Alain de Botton: What Does It Really Take to Find and Maintain Love Today?
Saturn Returns with CaggieShow Notes
For the first episode of Letters to Venus, Caggie is joined by renowned philosopher, author, and founder of The School of Life, Alain de Botton. Together, they explore the evolution of love and relationships, the complexities of modern dating, and why emotional intelligence is more crucial than ever in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world. This conversation dives deep into: 💌 The role of emotional intelligence in building lasting connections 💌 How technology and dating apps are reshaping the way we find love 💌 The challenges of modern dating and why it feels harder than ever 💌 Why honest, consistent communication is the key to relationship success 💌 How childhood experiences influence our expectations in love 💌 The importance of attachment styles and how they impact early dating 💌 Why love isn’t just a feeling but a skill that requires flexibility and negotiation With Alain’s profound wisdom and Caggie’s thoughtful reflections, this episode is packed with insights and practical advice that will challenge the way you think about love, relationships, and intimacy. Unlock your cosmic potential with easyStars, through personalised astrology insights, AI-powered compatibility reports, and daily guidance from Pixie (your AI astrologer!) Download easyStars on Apple here or Google here today and enjoy a free 2-week trial! ✨ — Letters to Venus is a spin-off of Saturn Returns that aims to explore the mysteries of love, relationships, and dating through the lens of astrology. Hosted by Caggie, Letters to Venus is inspired by the celestial wisdom of Venus - the goddess of love, beauty, and desire - and aims to help you navigate your heart, relationship patterns, and pathways to true intimacy. Want to go deeper? Join the waitlist for the Letters to Venus Course! To complement the podcast, we’re launching an exclusive course designed to help you integrate these transformative lessons into your love life. Featuring expert guests (including some from the podcast!), this course will help you: 💌 Understand your Venus placement and how it shapes your love language 💌 Recognise and break free from unhealthy relationship patterns 💌 Attract and nurture authentic, fulfilling connections 💌 Cultivate deep self-love as the foundation for a thriving love life ✨Spots are limited! Sign up for the waitlist here to be the first to secure your place when enrollment opens 💫
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