Crissle’s Couch

Please welcome Jade back to the Couch!

This week, Crissle and Jade explore what happens when relationships and family dynamics leave us questioning our choices. One listener wonders if she’s hard to deal with or if her partner’s childhood trauma is affecting their relationship. Another feels let down by a friend who wasn’t there when she needed her. They also discuss a mother who expects her youngest child to take care of everyone and a 45-year-old brother dating a 20-year-old.

From navigating family expectations to recognizing unhealthy relationship patterns, Crissle and Jade unpack the challenges of dealing with the people closest to us.

Want to talk to Crissle on a future episode? Email advice@crisslescouch.com and include ‘chat live’ in the subject line.

Session Notes:

0:00 — Welcome Back to the Couch0:24 — Am I Hard to Deal With, or Is My Partner’s Childhood Trauma Affecting Our Relationship13:50 — My Friend Wasn’t There for Me When I Needed Her26:53 — I’m the Youngest, but My Mom Expects Me to Take Care of Everyone40:58 — My 45-Year-Old Brother Is Dating a 20-Year-Old

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Crew:

Network: CAKE MEDIA

Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley
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Please welcome Jade back to the Couch! This week, Crissle and Jade get into some complicated relationship and family dilemmas. One listener is questioning whether to go through with her wedding after discovering her fiancé has been lying about his finances. Another is concerned about her cousin's ongoing neglect of her dog. They also discuss the challenges of choosing homelessness over living with an abusive family and a breakup that comes after years of supporting a partner through addiction.

Crissle and Jade share their takes on when to step in, when to step away, and what happens when the people closest to us put us in difficult positions.

Want to talk to Crissle on a future episode? Email advice@crisslescouch.com and include “chat live” in the subject line.

Session Notes:
0:00 — Welcome Back to the Couch0:39 — Am I Making a Mistake Getting Married15:00 — My Cousin Doesn't Take Care of Her Dog26:41 — I’d Rather Be Homeless Than Live With My Mother37:02 — My Ex Left Me Because They Couldn't Control Their Addiction

Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com

Crew:

Network: CAKE MEDIA

Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris Morrow

Audio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on Film

Production Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley
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Please welcome Jade back to the Couch! This week, Crissle and Jade unpack whether a relationship with a parent is worth fixing, navigating a friendship that changes after moving to a new city, and addressing unhealthy parenting patterns that can pass trauma down to the next generation.

They also explore the impact of colorism within families and how to address it when children begin comparing themselves to one another based on skin tone and appearance. Crissle and Jade discuss the importance of teaching young girls about self-worth, sisterhood, and the harm that comes from believing one person is better than another because of how they look.

Want to talk to Crissle on a future episode? Email advice@crisslescouch.com and include “chat live” in the subject line.

Session Notes:

0:00 — Welcome Back to the Couch0:54 — Is My Relationship With My Mom Worth Fixing11:05 — My Best Friend Started Acting Funny After I Moved to Her City22:29 — My Family is Traumatizing Their Kids With Unhealthy Parenting Styles36:25 — My Twin Niece Thinks She’s Better Than Her Sister Because She’s Lighter-Skinned

Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com

Crew:

Network: CAKE MEDIA

Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley
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Please welcome Jade back to the Couch! This week, Crissle and Jade unpack a range of relationship dilemmas, from navigating loneliness and struggling to build community to questioning whether a close friend is making the right decision in her relationship.

They share advice for a couple whose therapist believes they’re ready to end couples therapy, but they are unsure if they’re ready to take that next step. They also explore how to safely leave an abusive relationship and find the support needed to navigate the process.

Want to talk to Crissle on a future episode? Email advice@crisslescouch.com and include “chat live” in the subject line.

Session Notes:

0:00 — Welcome Back to the Couch0:38 — Our Therapist Thinks We Don’t Need Couples Therapy Anymore9:15 — I’m Deeply Struggling With Loneliness24:52 — I’m the Maid of Honor, but I Don’t Think My Friend Should Get Married44:44 — How Can I Safely Leave My Abusive Relationship56:09 — My Twin Brother Is Dating Someone I Can’t Stand

Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com

Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley
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Please welcome Jade back to the Couch! This week, Crissle and Jade tackle a range of relationship dilemmas. From struggling to move on from someone you never dated to falling out with your best friend, they explore the challenges of navigating relationships and knowing when it’s time to let go.

They also discuss rebuilding trust after a partner reconnects with an ex and figuring out how to support a friend struggling with depression. These conversations get into the realities of friendship breakups, romantic insecurity, and showing up for the people we care about.

Want to talk to Crissle on a future episode? Email advice@crisslescouch.com and include “chat live” in the subject line.

Session Notes:

0:00 — Welcome Back to the Couch0:42 — Getting Over Someone You Were Never With9:36 — I Had to Remove My Best Friend as a Bridesmaid25:02 — I Caught My Partner Talking to Her Ex35:38 — My Friend Is Struggling With Depression

Stay Connected:Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crisslescouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisslescouch/Have an issue for the Couch? Email: advice@crisslescouch.com

Crew:Executive Producers: Crissle · Alexandra Rago · Chris MorrowAudio & Video Editor: Shatek for Beats on FilmProduction Coordinators: Faith Lena & Bria Mosley
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