Feb 5

#230: How Do I Know My New Partner Will Be Better Than My Last One? (Ask Steph)

In this Ask Steph episode, I respond to a listener question that will feel very familiar to anyone with anxious attachment: How can I be certain that my new partner will be better for me than my last one?On the surface, this question makes sense. After being hurt, blindsided, or ... Show More

6m 1s

Feb 3

#229: The Hallmarks of a Secure Relationship

A secure relationship isn’t one where nothing ever goes wrong — it’s one where the foundation is strong enough to hold the hard stuff. For many people (especially those with anxious attachment), insecurity doesn’t come from being “too sensitive,” but from being in dynamics that l ... Show More

19m 58s

Jan 29

#228: When You Want More Words of Affirmation — But Don’t Want to Ask (Ask Steph)

In this Ask Steph episode, I respond to a listener question about wanting more words of affirmation from a partner — but not wanting to feel like you're constantly asking for it. This is a really common tension, especially for people with anxious attachment. On one hand, words of ... Show More

7m 33s

Feb 2022

Experts React to Terrible Dating Advice - 12 Week Relationships Podcast #33

There's a lot of terrible dating advice out there. Many of them sound great and helpful at first but can in fact, damage your relationship instead. To clear the air, Pye and Dr. Glen offer their thoughts on some of the most popular dating tips and how they actually enable toxic b ... Show More

54m 50s

Aug 2021

advice session #13 (relationships)

hey guys, today we’re going to be doing an advice session completely dedicated to relationships because relationships are just my favorite thing to talk about in my personal life and on the podcast. i’m going to be giving you relationship advice to the best of my ability consider ... Show More

44m 21s

Jun 2016

Taking the opposite advice - I feel unlovable and unwanted

Anxiety, anger, sadness and other emotional advice on the internet seems to be the same where ever you look: Think positively, breathe, count to 10, etc. I'm generalizing of course, but many times, it'll seem like you're reading the same article over and over again, as if the inf ... Show More

1h 50m

Dec 2023

breakup advice (part 2: how to enjoy being single)

here we go, this is part two of breakup advice. this is about the equally challenging and arguably more complicated phase of the breakup. in some ways it's easier because you're through the thick of it. you've survived the first week or two after the breakup. but now you kind of ... Show More

51m 32s

Jan 2023

I Don’t Usually Share Advice Like This: 6 Lessons on Making Any Relationship Work

In this episode, I’m getting brutally honest with you about relationships. Our conversation begins with a question from a listener who asked me for advice on how to make your relationship go the distance in this messy modern world. I’ve alwa ... Show More

56m 39s

Jun 2022

This Advice Changed My Life | How I Met My Fiance - EP. 75 Veronica Bay

How to find true purpose in life, find a good partner, what women want in relationships and so much more.  50/50 relationships, when to get married, when to have kids, how to handle issues with your partner and more!  Veronica Bay joined us on our show and gav ... Show More

1h 12m

Aug 2023

What You Need to Know BEFORE You Get Into a Relationship | Matt Monday

Does your life need to be “figured out” before you find “The One”? This is the sort of advice married people LOVE to give: “Once you get your life together and you’re totally fulfilled and happy, the right person will come along.” It sounds good. But is it true? In t ... Show More

14m 33s

Apr 2021

Random romantic relationship questions answered

About 90% of the people that reach out to me have a question about their romantic relationship. That makes sense because relationships can be complex and tricky to navigate. In this episode, I tackle four relationship questions and share some of the lessons I've learned over the ... Show More

1h 14m

Sep 2021

Dating over 50: It's OK to be nervous, but don't let that stop you

Contemplating dating when you're 50 or older can feel daunting. But to find love, you usually have to date. In this episode, relationship experts give their best tips for figuring out what you want in a new relationship and getting back into the dating scene. Learn more about spo ... Show More

21m 46s

Jul 2022

#56: Is It Bad To Feel A Spark In A New Relationship?

Is it healthy to feel a spark in a brand new relationship? How can you tell if it's the good or the bad kind of "spark?" We live in a society of mixed messages about love and most of the time, it's just so confusing to figure out! So in this episode, we&apo ... Show More

18m 36s

#40: 5 Pieces of Unhelpful Relationship ...