#79: 5 Reasons Why People Cheat

A secure relationship isn’t one where nothing ever goes wrong — it’s one where the foundation is strong enough to hold the hard stuff. For many people (especially those with anxious attachment), insecurity doesn’t come from being “too sensitive,” but from being in dynamics that l ...  Show more

In this Ask Steph episode, I respond to a listener question about wanting more words of affirmation from a partner — but not wanting to feel like you're constantly asking for it. This is a really common tension, especially for people with anxious attachment. On one hand, words of ...  Show more

This week, I'm breaking down my thoughts on Netflix's Ashley Madison documentary and the Laci Peterson story. Keywords: dating, society, culture, relationships, love lessons, dating advice, toxic relationships, overcoming failure, date yourself, being behind, love and money, chea ...  Show more

This episode is brought to you by moonbird: Tired of stress hijacking your day or struggling to fall asleep at night? Meet moonbird, your handheld breathing coach, designed to help you slow down and reconnect with your breath. Born from personal need and backed by science, moonbi ...  Show more

Have you struggled to find people who actually want commitment? Do you feel like you’re always trying to persuade someone why a relationship is a good thing? Dating can feel harder than ever in 2024. In today’s episode, I explain why so many people are anxious ab ...

Have you ever been with someone you were certain would never settle down? The type who would declare to all their friends that they just “weren’t made” for a relationship . . . only to one day announce they’re in a serious relationship or even getting married?

When this ...