Why Women Settle (and How to Finally Put Yourself First)

Listen to this episode from I Wish You Knew on Spotify. Many women find themselves in relationships that look perfect on paper but leave them feeling unfulfilled. In this episode, dating expert Julia Mazur shares her personal journey of settling in relationships and how she finally broke free. She discusses societal expectations, personal struggles, and the key mindset shifts needed to prioritize yourself in love and life. ✨ Main Topics Covered ✨ 👉 The dating challenges many women face and why they often settle. 👉 The influence of cultural and family expectations on relationships. 👉 The emotional toll of being in a relationship with the “ideal” partner. 👉 How loneliness and lack of fulfillment pushed Julia to reassess her choices. 👉 The dangers of love bombing and future faking in dating. 👉 The importance of filtering potential partners through meaningful questions. 👉 Understanding feminine energy and how it impacts attraction. 👉 Why being interested in your partner is more important than trying to be interesting. Julia emphasizes that true happiness in relationships starts with self-worth and refusing to settle. She encourages women to trust their instincts, set higher standards, and embrace independence rather than staying in relationships out of fear. Stay tuned for more expert insights and relationship advice in future episodes! If you enjoyed this episode, you will probably love our episode titled ‘Avoidant Husband & Anxious Wife Coached by Attachment Specialist’ https://youtu.be/QiPEH0o3EKA  Use code: IWYK20 for a 20% Exclusive I Wish You Knew Discount  https://ruggedlegacygrooming.com/ Need more help with your attachment? Work with Adam: www.adamlanesmith.com   A special thanks to our sponsor Rugged Legacy Grooming Supply. Look, Feel, and Be your best with personal hair, beard, and grooming products recommended by top relationship and style specialists. And, unlike other brands, Rugged Legacy designs its products with all-natural oils and scents, made right here in the USA.  Need more help with your attachment? Work with Adam: www.adamlanesmith.com  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow the “I Wish You Knew” Podcast: -------------------------------------------------- Website:    https://iwishyouknew.show/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theiwishyouknewpodcast/  Tiktok:        https://www.tiktok.com/@iwishyouknewshow  Snapchat:  https://www.snapchat.com/iwishyouknewpod   Twitter /X:  https://twitter.com/iwishyouknewpod  Spotify:      https://open.spotify.com/show/4Ncc0MBgm04xTIQ5ByiCGI  Apple:        https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-wish-you-knew/id1713427809  -------------------------------------------------- Follow Adam Lane Smith: -------------------------------------------------- Website: https://adamlanesmith.com/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBO093GsMmnA9tb8lZPhbgg     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/attachmentadam/  Twitter /X: https://x.com/AdamLaneSmith  Threads:   https://www.threads.net/@attachmentadam  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@attachmentbro  -------------------------------------------------- The next episode drops Thursday :) See you there. Visit: https://iwishyouknew.show/ to lean more about the podcast To Learn More About  @AttachmentAdam   https://adamlanesmith.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBO093GsMmnA9tb8lZPhbgg https://www.instagram.com/attachmentadam/?hl=en To Learn More About Julia: https://www.instagram.com/jamazur/?hl=en  https://www.instagram.com/pmdpod https://www.tiktok.com/@pmdpod?lang=en