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Dr. Rick and Forrest Hanson expand their conversation focused on finding a long-term partner to include what traits to look for, and how to navigate early sticking points. They discuss life growth curves, how to manage early conflict, healthy approaches for dealing with rejection, and how to support those still navigating a difficult search.\nWatch the Episode: Prefer watching video? You\xa0can watch this episode on YouTube.\nFrom Dr. Hanson: The Foundations of Well-Being brings together the lessons of a lifetime of practice into one year-long online program. Our holiday sale is going on now, and podcast listeners can use the code\xa0BEINGWELL25\xa0 for another 25% off! Please don't hesitate to apply for a scholarship if you're in need.\xa0\nKey Topics:\n0:00: Introduction\n2:45: Green and red flags to look for in a partner\n8:50: Pursuer-distancer dynamic\n9:45: Shared growth curves--relationship as a process, not a person\n12:50: Riding the river of practical daily life\n19:25: Someone who brings out the best parts of you\xa0\n25:25: Different kinds of romantic relationships\n28:55: Rejection and feeling wanted\n30:45: Asymmetry and power dynamics\n34:40: Agency within the pain of rejection\n40:05: Recognizing self-worth\n45:00: Managing early conflict\n51:50: The struggle to find a prospective partner\n59:40: Recap\nSupport the Podcast: We're now on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link.\nSponsors:\nCheck out Woven Earth's line of sleep-supporting CBD products! \xa0Use code BEINGWELL20 for 20% off the purchase price of any of their products.\nJoin\xa0over a million people using BetterHelp, the world\u2019s largest online counseling platform. Visit betterhelp.com/beingwell for 10% off your first month!\xa0\nWant to sleep better? Try the legendary Calm app! Visit calm.com/beingwell for 40% off a premium subscription.\nConnect with the show:\n\nSubscribe on iTunes\n\nFollow Forrest on YouTube\n\nFollow us on Instagram\n\nFollow Forrest on Instagram\n\nFollow Rick on Facebook\n\nFollow Forrest on Facebook\n\nVisit Forrest's website