Anxiously Attached Dating: Can we trust chemistry? Why does “safe” feel boring? ICYMI, with psychotherapist Jessica Baum
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02/13/24 • 5 min
In honour of Valentine's week, we're bringing you a bonus episode for Day 2 of all things love, for all you anxiously attached out there who are seeking romance. (It's me... this episode is for me.) Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we throw it back to a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed.
Dating while anxiously attached can be a mind-fuck. Is it chemistry, or trauma? Am I attracted to them, or is this volatility just playing into a wound? Why does the "safe" guy feel boring AF? We're throwing it back to the key answers to all these Qs from our attachment styles episode with expert Jessica Baum.
Jessica is a psychotherapist and couples counselor, founder of The Relationship Institute of Palm Beach, and the founder of Be Self-full®, a company that provides counseling, group coaching and courses for couples and individuals.
Listen to our full episode with Jess here.
Take Jessica’s quiz to find out what your attachment style is!
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Our show is produced by:
- Gillian Berner, Host, Producer & Editor
- Olivia Nashmi, Audio Engineer
- Kyla Killackey, Digital Editor
- Carolyn Schissler, Designer & Web Producer
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In honour of Valentine's week, we're bringing you a bonus episode for Day 2 of all things love, for all you anxiously attached out there who are seeking romance. (It's me... this episode is for me.) Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we throw it back to a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed.
Dating while anxiously attached can be a mind-fuck. Is it chemistry, or trauma? Am I attracted to them, or is this volatility just playing into a wound? Why does the "safe" guy feel boring AF? We're throwing it back to the key answers to all these Qs from our attachment styles episode with expert Jessica Baum.
Jessica is a psychotherapist and couples counselor, founder of The Relationship Institute of Palm Beach, and the founder of Be Self-full®, a company that provides counseling, group coaching and courses for couples and individuals.
Listen to our full episode with Jess here.
Take Jessica’s quiz to find out what your attachment style is!
Tune in every Monday for an expert dose of life advice in under 10 minutes.
Follow Jessica:
Buy Jessica’s book Anxiously Attached: Becoming More Secure in Life and Love
Our show is produced by:
- Gillian Berner, Host, Producer & Editor
- Olivia Nashmi, Audio Engineer
- Kyla Killackey, Digital Editor
- Carolyn Schissler, Designer & Web Producer
For advertising and sponsorship inquiries, please contact Frequency Podcast Network.
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ICYMI: Should I Use Dating Apps Or Meet Someone Organically? Dating Coach Lauren Zoeller Weighs In
We're ringing in Valentine's Day with a love week series on all things relationships, dating, and sex! Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed.
There's an ongoing debate between people who swear by dating apps, and people who swear they'll never use them, so we’re throwing it back to relationship coach Lauren Zoeller's advice and fresh takes on how to use apps to your benefit, and how to get dates in this day and age.
Lauren is a CTA certified Love & Relationship Coach, motivational speaker and podcast host. She’s the creator of The Aligned Love ExperienceTM, a coaching program that teaches women how to attract love. She’s been featured in international publications like Prevention, Shape, Business Insider, Thrive Global, Money Inc., and more. Believe us when we say love is her language!
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- Olivia Nashmi, Audio Engineer
- Kyla Killackey, Digital Editor
- Carolyn Schissler, Designer & Web Producer
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No Dumb Questions: Should I use toys in the bedroom? Why is my partner never in the mood? Best sex positions? Tips for threesomes?
It’s humpday, lovers! Welcome to our first episode of “No Dumb Questions,” where we answer all of your burning questions. In honour of Valentine's Day, we’re tackling the most exciting questions of all: Sex. Because whether you’re dating, in a relationship, or very much single, we’re probably all thinking about it. (Mom stop listening!)
You all sent in some amazing questions, so tune in for a chat about:
- What to do when your partner doesn’t want to have sex
- The myth of desire, and the two desire types to know
- Using toys in the bedroom, and top toy recos
- Are expensive sex toys worth it?
- The case for pre-planning intimacy
- Should everyone try anal?
- Planning a sexy role play scene
- How to teach your partner about bondage
- Finding a third for your threesome
Let me know if there’s anything I missed in this episode, and DM any questions you have for future episodes! There’s no dumb questions.
Happy humping!
Our show is produced by:
- Gillian Berner, Host, Producer & Editor
- Olivia Nashmi, Audio Engineer
- Kyla Killackey, Digital Editor
- Carolyn Schissler, Designer & Web Producer
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