Podcasts about situationships

Julia is joined by Carina Hsieh, Deputy Features Editor at Women's Health and the writer widely credited with inventing the term "situationship," to revisit the term's origins and assess the current state of modern dating. They trace the history of dating from courtship and going steady to hookup culture and dating apps, unpack the anxious-avoidant trap, and examine whether dating advice reels, and other online rules actually protect women from heartbreak or just give them more ways to blame themselves. Digressions include the bygone thrill of being pinned, men who self-report as securely attached, and the horror of buying a cheater a PS5 with your own money. Check out more of Carina's writing at Women's Health and follow her on Instagram @carinahsieh! WE'RE GOING ON TOUR!!!! Find tickets for the Shake Up Your Life Tour at https://binchtopia.com/tour This episode was produced by Julia Hava and Kylie Finnigan and edited by Livi Burdette. 

In this episode, Ama and Lola dissect the psychology of cheating from the sneaky links and situationships, and the most polygamous gender debate. Lola getting rage baited by Ama's point of view. Women waiting for men to define a relationship and stifling their emotions. The world cup shenanigans and Drake's prediction, football as a mode of bonding with families and Lola & Ama wearing their therapy shoes. The best fruit debate. Enjoy!!

In today's Girl Talk episode, I'm sitting down with a coffee and answering some of your anonymous DMs. We're talking through the things so many of us experience but don't always say out loud—from feeling behind in life, navigating friendship breakups, and trying to walk away from situationships, to overcoming burnout and finding the courage to completely reinvent yourself.If you've ever felt stuck, lonely, or unsure of your next step, I hope this episode feels like you're catching up with a big sister who reminds you that you're not behind—you're just on your own timeline.Today's topics:♡ Feeling behind in your 20s♡ Friendship breakups and letting go♡ Why situationships are so hard to leave♡ Burnout vs. laziness♡ How to reinvent yourself without worrying what others thinkJOIN THE COMMUNITY:♡ Patreon (exclusive bonus episodes, monthly calls & behind-the-scenes):https://www.patreon.com/foryoufromeve♡ YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@foryoufromeveYou'll notice this episode doesn't have a video version! My YouTube channel is dedicated to vlogs, wellness content, routines, and long-form lifestyle videos, while the podcast remains an audio-first experience. If you'd like even more content, come join me over on YouTube!♡ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/oliviaevefrat♡ TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@oliviaeveshabo♡ Substack:https://substack.com/@foryoufromevePodcast Sponsors & Discounts:♡ RULA: https://www.rula.com♡ FÜM: https://tryfum.com♡ Fabletics: https://www.fabletics.com♡ Cowboy Colostrum: https://cowboycolostrum.com♡ Mint Mobile: https://www.mintmobile.com♡ AirDoctor: https://www.airdoctorpro.com♡ Get Rella: https://www.getrella.com♡ Olive & June: https://oliveandjune.com♡ Momentous: https://www.livemomentous.comIf you want your question featured in a future Girl Talk episode, send me an anonymous DM—I love hearing your stories and being part of your journey. Don't forget to follow the podcast and leave a rating and review if you enjoyed today's episode. It helps our community continue to grow. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week's episode of the Worth Loving Podcast, Keana W. Mitchell breaks down the difference between situationships and real relationships — and why so many people find themselves settling for emotional crumbs instead of choosing clarity, consistency, and commitment. Backed by psychology, attachment theory, and insights from leading relationship experts, this episode helps you understand the emotional patterns that keep you stuck and teaches you how to choose relationships that honor your worth.Keana also recaps last week's episode on Healthy Boundaries in Dating, showing how unclear boundaries often lead directly into situationships. You'll learn how to spot the signs, how to recognize when you're settling, and how to walk away from confusion with confidence and self‑respect.This episode is packed with practical tools, real‑life examples, and science‑based guidance to help you stop settling for less — and start choosing relationships that feel like peace.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeThe psychological definition of a situationshipWhat real relationships look like according to leading psychologistsWhy situationships create anxiety, confusion, and emotional instabilityHow unclear boundaries lead to unclear relationshipsSigns you're in a situationship (even if you didn't realize it)How to stop settling for inconsistent loveHow to get out of a situationship with clarity and self‑worthThe attachment patterns that make people accept less than they deserveWhy choosing yourself is the first step toward healthy loveKey Quotes from the Episode“Boundaries are the distance at which I can love you and me simultaneously.” — Prentis Hemphill“Situationships thrive on emotional ambiguity.” — Dr. Carla Marie Manly“Secure relationships are defined by responsiveness and emotional engagement.” — Dr. Sue Johnson“We accept the love we think we deserve.” — Stephen Chbosky“Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves.” — Dr. Brené BrownFeatured Song of the Week

