This episode is a game changer when it comes to understanding yourself in relationships thanks to long-awaited guest Dr. Nicole LePera, holistic psychologist and bestselling author. Nicole covers so much ground, including why we seek out relationships that feel familiar but aren’t healthy for us (and how to stop), why fear of rejection can be debilitating, and the difference between relationships that are empowered and disempowered. We dissect trauma bonding (both the power and danger of it), and also discuss how couples misinterpret each other’s behaviors (touching on love languages, but going even deeper) and how you can better understand each other instead of expecting them to change. Nicole also tells us about her throuple and the dynamics of it. Before she joins us, we catch up on Ashley’s recent altercation on a plane, Rayna’s observations about sisters, and a star-studded event we attended. Enjoy!
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Why Are We Bad at Dating? feat. Mark Groves
Girls Trips, Couples Vacays, and Solo Travel
Going Off About Abortion Rights
Being Secure In Your Job, Body, and Relationship feat. Bella Swaak
The Rules of F*ck Buddies and Sexual Slumps with Shan Boodram
Take Your Dirty Talk to the Next Level
Our New Company + Your Best Orgasm
Your Brain, Body, and Libido on Birth Control feat. Sarah Hill, PhD
Are You In a Situationship?
Younger Men, Friend Breakups, and Exes with Selling Sunset's Mary Fitzgerald
The Truth About Marriage Laws, Divorce, and Prenups with Attorney Laura Wasser
Moving Cities and Making Friends
Embracing Your Sexuality (Check), Finding True Love (Check), Kids (Questionable) feat. Comedian Ali Kolbert
Attachment Theory and the Science of Desire feat. Andrew Huberman, Ph.D.
When Exes Come Back
Inside the Male Mind (Part 2) with Men's Coach Connor Beaton
Texting Behavior: Decoded with Dr. Mimi Winsberg
How Weaponized Incompetence Ruins Relationships
Soft Launches and Hard D*cks with Kaitlyn Bristowe
Surviving and Thriving After a Breakup feat. Emily Fedner
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