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EPISODE · May 30, 2026 · 1H 21M

The Dark Truth About Modern Dating… | Sadia Khan

from Align Podcast · host Aaron Alexander

Sadia Khan, relationship coach and author of The Red Flags, joins Aaron Alexander for a conversation on modern dating, attraction, cheating, boundaries, self-esteem, casual sex, monogamy, and relationship dynamics. Sadia shares her perspective on why people choose the wrong partners, the patterns behind infidelity, the impact of social media on dating, and what men and women are truly looking for in long-term relationships. ALIGN PODCAST EPISODE #596 IS SPONSORED BY: 🎟️Cowboy Colostrum | Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code ALIGN at https://cowboycolostrum.com/align 🎟️ Timeline | Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $99, with the exact same science and formula. And my listeners can still get 20% off when you go to https://timeline.com/ALIGN ========== OUR GUEST ========== Sadia is a relationship coach who has dedicated her social presence to helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of modern relationships. Her passion for helping people build fulfilling and lasting connections has guided her on this meaningful journey. Sadia holds a BSc in Psychology, Master's in Education and Developmental Psychology, Qualified Teacher Status, Diplomas in Psychotherapy, Advanced CBT, Psychoanalysis, and Inner Child Healing. Her academic training and extensive practical experience allow her to offer well-rounded and evidence-based guidance. ============ SADIA KHAN ============ 📸 IG ▶ https://www.instagram.com/sadiapsychology1 ▶ YT ▶ https://www.youtube.com/@sadiapsychology 🤳 TIKTOK ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@sadiapsychology 🌐WEBSITE ▶ https://www.sadiapsychology.com/ ================= AARON ALEXANDER ================= 📸 IG ▶ https://www.instagram.com/aaronalexander/ 🤳 TIKTOK ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@alignmethod 👉 SUBSCRIBE ▶ https://www.youtube.com/@AlignPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 WEBSITE ▶ https://www.alignpodcast.com =========== TIMESTAMPS =========== 00:00 Intro 01:25 Why People Are Confused About Dating 07:20 Sadia's Biggest Relationship Challenges 09:03 Why Men Cheat vs Why Women Cheat 19:42 What Does Toxic Actually Mean? 24:16 Nice Guys, Boundaries & Relationship Dynamics 29:19 How To Know Someone Is Marriage Material 33:45 Does Body Count Actually Matter? 45:12 What Women Want Most From Men 48:44 What Men Need Most From Women 50:00 Can People Truly Change After Cheating? 55:01 Trauma, Healing & Relationship Patterns 01:02:43 Birth Control And Attraction 01:11:27 Marriage, Commitment & Monogamy 01:15:17 One Partner Or Multiple Partners? 01:17:40 Closing Thoughts ====== ABOUT ====== Aaron Alexander is the best-selling author of The Align Method and host of The Align Podcast — a Top 10 Philosophy show with over one million monthly views. For two decades, he has helped the world’s greatest performers, athletes, and CEO’s improve the way they move, breathe, and regulate their nervous systems — simply put, he helps the best in the world feel and function even better. Aaron’s mission is simple: to inspire and educate people to live in alignment — body, mind, and beyond. Through the podcast and Align Breathing certification program, he teaches the principles of posture, breath, and movement that reconnect us to our natural state of strength and ease. ====== TOPICS ====== 1. Modern Dating Advice 2. Relationship Red Flags 3. Male Attraction Psychology 4. Female Attraction Psychology 5. Cheating And Infidelity Thank you so much for watching! Come and let me know your thoughts on the episode in the comments 👇 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sadia Khan, relationship coach and author of The Red Flags, joins Aaron Alexander for a conversation on modern dating, attraction, cheating, boundaries, self-esteem, casual sex, monogamy, and relationship dynamics. Sadia shares her perspective on why people choose the wrong partners, the patterns behind infidelity, the impact of social media on dating, and what men and women are truly looking for in long-term relationships. ALIGN PODCAST EPISODE #596 IS SPONSORED BY: 🎟️Cowboy Colostrum | Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code ALIGN at https://cowboycolostrum.com/align 🎟️ Timeline | Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $99, with the exact same science and formula. And my listeners can still get 20% off when you go to https://timeline.com/ALIGN ========== OUR GUEST ========== Sadia is a relationship coach who has dedicated her social presence to helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of modern relationships. Her passion for helping people build fulfilling and lasting connections has guided her on this meaningful journey. Sadia holds a BSc in Psychology, Master's in Education and Developmental Psychology, Qualified Teacher Status, Diplomas in Psychotherapy, Advanced CBT, Psychoanalysis, and Inner Child Healing. Her academic training and extensive practical experience allow her to offer well-rounded and evidence-based guidance. ============ SADIA KHAN ============ 📸 IG ▶ https://www.instagram.com/sadiapsychology1 ▶ YT ▶ https://www.youtube.com/@sadiapsychology 🤳 TIKTOK ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@sadiapsychology 🌐WEBSITE ▶ https://www.sadiapsychology.com/ ================= AARON ALEXANDER ================= 📸 IG ▶ https://www.instagram.com/aaronalexander/ 🤳 TIKTOK ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@alignmethod 👉 SUBSCRIBE ▶ https://www.youtube.com/@AlignPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 WEBSITE ▶ https://www.alignpodcast.com =========== TIMESTAMPS =========== 00:00 Intro 01:25 Why People Are Confused About Dating 07:20 Sadia's Biggest Relationship Challenges 09:03 Why Men Cheat vs Why Women Cheat 19:42 What Does Toxic Actually Mean? 24:16 Nice Guys, Boundaries & Relationship Dynamics 29:19 How To Know Someone Is Marriage Material 33:45 Does Body Count Actually Matter? 45:12 What Women Want Most From Men 48:44 What Men Need Most From Women 50:00 Can People Truly Change After Cheating? 55:01 Trauma, Healing & Relationship Patterns 01:02:43 Birth Control And Attraction 01:11:27 Marriage, Commitment & Monogamy 01:15:17 One Partner Or Multiple Partners? 01:17:40 Closing Thoughts ====== ABOUT ====== Aaron Alexander is the best-selling author of The Align Method and host of The Align Podcast — a Top 10 Philosophy show with over one million monthly views. For two decades, he has helped the world’s greatest performers, athletes, and CEO’s improve the way they move, breathe, and regulate their nervous systems — simply put, he helps the best in the world feel and function even better. Aaron’s mission is simple: to inspire and educate people to live in alignment — body, mind, and beyond. Through the podcast and Align Breathing certification program, he teaches the principles of posture, breath, and movement that reconnect us to our natural state of strength and ease. ====== TOPICS ====== 1. Modern Dating Advice 2. Relationship Red Flags 3. Male Attraction Psychology 4. Female Attraction Psychology 5. Cheating And Infidelity Thank you so much for watching! Come and let me know your thoughts on the episode in the comments 👇 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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