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Why do we fear love and sometimes run from the very thing we crave most? In this episode, Jim and Teresa unpack the two kinds of commitment fears:
- The fear of losing love, which leads to people-pleasing, over-functioning, or clinging.
- The fear of keeping love, which leads to avoidance, withdrawal, or self-sabotage.
With honesty, humor, and 44 years of marriage wisdom, they discuss how these fears form from past wounds and how to find security, vulnerability, and faith-based freedom in your relationships.
This episode will help you recognize emotional patterns, communicate with courage, and take practical steps toward deeper connection and lasting love.
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Jim & Teresa have been married for 40+ years and have spent the last decade coaching couples through the highs and lows of modern relationships. Teresa is a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, and Jim—a former college football All-American turned certified Relationship & Entrepreneur Coach—brings a direct, no-nonsense perspective to love, commitment, and personal growth. Together, they share honest conversations and practical tools to help you build stronger relationships, one episode at a time.
Chapters
1. Fear of Commitment in Relationships (00:00:00)
2. The Two Types Of Fear (00:02:15)
3. When Both Fears Co-Exist (00:12:51)
4. Behaviors That Reveal Fear (00:16:57)
5. Flaws Vs. Real Red Flags (00:19:25)
6. Identify Your Core Fears (00:29:48)
7. Speaking Your Fears (00:38:22)
8. Use “I Feel” Statements (00:41:40)
9. Building Trust (00:45:18)
10. Finding Small Wins (00:52:13)
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