In this episode, Matthew sits down with Dr. Morgan Cutlip (@drmorgancutlip) to explore the real work of modern relationships. Whether you’re dating, married, or somewhere in between, this is a must-listen for anyone who wants to learn how to communicate their needs, set boundaries, and grow closer to their partner without losing themselves in the process.

Topics Covered:

What actually changes when you become parents, and how to prepare for it.
Why resentment builds when your needs go unspoken.
Dr. Cutlip’s “Ultimate Compliment Formula” for deeper emotional connection.
How to love someone in the way they need to be loved (even if it doesn’t come naturally).
What the “mental load” is and why it’s a hidden relationship-killer.
How to talk about imbalance in a relationship without triggering defensiveness.
The difference between compromise and losing yourself in a relationship.
How to bring up your needs without guilt.
What makes someone “relationship ready” in dating.
How individualism is quietly undermining commitment culture.

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