126: When To Quit A Relationship + What We Can Learn From The Dark Side of Anthony Bourdain

What You Lose With "Backburner Relationships": Some recent research claimed that over 50% of people in committed partnerships have a "backburner relationship". In this episode Matt and Steve talk about: - What defines a backburner relationship? - Why in 2021 has this grown in modern dating... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

19 min listen

What If He Changes For Someone Else?: It's one thing to leave the wrong person, but some people worry: "What if he becomes the RIGHT person for someone else? What if he changes and fixes his flaws and I missed out on the "better" version of him? Matt and Steve talk about where this fear... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

24 min listen

What REALLY Gets You A Second Date...: Matt and Steve talk about the art of flirting and the REAL difference between chemistry and connection... --- Follow Matt Follow Stephen --- If you haven't locked in your place for the next Virtual Retreat this September 24-26, then now... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

30 min listen

YOUR Answers to the Most Overrated Things in Relationships: What do you think is the most overrated thing in relationships? We look at your top answers and decide if we agree or disagree! --- Follow Matt Follow Stephen --- Join us on our virtual retreat on September 24-26! Go to and... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

37 min listen

Why People Disappear When You Show Interest: "When I decide I really like someone, they suddenly lose interest?" Has this ever happened to you? Join Matt and Stephen as they explain the psychology behind someone backing off after you reveal your feelings and what types of people typically show... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

47 min listen

The Truth About Modern Men And Casual Sex: It's recently been shown that young people are having less sex than previous generations. This got us thinking: Is Casual Sex Losing Its Appeal? Matt and Stephen sit down to talk: - How men and women think about casual sex in 2022 - What needs are met... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

51 min listen

Toxic Codependency or Healthy Closeness? How to Tell the Difference: What should you look for BEFORE you even enter into a new relationship, to figure out if your attachment styles are compatible? Having a reliable and steady partner may not get as much attention as other “sexier” attributes, but it really is a... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

12 min listen

Sex Life Part Two: Choosing between romantic partners + the danger of wanting to heal your partner's trauma: Matt and Steve talk about: - Sex Life (again!) - The fantasy of choosing between two different partners - The danger of wanting to heal someone else's trauma --- Follow Matt Follow Stephen --- If you haven't locked in your place for... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

36 min listen

Men Vs. Women: Who Gets Over Breakups Faster? (+ The New Metaverse of Dating!): Matt and Steve talk about: - Breakups and how long it takes to move on - Getting over heartbreak: men vs. women - The Metaverse and what it means for dating: will it make it easier to meet "The One" or kill physical intimacy? --- Join us on our... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

44 min listen

Should He Come Over On The First Date(s)?: It's always a question: How fast should you move when it comes to intimacy? The answer: it depends on what your goals are... Matt and Steve talk about the value of inside vs. outdoor dates early on in a relationship, how to find out what... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

23 min listen

"What If We Have Different Love Languages?" (+ how to talk about being dumped): Join us on our virtual retreat on March 19-21! Go to and spend a magical 3 days with us transforming your confidence and relationships... (EARLY BIRD SPECIAL OFFER - book your spot before April 30th and get 25% off + special exclusive... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

25 min listen

Matt's Challenge From Hell (And What He Learned...): Matt did a big, scary, difficult challenge. It was humbling. It was brutal. And it taught him a lot about friendship, confidence and doing things that scare you... --- Follow Matt Follow Stephen --- If you haven't locked in your place for... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

57 min listen

What's 1 ESSENTIAL quality you look for in a partner? (w/ Matt and Steve): Matt and Steve sit down to talk about ONE quality we've come to find essential in relationships. We look at your answers to the question as well and give our responses! --- If you haven't locked in your place for the next Virtual Retreat this... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

36 min listen

(Rewind): The Subtle Art Of Effective Flirting: We all know flirting is an essential part of attraction, but how do you actually do it? In this clip, Matthew and Stephen talk about some of the subtle, practical ways you can go from casual conversation to flirtation on a first date. --- Follow... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

11 min listen

2021 Half-Time Talk With Matt and Stephen (relationships after covid, dating apps, body confidence, and MORE): The year is half over already...what?? Join us to sit down and chat about: Where love is in 2021 The state of dating apps Body image and confidence Being selective about WHO we want to attract How the pandemic has changed desires for a relationship ... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

