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Master Your Relationship Mind Drama
by Rebecca Ore
Feeling anxious and insecure in your relationships? Showing up in ways you don't love and struggling to manage your mind and emotions? Relationship coach, Rebecca Ore is here to help.
Episodes
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206. Should I speak up? Or change my thinking?
You’re hurt about something that’s happened in your relationship. But should you say something? Is it just your thoughts? When should you speak up and when should you change the way you’re thinking about something? This is exactly what we’re talking about in today’s episode! Ready? Let’s dive in....
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205. The comparison trap: When everyone's life seems better than yours
Do you see other people posting their engagement photos, or baby shower pictures and feeling envious? Or maybe you see people posting their travelling pictures - and start to feel dissatisfied with the lack of travelling you’ve done lately? Or maybe you see your best friend’s boyfriend spoiling…
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204. Dealing with shame & anxiety when someone is mad at you
Ever felt an intense feeling of shame when someone is upset with you? Well... I've had a couple of situations happen recently. One with my wife and one with a close friend of mine - where I experienced feelings of both shame & anxiety, after making a mistake. My brain jumped to thoughts like…
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203. Real-life coaching: My partner wanted an open relationship but I didn't
Today I'm answering a question from a listener. "My boyfriend of 1.5 years and I started out having an open relationship. Turned out that this wasn't a good fit for me due to my insecurities and brought on anxiety that was unmanageable. "Now my boyfriend has agreed to be in a monogamous...
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202. 5 ways you push people away when you're afraid to lose them
Is your fear of losing them pushing them away? Are you feeling so anxious that it’s getting in between you and your partner - or maybe you and your friends - when all you want is to feel closer to them? In today’s episode, I’m talking about 5 ways a fear of losing someone actually pushes the…
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201. Your relationship rules: Control attempt or reasonable boundary?
Don’t like thirst trap pictures on Instagram. Don’t reply if your ex messages you. Don’t go for drinks with your female co-worker, unless other people are going. Sometimes we set rules for our partners as a way to avoid or manage our own fears and anxieties. Other times, we really don’t want to…
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200. Real-life coaching: Partner getting frustrated when you're upset & boundaries over following women on Instagram
Today I’m answering real-life questions from listeners on their real-life relationship problems. Including: A person whose partner has expressed frustration when she’s upset And boundaries around following people of the opposite sex on Instagram. Unless you’re the person that wrote it - you…
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199. Why you get so attached in early-dating (and how to stop)
Do you find yourself getting a little too attached too quickly in dating? Maybe you’ve met the person twice, but find your mood is completely dependant on whether they’ve replied to your message yet. Or maybe you feel like dating is a rollercoaster, and even when you didn’t really know the person…
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198. The fear of being unlovable
Do you ever worry that you’re just not lovable? When someone rejects you, or if someone has cheated, left, or rejected you in the past - does your brain jump to: I’m not good enough. There’s something wrong with me? If so - this episode is for you. We’re talking about what it really means to be...
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197. Unhelpful relationship advice that might be fuelling your anxiety
Protect your peace, it’s their job to meet your needs, heal before you get into a relationship… The online space is LOUD and full of well-intended relationship advice. But of course - the most common advice can sometimes be a little black-or-white - when in reality, relationships are filled with...
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196. When your partner is tired of reassuring you (How to reassure yourself)
Do you ask your partner for reassurance multiple times a week? Or find yourself asking for reassurance on the same topic over and over and the anxiety still popping back up, despite what they say? Has your partner said they’re tired of reassuring you, and do you wonder how much reassurance is…
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195. Why other attractive people feel like a threat to your relationship
Does the thought of your partner around other attractive women (or men) make you panic? Do you feel jealous when they talk about their co-workers, worried that they find them hot? Or do you feel on edge when they’re out in bars, afraid they’ll find other people attractive? If so - this episode is...
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194. 5 childhood beliefs fuelling your relationship anxiety
Ever wonder: Why am I the way that I am? Why does an unanswered text ruin my day? Why does criticism seem so big and scary? Why can’t I ever stop worrying about what might go wrong? Well in today’s episode - I’m talking about some of the most common beliefs we learn in childhood that could be at...
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193. Is your brain sabotaging your relationships? (What are my thoughts creating?)
They’re distracted on their phone - so you go in a mood and make a passive aggressive comment. They didn’t ask about an important meeting you had - so you assume they don’t care and don’t bring it up. You haven’t heard from a friend for a while - so you imagine she’s having fun with people she...
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192. My wife told me she doesn’t want children - How I’m dealing with uncertainty
I’m sharing something vulnerable in today’s episode. My wife recently told me she didn’t want children - when we’d always agreed and said that we would. This has of course thrown a huge spanner in the works of our relationship and our marriage - and it’s bringing up a lot of uncertainty. And so I...
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191. Empathy vs taking responsibility for other people’s emotions
When someone is upset with you or you suspect they might be annoyed about something you’ve done - do you instantly feel guilty? When you see someone experiencing negative emotion - do you feel like it’s your job to try and fix it? And feel super uncomfortable until you know they’re okay again? If...
