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How to Find & Be a Great Romantic Partner | Lori Gottlieb

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✓Well SupportedAG1 is a vitamin, mineral, probiotic drink with adaptogens designed to meet foundational nutritional needs and provide insurance for adequate fruit and vegetable intake.✓Well SupportedAG1 is recommended as the single supplement to take for supporting physical health, mental health, and cognitive and physical performance by covering foundational nutritional bases.✓Well SupportedThe book 'Protocols: An Operating Manual for the Human Body' offers scientifically substantiated protocols for sleep, exercise, stress control, and focus/motivation.✓Well SupportedEffective therapy provides rapport with a trusted individual, emotional support or directed guidance, and useful insights that can lead to significant life improvements.✓Well Supported

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✓Well SupportedAndrew Huberman consumes 16-32 ounces of water with a packet of Element upon waking, during exercise, and sometimes a third packet if exercising hard or sweating a lot.

✓Well Supported75% of the calories in David protein bars come from protein.

✓Well SupportedAndrew Huberman consumes a David bar in the late afternoon or mid-morning when hungry between meals to help meet protein goals without excess calories.

✓Well SupportedSleep is fundamental to mental health, physical health, and performance, and an ideal sleep environment is key to achieving excellent sleep.

✓Well SupportedElement is an electrolyte drink containing sodium, magnesium, and potassium in appropriate ratios without sugar, which is important for hydration and cellular function.

✓Well SupportedAG1 is offering a free bottle of vitamin D3 K2, a bottle of omega-3 fish oil capsules, and a sample pack of AGZ with the first subscription to AG1.

✓Well SupportedAG1 contains specific micronutrients that are difficult to obtain in sufficient quantities from whole foods alone.

✓Well SupportedOmega-3 fish oil and vitamin D3/K2 supplementation can support mood, brain health, heart health, and healthy hormone status.

✓Well SupportedGut health is critical for digestion, the immune system, and the production of neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin.

✓Well SupportedAwareness of mortality can be intentionally connected to daily without needing to be sick or facing the end of life.

◐Partially SupportedMaximizers are less satisfied with their choices than satisficers.

◐Partially SupportedText-based conversations lack crucial non-verbal cues like eye contact, facial expressions, and body language.

◐Partially SupportedPeter Attia and Andrew Huberman will release a podcast episode discussing whether exogenous NMN, NR, or NAD+ can increase NAD+ levels and potentially extend lifespan.

◐Partially SupportedTherapists can help individuals edit faulty narratives.

◐Partially SupportedMost people, including oneself, are unreliable narrators because they interpret experiences solely through their own perspective.

◐Partially SupportedTo maintain new habits, one should experiment to find a system that works, incorporating self-compassion with accountability.

✓Well SupportedTherapeutic insight is useless if it does not lead to behavioral changes in the real world, similar to how physical therapy requires at-home exercises for improvement.

◐Partially SupportedUsing other senses can help expand one's narrative and connect with oneself and others during anxiety.

◐Partially SupportedThe goal of co-regulation is to support individuals in developing their own self-regulation capabilities, rather than fostering codependency.

◐Partially SupportedPracticing focused thinking for five minutes on life challenges can lead to understanding and growth.

◐Partially SupportedThe duration required to make a behavioral change varies, with some changes being immediate and others taking years, depending on intensity and consequences.

✓Well SupportedThe mind and body are intertwined and should not be treated as separate entities, particularly when considering physical and mental health.

◐Partially SupportedSocial media can lead to public humiliation and fear of vulnerability in romantic relationships.

◐Partially SupportedProductive anxiety involves sensing danger and formulating a plan to address it, whereas unproductive anxiety involves rumination without action.

◐Partially SupportedMaintenance of behavioral change involves recovering from setbacks without abandoning the effort.

◐Partially SupportedNumbness occurs when the nervous system is overwhelmed by intolerable feelings, leading to a shutdown response.

