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S5E11: Bridging the Divide: Exploring Social Conditioning & Gender Roles in Relationships PART 1

Lee Cordell Season 5 Episode 11

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In this 1st episode of a 3 part series, TLC & Dr. Lee dive into Dr. Lee's recent viral TikTok video about systemic and social conditioning in heteronormative relationships, specifically for couples aged 35 to 55. 

In Part 1, TLC & Dr. Lee explore 3 core themes they saw in the comments from women in their audience. 

They highlight the nuances between men and women's upbringing and how these mindsets create common issues in relationships, while delving into personal experiences, sharing insights on how social conditioning shapes interactions and expectations. 

Practical advice is offered for couples struggling with similar issues, emphasizing the significance of self-awareness and accepting each other as they are.

00:00 Introduction and Exciting News

00:13 Viral TikTok and Its Impact

01:15 Themes from the Comments

01:34 Systemic Conditioning in Relationships

02:23 Playing the Viral TikTok

02:29 Analyzing the TikTok Content

03:40 Men's and Women's Social Conditioning

04:40 Impact on Marriages and Relationships

05:46 Breaking Points and Unmet Needs

09:08 Solutions and Self-Work

12:42 Comments from Women

15:10 Comments from Men

25:53 Therapy and Communication Challenges

37:14 Personal Reflections and Miscommunications

37:48 Introduction to the Back from the Brink Masterclass

38:27 Shutting Down and Blame

39:40 Societal Conditioning and Media Influence

40:38 Book Talk Men and Relationship Expectations

42:01 Women's Wounds: Inadequacy vs. Unworthiness

46:54 Energy and Responsibility in Relationships

48:08 Men's Struggles with Therapy and Communication

01:00:36 Parenting and Relationship Dynamics

01:11:57 Masterclass and Final Thoughts

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