Are you dating or hooking up with someone right now and you're not really sure what's going on? It feels like a relationship but you've never had the ‘exclusive chat'. You might be in a situationship… In this episode Dee is joined by guest co-host Ben Ilobuchi to unravel the relationship limbo. Show notes:Deding and Describing Situationships: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/378872949_Defining_and_Describing_Situationships_An_Exploratory_InvestigationWorld Health Org: https://www.who.int/news/item/02-09-2025-over-a-billion-people-living-with-mental-health-conditions-services-require-urgent-scale-upDM us your thoughts, questions, topics, or to just vent at @triplejthehookup on IG or email us: thehookup@abc.net.auThe Hook Up is an ABC podcast, produced by triple j. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

Avant de parler de situationship, il faut être honnête avec soi-mêmeEst-ce que cette relation te convient vraiment ?Ou est-ce que tu t'efforces de supporter quelque chose qui ne répond pas à tes besoins, en espérant qu'un jour ça change ?Parce que si tu ne veux pas de cette forme de relation, il n'existe pas de meilleur comportement, de meilleure stratégie ou de meilleur message à envoyerLa seule réponse cohérente, c'est de partirOn ne souffre pas d'une situationship parce qu'on ne sait pas quoi faire. On souffre parce qu'on reste dans une relation qui nous demande de renoncer à ce qu'on veut vraimentHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

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Why is it so hard to walk away from something once you've put time into it — even when you already know it's not right? This week we're getting into the sunk cost fallacy, the concept that explains why staying can feel safer than leaving, even when staying is the actual cost. Inspired by a section in Amanda Montell's The Age of Magical Overthinking, we're talking about where this thinking comes from, how it shows up in dating whether you're single right now or looking back, and why the time you've already spent is the worst possible reason to spend more of it.Stay connected here Connect with me on Instagram  Please email me here: Lauren@ohyeahcoaching.comApply for coaching HEREWould You Date You? FREE guide

In today's episode, Keana explores one of the most important skills in dating and relationships: healthy boundaries. You'll learn what boundaries actually are, why they matter, the psychology behind setting them, and how they help relationships thrive. Keana also shares practical, trauma‑informed strategies for setting boundaries with clarity and confidence — whether you're just starting to date someone or already in a committed relationship.This episode is designed to help you protect your emotional wellness, honor your worth, and build connections that feel safe, supportive, and emotionally aligned.What We Cover in This Episode• Recap of Last Week's EpisodeA quick review of last week's conversation on how to spot emotionally unsafe people before you fall for them — including red flags, emotional inconsistency, and why emotional safety is the foundation of healthy love.• Why Boundaries Are ImportantUnderstanding boundaries as acts of self‑respect and self‑love, not control. Learn the difference between fear‑based walls and wisdom‑based boundaries.• The Psychology Behind Setting BoundariesHow attachment styles, past experiences, and trauma shape your ability to set boundaries — and why emotional regulation is essential.• Why Boundaries Help Relationships ThriveHow boundaries create clarity, trust, intimacy, and emotional balance. Plus examples of healthy boundaries in dating.• Strategies for Setting Healthy BoundariesTrauma‑informed tools you can start using today: identifying your needs, communicating clearly, using “I” statements, staying consistent, and collaborating with your partner.• Navigating Boundaries When You're Already in a RelationshipHow to introduce new boundaries mid‑relationship without fear, guilt, or conflict — and how emotionally mature partners respond.• Emotional Wellness & Self‑Love ConnectionWhy boundaries are essential for protecting your peace, reducing anxiety, and strengthening your sense of worth.Featured Song of the WeekThis week's featured song is “Gotta Let You Go” by our podcast artist — and Keana's alter ego — Emory Rose. This song speaks to the courage it takes to release what no longer supports your emotional wellness.Emory Rose PromoIf you'd like to hear more music from Emory Rose, all songs featured on the podcast throughout July are now available on Spotify and all streaming platforms. Click the link in the show notes to follow Emory Rose on Spotify and get access to every song featured this month.Next Week's Episode PreviewNext week, we're diving into: “Situationships vs. Real Relationships — How to Stop Settling for Less.” We'll explore emotional ambiguity, clarity, commitment, and how choosing yourself is the first step toward choosing healthier love.Connect With Us• Follow the podcast for weekly episodes • Share this episode with someone who needs support in setting boundaries • Tag @WorthLovingPodcast on social media to continue the conversationAffirmation of the Week“My boundaries honor my emotional well‑being.”

