24. The Power Of Appreciation

Published: July 25, 2023, 5 a.m.

Many of us might question why our relationships\u2019 initial butterflies and excitement seem to fade over time. Is it a sign of complacency? Or is this just normal? In this episode, Alex and Jon take on listener questions about finances in a relationship, whether or not you come clean about cheating when your partner already knows, missing out on your hoe phase, and dealing with in-laws who are borderline body shaming your spouse.\n\nSubmit your questions here!\n\n(00:00) Intro\n\n(10:34) Are Finances A Taboo Topic?\n\n(12:44) I\u2019ve Been Unfaithful But Don\u2019t Want To Lose My Boyfriend\n\n(16:58) The Ups And Downs Of A Long Engagement\n\n(21:10) My Boyfriend Isn\u2019t The Same Person That I Fell In Love With\n\n(26:26) So You Never Had A Hoe Phase\n\n(31:42) Are Steady, Secure Relationships Lame?\n\n(35:35) The Impact Of The Pandemic On Your Relationship\n\n(39:37) I\u2019m Ready To Settle Down, But I\u2019m Not Ready To Settle Down\n\n(42:47) Is Giving Out Your Number Always A Hard No If You\u2019re Committed?\n\n(46:25) How Do You Handle In Laws Who Are Getting Too Personal?\n\n(50:59) Icks\n\n(54:02) Listener Review\n\nVisit our website\xa0www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com\n\nVisit our other website\xa0www.alexjon.com\n\nFind us on Instagram!\n\nPodcast\n\nAlex\n\nJon\n\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices