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EPISODE · Aug 12, 2025 · 59 MIN

Defending Relationship Ideology

from Solo – The Single Person’s Guide to a Remarkable Life

Why do so many people defend marriage like it is sacred – even when the data does not back it up. In this provocative episode, Peter McGraw talks to Martin Day about his paper on people’s committed relationship ideology – the belief system that says romantic partnership is the key to happiness, status, and success. With special guest co-host Iris Schneider, they explore how these beliefs are less about love and more about control and comfort in a chaotic world.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.petermcgraw.org/solo

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Why do so many people defend marriage like it is sacred – even when the data does not back it up. In this provocative episode, Peter McGraw talks to Martin Day about his paper on people’s committed relationship ideology – the belief system that says...

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