Jillian on Love

Today, Jillian speaks with renowned narcissism expert Dr. Ramani to unpack the true meaning of narcissistic relationships and why the term is often misused. They explore the red flags, the psychological toll of these relationships, and why leaving can feel impossible. Dr. Ramani shares expert insights on healing, setting boundaries, and breaking free from toxic patterns, while also answering a heartfelt listener question about escaping a painful cycle. If you've ever struggled with self-doubt in a relationship or wondered how to protect yourself from emotional manipulation, this episode is a must-listen. Record and submit your relationship question for Jillian at https://askjillian.com/ [https://askjillian.com/]  Order Jillian's NEW book It Begins with You: The 9 Hard Truths About Love That Will Change Your Life at https://www.jillianturecki.com/book [https://www.jillianturecki.com/book] ~~ Follow the show on: Instagram: @jillianonlove [https://www.instagram.com/JillianOnLove/?hl=en] Email the show at hello@jillianonlove.com [hello@jillianonlove.com]  Subscribe to Jillian on Love+ on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jillian-on-love/id1640172049] or Patreon [http://patreon.com/jillianonlove] ~~ Follow Jillian Turecki on: Instagram: @jillianturecki [https://www.instagram.com/jillianturecki/?hl=en] TikTok: @jillian.turecki [https://www.tiktok.com/@jillian.turecki?lang=en] X: @JillianTurecki [https://x.com/JillianTurecki?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor] Visit her website at jillianturecki.com [http://jillianturecki.com] ~~ Jillian On Love is brought to you by QCODE. To advertise on the show, contact us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Today, Jillian tackles one of the hardest truths in love: you can’t convince someone to love you. She shares heartfelt advice and personal insights from her book, It Begins with You, while answering two listener stories—one about heartbreak after years of unreciprocated love and another about the pain of sudden rejection after a first love. Through their experiences, Jillian offers compassionate guidance on letting go with dignity and recognizing the difference between fighting for love and fighting for yourself. Order Jillian's NEW book It Begins with You: The 9 Hard Truths About Love That Will Change Your Life at https://www.jillianturecki.com/book [https://www.jillianturecki.com/book] ~~ Follow the show on: Instagram: @jillianonlove [https://www.instagram.com/JillianOnLove/?hl=en] Email the show at hello@jillianonlove.com [hello@jillianonlove.com]  Subscribe to Jillian on Love+ on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jillian-on-love/id1640172049] or Patreon [http://patreon.com/jillianonlove] ~~ Follow Jillian Turecki on: Instagram: @jillianturecki [https://www.instagram.com/jillianturecki/?hl=en] TikTok: @jillian.turecki [https://www.tiktok.com/@jillian.turecki?lang=en] X: @JillianTurecki [https://x.com/JillianTurecki?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor] Visit her website at jillianturecki.com [http://jillianturecki.com] ~~ Jillian On Love is brought to you by QCODE. To advertise on the show, contact us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

What’s it like to marry someone 18 years older and build a thriving relationship through life’s many changes? In this episode, Jillian sits down with Valeria Lipovetsky—model turned entrepreneur, mother of three, and content creator—to explore her journey of love, growth, and resilience. Valeria opens up about navigating an age gap marriage, the wisdom her mother shared before she said “I do,” and how she and her husband keep their connection strong after 13 years together. They dive into the challenges of personal evolution, the impact of parenting on relationships, and the importance of honest communication and self-awareness. Order Jillian's NEW book It Begins with You: The 9 Hard Truths About Love That Will Change Your Life at https://www.jillianturecki.com/book [https://www.jillianturecki.com/book] ~~ Follow the show on: Instagram: @jillianonlove [https://www.instagram.com/JillianOnLove/?hl=en] Email the show at hello@jillianonlove.com [hello@jillianonlove.com]  Subscribe to Jillian on Love+ on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jillian-on-love/id1640172049] or Patreon [http://patreon.com/jillianonlove] ~~ Follow Jillian Turecki on: Instagram: @jillianturecki [https://www.instagram.com/jillianturecki/?hl=en] TikTok: @jillian.turecki [https://www.tiktok.com/@jillian.turecki?lang=en] X: @JillianTurecki [https://x.com/JillianTurecki?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor] Visit her website at jillianturecki.com [http://jillianturecki.com] ~~ Jillian On Love is brought to you by QCODE. To advertise on the show, contact us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

In this very special episode, Jillian shares the first chapter of her transformative new book, It Begins with You, launching TOMORROW, January 14th. Centered on the empowering truth that every relationship begins with the one we have with ourselves, Jillian dives into themes like personal responsibility, breaking unhealthy patterns, and learning how to create fulfilling, secure relationships. As a thank you to her loyal listeners, she’s offering this exclusive sneak peek of the audiobook to inspire reflection and growth in 2025 Pre-order Jillian's book "It Begins with You", available January 14th, 2025 at https://www.jillianturecki.com/book [https://www.jillianturecki.com/book] ~~ Follow the show on: Instagram: @jillianonlove [https://www.instagram.com/JillianOnLove/?hl=en] Email the show at hello@jillianonlove.com [hello@jillianonlove.com]  Subscribe to Jillian on Love+ on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jillian-on-love/id1640172049] or Patreon [http://patreon.com/jillianonlove] ~~ Follow Jillian Turecki on: Instagram: @jillianturecki [https://www.instagram.com/jillianturecki/?hl=en] TikTok: @jillian.turecki [https://www.tiktok.com/@jillian.turecki?lang=en] X: @JillianTurecki [https://x.com/JillianTurecki?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor] Visit her website at jillianturecki.com [http://jillianturecki.com] ~~ Jillian On Love is brought to you by QCODE. To advertise on the show, contact us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

In this deeply personal and vulnerable episode of Jillian on Love, Jillian reflects on her own experiences of feeling powerless in relationships and the journey to reclaim her voice. Featuring a heartfelt reading from her new book, It Begins With You (out January 14th), she shares raw insights and practical tools to help listeners identify their needs, communicate authentically, and build emotional security for healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Pre-order Jillian's book "It Begins with You", available January 14th, 2025 at https://www.jillianturecki.com/book [https://www.jillianturecki.com/book] ~~ Follow the show on: Instagram: @jillianonlove [https://www.instagram.com/JillianOnLove/?hl=en] Email the show at hello@jillianonlove.com [hello@jillianonlove.com]  Subscribe to Jillian on Love+ on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jillian-on-love/id1640172049] or Patreon [http://patreon.com/jillianonlove] ~~ Follow Jillian Turecki on: Instagram: @jillianturecki [https://www.instagram.com/jillianturecki/?hl=en] TikTok: @jillian.turecki [https://www.tiktok.com/@jillian.turecki?lang=en] X: @JillianTurecki [https://x.com/JillianTurecki?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor] Visit her website at jillianturecki.com [http://jillianturecki.com] ~~ Jillian On Love is brought to you by QCODE. To advertise on the show, contact us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]