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190. Internal vs External safety in relationships - which do you depend on?
When I was at my most anxious in my relationships - I realised I had been depending on things outside of me being a certain way for me to feel safe, secure or calm. Can you relate? If so - I’m going to be talking today about the difference between internal and external safety. And I’m going to...
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189. The one question to ask yourself when things feel hard
Are you facing rejection? A setback at work? A difficult friendship dynamic? An uncertain outcome? Someone who keeps crossing your boundaries? Whatever feels tough right now - I want to offer you a question that is going to transform the way you approach it. Mentioned in the episode: 1:1 coaching...
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188. Real-life coaching: Taking back a cheating partner & dealing with boyfriend's jealousy
This week, I’m answering two questions from listeners. The first is all about taking back a cheating, avoidant partner. The second is dealing with a jealous partner who has very different thoughts around a friendship with an ex. Mentioned in the episode: Join my email list Work with me 1:1 -...
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187. They didn’t ‘make’ you feel bad - How to take radical responsibility for your feelings
People that work with me learn to STOP using the phrase ‘They made me feel…’ Because they’re finally able to take back responsibility for how they feel and respond to any situation in their life… And I call this taking radical responsibility for your own feelings. It’s something I did years ago -...
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186. Dealing with resentment in relationships
Are you struggling with resentment in your relationships right now? Maybe it’s a friend that’s always late. A partner that doesn’t pull their weight around the house. A mother in law that keeps asking for too much of your partner’s time. Whatever it is - this episode is going to help you step out...
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185. Real-life coaching: Red flag vs anxiety issue & friendship trio jealousy
Today I’m answering real life questions from listeners covering two topics. 1) How do I know the difference between a real red flag vs my anxious attachment? 2) How do I navigate jealousy in a friendship trio? Ready? Let’s dive in! Mentioned in the episode: Get 10% off 1:1 coaching in May- email...
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184. Settling vs embracing an imperfect partner
The fear of settling, of choosing wrong, or of missing out on a ‘better’ partner is one that plagues so many anxious brains in relationships. So I’m spending today’s episode talking about it. I’m going to help you define settling vs embracing an imperfect partner... AND help you call out your...
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183. Building self-esteem: What if I become delusional?
Have you ever wanted to build your self-esteem and think more positively about yourself, but then a little voice in your head says… But what if I become delusional? What if I start believing I’m attractive, when the truth is I’m not? What if I start believing I’m good enough - and it turns out…
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182. 7 lessons that transformed my relationship with anxiety
I have struggled with anxiety for over a decade - since I was a teenager. And finding ways of understanding & managing my own fearful brain, and the fearful minds of my clients, continues to be a fascination of mine. So in today’s episode - I’m sharing 7 of the biggest lessons I’ve learned about...
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181. ‘If I was with the ‘right’ person, I wouldn’t feel this anxious’
How often have you found yourself thinking: Maybe if I feel this anxious, I’m with the wrong person? If I was with right person, I wouldn’t get triggered… right? Well in today’s episode - I’m talking about how that isn’t always the case. And helping you to reframe this thought into something a...
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180. Real-life coaching: Old friendships, saying 'I love you', & texting etiquette
In today's episode, I'm answering real-life questions from listeners and coaching them on their mind-drama from afar! We cover topics including: Navigating old friendships when your interests have changed When the person you're dating won't say 'I love you' How to handle insecurity around a drop…
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179. Am I ‘too much’? - When to share your emotions vs when not to
How often have you asked yourself: Am I too much? Is texting twice too much? Is initiating seeing them again too much? Do you often worry that being open and honest about your feelings means you’re ‘too much’? If so - this episode is for YOU! Mentioned in the episode: Find out about coaching with...
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178. Your brain is lying to you: How your mind determines your reality
We’ve all been told a thousand times that our thoughts create our realities... But when life feels hard, our partners seem uncaring, or the world feels like a hopeless place… it can be an easy thing to forget. So in today’s episode - I want to help you understand exactly how your brain shapes and...
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177. 5 uncomfortable truths about “one-sided” relationships
Maybe it’s a friend you've known for years - and you feel like you’re the one always reaching out to check in or arrange plans. Or maybe it’s someone you’ve been on a few dates with and you feel like it’s always you confirming the next date night. Or perhaps it’s a family member who always calls...
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176. How to move forward after betrayal
If you’ve ever experienced betrayal in a relationship - you’ll know first hand how painful it can be. And I’m dedicating today’s episode to talk about it. Covering things like: Handling the shock of betrayal Why the brain obsesses over needing to know every detail The meaning we make about...
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175. Becoming the director of your mind: How to handle negative thoughts
Think more positively. Your thoughts create your reality. Just don’t sweat the small stuff. All great advice - but hard to implement when you’re in the habit of feeling like a victim to your brain and the stories it tells you. So in today’s episode I’m going to help you shift from being in the...
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174. Are we incompatible? Or is this just my anxious thoughts?
