About this podcast

This episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast features a masterclass on love with #1 New York Times bestselling author and former monk, Jay Shetty. Mel and Jay dive deep into the multifaceted nature of love, moving beyond conventional relationship advice to explore one's personal connection to love. They discuss Jay's unique 3-part definition of love, the time investment required to build different levels of friendship, and common pitfalls in new and established relationships, such as chasing worthiness or dating the same type of person. The conversation also touches on Jay's personal childhood trauma, practical exercises for building healthy relationships, and a powerful meditation. Listeners will learn about the four phases of love, the “halo effect” and “context effect” in dating, and how to discern genuine care from control. This deeply engaging discussion offers profound insights and practical tips for anyone looking to let more love into their life, whether single or in a partnership.