145. Hoping They’ll Change? Here’s the Truth About One-Sided Love.

You’re texting first. Waiting for replies. Making excuses. Holding on, hoping they’ll come around. But deep down, something feels off. This isn’t just patience… it’s one-sided love.

In this episode, we unpack the emotional and psychological toll of loving someone who doesn’t meet you halfway. From fantasy bonds and false hope to reclaiming your power and choosing yourself again, this is your compassionate wake-up call, and your invitation to let go with grace.

Key TakeawaysOne-sided love often begins as hope… and ends in emotional burnout.Fantasy and denial aren’t love, they’re survival strategies.False hope disguises itself as devotion, but it drains your energy and delays your healing.Letting go doesn’t mean your love was wasted; it means it’s time to give that love somewhere it can grow.Inner stability comes when your peace no longer depends on someone else’s attention.

Have you ever found yourself stuck in a one-sided love story?

What helped you let go, or what’s holding you back? Come share your story with us on Instagram @mylifecoachluke or in the Facebook group.

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