Today, I am thrilled to be connecting with Jillian Turecki, a renowned relationship coach, educator, author, and host of the Jillian on Love podcast.\xa0\nSought out for her empathetic approach, Jillian has guided 1000s of individuals over the past two decades, driven by an unquenchable curiosity about what makes a relationship thrive. Through her compassion, directness, and authenticity, she has helped them transform their relationships with themselves by focusing on self-growth.\xa0\nIn our conversation, we explore the societal expectations for women and how improving our relationships with ourselves allows us to become more authentic in our other relationships. We address loneliness and trauma, unlearning parental conditioning, and dealing with situationships, and get into the difference between sexual chemistry and a real connection, narcissism, and warning signs in relationships. Jillian also shares her perspective on marriage and the importance of self-reflection.\xa0\nJoin us for the invaluable insights Jillian has drawn from her extensive experience over the past twenty years.\xa0\n\nIN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:\n\nHow women internalize narratives of weakness due to societal expectations\n\nHow self-esteem impacts relationship choices\n\nWhat people can do to empower themselves and avoid feeling alone\n\nThe benefits of self-validation\n\nWhat we can do to heal past wounds and foster healthy relationships\n\nThe challenge of distinguishing lust from love\n\nWhy self-awareness is essential within relationships\n\nRed flags to look out for in relationships\n\nHow to deal with communication breakdowns in relationships\n\nTips for moving on from a broken heart\n\n\nBIO:\nJillian Turecki is a certified relationship coach, teacher, author, and host of the Podcast, Jillian On Love. Fueled by an insatiable curiosity about what makes a relationship thrive, Jillian has helped thousands over the last 20 years through her teachings, courses, and writing to revolutionize their relationship with themselves so that they transform their romantic relationships. Jillian is sought out for her compassionate, direct, and very authentic style of coaching, teaching, and writing.\n\nConnect with Cynthia Thurlow\n\nFollow on Twitter\n\n\nInstagram\n\nLinkedIn\n\nCheck out Cynthia\u2019s website\n\n\nSubmit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com\n\n\n\nConnect with Jillian Turecki\n\nOn her website\n\n\nOn Instagram or Jillian On Love on Instagram\n\n\nJillian On Love Podcast