Jennifer Mixon
Jennifer Mixon
Addicted to my relationship
Addicted to my relationship
Addicted to my relationship
Wednesday 28th January 2026
Explore the addictive nature of toxic relationships and learn how to break free in this insightful episode with Jennifer Mixon.
27 minutes
Informative
Encouraging
Eye-opening
Honest
Compassionate
About this podcast
Author:
Jennifer Mixon
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Abusive relationships can mimic substance addiction due to brain chemistry.
- Love bombing creates an initial high similar to drug use.
- Therapy and medication can aid in achieving secure attachment.
- Self-healing is crucial to breaking free from toxic cycles.
- Recognising unhealthy patterns is the first step to recovery.
"These relationships are processed in the brain and in the body pretty much just like a drug."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? In this engaging episode of the Domestic Abuse Recovery Journal, host Jennifer Mixon takes listeners on a reflective ride through the complex dynamics of abusive relationships. With her unique perspective as an addiction nurse, Jennifer draws parallels between substance addiction and the addictive nature of toxic relationships, shedding light on why it's so challenging to break free.
She delves into the brain's chemistry, explaining how dopamine, our pleasure centre, plays a mischievous role in keeping us hooked on harmful partners. The episode explores how love bombing in the early stages of a relationship is akin to the initial high of drug use, setting up a cycle of dependency that's hard to shake. Jennifer also shares her personal journey towards secure attachment and the role therapy and medication played in balancing her neurotransmitters.
The episode offers a compassionate yet candid discussion on recognising unhealthy attachment styles and the importance of focusing on self-healing rather than trying to 'fix' a partner. With a blend of personal anecdotes and broader insights, this episode is both eye-opening and encouraging, leaving you with much to ponder about the nature of relationships and recovery. Ready to explore what it means to truly break free from toxic cycles?