Romances & Practicalities

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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