Today in Deconstruct, we explore the myths of heteronormative relationships- relationships focusing on straight couples, the ones regular folks have seen in most films and shows and advertisements throughout our lives.

There are some destructive beliefs that men hold- that they need to be the all-encompassing providers of relationships, and the one-stop destination for every need their partner may have. We explore how this creates restrictive power dynamics in relationships, limits the freedom for care to be reciprocated, and spreads people too thin. How much does one expend in order to maintain to be their partner's fantasy, and how does that unreal expectation harm relationship dynamics?

We explore some of the personal struggles, pains, and shortfalls Fitzgerald has experienced in trying to impress partners more than connecting to them. We explore some big red flags that occur in relationships, and we explore how men can begin to let go of the beliefs they've been imposed that hinder more than help.