Cushioning Signs
What are the hidden signs someone is cushioning you?
4.7 (34)
37 mins
Discover the subtle behaviors and patterns that indicate someone is keeping backup romantic options. Uncover the emotional and relational impacts of cushioning on trust, intimacy, and relationship stability.
Ep 1:
The Invisible Safety Net
Mason Rivers unpacks cushioning—the quiet habit of keeping emotional backup plans—tracing its roots from casual college hookups to sophisticated adult relationship hedging and the fear driving it all.
Ep 2:
Reading the Warning Signs
Three unmistakable red flags surface: mysterious new 'friends,' confusing hot-and-cold affection, and vague future talk that never turns into real commitment—learn how to spot the pattern.
Ep 3:
Affairs, Egos, and Evidence
Cushioning meets full-blown infidelity as we explore the ego, escape, and thrill-seeking behind affairs, then turn detective with real-world clues that expose secretive double lives.
Ep 4:
Choosing Presence Over Protection
Cushioning is emotional cheating in disguise—discover why secrecy erodes trust, how genuine repair demands action over apology, and why real love requires ditching the safety net.
Discussions (13)
Axel
Level 3 · 8 mo agoJordan is the side piece 👀
Quinn
Level 3 · 8 mo agoCompletely agree that cushioning is a safety behavior rooted in fear. You aren't maintaining independence. You're just terrified of being left alone.
Emerson
Level 9 · 8 mo agokeeping a roster just for an ego boost is pathetic. if you need a safety net because you’re scared of being alone you shouldn’t be dating. seen this way too often and it’s just a waste of time imo
