This week, we're sharing an episode of Curious State about how friends-with-benefits relationships work.
Feb 4
How to speak up in a meeting
549. Meetings are everywhere—from work and faculty meetings to HOAs and book clubs. But speaking up can feel intimidating, especially if you struggle with social anxiety, perfectionism, or power dynamics. In this episode, we unpack why staying silent feels safer and why it rarely ... Show More
5m 38s
Jan 28
How to deal with the midlife crisis (Reissue)
113. This week, Savvy Psychologist Dr. Ellen Hendriksen channels her best Talking Heads and asks, on behalf of every middle-aged adult: "How did I get here?" Plus, Dr. Hendriksen explains why time seems to fly as we get older. Find Dr. Ellen Hendriksen on Substack. Find a transcr ... Show More
10m 27s
Jan 21
How to know you did a good job (without asking for approval)
548. In a culture of likes, reviews, and constant comparison, deciding if you’ve "done well" can feel impossible. This week, interim host Dr. Ellen Hendriksen unpacks the trap of tying your value to others’ approval. She explores when external evaluation works and when it emphati ... Show More
8m 22s
Aug 2023
Best Of: Are You Benefitting from Your Friends With Benefits?
([TW: SA] If you would like to skip this portion of the episode, please skip through: 21:25-22:00) Let’s talk friends with benefits. Somewhere between a relationship and a situationship, you’ve got FWBs... And in my view, they’re a completely valid relationship model. But let’s b ... Show More
40m 54s
Mar 2022
Friends With Benefits: A Guide
Are you cut out for friends with benefits? If you crave regular sex, but don’t have capacity for a full-on relationship, an FWB arrangement could be just what the doctor ordered. But there’s a lot you should know before diving in!
For some, FWB’s can be a super satisfying way to ... Show More
41m 14s
Apr 2022
#293 - Signs of a Healthy Relationship
A happy, loving, healthy relationship is the most valuable thing you can have. But so many people struggle in this area, and without understanding the signs of a healthy relationship, it’s hard to know how to begin making it better.
This podcast will teach you all about the fun ... Show More
1h 6m
Mar 2023
Episode 174: When Being Single Is Awesome
<p>The number of American adults living single has been on the rise for years. Part of this increase has been driven by a growing number of folks who simply prefer the single life. And, for them, being single can be awesome. At the same time, though, some singles don’t want ... Show More
29m 30s