We're Not Fine
Renowned relationship therapists, Doug Jensen and Dr. Talia Jackson explore the ins and outs of relationships in the new podcast, We’re Not Fine. Exploring relationship boundaries beyond dating, the podcast will also examine relationships with our community, friends, family, marriage and even within oneself. No topic is off limits and our audience is encouraged to submit their own questions to challenge the team and their guests.
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- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 48 minutes
- Episodes
- 151
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
That’s a Wrap on the Longest Podcast Season There Ever Was!
Friends, what a beautiful and exciting journey it has been! As we take a much-needed break to recharge our batteries, frolic in the sunshine, enjoy time with our loved ones and align ourselves with w…
Chat GPT Does Therapy Too… How Does it Compare to the Real Deal?
In this mailbag episode, Doug and Dr. Talia take on a write-in that asked ChatGPT to give advice on a long-standing issue he and his wife had been having for years. We HAD to jump right in and do a s…
The Science Behind Self-Esteem
This conversation delves into the complexities of self-esteem, exploring its roots, the impact of external influences such as social media, and practical strategies for improvement. The hosts discuss…
How Soon Should You Disclose your Invisible Disabilities in Dating?
In this episode, Doug and Dr. Talia discuss the importance of timing in disclosing your invisible disabilities in dating. Do you have ADHD or OCD? Are you someone with a chronic health condition? A m…
She Loves Me. She Loves Me Not. Attachment Issues or Relationship OCD
In this Mailbag, Dr Talia and Doug play around with a few differential diagnoses. Anxious disorganized attachment, relationship OCD, or is it just not the right fit? Tune in!
I’m Jealous of the Affection my Girlfriend Gives her Dog”. Avoidant Attachment or...
In this Mailbag Episode; Dr. Talia and Doug tease out whether the writer’s girlfriend is pouring her love and affection into her dog while avoiding our writer because of an avoidant attachment style,…
Were you the Golden Child or the Scapegoat in your Family of Origin?
In this episode, Dr. Talia and Doug take on the idea that having been either the Golden Child or Scapegoat in your family of origin had a lasting impact on you and is most certainly showing up in adu…
You Think You Might be a Tad Defensive?
In this episode, Doug and Dr. Talia take on “defensiveness” as the most common maladaptive self-protective coping strategy in relationships. As you all know, that doesn’t tend to go well. We feel att…
My boyfriend has no ambition. So what?
Can differing ambition levels tank a relationship? When can it work and when is it a crack in the pavement? She loves him. He is happy to be who he is where he is, and there is no stopping her ambiti…
I’m in Love with an Addict
In this poignant and emotional mailbag episode, Doug and Dr. Talia touch on the painful realities of being in love with with a partner who is deep in addiction and not taking ownership of the issues …
How Big is your Age Gap? And Does it Matter?
In this episode, Dr Talia and Doug look at the pros and cons of a significant age gap in relationships. What matters most is emotional maturity, communication style and the ability to appreciate each…
Why Can't We Shake off the Memory of Our First Love? A WNF Mailbag Episode
In this episode we address a listener's concern that he can't stop fixating on his first love, even though he is happy in his relationship and his ex is married with children. Doug and Dr Talia look …
Can a Relationship Thrive with No Shared Interests?
In this mailbag episode, Dr. Talia and Doug take on a really important couples’ question;“how important are shared interests in a relationship?” It turns out they’re not necessary for the survival of…
"My Close Relationship with My Work Spouse has Created a Marriage Nightmare For Me” a WNF Mailbag Episode
In this episode, Doug and Talia discuss the complexities of workplace friendships, particularly those involving the opposite sex, and the impact these relationships can have on romantic partnerships.…
What S*x Therapists Want You to Know
This great New York Times article “What Sex Therapists Wish We Knew” really sparked some heated conversations and Doug and Dr. Talia wanted to share all of them with you. We talk about comparison bei…
Can Better Relationship Skills Save Your Incompatible Relationship?
Sometimes incompatibility is a death sentence for a relationship, and other times it becomes clear that the way you are communicating your expectations is a bigger problem than incompatibility. This …
The Jealousy Scale; from OK to No Way, a We’re Not Fine & Top Self Collaboration
In this episode, Dr Talia, Doug and Shanenn Bryant, the host of the Top Self Podcast respond to jealousy provoking scenarios, and test out the Jealousy Scale. Would you be okay if your partner kept a…
How Love Addiction Actually Feels
Love Addiction, do you feel constant stress about what your partner is up to, if they’re thinking about you, why they’re not checking in with you, if their feelings have changed? You might have a lov…
Dating while Good Looking and Successful? Beware of “Throning
10 signs that you are getting “Throned”. Basically, Gen Z rebranded social climbing, and we love it. Throning is dating someone mainly to enhance your own reputation and boost your ego and credential…
Why Unhealthy Relationship Dynamics May Be Following You
A few episodes ago Doug and Dr. Talia dove into signs you may have had an emotionally immature or abusive parent. If you are finding yourself in relationships that have unhealthy power dynamics or co…