Do you ever wonder if you and the person you’re dating are actually just incompatible? Maybe you know you have some mind drama and insecurities to clear up - but also question if… maybe I’m just with the wrong person? If so - this episode is for you! March 1:1 coaching spots Email me directly at...
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173. The fear of being cheated on
Are you terrified of being cheated on? If so - today’s episode is for you. I’m talking all about the deeper beliefs fuelling the fear of being cheated on. Some will resonate with you, others won’t. But if the fear of being cheated on is something that keeps you up at night - this episode is going...
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172. How to actually feel more secure
Most of us are familiar with what it’s like to feel insecure. And you may find yourself wishing or saying out loud that you want to work on feeling more secure. Most of us go about creating feelings of security all wrong - which is why it doesn't work. So in today's episode I'm talking about…
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171. "Triggered by my partner watching porn" (Real-life coaching)
I want to give you a little insight as to what coaching can look like for real life people - with real life relationship struggles. And so I’m using the example of a past client of mine who felt triggered when she found out her partner watches porn. Even if you can’t relate to that specific…
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170. Are you stuck in the Validation Cycle?
Do you find yourself becoming obsessed with people that are hot and cold towards you - while ignoring the people that are consistently available and there for you? Do you feel like your romantic relationship or even friendships are the focus of your entire world - and if there could be a problem…
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169. How to actually change your patterns in 2026
When you feel anxious or insecure, do you jump straight to action? Perhaps re-reading your messages? Checking when they were last online? Or messaging your group chat? Do you keep repeating the same anxious patterns over and over - and do you keep vowing to yourself you’re going to stop but…
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168. Signs of self abandonment in relationships
Do other people’s happiness tend to get put before your own? Does the thought of being alone terrify you? And do you feel like you cling to relationships with others in an attempt to feel safe? If so - you might be stuck in the habit of self abandonment. Let’s talk about it! Email directly about...
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167. You don't need a new you in 2026 (What you need instead)
Have you set some goals or resolutions for 2026? And are you filled with hope for the year ahead? Or do you kind of think resolutions are pointless.. Because you never succeed at them anyway? Whichever camp you land in - in this episode I’m talking all about why you don’t need a new YOU in…
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166. How to actually care less about what other people think
Are you constantly worrying about what other people think? Are they mad at you? Do they like you? Did they think what you said at dinner was stupid? Or insensitive? In today’s episode - I’m talking about the simple, yet powerful skill we need to master to FINALLY stop worrying so much about what...
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165. Embracing uncertainty - How to feel okay knowing your relationship might not last forever
Does the idea that your relationship could one day end send you into a spiral of anxiety? Do you tend to ruminate over worst case scenarios - panicking, then feeling momentary relief, only to find a new thing to worry about a few days later? Do you fear being left or cheated on, and can’t stop…
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164. "Why can’t they just change!” - Resisting the reality of other people
‘Why can’t they be more sensitive?!’ ‘Why can’t they be more affectionate’ ‘Why can’t they just do what they said they’d do!’ ‘They shouldn’t be so opinionated’ Ever find yourself ruminating about how all the other people in your life should change their behaviours to make your life easier? If so…
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163. ‘If they wanted to they would’ / When you’re obsessing over them
How often have you heard the phrase ‘If they wanted to they would’? Well in today’s episode, I’m talking about that well used advice and how it isn’t always useful. AND offering you a new perspective to try on in its place. AND I’m also going to be talking about why we OBSESS over certain people…
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162. Anxiety in long distance relationships (BLAST FROM THE PAST)
Whether you're in a long distance relationship or not - there will be something in this episode for you! We're going to cover: Emotional permanence, and how some of us struggle to believe our partners still care about us when they’re not physically with us Compromise and deciding how a long...
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161. Creating self confidence (BLAST FROM THE PAST)
Do you struggle feeling confident? And often find yourself feeling anxious, insecure, and filled with self-doubt? Did you know that, despite what a lot of us think, confidence isn't actually something you're just born with? And that you can actually create MORE confidence by managing the way you...
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160. Real life coaching: Inappropriate friendships, dating rejections, and unruly mother-in-laws
In today’s episode I’m answering questions from listeners on their real life relationship struggles. Covering topics including: What to do when your husband has female friends you’re uncomfortable with Fear of being rejected because of what you post online Dealing with potential rejection after...
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159. Dealing with dismissive, defensive or emotionally immature partners
You’re all listening to this podcast because you’re perhaps aware your anxious mind is causing a lot, or some, problems and you want to take back control of your side of the equation. But what happens if you’re doing all of that work - and your partner is continuously responding in ways that seem...
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158. How to handle triggers in the moment
Do you ‘get’ this work - but still find yourself reacting badly when you’re triggered Do you know your thoughts aren’t likely true, but can’t help but panic and react when they appear? If so - you’re likely missing a key piece of the puzzle, which is self-regulation. And in this episode, I’m…
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157. Are we having enough sex? (And other fears)
Do you ever get anxious about how often you and your partner are having sex? Do you question whether you’re having ‘enough’ sex? Keeping score of who initiates the most? Or focusing on their experience of sex, rather than your own? Our unmanaged minds can create so much unnecessary disconnection...
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