Helen Russell
Helen Russell
Season 5 #4 Rosie Wilby
Season 5 #4 Rosie Wilby
Season 5 #4 Rosie Wilby
Wednesday 27th July 2022
Rosie Wilby and Helen Russell discuss the surprising joys of heartbreak and how embracing sadness can lead to happiness in 'How To Be Sad'.
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Get the buttons here!Heartbreak and Healing: Rosie Wilby on Embracing Sadness
In some ways it can be a brilliant way of exploring what's really going on, and in other ways it can be an escape and a fleeing from what's happening and trying to make light of actually very difficult things that we don't want to perhaps process in the way that we need to.
Ever wondered if there's a silver lining to heartbreak? Comedian Rosie Wilby, known for her book 'The Breakup Monologues', sits down with happiness researcher Helen Russell to chat about the surprising joys of heartache in this episode of 'How To Be Sad'. Dubbed the 'queen of breakups' by BBC Radio 4, Rosie brings a unique perspective to dealing with sadness and grief.
Together, they cover a wide range of topics, from the agony of breakups and the quicker-than-expected recovery times, to the often-overlooked pain of friendship breakups. They even touch on why divorce rates among gay women are notably high and how boredom can creep into long-term relationships. But it’s not all heavy—there's humor too, like the tale of cheating blackbirds and the stigma around sleeping in separate beds.
They also discuss more serious matters like SSRIs, anti-love drugs, and the hormonal dance of attraction. And yes, monogamy's pros and cons get their moment in the spotlight. By the end of the episode, you’ll find yourself seeing sadness not as an enemy, but as a part of life that can lead to unexpected happiness.
Whether you're navigating a breakup or just curious about the emotional rollercoaster of relationships, this episode is packed with insights and laughs that might just change your perspective.