Relationship Diversity Podcast

Ep. 048: Shifting Your Relationship Structure - How Timing Can Influence Your Decision

May 18, 2023
Discover the host's reflective journey through various relationship structures, emphasizing personal growth and self-awareness. Explore how the evolution of desires influences relationship dynamics from childhood to parenthood. Learn the importance of timing and intentional reflection for fulfillment in relationships. Plus, get introduced to an eight-week program designed to transform relationship challenges into clarity and satisfaction. Embrace the fluidity of love and connection as you navigate your unique journey!
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Early Family Trauma Shaped Trust

  • Carrie describes childhood stability then a parental marriage collapse that shattered her trust in relationships.
  • She recounts repeated breakups in her late teens and twenties that reinforced fears of being abandoned.
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Healing Through A Monogamous Marriage

  • Carrie tells the story of marrying Matthew at 27 and experiencing deep monogamous intimacy that felt healing.
  • The marriage provided safety and helped her learn trust after earlier wounds.
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Open Relationship Sparked Massive Growth

  • Carrie recounts entering an open relationship after divorce and choosing honesty over security to fuel growth.
  • She credits that period with huge personal expansion and clearer communication skills.
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