We are all unreliable narrators of our own lives. The story we tell ourselves about why a relationship ended, why we have not met the right person, or why someone else needs to change before things can get better may feel completely true. But it is still only one side of the story. Lori Gottlieb is a psychotherapist, bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, New York Times advice columnist, and host of the podcasts Dear Therapists and Since You Asked. She has spent years listening to the stories people tell about their lives, while also being honest about her own experience on the other side of the couch. In this special episode of Real Love Ready, recorded live at the Global Love Conference in New York City, Robin and Lori explore what changes when we become willing to question our own version of events. Together, they talk about why the most dangerous story in a relationship is that everything was the other person's fault, what flexibility can tell us about someone's capacity for partnership, and how to know whether someone is genuinely ready for love. They discuss ghosting, rejection, chemistry, and the conversations we are often afraid to have early on in a relationship. They also look at how AI and texting are changing intimacy, what many of us have been taught about vulnerability, and what it takes to make room for someone new after divorce, loss, or a whole life lived before them. This is a conversation about becoming a more honest narrator of your own life, not by taking responsibility for everything, but by getting curious about the part that belongs to you. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. When life feels overwhelming, therapy can help. Sign up and get 10% off at betterhelp.com/loveready. IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:00) Introduction (00:06:52) The Stories We Tell Ourselves (00:10:20) Unfinished Business & Flexibility (00:14:38) Are You Actually Ready for a Relationship? (00:17:19) Ghosting, Rejection & Taking It Personally (00:22:37) The Cement Is Still Wet: Speak Up Early (00:25:51) The Conversations Couples Need to Have (00:29:28) AI, Texting & Real Connection (00:38:02) Starting Over & Making Room for Someone New (00:45:34) Situationships, Infidelity & Audience Questions QUOTES “It's not that people aren't telling the truth; it's that they're telling the truth as they see it.” – Lori Gottlieb “The stories we tell ourselves often shape the way we love.” – Robin Ducharme “Relationships are like cement. In the beginning of a relationship, the cement is still wet.” – Lori Gottlieb “It's so much about communication. It's so much about just being honest. It's scary to have those hard conversations, but you have to have them.” – Robin Ducharme “The easy part of a relationship is: we are both really interested in each other. The harder part is, how do we deal with difficulties that come up?” – Lori Gottlieb ABOUT THE GUEST Lori Gottlieb is a licensed psychotherapist and New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, which has sold more than three million copies and been translated into more than 30 languages. She writes The New York Times' "Ask the Therapist" advice column, co-hosts the podcasts Dear Therapists and Since You Asked, and spent six years writing The Atlantic's "Dear Therapist" column. Her highly acclaimed 2019 TED Talk, "How Changing Your Story Can Change Your Life," has been viewed more than 7 million times and was named one of the year's 10 Most-Watched TED Talks. Lori is a frequent guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Today, CBS Mornings, CNN, and NPR's Fresh Air. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorigottlieb_author/ Website: https://lorigottlieb.com/ GET THE REAL LOVE READY BOOK Real Love Ready: A Guide to Relational Literacy is a clear, compassionate guide to the knowledge, skills, and daily practices that help us love with greater intention, truth, and heart. https://geni.us/RealLoveReadyBook Follow Us: @realloveready  @robinducharmeofficial  @soulprintmediaco Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You've heard of a situationship. Now meet its chaotic cousin: the ‘maybelatership'. It's when someone says they want a relationship... just not right now. So are more people putting commitment on hold? How do you know if you're in a ‘maybelatership'? And what does this latest dating trend tell us about modern dating?Chelsea Coates from the What in the World team explains how ‘maybelaterships' differ from situationships, why they can leave one person stuck in limbo, and whether they can ever become healthy, committed relationships. We also hear from a dating coach on how to communicate your expectations and avoid waiting around for someone might not want to commit.Instagram: @bbcwhatintheworld Email: whatintheworld@bbc.co.uk WhatsApp: +44 330 12 33 22 6 Presenter: Hannah Gelbart Producers: James Beardsworth, Ash Mohamed and William Lee Adams Video Producer: Baldeep Chahal Editor: Verity Wilde

