The speaker talks about their relationship with someone they were close to, and how they felt like it might have been evolving into something more.
This study suggests that individuals who require a lot of self-expansion stimulation from their significant other are more inclined to find potential partners outside of the relationship as attractive due to their perception of self being shaped by interactions with their significant other. This also implies that self-confidence independent of self-expansion stimulation from a partner may lead to a more stable relationship.
In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss the concept of-resparkling, a term they got from Julia Roberts, which refers to taking time away from your partner to reignite your spark and appreciate what you have. They advise imagining life without your partner to realize how much you value them.
The speaker shares his thoughts on the importance of experiencing uncertainty in relationships and the benefits it can bring in taking them to the next level. He also emphasizes how having a supportive partner can help us achieve our best selves in all areas of life.
A speaker describes their struggle with perfectionism and how it affected their dating life.
The speaker reflects on the purpose of having a dog instead of a child, as it provides a sense of care and protection that can be beneficial to adults without children.
Being honest and communicating openly in relationships can avoid hurting others with unnecessary excuses or lies, and ultimately benefit personal growth through self-awareness.
In this snippet, a speaker discusses their preference for a certain sexual act and their partner's reluctance to participate.
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.
The speaker shares about the benefits of finding a supportive relationship in boosting confidence and balancing a busy career, acknowledging the challenge of maintaining a relationship while traveling for work.
This podcast explores societal pressure to be in a relationship vs. finding a relationship organically.
The podcast discusses the difference between accepting and loving people versus wanting to change them. It stresses the importance of connection, acceptance, and love in building closer relationships with people.
The podcast discusses the all-consuming nature of first love and how it affects people to the point of ignoring their own life for the sake of the relationship.
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 how to navigate relationships and abuse, based on their personal experiences with fame and dating. They also mention consulting with friends about who they should talk to or hang out with.
The speaker recounts an awkward moment during intimacy with his girlfriend when they were talking about past sexual experiences and his girlfriend compared his penis to a unicorn, causing the mood to shift and become uncomfortable.
The podcast discusses how to identify healthy relationships by paying attention to the way people behave under stress and noting red flags such as insecurity and disrespectful behavior.
The speaker reflects on allowing themselves to be treated poorly in a past relationship and often thinks about it late at night.
This transcript discusses the challenges of apologies and communication in a relationship, specifically how one partner may feel compelled to apologize after a conversation that wasn't resolved, leading to resentment.
Join Rosie O'Donnell as she interviews survivors who have navigated through toxic relationships and shares their process of healing, with a focus on highlighting red flags and spotting narcissists before they can cause harm.
The speaker talks about the benefits and opportunities that come with both wanting to get back together and parting ways with a past relationship. The conversation also touches on manifesting what one wants in a relationship and in life.
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.
The relationship between Lottie and Mark raises concerns due to their differences in age, experience, and distance, with no face-to-face interaction, and Mark having to stand outside to talk to her.
The speaker talks about how being unsure of priorities and feeling unappreciated in friendships or relationships can create problems. Giving back may be difficult in friendships because of the nature of the relationship.
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.
Jules and Khalilah discuss the concept of favoritism in relationships, particularly between siblings, and the importance of fairness.
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.
In this podcast, the guest discusses the traditional mindset of prioritizing relationships over work and the idea that successful marriages can start off imperfectly. Examples are given of the commitment and work that goes into maintaining a healthy relationship.
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.
A person begins to question the wording a friend uses when talking about their new relationship and the behavior requested by their partner.
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.
In this episode, the host talks about the importance of choosing a compatible partner by sharing a story of a wealthy couple who divorced because the wife made the mistake of cheating on her husband. She also shares how her husband complements her by enjoying doing things she hates, like technical tasks such as managing emails.
The speaker denies being clingy or pestering his ex-girlfriend when she ended the relationship or took a break. They remained friends and talked about things like people they met at their jobs.
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.
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the common issue of grumpiness in relationships and provide tips for dealing with it.
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.
A woman expresses concern about her partner's drinking habits, which seem to have started around the same time he began having an affair. The couple moved to a new town to escape the affair, but the drinking persisted.
Marriage and productivity are discussed in this podcast episode, and how simply changing the title of a relationship does not necessarily enhance productivity.
The hosts discuss how their past experiences have influenced their present relationships and how it's important to not judge or hold it against your partner.
The speaker shares her experience of living with a partner who didn't share her love language and how it impacted their daily lives.
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.
A man's girlfriend's ex proposed a collaboration and a simultaneous livestream on TikTok and YouTube after discovering their YouTube channel through her. This was suggested three hours after a conversation with the man about the presence of the ex in their lives.
A girl shares on TikTok a story about a guy who lied to her and gave her a gift she didn't like, causing issues in their relationship. The lie and not listening to your partner's preferences can create problems in relationships.
Travis tells his friends that Jodi broke into his Facebook and decides to break things off with her.
The podcast discusses the issues with living arrangements and relationships, citing an example of a couple that spends most of their time in one partner's apartment despite the poor living conditions caused by the other partner's roommates.
Feeling safe in a relationship is crucial and it's natural to find attributes like strength and protectiveness attractive, without those traits indicating violence or aggression.
The host discusses the purpose of her podcast and shares a personal story about her marriage and getting a rose trellis with her husband.
The speaker discusses their relationship struggles, including moving in with their mom, attending church, and arguing about putting cake on each other's faces at their wedding. However, the relationship took a turn for the worse when the partner got mad and did not want to be in the same room with the speaker.
The speaker comments on a friend's taste in women, describing it as being rough, tattooed, and overweight. They then make a remark about being in a bad place while under the influence of mushrooms.
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.
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 shares their experience of feeling like they disappointed their past partners, but expresses their devotion to their current relationship which started during quarantine through playing video games online.
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.
Blake apologizes to Yana while they are out shopping for a stroller with her mom, Olga. Olga notices that Blake is extra stressed and wants to be there for her daughter during this difficult time.
In this transcript snippet, the speaker discusses a situation where a person doesn't regret breaking up with their partner over a van, but is still reminded of their single status when they see them.
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 expresses frustration about being yelled at by their partner for work-related issues outside of the workplace, questioning if this behavior is due to expectation or reciprocation for a similar offense in their personal relationship.
The speaker discusses the potential negative impact of couples heavily relying on social media to communicate and display their affection, citing it as a red flag for a dysfunctional relationship.
