A 30-second, playful moment sparked this episode - and a reminder: love isn’t generic. We break down how to speak love so it lands without abandoning yourself, especially when partners differ.

What you’ll learn (10 takeaways):

• Love isn’t generic - different emotional blueprints


• How to avoid the “I’m giving everything, it’s still not enough” trap


• Building emotional safety so defenses drop


• Reducing resentment & energy burnout


• Deepening intimacy beyond the physical


• Faster conflict repair by making the nervous system feel safe


• Future-proofing with regular “What makes you feel most loved?” check-ins


• Co-regulation: why the right love calms insecure attachment


• Turning micro-moments into daily bonding rituals


• Why guessing breaks trust (love is a skill)

Try this today: Ask your partner, “What lands for you this week?” Then do one unexpected gesture in their way of receiving love (a short note, a quick chore, five phone-free minutes together, a gentle touch, a tiny gift).

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