Coping with Ghosting

How do you heal after being ghosted after a toxic relationship? How do you know if you're in a harmful or toxic relationship right now? Listen as Shannon Petrovich, LCSW, LISAC, BCD, shares: 
- How to detect the red flags of a harmful relationship
- Ways to navigate gaslighting, love bombing, and trauma bonding
- Why ghosting is a grand manipulation
- What to do if your ghost comes back
- How to heal after being ghosted in a harmful relationship
Gretta and Shannon's conversation also touches on narcissism, whether or not to block your ghost, and how to rebuild your sense of self. 

Connect With Shannon Petrovich, LCSW, LISAC, BCD :

Website: No Foggy Days

Shannon's Book:  Out of the FOG, into the CLEAR; Journaling to Help You Heal from Toxic Relationships

Therapist Talks YouTube

Connect with Gretta:

New! Take Your Power Back Workshop

Free Guide: What to Say To Your Ghost

Free and Private Facebook Support Group |  Instagram | copingwithghosting.com

Music: "Ghosted" by Gustavo Zaiah

Disclaimer:  This information is designed to mentor and guide you to cope with Ghosting by cultivating a positive mindset and implementing self-care practices. It is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. Coping With Ghosting is not providing health care or psychological therapy services and is not diagnosing or treating any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or other registered professionals. 

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Note to All Listeners: Ghosting is defined as: The practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication (Oxford Languages). When you leave an abusive situation without saying "goodbye," it's not ghosting, it's "self-protection." When you quietly exit a relationship after a communicated boundary has been violated, it's not ghosting, it's "self-respect."

What is attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and how can it impact relationships? Listen as Kate Kamoshita, ADHD Educator and Learning Consultant, shares: 
- Tips for being in relationships with people who have ADHD
- How and why a person with ADHD person may appear to be ghosting
- The impact being ghosted has on people with ADHD
- Executive function, emotional regulation, RSD, and ANTS 
- How to heal after being ghosted
- Kate's experience with being ghosted 
Gretta and Kate's conversation also touches on grief ghosting, rage ghosting, life-transition ghosting (i.e., postpartum), and beyond.  Whether you have ADHD or not, you'll glean tons of healing advice from this show.  

Connect With Kate:

Instagram

Kate's Website: Learning Compass

Connect with Gretta:

New! Take Your Power Back Workshop

Free Guide: What to Say To Your Ghost

Free and Private Facebook Support Group |  Instagram | copingwithghosting.com

Music: "Ghosted" by Gustavo Zaiah

Disclaimer:  This information is designed to mentor and guide you to cope with Ghosting by cultivating a positive mindset and implementing self-care practices. It is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. Coping With Ghosting is not providing health care or psychological therapy services and is not diagnosing or treating any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or other registered professionals. 

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Note to All Listeners: Ghosting is defined as: The practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication (Oxford Languages). When you leave an abusive situation without saying "goodbye," it's not ghosting, it's "self-protection." When you quietly exit a relationship after a communicated boundary has been violated, it's not ghosting, it's "self-respect."

What is attachment, and how does it relate to ghosting in friendships and dating? How can I learn my attachment style? How can I heal relational trauma? 
In this episode, Relationship Expert and Attachment Specialist, Rose Viggiano, answers these questions and more! Rose shares how she knew she was healing her relational trauma, including how she began choosing people based on how they showed up, stopped taking every rejection as a sign that she was unlovable, and started speaking the truth lovingly and firmly. Whether you've been ghosted in romance or by a friend, this show provides valuable information to help you reflect and make healthy changes in your relationships. 

Connect With Rose:

Free Download: The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Attachment Styles

Instagram

Facebook

Rose's Website

Connect with Gretta:

New! Take Your Power Back Workshop

Free Guide: What to Say To Your Ghost

Free Facebook Support Group |  Instagram | copingwithghosting.com

Music: "Ghosted" by Gustavo Zaiah

Disclaimer:  This information is designed to mentor and guide you to cope with Ghosting by cultivating a positive mindset and implementing self-care practices. It is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. Coping With Ghosting is not providing health care or psychological therapy services and is not diagnosing or treating any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or other registered professionals. 

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Note to All Listeners: Ghosting is defined as: The practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication (Oxford Languages). When you leave an abusive situation without saying "goodbye," it's not ghosting, it's "self-protection." When you quietly exit a relationship after a communicated boundary has been violated, it's not ghosting, it's "self-respect."

