Strategic Self vs Authentic Self: Navigating Platonic Intimacy, Attachment Styles, & Romantic Partnerships with Kristine Munro (Part 2)

In this episode, I’m back with part two of my very candid conversation with my bestie, Kristine, who interviewed me for her podcast, Crystal Clear.We go deep into romantic relationships, self-love, and the difference between living as your Authentic Self versus your Strategic Self. I open up about old dating patterns, emotional unavailability, deep shame, and the ways I once hid parts of myself to feel more lovable.We unpack what it really takes to break painful patterns, find the courage to tell the truth, and how to stop abandoning yourself in relationships. In true best friend fashion, Kristine hits on the heavy and vulnerable topics with me, pulling out the real experience behind the scenes. While this healing work can bring you to your knees - it’s in the breakdown of personal posturing where the rewards are found.Highlights:(02:16) Friendships as a testing ground for intimacy and vulnerability in romantic relationships(05:58) My personal escapism in dating born out of shame(09:00) How an image consultation called me out and woke me up to the unserving identity I was projecting(17:17) The catalyst that led to unwavering self-commitment, breaking deep patterns(21:02) The inner battle between self-abandonment and inner devotion(22:30) Why the person who exposes your wounds is your perfect match (for a reason or a season)(24:35) How romantic partnerships are a mirror for your relationship with yourself(27:55) The point at which a relationship will always implodeListen to Kristine Munro’s podcast, Crystal Clear:On AppleOn SpotifyLearn more about Shine Image Consulting HEREResources:Join SJ’s 2027 Winter Writing Retreat: Earlybird pricing happening Now with 15% off using code WINTER15Follow SJ on InstagramDownload the Free Identity WorkbookGrab my SLAY YOUR STORY⚔🔥 Storytelling Masterclass here. Buy The Less Effect on AmazonFollow Landon Hail Press on InstagramDownload the Free Writing Guide for Aspiring AuthorsBook A Free Consultation with Landon Hail PressThis Podcast is proudly produced by Wavemakers Audio

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