Loneliness is something that many people encounter, even if they are surrounded by friends, family and in a good relationship. Listen to today's show to learn how to cope with loneliness in yourself or in your partner. In this episode with Hannah Rose, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understand how loneliness can manifest in ourselves The importance of learning what might be blocking you from connecting with others Loneliness from a lack of authentic relationships How to get ...
Jul 12, 2021•43 min•Ep. 308
Relationships take work, and so do children! Parenting can put a lot of strain and stress on your relationship and it's important to understand the best ways to navigate being a great parent and keeping your relationship healthy. Listen to today's show to learn how to thrive in your relationship and as a parent. In this episode with Erwan and Alicia Davon, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The importance of recognizing how parenting can dominate your relationship How to ask que...
Jun 30, 2021•43 min•Ep. 307
We often think the experts have everything figured out in their relationships and marriages. The reality is they're just like most people! They share the same struggles, argue about who cleans the dishes and get on each other's nerves. Listen to today's show to learn from Dr. Heather Barto's experience in a sexless marriage. In this episode with Dr. Heather Bartos, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: What to do when your partner wants to stop having sex The importance of taking o...
Jun 25, 2021•34 min•Ep. 306
Unfortunately, divorce is a part of many peoples lives. Denying this fact will not serve us and can actually hurt relationships. Listen to today's show to better understand the different types of divorces, and how to navigate divorce in the best way possible. Whether you're going through a divorce, are the child of divorced parents, a friend to someone going through a divorce or are in a happy relationship, there's a lot of value in today's episode. In this episode with Bruce Fredenburg and Caro...
Jun 18, 2021•47 min•Ep. 305
Susan Piver is the author of the classic relationship book, The Hard Questions. On today's show we talk with Susan about how she came up with the questions in the book, which questions are her favorite, the value of asking questions to ourselves and our partners and much more! In this episode, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Why you should start with your deal breakers when asking hard questions to your partner Which specific questions you can ask your partner to get to know ...
Jun 09, 2021•35 min•Ep. 304
The more we understand our biology and psychology, the better we can show up in our relationships. Listen to today's show to better understand the reasons we have sex, and how to use this knowledge to improve our relationships. In this episode with Carolin Hauser, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Learn about our two ingrained programs for sex and how understanding each can lead to a better sex life Why the dopamine high after orgasm might not be the best thing for your sex lif...
Jun 02, 2021•42 min•Ep. 303
Being vulnerable in your relationship can bring more connection and intimacy. However, it's not great to simply always try to be vulnerable. Learn about all the positives and negatives of vulnerability in today's show! In this episode with Dr. Ray and Jean Kadkhodaian, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understanding the six stages of emotional vulnerability Why you should set certain times to discuss your vulnerabilities The importance of time for reflection during conflict to ...
May 31, 2021•40 min•Ep. 302
Overthinking, rumination and other negative thought patterns can drive us crazy in our personal lives and relationships. Listen to today's show to learn how to get out of your monkey mind and start living a happier, healthier life! In this episode with JF Benoist, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Releasing the judgement that emotions can equal weakness Understanding how we get triggered by our conditioning How our emotions are created Why underneath every emotion is a belief a...
May 23, 2021•47 min•Ep. 301
We all want to have more intimate and connected relationships. Listen to today's show to learn some great tools to improve intimacy in your relationship. In this episode with Mitchell Smolkin we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to deal with some of the first fights you have in your relationship The importance of understanding that it's normal to have conflict in your relationship How to communicate your fears with your partner and show vulnerability How to bring up and deal w...
May 14, 2021•41 min•Ep. 300
Your sex life can be an important part of a healthy and happy relationship. Listen to today's show to learn great tools to improve your sex life and your relationship. In this episode with Dr. Nazanin Moali, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Learn how emotional challenges outside of the bedroom can affect your sex life How to combat sexual boredom in long term relationships Asking your partner what turns them on How to communicate most effectively about sex in your relationship...
May 07, 2021•41 min
We can't talk about communication enough on this show. It's a core tenant of any relationship in our lives. Listen to today's show to get great tips for improving your communication skills from two legends in the field of relationships. In this episode with Dr. Harville Hendrix and Dr. Helen Hunt, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to start a conversation so it goes as smoothly as possible The importance of reflecting back to your partner when they are communicating with you...
Apr 28, 2021•57 min•Ep. 298
Finding love and a fulfilling relationship is much more of an art than a science. Listen to today's show to learn the art of love! In this episode with Dr. John Demartini, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The important differences between love fantasies and real love Being true to yourself to attract true love Why many people are frightened to be alone because they are not loving themselves Understanding what to look for in your 'soulmate' The importance of owning the traits w...
Apr 24, 2021•49 min•Ep. 297
Throughout our life, patterns emerge in how we relate to others. If we can understand these patterns, and ourselves, we can have better, more fulfilling relationships. Listen to today's show to learn about the different love archetypes, and how to apply this understanding to your personal life and relationships. In this episode with Coltrane Lord, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: A brief overview of different kinds of love archetypes How to communicate and express our most aut...
Apr 18, 2021•43 min•Ep. 296
There seems to be a preconceived inevitability of the sex dying out in long term relationships. Sometimes it's a bang, sometimes it goes out with a fizzle. But it doesn't have to be that way! Listen to today's show to learn how to keep the spark alive in long term relationships. In this episode with Irene Fehr, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understand why sex often dies out in relationships The three types of sex and why they're important to comprehend Why you want to work ...
Apr 09, 2021•50 min•Ep. 295
Understanding how our emotions are made up of energy can help us better navigate our life and relationships. Listen to today's show to gain a deeper understanding for how to cultivate better energy in our lives. In this episode with Dr. Melanie Dean, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understanding energy fields, how our emotions are made of energy and how much of what we communicate with energy is out of our awareness Can you be upset and still put out good energy? How to dig u...
