You don't just date them—you date their entire family system. In this savage-but-true episode, Alyssa sits down with @CandiceGuardino to tackle the #1 source of relationship stress: in-laws and family boundaries. We break down the hilarious and horrifying reality of family meddling: from the people who only need parental approval, not a partner, to those who are recreating their chaotic childhood in their love life. Learn why people date what feels familiar instead of what’s healthy, why over-involved parents can delay marriage, and how to finally set boundaries without having a meltdown. If your relationship has a third person (Mom), this is your must-listen.

In this episode we will talk about:

Why people often don’t date what is healthy; they date what feels familiar.
If your parents fought a lot, you’re more likely to think chaos is passion.
The number one reason couples fight is in-laws and family boundaries.
Are we just dating potential?
Some people are not dating a partner; they’re dating with their family in the group chat.
You learn more about your partner from one Thanksgiving or road trip than you do from six months of dating.
Over-involved parents can actually delay marriages because they make partners feel judged or controlled.
Sibling dynamics and relationships- should you insert yourself?
Nothing tests a relationship quite like traveling together, IKEA, weddings, or Christmas with their family.

Have you ever dated someone who’s family made them more appealing? Or someone who was perfect but you could NEVER spend a holiday with their family?? Ever wonder what do healthy boundaries with partners and family look like? Then this episode is for you!

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