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How to Stop Losing Yourself in Relationships | Haifa Beseisso
Season 5 · Episode 27

How to Stop Losing Yourself in Relationships | Haifa Beseisso

<p>If you’ve ever found yourself shrinking to fit into love, questioning if you’re too much, or feeling lost in your relationships — this episode with Haifa Beseisso will hit home. ❤️‍🔥</p><br><p>We unpack how <em>real</em> self love isn’t just about bubble baths or affirmations — it’s about choosing yourself even when it’s uncomfortable. Haifa shares her powerful story of unlearning cultural conditioning, redefining self-worth, and how that inner work transformed her relationships.</p><br><p>👉 In this episode:</p><ul><li>Why we lose ourselves in love — and how to stop</li><li>What self love <em>really</em> looks like (and the biggest misconceptions)</li><li>Dating with clarity, standards, and self-awareness</li><li>Being “too much,” being “picky,” and being fully <em>you</em></li><li>How to open up without abandoning yourself</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you’ve been stuck in relationship patterns that drain you or are afraid to take up space in love — this conversation will help you reconnect with your truth.</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST</strong></p><p>👉 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/flywithhaifa?igsh=dG5tandheWhnY28y" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>TIME STAMPS</strong></p><p>(01:08) Introduction</p><p>(05:49) Why did you remove your scarf?</p><p>(10:53) How has self love shifted for you over the years?</p><p>(13:58) How important is the work for when you’re dating?</p><p>(26:02) Timelines & Dating</p><p>(27:48) How do you stay authentic when opening up to others?</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>LONDON DAIRY</strong></p><p>Thank you to <a href="https://bit.ly/3HpYOEE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">London Dairy</a>, the sponsors of today's episode. This is your reminder to carve out a moment just for you today! Join me and my London Dairy ice cream tub on the couch for that self-care mmmm moment.</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>WHO AM I?</strong></p><p>My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome! 📸 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/erikadpelle/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Connect with me on IG!</a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>RESOURCES</strong></p><p>▶︎<a href="https://bit.ly/4cpHmcV" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> 25 Day Self Development Marathon</a></p><p>▶︎ <a href="https://bit.ly/46CoiqR" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">21 Day Self Growth Challenge</a></p><p>▶︎ <a href="https://bit.ly/4fEFlfP" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Goal Setting System E-Book</a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>LET’S BE FRIENDS</strong></p><p>📸 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thebalancetheorypodcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p>📱<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thebalancetheorypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tiktok</a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>MY FAVOURITE STUFF</strong></p><p>💻 Email & Calendar tool - <a href="https://try.sunsama.com/igaha8bg2gvk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunsama for 1 Month free trial</a></p><p>🌱 <a href="https://bit.ly/3S1MHiV" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wholefoods & Supplement</a>s - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off</p><p>Support this show <a target="_blank" rel="payment" href="http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory">http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory</a>.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

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July 13, 202531m 20s

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Show Notes

If you’ve ever found yourself shrinking to fit into love, questioning if you’re too much, or feeling lost in your relationships — this episode with Haifa Beseisso will hit home. ❤️‍🔥


We unpack how real self love isn’t just about bubble baths or affirmations — it’s about choosing yourself even when it’s uncomfortable. Haifa shares her powerful story of unlearning cultural conditioning, redefining self-worth, and how that inner work transformed her relationships.


👉 In this episode:

  • Why we lose ourselves in love — and how to stop
  • What self love really looks like (and the biggest misconceptions)
  • Dating with clarity, standards, and self-awareness
  • Being “too much,” being “picky,” and being fully you
  • How to open up without abandoning yourself


If you’ve been stuck in relationship patterns that drain you or are afraid to take up space in love — this conversation will help you reconnect with your truth.



CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST

👉 Instagram



TIME STAMPS

(01:08) Introduction

(05:49) Why did you remove your scarf?

(10:53) How has self love shifted for you over the years?

(13:58) How important is the work for when you’re dating?

(26:02) Timelines & Dating

(27:48) How do you stay authentic when opening up to others?



LONDON DAIRY

Thank you to London Dairy, the sponsors of today's episode. This is your reminder to carve out a moment just for you today! Join me and my London Dairy ice cream tub on the couch for that self-care mmmm moment.



WHO AM I?

My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome! 📸 Connect with me on IG!



RESOURCES

▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon

▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge

▶︎ Goal Setting System E-Book



LET’S BE FRIENDS

📸 Instagram

📱Tiktok



MY FAVOURITE STUFF

💻 Email & Calendar tool - Sunsama for 1 Month free trial

🌱 Wholefoods & Supplements - use "THEBALANCETHEORY" for 15% off

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thebalancetheory.

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