Is it possible to heal your heart while you're still stuck in a toxic relationship? Or do you have to get out before true healing can even begin?

In this episode of Ask Angela: Relationship Advice for Love After Trauma, Angela Amias responds to a listener who feels trapped—yearning to heal while still living with a partner who has caused deep emotional pain.

Angela explores:

• Why survival mode and healing mode cannot happen at the same time
• How toxic relationships keep old wounds open, preventing real recovery
• Why letting go of trying to “earn” love is the first step toward freedom
• How facing reality (without self-blame) creates space for change
• Practical steps you can take now to lay the groundwork for healing—whether or not you’re ready to leave yet

If you’ve ever felt stuck between your desire for healing and the reality of an unhealthy relationship, this episode offers grounded, compassionate guidance for finding your way toward a stronger future.

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