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Breakup Brain: Understanding the Psychological Impact of Heartbreak with Janice Formichella
In this eye-opening episode, Heather Garbutt sits down with Janice Formichella, a breakup coach and podcast host, to discuss the concept of Breakup Brain—the temporary cognitive and emotional chaos that follows a breakup. Drawing from psychological studies and personal experiences, Janice explains how heartbreak can literally lower IQ, impair decision-making, and leave individuals feeling lost and confused.
Heather and Janice explore the physiological and emotional aspects of breakups, highlighting the fight-or-flight responses, emotional regression, and brain fog that many people experience. They discuss the crucial role of self-care, routines, and sleep in regaining clarity, as well as practical tools like journaling, alarms, and structured planning to help manage daily life.
Janice shares her personal journey through divorce and how she rebuilt her life, ultimately finding empowerment in solo living. She also provides expert advice on the No Contact rule, how to manage emotions during a breakup, and why seeking professional support can be a game-changer in recovery.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding “Breakup Brain” and its similarities to “Mommy Brain.”
- How breakups temporarily lower IQ and impair decision-making.
- The impact of heartbreak on identity, self-esteem, and mental health.
- The importance of “No Contact” and setting boundaries for healing.
- Practical strategies to overcome confusion, panic, and brain fog.
- How to embrace singlehood and build a fulfilling life after a breakup.
About The Host: Heather has been working in mental and emotional health for over 30 years. First as an Art Psychotherapist then as a Counsellor and Couples Therapist. She now specialises in love and relationship coaching.
Heather is a qualified Calling in “The One” and “Conscious Uncoupling” coach, having been trained and mentored by Katherine Woodward Thomas. In addition, she is a long-term accredited member of The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, Health and Care Professions Council registered and a member of The British Association of Arts Therapists.
About Janice:
Janice Formichella is a breakup coach and the host of the podcasts Sex and the Solo Girl and
Breakups, Broken Hearts, and Moving On. She is passionate about helping people from all
backgrounds to beat their breakup, overcome loneliness, and make the end of a relationship the start of a powerful new beginning. She is also a survivor of domestic violence and now uses her story to support others and raise awareness about the harmful impact of victim blaming.
This podcast is brought to you by Boost and Bloom.
For more about Heather and ways to work with her, visit https://heathergarbutt.com/.