You Know It’s Over When…

06/04/25 • 27 min

Breaking up starts long before those final words are spoken. In this raw and revealing episode, we explore the undeniable signs that signal when a relationship has run its course - from communication breakdowns to fading admiration.
We've all been there: making excuses for partners who miss birthdays, experiencing those uncomfortable silences, or feeling the subtle shift when you'd rather spend time with friends than your significant other. These aren't just bumps in the road; they're your intuition screaming that something fundamental has changed.
What makes this conversation so powerful is our shared vulnerability. We open up about our own experiences with relationship endings - from the times we went "super psycho" near the end (because they'd stopped putting in effort that once came naturally), to moments of clarity when we realized we no longer admired the person we were with.
The most profound insight? The distinction between seeing someone for their potential versus accepting their reality. Many of us stay trapped in the fantasy of who our partner could become rather than acknowledging who they truly are right now. As we discuss, men often choose based on present reality while women frequently invest in potential - a perspective that might revolutionize your approach to relationships.
Whether you're questioning your current relationship or healing from a past breakup, this episode offers the clarity and validation you've been seeking. Trust your gut, see the patterns for what they are, and remember - actions speak louder than words. Ask yourself: are you choosing reality or fantasy?
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Short Kings & Situationships: Why the Bare Minimum Hurts So Much with Hope Flynn

Hope Flynn, relationship expert and founder of the So What Community, joins us for a raw, unfiltered conversation about navigating the aftermath of relationships. Her remarkable insight comes not just from professional expertise, but from personal experience—including an on-again, off-again relationship that took eight years to fully end.
We dive deep into the psychology of attachment, exploring why those brief "situationships" sometimes leave deeper scars than long-term partnerships. As Hope explains, it's those unresolved "what ifs" that keep us tethered to short-lived connections, while longer relationships often provide clearer closure because "you've tried everything."
The conversation takes surprising turns as we discuss the modern complications of healing in the social media age. Hope advocates for setting boundaries—sometimes including the block button—as an act of self-preservation rather than pettiness. "I don't really block people," she shares, "but every now and again some people have to get blocked, not because of them, but for yourself."
Perhaps most comforting is Hope's perspective on grief following breakups. She normalizes the waves of emotion that come with losing a relationship, reminding us that mourning someone who's still alive creates a unique kind of pain. Her advice to those currently nursing heartbreak emphasizes self-compassion: don't rush the process or compare your healing timeline to others.
Whether you're currently nursing a broken heart or trying to understand patterns in your past relationships, this conversation offers both comfort and clarity. Listen now to gain practical insights on moving forward while honoring the love that once was.

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