How romantic attraction works: Sam's irresistibly drawn to a guy despite all the red flags

28/11/2025 42 min Episodio 4
How romantic attraction works: Sam's irresistibly drawn to a guy despite all the red flags

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Ever wondered why you're magnetically drawn to certain people? In this episode, we explore the psychology of attraction through the lens of Carl Jung's shadow work. Host Shagun Chopra reveals how the qualities we find most attractive in others are often the suppressed parts of ourselves trying to emerge, and why that initial "high" eventually fades. Through an intimate conversation with Sam, a successful attorney who reconnected with her free-spirited high school boyfriend 20 years later, we uncover how romantic attraction serves as a mirror for our own unexpressed desires. Sam shares how she went from being obsessively responsible and achievement-oriented to recognizing that her attraction to Adam's unconventional, unbound lifestyle was actually her own soul craving freedom. Learn the difference between projection-based attraction and persona-strengthening relationships, why "opposites attract" has deep psychological roots, and how owning your shadow qualities can transform not just your relationships but your entire life. Whether you're dating, in a long-term relationship, or reflecting on past partnerships, this episode will help you reclaim the parts of yourself you've been seeking in others. About the host: Shagun Chopra is an individuation coach, speaker, and educator. Her unique approach combines Jungian depth psychology with ancient Vedic wisdom to create the ultimate personal transformation. She supports professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives in bringing their wildest dreams to life and leapfrogging their career, business, and relationships. To learn more, visit shagunchopra.comJoin the show: To ask a question or get coached on the show (anonymously or otherwise), visit shagunchopra.com/ask