What to do when they pull away + the best dating advice EVER ft. Jemma Sbeg
Jan 8, 2024
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Psychology enthusiast and podcast host Jemma Sbeg joins Date Yourself Instead to discuss what to do when someone pulls away in a relationship. They also cover popular dating topics such as finding love unexpectedly, prioritizing time and communication in relationships, and the concept of love at first sight. Personal stories are shared, emphasizing the importance of taking accountability for one's actions and recognizing one's worth.
Consider the potential impact on your professional life before dating a coworker.
Seek a relationship with someone who already demonstrates the level of care you desire and deserve.
Deep dives
Dating your coworker can be risky
Dating or hooking up with coworkers can be a risky endeavor. If the relationship doesn't work out, it can create an awkward and uncomfortable work environment. Additionally, one of you may eventually have to quit in order to avoid ongoing tension and complications. It's best to proceed with caution and consider the potential impact on your professional life before getting involved with a coworker.
Change in a person's level of care
While people can change and evolve over time, their fundamental level of care for someone may not drastically change. It's unrealistic to expect someone to suddenly start caring more about you if they don't already show a genuine level of care. Trying to force someone to care is not healthy and may not be successful. Instead, it may be more productive to seek a relationship with someone who already demonstrates the level of care you desire and deserve.
Love at first sight vs. developing over time
Love at first sight may involve a strong initial attraction, but developing a deep and lasting love typically takes time and shared experiences. While attraction can be immediate, genuine love often grows and deepens as the bond between two people strengthens. It's important to differentiate between intense initial attraction and the lasting love that can develop over time through shared values and compatibility.
Dealing with someone pulling away in a relationship
When someone in a relationship begins to pull away, it can be a challenging and confusing time. It's essential to communicate openly and honestly about the changes in the relationship and address any concerns or issues. While people can go through periods of distance within a relationship, it's important to determine whether the pullback is temporary or a sign of deeper issues. If the pullback persists and affects the overall dynamic and care in the relationship, it may be necessary to reevaluate the long-term potential of the partnership.
NEW YEAR, NEW EPISODES! FINALLY, I have my very first guest on the Date Yourself Instead podcast, my dear incredible friend Jemma Sbeg, who hosts the Psychology of Your 20's podcast. In this episode, we discuss what to do when someone pulls away from you, and we also cover tons of widely popular dating topics + YOUR sent in questions!!!
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Jemma's socials: @thatpsychologypodcast and @jemmasbeg