In this episode, the host shares insights on how to mend a broken relationship by choosing to apologize and actively love someone. She emphasizes the importance of checking where we are before speaking and thinking before taking any action.
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.
In this podcast, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being a good listener in any relationship. It is crucial to make the other person feel prioritized and to avoid always relying on them for entertainment and decision-making.
The speaker discusses a feeling of settling in a relationship, accepting mediocrity as they struggle to balance their relationship with having two kids.
Brenda expresses sadness and frustration when Jonathan stops taking her calls after she receives a distressing text message. Jonathan repeatedly says he is done and threatens to pack up her belongings.
The host discusses his relationship with Nadav, and how he is more comfortable with bering the brunt than dishing it out when it comes to teasing others.
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.
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 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.
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.
Wedding planner Georgia Mitchell shared an unconfirmed story about catching a partner being breastfed by their mother on Useful Idiots with Katie Halper and Aaron Mate. Although unconfirmed, it is viewed as a deal breaker if true.
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 host discusses his experience with finding his current girlfriend Jeanette and how it took him 15 years to truly figure out the type of person he wanted to be with, but eventually led him to an amazing partner.
The hosts discuss relationship advice, including the importance of age and sexual performance, while making inappropriate jokes.
Overcoming jealousy and insecurities can take time as you unlearn certain behaviors and patterns that you grew up with. Healthy relationships involve open communication and a willingness to work on issues together.
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.
A couple talks about their communication breakdown and how setting boundaries, expressing feelings, and finding solutions can help improve their relationship.
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.
A stay-at-home spouse's life becomes overwhelming with kids and managing household duties. It's important to find time to relax and have hobbies to avoid burnout and maintain a healthy relationship with their working spouse.
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.
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.
