Podcasts about situationships

Have you ever wondered, “Why is this so hard to let go of when I know it is not right for me?”. In part 8 of our relationship series, we explore one of the most disorienting emotional experiences in relationships: The moment you realize you are not just losing a person, but a future you built in your mind.In this episode, we talk about what happens when clarity finally cuts through hope, and why that moment often feels worse before it feels better. We explore the quiet grief of realizing someone is exactly who they've been showing you, and the exhaustion of holding on to the version of the relationship you wanted it to become.We also go deeper into something many people don't have language for: ambiguous loss. That confusing space where nothing fully ended, but something still feels gone. Situationships, emotionally unavailable partners, and relationships without clear closure can leave us grieving something that never fully materialized, which is often the hardest kind of grief to name.From there, we unpack the difference between acceptance and settling, and what it actually means to see reality clearly without abandoning yourself in the process. And finally, we look at what becomes possible when you stop spending all your energy hoping, fixing, and waiting, and start redirecting that energy back into your own life.Get 20% off today at https://aquatru.com with promo code SHTCEDownload HILY Dating App from the App Store or Google Play, or visit https://hily.go.link/d31uDDISCLAIMER: This podcast offers information for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a qualified mental health provider for medical or mental health concerns. The host, guests, and network disclaim responsibility for any decisions or actions you make based on information provided by this podcast.TDM-RESERVATION: 1. NOAI: TRUE. LEGAL NOTICE & TERMS OF USE: © 2026 WAVE Podcast Network. This content is for personal use only. Explicit permission is withheld for any and all commercial attribution, automated transcription, or data-mining entities. Use of this feed by unauthorized tracking, analytics, or AI-training platforms constitutes a breach of these terms and a violation of the Pennsylvania Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance Control Act (WESCA), the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), and the 2026 Training Data Transparency Act (AB 2013). Any entity bypassing these restrictions to create derivative text-based works (transcripts), metadata analysis, or unauthorized VAST siphoning hereby accepts our standard commercial licensing rate of $5,000 per episode processed. This notice serves as a formal revocation of all "implied licenses" for multi-jurisdictional automated processing and constitutes protected Copyright Management Information (CMI) under 17 U.S.C. § 1202.Billing Code: EP153-06/11/26/TCE-BILL-ACCEPTEDSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A situationship is not a modern dating phenomenon. It is the perfect adult re-creation of an inconsistent childhood attachment, where intermittent emotional reward becomes the only way the nervous system recognizes love.This video walks through the real psychology behind situationships and the childhood blueprint living underneath both partners. If you keep ending up with people who almost commit and never quite do, this names the intermittent reinforcement wound from childhood that is running the chase.Kenny Weiss is the creator of the Worst Day Cycle™, the Authentic Self Cycle™, and the Emotional Authenticity Method™. This teaching maps situationships to the survival persona, the love addict and love avoidant dynamic, trauma chemistry, and blueprint collision in relationships.A situationship is rarely a modern dating problem. It is the adult expression of intermittent childhood reinforcement, the same variable-ratio reward schedule casinos use to keep gamblers at slot machines. When a child receives warmth at random intervals, the brain learns to chase rather than rest.The person who stays in a situationship is almost always running an anxious-attached wound, reaching for the inconsistent parent through an inconsistent adult. The person who will not commit is almost always running a fearful-avoidant wound, protecting against the engulfing parent by leaving before being absorbed.Trauma chemistry is not love, it is wound recognition. A nervous system that learned love as adrenaline cannot taste safety as love. A consistent partner feels boring, like there is no spark, because a body calibrated to chaos misreads peace as absence.The Emotional Authenticity Method™ addresses the situationship pattern at the blueprint level. Its six steps trace the chase feeling from somatic down-regulation through earliest memory to Feelization, where the body builds a new emotional addiction to the Authentic Self instead of to the next text.Kenny Weiss is a relationship, communication, and childhood trauma recovery specialist and the creator of the Worst Day Cycle™, the Authentic Self Cycle™, and the Emotional Authenticity Method™. He is the author of Your Journey To Success and Your Journey To Being Yourself.TOPICS COVERED: situationship, situationships, why am I stuck in a situationship, situationship vs relationship, intermittent reinforcement, trauma chemistry, anxious attachment, fearful avoidant, unavailable partner, love addict, love avoidant, blueprint collision, Worst Day Cycle, Authentic Self Cycle, Emotional Authenticity Method, Kenny Weiss, survival persona0:00 — Why You Keep Telling Yourself This Is Modern Dating1:30 — The Client Who Could Not Reach the Nice Guys3:30 — Intermittent Reinforcement and the Slot Machine Brain6:30 — Why Safety Has No Flavor When Adrenaline Was Love9:00 — The Fearful-Avoidant on the Other Side of the Dyad11:30 — The Worst Day Cycle Inside a Situationship14:00 — Why Communicate Your Needs Has Never Worked15:30 — The Authentic Self Cycle Inside This Pattern18:00 — The Emotional Authenticity Method as the Unplug21:00 — Identity Close

The chemistry was chemistry-ing. Brent says his first date with Allison in San Jose was full of laughs, easy conversation, and all the signs of a second date. Then she hit him with the ultimate plot twist: complete silence. What happened?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Alyssa and Nadia finally get into the topic Alyssa has been trying to crack open for months, Nadia's love life. What started as a casual mention, "don't make a big deal out of this, but I'm going on a third date," has since turned into something real, and this episode is basically the full update.Alyssa starts by breaking down the modern dating vocabulary she had to learn in real time. Where her generation had “going steady,” Nadia's world has a whole ladder of stages, talking, dating, exclusive, official. From the outside it can feel confusing or noncommittal, but Nadia explains why those steps actually make sense and how things naturally shift as feelings change. From there they get into how it all started. A Hinge match in February, a first date, and a third date that felt different enough that Nadia had to say something. Nadia talks about what made her nervous, not safety stuff, just the vulnerability of getting to know someone after a long stretch of being comfortable on her own.The episode gets warmer and more reflective when Alyssa asks what made this particular person easy to talk to. Nadia points to compatible personalities and a shared Bay Area background, something she didn't realize mattered until it did. Alyssa connects it to her own relationship with Nadia's dad and how small points of connection quietly build something bigger over time.The practical side gets addressed too. He graduated and moved back to the Bay Area while Nadia is still in Boston for co-op, studying for the MCATs, and figuring out her next semester. Long distance isn't the plan, it's just the current situation. But since home is the same place for both of them, it doesn't really feel like an ending, more like a pause.The episode wraps up with Alyssa floating the idea of DMing him or his mom for a coffee date, Nadia drawing a very firm line, and a rare public shoutout to Sean, who apparently gave his blessing for all of this.TakeawaysThe modern dating timeline has more stages than previous generations had words for and that's not confusion, it's just how things work nowGoing in with no expectations can actually be a healthy way to approach dating, especially when feelings genuinely evolve over timeThe fear of vulnerability after a long period of being single is just as real as any other kind of dating anxietyHaving people in your corner, roommates, friends, even a very invested mom, can make the difference between giving up and giving it a shotShared background and cultural touchstones create an ease that's hard to explain but impossible to ignoreA situationship is only frustrating when nothing comes out of it. When something does, it just becomes the beginningLong distance is more manageable when home is the same place for both peopleThere's a real difference between a parent being involved because they're pushy and a parent being involved because they genuinely want to share in the good stuffSometimes the reason you never talked about your dating life on the podcast is simply that there was nothing worth saying until there wasChapters0:10 – 1:24 — Catching Up and Setting the Stage1:24 – 4:15 — Third Date Energy, How This All Started4:15 – 7:00 — Dating Vocab Then vs. Now7:00 – 9:35 — Being the Last Single One in the Apartment9:35 – 12:00 — What Was Actually Scary About It12:00 – 15:20 — Why He Was Easy to Talk To15:20 – 18:10 — What Shared Background Actually Does for a Relationship18:10 – 21:00 — Long Distance (Sort Of)21:00 – 23:55 — Situationships, Labels, and Why Nadia Doesn't Love That Word23:55 – 27:47 — The Official Shoutout, the Coffee Date Offer, and Signing Off650.701.7686 (o)650.332.2739 (f)510.673.8712 (m)Sports & Dance Rehab | Pilates | Group ClassesOn the Move Physical Therapy501-D Old County Rd. Belmont, CA 94002web - http://www.onthemovephysio.comemail - alyssa@onthemovephysio.comIG - https://www.instagram.com/onthemovephysio

