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Jay Shetty PodcastJay & Radhi: My #1 Ick About You… (I’ve Never Shared This!)
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At a glance
WHAT IT’S REALLY ABOUT
Exploring relationship “icks” and how to separate them from red flags
- They define an “ick” as an often-irrational, sudden turn-off and frame it as something best treated with humor rather than as an automatic dealbreaker.
- They share a rapid-fire list of funny, culturally shaped icks (e.g., backpack bouncing while running, no-show socks, baby voice) alongside their own early-relationship examples.
- They argue many people use icks as a convenient scapegoat to exit dating situations instead of admitting a lack of attraction or interest.
- They distinguish “icks” from fundamentals like communication, reliability, hygiene, and emotional maturity—warning that people often overvalue the trivial and undervalue the essential.
- They discuss how attraction can distort perception, making people excuse objectively unpleasant traits (even smells/habits), reinforcing the need to choose partners with aligned habits and values.
IDEAS WORTH REMEMBERING
5 ideasTreat most icks as signals to laugh, not to leave.
They suggest many icks are petty, context-dependent, and trend-driven; if you otherwise like the person, the “ick” can become endearing rather than disqualifying.
If you have “too many icks,” it may simply mean you’re not into them.
They note that constant irritation is unsustainable—frequent icks can be a proxy for low attraction or low compatibility rather than a series of isolated issues.
Ask two questions when an ick feels intense: why am I triggered, and can I live with this never changing?
They emphasize that many behaviors are conditioned and stable (e.g., lifestyle habits), so you need self-awareness and realism rather than assuming your partner will transform.
Don’t confuse an ick with a red flag or a core need.
Radhi separates “silly turn-offs” from fundamentals that create security—like clear communication and reliability—arguing these matter more than style quirks or harmless mannerisms.
People often overreact to superficial icks while making excuses for serious behavior problems.
They highlight the common pattern: someone fixates on socks or selfies, but rationalizes ghosting, flakiness, or emotional distance because the person is more attractive.
WORDS WORTH SAVING
5 quotesIcks just means you're like, "Oh, maybe, you know, don't do that around me."
— Radhi Devlukia
I think the more you like someone, the less you'll find, like the l- the more you'll find y- the icks cuter.
— Radhi Devlukia
You're not dating the ick, you date a person who is like, do they respond? Do they show up? Do they call? Do they check in?
— Jay Shetty
I think sometimes women get into relationships hoping the man will change. And men get into relationships hoping the woman will never change.
— Jay Shetty
Usually we overvalue an ick, and we undervalue a fundamental.
— Jay Shetty
SPEAKERS
Radhi Devlukia
hostWellness entrepreneur and co-host who discusses mindful living and relationships.
Jay Shetty
hostHost of the On Purpose podcast, author, and former monk focused on relationships and personal growth.
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