TED Talks Daily The difference between healthy and unhealthy love | Katie Hood (re-release)
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Oct 18, 2025 
Katie Hood, a relationship expert with One Love, discusses the critical differences between healthy and unhealthy love. She outlines five warning signs of unhealthy relationships, including extreme jealousy and isolation. Hood emphasizes that love can be learned and practiced, sharing practical steps to cultivate respect and kindness in all types of relationships. Her insights encourage listeners to assess their connections and strive for healthier, more joyful interactions.
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Love Is A Learnable Skill
- Love is central to life but we are never explicitly taught how to love.
- Katie Hood argues the skill of loving better can be learned and practiced over time.
Harm Can Hide In Early Intensity
- Unhealthy relationships often begin thrilling and escalate into danger without clear recognition.
- Katie Hood shows how abuse can sneak in disguised as intense affection and normalizes missing warning signs.
Pay Attention And Use Your Voice
- Pay attention to how your relationship evolves and how you feel about the pace of intimacy.
- Use your voice to state needs and notice whether your requests are respected.