The worst kinds of breakups are the murky ones. You think maybe you've been dumped, but you’re not totally sure. Or you know you’ve been dumped but still have so many questions, starting with: Why? Meredith learns the do’s and don’t’s of breaking up -- from the people who know best. Email us at loveletters@boston.com or find us online at loveletters.show.
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Apr 14
Why Don't Men Ask Questions?
Really? What’s up with that?Simone, a single mom in her 40s, wrote to the Love Letters advice column asking, “Why don’t men on dating apps ask me any questions?” Simone said these men are happy to answer questions about themselves, but they don’t ask anything in return.That means ... Show More
32m 31s
Jan 2025
10 Ways To Prevent A Bad Breakup
<p>Going through painful and unexpected breakups is the worst part of dating. It can cause emotional trauma, damaged self-esteem, and lots of wasted time. But by eliminating the wrong traits, and adopting the right ones, you can become the type of guy who never gets broken up wit ... Show More
47m 11s
Aug 2025
“I’ve Always Been Dumped”
A listener asks: is dating someone fresh out of a six-year relationship a red flag… or just real life? Kat and Latisha dive into emotional timelines, what really counts as a “rebound,” and why breakups aren’t always what they seem. Plus, Lastisha opens up about her own dating his ... Show More
7 m
Oct 2024
“Love Is a Brain Scam” | Heartbreak
<p>If you’ve ever lived, chances are you’ve loved someone or something. If you’ve ever loved, chances are you’ve had your heart broken to pieces. More Better listener Vivien wrote in to the pod this week asking for advice with just that — heartbreak. In response, Stephanie and Me ... Show More
38m 18s
Sep 2024
It's Me, Tinx Live: Live, Laugh, Lobotomy
<p>We're officially in purging season & I know this because we had so many calls about breakups! Today we cover everything from dealbreakers in relationships to building up the courage to break things off. We also talk about enjoying the present moment when you find someone new.< ... Show More
51m 27s
Jul 2025
How to Turn a Breakup Into a Positive Experience
<p>If you're facing a breakup or have just recently gone through one, your life starts to feel like it's falling apart. But the research shows that many times, our breakups can be an incredibly positive experience. In today's podcast, Gary and Adam discuss the scie ... Show More
41m 18s