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If He Says He’s ‘Not Ready to Commit,’ BELIEVE HIM—How to Tell If He’ll Ever Commit | Matthew Hussey (Fan Fav)

May 6, 2025

Join dating coach Matthew Hussey, a New York Times bestselling author, as he shares invaluable insights on commitment in modern relationships. He explores the pitfalls of social media and dating apps that complicate emotional investment. Hussey emphasizes the importance of clear communication and recognizing red flags in partnerships. He also offers practical strategies for navigating tough conversations and understanding personal patterns to foster deeper connections, equipping listeners to make empowered decisions about their love lives.

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Matthew Hussey

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Quick takeaways

Social media and dating apps can hinder emotional connections, making genuine commitment more challenging in modern relationships.

Understanding personal giving patterns helps individuals recognize red flags and avoid unbalanced emotional investments in relationships.

Clear communication regarding expectations and boundaries is essential for assessing commitment readiness and ensuring emotional well-being in partnerships.

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Intro

1min

Navigating Commitment in Modern Dating

11min

Navigating Relationship Conversations with Confidence

4min

Navigating Commitment in Relationships

16min

Navigating Life's Demands: Health and Well-being Tips

3min

Navigating Relationship Communication

8min

The Value of Time: Making Every Moment Count

4min

Navigating Relationship Readiness

20min

Empowering Women Through Open Conversations About Sexual Health

4min

Fan Favorite: This episode originally aired on September 8, 2021. What up, homies! It's your girl Lisa Bilyeu, and welcome back to the Women of Impact podcast, where we dive deep and come out stronger. Today, I'm stoked to have the incredible Matthew Hussey back for the third time.

We're diving into a super important topic: commitment. Ladies, if you've ever wondered about the struggles of getting someone to commit, or if you're second-guessing your current relationship, Matthew is here with the insights you need to tackle these burning questions.

In this episode, we're discussing the effects of social media and dating apps on modern relationships, and the impact they have on our commitment issues. Plus, we're breaking down the practical steps and conversations we need to have to assess if we're on the same page with our partner. Trust me, this is something every woman needs to arm herself with.

Matthew is going to walk us through understanding our own patterns and teaching us how to invest wisely in relationships without burning out. So buckle up, because you're about to get the lowdown on where you stand, and empower yourself to make choices that bring you joy and fulfillment.

Don't miss this episode where we talk about giving and receiving energy in relationships, the necessity of understanding our past to impact our future positively, and the importance of timing in the commitment equation.

SHOWNOTES

00:00 "Giant Red Flags in Relationships"

00:24 Matthew Hussey Introduction

00:29 Discussing Commitment in Modern Society

00:58 Effects of Social Media on Commitment

03:25 Challenges of Dating Apps

04:50 The Impact of Effort in Attraction

06:36 Navigating Commitment Discussions

07:29 Understanding Self-Patterns in Relationships

08:14 Differentiating Giving and Ignoring

09:10 Time Management in Investment

11:10 Approaching Conversations About Commitment