When is the appropriate time to ask where a relationship is going? If you’ve been seeing someone for a month and are sleeping together . . . can you ask then? Should you wait four months to make sure you don’t come on too strong? Or maybe you should wait for THEM to ask you? And if they don’t bring it up . . . is that a bad sign? The truth is, we often don’t feel like we can ask because we’re afraid of the answer. In today’s episode, I share three perspectives that can shift your mindset when it...
Jun 05, 2023•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast We often feel like attraction is not a choice in dating. But the decision of who we choose for a life partner is 100% a decision, and it requires us to deeply understand what we value and what qualities will make us happy long-term. In this episode, Matt and the JAMS team discuss how to think about your "type" in dating, the mistakes we make in choosing certain partners, and how to escape toxic cycles in our dating life. --- Follow Matt @thematthewhussey Follow Stephen @stephenhhussey --- ►► Bec...
Jun 02, 2023•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast "What if you're so afraid of rocking the boat with someone you REALLY like that you forget to uphold your biggest standards?" It's such a common story: we fall for someone, find ourselves thinking we can't live without them, and compromise on everything in the hopes of making them happy. Today, Matthew explains how to deal with this scarcity mindset and keep your confidence and self-worth even when you're afraid your standards might cause you to lose someone... --- ►► Stop Waiting and Start Crea...
May 31, 2023•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast How do you really know if you're dating "The One"? Do you just know when it's right, or are there signs this person is the perfect partner for you? In this episode, you'll learn 5 of the most important questions you must answer before you decide on long-term commitment. > Become a Love Life Member for FREE Claim Your 2 Week Free Trial at www.JoinLoveLife.com
May 29, 2023•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast When you fall for someone, it's all-too-easy to misinterpret signs of their affection or presence as signs of them wanting a future commitment. But unfortunately, there are all kinds of reasons someone might keep you close even if they don't want something serious. In this clip, Matt and the JAMS crew discuss how to protect yourself and be aware when your situation doesn't have a future. --- Follow Matt @thematthewhussey Follow Stephen @stephenhhussey --- ►► Stop Waiting and Start Creating the H...
May 26, 2023•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast We’ve been told from a very young age to “play it cool” . . . But as we grow up, we realize that when we feel we need to “play it cool” to keep someone interested, that often means we’re feeling anything but cool . . . and it usually comes from a place of insecurity or a fear of being rejected. Pretty soon, we find ourselves calibrating our conversations and contorting ourselves to meet the other person’s needs so we don’t come off as needy or a nuisance, and little by little, we start to show t...
May 22, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's hard enough dealing with a toxic relationship, but it's even worse if you don't have a strong sense of boundaries to put up when you see behaviour you shouldn't tolerate. In this clip, Matthew, Stephen, Audrey, and Jameson discuss how to implement self-care to protect yourself when you have the tendency to sacrifice your needs for others. Follow Matt @thematthewhussey Follow Stephen @stephenhhussey --- ►► Stop Waiting and Start Creating the Happiness You Deserve NOW - Claim your spot on my ...
May 19, 2023•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast I'm super excited to share this excellent conversation I had with podcaster Candice Horbacz, host of "Chatting With Candice". In this episode, we talk about: - Finding the relationship that works for YOU - The journey of trust and opening up to your partner - Understand the truth about men and their feelings - Overcoming jealousy in a relationship There's tons of great takeaways and Candice has some really powerful insights from her own past and experience. I can't wait for you to check it out! ...
May 17, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever deeply fallen for someone only to feel them gradually fading away? It feels awful. You panic. You overthink every text message. You worry that losing this person could mean losing your chance at a real connection, or your dream of a relationship with someone truly special. I’ve found there are 3 common mistakes people make when they get into this panic mindset, and in today’s new episode, I’ll show you the best strategy to give yourself the maximum chance of salvaging the relations...
May 15, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever felt like the moment you show you really like someone, they start to lose interest? It can make you feel like you ALWAYS have to play games or be "hard-to-get" in order to keep their attention. But is this really true? In this episode, Matthew and Stephen explain the reasons this can happen and what it really means if someone backs off when you decide you like them. --- Follow Matt @thematthewhussey Follow Stephen @stephenhhussey --- ►► Stop Waiting and Start Creating the Happiness...
