Lauren Ashley on How to Know When a Relationship is Over - Part Two

In Transition

In Part 2 of this two part episode, Lauren reveals a serious issue that needed to change in their relationship, prompting them to make a pivotal decision. She and co-host, Korey, dive into a range of discussion points from relationships and trust to investing in oneself during transitions. They deep dive on the struggles that Lauren faced in her marriage, including how her health declined and the difficulty of maintaining a long-distance relationship. Lauren also shares the details behind her decision to separate and the tough reality of having their young child spend time between two households. She also addresses criticism that they received in the aftermath of her decision.

If you’re someone who has gone through a tough ending or are contemplating ending a relationship, I really hope you can find some inspiration and courage to stop listening to all the noise, step into your full power and do what serves YOU best.

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[00:01:11] Long distance marriage impacted by time differences and stressful circumstances.

[00:02:44] Lauren shares personal experience of needing change in the relationship during time in Boston. Encourages listeners to listen to part one.

[00:06:19] Traveling every two weeks was too much. Suspicion of health risks from apartment flood.

[00:10:48] Spending the better part of an entire year apart.

[00:16:28] Couple discusses readiness for pregnancy during a trip in October 2015.

[00:19:27] Lauren takes a pregnancy test, is happy and goes to OB/GYN, only to find out she's actually 12 weeks along.

[00:31:50] Pandemic led to realization that current situation isn't working, especially with a three-year-old at home.

[00:49:53] Some relationships have a season and a purpose, it's important to know when it's over.

[01:03:16] Lauren's focus on self-care, putting herself first, while still prioritizing her child.

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