Answering Your Questions LIVE
Matthew Hussey answers live audience questions about dating and relationships, focusing on emotional regulation as the real foundation for attraction and connection.
The gist
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When a partner goes cold, ask them directly what is happening rather than spiraling, since their response tells you a lot about their character.
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Before an ex comes back, write down what was not working so temporary affection or guilt does not pull you back in.
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Being yourself while triggered is actually being your worst self, so finding calm first lets your best self show up.
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In an anxious-avoidant cycle, one person's need for reassurance pushes the other away, and breaking it requires one person to show up regulated first.
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