May 12, 2023•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast We've all been told that we should never come on too strong, and that playing it cool is the best way to get someone interested. But how much interest is the right amount to show in the early days of dating? If we show too much interest, we worry we'll lose all our "power," but if we show too little, they may not even realize we're interested. In today's brand-new episode, I share 5 tips on how to approach this in the early stages of dating so you can not only show the right amount of interest, ...
May 08, 2023•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast We all know flirting is an essential part of attraction, but how do you actually do it? In this clip, Matthew and Stephen talk about some of the subtle, practical ways you can go from casual conversation to flirtation on a first date. --- Follow Matt @thematthewhussey Follow Stephen @stephenhhussey --- ►► Stop Waiting and Start Creating the Happiness You Deserve NOW - Claim your spot on my Virtual Retreat, June 2 - 4, 2023 → MHVirtualRetreat.com...
May 05, 2023•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Have you found yourself checking up on an ex on social media after a break up? Maybe you even found yourself jealous upon finding out they were doing well, or found someone else, or had a success that you don't get to be a part of. In this solo episode, Matt discusses what it means when we overly focus on our ex's life after a break up and how we can get over comparing ourselves to our previous partners. If you want to value yourself and know what really gives you your worth, make sure you hear ...
May 03, 2023•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever stayed with someone in spite of them saying they weren't interested in something serious? Perhaps you'd hoped that with enough time, they'd see your value, realize what you have together is special, and decide to get into a relationship in spite of their fears . . . We've all heard of situations where someone did just need a bit of time to change their mind about commitment, so how can we tell a dead-end situation from one that actually has potential? Don't miss this week's brand-n...
May 01, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sometimes you have to let someone go because of the pain they bring to your life. But what if they seem to improve their behaviour with their next partner?! It can be incredibly frustrating to see an ex who appears to be fixing their issues that previously drove you crazy now the relationship is over. You have an envy for their new partner who seems to be getting the best side of them. How do you get over your feeling of resentment? And how do you stop worrying that his bad behaviour was somehow...
Apr 28, 2023•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ever struggled with a failure you weren’t sure how to recover from? Want to live an adventurous, inspired, and happier life? In this episode, I’m joined for a hugely thought-provoking conversation with Christopher Robbins, founder of Soul Degree. We talk about: Getting over failure and how our identity can trap us How negative self-talk stops us being present The importance of connection + preventing male loneliness Overcoming fear of vulnerability ---- ►► Stop Waiting and Start Creating the Hap...
Apr 26, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Transcript available on Metacast When it comes to the traits we want in a partner, “emotionally unavailable” is never on the list. So why do so many of us end up dating not just one emotionally unavailable person, but a series of them? When someone feels slightly out of reach, our instinct is often to chase them down and make them ours . . . but this is often an unwinnable bet, where we risk losing not only our hearts, but also our time. In today’s new episode, I get to the heart of what goes on when we keep finding ourselves g...
Apr 24, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast You might see you're friends in relationships and wonder: "why haven't I found someone yet?". It's tempting in these moments to self-criticise or wonder if there's something wrong with us. But in this episode, Matt and Stephen explain why you shouldn't expect your path to love to be the same as everyone else around you... Follow Matt @thematthewhussey Follow Stephen @stephenhhussey --- ►► Stop Waiting and Start Creating the Happiness You Deserve NOW - Claim your spot on my Virtual Retreat, June ...
Apr 21, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast In today's episode, I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing actress, entrepreneur, and screenwriter Martha Higareda. She is a beautiful soul and a wealth of knowledge of life and love. In this conversation we cover: - How To Recover From Heartbreak and Narcissistic Relationships - Spotting Toxic Behaviour In Dating - Healing your wounds and your inner child - How To Stop Idealizing In Relationships I'm so excited to share this conversation with you and know you'll get tons out of it! --- Fol...
Apr 19, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today’s interview with Matthew McConaughey is instantly one of my most popular interviews of the last 10 years. Thank you so much if you listened, subscribed, and shared this episode with your friends and family . . . you’re the reason this is reaching so many people right now. One thing that’s surprised people the most is how relatable this entire interview is, and just how vulnerable he gets about what made the difference when it came to overcoming his fears and finding love. He says some seri...
