Why Situationships Are Harder to Get Over Than Real Relationships?

28/08/2025 19 min

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Episode Synopsis

Ever found yourself stuck on a situationship that feels impossible to move past — even harder than an actual long-term relationship? You’re not alone. In this episode of Your Psychologist on Speed Dial, we unpack why situationships have such a powerful hold on us.Dr. Dean Hinitz and I dive into: • Why the brain craves the “what if” fantasy of a situationship • How uncertainty and unfulfilled potential keep us hooked • Why your mind replays it like a loop, long after it ends • Tools to finally break free and stop giving your energy away✨ If you’ve ever wondered why it feels 10x harder to get over “almost something” than the real thing, this conversation is for you.💡 Drop your thoughts in the comments. Have you ever been stuck overthinking a situationship?🧠 Got something on your mind? Submit your question here: https://forms.gle/7n46HiGoQA16Jmch8💌 Contact: [email protected]’re in good hands.