Lindsay Jill Roth, award winning television producer, shares her new book, “Romances & Practicalities: A Love Story (Maybe Yours) In 250 Questions”, how these questions and ultimately the communication they foster can determine the trajectory of a relationship. Then our Dear Damona question this week is:
Is it time for a talk? My man keeps updating his online profile.
Get the book: “Romances & Practicalities: A Love Story (Maybe Yours) In 250 Questions” and follow Lindsay on Instagram @LindsayJillRoth
Submit your questions for Dear Damona on any of the socials @DamonaHoffman or by visiting DamonaHoffman.com
TIMESTAMPS
Introduction to Relationship Questions (00:00:00)
Host Introduction (00:00:13)
Lyndsey's Background (00:02:29)
Creating the System (00:03:51)
Importance of Communication (00:06:08)
Finding Comfort in Asking Questions (00:07:43)
Starting Points for Conversations (00:08:29)
Timing for Relationship Discussions (00:10:35)
Therapy Before Problems Arise (00:11:17)
International Romance Story (00:11:44)
Pivotal Moment in the Relationship (00:13:37)
Creating the System from Experience (00:15:09)
Vulnerability in Relationships (00:16:35)
The Challenge of Modern Dating (00:17:06)
Initial Connection Over Text (00:18:44)
The Disappointment of Zero Chemistry (00:19:20)
Researching a Potential Partner (00:20:04)
Deliberate Communication Choices (00:21:12)
Importance of Getting Offline (00:22:00)
Book Structure and Relationship Progression (00:23:06)
The Role of Money in Relationships (00:25:03)
Communication as a Foundation (00:27:12)
Understanding Conflict Styles (00:28:37)
Self-Discovery Through Relationships (00:31:20)
Future Aspirations and Relationship Impact (00:32:51)
The Importance of Structure in Relationships (34:05)
Defining Spirituality in Dating (34:41)
The Value of Self-Reflection (35:51)
Using Books as Relationship Tools (37:11)
Revisiting Conversations in Long-Term Relationships (38:05)
The Evolution of Relationship Conversations (39:00)
Permission to Not Have All the Answers (39:30)
Unpopular Opinions on Dating (41:10)
The Need for Open Communication (41:39)
Listener Question on Relationship Insecurities (43:21)
Navigating Undefined Relationship Spaces (46:05)
Taking the Initiative in Relationship Conversations (48:40)
Exploring Serious Relationships (00:50:59)
The Power of Vulnerability (00:52:07)
Episode Wrap-Up and Resources (00:52:15)
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