Jealousy, Boundaries, and the Things You’re Afraid to Ask For, EP. 155

About this episode

This episode explores the connection between jealousy and boundaries, addressing the underlying emotions that often accompany jealousy in relationships.

Have you ever felt jealous… but underneath it was resentment? Maybe you said you were fine. Tried to be chill. Tried to be supportive. Tried not to be “too much.” But deep down, something didn’t feel good, and instead of naming it, asking for what you needed, or honoring your discomfort… you pushed it down. Then jealousy showed up carrying all of it. In this episode of Nope! We’re Not Monogamous, I’m talking about the connection between jealousy and boundaries, and why jealousy often gets lou...

People in this episode

Host: Ellecia Paine

Topics covered

• jealousy
• boundaries
• emotional health
• communication
• relationships

Keywords

• jealousy
• boundaries
• resentment
• communication
• relationships
• emotional discomfort

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