This Ain't Build-A-Bear

For when you've been trying to build men from scratch. In this episode, Candice shares matchmaking industrystories where "This Ain't Build-A-Bear" was the unofficial motto, breaks down the psychologybehind why powerful women become Builders in their relationships, and teaches you how torecognize real potential versus someone who just needs a lot of fixing and finishing. Plus, adeep dive into Lauryn Hill's "Ex-Factor" and why this song is the anthem of every woman whohas ever loved a "construction project" man more than she loved herself.Key Takeaways:The Karpman Drama Triangle explains why Rescuers attract victims.Six signs you have Build-A-Bear mentality in your dating lifeSeven markers of real, investable potential versus someone who needs to be built from scratchWhy different money values can reveal whether you're growing together or dragging someone through your visionThe difference between a partner and a passengerLinks:Apply for a consultation: candiceharperlovecoach.com/grown-liberated-loveResearch Cited:Karpman, S. (1968). "Fairy tales and script drama analysis." Transactional AnalysisBulletin, 7, 39-43.Lac, A. & Donaldson, C.D. (2020). "Development and Validation of the DramaTriangle Scale: Are You a Victim, Rescuer, or Persecutor?" Journal of InterpersonalViolence, 37(7-8).Draucker, C.B. et al. (2019). "Emerging Adult Women's Views-of-Self in IntimatePartner Relationships that are Troubled." Issues in Mental Health Nursing, 40(4).Song Featured:"Ex-Factor" by Lauryn Hill (1998) - The Miseducation of Lauryn HillHashtags: #datinglife #grownandsexy #relationshipcoach #divineequalmatch#grownandliberatedlove #thisaintbuildabearTheme Music Arranged by Wes Kilgore