✓Well SupportedSuccessful couples therapy involves partners focusing on self-improvement rather than criticizing each other.

◐Partially SupportedTherapy can identify unconscious patterns that drive behavior and lead to repeating negative life experiences.

✓Well SupportedWomen, unlike men, often have a pre-existing network of one to three trusted individuals to whom they can confide personal struggles.

◐Partially SupportedThe goal in dealing with grief is to 'move forward' rather than 'move on,' acknowledging that experiences shape individuals and the process involves integrating the past.

◐Partially SupportedTherapy clients should be encouraged to identify the change they desire and their own contribution to undesirable life circumstances.

◐Partially SupportedAndrew Huberman spent his teen years, 20s, and 30s learning to manage the adrenaline response and progressively take on more risk.

◐Partially SupportedIndividuals can choose what to focus their attention on.

◐Partially SupportedIgnoring personal discomfort with a partner's behavior early in a relationship can lead to future resentment.

◐Partially SupportedExcessive social media use can lead to a 'post-dopamine hit trough' where time feels lost and there is no longer a dopamine hit.

◐Partially SupportedWatching an ex-partner's social media hinders moving on after a breakup.

◐Partially SupportedPeople grow individually faster when in a relationship due to feedback and being challenged.

◐Partially SupportedAsking how partners met during couples therapy can help shift focus from problems to positive memories and shared history.

◐Partially SupportedHealthy relationships involve constructive discussion of challenging topics.

◐Partially SupportedPhysical touch, such as holding hands, can calm the nervous system and foster connection.

◐Partially SupportedMaking a list of one's own difficult traits can lead to self-improvement efforts to reduce or eliminate those traits.

◐Partially SupportedIncreased presence with an experience allows for the extraction of more positive and meaningful experiences from it.

◐Partially SupportedBehavioral change is most effectively achieved through small, manageable steps.

◐Partially SupportedProjection is directing feelings about one person or situation onto another unrelated person.

◐Partially SupportedLearning to shift one's feeling state to a more positive one is a practiced skill.

◐Partially SupportedMindless scrolling through the internet acts as a highly effective non-prescription painkiller.

◐Partially SupportedEmotional maturity is the primary factor determining the success of a relationship or marriage.

◐Partially SupportedCouples therapy can facilitate individual growth more rapidly than individual therapy.

◐Partially SupportedPracticing yoga nidra daily for 10-30 minutes can serve as a practice to prepare for death and access vitality.

◐Partially SupportedThe tendency to focus on negative aspects of a partner while overlooking positive ones is like a non-stick pan for good things and a sticky pan for bad things.

◐Partially SupportedThe concept of 'ride or die' in relationships can manifest as calm loyalty or active pursuit of chaos.

✕Not SupportedWasting life energy and time on unresolvable conflicts or failed relationships is detrimental.

✕Not SupportedTrying to talk someone out of their feelings is counterproductive.

✕Not SupportedTwo highly reactive people together can lead to rapid relationship deterioration.

✕Not SupportedEmojis do not adequately replace face-to-face interaction and nuanced communication.

◐Partially SupportedTherapy is an extremely important component to one's overall health.

◐Partially SupportedPeople in successful relationships tend to notice and acknowledge the positive aspects within the relationship, even when facing difficulties.

◐Partially SupportedThe interpretation of neurological states like alertness and relaxation is critical, as the same physiological state can be perceived as positive (elated, peaceful) or negative (stressed, depressed).

◐Partially SupportedIn relationships, no single person will be perfect, and individuals have different strengths and weaknesses.

◐Partially SupportedThere is no single correct way to grieve a loss; individuals grieve differently, and this process should be honored.

◐Partially SupportedAn individual's threat-sensing threshold can be recalibrated.

◐Partially SupportedManaging the adrenaline response and remaining calm in stressful situations has value.

◐Partially SupportedCore character qualities such as honesty, reliability, trustworthiness, and shared life vision are essential in a romantic partner and should not be compromised.

