The Real Relationships Podcast
We live in a world that portrays relationships in such a way that people have started to have warped expectations of what they should be. This podcast talks about what happens in the real world, to real people, with real stories (good as well as bad) and topics to help you understand relationships better, not just with others but also also with yourself.
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How to Get Closer Without Taking Your Clothes Off
Most people think intimacy = sex. But real intimacy goes way deeper than what happens in the bedroom. In this episode with Tina Laws , we unpack: ✨ Why intimacy isn ' t just physical ✨ The small everyday things that bring people closer (or push them apart) ✨ How intimacy shifts as we change over time ✨ Why sharing the 'unimportant stuff' can actually be the most important ✨ What true intimacy…
The Hidden Addiction: Co-Dependency Explained
Why do some relationships feel addictive - even when they're unhealthy? Ever wondered why you feel anxious when someone pulls away? Or why you overthink every word? Or why you give too much of yourself? Many people think co-dependency means being clingy, but it's far more subtle and far more common than they realise. In this episode, Dr Nicholas Jenner and I break down: The hidden signs most…
Do You Hate the One You Love? The Truth About Long-Term Relationships No One Talks About.
Do you hate the one you love? It's a bold question… and also the title of my guest's latest book. But this conversation really goes beyond the headline. At 85 years old, psychotherapist Joan Childs (who neither looks, sounds nor acts her age) shares what she's seen in decades of working with couples. We talk about what 'hate' really means in the context of love, why you might resent someone you…
Do You Hate the One You Love? The Truth About Long-Term Relationships No One Talks About.
Do you hate the one you love? It's a bold question… and also the title of my guest's latest book. But this conversation really goes beyond the headline. At 85 years old, psychotherapist Joan Childs (who neither looks, sounds nor acts her age) shares what she's seen in decades of working with couples. We talk about what 'hate' really means in the context of love, why you might resent someone you…
The Hidden Reason You Keep Ending Up with the Wrong People
Have you ever wondered why some people keep ending up with the same kind of person – emotionally unavailable or avoidant, inconsistent, not on your level or just a weirdo? Maybe you're stuck in that pattern? In this episode with Roy Biancalana , we explore the hidden emotional patterns that drive your dating choices (even when you know someone isn't right for you...). We cover: 💡 Why logic isn't…
The Brutal Truth About Moving On After a Breakup
When heartbreak hits, it's tempting to point the finger and most people will blame, bury their head in the sand or try to move on too quickly. True healing however starts with self-awareness and radical honesty. In this episode, I speak with Caroline Clarke , who opens up about her own breakup journey and how she moved from pain and confusion to taking ownership and creating real change. We talk…
The Brutal Truth About Moving On After a Breakup
When heartbreak hits, it's tempting to point the finger and most people will blame, bury their head in the sand or try to move on too quickly. True healing however starts with self-awareness and radical honesty. In this episode, I speak with Caroline Clarke , who opens up about her own breakup journey and how she moved from pain and confusion to taking ownership and creating real change. We talk…
Supporting a Dying Parent - The Emotional Toll No One Prepares You For
What really happens when you become the caregiver for a dying parent? It's a role so many of us have to take on at some point and yet, it's not always spoken about honestly. In this episode with Cath Lloyd , we talk about the emotional, relational and psychological impact of end-of-life care, as well as the unexpected emotions and reactions we can all encounter. From the slow unravelling of roles…
Supporting a Dying Parent - The Emotional Toll No One Prepares You For
What really happens when you become the caregiver for a dying parent? It's a role so many of us have to take on at some point and yet, it's rarely spoken about. In this episode with Cath Lloyd , we talk about the emotional, relational and psychological impact of end-of-life care, as well as the unexpected emotions and reactions we can all encounter. From the slow unravelling of roles and becoming…