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EPISODE · Jun 26, 2025 · 29 MIN

Learning Love the Hard Way: What We Wish We Knew

from Things My Mother Forgot to Mention · host Jan Bergstrom and Patti Meyer

This episode’s all about the messy, magical reality of relationships—and how many of us entered them without a clue. We dive into our personal stories, the generational myths that shaped us, and what we’ve learned the hard way.Here’s what we cover:The relationship advice that was missedHow family dysfunction models our love templatesCodependency, love addiction, and breaking toxic patternsWhy being alone can be just as powerful as being partneredWhat accountability and emotional health really look like in loveWe get candid, we get deep—and we keep it real. Whether you’re single, married, divorced, or somewhere in between, we’re here for the “WTF is this?” moments of love.Find resources mentioned in this episode here.Learn more about this podcast here.Submit your 90-second lesson/experience here.Apply to be a guest here.Stay updated on new episodes here.*Information shared on this podcast is not medical advice. If you have a concern about your physical or mental health, please seek support from a proessional.

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