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The Minimalists

458 | Dating Clutter

Sep 2, 2024
In this conversation, clinical psychologist Orion Taraban, known for his expertise in intimate relationships, shares valuable insights on minimizing dating clutter. He provides advice for navigating new relationships after a long-term breakup and emphasizes the importance of personal values. Orion also discusses the challenges of hookup culture and dating apps, questioning their impact on genuine connections. Listeners will learn how to avoid past baggage, decide when to move on, and recognize whether a date is worth their time.
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  • Understanding personal values is essential when dating again after a long-term relationship to avoid past baggage affecting new connections.
  • Balancing emotional satisfaction with transactional fairness in relationships helps create healthier dynamics and prevents conflicts stemming from unmet expectations.

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Understanding Values in Relationships

After a long-term relationship, recognizing and understanding personal values becomes crucial when entering the dating scene. A caller grapples with discerning whether her desires stem from genuine needs or merely a reaction to past issues in her previous marriage. Dr. Orion Terriban emphasizes that true values are often revealed through our choices and interactions rather than through reflection alone. This perspective suggests that tracking one's decisions and the people chosen will clarify what genuinely matters in future relationships.

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