Ep. 227 Do I Need A Break?
Do you need a break — from a relationship, from therapy, or just from life? In this episode, licensed psychotherapist Thaís Sky explores the psychology behind taking a break, unpacking when distance is truly restorative and when it's actually conflict avoidance or fear of intimacy in disguise. Drawing on psychoanalytic therapy principles, she explores how dependency in relationships, attachment issues, and emotional regulation all shape our urge to step away. Whether you're considering a relationship break, a therapy break, or just craving self-awareness around your own relationship patterns, this episode offers thoughts to help you next time you are considering a break.
Resources Mentioned On This Episode
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About The Host
ThaisSky
Thaís Sky is a licensed psychotherapist, podcast host, writer, and supervisor, known for her depth-oriented approach to personal transformation. Deeply committed to the exploration the complexities of the human mind, Thais offers “help beyond self-help” and provides support for individuals, couples and groups seeking to address core psychological issues including trauma, eating disorders, relational difficulties and a concept she coined the worthiness wound®. As the host of RECLAIM the podcast, Thaís guides listeners to add nuance and discernment to popular psychology, self-help and wellness ideas, while her writings on Instagram extend her insights and expertise to a broader audience. She helms a virtual as well as an in-person practice in San Luis Obispo, CA. You can learn more about her at IamThaisSky.com or find her at just about everywhere on social media at @IamThaisSky.
DISCLAIMER: My podcast is for informational and educational purposes and is not a substitute for real mental health care. Please get help if you need it and in case of a crisis contact your local mental health hotline or emergency services.