Choosing when to share your past—and deciding how much to share—is one of the trickiest balancing acts in relationships. Whether it’s with a romantic partner, a friend, or even a colleague, the decision to open up can feel overwhelming.

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the delicate art of disclosure—learning when and how to share your personal stories so they don’t become burdensome secrets.

We discuss:

• The right timing to share mental health diagnoses, physical illnesses, financial struggles, legal troubles, family secrets, or personal mistakes.
• How to balance family loyalty with honesty when revealing family secrets.
• Tips for discussing sensitive topics like politics, religious differences, or biases with new people.
• How to present your mistakes as opportunities for growth and accountability.

PLUS, I uncover the #1 mistake people make when they’re on the receiving end of someone else’s vulnerable story—and how to avoid it.

Tune in to learn how to navigate these tough conversations with confidence, compassion, and authenticity.

Xxoo Darcy

REFERENCES

Mindful Care

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“We Need To Talk With Dr. Darcy Sterling” is a Sterling Standard Production. Editing and sound engineering by Bart Migal. Our theme music is by Trending Music. Special thanks to Amanda Cristiani and Preston Smith.

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For many women, sexual desire isn’t always spontaneous or readily available—it’s something that ebbs and flows, influenced by factors like stress, fatigue, and emotional connection with a partner.

Yet, our culture promotes the idea that great sex must be spontaneous, passionate, and frequent, leaving many women feeling like they’re broken when they experience a lull in their desire.

But what if that belief is a myth? What if our cultural narrative around sexuality and desire is part of what makes it so difficult to sustain?

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Lori Brotto, a leading expert in the science of desire. Dr. Brotto has dedicated her career to dismantling myths about female desire and providing practical, evidence-based strategies to help women reconnect with their sexuality. She emphasizes that desire isn’t just something that happens to us—it’s something we can nurture, approach with mindfulness, and redefine in ways that align with our unique lives and relationships.

• Key differences in sexual desire between men and women.
• The top disruptors of women’s desire.
• A single transformative skill to help combat low libido and rekindle desire.

Xxoo Darcy

REFERENCES

Mindful Care

Better Sex Through Mindfulness: How Women Can Cultivate Desire

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“We Need To Talk With Dr. Darcy Sterling” is a Sterling Standard Production. Editing and sound engineering by Bart Migal. Our theme music is by Trending Music. Special thanks to Amanda Cristiani and Preston Smith.

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We've all been there—stuck in a relationship where red flags are hard to ignore, yet we find ways to dismiss them. We tell ourselves things will change, that it’s just a rough patch. But while we’re busy justifying, friends and family can see the reality far more clearly.

Why are we often the last to recognize toxic patterns or to accept when a relationship has reached its limit? What keeps us holding on, even as the red flags pile up? In this episode, we dive into the psychology of ignoring red flags, exploring how much of this blindness is rooted in self-preservation versus genuine love.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why leaving a relationship is sometimes harder when there hasn’t been a single, defining break.
• How friends and family can manage the challenge of seeing red flags and wanting to help, while respecting their loved one’s choices.
• How to respond when people you trust share their concerns about your partner.

This episode is all about tuning into emotional awareness, relationship patterns, and the delicate balance between love and self-preservation.

Xxoo Darcy

REFERENCES

Mindful Care

VIA Survey of Character Strengths

https://www.bgsu.edu/ncfmr/resources/data/family-profiles/loo-marriage-to-divorce-ratio-US-geographic-variation-2022-fp-23-25.html

https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/marriage-divorce.htm

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#RelationshipExperts #RealTalkRelationships #LoveLanguage #RelationshipIssues #RelationshipHelp #PodcastLove #WeNeedToTalkWithDrDarcy #Therapy #CouplesCounseling #CouplesTherapy #DrDarcySterling #DoctorDarcySterling #DrDarcy

#ModernRomance #ModernLove #ToxicRelationships #KnowYourWorth #BreakupRecovery #RedFlagsInRelationships #TrustYourGut

CREDITS

“We Need To Talk With Dr. Darcy Sterling” is a Sterling Standard Production. Editing and sound engineering by Bart Migal. Our theme music is by Trending Music. Special thanks to Amanda Cristiani and Preston Smith.

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