Are You Caught Up In A Confusing Situationship? On this episode of The Love Machine, James Preece dives deep into the world of modern "situationships" - those muddled in-between connections that look a bit like relationships but feel like a romantic guessing game. Why do we keep falling for people who are warm one day, cold the next? How does hope become the most expensive dating habit? Listen as James Preece unpacks with flair the red flags, the emotional detective work, and the addictive mix of chemistry and confusion that make situationships feel so irresistible. If you've ever checked your phone every eight minutes, analysed vague texts, or wondered why you're over-investing in someone who loves to keep things "casual," this episode is your wake-up call. Discover smart tips to spot the signs of a situationship early, protect your heart, and finally find someone ready for a real relationship. From the thrill of mixed signals to the peace of getting clear, you'll learn how not to fall for relationship level drama on a situationship level effort. Don't miss out - tune in now and take the next step towards genuine connection.

What do men and women really think about today's dating challenges?Fair warning: This episode is a little more unfiltered than usual. The conversation goes from dating advice to relationship debates to topics that may make you blush. If you're listening with kids in the car... you might want to save this one for later.

Best friends Snooki and Joey are kicking off the new season exactly how you’d expect: completely unhinged and wildly distracted. The crusader callouts are back and the gossip is hot, nothing is off-limits this season. Snooki recaps her trip to Canada, including celebrity encounters with longtime crushes Chad Michael Murray and basking in the beauty and cologne that is Hudson Williams of ‘Heated Rivalry.’ Meanwhile, Joey chooses chaos as the celebrity gossip takes a messy turn when Snooki finds herself feeling on the outs. Plus, in this week’s Confession Sessions, sponsored by Hard Rock Bet, Joey get’s a little too up close and personal about his GLP-1 journey and the digestive side effects nobody talks about, and what he’s proudly calling “Laxmaxxing.” The chaos continues as we unpack summer obsessions and beauty products that’ll keep you glowing and moisturized. In the first ever segment of It’s Happening Hotline, Joey and Snooki help crusaders navigate situationships, judgmental partners, and the kind of drama that they’re overqualified to give life advice on. 0:00 - Crusader Callouts6:33 - Lasik & Prescriptions14:38 - Chad Michael Murray33:37 - Confession Sessions41:52 - Product of the Week47:09 - It’s Happening Hotline58:48 - Snooki watches SpielbergAll lines provided by ‪Hard Rock Bet#VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best friends Snooki and Joey are kicking off the new season exactly how you’d expect: completely unhinged and wildly distracted. The crusader callouts are back and the gossip is hot, nothing is off-limits this season. Snooki recaps her trip to Canada, including celebrity encounters with longtime crushes Chad Michael Murray and basking in the beauty and cologne that is Hudson Williams of ‘Heated Rivalry.’ Meanwhile, Joey chooses chaos as the celebrity gossip takes a messy turn when Snooki finds herself feeling on the outs.Plus, in this week’s Confession Sessions, sponsored by Hard Rock Bet, Joey get’s a little too up close and personal about his GLP-1 journey and the digestive side effects nobody talks about, and what he’s proudly calling “Laxmaxxing.” The chaos continues as we unpack summer obsessions and beauty products that’ll keep you glowing and moisturized. In the first ever segment of It’s Happening Hotline, Joey and Snooki help crusaders navigate situationships, judgmental partners, and the kind of drama that they’re overqualified to give life advice on.0:00 - Crusader Callouts6:33 - Lasik & Prescriptions14:38 - Chad Michael Murray33:37 - Confession Sessions41:52 - Product of the Week47:09 - It’s Happening Hotline58:48 - Snooki watches SpielbergSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Man schreibt täglich, verbringt Zeit zusammen, hat Sex, lernt Familie und Freunde kennen – und trotzdem ist man kein Paar. Situationships: Warum geraten Menschen immer wieder in solche Verbindungen? Für Giuseppe endet eine Situationship mit einem Heartbreak: «Er hat mir das Gefühl gegeben, dass ich nichts wert bin.» Timi hatte mehrere Situationships – oft, war er derjenige, der das ganze beendet und Herzen gebrochen hat: «Das Problem ist, irgendjemand entwickelt immer Gefühle.» Zusammen mit Paartherapeutin Mirjam Tanner schaut «Input»-Host Elma Softic das Beziehungsmodell Situationships an und geht der Frage nach, warum Situationships oft mehr wehtun als eine Trennung – obwohl man nie zusammen war. ____________________ In dieser Episode zu hören - Giuseppe, - Timothy Tempelmann, Sales Manager - Mirjam Tanner, Therapeutin und Psychiaterin ____________________ Habt ihr Feedback, Fragen oder Wünsche? Wir freuen uns auf eure Nachrichten an input@srf.ch – und wenn ihr euren Freund:innen und Kolleg:innen von uns erzählt. ____________________ - Autor:in: Elma Softic - Publizistische Leitung: Anita Richner ____________________ Das ist «Input»: Dem Leben in der Schweiz auf der Spur – mit all seinen Widersprüchen und Fragen. Der Podcast «Input» liefert jede Woche eine Reportage zu den Themen, die euch bewegen. ____________________ (00:00 - 01:50) Intro: Was ist eine Situationship? (01:50 - 03:12) Giuseppe erzählt von der letzten Situationship (03:12 - 04:28) Expertin Mirjam Tanner erklärt den Begriff Situationship (04:28 - 05:52) Unklare Erwartungen und widersprüchliche Signale (05:52 - 08:04) Giuseppe versucht Abstand zu gewinnen (08:04 - 10:10) Verlustangst, Hoffnung und emotionale Abhängigkeit (10:10 - 12:18) Love Bombing und Selbstzweifel (12:18 - 13:09) Warum Situationships den Selbstwert angreifen können (13:09 - 14:15) Giuseppe über Wunschdenken und Hoffnung auf Veränderung (14:15 - 15:59) Perspektivwechsel: Timmy erzählt von seiner Situationship (15:59 - 16:49) Kann Intimität ohne Gefühle funktionieren? (16:49 - 18:26) Timmy über Verliebtheit und unterschiedliche Gefühle (18:26 - 20:03) Warmhalten, Dating und fehlende Klarheit (20:03 - 21:14) Timmy beendet die Situationship (21:14 - 22:16) Verantwortung: Reicht ein einmaliges «Ich will nichts Ernstes»? (22:16 - 23:39) Warum Situationships heute so verbreitet sind (23:39 - 24:25) Kommunikation und Ehrlichkeit als Ausweg (24:25 - 25:05) Fazit von Giuseppe und Timmy (25:05 - 26:28) Warum Situationships schmerzhaft enden (26:28 - 27:32) Vorschau auf die nächste Episode

