106 | Stuck in a Transactional Relationship: How to Reclaim Autonomy and Break the Pattern

Podcast: My Perfect Romance · Valerie, Courtney & Lisa

Opublikowano: 2026-09-23

Lisa, Cortney, and Val unpack a listener dilemma about repeating a relationship pattern that offers financial stability but comes with control, emotional abuse, and dependence. They discuss warning signs, why unhealthy dynamics can feel familiar, and practical first steps toward building independence. Key topics A listener in her mid-50s feels trapped in a cycle: partners provide financial security, but the relationships become controlling and leave her feeling used and exhausted. When support becomes transactional: the hosts discuss demands around appearance, exercise, hobbies, and “performing” to a partner’s expectations. Warning signs of emotional abuse: being given the cold shou...