Love Life With Matthew Hussey
Matthew Hussey
Modern dating doesn’t have to be confusing! Join Matthew Hussey—New York Times bestselling author, world-renowned dating coach, and host of the #1 YouTube channel for relationship advice—for deep, funny, and brutally honest conversations on everything love, confidence, and relationships. He dives deep into helping people transform the three most important relationships we have in life: the relationship with others, with ourselves, and with life itself. Every Wednesday, Matthew is joined by his cohosts: his wife and collaborator Audrey Hussey, who brings her signature warmth, wit, and insight; his brother Stephen Hussey, a New York Times bestselling author with a PhD in Philosophy; and Producer David, who adds his unique perspective and humor to the mix. In weekly episodes, they share practical advice, hard-won wisdom, and strategies to navigate finding a lasting relationship. No matter your relationship status, the Love Life podcast will meet you where you are. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 2, 2016 • 4min
When Your Friend Ditches You for Her New Boyfriend, Say THIS…
You love your friend. You want nothing but the best for her, including an amazing relationship. So why does it feel so sucky when she falls hard for a new guy and wants to spend alllllll of her time with him? You don’t want her to make a mistake, of course, but could there be something else going on? In today’s LOVE Life, we explore what happens when your BFF takes a “Boyfriend Hiatus” and what you can say to her to bring her out of it to spend some time with you. But be warned: she’s not the only one getting a reality check in today’s episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 31, 2016 • 6min
You’ll Shock Your Boyfriend When You Tell Him to Do THIS…
It’s not news to you that giving your guy space can actually bring you closer in your relationship. But how do you put this behavior into practice, especially when you’re so used to spending all of your time together? Today I’m going to give you a quick, unexpected tip you can use that will shock your man, make him insanely attracted to you, and squash any “dude” instinct he has to rebel against commitment. Bonus points for you being awesome: I guarantee this is something none of his past girlfriends have ever said to him before! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 29, 2016 • 6min
Avoid the Confidence Catch-22
What creates confidence? Many people will tell you that it’s attractiveness. But how can you ever feel good about yourself until you get the validation from others that you look good in the first place? It’s a trap, you see… and the only way to close that gap is to realize that there is another, entirely different way to get your validation and create feelings of confidence. I’ll give you that secret recipe today and give you an everyday-life illustration that will make you understand exactly why it’s confidence itself that makes you attractive in the first place! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 26, 2016 • 8min
Getting Set Up: A Survival Guide
On your journey to finding your Mr. Right, you may find yourself getting set up on a date. Whether it’s a cultural thing, or thanks to the (relentless) suggestion of well-meaning friends or family members, suddenly you find yourself sitting face-to-face with a virtual stranger who knows things about you that you’ve never told him. In today’s episode of LOVE Life, I give you some creative ways to break the ice, address the awkwardness, and create a real-life connection of your very own choosing! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 24, 2016 • 6min
The (Low-Pressure) Friday Night First Date
Let’s face it – we all work too hard to risk wasting an entire, precious Friday night with someone we just met if the date doesn’t go well. Allow me to propose the low-pressure, high-value first date: My formula allows you to spend some fun, flirty time with that new guy you’re interested in and you’ll still get to meet up with your girlfriends for a proper night out. You’ll leave on a high note, which is guaranteed to leave him wanting more, and before you know it he’ll be calling (not texting!) for a second date. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 22, 2016 • 5min
My (Slightly Embarrassing) Trick to Get Stuff Done
Discover the power of low expectations and pathetic minimum standards to increase productivity and prevent overwhelm. Learn about the importance of consistency and setting small quotas for accomplishing tasks, and how it can open up new pathways in your brain.
Aug 19, 2016 • 6min
How to Be a Winner (NOT a Victim)
Why do bad things always happen to me? If you find yourself thinking that way, it’s time to STOP. We all face problems and setbacks in life, and having a victim mentality is only going to hold you back from having the happiness you deserve. In today’s episode, I give you the two essential questions you need to ask yourself when something goes wrong so you can learn from it, move forward, and make sure it doesn’t happen again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 17, 2016 • 6min
Take Advantage of Other People’s Time
We all need other people to help us achieve our goals in life. But the more successful our adviser, the more likely he or she is to be insanely busy! So how can we get on their radar… and even more challenging, their calendar? I’ve got a sneaky tip for you that may be just a tiny bit unfair but, hey – you gotta do what you gotta do to get ahead! Plus, it will make your mentor feel like they’ve done something good with their day too. In the end, it’s a win-win for everyone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 15, 2016 • 6min
Get On Your Guy Friend’s Girlfriend’s Good Side
Well of course your best guy friend’s new girlfriend is going to be threatened by you. You two have a history that she can only imagine, inside jokes she just doesn’t get, and a friendship that’s stood the test of time… But the reality is, they’re getting serious and she’s not going anywhere. So how can the three of you make this relationship work? I give you 3 quick tips that will put your guy friend’s GF at ease, build your bond with her, and make sure that both of you stay the most important women in your best friend’s life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 12, 2016 • 9min
Short-Term Dating, Long-Distance Love?
Exploring the challenges of long-distance relationships, with emphasis on open communication and managing expectations. Tips on testing the waters to see where your guy stands on the issue and how to navigate communication frequency in a long-distance relationship.
