{"podcast":{"title":"Breaking Cycles with Maria","slug":"breaking-up-with-toxicity-6618238","podcast_index_feed_id":6618238,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/breaking-up-with-toxicity/","website_url":"https://breaking-up-with-toxicity.captivate.fm","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/3512fb13-808d-4756-9a00-8262d9c3f321/0F96017D-754B-41B8-A7DA-8CFAACE1CD0A-1-1-4.png","author":"Maria Shkreli","episode_count":30,"summary":"Breaking Cycles with Maria is an honest and relatable podcast about relationships, emotional patterns, self-awareness, anxiety, attachment, dysfunctional dynamics, and the things we normalize without even realizing it. Hosted by Maria Shkreli, LMHC, author of Breaking Cycles and Breaking Up with Toxicity, the podcast explores the messy, complicated, and very human side of life — from unhealthy relationship patterns and family dynamics to workplace stress, life transitions, emotional reactions, and the cycles that quietly shape us. Some episodes are educational. Some are conversational. Some may challenge the way you see yourself, your relationships, or the people around you. Because the truth is… we all have patterns. Some help us grow. Some quietly keep us stuck. Through real conversations, psychological insight, personal reflection, and a little bit of spice, Maria helps listeners better understand the patterns they repeat, the emotional experiences they normalize, and how to navigate life with greater awareness, clarity, and emotional health. No perfection. No pretending. Just real conversations about life, relationships, and breaking unhealthy cycles.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-06T02:20:47.981511+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/breaking-up-with-toxicity-6618238"},"episode":{"title":"EP 5: Toxic People Versus Toxic Behaviors: Are We All Toxic? - Part 1","slug":"ep-5-toxic-people-versus-toxic-behaviors-are-we-all-toxic-part-1","published_at":"2023-11-15T09:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/breaking-up-with-toxicity-6618238/ep-5-toxic-people-versus-toxic-behaviors-are-we-all-toxic-part-1","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/breaking-up-with-toxicity-6618238","url":"https://breaking-up-with-toxicity.captivate.fm","audio_url":"https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/e4733038-13e9-4aa8-b7c7-4a3c611a7030/BUWT-Episode-5-Made-with-Clipchamp-converted.mp3","summary":"Maria will be diving into the topic of toxic people and unhealthy toxic behaviors in the dynamics of relationships. In her exploration of the \"toxic person,\" she will raise critical points about the complexities and potential pitfalls associated with labeling individuals in this way. Furthermore, Maria will introduce the concept of borderline personality and engage listeners in exercises to recognize patterns in their lives; by encouraging self-reflection and awareness of recurring patterns, she aims to empower listeners to understand their own experiences better and potentially navigate challenging dynamics more effectively. If you’d like a topic or question explored, email at info.mariashkreli.com. A REMINDER : This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms associated with BPD or any mental health condition, it's highly advisable to seek professional help promptly. Mental health professionals can provide the appropriate assessment, support, and treatment options to address these challenges and promote overall well-being.","meta_description":"Maria will be diving into the topic of toxic people and unhealthy toxic behaviors in the dynamics of relationships. In her exploration of the \"toxic…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1182,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/breaking-up-with-toxicity-6618238/episodes/ep-5-toxic-people-versus-toxic-behaviors-are-we-all-toxic-part-1/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/breaking-up-with-toxicity-6618238/ep-5-toxic-people-versus-toxic-behaviors-are-we-all-toxic-part-1.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}