Episode 2: Denial

About this episode

In this episode you’ll uncover the bias that makes you conveniently forget the negative aspects of your ex, plus how to knock them off the pedestal. Learn valuable insights on how to close mental loops, manage withdrawal, and boost dopamine  in a healthy way. Amy will also live coach Millionaire Matchmaker, Patti Stanger as she heals from a breakup with her recent ex.  • Denial is a rejection of reality that it’s over. It’s the holding on to hope. The sooner you accept, the sooner you start the process of healing.  • Your enemy - “should” - this cognitive distortion will prolong your pain • Fading Effect Bias that causes you to forget the negative • Knock your ex off the pedestal • When you go into detective mode to close an open loop • Dealing with anxiety (shake it out, breath technique) • How to stop rumination  • How to deal with withdrawal  • How to boost dopamine (in a healthy way) • Action items: remove physical reminders, block   This episode of Breakup Bootcamp is brought to you by: Jenni 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/BREAKUP Boll & Branch makes the