Ep. 24 When Love=Control

from Unlearned Hosted by Jaime Mahler and CA Rhoades

Control can take many forms in relationships. One of those is by putting up boundaries and saying, “no” as an attempt to control, often without even realizing it. In this episode, Jaime and CA explore the role of control in relationships, where it comes from, and what we can to do break the cycle. Notes: Where do we learn to love? How love can be controlling How do we approach shifting dynamics in a relationship? How shifting dynamics provide opportunities for growth The importance of asking ourselves why we say “no” The importance of knowing your asks What to do when your partner refuses to stop controlling you? Links: Follow the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theunlearnedpodcast/ Jaime’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recollectedself/ Jaime’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@recollectedself CA’s Instagram: https://www.secure.instagram.com/embracingdivergence/ CA’s Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@embracingdivergence Support the podcast by joining our Coffee Fiend club:https://www.patreon.com/unlearned Email us topics/suggestions: [email protected]

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