How to Fix a Broken Heart

What if we treated broken hearts like broken arms—with care and patience? Psychologist Guy Winch invites us to rethink how we handle emotional pain, sharing clever and compassionate advice for those nursing a bruised heart. Heartbreak grabs all our attention, yet unlike a broken limb, we’re expected to carry on as usual. Winch explores how heartbreak—whether from lost love or a beloved pet—affects our brain and behavior in surprising ways. He shows that healing starts with choosing to move forward and offers a handy toolkit to help mend your heart and get back to living your best life.