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Love Life with Matthew Hussey

107: Can you mess it up with the right person?

Apr 24, 2021
23:28
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Explore the idea of whether it's possible to mess it up with the right person and the feelings of regret that come with past failures in love. Delve into the illusion of guaranteed outcomes and the power of agency influenced by past experiences. Reflect on the concept of free will and self-forgiveness, and learn about the importance of making and learning from mistakes.
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Quick takeaways

  • Mistakes and heartbreaks are integral to personal growth and provide valuable insights and self-reflection.
  • Wishing for a different past is unrealistic as it would mean being a different person and losing the lessons gained through experiences.

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Accepting the Choices Made in Relationships

In this podcast episode, the speaker addresses a listener's question about whether the right person will still choose them if they make mistakes in dating. They discuss the paradox of having a choice in how we act and behave, while also feeling guilty and anxious about the outcome. The speaker emphasizes that changes in behavior can lead to different outcomes, but wishing to have done something differently is unrealistic because we acted based on who we were at the time. The speaker highlights the importance of self-forgiveness and accepting that certain experiences and heartbreaks shape us into a different person.

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