Listen to survivors' stories about toxic relationships, gaslighting, love bombing and their journey to healing in the Let's Start a Coup podcast.
A study has found that people's heart rates start to synchronize when they listen to the same story at different times, which can be a useful tool for improving relationships with others.
The speaker talks about how managing conflict and setting expectations can help prevent relationship problems and divorce. She also speaks about a friend's experience with Tinder dating.
The speaker discusses their personal experience of starting out earning less than their partner, and the insecurities that can arise.
The hosts talk about progress in cross-cultural relationships and the phenomenon of genital shrinkage in certain situations.
A speaker describes their struggle with perfectionism and how it affected their dating life.
The speaker reflects on how his desire to hang out with his friends can be a bad influence on his relationship and how finding a partner should be a priority over hanging out with the guys.
The speaker shares his experience of going through a breakup, and how difficult every aspect of life can seem during that time.
A couple's dispute over stress and frustration led to a visit from a police officer who helped them calm down and communicate better. The couple mentioned their goals of starting a blog and traveling across the country.
Mary, a newly separated woman, found an unexpected connection with Keith, the superintendent. Megan's sister later realizes that Mary was a woman their dad had taken to dinner during a rough patch with their mom.
The podcast hosts have a candid conversation about toxic traits in relationships, acknowledging the importance of recognizing and addressing them. They touch on issues such as white privilege and the struggles of black people.
Marike shares how her mother's coma changed her perspective on family and on her own thoughts about the end of her life.
This episode discusses the importance of open and honest communication in adult relationships, as well as the potential consequences of not being clear and direct with our words.
By learning how to replace your sadistic inner tyrant with a supportive inner coach, you are more likely to be a good friend and have better relationships with others, which contributes to your overall happiness and wellbeing.
In this podcast episode, the host shares his personal experience with maintaining healthy relationships, both in marriage and in business, despite working long hours. He emphasizes the importance of having difficult conversations early on and communicating effectively with your partner or co-founder.
A couple discusses how their frugal upbringings have affected their spending habits in their relationship, even if it means sacrificing certain things for themselves.
The hosts discuss the importance of energy in relationships and the impact it has on the people involved. They share personal experiences and examples of how energy can affect the outcome of an interaction.
This podcast explores societal pressure to be in a relationship vs. finding a relationship organically.
This podcast episode explores how people tend to choose partners with similar backgrounds and how desirability can impact a relationship. It also touches upon how effort and compatibility can affect the success of a relationship.
Benita Alexander discovers that her fiancé Paolo Macchiarini, who claimed to be the personal doctor of the Pope, and promised her a wedding with the Pope officiating, was lying to her, causing her to question everything he had ever told her.
The speaker advises the listener to move on from a woman who is not currently ready for a relationship and instead focus on finding someone new who is available and compatible. The listener is reminded to prioritize their own needs and to believe their partner when they communicate their emotions.
The speaker discusses their own experiences with remaining friends with exes and urges people to reevaluate their decision to do so, as it may not always be the best choice.
The speaker emphasizes on the importance of honesty in relationships, specifically in letting the other person know if they are not interested in being with them.
In this episode, the speaker talks about the importance of setting boundaries in relationships and not allowing negative thoughts or words from family members to affect you. She emphasizes the need to communicate calmly and stick to your boundaries.
The speaker discusses the difficulty of maintaining friendships as an adult, especially after graduating high school.
In this episode, the speaker discusses his perspective on relationships and being alone. He shares the importance of experiencing both and talks about how he views them as extra benefits rather than necessities in life.
The podcast episode discusses a letter from a woman whose husband cheated on her while she was dying of cancer, a man who left the Air Force Academy because he didn't like being exposed to other people's views, and more.
The podcast discusses the difference between polyamory and monogamy. Polyamory involves having multiple romantic and often sexual relationships at once, while monogamy is characterized by having one sexual partner.
This podcast is all about funny dating misfires, with celebrities and comedians sharing their best (or worst) dating nightmares.
The fear of losing someone, aiming to please someone or being aggressive is caused by personal insecurities, such as the fear of open relationships that are hard to deal with.
The ethics of dating and manipulation are discussed, with a focus on the potentially harmful consequences of pursuing relationships with individuals who may not be fully capable of giving consent.
Relationships take work and it's important to pause before just walking out the door. Putting in the effort to repair a friendship or marriage can lead to lasting happiness.
An account of an odd relationship intertwined with marijuana consumption, along with a story of abduction for ransom in a creepy town called Seaside in Washington.
