Attachment Styles & Why 'the Work' Doesn't Feel Good

In this episode, Vic says all the thingsy you might need to hear daily if you're heartbroken! Have a question or topic for Vic? Then get in touch DM on Insta or TikTok (@handonheartpod) or send us an email ([email protected])!Enjoy listening and please leave a review on Spotify or Apple, or wherever you’re listening!Music by Lemon Music Studios from Pixabay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this listener questios episode, Vic covers attachment styles: what they are, how they are formed, and more importantly...how we can use them as a tool for growth and self-understanding instead of using then to beat ourselves up or diagnose our exes. She also touches upon why the healing work doesn't feel great after a breakup, and why doing everything 'right' doesn't allow us to bypass the grief and loss of a relationship ending. Have a question or topic for Vic? Then get in touch DM on Insta or TikTok (@handonheartpod) or send us an email ([email protected])!Enjoy listening and please leave a review on Spotify or Apple, or wherever you’re listening!Music by Lemon Music Studios from Pixabay.Attachment Style Resources:Podcasts: On Attachment by Stephanie Rigg, Let’s Talk Attachments by Jessica Da SilvaBooks: Anxiously Attached by Jessica Baum, Attached by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Vic reflects on three things her year of singledom has taught her. From the urge to move on, to the incandescent rage that comes with heartbreak, and the need to live for the moment, these are the big lessons that a year single will teach you. Have something you want to share with Vic?! Then get in touch DM on Insta or TikTok (@handonheartpod) or send us an email ([email protected])!Enjoy listening and please leave a review on Spotify or Apple, or wherever you’re listening!Music by Lemon Music Studios from Pixabay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Vic goes through the biggest and toughest pills we have to swallow when we've just gone through a relationship ending. Whether you've walked away or been left, this episode has some wisdom for you that helps you stand in your power, hold yourself accountable for your actions and wellbeing, and lets you show up as your best self! Want your say on next season? Have a breakup lesson you think needs sharing with the masses? Then get in touch DM on Insta or TikTok (@handonheartpod) or send us an email ([email protected])!Enjoy listening and please leave a review on Spotify or Apple, or wherever you’re listening!Music by Lemon Music Studios from Pixabay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vic is back to give you tips on how to handle seeing your ex after a breakup. Whether you're meeting for one last conversation, irregularly bumping into each other, or having to see each other often, Vic's got tips and tricks for how you can stay grounded, confident, and healing. Want your say on next season's episodes? Have a burning question of your own? Then get in touch DM on Insta or TikTok (@handonheartpod) or send us an email ([email protected])!Enjoy listening and please leave a review on Spotify or Apple, or wherever you’re listening!Music by Lemon Music Studios from Pixabay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this bonus episode, Vic gives you some hopecore for your breakup/heartbreak. if you have a listener question, please get in touch at [email protected] or via tiktok DM (@handonheartpod).Enjoy listening and please leave a review on Spotify or Apple, or wherever you’re listening!Music by Lemon Music Studios from Pixabay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this listener questions episode, Vic talks about why blindside breakups hurt so much and take so long to recover from. She gives tips on how to avoid or get out of long-term heartbreak and the rumination and story telling that keeps us stuck.Enjoy listening and please leave a review on Spotify or Apple, or wherever you’re listening! Want something specific covered? Leave a comment on TikTok (@handonheartpod) or send us an email ([email protected])!Music by Lemon Music Studios from Pixabay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this listener questions episode, Vic helps us to unpack the feelings that come when we realise the person we’ve invested in isnt actually single. she also reminds us how to love ourselves after a breakup, and how to stop the ego spiral that comes with feeling like we weren’t good enough for someone.Enjoy listening and please leave a review on Spotify or Apple, or wherever you’re listening! Want something specific covered? Leave a comment on TikTok (@handonheartpod) or send us an email ([email protected])!Music by Lemon Music Studios from Pixabay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Vic highlights ten hard truths about the self-love journey that all who want to love and cherish themselves more must grapple with. From losing friends and learning to be more resilient to backsliding and remaining vigilant, this episode highlights everything you'll be up against whilst on a journey to loving yourself more.Don't forget our TikTok live Q&A on Monday 31st March 2025, 7pm UK time! Want your say on next season? Have feedback or something your proud of from the last 11 weeks? Then get in touch DM on Insta or TikTok (@handonheartpod) or send us an email ([email protected])!Enjoy listening and please leave a review on Spotify or Apple, or wherever you’re listening!Music by Lemon Music Studios from Pixabay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Vic guides us through the powerful journey of receiving and believing in love from ourselves and others. We’ll explore how self-worth shapes our ability to accept love from our friends and family and partners, how to challenge limiting beliefs about these relationships, and how to recognise love in everyday moments. This episode will give you practical strategies—like gratitude audits, embracing compliments, and practicing self-acknowledgment—to help open your heart to love without guilt or fear. As the self-love bootcamp nears its end, this episode invites reflection, celebration, and intention-setting for the future. Tune in for insights, affirmations, and a reminder that you are worthy of love—today and always.Want your say on next season? Have feedback or something your proud of from the last 11 weeks? Then get in touch DM on Insta or TikTok (@handonheartpod) or send us an email ([email protected])!Enjoy listening and please leave a review on Spotify or Apple, or wherever you’re listening!Music by Lemon Music Studios from Pixabay.EFT for receiving: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4iftRjbAS5o Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.