Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina How to be less intense and allow love to naturally unfold.
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Jan 24, 2022 Julie, Gina, and Jeff dive into the challenges of dating too intensely. They explore how early enthusiasm is normal but can lead to overwhelming behaviors. The discussion highlights the importance of groundedness and the role of childhood attachments in shaping our dating patterns. Listeners learn about emotional hijacking and the benefits of therapy for emotional regulation. Practical advice includes slowing down impulses and relying on friends for co-regulation. The hosts encourage embracing discomfort while navigating relationships.
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Hosts Share Personal Intensity
- Julie admits she has a history of being intense in relationships and recognizes that in herself.
- Hosts use this personal admission to normalize and empathize with the caller's experience.
Early Excitement Is Not Broken
- Getting excited quickly about someone is normal and can be a strength when it opens you to connection.
- Julie and Gina normalize early investment while noting it may feel vulnerable and risky.
Balance Openness With Boundaries
- Do hold boundaries while remaining open-hearted so you don't lose your individuality in new relationships.
- Try pacing asks and expectations instead of assuming the other person must match your intensity immediately.