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The one that could've been always hurts. Situationships that never made it to the dating stage. Right person, wrong time. We've heard it all before. we dive into our personal stories and thoughts of why we hold on to people that we never dated. Tune in now to hear our thoughts!Make sure to tell us your experiences as well!Like, comment and subscribe!_________________________Listen to our podcast down below!Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0X9Yu9OswibttcSTSA0zA1?si=23bcfd6c24ab44a4&nd=1&dlsi=ce6644aff89342a9Apple music: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-booth/id1610658474_________________________Follow our socials!DominicYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7YzUFjmpwHJZGzHF9W9BATiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@domdjesusKenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kensyeux/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kensyeux

In Season 10, Episode 4 of PSA: The Mental Health Podcast, Izzy Baker sits down with sexual wellness expert and CEO of Promescent, Jeff Abraham, for one of the most honest, funny, educational, and necessary conversations yet about sex, porn, situationships, masculinity, sexual wellness, emotional health, and why so many people seem trapped in cycles of lust, loneliness, and low emotional discipline. If you've ever struggled with porn, situationships, sexual frustration, performance anxiety, confidence, emotional attachment after intimacy, or simply trying to navigate dating in today's hypersexual world — this episode is for you.The episode begins with a blunt but important question: why does it feel like everybody is obsessed with sex right now? From TikTok and Instagram algorithms constantly pushing sexual content to hookup culture becoming normalized, Izzy unpacks how modern culture has shaped expectations around intimacy, masculinity, relationships, and emotional validation. The conversation explores how many men are taught to chase sex while never actually learning emotional intelligence, communication, or sexual responsibility.Jeff Abraham joins the conversation to break down sexual wellness from an expert perspective, discussing everything from performance anxiety, premature ejaculation, confidence issues, erectile concerns, libido, sexual health products, and intimacy communication to why so many men quietly struggle in silence instead of seeking help. The discussion becomes especially important as Jeff explains how shame, comparison, unrealistic expectations, and lack of honest conversation continue hurting men's confidence and relationships.The episode also takes a deep dive into porn culture, masturbation, and the psychological impact of unrealistic expectations. Izzy and Jeff discuss how pornography can distort intimacy, confidence, body image, emotional connection, and sexual expectations — especially for young men who often learn about sex through screens before experiencing real intimacy. From performance pressure to comparison culture, the conversation challenges listeners to ask whether they're learning intimacy… or simply consuming fantasy.Situationships also take center stage as Izzy unpacks why so many people remain emotionally unavailable while still craving intimacy. The episode explores casual sex, emotional attachment, soul ties, sexual boundaries, and why many people are unknowingly risking both emotional and physical wellbeing while calling it “keeping things casual.” Because in today's dating culture, many people want connection without commitment, intimacy without accountability, and pleasure without emotional consequences.The conversation also touches on sexual wellness, confidence, vulnerability, masculinity, emotional intelligence, healing, body image, aging, relationships, anxiety, and why unresolved emotional wounds often show up inside people's dating habits and sexual decisions. From men struggling with confidence to people using sex to fill emotional voids, this episode refuses to shame while still asking difficult questions about accountability and emotional health.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/p-s-a-the-mental-health-podcast--5520511/support.TrustBuilder Package

Jay Z drops a bomb to start the show, before the team gets into very weird areas with emoji etiquette, and Isaac's flight to Adelaide. Injured Crow Isaac coming joins the team from the boundary, then Jay Z has a massive pile of news to get through in The Chief's Agenda - including Brisbane, Cody Weightman, Danger, Toby Greene, and Essendon. K-Mac's Royal Commission looks at the will they/won't they drama between Essendon and James Hird, listing several other famous situationships to compare it to. Isaac is locked and loaded with his Penthouse and Outhouse, and the team finishes the show with a round of Unpopular Opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we discuss:• Danielle Walter's engagement and relationship dynamics (which are weird)• Dealing with rejection and not being chosen• Why failure is often part of success• Social anxiety and personal growth• PMDD and mood disorders• Mood tracking for therapy and psychiatric care• Choosing career goals over external validation• Situationships, healing, and self-worth• Recognizing your growth when old patterns resurfaceIf you've ever felt overlooked, rejected, or questioned your value, this episode is for you.Fan Mail HereSupport the showhttps://www.instagram.com/carissapaige_?igsh=eG1wd2pvZmx5ZWFj&utm_source=qrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@manicandmedicated_?_r=1&_t=ZP-96es0ea4sTX

Welcome to the wildest episode of the Jungle SquadCast yet! Join Ape Loso and Mister Rad as they dive deep into the music scene, relationship dynamics, and unfiltered stories with special guests Mercedes Ortiz and Rita Mita. This is episode 142 and we are keeping it raw and real for the adult audience. In this session, we explore the hustle behind the music and the personal journeys that drive creativity. From Mercedes Ortiz using heartbreak as a catalyst for her rising R&B career to Rita Mita's brave fresh start in Connecticut, we cover the authentic stories behind the artists. We get into the nitty-gritty of modern dating, debating whether men or women are more vengeful and uncovering the truth behind the fear of commitment. The conversation takes a turn into the world of adulting, where we discuss everything from the best grocery shopping strategies to life-changing home hacks like towel warmers. Later in the episode, Daquan joins the booth to discuss the New Haven scene, arcade tournaments, and the hilarious story of how a professional studio session led to his long-term relationship with Rita. We also break down the latest pop culture news, including the Blueface boxing match, Papoose's shots at 50 Cent, and Jack Harlow's experimental new album. Make sure to stick around until the end for our drop a finger relationship challenge to see which guests are the most toxic! Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more unfiltered content from the Jungle Squad. Chapters 0:00 Intro and Adult Audience Disclaimer 2:15 Welcome to Episode 142 5:00 Introducing Mercedes Ortiz and Rita Mita 8:30 Music Origins and Breakup Motivation 12:45 Creative Processes and Music Videos 16:20 Who is More Vengeful Men or Women 21:00 The Truth About Rebounds and Exes 25:30 CT Artist Collaborations and Networking 30:15 Rita's Journey from Rhode Island to CT 35:00 Escaping a Toxic Relationship 40:20 Situationships vs Commitment Fears 45:45 Traditional Gender Roles in 2024 51:15 Adulting Favorites and Grocery Shopping Hacks 56:30 The Importance of Towel Warmers 1:02:00 High School Throwbacks and Backflips 1:08:15 Career Ambition vs Relationship Priority 1:14:30 Balancing Business and Personal Life 1:20:00 Rita's Nail Tech Journey 1:25:40 Daquan Joins the Squad 1:31:00 Arcade Tournaments and New Haven Events 1:36:20 Dealing with Difficult People at Events 1:42:00 The Studio Love Story How Daquan and Rita Met 1:48:15 Blueface vs Chiwoo Boxing Breakdown 1:51:30 Jack Harlow's New Album and AI in Music 1:53:45 Drop a Finger Relationship Game 1:55:21 Outro and Final Thoughts Subscribe to the channel and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode!

