The Civil War of Loss: Why Your Logical Mind Accepts the Breakup But Your Emotional Mind Refuses to Let Go

23/09/2025 12 min
The Civil War of Loss: Why Your Logical Mind Accepts the Breakup But Your Emotional Mind Refuses to Let Go

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Describes the inner turmoil that follows the end of a meaningful relationship, portraying it as a clash between two parts of the self: a logical mind and an emotional mind. The logical side quickly recognizes the breakup’s reality, the ex-partner’s flaws, and the finality of the separation. Meanwhile, the emotional side idealizes the past, resists accepting the loss, and invents irrational plans to win the person back. Over time, the logical mind steps in like a protective force, gradually compelling the emotional mind to integrate the truth. This slow process, which can take months or years, ultimately allows someone to move forward, while also instilling a more cautious awareness of how deeply love can wound.Produced by:https://www.podcaistudio.com/

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