# Unmet Needs vs. Unrealistic Expectations: Where to Draw the Line in a Relationship

An episode of [Jillian on Love](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1640172049), 25 Nov 2024, 52 min.

Audio: https://pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/433/claritaspod.com/measure/titlepl.us/redirect.mp3/DAYLIGHT/3/tracking.swap.fm/track/3d6CsTAfO3grx1dlSbW7/traffic.megaphone.fm/QCD7930822421.mp3?updated=1732310221

Jillian unpacks one of the most common yet complex relationship dilemmas: distinguishing between unmet needs and unrealistic expectations. Are you holding your partner to impossible standards, or are your needs simply not being met? Jillian takes a deep dive into the psychology of relationships, exploring how projections, attachment, and self-awareness play a role in our connections. She also answers a listener's heartfelt question about letting go of an unrequited love, offering actionable insights for reclaiming your peace and freedom. Pre-order Jillian's book "It Begins with You" at https://www.jillianturecki.com/book ~~ Follow the show on: Instagram: @jillianonlove Email the show at hello@jillianonlove.com Subscribe to Jillian on Love+ on Apple Podcasts or Patreon ~~ Follow Jillian Turecki on: Instagram: @jillianturecki TikTok: @jillian.turecki X: @JillianTurecki Visit her website at jillianturecki.com ~~ Jillian On Love is brought to you by QCODE. To advertise on the show, contact us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shows are listed from Apple Podcasts' charts and directory, and Podcast Index where it is used. Every show and episode belongs to its publisher and plays from the publisher's own feed; this site hosts none of them.