Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
Healthy Love - Christina Howard
Healthy Love - Christina Howard
Healthy Love - Christina Howard
Friday 24th May 2019
Join Christina Howard on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour' as she shares her journey from love addiction to self-love, offering hope and insights for healing.
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113 minutes
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Author:
Paul Gilmartin
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Categories:
Body & Mind
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Christina Howard: Breaking Free from Love Addiction and Embracing Self-Love
I think a lot of the reason why my recovery in love and sex addiction- compulsive relationship pursuit- it took so long- was because I really wasn't willing to put down everything and get to ground zero and to feel, to feel all your feelings unnumbed.
Christina Howard's story is a powerful testament to the complexities of love addiction and the transformative journey towards self-love. In this episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', host Paul Gilmartin sits down with Christina to unravel her deeply personal experiences with commitment issues and her obsession with emotionally unavailable men. Christina opens up about how these patterns were rooted in her childhood trauma and the relentless cycle of seeking validation from others.
Through candid conversation, Christina shares the turning points that led her to recognize and embrace healthy love, including the crucial step of loving herself first. Her journey is not just about overcoming love addiction but also about finding spiritual growth and healing along the way. Listeners will find relatable moments as she discusses the palpable loneliness that comes with withdrawal from unhealthy relationships and the profound changes that come from self-acceptance.
This episode offers a heartfelt exploration of themes like emotional availability, the impact of past traumas, and the importance of self-worth. Christina's story is an inspiring reminder that healing is possible, and it starts with understanding and loving oneself. Whether you're grappling with similar issues or supporting someone who is, this conversation provides valuable insights and hope.