This episode explores the complex and multifaceted nature of love and relationships. We hear from Dr. Nicole LePera, a holistic psychologist and author, on the influence of childhood experiences on beliefs and behaviors in adult relationships. And Danielle LaPorte, author, speaker, and entrepreneur in personal development and spirituality, discusses how virtues like compassion and forgiveness function as extensions of love. In this episode we cover: 00:02:00 – Seven virtues of love 00:30:30 – Unhealthy relationship patterns 00:35:00 – Common relationship archetypes 00:46:00 – Connecting with yourself Balance Weekend Retreat with Schuyler Grant & Jeff Krasno in Topanga, CA, April 5-7, 2024. This weekend retreat is all about practices that cultivate balance in your life. This will include movement (yoga and hiking), focusing the mind (meditation and breathwork), hot and cold therapy (ice plunge and sauna), and enjoying time together in community. Go to onecommune.com/retreat for more info. NEW! Check out the Commune Courses podcast for free audio excerpts of our top courses. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://cmn.to/courses-applepod or Spotify https://cmn.to/courses-spotify or search Commune Podcasts to find the show. This podcast is supported by: Gainful 30% off your first month with code “Commune” visit Gainful.com/commune Vivobarefoot Use code VIVOCOMMUNE15 and get 15% off www.vivobarefoot.com LivOn Labs Get free samples with any purchase at livonlabs.com/commune Wakunaga Visit Wakunaga and use promo code COMMUNE 103 to request a sample. LMNT Get a free sample pack with any purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/COMMUNE