E10 - The Biggest Lessons We’ve Learned From Relationships

Relationships, in all their messy glory, have a way of shaping us in profound ways. In this candid and vulnerable episode, we dive deep into the biggest lessons we've learned from our romantic journeys, both past and present. We'll start by examining the childhood expectations and societal conditioning that often color our adult relationships. Navigating heartbreak is one of the great crucibles of life, and we'll offer compassionate guidance on how to properly grieve the end of a relationship. We'll also explore the courage it takes to open your heart and learn to love again. Growth is rarely linear, and long-lasting partnerships require an ongoing process of understanding and adaptation. We'll share insights on how our most committed relationships have helped us evolve as individuals. One of the hallmarks of true intimacy is the freedom to be your full, authentic self around your partner. We'll discuss the liberation and vulnerability that comes with this level of openness. Of course, no discussion of modern relationships would be complete without tackling the frustrations of dating in the digital age. We'll get real about the pros, cons, and ever-shifting norms of the app-based courtship dance. Finally, we'll explore the thorny questions around relationship milestones like marriage and parenthood. How do we know when we're ready, and how do we handle societal pressure? Regardless of your relationship status, this episode offers an honest, insightful look at the transformative lessons that can arise from our most cherished connections. Tune in for a roadmap to healthier, more fulfilling love. _____ 0:00 Intro 1:32 Our Childhood Hopes About Love 5:09 Loving Someone Through Heartbreak 12:25 How to Properly Grieve a Breakup 15:02 Learning to Love Again 19:28 Growth in Long-Lasting Relationships 24:09 Being Your Full Self Around Your Partner 25:27 Our Thoughts on Dating Apps 26:53 What a Good Date Is 31:39 Navigating Pressure to Have Kids 34:09 How Relationships Changed Us 44:31 Songs That Remind Us Of Our Exes 50:46 Conclusion _____ Shop Agravitae:  https://agravitae.com/ampm Stay Connected:  Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZGMajufmT6ppp4LbKaaiV?si=191d8e2c380540a2 Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/easy-a-podcast/id1759634287 Alexis Ren ~ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexisren/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@alexis Allie Michelle ~ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliemichellel/ Allie’s New Book: Legends of Lemuria: https://shopcatalog.com/products/legends-of-lemuria Our Guided Journal: https://www.intelligentchange.com/pages/becoming-a-warrior-journal?utm_source=social&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=BAW&utm_content=allie Our Courses: We are Warriors: https://wearewarriors.co