Our loved ones are the people who are supposed to understand us. But what if they just...can't? Where do we turn then, and how do we fight the feelings of resentment that this lack of understanding can stir up? This episode was originally released November 11th, 2016.
Sep 19
Redux: Emotional Labor, The Invisible Work (Most) Women Do
This episode was originally released on May 5, 2018. Remembering the grocery list, coordinating with the babysitter, making food for the potluck, scheduling a get-together with the in-laws: These are some of the invisible tasks that (most) women exclusively do in their romantic r ... Show More
44m 5s
Aug 29
Rewind: The Stepchild's Dilemma
Whether you’re 5, 15, or 50 years old, it can be difficult to usher a stepparent in and out of the family unit. In today’s episode, the Sugars answer letters from stepchildren who have fraught relationships with their stepparents. This episode was originally released on April 28t ... Show More
45m 20s
Apr 2025
You Know They’re Wrong for You… So Why Can’t You Let Them Go?
<p>Are you stuck in a cycle of tolerating disrespect or avoiding tough conversations? </p><br><p>In this episode of <em>Love Life</em>, Matthew, Audrey, and Stephen dive into why so many of us stay in challenging relationships—whether romantic, familial, or platonic—for far ... Show More
1h 5m
Jun 2023
Why Do We Feel Misunderstood By Friends?
Do you feel lonely even though you have friends surrounding you? Do you feel as if you're always on the search for a deeper connection? In this episode, we talk about feeling misunderstood, alone, and how to stay connected to friends despite distance. Learn more about your ad cho ... Show More
28m 13s