<p><strong>Are you spotting red flags too late? Or missing green lights that could lead to something great?</strong> In this episode of <em>Ditch the Ick</em>, Katie Carson breaks down the <strong>difference between an ick and an actual red flag</strong>, why we sometimes ignore obvious warning signs, and how to recognize the green lights that signal a healthy, thriving connection.</p><p></p><p><em>Spoiler alert:</em> It’s not just about dating—these red flags and green lights show up in friendships, work relationships, and even family dynamics.</p><h3></h3><h3>What You’ll Learn in This Episode:</h3><ul>
<li>The biggest <strong>red flags</strong> that are <em>non-negotiable</em> </li>
<li>How to <strong>tell the difference</strong> between an ick and a real warning sign</li>
<li>Why your <strong>gut instinct is your best relationship tool</strong> (and how to actually listen to it)</li>
<li>The <strong>green lights</strong> to look for in any relationship </li>
<li>How to set and stick to <strong>your non-negotiables</strong> without guilt or fear</li>
</ul><h3></h3><h3>Episode Takeaways: Action Steps for You!</h3><ul>
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<strong>Write your list of non-negotiables</strong>—what behaviors are deal-breakers for you? <strong>I</strong>
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<strong>dentify your green lights</strong>—what qualities make you feel seen, heard, and valued?</li>
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<strong>Reflect on past relationships</strong> (friendships, dating, work) and pinpoint the red flags you ignored. What patterns do you see?</li>
</ul><h3></h3><h3>Resources & Ways to Engage:</h3><ul>
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<strong>What are YOUR biggest red flags and green lights?</strong> Share them anonymously on our website or drop them in our <strong>Facebook group</strong>!</li>
<li>Submit your story/questions here → <a href="https://www.ditchtheick.com/ask-us-anything">https://www.ditchtheick.com/ask-us-anything</a>
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<li>Follow along on Instagram →<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ditchtheickpod"> </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ditchtheickpod">@ditchtheickpod</a>
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</ul><p></p><p><strong>Next week, we’re joined by your period coach, Vicky, to talk about perimenopause</strong>—because let’s be real, no one prepared us for this! Don’t miss it.</p><p></p><p><strong>﻿Love the show?</strong> If this episode resonated, please leave a rating & review! It helps more people <em>ditch the ick</em> and build relationships that actually feel good.  ---------------------------- If you need anything else, let me know! </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>

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