Have you ever thought about how you show up specifically in your relationships? Dr. Kristie talks about these three roles as they relate to a few key areas of your life, including self-care, boundaries, communication, conflict, and sex and intimacy. Stick around until the end, and learn more about these three roles if you want to have a healthy relationship with yourself and others. Covered in this episode: ➡ Three different roles and how they relate to a few key areas of your life. ➡ Anxious av...
Nov 18, 2022•19 min
How healthy are your boundaries? In today's episode, Dr. Kristie shares the 9 signs that you may have unhealthy boundaries. If you feel that you struggle with creating boundaries, you should pay attention to your gut and instincts. Because if you're a people pleaser, if you struggle to say no, if you want everyone around you to be happy all the time, and you'll do anything in your power to make it happen. You may have some boundary issues. Understanding your boundaries will be the only way that ...
Nov 15, 2022•11 min
5 Most Common Relationship Issues and How to Fix Them Relationships can be difficult, but most of the time, we make things more harder than they need to be. You don't have to do that any longer. Dr. Kristie talks about the list of those five things you're going to watch out for and then suggestions on how to address each level. And hopes that you take those suggestions to make changes for yourself, because she believes you deserve a healthy relationship and no one can give that or do that for yo...
Nov 11, 2022•22 min
Intimacy and your Very Best Self with Victoria Brown In this week's episode, I'm sharing with you an interview by Victoria Brown on her Very Best Self podcast. She is New York City based Senior SoulCycle instructor, Under Armour Athlete, Certified Life Coach, and Founder of the Very Best Self Squad (VBSquad). Her fitness and mindfulness career began in Los Angeles, spread to Washington, DC, and now takes root in New York City. Her philosophy regarding movement stems from a belief that working ou...
Nov 08, 2022•46 min
To divorce or not to divorce can it work with Dennis Vetrano Sometimes, relationships don’t work the way we want it to. There are a lot of factors that can lead into the fallout of a relationship, whether it be falling out of love, mutual agreement of moving on to different partners, or a realization of a different path. In this episode of Fix Yourself First with Dr. Kristie, we’ll be talking about divorce as a whole and as an option. I’m here with guest speaker Dennis Vetrano, a divorce mediati...
Nov 08, 2022•33 min
Are you struggling with making a connection with somebody? Do you feel embarrassed when it comes to talking about sex with your partner? Pushing them away whenever the topic arises? If so, it's time to explore your attachment style. In this episode, I'll cover the influence of attachment styles on your relationships, how they were formed in your childhood, and how this relates to adulthood. Understanding attachment styles and intimacy. Covered in this episode: • Attachment styles and how they af...
Sep 13, 2022•23 min
Ways to Stop Arguing and Resolve the Issue If you're in a relationship (or have been in one in the past), you know how difficult it is to work through conflict. Depending on your relationship's health, you either resolve the issue or get deeper into the conflict cycle. Your days of constantly arguing are over because, in this episode, I'll help you to stop arguing and start resolving your issues. Covered in this episode: • How I've changed how I deal with conflict • Why do we get stuck in argume...
Sep 02, 2022•15 min
Relationships are all about giving and taking. Feelings, communication, and actions need to come from both partners. No one in a relationship wants to feel neglected or cared for. However, couples sometimes face the problem of giving too little and taking too much. Partnerships without equality are problematic. That's why Dr. Kristie will talk about the real benefits of equality in relationships in this episode. After listening to this episode, you'll have the strategies to improve intimacy, foc...
Aug 30, 2022•14 min
In this episode, Dr. Kristie talks about past and current relationships as well as the importance of exploring our needs, wants, and desires. Also in this episode: Patterns of self-sabotage The fear of what others would think The advantages of being vulnerable as well as its challenges Trust Issues Taking a look inward and stop pointing the finger at others Get ready to stop making relationships harder than they have to be. Follow: -Instagram: @kristie_overstreet -Facebook: @DrKristieOverstreet ...
Aug 25, 2022•14 min
Feeling bored in your relationships is worse than having arguments. There are many reasons why couples get bored with each other. It could be a lack of effort. It could be routine. Whatever the reason is, you are not alone. Boredom is a common problem couples face, especially those in long-term relationships. But you don’t have to bored. Luckily, in this episode, Dr. Kristie talks about simple and practical steps that you can take to spice up a relationship that has gone stale. After this episod...