Rachel McElreath is 28 years old, graduated from the 5x Certification, and has already lived more lives than most people do in a lifetime. She started drinking at 15, Halloween night in Atlanta, a bottle of Hennessy handed to her by a friend, parents in crisis at home, and spent the next decade building a life that looked fine from the outside and was quietly falling apart underneath. She held jobs, went to college, went to beauty school.  She also worked bottle service in Dallas, dated men who weren't available, and kept ignoring an inner voice that was getting louder by the year. The thing that finally made her stop wasn't a gradual awakening. It was a phone call from her doctor in late 2023 telling her she was one stage away from cervical cancer. That week, she left the relationship she was in. A few weeks later, she quit drinking and made the decision to be celibate, both at the same time. She spent 2024 meeting herself for the first time, rebuilding from almost nothing, and figuring out who she actually was without alcohol, without men, and without the nightlife identity she had built her entire social world around. Now she coaches women through that same process, not just getting sober, but building a life they're actually excited to wake up to. This conversation goes places a lot of podcast episodes don't. We talk about HPV and cervical cancer, three abortions in one year, sexual assault, trauma bonding, and what it actually feels like to realize that the shame you've been carrying isn't yours to keep. Rachel shares all of it without flinching, and that's exactly what makes her work so powerful.   IN THIS EPISODE: Starting to drink at 15 when home didn't feel safe, and how that one decision shaped the next decade Working bottle service while her body was sending her signals she kept overriding The phone call from her doctor and what she decided in the weeks that followed Why she quit alcohol and went celibate at the same time, and what two and a half years of that has actually been like The loneliness of dissolving an entire identity and why 2024 was somehow still the best year of her life What she sees shifting in the younger generation around alcohol, and why she's genuinely excited about it   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Follow Rachel on Instagram.  Euphoric the Club is the premier space to lose the desire for alcohol as you surround yourself with successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them). Euphoric the Club includes full access to all of my alcohol-free programs to make alcohol meaningless as your dreams take center stage.  If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and create a profitable online brand, be sure to get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF Coach 5x Certification – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, subconscious change coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner and implement our 0 to $100k Coach Method™ as your build a profitable brand.  Profiling successful people who don't drink and where the alcohol-free lifestyle and entrepreneurship collide. Subscribe to the Euphoric AF YouTube channel. Join over 20,000 souls who tune into weekly newsletters on the competitive advantage you get alcohol-free. Get on the Euphoric newsletter. Read Euphoric: my HarperCollins bestseller on losing the desire for alcohol while getting high on your dream life. Be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today or grab your free chapter here.  Apply to be our next Thought Leader to master premium selling and thought leader positioning to publish your book and deliver your keynote onstage.  Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram.  And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Dans cet épisode, je suis avec Maisie Peters pour parler de ce que ça fait de grandir à travers sa musique, de passer des “7 week situationships” aux chansons sur le vrai love, et de cette sensation étrange quand des millions de personnes connaissent tes pensées les plus personnelles par cœur.On parle aussi de son nouvel era, de relations, de romance books, de situationships, et de toutes ces émotions qu'on essaie parfois de rendre moins intenses alors qu'elles méritent juste d'être ressenties.Et évidemment on termine avec un fire round et des pâtisseries marocaines !!enjoooy bb

If Christians aren't guaranteed prosperity, then what is the point of following Christ? Christians still experience pain, loss, disappointment, and unanswered prayers. So what does “winning” actually look like in the Christian life? In this conversation, Pastor Keion Henderson unpacks one of the most misunderstood aspects of faith: expectations.Time Stamps: 0:00 - Preview 2:40 - Setting up the conversation 4:57 - What can we expect / guarantee as a Christian 37:44 - Dealing with sin46:35 - “Situationships” (why they happen and how to navigate) 51:45 - What does God's voice look like for Pastor? 55:49 - Question of “who you am I” ? 01:06:34 - Josh Closing thoughts #GettingToTheTruthPodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@truthistvInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/truthistv/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TruthIs_TV

Un épisode dans lequel on parle des situationships, de l'obsession qu'elles peuvent créer et de cette étrange manière qu'a l'incertitude de nous rendre accro à quelqu'un. Pourquoi les relations floues nous consument autant ? Pourquoi certaines personnes deviennent impossibles à oublier alors qu'elles ne nous ont parfois jamais vraiment aimés correctement ?Entre psychologie, attachement, manque affectif et projections, on parle aussi de notre tendance à confondre intensité et amour, chaos et passion. Peut-être que ce qui nous obsède n'est pas toujours la personne… mais ce qu'on espérait recevoir d'elle.À tes écouteurs, bisousssIG/TikTok : @wellnessbyjade Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

How can a broken relationship come back from the brink? How can you learn to trust someone again after they hurt you? Relationships are complicated, and most of us were never actually taught how to communicate well, listen deeply, or handle conflict in healthy ways. This Sunday, May 17, we are wrapping up our Situationships message series with a live conversation, featuring counselor Lisa Ould from The Barnabas Center, as we talk honestly about what's really going wrong in our relationships and how we can begin having better conversations that actually bring connection instead of frustration.

After going through a breakup I didn't want, I quickly learnt how easy it is to fall into a situationship. Situationships feel feel addictive, emotionally intense, and impossible to let go of sometimes.In this episode, I talk about situationships after heartbreak, anxious attachment, breakup healing, why emotionally inconsistent people can feel so hard to move on from after being rejected.I explore how I fell into a siutationship & sometimes acting like you are okay and chill about them, can actually hurt you more because of your fear of abandonment, obsessive thinking after a breakup, and why confusing relationships can feel emotionally comforting while actually delaying healing.This episode is for anyone struggling to let go of someone emotionally unavailable, stuck in a confusing situationship, healing after heartbreak, or trying to rebuild their self-worth after rejection.A deep, honest, and comforting conversation about emotional healing, self-respect, attachment, and learning how to stop abandoning yourself just to keep someone close. Want More Like This - https://stan.store/Loula My New Instagram - @move.with.louJoin Us on Patreon - ⁠patreon.com/ComingUpForAir⁠ Youtube - https://youtu.be/uf90Uc_owUw Support the show

Situationships, friendship breakups, and feeling lost in your career — all things that come with the fun and tomfoolery of adulting in your 20s. In this week's episode, we slow it down a little bit and have some girl talk. So grab a snack, put on your sweats, and we hope. you can enjoy this week's episode of Asian Glow Podcast. For deleted clips of this episode:  IG: @clarenceeangelo  IG: @asianglow.podcast Tik Tok: @asianglowpodcast     For more yapping with the rest of the Glow Gang, join our community discord server and watch our livestreams on Youtube every other Tuesday:   Discord: https://discord.gg/ReGGDAFw7s   Youtube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/ClarenceAngelo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Access BONUS eps & other exclusives with Emsolation Extra @ https://emsolation.supercast.com/ See Em's new show 'Addicted to Love' https://emrusciano.com/addicted-to-love/ Get new Emsolation merch for a LIMITED TIME @ https://emrusciano.store/ What exactly is a situationship and why did Em recently find herself in one? Good question, which Em will naturally fully explain within this episode. Then it's onto Delta Goodrem, who is finally getting her moment in front of European audiences as she brings her diva realness to the rather problematic event that is Eurovision this year for Australia. There's her commitment to glamour, her understanding of the bit and even some Eurovision rehearsal footage for us to review, spoiler warning, she ate and left no crumbs. Then it's onto Em's brand new standup show ‘Addicted to Love', Michael has already seen it, so he is perfectly placed to ask all the right questions, from the genesis of the show, through to what to expect, why it isn't anti-love, who the show is aimed at, and so much more. If you're umming and ahhhing about getting tickets, this chat will get you over the line and excited for what's to come. Then in our Sealed Section, on our premium service Emsolation Extra, Em and Michael ‘Okay, Stop!' the trailer for the upcoming Netflix documentary on Kylie Minogue called ‘Kylie'. Get access for just $1.87 a week, or watch the full video of both episodes back to back using the link above or via the Supercast website for $2.50 a week at emsolation.supercast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I dette afsnit taler vi om et fænomen, flere og flere kender alt for godt: Situationships. Stedet mellem dating og et forhold, hvor I skriver sammen hele tiden, har kemi, intimitet og måske også følelser… men uden at relationen nogensinde bliver tydelig. Ingen ved helt, hvad I er.Og det er netop problemet. For situationships lever ofte af tvetydighed. Af “vi ser bare tiden an”, blandede signaler og manglende afklaring. Og imens kan man ende med at investere enormt meget følelsesmæssigt i noget, der aldrig rigtig får retning.I afsnittet taler vi blandt andet om:hvorfor situationships kan være så svære at slippeforskellen på frihed og følelsesmæssig utilgængelighedhvorfor vaghed ofte skaber mere tilknytning – ikke mindrehvordan man mister sig selv, når man hele tiden prøver at aflæse den andenVi taler også om håbet. Om idéen om, at “det nok bliver til noget”, hvis bare man er tålmodig nok, cool nok eller forstående nok. Men et situationship bliver ikke sundt af, at du lærer at nøjes.Kærlighed må gerne udvikle sig langsomt, men den skal stadig bevæge sig. Og måske er det vigtigste spørgsmål ikke:“Kan det her blive til et forhold?”Men: “Hvordan har jeg det egentlig i det her?” ❤️Værter:Louise Taarnhøj - indehaver af Lula mediaMarie-Louise Bregendahl - indehaver af RecreateYouHvis du kunne lide afsnittet Følg podcasten, del den med en ven – og send os gerne dine tanker eller spørgsmål.Har du spørgsmål, som vi anonymt skal vende i et afsnit, så skriv til: @kaerlighedenslabyrint eller på:ml@recreateyou.dk Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kaerlighedens-labyrint--4126010/support.

