In this week's podcast episode, I talk about the difference between needs and expectations. Understanding this distinction can alleviate anxiety and create more fulfilling relationships.
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Nov 2
Anxious vs. Avoidant Attachment: Why You Keep Having the Same Argument
One of you wants to talk, the other pulls away and somehow you’re having the same argument again. In this episode, we explore the anxious–avoidant cycle, with personal reflections and relatable examples of how it unfolds. Learn how to ask for connection, communicate your need for ... Show More
17m 19s
Oct 14
Emotional Awareness Versus Emotional Maturity
You know your attachment style and understand your triggers, but still fall into the same patterns. In this episode, I share personal experiences and relatable examples to explore emotional awareness versus emotional maturity, and how to move from explaining your reactions to pau ... Show More
15m 48s
Oct 8
Your Needs Are Valid...And So Are Their Limits
Are you asking for too much or asking someone who can’t give you what you need? In this episode, we explore the difference between valid needs and unrealistic expectations, how to ask without pressuring, and when to accept someone’s limits or walk away. Your needs matter. So does ... Show More
12m 38s
Jun 2025
#51: "Am I being unreasonable?" - Realistic & Unrealistic Expectations in Dating & Relationships
In this episode, we dive into one of the most confusing and emotionally charged questions in relationships: “Am I asking for too much?”Whether you’ve felt guilty for needing more closeness, unsure about asking for more emotional connection, or confused when to expect what in dati ... Show More
1 h
Mar 2023
say goodbye to ANXIOUS ATTACHMENT
You asked and I delivered, this has been my most requested episode topic. In this episode, I teach you the step-by-step process of going from anxiously attached to being confidently secure in your relationships. It is time for you to take them off the pedestal, learn to self-soot ... Show More
27m 44s
Feb 2025
Needs, wants, and desires: The missing piece in relationship communication
<p><strong>Have you ever felt like your partner just doesn’t get what you need? </strong>Maybe you’ve asked for something (more than once!) and felt crushed when they didn’t follow through. It’s frustrating, right? In this episode, we’re diving into the tricky—but super important ... Show More
37m 40s