Andrew J. Polizzo
Andrew J. Polizzo
Navigating Love Addiction in Digital Dating
Navigating Love Addiction in Digital Dating
Navigating Love Addiction in Digital Dating
Wednesday 5th November 2025
Andrew & Sherry Gaba explore love addiction, codependency, and digital dating challenges. Discover signs of toxic relationships & self-love tips.
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47 minutes
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About this podcast
Author:
Andrew J. Polizzo
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Categories:
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Relationships & Community
Healing Relationships
Sobriety Toolkit
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode Overview
- Love addiction mirrors substance addiction in emotional impact.
- Attachment styles influence relationship dynamics.
- Self-love is crucial for healing from past traumas.
- Digital dating can trigger anxious attachment responses.
- Mindfulness techniques help regulate emotional responses.
"Why do we chase people who hurt us and push away the ones who care? It's not love. It's addiction."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Dive into the intriguing world of love addiction and digital dating with Andrew and Sherry Gaba. In this episode, Sherry, a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist, joins Andrew to dissect the complex dynamics of love addiction and codependency in the modern dating landscape. They tackle the effects of attachment styles on relationships, pinpoint signs of toxic partnerships, and highlight the crucial role of self-love and healing from past traumas.
Sherry shares her unique insights from her personal journey, revealing how love addiction parallels substance addiction in its grip on one's identity and emotional state. The discussion extends to the erratic nature of digital dating apps, where ghosting and inconsistent communication can exacerbate anxious attachment styles. Through light-hearted banter and genuine exchanges, Andrew and Sherry explore practical strategies for self-regulation, including mindfulness techniques like polyvagal exercises to soothe the nervous system.
Whether you're single, dating, or simply intrigued by the complexities of love addiction, this episode offers valuable perspectives on nurturing healthy relationships. So, are you ready to embrace self-love and ditch those toxic patterns?