logo
episode-header-image
May 14
44m 4s

I Called Off My Engagement (ft. Lauren)

Alex Cooper
About this episode

Join Alex and Lauren for a deep conversation about why Lauren ended her relationship right before the proposal. The girls talk about feeling pressured to stick to a timeline, the difference between compromise and giving up the life you want, how to find confidence being single, and the ways your friends can support you through tough times. Enjoy!


 

Up next
Jul 4
RuPaul: Blocking Out the Bullshit (FBF)
Join Alex in the studio for a very raw interview with RuPaul! Alex and RuPaul discuss when he feels his most confident and why he prefers to be alone. RuPaul talks about his childhood and how he always knew he was different from the other kids. He opens up about his parents’ brok ... Show More
51m 30s
Jul 2
Charlize Theron: I Don’t Need a Man
Join Alex in the studio for an interview with Charlize Theron. Charlize discusses her current approach to dating, being a single mom, and why marriage isn’t necessarily for her. She also opens up about her therapy journey, navigating power imbalances in Hollywood, and finding hea ... Show More
1h 25m
Jun 29
Summer Flings vs. Situationships
Join Alex as she breaks down the difference between a vacation romance and a summer fling, plus how to avoid ending up in a situationship. She shares her guide to staying casual with a hookup buddy, and reminds us why you need to cut it off at the three month mark. Alex also give ... Show More
52m 57s
Recommended Episodes
Aug 2023
#179 Listener Episode: Realizing You Aren't Happy in the Relationship
In today's listener episode I interviewed Lauren and heard about her relationship and breakup story that happened last year. She was with her ex for 7 years and about 6 years into the relationship she realized she was not happy but kept trying to ignore it so she could stay i ... Show More
35m 25s
Oct 2024
269: Commitment Q&A with Matt, Audrey and Stephen!
This week Stephen sits down with Matt and Audrey to talk about all things commitment (including some questions about their own relationship!)  Topics include: Why people fear commitment Why choosing your partner feels so high stakes What makes sharing your life feel harder in 202 ... Show More
41m 55s
Nov 2024
Lori Gottlieb: 7 Answers to Dating Questions You’re Afraid to Ask & How to Break Free from Relationship Timelines
Have you ever felt stuck in a negative relationship cycle? Have you ever struggled with setting boundaries in your relationships? Today, Jay welcomes back a community favorite, the renowned psychotherapist, bestselling author, and podcast host Lori Gottlieb, for an insightful cha ... Show More
1h 23m
Jul 7
engaged + unbothered | brooke schofield
The two talk Love Island obsessions, why getting hate online hits differently now, and how Brooke’s fiancé makes her feel like a princess. Get ready to laugh, cry, and immediately want to be best friends with Brooke. 
1h 1m
Dec 2024
Should You Wait for Your Partner to Get Their Life Together?
When you’re ambitious and driven, what do you do if your partner isn’t quite on the same path? This week, we’re diving into a listener’s story about dating since childhood and navigating a relationship where career goals and ambition are creating tension. 💡 What We’ll Cover: • H ... Show More
44m 46s
Aug 2024
54: Emma and Matt Willis talk couple's therapy, kids and an EMBARRASSING proposal
Jamie and Sophie are SO EXCITED to welcome Matt and Emma Willis to the studio! Having been married for sixteen years, Matt and Emma give our NewlyWeds some top tips for a long and happy marriage. The foursome connect over awkward proposals, couple's therapy, and even their Birmin ... Show More
54m 34s
Nov 2024
#23 - The REAL Reason Your Relationships Keep Falling Apart
In this week’s episode of Finding The One, Danny and Jen don’t hold back as they dive into the messy reality of relationship conflict. After a tough night dealing with their daughter’s fever, they start unpacking a common pattern they keep seeing: that back-and-forth cycle of int ... Show More
46m 49s
Jun 13
GIRL TALK Q&A: toxic friends, dating drama, healthy relationships, goals and self love [PART 7]
ITS THAT TIME AGAIN GIRLIES! I'm answering all of your juicy dilemmas and sharing real advice you can actually use. from calling out red flags in relationships, dealing with toxic friendships, and setting boundaries, to healing your self-esteem, building confidence, and learning ... Show More
27m 30s
Aug 2024
Madison Got Engaged, How to Know if He’s “The One”, Work Wives, Love, Drama and More - EP. 32
This episode we talk about Madison's engagement story and how she knew he was the one. We discuss signs to look out for when choosing a partner and how to avoid a lifetime of misery. Enjoy xoxo 
41m 54s
May 5
(Matt Monday): Why the Best People Fall for Emotionally Unavailable Partners
Why do amazing people—kind, self-aware, emotionally intelligent—keep falling for partners who can’t meet them halfway? In this week’s video, we uncover the five reasons behind this painful cycle and how to finally break free. From the scarcity mindset to the addictive highs and l ... Show More
12m 30s