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Feb 3
Episode 472: Why Being Loved Doesn’t Always Feel Like Love
You can be deeply loved—and still not feel it. In this episode, we’re exploring the gap between being loved and feeling loved, the myths that keep love from landing, and how modern life can amplify disconnection. If you’ve ever felt unseen, insecure, or lonely inside an otherwise ... Show More
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Episode 471: Letting Go Of Someone You Can’t Let Go Of
Limerence is an intense state of romantic preoccupation where someone takes over your thoughts and emotions. It can feel exhilarating and even spark new love. But it can also become unhealthy, especially when the feelings are unrequited, inappropriate, or tied to someone who is u ... Show More
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Have you ever been unable to stop thinking about someone? They’re the first thing on your mind when you wake up and the last before you fall asleep. When they text, you’re ecstatic. When they don’t, you feel deflated. That experience has a name: limerence. In this episode, we unp ... Show More
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<p>This week, we're sharing an episode of another podcast called Curious State that looks into how friends-with-benefits relationships work. Have you ever had a so-called "friends with benefits" relationship? How did that go for you? Did you get what you expected from the relatio ... Show More
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125. Qualities of a Healthy Friendship: Part 1
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249: All About Sex Therapy
Most of us have a rough idea what traditional couples therapy looks like. However, sex therapy for couples seems to be less well known. Listen to today's show to learn more about sex therapy and how it can help your relationship. In this episode, we discuss relationship advice to ... Show More
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<p>L’amitié est souvent traitée de façon secondaire par rapport à l’amour. Pourtant, nos relations amicales constituent l’un des ingrédients majeurs pour vivre une vie épanouie et de plus en plus d’études montrent que la qualité de nos relations sociales est l’un des facteurs les ... Show More
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How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make and Keep Friends | Dr. Marisa G. Franco
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94: How Netflix Can Improve Your Relationship
Suzanne Degges-White, PhD, is professor and chair of the Department of Counseling, Adult and Higher Education at Northern Illinois University. She earned her PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is a licensed counselor ... Show More
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87: What Straight Couples Can Learn From Gay Relationships
In today's episode we cover relationship topics that include: The importance of recognizing the gender expectations we project onto our partners. How straight couples can learn from gay men's greater openness toward sexuality. The key to arguing in a productive manner. Working to ... Show More
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Oct 2021
126. Qualities of a Healthy Friendship: Part 2
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In this episode, I'm finishing up my conversation with my best friend Ebony regarding all things friendship. We're continuing to answer your questions about these relationships, and we're giving our advice on some common friendship issues that c ... Show More
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253: How To Have Better Sex Now!
Sex is an important part of any healthy relationship. Listen to this episode for some great new tips on how to improve your sex life, especially during these challenging times. In this episode, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to improve your sex life if yo ... Show More
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Aug 2020
263: Using Attachment Theory to Understand Ourselves and Our Partner
Become A Love Tribe Member Today — When you become a Love Tribe Member, you'll gain access to exclusive, ad-free content not available on our regular, free feed. The membership provides you even more amazing and actionable relationship advice from the world's leading experts. Sig ... Show More
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More than 60% of American adults say they’ve had sex with a friend in the past year, a number that has increased considerably over the last two decades. Despite the fact that sex between friends is so common, it’s not something people often discuss. Can you go back to being just friends afterwards? And how do you approach sex with a friend withou ... Show More
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In this episode, I'm joined by my best friend Ebony to talk about all things friendship. She's answering tons of your questions about these relationships, and we're really diving into what makes them special. </span></p> <p><span style="font-wei ... Show More
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p><em>---</em></p> <p><br /></p> <p>Did you know that having friends can make you less depressed? One survey found that the average American had ... Show More
