It Feels Like My Partner Doesn’t Trust Me | Ep 53

Hey there, does your partner constantly ask for reassurance with questions like 'Do you love me?' or 'Are we meant to be together?' If so, your relationship might be haunted by relationship obsessions. Start with my relationship OCD quiz to see if your relationship worries are normal.

 

Buckle up for this episode where I dive into how these obsessions impact your relationship and what you can do about it. Stick around for pro tips to help restore trust and peace. I'm also chatting about the movie 'Silver Linings Playbook' and how common interests like dancing can strengthen bonds. Spoiler: You can't talk your partner out of these obsessive thoughts, but there are ways to cope and grow. Tune in for insights, strategies, and a dose of empathy to tackle relationship OCD head-on.

 

00:00 Understanding Relationship Obsessions

01:52 Impact on Trust and Exhaustion

02:31 Introducing the Obsess Less Love More Program

03:21 Silver Linings Playbook: A Case Study

06:46 Common Misunderstandings in Relationship Obsessions

11:04 Strategies to Support Your Partner

16:40 Setting Healthy Boundaries

20:07 Encouragement and Patience

22:31 Summary and Next Steps

 

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