Aug 04, 2022•15 min
According to the National Association for Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, approximately 30 million Americans live with an eating disorder. If you or someone you know belong to this statistic, then this episode for you. Sarah Gottfried joins us to talk about her journey of overcoming an eating disorder. What started of as wanting the perfect physical image and innocent simple dieting, spiraled into a path of rigidity, confinement, and malnourishment. In this episode, she shares the ste...
Jul 20, 2022•25 min
Have you ever had someone hurt you so bad but felt like there’s nothing you can do about it? I want to let you know that you have the power to do something about it. How people treat you is 100% in your hands. That's the philosophy behind Fix Yourself First is to take this power, embrace it, and gain control over yourself. In this episode, I’m sharing with you how to change how people treat you, from why we struggle to do it to the five go-to tips to make the changes you deserve. Let’s identify ...
Jul 13, 2022•18 min
Where there are human beings, there are relationships. And where there are relationships, there is sex. For every human being, there is a different turn-on. Some people respond to the different parts of the body, but there are also many people who get turned on by erotica. Erotic literature and stories have given many people permission to explore their own feelings and sexual fantasies without shame. In this episode, we are joined by an erotica writer and podcaster under the pen name Ruan Willow...
Jul 06, 2022•26 min
Have you ever felt out of control or so anxious that you felt disconnected from your body? Maybe you felt so angry that all you could do was cry. So, how do you regulate your emotions? Emotions themselves are neither good nor bad, but our experiences with them can be difficult or painful. When we don't know how to deal with distress, we might turn to unhelpful patterns—avoiding or fixating on negative emotions—without realizing it. We have to develop healthy skills to build our sense of self-awa...
Jun 29, 2022•41 min
Have you ever wondered what your purpose in life was? Or, struggled to find what you're passionate about? You're not alone. Almost all of us have wondered about this at some point. But, the goal is to take action on our purpose. In today's episode, I'm chatting with Christie Rocha, mental health-obsessed podcast host, millennial mom of 2, and entrepreneur, about her journey of finding her passion. We discuss her journey and experience in: - Postpartum depression - Mental health - Power of self-g...
Jun 22, 2022•34 min
If you’ve ever been through a hard breakup or divorce from a toxic relationship then you know how difficult it is to imagine finding happiness again. Join me for a conversation with Lisa and Chris, co-founders of Been There Got Out, to discuss their journey of finding love and hope after high-conflict divorces. They started with a friendship that soon developed into a loving and romantic relationship and they are sharing their journey here. In today's episode, we're discussing: - Emotional detac...
Jun 15, 2022•44 min
Have you ever wished you were more confident in how you communicate? That when you talked, they listened to you and took you seriously. That you didn’t get questioned, dismissed, or skipped over when you speak up. Well then, you’re ready to speak up with confidence. In today’s episode, I’m explaining what is confident communication and how to build it. I'm covering: - What is confident communication - Symptoms of unhealthy communication - 5 things to do right now to be a better communicator in a...
Jun 02, 2022•13 min
When was the last time you were full of fear? Last week, I was full of fear and I’ve learned that my fear stems from anxiety and a harsh inner critic, including unrealistic expectations of myself. So, this episode is perfect timing because we’re talking about embracing our fear. I'm chatting with speaker, author, and leader, Alexa Glazer. She guides humans to radical resilience through self-acceptance, presence, and play. She uses her words, both written and spoken, to honestly and openly connec...
May 25, 2022•36 min
64% of Americans claim that they are very happy in their relationship with a partner or spouse and 50% claim that they are satisfied with their sex lives. How accurate do you think this number is? Can you relate? Are you happy in a relationship or satisfied with your sex life? Regardless if your single or in a relationship, in this episode, we’re covering the different types of intimacy and how to get your needs met. If you’ve ever felt like you and your partner, or past partner, were speaking t...
May 18, 2022•19 min
When did you learn what intimacy means? Have you ever thought of how your current definition of intimacy may be keeping you from getting your relationship needs met? In this episode, you'll learn: - Where does our current definition of intimacy come from - The reasons we need to redefine intimacy - How to redefine intimacy - How to talk about your relationship intimacy needs whether you're single or in a relationship Don't miss this episode if you want to create a healthier relationship....
