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Guilt Over Relief: Why You’re Not Heartless When a Difficult Relative Dies | The Dating Files
This episode of The Dating Files explores the complex and often unspoken emotion of feeling relief rather than sadness when a difficult relative dies. Host June Anderson addresses the intense guilt that accompanies this natural physiological response, helping listeners understand why their nervous system might feel lighter instead of devastated. This guide is essential for anyone who grew up in households defined by volatility, narcissism, abuse, or deep incompatibility, offering validation that feeling free from chronic stress is not a moral failing but a biological correction.
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