’s episode, Breakup Coach Dorothy will be outlining some of the bes...

Ep. 190 - I’d choose my heartbreak again to be the person I am today

May 29, 2023 09:00 - 23 minutes - 32.6 MB

In today’s heartfelt episode, our guest Erin (braveheart alumni) opens up about her personal breakup story and the transformative journey she experienced inside of the Get Over Your Ex in 3 months or less program. Join us as we delve into her experiences, struggles, and ultimate triumph in rebuilding her bigger and better life after heartbreak. She shares candidly about the most challenging aspects she faced (like working with her ex) while trying to move on from her ex. Battling intrusive...

Ep. 189 - I should be happy on my own

May 22, 2023 09:00 - 10 minutes - 14.8 MB

In this episode, we dive into the journey of self-love, worth, and the struggle of wanting a relationship while also feeling the pressure to be content alone. Join us as we explore a refreshing perspective that challenges the conventional belief that you "should" be happy on your own before pursuing a relationship.   Self Love Week (free event): https://www.thebraveheartacademy.com/offers/BPS6ivcp/checkout   The Get Over Your Ex in 3 months or less program is now open! https://doroth...

Ep. 188 - How to love yourself after a breakup

May 15, 2023 09:00 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MB

Falling in love is one of the most amazing feelings we experience as humans. More often than not we associate that feeling with falling in love with another human. What if I told you, you could fall in love with yourself and feel that same way?  In today’s episode learn why it’s important to learn the skill of falling in love with yourself, how it will help your next relationship and the specific components that go into the art of loving (yourself or anyone else).  Resources in the episo...

Ep. 187 - How long does it take to get over a breakup?

May 08, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MB

Let’s tackle one of the most common questions after a breakup: how long does it take to get over it? We'll explore why it's not about the length of the relationship or how long it's been since the breakup. People heal at different rates, and the process can vary depending on factors such as the level of attachment, what you’re making the breakup mean about you, and individual coping mechanisms. We'll talk about why relying solely on time as a metric for healing can be misleading and frustr...

Ep. 186 - Overcoming “I don’t matter” after a breakup or divorce

May 01, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes - 29.1 MB

*TRIGGER WARNING: contains talk of depression, hopelessness and suicidal thoughts.” In this podcast episode, Breakup Coach Dorothy addresses the heavy topic of overcoming the belief of "I don't matter" after a breakup or divorce. She shares her personal journey and how this belief manifested for her after a miscarriage. Dorothy talks about the main issues with this belief pattern, such as a lack of awareness and the actions it can lead to, like hopelessness and suicidal ideation. She encoura...

Ep. 185 - You don't have to hold onto the suffering to validate that it happened

April 24, 2023 09:00 - 19 minutes - 26.5 MB

In this episode, we explore the idea that we don't have to feel terrible to prove to ourselves that someone treated us poorly. Often, we may feel like we need to be in a constant state of misery to justify making a change or taking action in our lives. But in reality, this mindset can actually hold us back from making positive changes and moving forward. Through personal stories and reflections, we discuss how negative emotions can keep us stuck in a cycle of inaction, and how shifting our...

Ep. 184 - When you slip up in your breakup

April 17, 2023 09:00 - 19 minutes - 26.7 MB

That moment you’ve called your ex and reopened a can of worms you said you’d never get into again. Or the moment you called him 50 times with no response. The moment you went and looked at his new girlfriend’s instagram and here you are down the comparison rabbit hole when you thought you’d already done the work to be over this already.    In today’s episode: Learn why these moments appear during or even after our breakup Understand a new way of handling situations like Become someone...

Ep. 183 - 3 reasons it’s important to prioritize getting over your ex

April 10, 2023 09:00 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MB

Getting over an ex doesn’t “just happen”. Specific steps are taken consciously or unconsciously that get us over an ex. The interesting thing is that getting over a breakup or divorce is not seen by society as “important” like grieving a death but there are so many components that are the same.    In today’s episode: Understand what’s keeping the world from prioritizing heartbreak Learn how to prioritize your breakup/divorce in a world that doesn’t Become fearless in your heartbreak j...

