{"href":"https://api.simplecast.com/oembed?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbad-marriage-4-life.simplecast.com%2Fepisodes%2Ffear-of-abandonment-aInboNt4","width":444,"version":"1.0","type":"rich","title":"Fear of Abandonment","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/cdab9eb0-a5f4-4917-a99f-c3b1956edd67/9183fcac-4fce-4964-a658-487c71902a42/bad-marriage-4-life-podcast-logo-purple.jpg","thumbnail_height":300,"provider_url":"https://simplecast.com","provider_name":"Simplecast","html":"","height":200,"description":"In the 31st episode of 'Bad Marriage 4 Life', the co-hosts, Vic and Jenny discuss the theme of the fear of abandonment and its impact on their relationship. Jenny opens up about her personal fear of being alone and how it has played into her decision-making process in relationships and influenced how she deals with friendships. Vic shares his differing perspective on being alone. They reflect on their past experiences and why they decided to stay together after turbulent times, attributing their ultimate decision, in part, to their fear of being alone. They also touch on their upcoming marriage and the societal misconceptions and expectations that come with it. \n\n00:00 Introduction and Role Reversal\n00:26 Discussing Fear of Abandonment\n01:57 Reflections on Past Relationships\n03:16 Confronting Past Mistakes and Fears\n07:48 Understanding Each Other's Perspectives\n10:21 The Impact of Past Decisions on Present Relationships\n12:23 Learning from Therapy and Personal Growth\n14:47 Regrets and Reflections on Parenthood\n15:42 Looking Forward: Engagement and Future Plans\n21:36 Dealing with Assumptions and Judgements\n21:59 The Annoyance of Unwanted Commentary\n22:22 The Misconceptions of Late Marriage\n23:22 The Journey of a Long-Term Relationship\n24:03 The Misunderstandings of a Large Family\n25:21 The Misinterpretation of Honesty in Marriage\n26:11 The Importance of Timing in Relationships\n26:52 The Etiquette of Responding to Engagement News\n30:18 The Unwanted Advances in a Couples Resort\n31:54 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Contest Announcement"}