Are You Building Connections or Real Relationships?

Ever feel like you're stuck in surface-level interactions and wonder why some relationships just don’t go deeper? In this episode, host Nina Garcia breaks down the difference between making connections and building relationships. She shares a personal story—Luther’s breadcrumbing investment strategy—to highlight how people engage in relationships differently and why it’s important to be clear about what you're investing in. Press play to explore:

💌 The emotional security equation and how it will help you understand how emotional fitness and emotional wealth contribute to long-term, meaningful relationships.

💌 The different investment strategies: breadcrumbing, the slice of bread, and the full loaf (true commitment and growth).

💌 Three adventure challenges for self-awareness and growth.

What you’ll get:

2:37 - Luther’s breadcrumbing investment strategy

6:55 - Recognizing emotional shifts in relationships

9:01 - Understanding different levels of investment

11:12 - Emotional security equation: Fitness + Wealth = Stability

18:49 - Three adventure challenges for self-awareness and growth

🎥 Want to watch this episode? Catch it on YouTube! 📺✨  https://youtu.be/xz9FTfPKHYo

Resources:

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