The Secret to Friendships That Last with Dr. Marisa G. Franco

I'm sitting down with Dr. Marisa G. Franco, author of Worth: The New Science of Self-Esteem and Secure Attachment, to talk about self-worth, attachment styles, and how our past experiences shape the way we show up in relationships. We get into why we can know our worth intellectually but still struggle to feel it, how childhood wounds can show up as emotional triggers, and why healing isn't about becoming a perfectly secure person... it's about learning to embrace every part of ourselves.

We also discuss setting boundaries without guilt, navigating one-sided relationships, knowing when it's time to let go, and why having uncomfortable conversations can actually create deeper connections. Marisa shares her “feel, heal, do” method for working through difficult emotions, how to stop abandoning yourself to make other people happy, and why being honest about your needs is the foundation of healthier relationships. If you've ever struggled with people-pleasing, rejection, or feeling like you're asking for too much, this conversation is for you.

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