Most Replayed Moment: What Women Really Want In A Man! Don’t Do This On A First Date!
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
2025/12/05
Most Replayed Moment: What Women Really Want In A Man! Don’t Do This On A First Date!
Most Replayed Moment: What Women Really Want In A Man! Don’t Do This On A First Date!

The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
2025/12/05
In this insightful conversation, a clinical psychologist unpacks the often-misunderstood dynamics behind attraction, dating, and long-term relationship success. Moving beyond surface-level advice, the discussion dives into the psychological underpinnings of connection—why people are drawn to one another, how illusions shape early romance, and what it truly takes to sustain intimacy over time.
The podcast explores the gap between what people say they want in relationships and what actually drives attraction—emphasizing emotional resonance over logic. It reveals how seduction often begins with fantasy, but lasting bonds form only when couples navigate the 'crisis of disappointment' as illusions fade. The conversation examines the uneven sexual marketplace, where perceived value influences access to partners, and highlights how modern relationships are strained by the expectation that one person fulfill all needs. Ultimately, long-term passion requires intentional novelty—new experiences, role-playing, or travel—to disrupt routine and reignite desire. The key insight is that security and excitement aren't mutually exclusive; they can coexist through conscious effort and emotional maturity, allowing couples to build both stability and enduring attraction.
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Women are attracted to emotional resonance, not just kind behavior
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The 'Crisis of Disappointment' is when the relationship fantasy shatters and the real relationship begins.
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The top 10% of men have most of the sex when women can choose
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The love-marriage paradox: passion and stability are hard to combine in one partner
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Changing context through travel or role-play can reignite sexual interest in long-term relationships