Listen "26: Retroactive Jealousy w/ Zachary Stockill"
Episode Synopsis
Have you ever been more curious than you should be about your partner’s past lovers? Where one question about their past turned into five, which turned into ten, then felt that very uncomfortable pang of jealousy? This type of jealousy is called retroactive jealousy. One of the more insidious types of jealousy because it is referring to the past, which no one can undo. Retroactive jealousy can not only ruin an otherwise healthy relationship, it can also be detrimental to your mental health going forward. So on today’s episode, we have invited retroactive jealousy expert Zachary Stockill to fill us in on everything we need to know about this type of jealousy. Zachary Stockill is the author of Overcoming Retroactive Jealousy, The Overcoming Jealousy Workbook and The Breakup Recovery Workbook. He is also a podcaster and educator creating programs around raising awareness and educating people about retroactive jealousy, and has founded www.retroactivejealousy.com. Needless to say, he is the ultimate expert in this field and he wants to share his knowledge with all of you.In this episode you will learn about what retroactive jealousy is, how to identify if you are suffering from retroactive jealousy, actionable tips on how to remedy retroactive jealousy, and practical tools to help create a healthy dynamic in your relationship when feeling retroactive jealousy, and much more!This episode is packed with juicy knowledge and advice, so you don’t want to miss this one!Topics discussed in this episode:What is retroactive jealousy?How Zachary discovered retroactive jealousyWhy retroactive jealousy isn’t reserved for straight white menThe shame around retroactive jealousyHow retroactive jealousy can come off as normalThe myth around jealousyWhen is walking away the right choice?Honoring your higher self vs. your egoAdvice for those who are aroused by a partner’s sexual pastThe Madonna-Whore Complex in Freudian psychologyWhat to expect from Zachary’s program Get Over Your Partner's Past FastActionable tips for anyone suffering from retroactive jealousyTools on how to trust your partner’s desire for youHow to learn about your partner’s past in a safe and healthy wayLast piece of advice for retroactive jealousy sufferersConnect with Zachary Stockill by visiting his website https://www.retroactivejealousy.com/Schedule your FREE, 30-minute Discovery Call to see how I can help.Grab the 5 Must-Haves To Overcome Jealousy DisclaimerThe information on this podcast or any platform affiliated with Top Self LLC, or the Top Self podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. No material associated with Top Self podcast is intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition or treatment and before taking on or performing any of the activities or suggestions discussed on the podcast or website.
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