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May 2024

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#72 - Is it Normal For Healthy Love to F...

About this episode

Have you ever felt bored in your relationship and worried that something is wrong? Maybe you’ve wondered “is this normal, shouldn’t things feel more exciting than this?” I’ve been there, and this has been a trigger I have struggled with myself, so I wanted to explore it more.

In this episode, I explore:

3 reasons why healthy love can feel boring
What inner work you can do if you feel disappointed by boredom
What actions you can take in your relationship if you feel bored

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