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The conversations every couple needs to have early on

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Patricia Szilagyi
October 31, 2026

Ever wondered what the most common mistake is when building a relationship? Shying away from difficult conversations, says couples therapist Ann Philipose.

Sex, money, cheating and boundaries: Many couples avoid discussing the issues that matter most until problems have already escalated. Couples therapist and psychologist Ann Philipose joins Leeza Mangaldas on Love Matters to discuss all the important conversations we often avoid. From first-date questions to sexual compatibility or emotional intimacy.

Recorded with a live audience in Delhi, this episode explores why chemistry alone cannot sustain a relationship, why monogamy needs an explicit conversation, and how expectations around sex, shared finances and family involvement can become sources of conflict. And – for the first time – some Love Matters listeners share their own experiences and get to ask some questions! Tune in to this episode full of humor and candid insights.

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