Building Real Connections in a Digital Age: Lessons from Nedra Glover Tawwab

About this episode

In this podcast episode, Nedra Tawwab talks about how relationships work and why it is important to keep your own identity. She explains the difference between being close and being too entangled, pointing out that strong connections should not take away your independence. Tawwab also highlights how understanding attachment styles can shape our relationships, and she encourages people not to expect their partners to be perfect, like the idea of a “soulmate.” The talk covers why setting boundaries matters, how to have healthy disagreements, and how to handle relationships with family and friends, especially when dealing with grief and loneliness in today’s world. In the end, Tawwab urges us…