52 min listen

"I'm Always Attracted to the WRONG People!": How do we find the right person if we're always falling for the wrong one? It's a common problem, one that can make you feel doomed to always be in unsatisfying relationship cycles over and over again. In this episode, Matt, Stephen and Jameson talk... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

57 min listen

Confessions Of A Reluctant Ghoster (Have You Done It?): Matt and Steve talk about how ghosting happens, and why we all can not only be victims of it, but also unknowing perpetrators... *SPOILER alert for The Sixth Sense (I mean, it's over 20 years old, but ya know...here's your warning). --- Follow... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

44 min listen

How to Know if You Should Keep Trying with Him: Have you ever wondered what the right amount of effort to put in with a guy is? Should you let him know you’d like to go on a date with him? And what about after the date… Should you let him know you’d like to see him again if you felt the date... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

21 min listen

How to Like Yourself More (Right Now): It’s hard to find love when you don’t feel loveable yourself. When you know you’ve made a ton of mistakes. Or you’ve internalized the idea that you’re just not a likeable person. It becomes a self-perpetuating cycle: “I don’t like... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

8 min listen

Why Modern Men Become Simps (Failed Dating Strategy or Sexual Kink?): Matt and Steve sit down to talk about why so many men are now accused of being "simps". We discuss: - What ACTUALLY makes a guy a "simp" - How we should feel about men who do it - What causes unhealthy fandom and hero worship --- Follow Matt ... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

54 min listen

If You've Ever Felt “Not Good Enough” for a Relationship...: Last week, we talked about how the right partner will “elevate your best and soothe your worst.” But what if you feel like your best isn’t good enough? Or you’re afraid your worst will be “too much” for someone? In this situation, it can... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

16 min listen

11 Signs He's Serious About You: So...Matt has some BIG news to share that you may not know about yet! And it got us thinking: What are the REAL signs a guy wants to get serious with you? Matt explains that 11 behaviours to look for that tell you he's thinking about a long-term... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

15 min listen

How to Respond When You Embarrass Yourself...: Get on the first to know list for Impact & secure your spot on my Art of Speaking Masterclass → --- I’m about to share a recent public moment that bothered me . . . While watching a video clip from my recent appearance on the... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

11 min listen

How to Feel Secure Again After Your Trust Has Been Destroyed: Transform Your Confidence With Me Over 30 Days Claim Your FREE Spot on The Confidence Challenge → --- When someone’s betrayed or hurt us—especially when we didn’t see it coming—it’s hard to avoid the lack of trust that latches on to us... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

16 min listen

Can you mess it up with the right person?: Is it possible to mess it up with the right person? Can you miss your chance if you make the wrong move? When you make a mistake, the worst feeling in the world is, "what if I had done things differently?" We talk about how to get over your past... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

23 min listen

Conversation w/ Matt and Steve: Love addiction, Avoiding Red Flags, How To Set The Right Goals: Heyyyy, It's a chat episode! We sit down to talk about: - How to identify addictive behaviours - Avoiding red flags vs. not being affected by past relationships - How to figure out your goals - Crunchy vs. smooth peanut butter It's all here -... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

29 min listen

5 Secrets to Getting a Relationship Even When You Hate Dating: Dating fatigue is real. Given the option, I think most people would choose to bypass the process entirely and skip directly to being in a meaningful relationship. But since science isn’t quite there yet, how can you manage your energy so the dating... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

9 min listen

What It Takes To Find A Great Relationship, Being "Happy Enough" Single + New Year Habits...: Join us on our virtual retreat in March! Go to and spend a magical 3 days with us transforming your confidence and relationships... --- Today Matt and Steve sit down for a little chat. We talk: - Keeping on track with 2021 goals - Why you don't... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

21 min listen

What Gets Him Hooked in the EARLY STAGES of Dating: Matt talks about what gets someone hooked in the first few dates, the 3 texts that get a guy to pursue you, and how to handle the day after you sleep with someone... --- Join us on our virtual retreat on March 18th-20th! Go to and spend a... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

20 min listen

Are Men Less Attracted to “Intimidating Women”?: It’s very common that we hear from women who say “men are intimidated by me!” But what causes this? Is it male insecurity? Do men instinctively get turned off by a woman’s success, income, or assertiveness? In this episode, Matt and Stephen... by Love Life with Matthew Hussey

71 min listen

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126: When To Quit A Relationship + What We Can Learn From The Dark Side of Anthony Bourdain

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