Are You Settling in Your Love Life? | Rewind

Are You Settling in Your Love Life? | Rewind

From Love Life With Matthew Hussey by Matthew Hussey

June 12, 2026 · 23 min

About this episode

Matthew Hussey explores the difference between settling for someone and settling on someone in relationships.

For years, when I signed copies of  Get the Guy , I would write the same message:  Never settle. I still believe we should never settle for bad behavior, mistreatment, or a relationship that doesn't make us happy. But over time, I've come to see the idea of "settling" a little differently. These days, we're surrounded by endless options. And while that sounds like a good thing, it can make us constantly wonder if there's someone better just around the corner. As a result, we end up overlooking genuinely great people because they don't meet every requirement on our list. In this episode, I explore the difference between settling  for  someone and settling  on  someone—and why that distinction may be one of the most important keys to happiness in love. If you've ever wondered whether your standards are helping you or hurting you, or whether you're waiting for a version of love that doesn't actually exist, this episode is for you. --- ►► 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…

People in this episode

Host: Matthew Hussey

Topics covered

  • love life
  • relationships
  • self improvement
  • settling
  • happiness

Keywords

  • settling
  • relationships
  • happiness
  • standards
  • love

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Get the Guy

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