Laverne Cox shares insights on online dating and self-discovery in relationships. She opens up about her traumatic past and the importance of loving yourself. The discussion covers navigating relationship dilemmas, prioritizing self-worth, and challenging societal misconceptions about the transgender community. Plus, insights on embracing femininity and sisterhood in LGBTQ+ communities.
Setting boundaries in dating is essential for attracting healthier relationships.
Prioritizing self-worth and self-respect is key to fostering intimate and vulnerable relationships.
Acknowledging privilege, accountability, and empathy are crucial for personal growth and societal progress.
Deep dives
Setting Boundaries and Screening in Dating
When entering the dating scene, it is crucial to set boundaries and prioritize screening potential partners. By clearly defining what you want in a partner and learning from past relationships, you can navigate dating apps effectively. Opting for a brief initial meeting, such as a coffee or drink, allows for quick assessment of chemistry. Consistency and respectful treatment should be key indicators of compatibility, avoiding prolonged messaging and prioritizing self-respect.
Prioritizing Self-Worth and Reflecting on Past Relationships
It is important to prioritize self-worth and recognize patterns in past relationships. Refraining from accepting crumbs of affection and focusing on self-respect help in attracting healthier relationships. Seeking therapy and building a supportive friend group can aid in seeing one's worth reflected positively, fostering intimacy and vulnerability in relationships.
Embracing Growth and Learning to Value Oneself
Through experiences with past partners, including being mistreated, there can be a realization of choosing partners who reflect one's self-perception. By embracing growth and seeking positive affirmations from friends and therapy, one can shift towards valuing oneself and recognizing the importance of being treated well in relationships. Prioritizing self-care and surrounding oneself with supportive individuals are key aspects of personal growth and healthy relationship development.
Importance of Self-Love and Setting Boundaries in Relationships
Self-love and setting boundaries play crucial roles in relationships. The speaker emphasizes the need to love oneself before expecting love from others. Surrounding oneself with supportive friends and choosing partners who treat you well and with respect are highlighted. The importance of practicing vulnerability and intimacy with friends before entering intimate relationships is discussed. Setting healthy boundaries is emphasized to avoid getting involved in dysfunctional dynamics.
Addressing Privilege, Accountability, and Understanding Others
The podcast delves into understanding privilege, accountability, and fostering empathy. The importance of acknowledging privilege, especially concerning race and sexuality, is emphasized. It is mentioned that internalized biases exist within us due to societal norms. The speaker stresses the significance of holding oneself accountable for harmful behaviors, learning from mistakes, and actively working towards progress. Engaging in uncomfortable conversations, seeking understanding, and making amends are highlighted to promote growth and empathy.
Join Alex in the studio for a sit-down interview with Laverne Cox. Laverne dishes to Alex about meeting her boyfriend on Tinder and gives her input on the dating app scene. She hypes up all the Daddy Gang members still out there fighting the good fight looking for their perfect match and gives some great first date advice. Alex and Laverne discuss what wouldn’t get you a second date and how some things (like bad style) can get a pass. Laverne opens up about her traumatic past and how much bullying she endured in her childhood and college years. She shares stories for the first time and reflects on what she had to overcome to get to where she is today. Laverne gets real about loving yourself, accepting who you are, and why we should stop putting up with the bare minimum. Then, she and Alex talk about privilege, what it means and how it shows up in our daily lives. This episode is full of wisdom, important themes, and good girl talk… Enjoy!
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