Elizabeth and her friend John have formed a meaningful and healthy, non-platonic relationship, but they are skeptical about their potential to be long-term life partners. They have decided to engage in a non-monogamous dating arrangement to allow them to look for a long-term life partner while enjoying their time together. Sheila joins Elizabeth for a candid conversation about the pluses and minuses of an “intimate friendship.”
In this episode, we explore:
(00:00) Introduction
(06:41) Embracing non-exclusive relationships
(09:02) OCD in relationships
(14:20) Navigating post-divorce relationships
(15:10) Relationship doubts and uncertainty
(20:46) Dogs and dating
(22:41) Embracing uncertainty through illness
(24:37) Navigating early relationship dynamics
(24:45) Wrap-up and conclusion
Links mentioned:
The Attachment Project Connect with Imperfectly Honest via www.imperfectlyhonest.com.
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