: Judith Orloff, MD recommends a visualization exercise: acknowledge the hard lessons learned, then mentally use a "pair of scissors" to cut the energetic bonds between you.
: Many experts, including those at Verywell Mind , suggest that cutting off contact as much as possible is a critical first step to breaking unhealthy emotional ties. Emotional Entanglement & How to Detach
: Redefine your personal space. Wellness Space Counseling notes that boundaries protect your individual well-being by creating invisible lines the other person cannot cross. : Judith Orloff, MD recommends a visualization exercise:
: Challenge the stories you tell yourself about why you "need" this person. According to Tony Robbins , changing your narrative and letting go of blame are key to mastering your emotions. : Judith Orloff