Love Life With Matthew Hussey

We all know the feeling. We start speaking to or dating someone and we begin to get excited about them . . . but then as soon as we show interest, they start to pull away. This can be painful and demoralizing. But why does this happen? Is it them, or is it us? In this episode, Stephen and I break down a number of “them” and “us” scenarios. For instance: • Some people loathe themselves so much that they devalue anyone who starts to see value in them. • Others might have an obsession with attainment, and once they “get” you, they just move on to their next quest. Thankfully, in these examples, you want to scare off a person like that. But sometimes our actions may inadvertently scare them off. For example: when they see us valuing them more than we should, especially given the stage of the relationship we’re currently in.---►► Matthew Hussey’s free Three Relationships newsletter isn’t just about dating—it’s about creating a life you love. Get practical advice and heartfelt wisdom delivered to your inbox every Friday. Sign up for free at TheThreeRelationships.com

Long distance relationships can feel intoxicating. The late-night calls. The fantasy. The sense that if it weren’t for geography, this could really be something. But when does distance deepen connection—and when does it quietly keep us stuck in something that can’t truly grow? In this episode of the Love Life Podcast, we go deeper than ever on long distance love. We talk about why these connections can feel so powerful, how fantasy can sneak in and blur reality, and the often-overlooked skill of restraint (knowing when not to let yourself fall, even when attraction is there). This episode is about discernment, self-respect, and learning how to protect your heart without closing it off . . . whether the person you’re talking to lives across the world or just across town. -----►► Tired of relationships that go nowhere? Watch my free masterclass, From Casual to Committed, and learn how to stop wasting time on people who aren’t serious: GetCommitment.com ►► For Love Life listeners, Cure is offering 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best by visiting curehydration.com/LOVELIFE and using promo code LOVELIFE at checkout. ►► Have a question for the podcast? Email us at podcast@matthewhussey.com and you may just see it featured in the future.

Breakups can flip your whole world upside down, and in this week’s video, Matthew and Jay Shetty get real about what those moments actually feel like. They discuss why healing doesn’t follow a timeline, and why some seasons of pain simply have to be lived through at their own pace.They also talk about how heartbreak can shape you in unexpected ways and why “right person, wrong time” doesn’t exist. Don’t miss this honest conversation between two friends about finding strength in the very moments you wish you could fast-forward.---►► Never Face Your Love Life Alone Again Try Matthew AI for FREE: AskMH.com

Does it sometimes feel like men are afraid of commitment? You could be dating someone for a few months—and have a ton of chemistry and a great emotional connection—and yet, like clockwork, you hit a wall the moment the relationship gets to a stage where it feels like it should be progressing to the next level. Just when you start to feel that this could be something real, he puts his guard up and isn’t ready to commit.Situations like these can be unbelievably painful, and they can leave you feeling crazy as you analyze the situation to death, wondering if you’re somehow not good enough.Well, in this brand-new episode, I’ll share with you 3 of the main reasons why a lot of men are afraid of commitment and what you can do to turn things around by circumventing those fears.---►► Find the Beautiful & LASTING Relationship You Want. Watch My Masterclass, From Casual to Committed for FREE: GetCommitment.com

There are breakups that hurt . . . and then there are the ones that feel like they’re splitting your life in two. In this episode, the Love Life Podcast team unpacks the kind of pain that’s so shocking and overwhelming that you can barely make sense of it—the heartbreak that leaves you questioning everything you thought was real. If you’ve ever been blindsided by a breakup, this conversation is for you. You’ll learn what you can do when the pain feels unbearable and what your greatest power can be right now. Whether you want to know how to steady yourself, who to trust with your heart, or how to begin rebuilding, this episode will help you find your footing again.---►► A gift for Love Life Podcast listeners: Get 14 days of FREE access to the Love Life coaching program and explore masterclasses, live coaching, real tools (including Matthew AI, for those moments when you can’t stop spiraling), and a community that can help you heal: LoveLifeClub.com►► Our go-to holiday gift for anyone we love: Check out Cozy Earth’s unbelievably soft bamboo pajamas and the blanket Matthew and Audrey keep on their sofa year-round. Use code LOVELIFE for up to 40% off at CozyEarth.com before December 12 (or 20% off anytime)!

If you’ve ever found yourself obsessing over someone who barely knows you exist, or clinging to a connection that’s all spark but no substance, this video with Lisa Bilyeu is going to hit home. In it, I break down the four levels of attraction . . . and reveal which ones matter most.You’ll learn how to stop overinvesting in situations that aren’t going anywhere, how to recognize when you’re confusing impact with character, and how to stop grieving someone who was never your person to begin with. If you’re done wasting time and ready to build something real, don’t miss this.---►► Find the Beautiful & LASTING Relationship You Want. Watch My Masterclass, From Casual to Committed for FREE: GetCommitment.com

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 and shadows us into our next relationship. Is there an antidote to this? Is it possible to regain trust after heartbreak? In this episode, I share 8 rules you’ll want to write on sticky notes and keep handy whenever you need a reminder.---►► Every Friday, Matthew Hussey writes a personal letter to help you strengthen the three most important relationships in your life—with others, with yourself, and with life itself. Sign up for free at TheThreeRelationships.com

What if the first “fight” in a new relationship isn’t a red flag at all? Maybe it’s your first real chance to see how you both show up when things get real . . . and whether you can grow together on the other side of it. This week on the Love Life Podcast, Matthew breaks down the early conflicts most of us dread, why attachment styles hijack our reactions, and how a moment that feels like the end of chemistry can be the beginning of something deeper.You’ll walk away with tools for arguing in ways that build respect and actually bring you closer. If you’re dating, in a relationship, or hoping to be one day . . . today’s podcast may be your new secret weapon.---►► Last chance to grab our Black Friday special: 14 days of FREE access to Matthew AI, your personal coach for navigating love and relationships (seriously, this is like having Matthew Hussey in your pocket 24/7!) Sign up now at Askmh.com►► Hunker down in your coziest PJs with a warm, snuggly blanket. Treat yourself and your loved ones by going to cozyearth.com and use code LOVELIFE for 40% off before December 12. Your holiday list: complete.

Brave enough to date? Then you’ve almost definitely run into ghosting, inconsistency, or someone who disappears then pops back like nothing happened. It hurts the most when hope runs low, and love feels like a race everyone else got a head start in.The issue? We obsess over “Do they like me?” when the real power question is “Do they respect me?” Standards aren’t just defense—they’re offense. Delivered with warmth and a bit of humor, they spark attraction instead of shutting it down. And in this episode, you’ll learn how to do just that.---►► Never Face Your Love Life Alone Again. Try Matthew AI for FREE: AskMH.com