EPISODE · Sep 11, 2024 · 15 MIN
Myth vs Fact: We marry a version of our mother or father
from The Parenting Playbook Podcast · host Nicola Saunders
Today, I will explore whether it is a myth or a fact that we marry a version of our mother or father. Is this even a thing? If it is, then ouchie, the idea that we are drawn to versions of our parents in our romantic relationships may feel a little strange. If it isn't, then the question is why we are drawn to certain types of people. Well, the answers are all here. Join me in understanding the research and theories that support or refute this theory and also my experiences as a therapist for over 20 years.
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Today, I will explore whether it is a myth or a fact that we marry a version of our mother or father. Is this even a thing? If it is, then ouchie, the idea that we are drawn to versions of our parents in our romantic relationships may feel a little strange. If it isn't, then the question is why we are drawn to certain types of people. Well, the answers are all here. Join me in understanding the research and theories that support or refute this theory and also my experiences as a therapist for over 20 years.
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