Nicole LePera: How to Break the Cycle of Trauma Bonds & Stop Toxic Relationship Habits

What are your emotional needs?

How do you communicate them clearly?

Today, Jay welcomes back Dr. Nicole LePera, a holistic psychologist, best-selling author, and founder of the SelfHealers Circle, a global community for self-healing. She is the author of the New York Times bestseller "How to Do the Work," and her latest book, "How to Be the Love You Seek," guides readers on breaking cycles, finding peace, and healing relationships. Dr. LePera is known for her approachable, transformative approach to mental wellness, empowering individuals to heal themselves and live authentically.

Nicole talks about how our earliest experiences shape our adult relationships. She explains the concept of trauma bonds—dysfunctional patterns that often stem from childhood but persist into adulthood, affecting how we connect with others. These bonds can feel familiar and even comforting, but they often prevent us from forming healthy, fulfilling relationships.

Jay and Nicole explore how awareness is the first step toward breaking these patterns. They emphasize the importance of understanding our subconscious beliefs and the roles we play in relationships, often unknowingly repeating cycles of pain and misunderstanding. She talks about the importance of staying present, learning to regulate our emotions, and building healthier habits that align with our true selves, and offers practical advice on how to navigate the complexities of love, whether it's setting boundaries with toxic family members or letting go of unrealistic expectations in romantic relationships.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to recognize trauma bonds

How to break the cycle of reactivity

How to set healthy boundaries

How to cultivate self-awareness

How to develop emotional resilience

How to foster a growth mindset in relationships

Remember, every moment is an opportunity to choose differently, to show up for ourselves with kindness, and to build the relationships we truly deserve.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00Intro

03:44You Create Change

06:58Toxic Family Members

11:21Change is Voluntary

14:33Deep Rooted Emotions

18:35Why We Struggle in Relationships

22:58The Unmet Needs

27:27We Project What We Think to Others

34:29Familiarity with Chaos

38:18Is It Genuine Love?

41:55Panic Attack

48:54Chronic Illness

53:54Countering Beliefs

57:17Physiological Shifts

01:01:11What is a Trauma Bond?

01:04:25Attraction Based on Familiarity

01:06:24Inner Child Work

01:09:41The Habit of Showing Up Authentically

Episode Resources:

Nicole LePera | Website

Nicole LePera | Instagram

Nicole LePera | Facebook

Nicole LePera | TikTok

Nicole LePera | YouTube 

Nicole LePera | LinkedIn

Howto Do the Work: Recognize Your Patterns, Heal from Your Past, and Create Your Self

Howto Be the Love You Seek: Break Cycles, Find Peace, and Heal Your Relationships

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