BONUS: Dating after 50

April 05, 2023 09:00 - 20 minutes - 27.6 MB

Getting excited about your future after your breakup/divorce is a pivotal step in creating the bigger and better life. This can and has been done no matter your age. Join Lisa as she talks about her experience in dating after 50 and how she’s learned to love the process. Enrollment for the Get Over Your Ex in 3 months or less program opens APRIL 6th! https://dorothyabjohnson.com/getoveryourex/

BONUS: Buying a home after your breakup

April 04, 2023 09:00 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MB

Buying your own home after your breakup can be intimidating. Join Sara as she speaks about the three obstacles she had to learn to overcome to be able to buy her dream home in less than 3 months. Disclaimer: this is not legal advice and housing markets vary over time and geographical location. Enrollment for the Get Over Your Ex in 3 months or less program opens APRIL 6th! Get Over Your Ex Program - Dorothy AB Johnson

BONUS: Rebuilding the relationship with yourself after your breakup

April 03, 2023 09:00 - 43 minutes - 59.8 MB

Rebuilding your relationship with yourself after heartbreak can be difficult. Join Reanna today as she describes this experience and the HOW to doing this. Enrollment for the Get Over Your Ex in 3 months or less program opens APRIL 6th! Get Over Your Ex Program - Dorothy AB Johnson

Ep. 182 - I don’t want to get hurt again

April 03, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes - 28.8 MB

Not wanting to get hurt again after heartbreak is totally normal. It's what we do with that fear of getting hurt that matters. In today's episode learn what you can do when you're terrified of getting hurt again post heartbreak and how to not let that stop you from going after your most authentic desires in life. The Get Over Your Ex in 3 months or less program opens THURSDAY, April 6th: https://dorothyabjohnson.com/getoveryourex  

Ep. 181 - Self abandoning or self partnering

March 27, 2023 09:00 - 13 minutes - 18.9 MB

Self abandonment is something many people in the self help industry are saying and using. What if instead we focused on how we are self partnering during your breakup/divorce instead of how we self abandoned?    In today’s episode: Understand why focusing on self abandonment might be hurting you  Learn what self partnering is and how to use this tool Become someone who self partners to amplify your magnetic self during your glow up   The How to Get Over Your Ex 5 Day Training: http...

Ep. 180 - I know I deserve better but I want my ex to be better

March 20, 2023 09:00 - 14 minutes - 20.2 MB

Knowing you deserve better is one thing, but showing up like you deserve better doesn’t come as naturally as we would hope. I hear it all the time “I know I deserve better but I secretly just want my ex to BE better.”    In today’s episode: Learn why we can conceptually understand that we deserve better but don’t show up differently Understand what next steps you can take to receive the kind of relationship you know you deserve Become someone who has a partnership they know they deser...

Ep. 179 - When you want to be there already

March 13, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutes - 22.5 MB

Oftentimes while we are in the midst of a breakup or divorce we desperately hope for things to go back to the way they used to be. We want our ex to come running back, tell us they messed up and are ready to get back to normal. Have we ever considered that perhaps, even if they did that, we wouldn’t be happy? Join us in today’s episode where we talk about the 50/50 of life and how that applies specifically to breakups and divorce.   

Ep. 178 - I'm not in control in my breakup

March 06, 2023 10:00 - 10 minutes - 15.1 MB

Do you feel a lack of control in your life after your recent breakup or divorce? Join us in today’s episode where I’ll teach you how to regain control during a time that feels so out of your control.

Ep. 177 - This isn't what I wanted

February 27, 2023 10:00 - 11 minutes - 16.3 MB

Many of my bravehearts struggle with the idea that they didn’t want this divorce or breakup. If you’re someone who finds themselves saying “This isn’t what I wanted” or “I didn’t want this divorce”, I highly recommend listening to today’s episode.  

BONUS: Love Letters to Bravehearts from Bravehearts

February 16, 2023 10:00 - 4 minutes - 5.79 MB

Here's a love letter to Bravehearts from Bravehearts!  The Get Over Your Ex in 3 months or less closes Friday 2/17. To save your spot enroll here: https://dorothyabjohnson.com/getoveryourex

BONUS: Love Letters to Bravehearts from Bravehearts

February 16, 2023 10:00 - 4 minutes - 5.79 MB

Here's a love letter to Bravehearts from Bravehearts!  The Get Over Your Ex in 3 months or less closes Friday 2/17. To save your spot enroll here: https://dorothyabjohnson.com/getoveryourex

BONUS: Love Letters to Bravehearts from Bravehearts

February 15, 2023 10:00 - 3 minutes - 4.63 MB

Here's a love letter to Bravehearts from Bravehearts!  The Get Over Your Ex in 3 months or less closes Friday 2/17. To save your spot enroll here: https://dorothyabjohnson.com/getoveryourex

BONUS: Love Letters to Bravehearts from Bravehearts

February 14, 2023 10:00 - 4 minutes - 5.52 MB

Here's a love letter to Bravehearts from Bravehearts!  The Get Over Your Ex in 3 months or less closes Friday 2/17. To save your spot enroll here: https://dorothyabjohnson.com/getoveryourex

BONUS: Love Letters to Bravehearts from Bravehearts

February 13, 2023 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.39 MB

Here's a love letter to Bravehearts from Bravehearts!  The Get Over Your Ex in 3 months or less closes Friday 2/17. To save your spot enroll here: https://dorothyabjohnson.com/getoveryourex

