We all know self-love is important, but what happens when it goes too far in the wrong direction?In this episode, Michael DiIorio is joined by therapist Michael Pezzullo for an honest conversation about the shadow side of self-love. Together, they explore:The difference between self-comforting and self-coddlingHow emotional sensitivity can become emotional fragilityWhy self-bulldozing is just as harmful as avoidanceThe four zones of the Self-Love SpectrumHow trauma impacts the way we “love” ourselvesHow to tell if you're truly healing…or just hiding.You’ll learn about the Self-Love Spectrum, the signs of self-coddling and self-bulldozing, and how to practice a more empowering, growth-oriented version of self-love- without abandoning your need for care and compassion.Join us for an episode that will help you get honest about how you love yourself, and what real self-love actually looks like.Today's Guest: Michael PezzulloWebsiteInstagramToday's Host: Michael DiIorioWebsiteInstagramSupport the Show - viewer and listener support helps us to continue making episodes- CONNECT WITH US -Watch podcast episodes on YouTubeJoin the Gay Men's Brotherhood Facebook communityGet on our email list to get access to our monthly Zoom calls Follow us on Instagram | TikTok Learn more about our community at GayMenGoingDeeper.com- LEARN WITH US -Building Better Relationships online course: Learn how to nurture more meaningful and authentic connections with yourself and others.Healing Your Shame online course: Begin the journey toward greater confidence and self-worth by learning how to recognize and deal with toxic shame. Gay Men Going Deeper Coaching Collection: Lifetime access to BOTH courses + 45 coaching videos and 2 workshop series. Take the