Do you and your partner define commitment the same way? In today’s episode, Emilia and Alan unpack the quiet power of true commitment. They share their personal “Code of Commitment,” a five-part framework that keeps their relationship grounded in honesty, empathy, and connection, even during life’s toughest moments. Whether you're newly dating or decades in, this episode will give you the clarity to stop relying on assumptions and start building a relationship rooted in trust, safety, and love.

Show notes:
(2:03) The Doom Loop Vs. Success Loop
(3:41) What does commitment mean
(6:21) Creating your code of commitment
(10:30) Protecting each other’s hearts
(11:42) Derek shares his experience with Alan and Emilia.
(14:06) Honoring autonomy without changing each other
(16:28) Staying connected before bed
(18:01) Code of Commitment
(20:41) Outro

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Does chaos keep finding its way into your relationships? In this soul-stirring episode, Emilia and Alan explore how hidden wounds from our past, unhealed generational trauma, and toxic family dynamics can quietly weave tension into our closest relationships. Through raw stories, heartfelt reflection, and a metaphor that lingers long after listening, they help you trace the true origin of your relationship struggles. Discover how to name the patterns, reclaim your power, and set loving boundaries that make room for connection. Whether you’re in a relationship or preparing your heart for one, this is your invitation to choose peace over patterns and healing over history.

Show notes:
(2:33) When the source is your parent
(7:27) The toxic lake metaphor
(11:07) How shame shapes identity
(13:01) Julie, a listener to The Conscious Couples podcast, shares why she subscribes and listens consistently.
(15:32) Three signs of a drama source
(18:05) The pain of breaking cycles
(20:01) Reclaiming peace through boundaries
(23:22) Outro

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___________________________

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Thanks for joining us for another episode of The Conscious Couples Podcast. We love connecting with the Conscious Couples community, so please make sure you follow us on Instagram. If you enjoyed this episode and would like to hear more, it would mean the world if you subscribed, left us a review, and shared this with someone you love and care about. Until next time, remember, it’s not about you or me; it’s about The We!

Love their soul, but check their behavior. In this heartfelt episode, Emilia and Alan unpack the emotional tension that arises when one partner is more growth-oriented than the other. Through real client stories and personal reflections, they explore the difference between loving someone for who they are and trying to change them into who you want them to be. You’ll discover the power of belief vs. hope, why dragging someone up a mountain never works, and how to hold high standards without losing compassion. This episode offers truth, encouragement, and a fresh perspective on love and growth.

Show notes:
(3:31) The strain of uneven growth
(5:31) Loving them, holding standards
(7:16) Accept, set boundaries, or leave
(9:05) Hope versus belief in change
(11:48) Alicia shares her experience with Relationship Talks.
(14:56) Know your limits as a catalyst
(17:57) Love their essence, not behavior
(20:39) Outro

Book a FREE Relationship Talk Coaching:
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Join our next free Relationship Talks Event #48 on Thursday, June 19th 20th, 2025, at 05:00 pm Eastern Time: “How To Determine Your Relationship's Commitment Level" - https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/gjK7xvmrR_OXIeq2toMH5Q#/registration

Learn more about:
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🎙️ Want to start your own podcast? Email 💬 Alan or Kevin to bring it to life.
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com

___________________________

Follow us on Instagram:
Emilia Smith @evolvewithemilia
Alan Lazaros @alazaros88

*Email:* 💬
alan@theweuniversity.com
emilia@theweuniversity.com

Learn more about The Conscious Couples: http://www.theweuniversity.com.

Thanks for joining us for another episode of The Conscious Couples Podcast. We love connecting with the Conscious Couples community, so please make sure you follow us on Instagram. If you enjoyed this episode and would like to hear more, it would mean the world if you subscribed, left us a review, and shared this with someone you love and care about. Until next time, remember, it’s not about you or me; it’s about The We!