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EPISODE · Jun 20, 2025 · 1H 10M

Women Have Gotten Out Of Control, It Needs To STOP [Ep 82]

from Better Than Perfect | A Relationship Podcast · host Nicole and John Sonmez

Is calling the shots a man’s duty—or a gateway to abuse? John and Nicole dissect the razor-thin line between healthy masculine leadership and controlling behavior. From “submit to your husband” verses to women’s fear of domination, this clash splits audiences right down the middle.⏱️ Timestamps (approx.)0:00 Fear of “controlling men” — why the topic triggers instantly3:00 When leadership gets mislabeled as abuse6:06 John’s stance: men lead, women follow (if trust is earned)9:00 Vetting a man before you ever “submit”12:24 Marriage myths that fuel power struggles18:00 Historical abuse vs modern over-correction23:58 Wardrobe rules: preference or red flag?30:00 Agreements vs micromanagement — spotting the shift33:12 Boundaries: why limits don’t kill love35:58 Micromanaging partners and slow-burn resentment47:53 Respect gaps and escalating conflict50:47 “Women need masculine leadership” — Nicole’s shock take54:45 Anger & ego: staying composed while leading1:01:44 Ego checks, apologies, and repairing trust1:04:30 Action plan: weekly check-ins & transparent standards1:08:00 Final takeaways + next-episode teaser👇 Links & Resources• Podcast site: https://betterthanperfectpod.com• Instagram: https://instagram.com/betterthanperfectpodcast• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Os5mBb4WMKy7rw5GMHDN7• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-than-perfect-a-relationship-podcast/id1719469324🔔 Subscribe for weekly no-filter debates on love, polarity, and personal growth—every topic splits the vote.

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