Multiamory: Rethinking Modern Relationships

598 - Over-Functioning in Relationships: Why Taking On More Makes It Worse

October 6, 2026·58 min
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This week we're diving into over-functioning in relationships and how it can actually work against us. We'll be discussing some of the research available about group projects, how anxiety affects negotiation, and how accurately (or inaccurately) we tend to estimate our own contributions to a relationship.As always, we'll go over some tips and tricks at the end to improve your relationships and work-life balance!Join our amazing community of listeners at ⁠multiamory.com/join and get access to ad-free episodes, group video discussions, and our amazing Discord community!Go to DIPSEASTORIES.com/MULTI for your first week FREE - then 25% off. That’s D-I-P-S-E-A STORIES DOT COM slash MULTI.If you want to boost your confidence, land a new role, or win a promotion, check out thorholt.com, and on LinkedIn by searching Thor Holt. Get 10% off sexual health supplements at vb.health with promo code MULTI.Whatever you want to learn, MasterClass has something for you, taught by experts in their fields. Support the show and get an exclusive 15% offer at ⁠multiamory.link/masterclass⁠Skillshare is an online learning community with thousands of classes for creators. Everything from graphic design and video editing to photography, writing, and business. Get a free month of Skilllshare at ⁠multiamory.link/skillshare⁠Multiamory was created by Dedeker Winston, Jase Lindgren, and Emily Matlack.Our theme music is Forms I Know I Did by ⁠Josh and Anand⁠Follow us on Instagram ⁠@Multiamory_Podcast⁠ and visit our website ⁠Multiamory.com⁠.We are a proud member of the ⁠Pleasure Podcasts⁠ network.

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