Brianne Davis
Brianne Davis
Greg Safel: My Last Long-Term Relationship Was 24 Years Ago
Greg Safel: My Last Long-Term Relationship Was 24 Years Ago
Greg Safel: My Last Long-Term Relationship Was 24 Years Ago
Monday 8th November 2021
Greg Safel reveals his battle with love avoidance and sexual anorexia, sharing how therapy helped him build healthier relationships.
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Get the buttons here!Greg Safel: Breaking the Chains of Love Avoidance and Sexual Anorexia
I don't know what it's like to be in a relationship that's equal, I have no clue.
Ever wondered why some people, despite being wonderful in so many ways, remain single? Greg Safel might just have the answers. In this revealing episode of 'Secret Life', host Brianne Davis sits down with Greg to unpack his struggles with love avoidance and sexual anorexia. Greg, an accomplished actor and recording artist, opens up about his 24-year-long battle with these issues and how they shaped his relationships.
Greg dives into his past, sharing how childhood trauma set the stage for his fears around intimacy. He describes how he repeatedly found himself attracted to emotionally unavailable partners, creating a cycle of unfulfilled relationships. His candidness about these deeply personal experiences sheds light on the often misunderstood conditions of love avoidance and sexual anorexia. Therapy played a crucial role in Greg's journey. He talks about the pivotal moments in therapy that helped him recognize and confront his fears.
With professional help, he began to understand his patterns and work towards healthier relationships. Greg also highlights the importance of self-help resources, including books and podcasts, which supported him along the way. One of the key takeaways from Greg's story is the importance of creating equal partnerships. He emphasizes how therapy helped him realize the necessity of communication and vulnerability in building a healthy relationship.
Greg’s journey is a testament to the power of self-awareness and professional support in overcoming deep-seated fears. If you or someone you know struggles with intimacy issues, Greg's story offers hope and practical insights. Tune in to hear how he navigated his path to healthier relationships and what he learned about himself along the way.