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Mental Illness Happy Hour

#700 Choosing Healthier Men - Valerie

Jun 14, 2024
Valerie, Paul's friend from a support group, shares childhood stories from Rome with a philandering father. She discusses relationship patterns, self-improvement, emotional exploration, personal growth, and healing trauma. Topics include intimacy, betrayal, family dynamics, and seeking support amidst challenges.
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  • Valerie shared childhood traumas from Rome, highlighting her efforts to break negative relationship patterns.
  • Speaker prioritizes self-awareness in selecting partners, aiming for conscious connections to avoid emotional drain.

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Maintaining Specific Dating Criteria

When seeking a partner, the speaker focused on individuals around their age, with stable careers and conscious awareness. This led to dating experiences ranging from engaging to disappointing, including encounters with emotionally challenging partners.

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