82. When You're Ready for Something Other Than a Nice Guy

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Description: In this episode of The Nichole Banks Podcast, Nichole tackles a topic many may feel a bit guilty admitting: What to do when you're with a perfectly nice guy... but he's just not your guy. As someone who has healed and grown after divorce, it's essential to recognize when a relationship, no matter how kind, isn't fulfilling your deeper needs. Tune in to explore how to identify these feelings and make the best choice for your emotional well-being.

Episode Highlights:

• [00:00] Intro Music Fades In
• [00:15] Welcome and Introduction
• Nichole welcomes listeners and introduces the episode topic.
• [01:00] Setting the Stage
• Discusses the journey of healing and meeting new people post-divorce.
• [02:30] The Dilemma of the Nice Guy
• Explains the difference between a nice guy and the right guy for you.
• [04:00] Signs It's Time to Move On
• [04:15] You Get Bored Easily: If you're feeling uninspired, it might be time to move on.
• [05:00] There's a Burning Desire for Something More: Longing for deeper connection and adventure.
• [05:45] Lack of Emotional Depth: Importance of connecting on a deeper emotional level.
• [06:30] You’re Just Going Through the Motions: Recognizing when you're not genuinely enjoying time together.
• [07:15] No Future Vision Together: Constantly second-guessing the future of the relationship.
• [08:00] The Issues with Settling
• [08:15] Resentment: The danger of resenting a partner for not meeting deeper needs.
• [09:00] Emotional Disconnect: Feeling lonely despite being in a relationship.
• [09:45] Missed Opportunities: Risk of missing out on someone who truly fulfills you.
• [10:30] Personal Growth Stagnation: Importance of being with someone who inspires growth.
• [11:15] Tips to Avoid Settling for Just a Nice Guy
• [11:30] Know Your Worth: Understanding and valuing yourself.
• [12:15] Trust Your Gut: The power of intuition in relationships.
• [13:00] Keep Your Standards High: The importance of maintaining high standards.
• [13:45] Seek Emotional Compatibility: Finding someone who meets your emotional needs.
• [14:30] Be Honest with Yourself: Being real about what you want in a partner.
• [15:15] Wrapping Up
• Nichole summarizes the episode, encouraging listeners not to settle for less than they deserve.
• [16:00] Closing Remarks and Call to Action
• Thanking listeners, encouraging sharing, reviews, and subscribing.

Key Takeaways:

• Recognize when a nice guy isn’t fulfilling your deeper needs.
• Identify signs that it might be time to move on.
• Understand the issues that come with settling.
• Learn tips to avoid settling and ensure you find a fulfilling relationship.

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