Matchmaker Maria is back with a hotline episode tackling the dating questions everyone is actually thinking about. She breaks down why shows like Heated Rivalry, Bridgerton, and Grey's Anatomy have women hooked, and why vulnerability in men is the real turn-on. Then, a 37-year-old man asks how to follow the 12 Date Rule without killing the chemistry, and Maria explains how to show attraction without rushing into sex or creating a situationship. She also answers a listener wondering if their urge to flirt means they're non-monogamous or just not choosing the right partner. From emotional connection to the reality of long-term love, this episode gets honest about what dating really takes.   Connect with quality therapists & mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/matchmaker #rulapod #ad   ♥️JOIN MARIA'S COMMUNITY + SUBMIT A QUESTION ❓ Ready to date with intention?

He shows up like your boyfriend and treats you like one. But when it comes to choosing you, there's always hesitation. If you're stuck in a situationship, this one's for you!!

Situationships: confusing, convenient… and completely exhausting. This week, we're breaking down why these “almost relationships” have officially run their course. From mixed signals and emotional limbo to why we keep entertaining them in the first place. We're saying what everyone's thinking but maybe not saying out loud.If you've ever found yourself overanalyzing texts, questioning your worth, or stuck in something that's going nowhere… this one's for you. It's time to raise the standard, stop settling for breadcrumbs, and finally ask: what are we actually doing here?Consider this your sign to leave the situationship behind.

Modern dating feels like a shitshow, and if you're struggling to find love, burnt out by dating apps, or wondering why dating feels harder than ever… this episode is for you. In part 2 of our conversation with relationship expert Amy Chan, we're diving into how to date smarter, overcome toxic dating patterns, and build healthy relationships that actually last. Amy breaks down why the modern dating landscape feels so dysfunctional (half of US singles went on ZERO dates last year), the difference in modern gender dynamics, biggest mistakes singles are making, and how to stop self-sabotaging your love life. We also explore the truth about chemistry vs compatibility, why instant sparks aren't always a green flag, and how to recognize when your “type” may actually be keeping you stuck.  Amy has been a trusted voice in modern relationships for almost two decades. She's the author of UNSINGLE: How to Date Smarter and Create Love that Lasts (which comes out this April 28th!) and her popular first book, Breakup Bootcamp: The Science of Rewiring Your Heart, was featured in The New York Times. She's the founder Renew Breakup Bootcamp, the world's first heartbreak retreat, and she's on faculty at Esalen and The Omega Institute. If you've ever wondered whether you're being too picky and expecting perfection, or struggling to know if someone is “the one,” this conversation is a science-backed no-bullshit guide to navigating dating with confidence and emotional intelligence. We cover: Why dating feels broken right now How dating apps and social media have changed relationships The biggest self-sabotaging dating patterns people fall into Amy's Dating Funnel framework for getting unstuck Have we become “ick”-obsessed assholes? How much chemistry matters early on What you might not realize about your “type” The debate of going slow VS fast in dating The real green flags and red flags that predict lasting love What actually creates healthy, sustainable relationships This is part TWO of a two-part series with Amy Chan! If you're going through a breakup and missed part one, be sure to go back and listen here. Follow Amy on Instagram and her website.  You can order her new book, Unsingle, here. Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

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Jared and Jordana are back and immediately diving into Summer House drama, breaking down the Amanda, West, and Ciara rumors and why situationships might hurt more than traditional breakups. They debate whether hooking up with a friend's ex is worse when things weren't fully official, and what it says about dating after a long relationship. Then it's listener dilemmas, from whether it's petty or prudent for an ex to sneak into your apartment to grab his stuff to what it means when your husband refuses to wear his wedding ring, plus J&J weigh in on oral dealbreakers, anti-tickling boyfriends, and siblings turned roommates. Jared's mom joins this episode for some sound perspective, it's one you don't want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breaking up is hard to do… we've watched hundreds of movies and listened to thousands of songs about the universal experience of heartbreak — yet no one ever really teaches us how to navigate breakups, let go of love, and move on in a healthy way. So today, we called in the breakup pro: I'm joined by relationship expert, author, and founder of Renew Breakup Bootcamp, Amy Chan, to cover the psychology of breakups, why we stay in the wrong relationships, and how to actually heal after heartbreak without losing yourself in the process. Amy offers a scientific approach to healing the heart, revealing what actually happens in your brain during a breakup, and why heartbreak and situationships can take on an addictive quality. Amy has been a trusted voice in modern relationships for almost two decades. She's the author of UNSINGLE: How to Date Smarter and Create Love that Lasts (which comes out this April 28th!) and her popular first book, Breakup Bootcamp: The Science of Rewiring Your Heart, was featured in The New York Times. She's the founder Renew Breakup Bootcamp, the world's first heartbreak retreat, and she's on faculty at Esalen and The Omega Institute. Whether you're in the “should I stay or should I go” phase, currently going through a fresh breakup, or ready to move on from an ex, this conversation will give you the clarity, actionable tools, and perspective you need to come out stronger on the other side. Tune in to hear more about: How to know when it's time to break up (even when nothing is “wrong”) The 4 key pillars of a healthy relationship to assess compatibility Why we stay in unfulfilling or dead-end relationships The psychology of heartbreak and emotional withdrawal Is it easier to initiate the breakup or be broken up with? The biggest breakup mistakes Why you need to stop creeping your ex on social media Why breakups and situationships can feel addictive and how to stop toxic patterns Why we romanticize our exes (the rose-coloured glasses effect) Can you stay friends with an ex? The rules around post-breakup contact How to set boundaries that support healing and closure This is part one of a two-part series with Amy Chan! If you're ready to start dating again, don't miss next week's episode on how to date smarter and build healthier, lasting relationships. Follow Amy on Instagram and her website.  You can order her new book, Unsingle, here. Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

Ask Rachel anythingWhen parenting teens through their first experience of love and attraction it can bring up a lot of feelings we thought we'd neatly packed away; the intensity of that first crush, the humiliation of not being chosen, the heartbreak that felt like it would swallow us whole. As a parent trying to support our kids through it can be tricky because our teens' first love stories can collide with our own unfinished ones.In this episode of Teenagers Untangled, I'm joined by professor Lisa Phillips, author of First Love: Guiding Teens Through Relationships and Heartbreak. We explore the complex world of teen behavior surrounding first love and heartbreak. Understanding how our teens express their feelings and the challenges they face can really help us to communicate with them. We talk about:Why parents often feel a spike in distress when their teen starts datingHow crushes, “situationships” and breakups affect the developing teenage brainThe difference between healthy intensity and unhealthy enmeshmentHow to support both boys and girls in talking about their feelings, not just their “results”What it means to parent in a world of social media, online porn, nonchalance and lonelinessHow to show up for LGBTQ+ and questioning teens when their identities don't fit the “straight story”Why consent can't be a tick‑box talk, and how to navigate the grey areas with our kidsWhat healthy support after a breakup actually looks and sounds likeIf your child is anywhere on the spectrum from secret crush to serious relationship, this conversation will help you understand what's happening beneath the surface. My hope is that it gives you language, courage and compassion to walk alongside them, rather than dismissing it as “just drama” or trying to shut it all down.Because for our teens, first love isn't practice. It's real, it's formative, and it leaves a lasting imprint. How we respond now can teach them not only how to survive their first heartbreak, but how to love and be loved for the rest of their lives.Previous interview with my own daughter, PhoebeTips from this showContact Lisa Phillips:lisaamyphillips@gmail.comLisa A. Phillips, author of the new book, First Love: Guiding Teens through Relationships and Heartbreak, has written about relationships, mental health, and teens for the New York Times, the Washington Post, LongrSupport the showPlease hit the follow button if you like the podcast, and share it with anyone who might benefit. You can review us on Apple podcasts by going to the show page, scrolling down to the bottom where you can click on a star then you can leave your message. Please don't hesitate to seek the advice of a specialist if you're not coping. There's no shame in reaching out for support. When you look after yourself your entire family benefits.My email is teenagersuntangled@gmail.com My website has a blog, searchable episodes, and ways to contact me:www.teenagersuntangled.comFind me on Substack: https://teenagersuntangled.substack.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teenagersuntangled/Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/teenagersuntangled/You can reach Susie at www.amindful-life.co.uk

