Get ready for a journey that takes you beyond the pain of heartbreak and into a world where loss transforms into growth with science journalist Florence Williams, who shares her personal triumph over the heartbreak of divorce, which inspired her to write a book on the subject. This episode sheds light on how heartbreak reshapes our bodies and minds. You'll gain valuable tactics for emotional healing, understand the crucial role of touch in regaining trust, and see how therapeutic practices like EMDR and rituals can offer relief. For those on the mend or helping others heal, this discussion is packed with practical advice to help you transform the trials of heartbreak into a journey of empowerment. This episode provides clear steps to recover and emerge stronger from life's emotional challenges. Timestamp Highlights (00:02:26) Florence Williams’ Journey Through Divorce (00:07:42) Divorce as a Story of Inflammation (00:13:43) Rebuilding Connection Post-Heartbreak (00:18:02) Embracing Beauty and Awe in Healing (00:23:22) Therapeutic Use of Psychedelics in Overcoming Heartbreak (00:34:33) Reestablishing Trust After Betrayal (00:38:04) The Healing Power of Touch and Oxytocin (00:44:51) Safe Relationships and Self-Discovery Post-Divorce (00:50:33) Journaling as a Tool for Processing Emotions Sponsors ARMRA | Go to https://www.TryARMRA.com and use code Dave for 15% off BEAM Minerals | Go to www.Beam Minerals.com/Dave2024 for 20% off your first order. Resources Get your copy of ‘Heartbreak’ by Florence Williams: https://www.florencewilliams.com/books-2 Florence Williams website: https://www.florencewilliams.com/ Follow Florence Williams: @Florence999 Dave Asprey’s Book ‘Smarter Not Harder’ is out now: https://daveasprey.com/books Follow Dave on Instagram: @Dave.Asprey Follow The Human Upgrade: @TheHumanUpgradePodcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.