Mark is joined by Dr. Alexandra Solomon to unpack the power of relational self-awareness and how it transforms romantic connections. They tackle the challenges of receiving feedback—especially for men—and how societal conditioning can block growth and intimacy. Instead of placing blame, they explore how understanding relational dynamics leads to deeper, more authentic bonds. The conversation closes with a powerful reminder: who we are in relationships isn’t fixed, but ever-evolving through connection.

For nearly three decades, Dr. Alexandra H. Solomon has become one of today’s most trusted voices in the world of relationships, and her work on Relational Self-Awareness has reached millions of people around the world. Dr. Alexandra is a licensed clinical psychologist who trained, taught, supervised, and worked at The Family Institute at Northwestern University for nearly 30 years. She is the founder of the Institute for Relational Self-Awareness (IRSA) where she maintains a clinical practice with individuals, couples, and adult family systems.

Dr. Alexandra's Links:

• Website: https://dralexandrasolomon.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.alexandra.solomon/
• Loving Bravely Book: https://a.co/d/19AEUXR

Create The Love Links:

• Website: www.createthelove.com
• CTL Community: www.createthelove.com/community
• Mark's Book: www.markgroves.com/book
• Get our Relationship Toolkit: How to Thrive in Your Relationships: https://markgroves.com/relationshipmastery