Why do so many relationships fail, even if there’s love?

In this episode, I sit down with Mo Gawdat to unpack the logic, equations, and skills behind relationships and why love itself is actually the easy part.

Mo is the bestselling author of Solve for Happy and a former Google X executive, known for applying engineering and systems thinking to life’s hardest problems. In this conversation, we explore why 96.8% of relationships fail, what most people were never taught about love, and how relationships can be learned, trained, and improved, just like any other skill.

This episode isn’t about romantic clichés or surface-level advice. It’s about understanding:

* why love is logical, not irrational

* how we unknowingly block love

* why relationships fail when seasons change

* and how to become good at relationships, without settling or second-guessing yourself

Whether you’re single and looking for love, dating, or already in a long-term relationship, this conversation will change the way you think about connection.

We of course also get to know Mo, from his way of thinking all the way through to his current project - EMMA.

If this conversation resonates, I’d love to hear your thoughts.

💬 What part of relationships do you feel you were never taught?

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TIME STAMPS

(01:25) Introduction

(03:03) How to be more than your job

(08:04) Giving yourself permission

(13:03) 3 Questions to Align Your Life Choices

(15:20) Is Love Is Illogical?

(25:40) Is there “THE ONE”

(35:42) PPRFCTS - the 7 things we want from a relationship

(43:57) Is AI the best place to help with relationships?

(52:48) Managing or lowering expectations?

WHO AM I?

My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 Connect with me on IG!

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