This week on CockTales: Dirty Discussions,the conversation gets real about effort, expectations, and the ongoing struggle of trying to meet people halfway… when they're barely stepping forward.We're joined by publicist and conflict coach, Adrienne, of the IPY Agency.  We unpack the imbalance that shows up in dating and relationships — from emotional labor to planning, communication, and consistency — and ask: are we asking for too much, or are people just doing too little?The episode dives into what “meeting in the middle” actually looks like, how compromise gets misunderstood, and why so many situationships feel one-sided. Of course, we keep it honest, a little petty, and very relatable.Topics Covered:What “meeting in the middle” really means in datingFeeling like you're always the one putting in effortUnrealistic expectations vs. bare minimum behaviorWhy compromise shouldn't feel like sacrificeSituationship dynamics and uneven energyEmotional labor and communication gapsKnowing when to adjust… and when to walk awayOffers From Our Sponsors:DRIVE BOOST BY VB HEALTHVisit vb.health and use code COCKTALES for 10% off Super.comStart building your credit the easy way. Go to Super.com/credit right now to see how Super+ can help you boost your credit score. Follow Our GuestInstagram: @impromotingyouAdrienne's Site: Public Relations | The IPY Agency | United StatesPurchase Meet Me In the Middle https://ipyagency.myshopify.com/Join Patreon! www.patreon.com/cocktalesGet Your Merch & Order Your Card Game Purchase Merch And Card Game at www.imcurioustoknow.comBali With Kiki! The Travel Tribe Experience: https://travel.kikisaidso.com/BaliGet Klassy Baste! Learn to Cook with Kiki www.klassybaste.comJoin Kiki's Book Club March Book of the Month “Confessions of Hustla's Housekeeper”  www.patreon.com/kikisaidsoTravel With Medinah! https://linktr.ee/MedinahMonroeDONATE TO MEALS ON WHEELS ATLANTA- https://www.mowatl.org/donationsMOWA TASTE  May 29, 2026 LINK : onecau.se/_fv6xa1Dear Lover Girl :  https://dearlovergirlbymedinah.substack.com/?r=qjp94&utm_campaign=pub-share-checklistBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cocktales-dirty-discussions--2818687/support.CONNECT WITH USFollow the hosts and join the conversation after the episode:Kiki Said So (Kiara Walker)Instagram: @kikisaidsoTikTok: @kikisaidsoMedinah MonroeInstagram: @coffeebeandeanTikTok: @medinahmonroeCockTales: Dirty Discussions PodcastInstagram:@cocktalespodcastTikTok: @cocktalespodcastWant to be a guest on CockTales: Dirty Discussions?We are always looking for interesting guests, experts, and storytellers to join the show. If you would like to be considered, please fill out our guest submission form here:Guest Interest Form

The energy was absolute fire when Atlanta R&B singer-songwriter JaQuandice stopped by for an exclusive sit-down on The Ash Said It Show. As a professional choreographer and creative director, she brought a 360-degree perspective on what it takes to thrive as an independent artist in 2026. We got deep into the weeds on her creative process, the influence of Atlanta's Trap-Soul culture, and the raw discipline required to build a lasting musical legacy. We kicked things off talking about that unmistakable Atlanta music scene energy. She credits the city's unique DNA for the specific sound of her new single, "How To Love." To her, Atlanta music has to have a certain rhythmic bounce to survive the streets but enough soul to actually mean something. It's that perfect marriage of grit and velvet that she's completely mastered in her latest release. One of the most fascinating reveals was how her brain works as a professional choreographer while she's songwriting. She actually visualizes the dance moves and the "pocket" of the movement while the lyrics are still coming together. If she can't feel the dance in the words, the song isn't finished. She's essentially building an entire visual world before the track even hits the mixing board. She also dropped some serious gems about the stage discipline she gained from performing Beyoncé and Janet Jackson tributes. It wasn't just about nailing the iconic steps; it was about the stamina, the eye contact, and the elite mindset of a headliner. She's now applying that high-level precision to her own live shows, ensuring every hand placement and vocal run is intentional. When we got into the heart of "How To Love," she didn't hold back on the message behind the music. In a world dominated by messy "situationships" and modern romance hurdles, her goal is to inspire listeners to stop negotiating their standards. It's an anthem for anyone ready to trade "it's complicated" for real substance. Interestingly, she mentioned that being that vulnerable in her songwriting was the most challenging part of the project—even more than the choreography or the vocal production. Looking ahead five years, the goal isn't just a viral moment; it's a legacy. She wants the JaQuandice brand to be synonymous with timeless storytelling and independent artist power. She isn't just making hits; she's creating an inheritance for the next generation of R&B. Web: http://www.jaquandice.com/ JaQuandice is a premier Atlanta-based R&B singer-songwriter, choreographer, and creative director redefining the landscape of modern soul. Known for her "cinematic storytelling," she seamlessly blends the nostalgic essence of 90s R&B with a contemporary Gen Z perspective. Since her debut in 2017, JaQuandice has emerged as a powerhouse in the independent music scene, gaining global traction with hits like "Tell Me" and "How To Love." Her musical foundation was built on discipline and authentic craft long before the era of viral algorithms. Beginning her journey in 2010 during high school, she spent years developing a "pressure-tested" artistry in the competitive Atlanta music scene. After sharpening her voice with acclaimed covers of artists like 6lack and 50 Cent, she released her breakout single "Top Back" in 2017. By 2026, her catalog has reached significant milestones, with her single "How To Love" entering heavy rotation on iHeartRadio's 99.7 DA HEAT MIAMI, broadcasting her signature "female empowerment" sound to international audiences. Currently, JaQuandice is leading the R&B X Supreme mix show on 99.7 DA HEAT MIAMI, further solidifying her role as a tastemaker in the genre. Her 2026 evolution—marked by a sharper pen and a deeper stage presence—signals an arrival rather than a comeback. She continues to advocate for independent artist ownership and the preservation of soulful, message-driven music. — Ready to ignite the spark that levels up your entire life? Meet Ash Brown—the American powerhouse, motivational architect, and ultimate hype-woman dedicated to your personal and professional evolution. Ash is far more than a voice in the personal development space; she is a trusted ally who delivers a masterclass in real-talk wisdom and infectious energy. Whether you are navigating a crossroads or ready to scale your grandest ambitions, Ash fuels your journey with a high-octane blend of heart and hustle.

