The Messy Middle of Moving On
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Laura and Heather bring together their individual podcasts "Welcome to the Wild" and "Hot Widowed Mess" for an unfiltered conversation about navigating relationships after significant life changes.
• Communication is essential in relationships, especially during disagreements
• Fighting fair means avoiding name-calling and focusing on the relationship, not just winning arguments
• Past trauma can trigger worst-case scenario thinking in new relationships
• Setting boundaries is necessary for protecting yourself while still being open to connection
• Red flags in dating include love bombing, lack of reciprocity, and inability to respect personal space
• Finding balance between giving chances and knowing when to walk away
• The importance of maintaining your own identity and interests within relationships
• Dating as parents creates unique challenges around timing and introducing children
Life after loss or divorce doesn't follow a predictable path, but building resilience means taking relationships at your own pace and honoring your needs along the way.
Chapters
1. The Messy Middle of Moving On (00:00:00)
2. Introducing the Tandem Podcast Hosts (00:01:32)
3. Breaking Up as Mature Adults (00:07:09)
4. Communication in Relationships (00:13:51)
5. Dating After Trauma (00:27:42)
6. Setting Boundaries in Relationships (00:39:03)
7. Red Flags and Dating Deal Breakers (00:46:32)
8. Fighting Fair and Growing Together (00:57:12)
9 episodes