What happens when your ex wants to move into your boyfriend's apartment for three months?
The episode begins with host Sandra Spick introducing a listener's question about whether it's acceptable for an ex to move into her current boyfriend's apartment for three months. Multiple callers share their opinions, with some expressing strong opposition while others suggest compromises. Psychotherapist Dr. Monika Wogroli provides expert commentary on relationship dynamics, explaining terms like Friendship Plus and open relationships. She discusses the psychology of jealousy, including evolutionary perspectives and how past experiences affect trust. Callers debate whether trust should be absolute or if certain situations inherently create risk. One caller suggests the girlfriend could invite her boyfriend to stay with her instead as a solution. Another caller admits that if they were single in that situation, they might act on attraction despite promises. The discussion covers how to communicate about fears and set boundaries in relationships. Dr. Wogroli emphasizes the importance of acknowledging feelings rather than suppressing them. She advises couples to discuss such situations openly without ultimatums. The episode concludes with the original caller, Melanie, sharing her decision to allow the arrangement with conditions, including meeting the ex and maintaining the right to withdraw permission if uncomfortable.
