Narcissists, Non-Monogamy, Porn Addiction, AI Love Affairs & The Spiritual Work of Relationships | Jillian Turecki

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In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Jillian Turecki, whose work has inspired millions to transform their relationships through responsibility and self-awareness. Together, we dig into what it really means to take accountability - not as blame, but as empowerment - and how that shift changes everything in love.

We talk about the difference between fighting for your relationship versus fighting to feel “enough,” the impact unresolved relationships can have on our physical health, and how making peace with our parents shapes the way we love. Jillian and I also unpack social media’s role in today’s loneliness crisis, the rise of AI “relationships,” and why interdependence - not codependency - is the foundation of true connection.

This one is both deeply practical and profoundly spiritual. If you’ve ever struggled with repeating patterns in love, or you’re ready to create the relationships you’ve always wanted, Jillian’s wisdom will resonate deeply.

Jillian Turecki is a renowned relationship expert, NY Times bestselling author, and host of the podcast, Jillian On Love. Drawing from her intense study of human behavior and psychology, yoga, meditation, and somatic practices, Jillian seamlessly weaves together ancient wisdom and modern insights to offer an innovative approach to healing and transformation.

Between Jillian’s book, podcast, her newsletter “Love Weekly,” her online membership, courses, and her huge social media community, Jillian has changed the lives of millions of people who seek her actionable, compassionate, direct, and research-driven insight. 

A few of my favorite things we cover in this episode: 

• Why personal responsibility is not about blame, but about empowerment
• The difference between fighting for a relationship and fighting to be “enough”
• How relationship stress can manifest as physical symptoms
• The importance of making peace with parents (living or not)
• Defining interdependence vs. codependency in modern relationships
• How social media fuels loneliness and reshapes love
• The rise of AI “relationships” and why Jillian calls it “the fall of the Roman Empire”
• The truth about pornography addiction and its impact on intimacy
• Narcissism: what it really is vs. pop psychology myths
• Why knowing your values is essential for lasting love

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Dr. Will Cole