Did you know that earlier this May, the U.S. Surgeon General released an advisory declaring loneliness a new public health epidemic in the United States? Being lonely and isolated is dangerous to your health on many levels, so in this episode, Gretta shares how to build a support network. She provides tips on who to connect with after being ghosted, how to make new friends, and ways to be a good friend.

Resources Mentioned:

• Advisory: The Healing Effects of Social Connection
• BetterHelp.com
• TalkSpace.com
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
• Free Facebook Support Group |  Instagram | copingwithghosting.com
• Meetup.com 
• EventBrite.com
• Reddit and the NeedAFriend SubReddit
• How Long it Takes to Make Friends

Connect with Gretta:

Private Coaching with Gretta

Free Guide: What to Say To Your Ghost

Free Facebook Support Group |  Instagram | copingwithghosting.com

Music: "Ghosted" by Gustavo Zaiah

Disclaimer:  This information is designed to mentor and guide you to cope with Ghosting by cultivating a positive mindset and implementing self-care practices. It is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. Coping With Ghosting is not providing health care or psychological therapy services and is not diagnosing or treating any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or other registered professionals. 

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Note to All Listeners: Ghosting is defined as: The practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication (Oxford Languages). When you leave an abusive situation without saying "goodbye," it's not ghosting, it's "self-protection." When you quietly exit a relationship after a communicated boundary has been violated, it's not ghosting, it's "self-respect."

When somebody vanishes without explanation or warning, it's shocking and painful. But instead of caring for ourselves, we tend to focus tons of energy on the ghost. "Why did they do this? What did they think about me? Where are they?"
These are normal and understandable questions, but when we ruminate on what we can't control (the ghost), we can lose sight of caring for ourselves.
🛑👻Don't ghost yourself. You deserve to be seen, heard, and acknowledged, and now is the time to see, hear, and recognize your needs. In this podcast, Gretta shares seven ways to boost your mood, relieve stress, and generally feel better after being ghosted. You are #1.

Connect with Gretta:

Private Coaching with Gretta

Free Guide: What to Say To Your Ghost

Free Facebook Support Group |  Instagram | copingwithghosting.com

Resources Mentioned:

Self Compassion Exercise
POPSUGAR Fitness
Yoga With Adrienne
Insight Timer (for sleep, anxiety and stress)

Music: "Ghosted" by Gustavo Zaiah

Disclaimer:  This information is designed to mentor and guide you to cope with Ghosting by cultivating a positive mindset and implementing self-care practices. It is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. Coping With Ghosting is not providing health care or psychological therapy services and is not diagnosing or treating any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or other registered professionals. 

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Note to All Listeners: Ghosting is defined as: The practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication (Oxford Languages). When you leave an abusive situation without saying "goodbye," it's not ghosting, it's "self-protection." When you quietly exit a relationship after a communicated boundary has been violated, it's not ghosting, it's "self-respect."

In this episode, Rosemary from The Ghost Podcast and Gretta discuss lessons they've learned about ghosting and share their respective ghosting podcasting journeys. Discover why Gretta and Rosemary began podcasts about ghosting, what they've gleaned from their experiences on the air, and what's next.
Gretta and Rosemary share a few reasons why people ghost and how to understand the cultural context of ghosting better. Finally, they reinforce that if you were ghosted, it wasn't your fault; you're not alone and didn't deserve it.

Connect with The Ghost Podcast:

The Ghost Podcast

Instagram

TikTok

Connect with Gretta:

Private Coaching with Gretta

Free Guide: What to Say To Your Ghost

Free Facebook Support Group |  Instagram | copingwithghosting.com

Music: "Ghosted" by Gustavo Ramos

Disclaimer:  This information is designed to mentor and guide you to cope with Ghosting by cultivating a positive mindset and implementing self-care practices. It is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. Coping With Ghosting is not providing health care or psychological therapy services and is not diagnosing or treating any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or other registered professionals. 

Support the show

Note to All Listeners: Ghosting is defined as: The practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication (Oxford Languages). When you leave an abusive situation without saying "goodbye," it's not ghosting, it's "self-protection." When you quietly exit a relationship after a communicated boundary has been violated, it's not ghosting, it's "self-respect."

In this Coping With Ghosting episode, Gretta is joined by Evyenia Theodora - a professional matchmaker, dating coach, and founder of Chemeya Events and Speed Date LA. Learn helpful dating tips, discover ways to meet people in real life, and listen as Gretta and Evyenia discuss ghosting in online and offline relationships.