Situationships always have a villain—but it might not be who you think. In this episode, Yue challenges the narrative that the non-committal partner is the bad guy, especially if they have been honest about what they can offer. Inspired by the short film Making Space, she explores how we often ignore clear signals, cling to potential, and hope ambiguity will turn into commitment. Yue unpacks the difference between accepting reality and chasing possibility—and why taking responsibility for your choices is the most empowering move you can make. Enjoy!Take the Dating Archetypes quiz now: https://howtobedateable.com/Read our book: How To Be Dateable: The Essential Guide To Finding Your Person and Falling in Love: https://howtobedateable.com/Try the Dateable AI Dating Coach: Get personalized advice trained on our years of podcast episodes, courses and frameworks: https://studio.com/dateableFollow us @dateablepodcast, @juliekrafchick and @nonplatonic. Check out our website for more content. Also listen to our other podcasts The Psychology of Relationships and Exit Interview available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.WE WROTE A BOOK! HOW TO BE DATEABLE (Simon & Schuster) is available now: https://howtobedateable.com/ Want to remove distractions from your dates? Download Brick and get 10% off at https://www.getbrick.app/DATEABLEOur Sponsors:* Armoire: Get up to 60% off your first month, up to $150 OFF by visiting https://armoire.style/DATEABLE* BetterHelp: Sign up and get 10% off at https://www.betterhelp.com* Care.com: Get 20% off your initial Care.com subscription or a Senior Care Advisor Plan at https://care.com with the code DATEABLE * Kensington Books: Dawn of Chaos and Fury by Melissa K. Roehrich is on sale now: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com* Quince: Get free shipping and 365 day returns at https://quince.com/dateableAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Situationships Are Dead: Good RiddanceSituationships are officially dying out — and John and Echo think that's the best news for modern dating. In this episode, they break down why situationships became so normalized, who's actually responsible for keeping them alive, and why the younger generation is finally saying "enough."From the role dating apps played in killing commitment, to why women hold the real power to end the situationship cycle, John and Echo get brutally honest about how we got here — and what it actually takes to move from ambiguity to a real relationship. They also get personal, sharing a vulnerable moment from their own relationship where Echo's avoidant attachment patterns surfaced in an unexpected way, proving that even when you *know* better, the work never really stops.In This EpisodeSituationships thrive when women give relationship benefits without requiring commitmentDating apps created a "grass is greener" mentality that made commitment feel optionalWomen need to be the ones to ask "what are we?" — it gives men the leverage to step up as captain of the shipDating multiple people early on prevents projecting your fantasy onto one person too soonA man won't commit if he's already getting everything without having toShame spirals after mistakes keep you focused on yourself — shift focus to the person you hurt insteadAvoidant attachment runs deeper than most people realize — even when you *think* you've worked through itThe real relationship work doesn't start until you're actually in a defined, committed relationshipTimestamps0:00 — Gen Z Is Done With Situationships2:42 — Why Situationships Degraded Committed Relationships5:36 — Why Women Are Responsible for Ending Situationships9:02 — John's Honest Confession About His 3-Year Situationship14:08 — How Dating Apps Created the Situationship Era19:05 — The Grass Is Greener Mentality and Commitment Phobia25:05 — Women Must Ask "What Are We?" — Here's Why33:04 — The Shift Back to Meeting People In Person36:19 — Women's Dating Window: The Professional Athlete Analogy41:51 — Why Relationships Require Work, Not Perfection50:17 — Our Fight Over Dubai Chocolate Bars (Real Talk)56:36 — The Shame Spiral: Stop Beating Yourself UpConnect

Click Here to get your spot in the Conscious Love Challenge starting March 25th   You don't want a situationship. You've told yourself that… more than once.   And yet somehow, you keep finding yourself in something undefined… hoping it becomes more, trying not to push too hard, wondering where you stand.   It feels confusing. Frustrating. Maybe even a little unfair. But what if this pattern isn't happening for the reasons you think it is?   In this episode, we're going to look at what's really underneath it… and the one shift that changes everything. Let's dive in.

Dating today looks completely different than it did even a decade ago.In this episode of Uncomfortable Convo's, Edgar breaks down what it actually takes to navigate modern dating in 2026.From dating apps and situationships to boundaries and commitment, we talk about why dating feels more confusing than ever — and how to protect yourself from wasting time with people who aren't serious.In this episode we discuss:• How to navigate dating apps without getting stuck in endless texting• What situationships really are and why they happen• The importance of setting boundaries in dating• Signs someone isn't serious about the relationship• How to handle partners who avoid commitment• Why clarity is one of the most important things in modern datingDating today isn't just about finding someone…It's about figuring out who's actually serious.Sponsored by Toxico Scentshttps://skarxface.etsy.comMy Socialshttps://linktr.ee/SkarxFace

We're joined by Olumurewa and Isioma, hosts of the MENISMS Podcast and friends of the podcast, for a lively conversation about modern dating and the behaviors that keep showing up in it.We unpack the question “what actually makes someone a fuck boy?”, diving into things like love bombing, avoiding labels, and the rise of situationship culture, especially in the Nigerian dating scene.The conversation also takes a lighter turn as we talk about icks — the small (and sometimes ridiculous) things that instantly turn people off in dating.Overall, it's a witty and chaotic episode filled with laughs & honest takes. JOIN THE WHATSAPP CHANNEL:https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBii6eLtOjA3h8LHg2BFOLLOW US ON:http://twitter.com/sonigerian_http://Instagram.com/sonigerian_http://twitter.com/damiar0shttp://instagram.com/_damiiaros7http://twitter.com/medici__ihttps://instagram.com/medici.ihttps://instagram.com/menismspod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Underground Lounge After Hours, the crew gets into an honest and hilarious conversation about relationships, situationships, and the moment when casual starts turning into something deeper. The discussion begins with a simple but loaded question: when do you actually start developing real feelings for someone? Is it about time, exclusivity, or just a vibe you can't ignore? From long-term situationships to relationships that never officially get labeled, the crew shares their different perspectives on how men and women approach commitment.The conversation also dives into the realities of dating in the social media era. Should you post your partner online, or does putting your relationship on display just invite outside opinions and unnecessary drama? The group breaks down why some people prefer to keep their love life private, how oversharing can bring both praise and criticism, and why sometimes the best relationships are the ones the public doesn't know everything about.As the discussion continues, the crew gets into ego, competition, and the dynamics that come with dating when you have options. They debate whether men naturally compete with each other over women, what it means to be “tender,” and why some people believe their success rate in relationships speaks for itself. The jokes and storytelling keep the energy light while still touching on some real truths about modern dating.Of course, because it's After Hours, the conversation doesn't stay on track for long. Things eventually shift into behind-the-scenes podcast talk, habits in the studio, and the unfiltered banter that happens when the mics are on and nobody is trying to be politically correct. The result is a wild mix of relationship talk, personal stories, and the kind of off-the-cuff moments that make After Hours exactly what it's supposed to be real, raw, and completely unpredictable.

Betrayal isn't a fun topic for anyone. But when it comes to non-monogamy, betrayal can actually be really hard to identify, because we often don't have clear cultural scripts and shared assumptions about what's okay and what's not. This can open us up to profound experiences of betrayal that make you question not just your partner, but yourself and reality.Eve Rickert (co-author of the second edition of More Than Two and publisher at Thornapple Press) joins us for a MUCH-needed conversation about her powerful new book, Nonmonogamy and Betrayal. We're talking situationships that masquerade as real relationships, people who act like they're building attachment-based connections while secretly keeping one foot out the door, and the ways non-monogamy's flexibility can actually get weaponized against us.If you've ever felt like you were in one relationship while your partner thought you were in something completely different, or if you're struggling to name what went wrong when someone hurt you (but technically didn't break an explicit agreement), this episode is essential listening. We draw on personal experiences of both experiencing and causing betrayal, and we get real about the repair work that has to happen.In this episode, we talk about:— How betrayal is more than just breaking agreements—it's a violation of trust that removes your agency and ability to consent to the reality you're actually living— The difference between betrayals within a relationship (like broken agreements) and betrayals about the relationship (where you discover the whole thing wasn't what you thought it was)— Eve's concept of "bees in the closet"—when your partner makes major changes without your input and then acts like you should have explicitly negotiated against something no reasonable person would expect— Situationships and Schrödinger's relationships: how refusing to define what you're doing creates plausible deniability and sets the stage for betrayal— Why casual relationships actually require more communication and clearer agreements than "serious" ones— The secretly monogamous partner who uses non-monogamy language but is really just waiting for you to become their life partner— How betrayal destroys self-trust, not just trust in your partner, and why repairing with yourself has to come before repairing the relationship— Poly under duress as a potential betrayal that can go both ways, and how self-betrayal happens when you say yes but mean no— Why the flexibility of non-monogamy can get weaponized— The reality that repair isn't always possible (and why that might be the case)— Practical approaches to rebuilding trust after betrayalResources mentioned in this episode:— Eve Rickert's book Nonmonogamy and Betrayal (available at Thornapple Press and wherever you buy books)— The second edition of *More Than Two* by Eve Rickert and Andrea Zanin— Eve's blog post "Bees in the Closet"— Visit thornapplepress.ca for all of Eve's books and more!— Episode 212: Repair Skills— Repair Skills YouTube playlistJOIN The Year Of Opening® community for a full year of learning & support. Registration is open now at ⁠⁠www.TheYearOfOpening.com⁠⁠Learn the 5 secrets to open your relationship the smart wayAre you ready to open your relationship happily? Find out at www.JoliQuiz.comGet the answers you want to create the open relationship of your dreams! Sign up for an Ask Me Anything hereMusic: Dance of Felt by ⁠Blue Dot Sessions