May 12, 2022•15 min
How comfortable are you talking about urinary leakage, sexual pain, changes in libido, and how long sex lasts with a friend? How about your doctor? So many women are struggling with sexual health and genitourinary issues and not talking with anyone about it, much less getting help. From social stigma and the media’s portrayal of how women’s bodies should look, behave, and perform there is outward and inward pressure on how we’re supposed to show up in our daily lives and in our relationships. Ma...
May 05, 2022•29 min
What if your world turned upside down in the blink of an eye and everything changed? How would you feel? How would you deal with changes that affected every area of your life? Giving ourselves grace and compassion is tough, especially when life hands up one stressful event after another. In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Jayne Mattingly and we’re taking on grace, compassion, chronic illness, disability, and expectations of self, our bodies, and relationships. Jayne Mattingly is an eating dis...
Apr 27, 2022•28 min
We don’t enter into new relationships thinking, "WOW, it’s really going to suck when this ends." We start relationships hot and heavy, passionate, and swimming in NRE (a.k.a new relationship energy). We’re having all the feels and can’t keep our hands off one another. Oh the joys of a new relationship… until it ends. And if you’ve ever been broken up with; if you know that feeling of shock, sadness, devastation, numbness; can’t believe it’s happening... it’s so out there; that your relationship ...
Apr 20, 2022•36 min
If you’re constantly asking yourself ‘what if’ questions, if you get trapped in your thoughts, or rehash all of the ways you could have done something differently, it’s likely you’re an overthinker. Struggling with over obsessive thoughts and staying stuck in your head is extremely common. One study found that 73% of adults between the ages of 25-35 and 52% of adults aged 45-55 years old are overthinkers. But, just because it’s so common doesn’t mean it isn’t harmful. Many overthinkers think the...
Apr 13, 2022•16 min
66 days... that's the average time it takes to form a habit according to a study on change. That's one of the reasons it's hard for us to change our behavior and start a new habit. As humans, we want instant gratification, so much that we can have almost anything delivered to our door within a few hours. How's that for not having to delay gratification! It's no surprise that as fast as we want results, we're often left frustrated that change isn't happening immediately. Right behind our desire f...
Apr 06, 2022•28 min
If you've ever felt stuck, burned out, and craving more, get ready to use curiosity and gratitude to move you forward. In today's episode, we discuss how our journeys teach us who we are destined to be, how our relationship with ourselves and others changes over time, and how we can continue to get out of our own way. Dr. Jeremy Goldberg brings his knowledge and tips to help us get our needs met, personally and in our relationships. He is an author, writer, podcast host, and founder of Long Dist...
Mar 30, 2022•46 min
In a world full of choices, oftentimes we go for comfort food. The starchy, high-carb pleasures that meet an emotional need, but leave us feeling gross. Sure, the idea of eating healthy sounds great, but did you know the effect it can have on your sex life? In this episode, I'm chatting with Christine DeLozier about her book, Diet for Great Sex. You don't want to miss our discussion about: - Exploring our sexual potential - How our nutritional levels affect our desire - The connection between ou...
Mar 23, 2022•33 min
Have you identified a habit in your life that you struggle to change? Is there some behavior that you're doing that isn't serving you or helping you achieve your goals? In this week's episode, I'm chatting with Karolina Rzadkowolska, a certified alcohol-free life coach and author of the book, Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. We discuss her journey of self-discovery through awareness of how alcohol was getting in the way of her true potential. You'll learn: - Why al...
Mar 09, 2022•38 min
If you’re currently in a long-term relationship, have been in one in the past, or hoping to get into one in the future, get ready to keep the intimacy alive. In this special episode, I'm the one on the hot seat with Kim Jefferson from the Fit Girl Magic podcast, where she interviews me about all things sex, intimacy, and communication in long-term relationships. You're not going to want to miss this informative and action-packed episode.
Mar 02, 2022•54 min
If it's not you, then I know you’ve got a friend or family member who is struggling in their marriage. Unfortunately, I bet there is a high level of conflict that's happening. Since we’ve all had different experiences in our relationships as well as the families we grew up in, some of us are more likely to stay in unhealthy relationships than others. Depending on what or how much you’ll tolerate…you or someone you care about may find themselves facing a high-conflict divorce. But to stay healthy...
Feb 23, 2022•40 min