Connect with Speed Date LA:

Instagram

TikTok

Connect with Gretta:

Private Coaching with Gretta

Free Guide: What to Say To Your Ghost

Free Facebook Support Group |  Instagram | copingwithghosting.com

Music: "Ghosted" by Gustavo Ramos

Disclaimer:  This information is designed to mentor and guide you to cope with Ghosting by cultivating a positive mindset and implementing self-care practices. It is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. Coping With Ghosting is not providing health care or psychological therapy services and is not diagnosing or treating any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or other registered professionals. 

Support the show

Note to All Listeners: Ghosting is defined as: The practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication (Oxford Languages). When you leave an abusive situation without saying "goodbye," it's not ghosting, it's "self-protection." When you quietly exit a relationship after a communicated boundary has been violated, it's not ghosting, it's "self-respect."

Are you struggling with shame or guilt after being ghosted? This episode explores different ways to understand and process these complex emotions.
Host Gretta is joined by Francesca Walker,  an associate psychotherapist at Shadowlight Center in New York.

Connect with Francesca Walker, M.Ed., MHC-LP:

[email protected] 

Shadowlight Center 

Connect with Gretta:

Private Coaching with Gretta

Free Guide: What to Say To Your Ghost

Free Facebook Support Group |  Instagram | copingwithghosting.com

Music: "Ghosted" by Gustavo Ramos

Disclaimer:  This information is designed to mentor and guide you to cope with Ghosting by cultivating a positive mindset and implementing self-care practices. It is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. Coping With Ghosting is not providing health care or psychological therapy services and is not diagnosing or treating any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or other registered professionals. 

Support the show

Note to All Listeners: Ghosting is defined as: The practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication (Oxford Languages). When you leave an abusive situation without saying "goodbye," it's not ghosting, it's "self-protection." When you quietly exit a relationship after a communicated boundary has been violated, it's not ghosting, it's "self-respect."

It's normal to struggle with anxiety after being ghosted, but you don't have to suffer. In this episode, Dr. Terri Bacow, a widely known expert in cognitive behavioral therapy, shares actionable ways to banish worry.  Gretta and Dr. Bacow discuss rumination, blocking your ghost,  why not to take ghosting personally, and so much more.

Connect With Dr. Terri Bacow:

Instagram

Dr. Terri Bacow's Website

Goodbye, Anxiety: A Guided Journal for Overcoming Worry

Connect with Gretta:

Private Coaching with Gretta

Free Guide: What to Say To Your Ghost

Free Facebook Support Group |  Instagram | copingwithghosting.com

Music: "Ghosted" by Gustavo Ramos

Disclaimer:  This information is designed to mentor and guide you to cope with Ghosting by cultivating a positive mindset and implementing self-care practices. It is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. Coping With Ghosting is not providing health care or psychological therapy services and is not diagnosing or treating any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or other registered professionals. 

Support the show

Note to All Listeners: Ghosting is defined as: The practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication (Oxford Languages). When you leave an abusive situation without saying "goodbye," it's not ghosting, it's "self-protection." When you quietly exit a relationship after a communicated boundary has been violated, it's not ghosting, it's "self-respect."

How can you trust after being ghosted? How do you know when it's safe to trust somebody? What types of therapy are best for resolving trust issues? What do you say to somebody who takes forever to respond to a text message? This episode answers all these questions and more.
Dr. Dawn Gullette Crosson is a licensed Psychologist trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, a certified trauma therapist, and has been in psychology since 1996. Join Dr. Dawn and Host Gretta for a fascinating discussion about trauma, trust, and ghosting.

Connect With Dr. Dawn:

Instagram

Sanity Sessions for Sisters: Keeping it together when you want to fall apart

Facebook

Connect with Gretta:

Virtual Coping With Ghosting Support Group

Private Coaching with Gretta

Free Guide: What to Say To Your Ghost

Free Facebook Support Group |  Instagram | copingwithghosting.com

Music: "Ghosted" by Gustavo Ramos

Disclaimer:  This information is designed to mentor and guide you to cope with Ghosting by cultivating a positive mindset and implementing self-care practices. It is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. Coping With Ghosting is not providing health care or psychological therapy services and is not diagnosing or treating any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or other registered professionals. 

Support the show

Note to All Listeners: Ghosting is defined as: The practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication (Oxford Languages). When you leave an abusive situation without saying "goodbye," it's not ghosting, it's "self-protection." When you quietly exit a relationship after a communicated boundary has been violated, it's not ghosting, it's "self-respect."