Episode 4: Say it how it is podcast.
For our fourth episode of ‘Say it how it is’, we were joined by Asha-Jane, who engaged with us in a discussion surrounding relationships and the pressures that are pressed upon young people around dating.
In the week leading up to the episode; we asked you; our community, your views surrounding this topic, and you told us…..
75% of young people we asked on Instagram said the pandemic has made being in a relationship harder.
Pressures young people feel towards relationships;
-Pressures from Social media
-Difficulty in keeping relationships private (influenced by social media)
-Staying separated and missing out on having time to connect in lockdown
-Social media- Comparing yourself to other couples.
-The pressure of having to impress your friends who are also in relationships
What makes for a healthy Relationship?
-Trust
-Loyalty
-Communication
-Ability to have a laugh
-Acceptance
-Understanding
To tune in to the full episode click below;
Get involved in the discussion; #GXdatelife- we’d love to know how you feel.
