A common concern in dating and relationships is the fear of losing yourself - but what does this mean? In this episode, we dive into what it means to lose yourself in a relationship, why it happens, and how to avoid it. Whether you're worried about losing your identity, your confidence, or even your emotional stability, this discussion touches on how to find your way back again. I also discuss how relationship fears and anxieties may play a major role in how we show up in love. Tune in for all the insight.

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As a relationship coach, and feminist American woman, dating in traditional Japan has been fascinating - and frustrating - at times. In this episode, I get real and personal about my own experiences. I touch on everything from using Tinder to being sexually harassed to finally finding my long-term partner abroad.

Plus, I talk about the two cultural differences I still struggle with in my relationship.

*This episode is a bit different from my usual discussions and touches on my own experiences and navigating my identity abroad. Though Bad Girlfriend Radio usually offers insight and relationship advice, this episode is more personal and may not be representative of everyone's experiences.

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As ambitious ladies, we should be proud for going after our goals and dreams, but how do we balance that with a serious and committed relationship? In this episode, I explain how to get into fears and values behind our future plans - and our partners' too. Maybe you're feeling like you and your partner can't be on the same page about the future and you aren't feeling the support you both need. This episode gets into what's going on behind the scenes to create this clash and how to solve it with understanding. As you listen to this episode, I encourage you to download and follow the worksheet linked below and share it with your partner too.

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Dating can be work - but let's make it meaningful work. In this episode, I talk about how to deal with low quality guys that aren't worth your time and how to attract the right kind of date. Learn how to take away some of the stress and frustration of dating and start calling the shots and making moves in your love life.

There's so much bad dating advice out there - this ain't it. Tune in to find out the red flags to look out for, cut through bad matches quickly, and start feeling better about putting yourself out there.

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Anger: it's natural, but is it unhealthy in your relationship? This discussion is all about keeping anger from taking over those loving vibes. I'll talk about different types of anger and what they mean, how we may cling to anger or use it as a tool, and how to change this anger to be more productive in getting what we really want in our love lives.

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Are you taking on too much responsibility in your romantic relationship? Nagging your partner, or, similarly, trying to help and coach them to be better? Is your partner a bit childish and not as mature as you had hoped? In other words, are you finding yourself parenting your partner?

Trust me, you're not alone. This episode is all about how this parent/child dynamic can happen in our love lives and the root causes. I get into how to change this dynamic and how to stop feeling like a parent in your relationship in order to level up intimacy, communication, and connection.

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Whether you're thinking of living with a partner, already living together, or married and still arguing over dirty dishes, there's a lotta wisdom in this episode to help you navigate life under the same roof as your significant other. Honestly, housework isn't romantic, but neither is fighting over it. I'll talk about the benefits of living together and how to tackle the problems that come with it. We're breaking down your (and your partner's) mindset around chores, 5 methods for dividing up housework, and creating a plan to put it all into action.

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One-sided relationships suck. But in this episode, I give you the tools you need to improve a one-sided relationship because, the truth is, one-sided relationships can be changed by both sides. I break down the main types of one-sided relationships and offer advice for each one, plus I tell you which one really might just be best ended in a break-up. Listen in for the no-BS insight!

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Clear communication is one of my favorite topics! Why? Because it allows you to get real, get honest, and move your relationship forward. In this episode, I give you my 10 rules for clear communication and all the goodies to express your true thoughts and feelings without causing a minefield of explosive fights. Learn to communicate clearly in a way that brings you together for a more connected relationship, not that drives you apart and causes more hurt feelings.

If you're ready to start having those real-talk conversations and strengthen your relationship now, listen in!

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Knowing your deal breakers helps you maintain healthy boundaries in your romantic relationship, but what if you don't know how to identify them? In this episode, I talk all about why deal breakers are the key to better dating and relationships. Then, we dive into the top 5 deal breakers that you must know about, plus other common dating deal breakers and how to choose the ones that are unique to you and your experiences. Finally, I give you some advice for enforcing deal breakers and how to talk to your partner about your expectations (sans awkwardness) - and when to just let it go and part ways with your lover when they've done too many deal breaking behaviors.

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