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EPISODE · Mar 18, 2026 · 17 MIN

The Hardcore Therapist 128.5- How do you ask for communication and consistency in a new relationship without scaring someone away?

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Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Hardcore Therapist, I explores why expressing needs in early dating can feel so terrifying  especially for people with anxious attachment or past relationship trauma.She breaks down the difference between healthy needs and controlling demands, why self-silencing leads to resentment, and how clear communication actually helps reveal relationship compatibility sooner.If you've ever worried about being “too much,” this episode will challenge that belief and help you approach dating with more clarity and confidence.Topics include:• Attachment theory and communication• Healthy needs vs anxious demands• Why asking for consistency filters the right partners• Practical ways to communicate your needs early in datingSupport the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Hardcore Therapist, I explores why expressing needs in early dating can feel so terrifying especially for people with anxious attachment or past relationship trauma. She breaks down the difference between healthy needs and controlling demands, why self-silencing leads to resentment, and how clear communication actually helps reveal relationship compatibility sooner. If you've ever worried about being “too much,” this episode will challenge that be...

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