Relationships are a powerful foundation that impacts every aspect of our lives. Our relationships influence our happiness, our energy levels, and our overall health in numerous ways. And on today’s show, you’re going to learn exactly what it takes to build and sustain relationships and create a strong, healthy love life.  Today’s guest, Matthew Hussey, is a New York Times bestselling author, dynamic speaker, and a relationship coach. He’s joining us on this episode of The Model Health Show to share valuable insights on finding and developing strong relationships. You’re going to learn powerful principles from his new book, Love Life: How to Raise Your Standards, Find Your Person, and Live Happily (No Matter What).  This episode contains conversations on identifying red flags and why you shouldn’t always trust your instincts. Matthew is sharing the truth about healthy romantic love, how comparison can destroy your relationships, and tips and standards you can use to cultivate healthier relationships. So click play, and enjoy this interview with Matthew Hussey!   In this episode you’ll discover: The connection between relationships and longevity.  Why love stories can be dangerous. The four levels of importance in a relationship.  Why a connection is like a plot of land.  The difference between romantic love and authentic love.  Why love songs are written about unhealthy love.  The problem with love at first sight.  How our nervous systems have been programmed to interpret love.  Why you should never compare relationships.  The truth about chemistry.  Why so many people get stuck in unhealthy relationships.  What it means to retrain your instincts.  How to use self-compassion and curiosity to broaden your understanding. The question you can ask yourself to identify red flags.  What an amber light is.  A powerful phrase you can use to communicate better.  The difference between a standard and a tactic. Why trusting yourself is the ultimate relationship hack.  The #1 relationship you have to take care of.  Items mentioned in this episode include:  Organifi.com/Model - Use the coupon code MODEL for 20% off + free shipping! Model Mondays - Exclusive for our Model Health Listeners: Get Exclusive Access to bonus content, giveaways and so much more! Love Life by Matthew Hussey - Preorder your copy today!  Connect with Matthew Hussey Website / Podcast / YouTube  Join TMHS Facebook community - Model Nation  This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Organifi.  Organifi makes nutrition easy and delicious for everyone. Take 20% off your order with the code MODEL at organifi.com/model. Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:  Apple Podcasts Spotify Soundcloud Pandora YouTube