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Beautiful Stories From Anonymous People

Secret Internet Relationship

Sep 19, 2023
Toby Morse, the host of One Life One Chance podcast, invites Gethard to discuss online friendships and the dangers of secret internet relationships. They also touch on the addictive nature of the internet, the value of human connection, and the impact of COVID-19 on socializing.
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Quick takeaways

  • Recognizing the need to disentangle oneself from unhealthy online relationships and prioritize physical and mental health over digital distractions.
  • Acknowledging the detrimental effects of relying solely on virtual relationships and the importance of seeking genuine connections in real life.

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Unhealthy online relationship and addictive behavior

The caller recounts a deep online friendship that turned into a flirtatious affair with someone from another country. They acknowledge that the relationship was unhealthy and addictive, serving as a distraction from their own personal problems and low self-esteem. The caller recognizes the need to disentangle themselves from this situation and step away from the internet to focus on improving their physical and mental health.

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