Why Smart, Strong Women Stay Too Long in the Wrong Relationship

Why Smart, Strong Women Stay Too Long in the Wrong Relationship

If you've ever found yourself wondering why you stayed in a relationship longer than you should have, give this episode a listen. It's easy to judge from the outside when we can see our friends in our relationship that isn't serving them. And it's equally easy to judge ourselves, when we know our relationship isn't right for us, but sometimes we stay. But relationships are rarely that simple. In this episode, I explore why intelligent, self-aware, capable women often find themselves staying in relationships even when part of them knows something isn't right. We'll unpack some of the common myths around relationship decisions and explore how our beliefs, emotions, and even our neurology can influence the choices we make. In this episode, we discuss: • Why staying isn't a sign of weakness • The myths we tell ourselves about relationships and self-worth • How the brain becomes attached to familiarity and hope • Why grief often keeps us stuck longer than we'd like • The role subconscious beliefs play in our relationship choices • Why knowing better doesn't always mean doing better • How self-trust is built one decision at a time If this episode resonates with you, I'd love to hear your thoughts. Share it with a friend who might need it, leave a review, or connect with me on Instagram @bindytaylorcoach [https://www.instagram.com/bindytaylorcoach/].

Is This the Right Person? How to Trust Yourself in Early Dating

At some point in almost every relationship, you’re going to ask yourself: is this the right person for me? And especially in the early stages of dating, that question can feel confusing. You might be weighing up attraction, overthinking your feelings, or wondering if there’s someone better out there. In this episode, I talk through how to actually navigate that question, without rushing, overthinking, or ignoring what your intuition is telling you. Because not all doubt means something is wrong… and not all attraction means something is right. We talk about: *  the difference between “maybe there’s someone better” and “something feels off” *  how dating apps can create the illusion of endless options  *  why we’re often drawn to what feels familiar (even when it’s not good for us)  *  attraction vs compatibility ... and why both matter  *  what to do if you don’t feel an instant spark, but you like the person  *  how anxious attachment can make calm, healthy connections feel unfamiliar  *  the signs to pay attention to early on You don’t have to rush this. People meet people every day, fall in love every day, and also walk away from relationships every day. There’s no shortage of opportunity. What matters is choosing something that actually feels right for you. Join the waitlist for The Reset Room here, [https://bindytaylor.com.au/get-on-the-waitlist-for-the-reset-room/] beginning June 2026. Follow me on Instagram here [https://www.instagram.com/bindytaylorcoach/].

Situationships: Why You're Not a Priority (And How to Change It)

If you’ve ever found yourself in a situationship… feeling like you’re the one doing all the work, overgiving, overthinking and trying to hold everything together… this episode will help you understand why. This is a deeper follow-on from my previous episode on why situationships hurt so much, where we move beyond the surface level of the situation and explore what’s actually driving these patterns ... and what you can do if you’re in one right now. In this episode, we explore: *  Why you can feel like you have to earn your place in a relationship  *  The abandonment cycle and how it shows up  *  Anxious attachment and overgiving patterns  *  Why you might feel like you’re not being prioritised  *  How to have a grounded, honest conversation  *  How to start shifting this dynamic and creating more clarity  If this resonated, you’re not alone — and this is something that can change with awareness and support. ✍️ JOURNALING QUESTIONS If you want to go a bit deeper, you can reflect on the following: *  Where in this relationship do I feel like I have to earn my place?  *  What am I doing to try and maintain the connection?  *  Where might I be overgiving or overextending?  *  What feels familiar about this dynamic for me?  *  What am I avoiding saying or asking for?  *  What would I actually want this relationship to look like?  *  What would it look like to start choosing myself more here?  🌿 WORK WITH ME If you’re ready to go deeper into this work and start shifting these patterns: 👉 Join The Reset Room Waitlist here [https://bindytaylor.com.au/get-on-the-waitlist-for-the-reset-room/?fbclid=PARlRTSAQ_6gpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaciehxyW0oTvIsaIWJjPd--IJdBQWPrFfEU56-i1N_aTGhKyHDKLedX8stcaw_aem_IM643H8ozPu8SpXRq8vj0w] 👉 Explore the Bali Retreat here [https://bindytaylor.com.au/bali/] 💬 Support the Podcast If you’ve been enjoying the podcast, the best way to support it is by leaving a quick review on Apple Podcasts. Just scroll down on the show page and tap the stars, it takes seconds and it helps more people who need this message find it. 👉 Follow me on Instagram for more insights and updates here [https://www.instagram.com/bindytaylorcoach/]

Situationships: Why They Hurt So Much and How to Stop Settling for Uncertainty

Situationships have become more prevalent in modern dating, sitting in a grey zone between casual dating and a committed relationship. You might spend time together, feel emotionally invested and hope for a future, but there’s no real clarity, consistency, or commitment. And often, the vagueness of it all can be deeply confusing and painful. In this episode of Living Truly, Truly Living, I explore why situationships happen, how to recognise if you're in one and how to protect your self-worth when relationships stay undefined. You’ll also learn how to break the cycle of settling for uncertainty and start choosing relationships built on clarity, intention and mutual effort. Because the right relationship will never require you to silence your needs or live in constant doubt or anxiety. Secure the Shift  A self-paced online program, helping you shift your mindset and start changing patterns in your life.  🔗 The Secure Shift - Bindy Taylor [https://bindytaylor.com.au/the-secure-shift/] The Reset Room – Waitlist A 4 week online coaching space designed to help you reset your thinking, rebuild self-trust and create meaningful change. 🔗 Get on the Waitlist for 'The Reset Room' - Bindy Taylor [https://bindytaylor.com.au/get-on-the-waitlist-for-the-reset-room/] Bali Retreat  An immersive experience to reconnect with yourself, reset your mindset, and step into the life you truly want.  🔗 bali - Bindy Taylor [https://bindytaylor.com.au/bali/]

Breaking Up With Someone You Still Love

In this episode of Living Truly, Truly Living, we’re talking about why letting go can feel harder than staying in a relationship that’s confusing, dysregulating, or emotionally unsafe. We also talk through the reasons why love alone is often not enough to make a relationship work. For people with anxious or disorganised attachment, leaving goes against everything that's makes up the nervous system. Your wiring tells you to hold on, to keep trying, to keep fixing, even when the relationship is costing you your peace, your safety, or your sense of self. In this episode, I explore: * Why anxious attachment makes walking away feel so difficult * How your attachment blueprint links love to safety * Why emotions like love, longing, and anxiety can hijack your decisions * The difference between feelings and choices and why letting go isn’t a feeling * How grief fits into the process (even when you know leaving is the right decision) * Why loving someone doesn’t mean you should stay * How to hold boundaries when everything in your body wants to go back If you’re currently in a relationship that isn’t working, freshly broken up, or worried about leaving someone you still love. this episode is for you.  Letting go doesn’t mean you stop loving someone. It means you choose yourself over and over again, even when it’s hard. Follow bindytaylorcoach [https://www.instagram.com/bindytaylorcoach/] on Instagram. Join The Reset Room [https://bindytaylor.com.au/resetroom/]. Starts week beginning 23 February.