13. If it’s not my partner’s job to ‘make me feel good’, what’s the point of relationships?

13. If it’s not my partner’s job to ‘make me feel good’, what’s the point of relationships?

Once we learn that other people don't exist to 'make' us feel good and validate us, some clients tend to ask... 'so if my partner isn't supposed to make me feel secure and validate me, what's the point of relationships?'If you wonder this yourself, you're in luck!This episode talks about the way we're socialised to think about relationships, validation, and the reasons you may or may not choose to be in a romantic relationship.

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166. How to actually care less about what other people think

166. How to actually care less about what other people think

Are you constantly worrying about what other people think? Are they mad at you?Do they like you?Did they think what you said at dinner was stupid? Or insensitive? In today’s episode - I’m talking abo...

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165. Embracing uncertainty - How to feel okay knowing your relationship might not last forever

165. Embracing uncertainty - How to feel okay knowing your relationship might not last forever

Does the idea that your relationship could one day end send you into a spiral of anxiety? Do you tend to ruminate over worst case scenarios - panicking, then feeling momentary relief, only to find a ...

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164. "Why can’t they just change!” - Resisting the reality of other people

164. "Why can’t they just change!” - Resisting the reality of other people

‘Why can’t they be more sensitive?!’ ‘Why can’t they be more affectionate’ ‘Why can’t they just do what they said they’d do!’ ‘They shouldn’t be so opinionated’ Ever find yourself ruminating about ...

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163. ‘If they wanted to they would’ / When you’re obsessing over them

163. ‘If they wanted to they would’ / When you’re obsessing over them

How often have you heard the phrase ‘If they wanted to they would’? Well in today’s episode, I’m talking about that well used advice and how it isn’t always useful. AND offering you a new perspectiv...

28 Nov 202521min

162. Anxiety in long distance relationships (BLAST FROM THE PAST)

162. Anxiety in long distance relationships (BLAST FROM THE PAST)

Whether you're in a long distance relationship or not - there will be something in this episode for you! We're going to cover: Emotional permanence, and how some of us struggle to believe our partner...

21 Nov 202528min

161. Creating self confidence (BLAST FROM THE PAST)

161. Creating self confidence (BLAST FROM THE PAST)

Do you struggle feeling confident? And often find yourself feeling anxious, insecure, and filled with self-doubt? Did you know that, despite what a lot of us think, confidence isn't actually somethin...

14 Nov 202521min

160. Real life coaching: Inappropriate friendships, dating rejections, and unruly mother-in-laws

160. Real life coaching: Inappropriate friendships, dating rejections, and unruly mother-in-laws

In today’s episode I’m answering questions from listeners on their real life relationship struggles. Covering topics including: What to do when your husband has female friends you’re uncomfortable wi...

7 Nov 202522min

159. Dealing with dismissive, defensive or emotionally immature partners

159. Dealing with dismissive, defensive or emotionally immature partners

You’re all listening to this podcast because you’re perhaps aware your anxious mind is causing a lot, or some, problems and you want to take back control of your side of the equation. But what happens...

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