Mary shares her candid thoughts on modern dating, relationships, marriage and how to approach romantic love with self-love. From the age-old debate about who should pay for the first date to the importance of embodying the qualities you seek in a partner, this episode is filled with honest reflections and thought-provoking insights. Mary challenges traditional relationship narratives, encourages self-reflection, and reminds us that love is not the only path to a fulfilling life.

You will learn about...

why the person who makes the invitation should pay for the date (and why this often falls on men)
the unseen emotional and energetic labor women contribute to relationships
the importance of becoming the person you want to be with
rethinking the idea that relationships must be hard work
why love alone is not always enough

Remember: You teach people how to treat you by how you treat yourself.

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