In every relationship we have, we often set expectations. When these expectations aren’t met, we feel unloved and uncared for. And sometimes, we feel that it’s not working and that it isn’t true love.
What we fail to realize is that our expectations are based on our standards, our own ideals, our own terms. OURS, not theirs. It’s one sided. We want the oth ... Show More
Today
5 Signs Someone Is Draining Your Energy (And What to Do About It)
Jay explores how draining relationships can quietly take a toll on our bodies, minds, and emotional well-being, leaving us depleted before a conversation even begins and carrying its weight long after it ends. He breaks down five signs of chronic relational stress, from managing ... Show More
34m 23s
Oct 7
Sabrina Zohar: How to Stop Chasing People Who Don’t Want You
Jay sits down with dating and relationship coach Sabrina Zohar to unpack why we chase the familiar over the safe, how childhood attachment shapes adult dating patterns, and the real difference between boundaries and walls. Together they dig into anxious-avoidant dynamics, chemist ... Show More
1h 26m
May 2024
458: When Expectations Are Not Met
We all have expectations for our lives and relationships. When our expectations are not met is usually when we are most disappointed, upset, angry, insert negative emotion here. So what do we do? A good place to start is to learn what realistic expectations are for your relations ... Show More
38m 57s
May 2021
It's Never Perfect- And That's Okay
In this episode, we'll be talking about how things never feel 100% perfect, even when you meet your amazing person. Many people have big expectations about what it will look and feel like when you finally meet your match, and those expectations prevent us from being with people t ... Show More
13m 1s
Dec 2024
2420: Are My Expectations Too High by Alysha Jeney of Modern Love Counseling on Self-Love and Authentic Connections
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2420: Alysha Jeney challenges us to explore the roots of our expectations in relationships, distinguishing between healthy ... Show More
10m 10s