Apr 17, 2023•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast A recent dating study showed that many people have what is known as a "backburner relationship". And many people date today while also still being in touch with exes or former sexual partners. Is this trend dangerous for building a relationship? And what does it cost us in the long-run if we have a "backup person" who we keep contact with? --- Follow Matt @thematthewhussey Follow Stephen @stephenhhussey --- ►► Stop Waiting and Start Creating the Happiness You Deserve NOW - Claim your spot on my ...
Apr 14, 2023•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever dated someone who’s so hard to stay away from EVEN THOUGH they’re not interested in a relationship and you know you should keep your distance? It’s like a drug . . . or the worst kind of junk food . . . even after you swear it off for good, your resolve crumbles the moment they reach out. When you’re in this vulnerable position, the hope that they may change and that things could be different is what drags you back in. And before you know it, you go right back to feeling powerless—...
Apr 10, 2023•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever had an insecurity, a jealousy, or something that hurt you or made you feel threatened, but you didn’t know the right way to bring it up? Of course you have. We all have. Maybe you’re feeling that right now. It can be terrifying, can’t it? We are told vulnerability is good, but we know it can hurt the relationship if we repeatedly express our fears and insecurities. But being vulnerable can actually create a deeper bond with someone, as well as reveal if they’re the right person for...
Apr 07, 2023•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast We asked YOU this week how not having confidence affects your love life, and you answered! It's only when we really ask ourselves this question that we can see all the small ways that lack of self-esteem or negative self-talk can be causing us play it safe, self-sabotage, or just live with unnecessary anxiety. In this episode, Matthew, Stephen, Audrey and Jameson dive into the roots of confidence and what we can do to rewire ourselves for a more positive self-image in approaching our relationshi...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast Have you fallen for a guy who says he’s “confused”? He really likes you and spends time with you, but isn’t sure if he’s ready for a real commitment yet? If you’ve experienced this, you will know that this type of hedging can leave you INCREDIBLY confused. You feel you have something special with him, yet he’s still holding back. You know you can’t live in limbo forever, but you also can’t let go. When you’re in this situation and you really like someone, their excuse can almost become a romanti...
Apr 03, 2023•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's easy to find yourself comparing your attractiveness to others in dating. We compare our looks, our job, our body, our wealth...and we can easily feel like we don't match up. But people don't fall in love with characteristics. And comparison will always leave us with more anxiety and self-sabotage than learning to love what we have. In this episode, Matt and Stephen discuss the problem of comparison and what really makes someone fall for you. --- Follow Matt @thematthewhussey Follow Stephen ...
Mar 31, 2023•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast When you’re looking for a partner to have a family with, the pressure of the timeline imposed on you by your biological clock can make the whole process overwhelming. (Not to mention, when you’re fearful that time is running out, you can end up making bad dating choices.) In this episode, Matthew talks to two experts on fertility: Dr. Serena H. Chen, a fertility doctor, and Dr. Ioana Baiu, a surgeon who’s gone through the egg-freezing process, as we dive deep into the benefits and challenges of ...
Mar 29, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the aftermath of a toxic or narcissistic relationship, we can lose all sense of self. Whether our partner tried to steal our joy at every opportunity, or they wore down our self-esteem with endless arguments and cold-shoulder treatments . . . the end of a relationship like this will leave us feeling disoriented and lost, and it can be hard to rewire our brains and resume normal life once we’re free. At this point, it can be unbelievably hard to trust other people again. Logically, we may unde...
Mar 27, 2023•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast In today's clip, my brother Stephen and I talk about one of the biggest ingredients that keeps attraction going in the early dating stage (can you guess what it is?) Check it out! --- Follow Matt @thematthewhussey Follow Stephen @stephenhhussey --- ►► Stop Waiting and Start Creating the Happiness You Deserve NOW - Claim your spot on my Virtual Retreat, June 2 - 4, 2023 → MHVirtualRetreat.com...
Mar 24, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today I wanted to share a great conversation with special guest Justin Baldoni. He is an actor, a filmmaker, a writer, a speaker, and someone who caught my attention for the work that he was doing to help men, in becoming more vulnerable, in relating differently to their masculinity. In this episode, we discuss: Why men are more sensitive than you think Getting over our trauma Dealing with conflict Understanding masculine vs. feminine energy Getting closure after a relationship --- Follow Justin...
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