Ep. 176 - Rejection after a breakup

February 13, 2023 10:00 - 17 minutes - 24.2 MB

Let’s talk about rejection after a breakup. Many of my Bravehearts feel rejected by their ex’s, their ex’s family and/or friend group. Learn how to navigate rejection so that you won’t be scared of experiencing it again when you begin to date again.    In today’s episode: Learn what rejection really is and why you don’t have to be afraid of it Understand what keeps you stuck when you’re feeling rejected Become immune to rejection in the future  

Ep. 175 - Cancel the contract

February 06, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes - 31.8 MB

Have you ever been hesitant to move forward after a breakup or divorce. In today’s episode learn what it’s like to cancel the contract and catapult your heart healing experience.  Topics covered:  The bigger and better life - when it’s not working High attachment to your ex and the real why Why it can be hard to cancel the contract and what to do about it The Braveheart Festival is taking place THIS WEEK! Join us for a free live 2 day heart healing experience and leave with your bigg...

BONUS: The love letter your heart needs this valentine’s day

February 01, 2023 10:00 - 11 minutes - 16.1 MB

On today’s episode learn about the love letter your heart needs this valentine’s day. I’ll teach you exactly how to write it and what to do with it so that you will leave feeling seen, heard, supported and loved.    ANNOUNCEMENT: The 2023 Braveheart Festival is now OPEN! Grab your FREE ticket here - spots will be limited!  https://dorothyabjohnson.com/2023braveheartfestival/

Ep. 174 - When your ex changes their mind about what they want

January 30, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MB

It’s so difficult when all of a sudden the person you thought you’d spend the rest of your life with decides you’re no longer the one for them. Maybe your ex decided that marriage was no longer for them. Maybe it was kids, commitment or responsibility. In today’s episode learn what to do when your ex changes their mind about what they want and how you can handle the impact of someone else’s decision on your life.   In today’s episode: Learn why someone changes their mind about you or im...

Ep. 173 - How to stop comparing yourself to your ex's new partner

January 23, 2023 10:00 - 17 minutes - 23.9 MB

One of the most common questions I love answering is how to stop comparing myself to my ex’s new partner. So far I’ve talked a lot on the podcast about how to stop comparing yourself to your ex but let’s talk about what happens when they begin to date someone new and what to do when you find yourself constantly comparing yourself to that new person.  In today’s episode: Learn why you compare to your ex’s new partner Understand what to do when you find yourself constantly comparing yours...

Ep. 172 - Everything is going to be ok

January 16, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutes - 37.1 MB

We’ve all been there… you just want someone to tell you “everything’s going to be ok”. In today’s episode I’ll be showing you how everything is going to be ok and truthfully how it’ll be more than ok no matter your situation. If you’re looking for a breakup pep talk, here it is. In today’s episode: Feel certain even if you have an unknown future after your breakup/divorce Understand what to do next to take care of you during Become comfortable with not knowing what’s next The annual ...

Ep. 171 - A message for Bravehearts as you begin this new chapter

January 03, 2023 02:48 - 9 minutes - 13.7 MB

Happy New Year Bravehearts! Here’s a simple and profound message for your new year OR your new chapter (regardless of what time of year it is) that will change the dynamic you have with moving forward.  Sending you all the love!

BONUS: Being single on NYE

December 29, 2022 10:00 - 18 minutes - 24.8 MB

Worried about being single during NYE? Whether you’re over your ex or you’ve recently gone through a breakup/divorce let me teach you how to thrive on NYE. No constant obsessing over your ex and what he’s doing, no worrying about who he’s with or being sad about being single. Let’s have an epic Braveheart New Years - learn how in today’s bonus episode!  Today’s Links: One free 1:1 session when you sign up for the GOYE program before the end of the year: https://dorothyabjohnson.com/getov...

Ep. 170 - How are you doing?

December 19, 2022 10:00 - 14 minutes - 19.5 MB

When you're going through heartbreak the question "how are you doing?" is a complicated question. Do you tell them the truth? Do you just say "fine"? Maybe you're even to the point where you're so sick of your own internal answer to that question.  In today's episode: * Learn how to change the internal narrative to this question so you can feel calm and confident when asked how you're doing * Understand what's holding you back from being honest * Become sure of yourself and confusion fr...

Ep. 169 - Urgent emotions

December 12, 2022 10:00 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MB

Have you ever felt the pure panic of “something must be done”? The urgent emotions where you do everything in your power to “fix” what’s happening? During heartbreak I see many of my bravehearts struggle with feeling an overwhelming urgent emotion. The kind of emotion that completely derails your day to day life. Let’s talk about it. In today’s episode:  * Learn what an urgent emotion is and why you don’t have to be afraid of it * Understand why it feels so urgent * Become an expert at ...

