The bonus series where we tackle your dilemmas and share advice to navigate life’s trickier moments.This week, I’m joined once again by psychologist, best-selling author and social media favourite Dr Julie Smith. Her new book Open When is the kind of emergency toolkit we all need for those moments when life feels like a lot—and today, she’s here to help with some of yours.Together, we unpack your questions about moving on from break-ups, managing social media triggers, and dealing with self-critical thought spirals. Julie also shares her thoughts on anger at work, why it’s a last-resort emotion, and how unmet needs often lie beneath the surface.If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in regret, shame or the habit of scrolling your ex’s feed on a Tuesday night (we’ve all been there), this one’s for you.Today:💔 Dean can’t stop looking at his ex’s social media. How do you let go without suppressing your emotions?📱 Sharon wants to know how to set better boundaries with social media—and her own negative thoughts.🤯 Dawn regrets snapping at work and worries she’s becoming “that person.” What’s really going on underneath the anger?WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU🗣 Got a question or a story to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB📧 Prefer email? Drop us a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.ukIf this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it—it really helps!Bryony xxCREDITS🎙 Presenter: Bryony Gordon🎙 Guest: Dr Julie Smith🎧 Content Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan🎥 Audio & Video Editor: Luke Shelley📢 Executive Producer: Mike WoollerA Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.