Therapist Breaks Down Love is Blind’s Zack, Bliss, & Irina | Why Zack Chose Irina

One of the best things for me was that Irena obviously got the "ick" when Zack sang, along with the majority of America. But there are videos on insta of Zack singing to Bliss and she just looks so enchanted and enamored by him. Bliss looks genuinely in love with him when he's singing (probably because she knows hes singing for her!). My favorite thing about them is that everything Irena disliked and said was a flaw (too much eye contact, awkwardness, nerdiness) were things that Bliss embraced. It makes you realize that aspects of personality aren't flaws per se, they just aren't for everyone. And there are Bliss like people out there who will love every bit of you

When Zack broke up with Bliss, she didn’t vilify him. She accepted his choice even though she disagreed with it. That’s emotional maturity. When Irina thought Zack was going in a different direction, she threatened to leave the show. That’s emotional blackmail.

This is the first time I’ve heard an explanation of why Zach chose Irina that made sense to me. Thank you Steph!!!

I completely agree, from Zach’s perspective, he saw Bliss taking bad about Irina and Irina staying respectful of Bliss, so he interpreted Bliss as being the mean girl. I’m not at all surprised that he chose Irina.

I think that for Irina, it was all about winning. I think it became a game to her and she just did and said whatever she felt she had to, to win.

My biggest beef with Zach is how dismissive he was of Bliss' feelings when she was still feeling upset about being his second choice. I feel like he didn't earn her trust back enough.

Bliss's emotional intelligence is awe inspiring. From recognising her needs, asserting boundaries and accepting Zack without apology is incredible. I hope her and Zack have an amazing life together!

Zach's decision to inform Bliss's family about his intentions to rekindle their relationship shows a level of emotional maturity. He understands that his actions in the past may have caused hurt and pain, and is willing to face any criticism from Bliss's family. This demonstrates his commitment to rebuilding trust and repairing the damage caused.

I think that Zack has been hurt so much by words, that any type of affirmations will make him happy. So when Bliss is being harsher with her words but being honest, Zack only focused on her words but didnt realise how her actions showed how much she loved him. While Irena offered him empty words that he wants to hear, but his brain knew that she didn't actually give a shit about him.

When she puts that green pillow on her face you can see how he is realising that he made a mistake. He was already planning to go find Bliss 😂

I was so upset when Zack broke up with Bliss not just bc it was tragic and clearly (to us) the wrong choice, but also because Bliss's response so whole heartedly proved that she was the one with love and maturity and ready for this process, in contrast to Irena who was immature as fuck, even if her words in the pods tricked Zack. It just made me want to rip my hair out for Bliss <3

Irina literally pined for Zack as if it was a competition and said yes just because she was able to “take him” from Bliss

I had to mute it when you played Zack singing it. It literally hurts me. I yelled NO and muted it😂. Why'd you do me like that Steph?!

Can I just say that your intro song is always stuck in my head and I always sing it and my husband NEVER knows what I’m singing😂 But I love it!!

It is ironic that Irina, as an alleged victim of bully, turns out to be a super mean girl towards others...

Bliss’s soul and her family are so warm and genuine, especially Bliss’s Mum. Amazing analysis too ♥️

When I started watching your videos in January I ended up beginning my therapy journey in February. It has been a transforming process for me thus far, thank you so much. I am in a much healthier place and you have a hand in that. All the best for you and your future✨

32:36 that moment literally made me cry for sure. I love bliss’ mom!💗

The thing you said about the guys generally saying that they love their partner because of how they made them feel struck a chord with me. One time for Valentine’s Day with my ex we wrote cards with lists of why we loved them to give to the other, and my boyfriend’s list was predominantly about how I made him feel. I remember being a bit upset by that because it felt like it was more about him than me

I don't care how Zack perceived it, when Bliss told Zack it was a red flag that he couldn't see what a shit person Irena was, I was 1000% on board with her. I dunno about yall, but I don't wanna spend the rest of my life with someone who puts me on the same par with an asshole and thinks we're equally worthy as a partner.