226. Ghosting—Why People Do It, and What to Do Instead

27/03/2025 53 min Episodio 226
226. Ghosting—Why People Do It, and What to Do Instead

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Send us a textEver been ghosted—or ghosted someone yourself? It’s more common than ever, but that doesn’t make it any less painful. Whether it happens in dating, friendships, or the workplace, ghosting leaves confusion and hurt in its wake.Join Anna and Tim as they unpack the psychology behind ghosting, why people avoid hard conversations, and how to handle difficult exits with more maturity and compassion. They share personal stories, expert insights, and actionable strategies to break the ghosting cycle—for good.This episode covers:Why people ghost and what emotional patterns are behind itHow attachment styles and conflict avoidance play a roleThe rise of ghosting in modern dating, friendships, and jobsThe role of guilt, cognitive dissonance, and rationalizationHow technology and social norms have normalized ghostingThe emotional impact of being ghosted—and how to recoverScripts and strategies for handling tough conversations with graceUntil next time, here's to deeper connections and personal growth.Mad love!The podcast is now on YouTube! If you prefer to watch, head over to https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw3CabcJueib20U_L3WeaR-lNG_B3zYqu__________________________________________Don’t forget to subscribe to the Badass Confidence Coach podcast on your favorite podcast platform!CONNECT WITH ANNA:Instagram https://www.instagram.com/askannamarcolin/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/tag/askannamarcolinEmail [email protected] https://www.annamarcolin.com__________________________________________And for all your nutritional supplement needs, go to www.DrinkAG1.com/ANNA for five free travel packs and a free one-year supply of Vitamin D/K2