Introduction to the Episode: 

Dr. Debi introduces the topic: using math to aid in the healing process from betrayal. Dr. Debi acknowledges the challenge of healing and how unexpected tools, like math,  can be surprisingly helpful. 

Community Q&A Session:  Description of the community's coffee chat sessions where members can ask any questions.  Introduction to a specific member's struggle with being stuck in stage three of healing for 48 years. 

Applying Math to Understand Rumination:  Dr. Debi walks the member through calculating the impact of ruminating over 48 years. Step-by-step breakdown of the calculations: 

Converting 48 years to 17,520 days.
Estimating two hours of rumination per day.
Calculating the total time spent ruminating: 35,040 hours or 1,460 days. Converting days to years: approximately four years of her life spent ruminating. 

The Power of Awareness:  The realization that four years were dedicated to unproductive rumination. Discussion on how this awareness can be a wake-up call to change. 

The Cost of Stagnation:  Reflection on what could have been achieved in those four years.
Encouragement to consider the possibilities of personal growth, such as writing a book,  starting a business, or pursuing a new passion. 

Moving Forward:  Emphasis on the importance of moving from stage three to stage four and five of healing. 
The predictable nature of the healing journey when following the proven path. 
 Conclusion: Dr. Debi wraps up the episode by reiterating the importance of awareness and taking action. 
 Encouragement to seek support from The PBT Institute and its resources for those ready to move forward.