◐Partially SupportedThe Gottman Institute suggests a relationship needs five positive interactions for every negative one.

◐Partially SupportedBringing up relationship issues early prevents the formation of negative narratives about the partner's intentions or character.

◐Partially SupportedRecalibrating one's internal thermostat for risk and danger is crucial for accurately assessing situations.

◐Partially SupportedCalling someone on the phone to ask them out on a date fosters personal growth and sets a positive stage for a relationship.

◐Partially SupportedPausing a difficult conversation to self-soothe and returning later is more effective than resolving it immediately when emotions are high.

◐Partially SupportedConsidering the other person's perspective and finding common ground aids difficult conversations more than making up negative stories.

◐Partially SupportedCurrent feelings can alter the memory of past relationship beginnings, as shown in a study of happy and unhappy marriages.

◐Partially SupportedThe stages of behavioral change include pre-contemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance.

◐Partially SupportedThe workbook companion to 'Maybe You Should Talk to Someone' provides a structured guide for individuals to implement therapeutic tools and make changes.

◐Partially SupportedHigh drama input can lead to a stress response called 'bradycardia', where heart rate slows down, causing a feeling of numbness or blanking out.

◐Partially SupportedRomantic transference, where a patient develops romantic feelings for a therapist, can be discussed in therapy and often reflects a desire for love or validation.

◐Partially SupportedNegative self-narratives can prevent individuals from recognizing positive experiences or accepting love.

◐Partially SupportedActing contrary to initial comfortable instincts can foster personal growth and achieve desired outcomes.

◐Partially SupportedWhen both individuals in an interaction are disregulated, pausing the interaction until at least one person is regulated is best.

◐Partially SupportedWorkbooks and online courses are effective tools for implementing changes in health, wellness, psychology, or fitness.

◐Partially SupportedAn individual can influence another person's behavior by making changes to their own behavior.

◐Partially SupportedMen may not express vulnerability or emotion in relationships due to a perceived lack of room for it.

◐Partially SupportedThe 12-step principle 'identify, don't compare' suggests focusing on understanding one's own partner.

◐Partially SupportedTherapy and change-making should involve actionable, small, manageable steps to avoid overwhelm and ensure success.

◐Partially SupportedExcessive focus on communication about consent and boundaries can lead to fear of taking action in relationships.

◐Partially SupportedThe autonomic nervous system has up-states representing stress or bliss, and down-states representing depression/fatigue or pleasant relaxation.

◐Partially SupportedFocusing on the positive aspects of a partner and appreciating what is present is key to a fulfilling relationship.

◐Partially SupportedFewer digital contact avenues in the past facilitated moving on from breakups with a more defined process of memorializing reminders.

◐Partially SupportedEarly relationship excitement can sometimes be volatility or anxiety rather than genuine excitement.

◐Partially SupportedGrowing up on social media blurs the lines between private and public spheres, leading to a lack of understanding about what constitutes private information.

◐Partially SupportedStopping and reflecting on what is happening can lead to growth in understanding when feeling irritated.

◐Partially SupportedLearning about oneself is significantly enhanced through interaction and feedback within a relationship, rather than solely through introspection.

◐Partially SupportedFace-to-face interaction slows down communication, preventing impulsive reactions and misunderstandings.

◐Partially SupportedAn agreement where neither partner tries to shift the other's emotional state unless explicitly asked can improve interactions.

◐Partially SupportedIn the first three months of a relationship, individuals may present an idealized version of themselves.

◐Partially SupportedGut instinct can sometimes lead individuals to choose comfortable, familiar actions that do not serve their long-term goals or well-being.

◐Partially SupportedBreakups can be significantly impactful and painful, comparable to other major life losses.

◐Partially SupportedCultural messages and social groups can discourage personal desires, leading individuals to seek permission to pursue them.

◐Partially SupportedThe ability to pause between a stimulus and a response differentiates responding from reacting.