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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

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

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

Outlouders, enjoy this free taster of Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright and Emily Vernem on our subscribers only episode. You can listen to the full conversation: 'Scurrilous Gossip: The Royal Affair No One Saw Coming' here. What do you mean, you're not a subscriber yet? Solve that problem HERE. Welcome to another episode of Scurillous Gossip, where we stand by nothing. Here’s what we cover: We know why Helena Bonham Carter pulled the plug on The White Lotus Season Four. Support independent women's media - SUBSCRIBE HERE And we also know way too much about the strangest celebrity-royal rumour we’ve ever heard. Yes, we’re talking about Sarah Ferguson and… look, you won’t believe it. Then, the former Prince Andrew was chased by a man with a crowbar, and it’s about to make Prince Harry’s security battle even more complicated. And, Em’s Roman Empire is the relationship she calls ‘the most toxic situationship ever’, featuring one Mindy Kaling. VOTE FOR US: Help Out Loud win the People’s Choice category of the Australian Audio Awards. Find the link to vote right here Got questions or things you'd like Mia to talk about? Email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: How To Be Liked By Absolutely Everyone Listen: Writing a List of Anti-Goals Made Me Quit My Job Listen: Scurrilous Gossip: A Facelift Slippage & ‘Wildly Unhappy’ Royals Listen: The Red Carpet Moment That Answers The Blake Lively Question Listen: Fake Nips & Wandering Hands: Mia’s Met Gala Verdict Listen: We Do Not Agree On The Taxi Cab Theory Listen: She Opened The Fridge. What She Found Ended Her Friendship. Listen: The Real Reason You Resent Your Friends Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Got questions or things you'd like Mia to talk about? Email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media You can now watch our show in full length video on the Apple Podcast app - make sure your phone is up to date and we can't wait for you to see Mamamia Out Loud on Apple What to read: We finally know the plot of The White Lotus Season 4, and it's not what anyone expected. We need to discuss Fergie and the alleged 'corgi cloning'. HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: Why Fergie is the most feared royal. Cassie’s mum took out a home loan to protect her daughter against Diddy. She just told the world why. Mindy Kaling and B. J. Novak fell in love on The Office. They were a 'romantic, toxic mess'. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

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?

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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