530 - Why You Keep Having the Same Fight – 3 Toxic Patterns that Keep Us Stuck
Today we're bringing back a popular episode on relationship conflict. We're talking about three different patterns that show up in conflicts, how to recognize which one is showing up for yourself, and...
20 Maj 202555min
529 - Yes, You Can Think Your Way Out of Your Feelings (Sometimes)
Today we're discussing cognitive reappraisal, or the notion of thinking your way out of a negative emotional response to a given situation. We'll be going over research available on cognitive reapprai...
13 Maj 20251h 3min
528 - The Art of Stepping Back: De-escalation
This week we're getting into the nitty gritty details of ending relationships, whether it's by breaking up or de-escalating. We'll be discussing all the different ways relationships constantly change,...
6 Maj 20251h 5min
527 - Why Your Search for Closure Isn't Working
Today we're talking about a universal human experience: wanting to feel better after a relationship ends. However, a lot of us end up seeking the wrong type of closure, and we can stay stuck in pain f...
29 Apr 20251h
526 - How do you make space for a primary relationship while keeping a non-primary one? Listener Q&A
Today we're answering some more listener questions! We'll be tackling some questions about moving too fast in relationships, relationship hierarchy, and primary versus non-primary relationships. Want ...
22 Apr 202559min
525 - Your Metamour is Not the Villain with Alex Alberto
Today we're talking about metamour relationships with Alex Alberto. Alex is a queer author, publisher, and filmmaker. Last year, Alex published their memoir, “Entwined: Essays on Polyamory and Creatin...
15 Apr 20251h 4min
524 - From Worried to Empowered: Taking Action for Relationship Rights with Experts Diana Adams and Brett Chamberlin
We're excited to welcome Diana Adams and Brett Chamberlin back to the show to discuss advocacy, relationship rights, and more. Diana Adams (they/them) is an international legal leader in advocacy for ...
8 Apr 20251h 9min
523 - How do I cultivate polyamorous community? Listener Q&A
We're back with another Q&A episode! Today we're answering some questions from our Supercast subscribers about organizing local polyamory meetups, how to handle guilt you feel even when a partner is t...
1 Apr 202546min
