The guest emphasizes the importance of being there for others during tough times rather than just being present at celebratory events such as weddings or award ceremonies. He also highlights the unique bond that is created through the physical contact of martial arts and the significance of striving to listen, enjoy good times, and make time for loved ones.
The pandemic has made people realize that relationships require effort and work, rather than just wanting to feel great. Before the pandemic, people tended to focus on idealizing the future rather than facing their current problems.
The speaker expresses their opinion on how proposing at a movie theater or comedy show is an awkward and unconventional choice.
The speaker discusses a feeling of settling in a relationship, accepting mediocrity as they struggle to balance their relationship with having two kids.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of having an honest conversation in a relationship and including the other person's opinion in decision-making. This approach helps to avoid one-sided relationships and ensures that both partners feel heard and respected.
The speaker talks about the importance of quality time in a relationship, mentioning that it's crucial to feel that the other person is present with you when spending time together, and that scheduling trips or activities can be a good way to strengthen the bond.
The key to any relationship is communication, but if one person is unwilling to make an effort to change, it is important to reassess what you want and remove them from the decision-making process about the relationship.
Richard and Suzy met online in a computer club and became an official couple throughout high school and college with a few minor breakups in between.
The speaker reflects on their past behavior in a relationship and realizes they were being a bad partner despite their efforts to contribute positively in other areas.
The choice of a life partner is one of the most important decisions you can make in your life. Going through the steps of having conversations regarding the costs, approach, and expectations in your life as a family can make your decision wiser and your relationship stronger.
Danny's girlfriend, Brenda, had a stipulation for giving him access back to his ex-girlfriends on Facebook which was that he will have to remove them. After they returned, Brenda's jealousy came back.
The hosts discuss whether someone who is actively seeking a life partner is more high maintenance compared to someone who is just casually dating.
The speaker shares a story about going on a movie date that was misunderstood by her father, who believed the guy she was with wanted to have sex with her.
The speaker feels that when their partner is working, their significant other should not be allowed to interrupt or see them because of their lack of self-control and impulsiveness.
Relationship expert discusses the challenges of finding love in today’s climate, citing the fear of intimacy as a primary obstacle.
The willingness to be open to the possibility of not being married and letting go of what's not working in a relationship takes courage, and it's important to relax the nervous system before trying to make important decisions about it. The key is to trust that the right form of the relationship will reveal itself.
This transcript contains a story about Blake and Emily, who met in church youth camp and took different paths in life, but still ended up together.
The hosts reflect on the benefits of spending time with your partner and learning from their strengths, drawing from personal experiences in their own relationships.
The hosts discuss relationship advice, including the importance of age and sexual performance, while making inappropriate jokes.
A couple gets into a fight at the club after one accuses the other of being jealous over another girl dancing with them on stage.
The true nature of the relationship between Joan and Betty remains unclear, but Joan hires Betty after feeling lonely following her move out. Despite this, their exact relationship remains a mystery.
In this podcast, the speaker advises women to have a healthy cynicism and expose themselves to environments where they can meet individuals that match up to their level of success. The speaker also encourages women to not settle and believe that the right partner who can bring out the best in them exists.
The speaker shares that she never thought she would have a boyfriend until five, six, or seven years later because she is career-focused. She loves her boyfriend but does not want him to pull her out of her goals and distract her from her priorities.
A man recounts how his relationship with his girlfriend got serious, leading up to the point where they were intimate, but after she found out he had spent time with her friend, things seemed to change.
The podcast hosts discuss how desirable characteristics in a mate vary across individuals, focusing on the importance of high levels of testosterone to some people.
The speaker shares her personal experience of being in a healthy relationship where she still feels infatuated and excited even after four and a half years. She also realized the importance of having alone time and how it helped her understand that something wasn't right in her life.
A personal experience of how a senior couple came together after years of being alone and are now happily in a committed relationship.
The speaker tells the story of a woman who discovers during a date with her childhood crush that he is planning to move out because his parents are getting divorced. She confronts him with memories of his mother's death that appear to contradict his words, ultimately leaving the house in frustration.
The speaker expresses their thoughts on a woman's readiness for a serious relationship and shares a conversation between Marshall and Jackie regarding their dynamic.
The speaker talks about ignoring red flags in a relationship and how it can lead to harmful situations. She shares a personal experience where her partner bit her face multiple times, causing swelling and infection.
