The Science of a Thriving Relationship | Rachel Glik


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Feb 09 2025 73 mins   22

Can love alone sustain a relationship? Probably not. In this pseudo-Valentine’s Day episode, therapist Rachel Glik explores the pillars of a soulful marriage: personal growth, prioritization, and shared purpose. We unpack the “duck effect” of social media’s relationship illusions, the value of embracing friction for deeper connection, and how self-responsibility and communication can turn struggling relationships into thriving ones. Plus, Rachel shares insights from Kabbalah and psychotherapy—because love is in the air, and so is science!


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Topics

[0:00] Relationships, Social Media, and the Duck Effect


[6:00] Speed Round with Rachel Gilk


[8:46] Exploring the Four Pillars of a Soulful Marriage


[15:40] Embracing Friction: Why Conflict is a Growth Opportunity


[22:00] The Role of Kabbalah in Relationships


[35:00] Practical Tips for Enhancing Relationships


[40:50] The Love Seat Method


[50:13] Music Preferences


[1:00:00] Grooving Session: Love, Communication, and Personal Growth


©2025 Behavioral Grooves


Links

Rachel Glik


A Soulful Marriage: Healing Your Relationship with Responsibility, Growth, Priority, and Purpose


Duck Syndrome


Musical Links

Joni Mitchell - Big Yellow Taxi


Maggie Rogers - Fallingwater


Angus & Julia Stone - Big Jet Plane