The beginning of serious committed relationships may involve deceit and betrayal from both parties, as was the case for the guest's parents who left their significant others for each other.
The podcast discusses concerns about a friend's safety who may be in a potentially harmful relationship with a non-resident boyfriend who is staying with her roommate, and may be getting a gun to keep with her. Additionally, the friend has expressed worry that the boyfriend has been tracking her, and that the friend is not taking proper care of herself.
The speaker discusses a relationship where the girl's parents disapproved of their daughter's boyfriend and how the boyfriend's behavior was inappropriate and reflected unhealthy dynamics within the relationship.
The speaker shares the impact of people who have been good to him, including his sister, wife, and employers who gave him a chance for new, clean opportunities in life. He realized that many of his past relationships were based on what he could give rather than just being him.
The transcript discusses the feeling of meeting the person you know you will marry and the anxiety surrounding finding a life partner.
This episode encourages the listener to reflect on their relationships and identify who adds value to their life and who may need to be let go, while also emphasizing the importance of being true to oneself and not comparing oneself to others.
Carla and Paul got engaged, and despite initial excitement from both families, their relationship turned into a cycle of verbal abuse followed by forgiveness.
Communication is key in relationships, but it's important to use non-combative language to express your feelings and avoid assuming what the other person is thinking or feeling.
The speaker emphasizes the need for more date nights in her relationship and encourages others to do the same, given that it is a common issue for many couples.
The speaker reflects on a past relationship and feeling seen by their partner in their entirety. They attribute this to their intuition and being sober.
The combination of narcissists and empaths in relationships can cause chaos as the narcissist unknowingly takes advantage of the empath's generosity and compassion, resulting in emotional exhaustion for the empath. It's important to set boundaries and recognize when you are in an unhealthy dynamic.
Going through different relationship experiences can help one grow and change, making the ups and downs worth it in the long run. Knowing what one wants in a relationship is important and can prevent a situationship from occurring.
Marriage and productivity are discussed in this podcast episode, and how simply changing the title of a relationship does not necessarily enhance productivity.
A wedding planner shared a wild story about a potential deal breaker for a relationship involving catching one's partner being breastfed by their own mother, albeit an unconfirmed story.
Susan shares about an uncomfortable conversation with her friend Josh and her dream about an ex-boyfriend.
In this episode, the speaker highlights the importance of relationships and how every individual is in a relationship in some way or the other. The episode will shed light on two mindset shifts that can help people transform their relationships.
Travis tells his friends that Jodi broke into his Facebook and decides to break things off with her.
A conversation about exclusive relationships and doubts
The host discusses the purpose of her podcast and shares a personal story about her marriage and getting a rose trellis with her husband.
Learning and understanding your love language and your partner's love language can significantly improve communication in a relationship.
The speaker admits to not telling his wife about a secret he kept with a friend. He discusses the importance of keeping some secrets and the ways in which people prioritize secrets differently.
The hosts discuss the importance of honesty in relationships and how it can impact trust between partners.
Advice for how to manage spending extended periods of time together during quarantine as a couple and how this experience can strengthen a relationship.
The speaker shares how he is improving his communication skills with his partner by learning to listen without interrupting and acknowledging her feelings instead of getting defensive.
The biggest takeaway from the book 10 years ago was the fact that Warren had two wives, his first wife installed another person who hooked him up with another woman.
In this episode, Wade talks about his house breaking again and feeling useless as a partner with a pregnant Manny.
The speaker describes her efforts to keep things exciting in her sex life, including arranging for special treats and being attentive to her partner's needs.
A man complains about his girlfriend's spending habits, talks about his ongoing divorce, and attends his girlfriend's parents' annual Christmas party.
The speaker reflects on the difference between competition and relationships, and how the two don't always mix well. They share a personal experience of falling out with a friend over a competitive situation and admit that sometimes competition can be beneficial, but not at the cost of important relationships.
The speaker discusses how sometimes his wife's anger can be amusing to him, despite her genuine frustration.
The speaker discusses the pressure to conform to societal expectations in her relationship, specifically around issues of weight and appearance, and the impact that can have on relationships.
The speaker shares a story about navigating friendships with exes in a small community and the challenges it presents, including mapping out the avoidance at social events and still being invited for Sunday dinners.
A person shares their experience of struggling with trust issues in their relationship during the Covid-19 pandemic, leading to the decision to attend therapy.
The speaker discusses how some men engage in baby talk in their relationships, likening it to talking to a child or pet. She shares a personal experience with a former employee who spoke to her husband in baby talk throughout the day.