In this episode of the Got HER Back Podcast, Meg and Carrie dive into a revealing game of "This or That." From dating preferences (clingy vs. distant) to the realities of "Mom Life" (school drop-offs vs. pick-ups), the ladies share personal stories and plenty of laughs.   They get real about their "toxic eras," discussing growth, boundaries, and what it means to be "Healed Megan." Plus, find out why a bathroom counter might be the secret to starting your day right!   The girls emphasize the transition into their "healed" versions, prioritizing peace, setting firm boundaries, and choosing stability over the high-stakes chemistry of the past.   You've got her back. And we've got yours.   Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction & Valentine's Day Recap 02:30 - The Chipped Tooth Saga: A 35-Year Lesson 04:15 - This or That: The Dating Edition (Clingy vs. Distant) 06:30 - Cringe vs. Effort: The Magnetic Heart Bracelets 08:15 - Nicknames: Why "Honey" is the Go-To 08:55 - This or That: Mom Life (Drop-off vs. Pick-up) 09:45 - Driving Kids Everywhere vs. Cooking Dinner 10:15 - Suspiciously Quiet Kids & The Phone Peek 11:00 - Social Life: Talking to Strangers & Group Chat Chaos 12:35 - Personality: Second Chances vs. Blocking Immediately 13:30 - Situationships & Red Flags (Small vs. Big) 15:45 - Chemistry vs. Stability: Choosing Safe over Toxic 17:45 - The Rapid Fire Round: Coffee, Creamer, and Silence 18:40 - Reflecting on Our Toxic Eras 20:00 - The Journey to "Healed Megan" & Setting Boundaries 21:15 - Lingerie, Bathroom Counters, and Closing Thoughts  

Situationships can feel exciting and full of potential, but over time they often become a source of anxiety, confusion, and self-doubt. In this episode, I explore why situationships are so hard to walk away from — particularly for people with anxious attachment — and why clarity can feel more threatening than staying in something uncertain.We look at how hope, ambiguity, and emotional breadcrumbs keep people invested in connections that aren't actually meeting their needs, and why “waiting to see what happens” is often a form of self-abandonment rather than patience. I also talk about the nervous-system dynamics at play, and how these situations can keep you stuck in a cycle of overthinking, longing, and self-doubt.This episode isn't about forcing commitment or issuing ultimatums. It's about building the self-trust and self-respect required to stop participating in dynamics that keep you in limbo, and learning how to choose relationships that offer consistency, clarity, and emotional safety.

Co-Host Dr. Karen Stewart (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/stewart) We've all heard the term "situationship" all the time over the past few years, but what exactly does it mean? We already have "friends with benefits" and even "f-buddies", so there's no need for a new term for that. And hey, it's okay to date someone casually without rushing into commitment, too...so that's certainly not it, either. Well, as it turns out there's a pretty clear differentiator between a true "situationship" and any other kind of relationship with a woman. My first-time guest, clinical psychologist and sex therapist Dr. Karen Stewart, not only describes the "situation" clearly, she's all about the discussion regarding the good, the bad and the ugly going on there. What is "girlfriend mode", and what does it have to do with all of this? How is a climate of fear directly associated with the modern-day proliferation of situationships? What are the disastrous ways men misunderstand a woman's signals that she's indeed just up for something casual, not committed or "relationshippy"? What are the two apparently opposite reasons why we fall into situationships? How does having sex change everything, at least usually? How can something between you and a woman start out as a situationship and then evolve into something else, or vice-versa? How can we (or women) unwittingly end up in a situationship when we clearly wanted a committed relationship? And overall, what is the lens women view such arrangements through compared to us as men, and how can we navigate that? If you aren't yet getting the free newsletter, signup and get your free copy of Sticking Points Solved at: https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The show is now available as a VIDEO version on YouTube. For some reason, the episodes seem funnier...if a bit more rough around the edges. If you love what you hear, please rate the show on the service you subscribed to it on (takes one second) and leave a review. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

For more satirical takes on Miami, visit https://miamicomedy.comIf you're from Miami, you know Valentine's Day is when the rosters get filtered out. In this episode, I'm breaking down the Valentine's gift guide for situationships—why Latinas need those giant teddy bears to flex on social media, how Miami's dating scene is basically hypergamy versus polyamory creating nothing but one-night stands and situationships, and my controversial Valentine's gift suggestion for the ladies: accountability.(00:00) Welcome Back: Situationships & Valentine's in Miami(00:35) Miami Dating Math: 80% Situationships, 20% Relationships(01:25) Big Gifts, Bigger Flex: How to Survive the Roster Cut(03:51) Attention Economy Romance: Mystery Bouquets & Social Media Signals(05:28) Evolve or Get Left: Adapting to Miami's Dating Culture(06:08) Hypergamy vs Polyamory: Why Situationships Thrive Here(08:40) Valentine's Gift Guide Rule: Don't Buy Re-Giftable Lingerie(09:21) Ladies' “Gift” Suggestion: Accountability & The Apology Call(12:34) Wrap-Up + Show Dates, Membership, and Where to Find Manny

Season #5, Episode #6: Situationships, Love Languages & God's Design for Real Love: In this episode of Primetime Gamechangers, we're taking Valentine's Day head-on. We confront the modern confusion around love, dating, and relationships—and bring the conversation back to God's original design. From the rise of situationships and hookup culture to the staggering amounts of money spent on Valentine's Day, we unpack why culture keeps confusing lust with love and feelings with covenant. This discussion challenges listeners to examine the intentions behind their relationships, spending, and emotional investments, while addressing the role pride, self-centeredness, and misplaced priorities play in relational breakdown. We explore the importance of prayer, sacrifice, accountability, and understanding how love is meant to be both given and received. If you're tired of shallow connections, relational cycles that lead nowhere, or cultural definitions that leave you empty, this episode will help you reset your foundation, realign your heart, and pursue relationships rooted in truth, commitment, and lasting purpose.

though initially created to help and prevent hurt in relationships, labels now keep us stuck. in this episode, we talk about how the language around love desensitizes us to real, emotional experiences, how labels can box us in, and whether calling something a "situationship" protects you or just limits you to what others think you should do and say. let yourself love, show you care, bring back ROMANCE!follow us: @grownk1d @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarezjoin our social club: https://grownkid.typeform.com/to/eZhvsKGH?typeform-source=grownkid.comovershare with us: grownkid.comAbout our Partners: Grownkid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition where purpose driven content meets powerful storytelling. From 13 Reasons Why to Unprisoned, Joy Coalition projects are made to bridge generations and drive groundbreaking conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Calling something a situationship does not make it casual, modern, or empowered. It usually means you are in a real relationship without clarity, commitment, or respect. Hilary strips away the cute label and names what is actually happening when feelings, time, and emotional energy are involved but no one is willing to define the terms. Ambiguity may sound flexible, but it comes with a very real cost. Living without clarity creates constant anxiety. You are left guessing where you stand, managing expectations that were never agreed on, and tolerating behavior you would never accept in a relationship you were willing to call real. What gets framed as “going with the flow” often looks a lot like self-abandonment. Ask yourself honestly, would this feel acceptable if you stopped pretending the label made it different? The episode also turns the focus inward. Situationships are not always about someone else refusing to commit. Sometimes they exist because staying undefined feels safer than being fully seen. They offer connection without real risk and intimacy without accountability. When commitment, honesty, and self-respect become non-negotiable, situationships stop being tempting and start becoming impossible. Episode Highlights: Why calling it a situationship lets you excuse behavior you would never accept in a real relationship How ambiguity keeps your nervous system on edge and quietly fuels anxiety The difference between choosing something casual and settling out of fear How situationships can become a hiding place from real intimacy and vulnerability The moment self-respect turns clarity and commitment into non-negotiables Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Understanding Situationships 06:04 The Illusion of Freedom in Situationships 11:52 How Situationships Lead to Self-Betrayal and Emotional Hiding ✨ I'm Hilary Silver, LCSW, former psychotherapist turned master coach and founder of Ready for Love. I help high-achieving women show up in love as confidently as they do in their careers.

