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11 Mar 2024 · 1 h 46 min

Books from Lori Gottlieb

“The Relationship Therapist: "This Statistically Is The Best Age To Get Married So You Don't Get A Divorce!", "Men Should Not Split The Bill", "80% Of Women Want Men Over 6ft When Only 15% Are 6ft!"”

4 books mentioned

  1. Cover of Marry Him
    Guest's book

    Marry Him

    by Lori Gottlieb

    Lori Gottlieb · ~00:14:28

    Buy on Amazon
  2. Cover of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone
    Guest's book

    Maybe You Should Talk to Someone

    by Lori Gottlieb

    Lori Gottlieb · ~00:31:44

    Buy on Amazon
  3. Cover of Mr Good Enough: The Case for Choosing a Real Man Over Holding Out for Mr Perfect
  4. Cover of The Paradox of Choice
    Mentioned

    The Paradox of Choice

    by Barry Schwartz

    Lori Gottlieb · ~00:27:35 · on 4 episodes

    Buy on Amazon

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The conversation

Psychotherapist and author Lori Gottlieb discusses modern dating challenges, including unrealistic expectations fueled by apps, gender dynamics, and the optimal age for marriage. She explores relationship satisfaction, self-worth, and navigating heartbreak through grief and self-compassion.

Talking points

  • Unrealistic dating expectations from apps
  • Focus on character over superficial traits
  • Gender roles and financial disparities in dating
  • Optimal marriage age to reduce divorce risk
  • Changing personal narratives and self-worth
  • Wise vs. idiot compassion in relationships
  • Role of crying and dream meanings
  • Navigating heartbreak through grief and self-compassion