Why We Love
The Psychology of Relationships, Attraction & Connection
Hosted by Jill Daiken · New episodes daily
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Latest episodes
Love Beyond the Record: Navigating Dating Stigma & Criminal History | Why We Love
This episode of 'Why We Love' explores the complex intersection of dating, stigma, and criminal history, offering a compassionate guide for individuals navigating relationships after a felony or legal trouble. Host Jill Daiken addresses…
When Your Sibling’s Success Feels Like a Personal Failure | Why We Love
This episode of Why We Love explores the complex, often hidden pain of sibling rivalry and the feeling that a brother’s or sister’s success highlights your own perceived failures. Host Jill Daiken addresses the specific emotional ache that…
The Quiet Years: Repairing Trust After Emotional Neglect | Why We Love
This episode of Why We Love explores the subtle but devastating impact of emotional neglect in long-term relationships and provides a compassionate, actionable roadmap for repairing trust after years of silence. Host Jill Daiken guides…
Why Adulting Feels Impossible & How to Ask for Help Without Shame | Why We Love
In this episode of Why We Love, host Jill Daiken tackles the pervasive shame surrounding adulting and the cultural myth of total self-sufficiency. If you feel paralyzed by everyday tasks like laundry or home repairs because asking for help…
When Distance Breaks Your Boundaries: The Loneliness Trap | Why We Love
In this episode of Why We Love, host Jill Daiken explores the psychological trap of long-distance relationships where loneliness erodes personal boundaries. This guide is essential for anyone in a remote partnership who feels they are…
When Mutual Friends Test Your Boundaries: Navigating the Triangle | Why We Love
This episode explores the complex psychology of navigating boundaries when mutual friends cross lines in your relationship, offering actionable advice for couples facing social pressure. Host Jill Daiken dissects the specific scenario…
When a Friend Breaks Your Heart: Healing Platonic Betrayal | Why We Love
This episode of Why We Love explores the profound and often unacknowledged grief of platonic betrayal, offering a psychological framework for healing when a friend breaks your heart. Host Jill Daiken addresses the unique pain of losing a…
When Their Trauma Triggers Your Wounds: A Guide to Loving Without Losing Yourself | Why We Love
In this episode of Why We Love, host Jill Daiken explores the complex psychological dynamics that occur when a partner’s trauma triggers your own unresolved wounds. This guide is designed for individuals in romantic relationships who feel…