Ever caught yourself thinking, “I just don’t like my partner right now”? You’re not alone, and it doesn’t mean your relationship is doomed.

In this episode we unpack why couples lose the “like” factor, how it’s different from love, and practical ways to bring back the fun, curiosity, and lightness you once shared.

We’ll talk about:

• Why you fall into “friend zone” or roommate mode

• Cultural lies that make you think the spark is gone

• How to spot and change unhelpful relationship rhythms

• The surprising role of curiosity in reigniting connection

• Small, risk-taking actions that shift your dynamic

This episode will give you the clarity, encouragement, and doable steps to enjoy each other again, even in the busiest, most stressful seasons.

Download curiosity questions to ask your partner today: https://honeyweneedtochat.com/free-relationship-resources

And join us over the next few weeks as we dive deeper into this Relationship Reset Mini-Series.

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60. How to Like Your Partner Again | Resetting the Culture of Your Relationship

Real love ONLY works when both people are owning their stuff.
If you’re tired of carrying the emotional load, walking on eggshells, or repeating the same arguments, this episode is for you.

In this raw and practical conversation, Amy and Blair unpack what accountability and integrity actually look like in healthy relationships. You’ll learn how to stop the blame cycle, rebuild emotional safety, and create the kind of trust that doesn’t need to be chased.

Whether your partner avoids hard conversations, you’re the one keeping quiet, or things just feel… off, this episode offers a better path forward. One built on honesty, ownership, and a shared commitment to growth.

🧠 What you'll learn:• Why emotional safety starts with self-responsibility• What to do when only one partner is doing the work• Everyday signs you’re avoiding accountability (even without realising it)• The difference between performative apologies and real ownership• How to create a relationship culture rooted in integrity, not resentment

❤️ Accountability isn’t about blame, it’s about becoming safe for each other again.

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How to Build Trust in Your Relationship Through Accountability & Integrity

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Welcome to our REWOUND RE-RELEASE Bonus Series. These are our TOP episodes ever, so we're bringing them back as bonus video episodes.

In one of our most-downloaded conversations, we dive into the heart of what’s really going wrong in so many relationships: uneven emotional labour, avoidant communication, and partners who shut down instead of stepping up. We explore Reddit stories and real listener write-ins that expose the silent struggles so many couples face — including weaponised incompetence, gaming addictions, messy house resentment, and painful mother-in-law dynamics.

💥 Inside this episode:• The real reason your partner shuts down — and what to do about it• Why “I'll try harder” isn’t enough (and how to hold them accountable without blame)• How to start hard conversations that actually lead to change• Mental load, stepfamily tensions, and feeling invisible in your own home• Is gaming harmless... or is it costing your connection?

This one’s honest, raw, and potentially life-changing — whether you're the one carrying the load, or the one ready to grow.

🔁 If you're new here: this is a rewind episode from the Honey, We Need to Chat archives — and it's worth every second.

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