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Most Replayed Moment: Why Does Commitment Feel So Scary? How to Build a Strong, Lasting Relationship

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Paul C. Brunson is a renowned relationship expert, matchmaker, and author, known for his insightful approach to modern relationships. With years of experience helping people build lasting partnerships, Paul has become a trusted voice in the realm of love, commitment, and personal growth. In today’s Moment, Paul C. Brunson dives into the complexities of commitment and modern relationships. He unpacks why commitment can feel daunting and explores what truly makes relationships successful in today’s society. From marriage to personal well-being, Paul offers fresh perspectives on navigating love, fear, and long-term connection. Listen to the full episode here! Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/PZSQDgCiHXb Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/BKGxiOFiHXb Watch the Episodes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Paul C. Brunson: https://www.paulcbrunson.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@WeNeedToTalk-Podcast/videos

Highlights

In a world where traditional relationship structures are being reexamined, Paul C. Brunson offers a thoughtful exploration of why commitment feels increasingly complex—and what truly sustains love in the modern era.
06:09
Marriage should be harder to enter with vetting and premarital coaching, but easier to exit.
14:19
Relationship satisfaction is driven by mutual focus on psychological well-being, not static value alignment
17:21
Well-being, open-mindedness, and resilience matter more than shared values in love
23:06
Marriage is shifting from survival need to self-fulfillment choice
29:37
We're genetically wired to seek diversity in partners through scent.

Chapters

Is Marriage Still Built to Last?
00:00
What Really Keeps Couples Together?
11:43
Can You Love Someone Without Sharing All Their Values?
17:21
How Are Smart, Successful Women Changing Love?
23:06
Why Do We Fall for Who We Fall For?
29:37

Transcript

Steven Bartlett: Thinking about the history of relationships, I often wonder how many of the rules of relationships that we've been handed by society are now invalid. Or maybe were never valid. So, you know, we have these sort of constructs of like marriag...