Andrea Vitz
Andrea Vitz, Jon Leon Guerrero
12-04-2024 Being Aware of Our Mental Obsessions
12-04-2024 Being Aware of Our Mental Obsessions
12-04-2024 Being Aware of Our Mental Obsessions
Wednesday 4th December 2024
Dr. Vitz and Jon discuss the fantasies we create about new relationships and offer tips on staying grounded in reality.
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Episode Overview
- Be aware of mental obsessions and fantasies in new relationships.
- Understand the role of dopamine in creating attachment.
- Set realistic expectations and avoid creating an idealised version of your partner.
- Present your true self rather than shapeshifting to fit someone else's preferences.
- Flaunt your failures early on to build a genuine connection.
Don't shapeshift yourself to be the perfect person for somebody just because you desperately want to be the perfect person for somebody.
Ever felt like you’ve met 'the one' after just one date? Dr. Andrea Vitz and Jon Leon Guerrero dive into the fascinating world of mental obsessions in relationships on this episode of Levelheaded Talk. They chat about the fantasy we often create about people we meet and how it can lead to unrealistic expectations. Dr. Vitz highlights the importance of being aware of these mental obsessions, which can sometimes be driven by dopamine rather than genuine connection.
She offers practical advice on how to recognise when you’re falling into this trap and how to stay grounded in reality. Jon shares anecdotes about friends who planned their weddings in high school, illustrating how easy it is to get carried away by fantasies. The conversation is both enlightening and humorous, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to build healthier, more authentic relationships.
Tune in to learn how to check your mental obsessions and present your true self in relationships.