The Angry Therapist Podcast

Therapy Thursdays | Dating Apps, Toxic Love & Commitment Issues


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In this Therapy Thursdays episode, John answers your questions about toxic relationships, emotional unavailability, sexting in committed relationships, why it's so hard to leave someone who hurts you, and the difference between being in love and being "in lost."

He also shares practical advice on building self-trust, redefining what makes a good day, and what healthy masculinity looks like.

Whether you're questioning your relationship, struggling to let go, or trying to build a healthier life, this episode offers honest reflections and practical perspectives to help you move forward.


In this episode, John discusses:

  • What to do if you discover your partner is sexting other people.
  • How your partner's response after being confronted reveals everything.
  • The difference between being in love and being "in lost."
  • Why toxic relationships can feel impossible to leave.
  • Emotional availability as the foundation of healthy relationships.
  • Why both partners must do the inner work.
  • How childhood experiences shape relationship patterns.
  • One simple mindset shift that can improve your daily life.
  • Why self-trust matters more than motivation.
  • John's current definition of what it means to be a man.
  • 🎙️ More about John:

    📘 My latest book, Love Hard On Purpose. Toss the blueprints. Build something honest HERE

    John’s book publishing company: Soulprint https://www.soulprintmedia.co

    📘 Read John’s book in progress Sh*t Your Therapist Would Never Tell You on John’s SubStackHERE

    If you’re ready for deeper work, the Secure Self course is available HERE

    Order John’s book, Break Up. On Purpose,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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