The Connected Life

Most relationship conflict isn't about the issue at hand—it's about whose anxiety gets cared for. Whether it's parenting, money, cleaning, or how often you see friends, couples often end up in a tug-o...

1 Sep 20251h 4min

When life feels overwhelming, it's easy to reach for anything that helps us escape. For some, it's alcohol or substances. For others, it's overworking, scrolling, conflict, or control. The ways we cop...

25 Aug 20251h 6min

Some relationships help you grow—and some slowly pull you away from who you really are. So how do you know when it's time to walk away? In this episode, Justin and Abi unpack the key signs that a rela...

18 Aug 20251h 1min

Choosing who to commit to isn't just about attraction or chemistry—it's about alignment in values, emotional health, and the ability to grow together. But what are the signs that it's time to lock it ...

11 Aug 20251h 5min

Most of us think we're being observant when we're really just making snap judgments. Our brains are designed to make quick assumptions—to keep us safe—but in relationships, those assumptions can quiet...

4 Aug 20251h 3min

Falling for someone is easy. But building something that actually lasts? That takes a whole different skill set. In part two of this series, Justin and Abi are joined by Bryant Ellis, the owner and CE...

28 Juli 202550min

Many of us didn't grow up learning how to date in a world of endless options and quick rejections, and those of us who have don't know a life without it. So it's no wonder so many people feel disorien...

21 Juli 202543min

We all hit seasons where life feels too big to carry—and often, our relationships take the hit. Stress doesn't just affect our schedules; it hijacks our emotions, shrinks our capacity, and makes the p...

14 Juli 20251h 1min