
When your partner has a crush on a fictional character
What do you do if your partner has a crush on a fictional character and it is getting in the way of your relationship?

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Hosted by Daniel J Maigler · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 215 episodes
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As a therapist I have only one rule: you are not allowed to die. On this podcast I will answer questions about therapy, mental health, coaching, or anything else folks want to pick my brain about. I bring 20 years and over 1000 clients worth of experience and hopefully some humor.
Daniel J Maigler hosts Not Allowed to Die, a health show with 215 episodes published.

What do you do if your partner has a crush on a fictional character and it is getting in the way of your relationship?

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