Guy Winch On The Science Of Why You NEED To Unfollow Your Ex
Heartbreak doesn’t just feel like withdrawal. It is withdrawal.
In this short, powerful replay, psychologist and author Guy Winch explains why breakups hurt so much and why trying to “stay friends” with your ex might be sabotaging your recovery.
He breaks down the neuroscience of heartbreak, compares it to addiction, and shares why going cold turkey - unfollowing, muting, and cutting contact - isn’t dramatic. It’s necessary.
You’ll hear:
Why heartbreak activates the same brain regions as physical pain
The science behind why you’re obsessively thinking about your ex
How heartbreak mimics the…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.