Building Healthy Relationships in a Complicated World

In this episode, Liz and Melissa talk to intern psychologist Charlie Chick about what makes relationships healthy, respectful and emotionally safe — whether you're dating, in a long-term partnership, or navigating modern dating culture. They discuss communication pitfalls, emotional safety, boundaries, consent, and knowing when to walk away.

Here are some useful links for listeners who want to dive deeper into this topic (includes support options):

• 1800RESPECT – Healthy Relationships

• ReachOut – What makes a good relationship?

• The Line – Respectful relationships for young people

• eSafety Commissioner – Online Dating & Safety

• Headspace – Navigating relationships and breakups

• Kids Helpline – Dating & Relationships

• Relationships Australia – Communication & Conflict

• Respect.gov.au – Signs of Respect and Control

• Domestic Violence Resource Centre Victoria – Planning to Leave Safely

• Lifeline – 13 11 14 | www.lifeline.org.au

• 1800RESPECT – 1800 737 732 | www.1800respect.org.au

• RMIT CAPS (for RMIT students) – rmit.edu.au/caps