Julian has always been the kind of man who listens—but what happens when listening becomes its own kind of deception? In this fourth installment of More Than You Think, the story deepens. We explore the emotional terrain between honesty and performance, love and attention, intention and impact.

Eva is waking up to a painful truth. Julian isn’t cruel. But he’s not really present either. And that might be worse. As the illusion begins to crumble, new faces and buried patterns resurface. Through elegant storytelling, sharp introspection, and a haunting narrative tone, Part 4 Weak peels back what it really means to be “there” for someone—until you’re not.

Stay tuned to see who walks away with their dignity, who’s left behind, and why sometimes being seen isn’t the same as being chosen.

• 🎭 Main Topics:
  Emotional intelligence, love addiction, emotional unavailability, relationship psychology, romantic disillusionment, identity, presence vs performance

• 🧠 Character Arcs:

  • Julian: A man who makes women feel heard, seen, and chosen—until they aren’t

  • Eva: The emotionally mature woman peeling away her layers of denial

  • Alexis, Marina, Wren: Women drawn into Julian’s orbit, each revealing a different facet of his emotional entanglements

  • Marcus: An off-screen reminder of past trauma and former heartbreak

• 💔 Themes Explored:

  • Women falling for emotionally accessible men

  • Quiet breakups and emotional detachment

  • The illusion of presence and performance

  • Self-worth, patterns, and “healing” relationships

  • Complex masculinity and listening as seduction

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• 🎵 Music Cue:
  Inspired by SWV – Weak (live cover reference within the story)

📓 Show Notes & SEO-Optimized Keywords:

Episode 261 of It’s You’re Probably Right takes Avril Lavigne’s question—“Why you have to go and make things so complicated?”—and answers it with 20 universal truths for relationships.

00:01:06 – Theme of the Episode
Why do we make relationships so complicated? From riddles and crumbs to silence and excuses—love isn’t meant to be this messy.

00:01:51 – The Promise
20 universal points you can use in any situation with anyone. Each one is simple, practical, and designed to cut through confusion.

00:02:41 – Welcome & Housekeeping

00:03:32 – Point 1: Boundaries Matter More Than Intentions
Intentions without respect mean nothing. Boundaries protect you—enforce them clearly.

00:06:07 – Point 2: Respect Shows in Time, Not Words
Anyone can say they care. Time and consistency reveal the truth.

00:08:52 – Point 3: Mixed Signals Are Still Signals
Confusion is not neutral—it’s avoidance. Treat mixed signals as a no.

00:11:08 – Point 4: Overgiving Creates Imbalance
Giving too much only enables takers. Balance effort to protect your value.

00:14:28 – Point 5: Crumbs Aren’t Commitment
One text, one call, one gesture—crumbs don’t equal real investment.

00:18:15 – Point 6: Avoidance Isn’t Neutrality
Dodging hard talks and intimacy is a choice—not “just space.”

00:21:01 – Point 7: Intimacy Without Reciprocity Is Empty
Physical closeness without respect and consistency is hollow.

00:23:09 – Point 8: Excuses Are Red Flags
“It’s bad timing” or “I’m not ready” often hide disinterest.

00:24:55 – Point 9: Your Worth Isn’t Up for Negotiation
You’re not a bargain deal. If they can’t see your value, move on.

00:28:29 – Point 10: Absence Reveals More Than Presence
How they act when you’re not around says more than their performance when you are.

00:31:24 – Point 11: Professionalism Protects You
Blurring lines in shared spaces creates imbalance—respect yourself first.

00:32:37 – Point 12: Don’t Decode Crumbs
Points 13–15

00:35:27 – Point 13: Healthy Relationships Are Mutual
Partnership means both people initiate, plan, and invest. If only one person is doing the work, it’s not a relationship—it’s a project.

00:38:14 – Point 14: Silence Is Communication
No reply is still a reply. Silence says: “You’re not a priority.” Listen to it, don’t excuse it.

00:41:03 – Point 15: Over-Explaining Your Value Is a Trap
If they don’t see your worth, convincing won’t change their mind. Value needs recognition, not persuasion.

00:44:26 – Point 16: Consistency Is the Real Test
One sweet gesture doesn’t matter—patterns matter. Consistency is the proof of real care.

00:47:36 – Point 17: Respecting Your Own Time Is Power
Stop chasing. Keep your schedule. Let people rise to meet your time, not consume it.

00:50:42 – Point 18: Don’t Mistake Attention for Affection
Likes, glances, compliments—they feel good, but affection is steady and invested. Don’t confuse the two.

00:53:26 – Point 19: Relationships Reveal Character
Stress and pressure show you who people really are. Believe what’s revealed, not the mask.

00:56:34 – Point 20: Clarity Beats Chemistry
Attraction is powerful, but chemistry without clarity is chaos. Choose clarity every time.

01:00:24 – Recap of All 20 Points
Quick review: boundaries, respect, mixed signals, excuses, silence, consistency, clarity, and more—20 universal truths to simplify relationships.

01:03:17 – Closing Thoughts
When love feels complicated, it’s because we’re ignoring the obvious. These points strip away confusion and bring you back to truth: clarity beats complication every time.

Points 16–20Final Recap & Closing01:05:01 – Thank You & Sign-Off
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In the final part of Show Me Love, MCM walks through points 24–30, showing you how to state what you want clearly, protect your energy, and stop measuring your worth by reply speed. You’ll also learn how to weigh happiness vs. money in opportunities, make love a choice instead of a lifeline, and heal old wounds before building new connections.

Show Notes with Timestamps

00:00 – Opening
MCM welcomes listeners to the final installment of the Show Me Love series. A reminder: if you’re new, go back to Episodes 258 & 259 to hear the first 23 points before finishing here.

01:01 – Point 24: Stop Being Unclear → State What You Want
Why silence and hint-dropping cause confusion, and how clear communication creates alignment instead of heartbreak.

04:46 – Point 25: Stop Confusing Busyness with Value → Protect Your Energy
Why being overextended doesn’t make you valuable—and how to budget, cap, and recharge your energy so you show up fully.

07:38 – Point 26: Stop Measuring Your Worth by Reply Speed → Build Inner Stability
How to break the habit of tying your self-worth to how quickly someone replies, and how to fill the waiting time with growth.

09:49 – Point 27: Stop Chasing Opportunities That Use You → Weigh Happiness vs. Money
How to filter shiny offers—jobs, relationships, or attention—and choose peace over payoffs that drain you.

13:43 – Point 28: Stop Treating Love Like a Lifeline → Make It a Choice
Why real love is chosen, not clung to—and how to keep your goals, identity, and partnerships balanced.

15:09 – Point 29: Stop Trying to Be ‘Enough’ → Focus on Alignment
The shift from proving yourself to checking for alignment: values, rhythms, and mutual effort matter more than “enoughness.”

16:55 – Point 30: Stop Ignoring Old Wounds → Heal Before You Build
The final shift: unhealed wounds leak into new relationships. Learn how to acknowledge pain, seek help, and self-soothe so you stop repeating cycles.

19:16 – Recap of All 30 Points
MCM reviews the entire journey, from chasing to choosing, from desperation to dignity, and from panic to peace.

22:26 – Core Reminder
Love isn’t proven by begging, chasing, or sacrificing. It’s shown in alignment, respect, and mutual effort—and the only way to find love like that is to first give it to yourself.

23:41 – Thank You & Sign-Off
Closing reflections on finishing the 3-part series, appreciation for listeners, and encouragement to share, subscribe, and stay connected.

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Points 24–27Points 28–30Final Recap & Closing