On this episode of Real Love Scenario, hosts Dre & Rhonda sit down with multitalented DJ, author, and podcaster Ty Alexander. Ty shares intimate stories from her 16-year relationship and seven-year marriage, discussing how her mother’s illness profoundly changed her perspective on partnership. The conversation covers grief, mental wellness, and personal growth as Ty explores the habitual nature of happiness, the difference between pain and suffering, and healing. She also shares insights from her book ‘Things I Wish I Knew Before My Mom Died,’ highlighting the significance of familial love and parental relationships on personal development. Ty reflects on evolving with her partner, managing changing desires, and the importance of adaptability and open communication in sustaining long-term commitment.
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00:00 Welcome to Real Love Scenario
00:52 Subscriber Appreciation and Milestones
01:12 Introducing Ty Alexander
01:54 Ty’s Multifaceted Talents
04:38 Childhood and Early Influences
09:00 Mother-Daughter Bonding
15:02 Navigating Grief and Loss
34:53 Writing the Book on Grief
43:37 The Burden of Providing
45:12 Coping with Addiction in the Family
46:24 The Complexity of Relationships
48:12 The Struggle with Parental Addiction
50:22 Navigating Anger and Grief
55:01 The Reality of Marriage
01:05:28 The Journey of Love and Marriage
01:25:30 Reflections and Moving Forward
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