Mar 31, 2021•49 min•Ep. 294
From prenups to how to navigate blended families, understanding the complete landscape of marriage can help you deal with it's challenges. Listen to today's show to learn valuable tools to use before, during and even after marriage! In this episode with Sabrina Shaheen Cronin, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Important questions to ask yourself before getting married Why it's critical to be happy and content with who you are before getting married How to communicate around tha...
Mar 27, 2021•50 min•Ep. 293
Everyone has a unique personality, and things tend to get complicated when we try to combine our unique personality with our partner's unique personality. The better we can understand personality types, the better we can relate with others. Listen to today's show to better understand the different personality types, and how they can interact. In this episode with Nate & Kaley Klemp, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How understanding personality types can help you extend em...
Mar 23, 2021•47 min•Ep. 292
What does passion look like in your relationship? Are you disappointed that the passion you once had seems to have faded away? Listen to today's show to learn what to expect passion to look like in your relationship, and how to cultivate it in a healthy way. In this episode with Dr. Cheryl Fraser, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Learn what healthy passion in a relationship looks like Different types of desire in relationships and between sexes How to cultivate passion and exc...
Mar 11, 2021•55 min•Ep. 291
The foundation to any good relationship starts from within. If we work on ourselves then we will be able to attract better partners, improve existing relationships and have a happier life. Listen to today's show to learn how to build a strong personal foundation that will help you improve all of the relationships in your life. In this episode with Dr. Mike Fraizer, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to understand spiritual strength and cultivate it in our lives The importanc...
Mar 09, 2021•55 min•Ep. 290
The early stages of relationships feel easy and great all of the time. Arguments rarely happen, and it's all rainbows and butterflies. However, these warm and fuzzy feelings won't last forever. In today's episode, you'll learn how to make your relationship last past the honeymoon stage. In this episode with Neil Wilkie, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understanding the 6 critical components of a relationship The importance of commitment in your relationship How to communicate...
Feb 24, 2021•41 min•Ep. 289
Finding love is hard in the best of times. Throw in a pandemic, hookup culture and societal pressures, and finding a great partner can feel like an overwhelming task. Listen to today's show to learn how to approach this new way of dating in the best way possible. In this episode with Damona Hoffman, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Why you should develop a Covid dating strategy How to create a profile that will lead to good potential partners Tools to help navigate first date ...
Feb 19, 2021•48 min•Ep. 288
The single life can be just as rewarding as being in a relationship. However, sometimes it can feel like all you want to do is to be in a happy relationship! Listen to today's show to learn how to happily navigate life as a single person. In this episode with Dr. Megan Stubbs, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Learn how to be okay with being single How to avoid the hookup culture and connect with others online Understand the benefits of being single The importance of understand...
Feb 10, 2021•44 min•Ep. 287
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Feb 07, 2021•10 min
The more we understand our feelings and where they are coming from, the more we can improve ourselves personally and in a relationship. Listen to today's show and learn the tools to do this important practice. In this episode with Bill OHerron, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understanding how you feel and healing negative feelings Tools to help you relax when you are experiencing negative emotions How to relate and express vulnerability with your partner Learning to accept o...
Feb 05, 2021•46 min•Ep. 286
Expressing gratitude can act as 'medicine' to improve your life and your relationships. Listen to this show to learn how to implement a gratitude practice into your life to start reaping the benefits today! In this episode with Najma Khorrami, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Learn exactly what gratitude is and why it's important How to show gratitude towards your partner with specific actions and ideas Expressing gratitude when you're in a rough patch How gratitude is a gatew...
Jan 29, 2021•42 min•Ep. 285
If you've made it to this podcast description, you're obviously trying to improve your relationship. Tools to improve your relationship are great, but they mean nothing without action. Listen to today's show to learn how to concretely improve your relationship by actually implementing and using the tools you learn on our podcast and elsewhere. In this episode with Dr. Joli Hamilton, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understanding the difference between wanting things to be diff...
Jan 22, 2021•51 min•Ep. 284
Relationships come in many shapes and forms. One-sided relationships can often emerge and rear their ugly heads during our lives. Listen to today's show to identify if you're in a one-sided relationship, and learn the steps to navigate out of it with your partnership intact. In this episode with April Eldemire, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Learn how to identify if you're in a one-sided relationship How to do a relationship inventory with your partner to help balance out yo...
Jan 15, 2021•37 min•Ep. 283
Hypnosis may conjure up ideas of a swinging clock and a con man trying to trick you into giving him your watch. However, hypnosis as a tool for real change in our lives has decades of science-backed research and effectiveness. In fact, it can even be used to improve your relationship. Listen to today's show to learn how hypnosis and its techniques can improve your relationship. In this episode with Doug Sands, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Learn the benefits of hypnosis and...
Dec 31, 2020•44 min•Ep. 282
Divorced parents face many challenges when it comes to raising their kids as co-parents. Listen to today's show to learn how to cooperate with your ex to help raise your kids the best way possible —all while maintaining your sanity and civility with your former partner. In this episode with Kristen Scarlett, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The importance of always putting your children first and providing consistency in both households Understanding that new partners do not r...
Dec 26, 2020•43 min•Ep. 281
Conflict and friction are inevitable aspects of any human relationship. Understanding how to deal with conflict and even use it to your advantage can help you navigate your relationship better. Listen to today's episode to learn how. In this episode with Bill O'Herron, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The importance of understanding where the most friction in your relationship is coming from How friction can be a catalyst for growth The importance of creating healing for ourse...
Dec 18, 2020•47 min•Ep. 280
