EPISODE · Apr 18, 2025 · 10 MIN
Why I am no longer available for okay relationships
from The Doula Johanna Podcast: Keeping Death Close. Living More Fully. · host Johanna Canady
Have you ever found yourself at a dinner, surrounded by nice people, making polite small talk... and feeling completely alone? In this deeply personal episode, I talk about what happens when we stop settling for “okay” in our relationships — in friendships, in marriage, and in everyday connections. I open up about the emotional shifts I experienced after becoming a mother, and how I began craving deeper, more meaningful bonds — the kind where we talk about dreams and fears, not just diaper brands and school snacks. From real conversations with friends to honest talks about sex, money, and burnout in long-term relationships, I share how raising the bar in my connections has brought more joy, intimacy, and truth into my life. And how you can do the same. If you’ve been feeling drained by surface-level relationships, or longing for something more real, this episode is for you. Listen now — and let’s talk about what it means to show up fully and demand more than “just fine.”
What this episode covers
Have you ever found yourself at a dinner, surrounded by nice people, making polite small talk... and feeling completely alone? In this deeply personal episode, I talk about what happens when we stop settling for “okay” in our relationships — in friendships, in marriage, and in everyday connections. I open up about the emotional shifts I experienced after becoming a mother, and how I began craving deeper, more meaningful bonds — the kind where we talk about dreams and fears, not just diaper brands and school snacks. From real conversations with friends to honest talks about sex, money, and burnout in long-term relationships, I share how raising the bar in my connections has brought more joy, intimacy, and truth into my life. And how you can do the same. If you’ve been feeling drained by surface-level relationships, or longing for something more real, this episode is for you. Listen now — and let’s talk about what it means to show up fully and demand more than “just fine.”
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