Jenny Dreizen shares her personal story of wanting to get married and start a family with her partner but struggling to get him to commit.
"I was starved of love and affection. And I felt like if I could just get him to admit, to propose to me, I would get the dopamine hit of, oh yes, he does love me." - Jenny Dreizen
She reflects on her own worthiness and the societal pressure to follow a certain path in life. In this episode of The Life Shift Podcast, Jenny talks about the intimacy of podcasting and how it allows for connections to be formed through deep conversations. She shares her experience of bonding with hosts and guests of A Fresh Story and how it feels like becoming part of a community. Listeners can relate to the feeling of forming connections with those they listen to and how these conversations can feel intimate and eye-opening.
The conversation with Jenny also touches on the importance of being true to oneself and making choices that align with personal values and desires. It is a reminder that societal norms and expectations should not dictate our personal lives and that we should strive to live authentic lives that reflect our true selves. By doing so, we can find happiness and fulfillment, even if our lives don't follow a predetermined path.
Jenny's personal struggle to get her partner to commit to marriage and starting a family is also discussed, highlighting the impact of societal expectations on personal decisions and relationships. The feeling of unworthiness tied to external factors, such as societal norms and expectations, is explored.
Genevieve “Jenny” Dreizen is the co-founder and COO of Fresh Starts Registry, a platform designed to help people begin again after any big life transition. Jenny is passionate about creating usable, efficient, and beautiful systems to run Fresh Starts and to maintain their team of experts, support specialists, and freshies.
Listeners can connect with Jenny on Instagram at @genevievedreizen and @freshstartsregistry.
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Chapters
00:00:00 Why I Was Sure I'd Never Get Legally Married
00:11:22 Exploring the Complexities of Love
00:17:39 Why Love Isn't Always About Shared Interests: A Story of Building a Life Together Despite Differences
00:19:43 Why Am I Not Worthy? The Struggle of Seeking Validation in Relationships and Motherhood
00:26:01 When Love Surprises You: The Unconventional Proposal That Left Her Laughing
00:28:17 When Love is on the Line: A Story of Fighting for Your Relationship
00:31:11 From Romantic Gestures to Baby Fever: A Rollercoaster of Love in Jenny's Story
00:34:35 The Heartbreaking Tale of Elvis the Cat: A Story of Love, Loss, and the Final Goodbye
00:37:19 10 Years Without 'I Love You': A Story of Letting Go of Worthless Diamonds and Finding Self-Worth
00:39:36 From Tears to Triumph: A Story of Holding On and Letting Go
00:44:25 Trapped in Love: How I Ignored the Red Flags and Fought for a Relationship I Didn't Want, But Still Got What I Always Wanted
00:50:40 Lessons Learned: How a Rough Relationship Led to Finding True Love
00:54:19 Why Going Through a Shitty Time in Your Life Might Be Exactly What You Need to Grow and Find Happiness
00:56:57 Deserve More Than Fine: A Story of Pursuing Joy and Breaking Societal Expectations
00:58:38 Breaking the Silence: A Story of Tragedy, Resilience, and the Reality of 'Fine' Relationships