Does God/Universe pick your partner

December 12, 2022 10:00 - 45 minutes - 62.7 MB

In today's episode, Braveheart Alumni Kara will share her breakup journey which included her strong faith. Which had her constantly hoping and holding out for her ex. We hope you enjoy! Kara's Info Website: www.thewanderingsongstress.com  Youtube: @karalockwood8306 Instagram @the.wandering.songstress

Ep. 168 - How to co parent with an ex

November 28, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MB

Are you having a difficult time co parenting with your ex? Perhaps you're triggered by the good things your kids say about your ex and maybe even the new partner. OR triggered by the bad things that your kids are exposed to when they are forced to be with a parent you don't align with. Join us in today's episode while we have expert parenting coach Crystal on as she discusses parenting and provides us with tangible tools to help us co parent during heartbreak. In today's episode: Understa...

Ep. 167 - Clarity during a confusing breakup

November 21, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 13.3 MB

Have you ever had a conversation with your ex that left you feeling confused? Or maybe your ex said one thing and then did another thing that went against what they just said. Instead of spending your precious time and energy being confused, spinning, and not making forward movement in your heartbreak journey, listen to today’s episode where we break down what’s really happening so you can gain clarity. In today’s episode: Understand what’s causing the confusion Learn what steps you can...

LIMITED TIME: Breakup First Aid Kit - Open House - Heartbreak During the Holiday

November 17, 2022 20:29 - 5 minutes - 7.9 MB

Enrollment for the Get Over Your Ex in 3 months or less program is OPEN: https://dorothyabjohnson.com/getoveryourex Limited time breakup boxes/breakup first aid kit - DEADLINE 11/18/22 at 8pm ET Limited time How to Handle Heartbreak During the Holidays bonus course - DEADLINE 11/25/22 at 8pm ET Open House house on Tuesday, November 11/22/22 at 6:30pm CT - join the zoom here. Sending all the love, Dorothy

Ep. 166 - Undefined relationships are relationships

November 14, 2022 10:00 - 41 minutes - 57 MB

Were you in a “situation-ship” that’s ended and now you’re left feeling heartbroken and ashamed that you feel so miserable when it wasn’t a defined relationship? Today, Braveheart Miranda and I discuss what heartbreak is like when you are going through a breakup of an “undefined” relationship.  In today’s episode: Learn how to create closure without a breakup conversation Understand why anger feels productive after the ending of a situation-ship Become connected with yourself so much ...

Ep. 165 - Settling even when things are good

November 07, 2022 09:00 - 32 minutes - 44 MB

Have you ever been in a situation where you loved everything that came with the relationship (like the house, family, friends) but then the relationship itself was lack luster? You then find yourself convincing yourself that “it’s not that bad” out of fear of losing what the relationship brings. In today’s episode: Learn what’s really happening when you’re convincing yourself it’s not that bad Understand what’s holding you back from the greatness Become someone is confident that they ...

5 months of healing in 5 days LIVE w/ Breakup Coach Dorothy!

November 04, 2022 09:00 - 4 minutes - 5.62 MB

Are you ready to learn tangible tools that go along with the How to Get Over Your Ex podcast? In need of Breakup Coach Dorothy’s advice but haven’t yet signed up for the Get Over Your Ex program? Come join me in a LIVE 5 day immersive event for only $17. This is where you’ll accomplish 5 months of healing in only 5 days to catapult your breakup journey so that you can get to building the bigger and better life! You do not want not want to miss this! Sign up at: http://breakupcoachdorothy.c...

Ep. 164 - I don't know who I am after my breakup

October 31, 2022 09:00 - 13 minutes - 19.1 MB

After a breakup it’s easy to feel like you’ve lost yourself. Maybe you spent all your time morphing yourself into the ideal person for your partner. Maybe your partner questioned you so much that you’ve lost a sense of direction. Regardless of why you’re feeling like you’ve lost yourself, there’s a solution.  In today’s episode: Learn how to get direction to your life again Understand what’s been keeping you stuck in feeling lost, confused and purposeless Become the you that has drive...

Ep. 163 - The quality of my thoughts determines the quality of my life

October 10, 2022 13:07 - 15 minutes - 21.5 MB

The quality of my life is a direct reflection of the quality of my thoughts. If my life feels like a hot mess, it’s a direct reflection that my mind/brain/thoughts are a hot mess. No matter where you are in the breakup process, no matter how much you know about thought work, no matter how good you are at coaching - you will never be omitted from needing to be reminded that your circumstances do not cause your suffering.  In today’s episode:  Learn one simple technique that will change eve...