** Join the waitlist to get an exclusive 90% OFF Soulmate Program (self-paced), only from February 14-16! Two Days Only! **Today, I bring you an incredible interview with Kirsta, a 41-year old wonderful alumni who finally broke the cycle of of a lifetime of painful, toxic relationships - And finally met her husband! We discuss the specific tools of inner child work, self-regulation, and emotional healing.  Whether you're single or in a relationship, this episode provides valuable insights on overcoming painful relationships and attracting healthy, fulfilling ones.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction and Exciting Announcement00:39 Soulmate Coming Back With 90% Sale!02:45 Interview with Kirsta Begins08:55 The Power Of Inner Child Work19:41 Kirsta Current Relationship21:50 Adjusting to a Secure Relationship After A Lifetime Of Pain22:14 Tools for Managing Anxiety24:01 Self-Regulation and Emotional Healing24:43 Biggest Takeaways from the Program25:26 All About Attraction26:05 Manifesting and Self-Worth27:38 Embracing the Present and FutureWAS THIS HELPFUL?I'd be so grateful if you could take a moment to follow, leave a 5-star rating, and download a few more episodes. As a gift of gratitude, we'll send you my Inner Child Starter Kit if you leave a 5-star review and share what you love about the show.

In this episode, K+L sit down with Ben Hart, dating coach + content creator, whose fresh perspective on dating has taken TikTok by storm. Ben shares how to navigate today's swipe-heavy world with confidence—and feel empowered in the early stages of any relationship.Ahead, you'll hear why “if he wanted to, he would” isn't the whole story, how to embrace your divine feminine energy in dating, and what's really holding high-vibe singles back from open-hearted relationships. Plus, bust your dating anxiety + learn the spiritual nuances of flirting. Morning Microdose is a podcast curated by Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, the hosts and founders of Almost 30, a global community, brand, and top rated podcast.With curated clips from the Almost 30 podcast, Morning Mircodose will set the tone for your day, so you can feel inspired through thought provoking conversations…all in digestible episodes that are less than 10 minutes.Wake up with Krista and Lindsey, both literally and spiritually, Monday-Friday.If you enjoyed this conversation, listen to the full episode on Spotify here and on Apple here.

Is it cheating… or just crossing a line?Alix and Kayla kick off the new year from Nicaragua by playing "Cheating or No?" —breaking down gray-area relationship scenarios like shared playlists, DMs, flirting, emotional affairs, and “we weren't official” loopholes. They read listener-submitted cheating stories that include coworker crushes, wedding-night confessions, secret double lives, and queer awakenings sparked by one kiss. Honest, funny, and unfiltered conversations about boundaries, emotional intimacy, and why cheating isn't always about sex.00:00 Intro from Nicaragua + lost episode recap02:50 Game: Cheating or No? (playlists, DMs, flirting, nudes)07:09 Listener cheating stories begin08:00 Emotional affair with a coworker13:45 Best friend confesses love before the wedding22:18 “It wasn't cheating because it was a girl”28:20 Secret double life & poly vs monogamy35:10 “We weren't official” situationship disaster40:20 Who's the problem? Personal cheating story46:00 Is staying with a cheater worse than cheating?#CheatingOrNo #QueerPodcast #WLW #LesbianPodcast #RelationshipAdvice #EmotionalCheating #Situationships #QueerStories #DatingBoundariesConnect with us on social media: IG: @wivesnotsisterspod | TikTok: @wivesnotsisterspod | Youtube: @wivesnotsisterspod Follow our hosts on Instagram: @kaylalanielsen @alix_tucker You can also watch our episodes on Youtube at youtube.com/@wivesnotsisterspod!

What does “going with the flow” actually mean in dating, and why does it so often lead to situationships, resentment, and self-abandonment? In the final episode of the Clarity Series, Sabrina breaks down how passivity, fear of asking for more, and chasing chemistry over availability keep people stuck in almost-relationships. This episode explores the psychological and nervous system reasons we suppress our needs, tolerate ambiguity, and confuse flexibility with emotional safety. You'll learn the difference between dating with intention versus dating from control or fear, how to identify your real non-negotiables, why situationships persist, and what it actually looks like to stop auditioning for love and start choosing yourself. If you're tired of waiting to be chosen, afraid of being “too much,” or stuck in cycles of undefined connections, this episode gives you the framework to leave self-abandonment behind and date with clarity, confidence, and self-trust. If you're ready to slow down, trust your instincts, and break your old dating patterns, the Healthy Relationship Foundations Course walks you through it step-by-step  HERE! Get Ad free HERE!Want to work with Sabrina? HERE!Get merch for The Sabrina Zohar Show HERE!Don't forget to follow Sabrina and The Sabrina Zohar Show on Instagram and Sabrina on TikTok! Video now available on YOUTUBE! Please support our sponsors! Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code SABRINA to get UP TO $300 off today! AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee, plus a 3-year warranty Right now, Merit Beauty is offering our listeners their Signature Makeup Bag with your first order at MeritBeauty.com Get started with Stich Fix today at stitchfix.com/sabrina to get $20 off your first order—and they'll waive your styling fee. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code SABRINA at https://www.oneskin.co/SABRINA #oneskinpod ============================= Chapters 00:00 – Why “Going With the Flow” Is Quiet Self-Abandonment 03:20 – The Clarity Series Recap: From Rumination to Intention 06:40 – Why We Suppress Our Needs to Avoid Being Left 10:05 – Situationships: How Ambiguity Keeps You Stuck 14:45 – Chemistry vs Availability (And Why We Choose Wrong) 18:55 – Intention vs Control in Dating 23:30 – Non-Negotiables: What You Actually Walk Away Over 27:10 – Limerence, Fantasy Relationships, and Dopamine Loops 31:45 – What to Leave Behind and What to Bring Into 2026 35:10 – Tool of the Week: Dating With Real Intention Disclaimer: The Sabrina Zohar Show, formerly known as Do The Work, is not affiliated with A.Z & associates LLC in any capacity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Rick and Forrest open up the mailbag to answer listener questions about resentment, highly sensitive people, situationships, and expanding the window of tolerance. In the first three questions, they explore how resentment shows up across different relationships, including with coworkers, family members, and romantic partners. They discuss when to speak up, when to let go, and the underrated options in between. They then talk about agency, self awareness, and the expectations of others through two questions about highly sensitive people and building tolerance for discomfort. They close with a surprise bonus question for Forrest from Dr. Rick. Key Topics:  3:51: Question 1: When should I address resentment with coworkers? 15:46: Question 2: How to deal with resentful family members? 24:26: Question 3: Is my jealousy and resentment post-situationship valid? 34:23: Question 4: What are appropriate requests as a Highly Sensitive Person? 50:30: Question 5: How can I build the capacity to embrace discomfort? 56:14: BONUS BIRTHDAY QUESTION from Dr. Rick 1:00:00: Recap Support the Podcast: We're on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link. Sponsors Listen to Turning Points: Navigating Mental Health wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show so you never miss an episode.  Level up your bedding with Quince. Go to Quince.com/BEINGWELL for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. If you are exploring whether you might be neurodivergent, check out Hyperfocus with Rae Jacobson.  Skylight is offering our listeners $20 off their 10 inch Skylight Frame by going to myskylight.com/BEINGWELL. Go to Zocdoc.com/BEING to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today.Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/beingwell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices