Summer's actions might be influenced by her desire to appease Tom, as she values their relationship and might want to maintain it, even when boundaries are crossed. She may be making decisions to ensure her own safety and might dissociate to protect herself in emotionally charged situations. Summer's decision to visit Tom after a disagreement could stem from caring for him and wanting to mend their relationship, rather than just as a friend. Despite setting boundaries, she may lower them at times to address Tom's expectations and maintain their connection.
Happy Valentine’s Day! Let’s travel back in time to the height of quirky hipsterdom, 2009, and dive into 500 Days of Summer! This movie has been heavily requested for almost the entire time we’ve been doing the podcast. As the movie reminds us several times, this is NOT a love story! So we will be breaking down the concept of “Situationships”, what are they, how do you end up them, and how to get out of them. So check it out unless you want to end up like a Tom.
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