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.
Malcolm Gladwell discusses his thoughts on vulnerability, the importance of agility in life and personal growth, and the complexity of understanding what love truly is.
The red pill space is one of the only places where men can speak openly about their perspectives on women and relationships, but the speaker believes that the main issue with this community is that many of the participants are not alpha males.
Lex Fridman and guest discuss the balance between pursuing one's passions and maintaining fulfilling relationships, including advice on how to manage time when raising a family.
The speaker shares a mental exercise to identify the most awesome people, regardless of their public presence, by finding individuals who have similar interests, goals, and values, and matching them as a couple. Bill and Melinda Gates and Jeff and Mackenzie Bezos are highlighted as examples of awesome couples.
Starting a relationship while one partner is in the military can be challenging due to various factors such as long-distance, lack of time, and unpredictable situations. It's important to assess whether both partners are ready and able to handle the challenges that come with it.
A conversation about a friend's affair and the potential compensation of Chili's gift cards.
The speaker questions whether Susan is trying to hide her relationship with Roger as she speaks to her mom while at his house, and also wonders if her relationship with the boy ended because she was nodding to Roger.
Marike shares how her mother's coma changed her perspective on family and on her own thoughts about the end of her life.
A conversation is described where a friend tries to talk to Jonathan about his relationship issues, but the communication is hampered by the excessive use of "like".
The speaker discusses how he finds couples therapy helpful in accepting his physical appearance to his wife, who sees physical attraction akin to fitness.
The speaker discusses how sexual tension can lead to infidelity in relationships and advises someone to tell a person to kick their partner out of the house to avoid cheating.
The podcast discusses the significance of cultivating relationships in the midst of the pandemic and how they have been affected by this global crisis.
Tim Ferriss discusses the importance of complementary personality traits and strengths/weaknesses in a relationship, and describes the types of women he enjoys spending time with and learning from.
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 talks about his relationship with a wise person, Toni, who he spoke to for an hour on the phone around five or six times a week and whom he remembers fondly.
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.
A man ignored a woman for months until he called her one night, but she had already surpassed him in her career. The speaker doesn't provide details on some early British films.
Building meaningful relationships while striving for personal goals can positively impact physical health and overall success. Focusing solely on achievement can lead to increased levels of inflammation and a toll on mental health.
The speaker talks about how he felt guilty for causing negativity in his relationship and how he realized that he needed to let go of the past in order to move forward and let go of the negativity.
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 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 hosts discuss the benefits and drawbacks of working with a spouse, including the challenges of separating work and personal life, the potential for shared goals and collaboration, and the importance of liking each other as individuals.
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.
The speaker talks about how their partner hits them with stressful conversations right before bedtime and mentions the trend of boudoir photos as a possible solution. An ad for refinancing student loans is briefly mentioned.
The hosts discuss watching their wedding night video message to themselves and how its message carries weight years after their wedding day. They also reflect on how thoughts of leaving your partner are common in relationships, even in successful ones.
The Surfing Pastor Rob Bell defines success as leaving a room with more people in it than when you started. The key to healing and attracting a fulfilling relationship is getting clear on your values, vision and the lifestyle you want in your life.
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 speaker shares his confused thoughts involving past relationships and current observations, including a strange realization about a crossword puzzle.
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 describes someone’s suspicious behavior and how they sent insensitive text messages to the family of a deceased loved one, and the speaker denies being the reason for other people's breakups and divorces.
Saying no to loved ones can be difficult and disappointing, but it is still necessary in some cases. Disappointing someone now may make things better in the long run.
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 podcast host talks about how a dog's behavior, such as cuddling or showing affection to a partner during sex, can be misinterpreted as a deeper relationship, leading to complications in a romantic relationship.
The transcript discusses the feeling of meeting the person you know you will marry and the anxiety surrounding finding a life partner.
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.
Carla and Paul got engaged, and despite initial excitement from both families, their relationship turned into a cycle of verbal abuse followed by forgiveness.
The podcast host shares her experience of feeling uncomfortable when she first moved into her new place as she would be around a bunch of people who had slept with her husband before her.
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.
In this conversation, the speaker shares how they prefer settled and resolved endings to friendships, and how they cope with unresolved ones.
Marriage and productivity are discussed in this podcast episode, and how simply changing the title of a relationship does not necessarily enhance productivity.
Susan shares about an uncomfortable conversation with her friend Josh and her dream about an ex-boyfriend.
The lack of intimacy and financial security can cause issues in a relationship, regardless of other positive aspects. Self-deprecation and lack of communication can also contribute to the problem.
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.
The speaker shares her experiences with troublesome relationships and the ridiculous excuses her partner gave her, including the "IHOP story", highlighting that many people can relate to such relationships or have had a friend who has been in one.
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.
This podcast episode discusses the challenges of dealing with needy individuals and the importance of setting boundaries. The speaker shares personal experiences and offers advice on how to interact with needy people without compromising your own well-being.
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 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.
In this snippet, the speaker discusses the process of unkoupling, including the freedom it can bring and the necessary emotions that come with it.
Catherine's mother warned her future husband, David, that he better watch out because Catherine was a physically dominant figure who was not afraid to get physical with men. Despite the warning, they still got married.
The project becomes a source of tension between two characters in the transcript, which also affects their other 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 difficulty of avoiding emotional attachment in a situationship where you spend time with and open up to the other person, and advises against staying in a situationship if it causes anxiety and the desire for clear answers.
The hosts discuss the discomfort that can arise when you unexpectedly bump into an ex's new partner and the various mindsets that can help navigate the situation.
Micah's friend disapproves of her relationship and Micah suggests that she should be more accepting. However, Micah has a history of attracting friends who exhibit mean girl behavior.
The speaker discusses the dynamics of a past relationship and the potential issues therein. They also mention wearing their ex-partner's clothes.
