LOVERS by shan S2 Ep116: Don't Waste Your Time With People Like This!
Apr 23, 2025
In a rare solo moment, Shan dives into the raw realities of love and relationships. She reflects on embracing imperfections that make connections authentic. The emotional journey of curating personal spaces, like a bookshelf, reveals insights into identity and aspirations. Shan discusses the impact of the pandemic on intimacy, urging growth and deeper connections. Plus, she shares crucial tools for navigating relationships, resolving conflicts, and fostering love through transparency and communication.
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Embrace Imperfections Authentically
- Shift your mindset to view imperfections as authentic and unique traits in intimacy.
- Laugh off awkward moments and own them to strengthen connection.
Intimacy as a Joyful Challenge
- Intimacy can be approached as a solvable problem requiring ongoing joyful effort.
- Devoting time and agency to love leads to fulfilling and meaningful intimate relationships.
Calm Fight or Flight for Disagreements
- In disagreements, aim to calm your fight or flight response before engaging.
- Understand your own needs to de-escalate and re-approach calmly for more productive conflict resolution.
