If your sleep plan is getting in the way of your relationship, this episode is for you.

What happens when your relationship looks perfectly fine on paper, but something doesn't quite feel right?

In this episode, we chat about the growing trend of the "Luddite boyfriend" and why having less of a social media presence is suddenly being seen as one of the biggest green flags in dating. Is being more present with your partner becoming more attractive than being permanently online?

We also explore a powerful relationship analogy: Is your boat slowly sinking?

Most relationships don't fall apart overnight. More often, it's the tiny leaks that go unnoticed until the damage feels overwhelming. We discuss how to spot those early warning signs and why awareness is one of the greatest gifts you can give your relationship.

Finally, we answer a listener's question that's likely to resonate with many long-term couples:

"Do I miss my partner… or do I just miss being in a relationship?"

It's an honest conversation about comfort, security, fear of change and how to tell the difference between loving the life you've built and truly feeling connected to the person you're sharing it with.

• Why "Luddite boyfriends" are becoming the latest dating green flag

• How social media can quietly become the third person in your relationship

• Why relationships rarely end suddenly, and what the early warning signs often look like

• A simple daily exercise to help you notice how your relationship is really feeling

• The hidden cost of tolerating little frustrations for too long

• How to know whether you're staying because of love or because leaving feels too frightening

"Strong marriages aren't built by avoiding storms. They're built by two people who decide the boat isn't allowed to sink."

If you rated your relationship every day for the next week, what patterns would you notice, and what are you currently tolerating that deserves your attention?

Have you ever caught yourself wondering whether you were holding onto the relationship or the person? Or has social media ever created tension in your relationship?

Send us your thoughts or your relationship questions. We'd love to feature them in a future episode.

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Sara Liddle — info@inflori.co.uk | www.inflori.co.uk

Anna Stratis — coachdocanna@gmail.com | www.coachdocanna.com

Welcome to the podcast!

Sara & Anna are back with a fresh dose of conversation and reflection. From the vibes of city life versus island chill, to what keeps us awake at 4 am, to how advertising quietly shapes our romantic expectations, we’re diving deep this week.

Love Desk: We look at how advertising has shaped our romantic rituals:

• Why women began shaving legs and underarms (thanks to a Gillette campaign)

• How De Beers convinced the world that diamonds = love

• Hallmark’s role in making Valentine’s cards feel mandatory

• The hidden pressure of sexual frequency “norms”

All raising the question: how much of what we think is romantic is really just marketing?

Hot Topic: Can men and women ever just be friends? Sara and Anna unpack both sides:

• When friendship feels natural versus when boundaries blur

• The role of jealousy and trust in how couples navigate opposite-sex friendships

• Why “special energy” can be risky if it crosses into intimacy

• The importance of keeping your closest bond sacred within your relationship

• Where they disagree (yes, it happens!) and what it says about how different couples set boundaries

Listener Question: "I’m a single parent, and the other parent never contributes to gifts like birthdays or Christmas. I suggested we work it out together, but they ignored me. What should I do?" We explore:

• Why co-parenting often involves ego clashes and value differences

• How gifts link to love languages and what each parent is really trying to express

• Ways to reduce conflict for the kids, who often feel caught in the middle

• Practical steps for reframing conversations and moving forward

Takeaway: From diamonds to friendships to co-parenting, we’re reminded how much external pressures can shape our relationships.

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Stay Connected Sara Liddle — www.inflori.co.uk Anna Stratis — www.coachdocanna.com