In this episode of Secret Life of Therapists, the conversation with Kaylan Maloney takes on one of the most uncomfortable and relatable human struggles: the difficulty of accepting people for who they truly are. Whether in romantic relationships, family dynamics, friendships, or therapy rooms, the urge to fix, reshape, or hold others to who we wish they would be is examined with honesty and depth.

The discussion explores how unmet expectations, attachment patterns, and unspoken needs fuel frustration and disappointment, often eroding connection in the process. With a therapeutic lens and real-world insight, this episode challenges listeners to reflect on control, compassion, and the courage it takes to meet people where they are without abandoning ourselves in the process.