Parenting is tough. It can be an easy thing to get caught up in focusing on your child’s well-being and behavior—and lose sight of your own. But it’s important to maintain your self-awareness as you parent, and I discuss the reasons with author and Zen Parenting Radio expert Cathy Cassani Adams in this week’s episode. Cathy’s expertise is beyond valuable for any parent, so check out the episode for the unpacking session. Useful Links: /https://relationshipschool.com/getcoachingnow https://www.ge...
Mar 03, 2022•52 min
Can you believe we’re nearing two years into the pandemic? It’s crazy how much we’ve been through and also how much we humans have still been able to accomplish. But the stress is definitely taking its toll on all of us, and I think it’s important to remember that we’re all relational beings in this scenario together. It can be too easy to substitute a screen for a person or to avoid fostering a connection for one reason or another when we do have human interaction. So what’s the best way to kee...
Feb 23, 2022•34 min
If you’re a parent, it can be difficult to navigate the parent/child relationship and build something strong that lasts well into adulthood. Who better to share their insights than a parent-and-adult-child combo? For this week’s podcast episode, I am joined by Dr. Rick Hanson and his son, Forrest Hanson, for an intimate discussion on cultivating that healthy parent/child relationship that lasts. Check out the episode for a great learning experience. Useful Links: www.rickhanson.net forresthanson...
Feb 17, 2022•1 hr 4 min
It’s true that opposites attract, and that even applies to your attachment style. But still, it can be difficult to navigate a relationship when you want to talk and your partner wants space. Does that mean you’re with the wrong person and you should just end the relationship? Ellen and I answer this listener question in this week’s podcast, and we give you and your partner a path to aim for in your relationship. Check it out for some insights and a little peace of mind. Useful Links: https://re...
Feb 09, 2022•16 min
Sex can be tough to discuss and even tougher to experience at times. But avoiding or pretending within our relationships gets us nowhere. It’s important to find a safe and balanced place & time to discuss things in your partnership because that’s how you experience sexual growth as a couple. Finding that balance is crucial to learning how to experience your best pleasure—and allowing that for your partner as well. This week’s podcast guests, Amy Baldwin and April Lampert, join me to discuss ...
Feb 03, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Knowing your attachment style (and your partner’s) can better help you navigate conflict and repair, but how? This basic human need is ingrained in all of us, yet it’s often overlooked or misunderstood. Check out this week’s episode as Ellen and I talk more about how attachment styles factor into relationships and reasons it’s crucial to understand them. Useful Links: https://my.community.com/jaysongaddis https://relationshipschool.com/mrc/ Text: 7207044852...
Jan 27, 2022•11 min
You know your “gut feelings” are there for a reason, but sometimes it’s hard to figure out what all they’re trying to tell you. But not listening to your gut actually goes way deeper…it affects your soul and causes you to separate from your true self. This week, I talk with author, speaker, and coach Martha Beck, whose lifetime of experience gives her a balanced perspective in many areas. Listen to the full episode to learn insights on how to live as your true self and to hear Martha’s amazing j...
Jan 19, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Does your partner get defensive, angry, or triggered when you talk about tough feelings in your relationship? That can be a difficult situation to navigate. We will all be triggered by something in our lives (it’s unavoidable), but there are ways to make it a bit easier for both sides in the relationship. For this week’s podcast episode, Ellen and I address this listener question and offer our thoughts. Give it a listen if you can relate. Useful Links: https://relationshipschool.com/mrc/ https:/...
Jan 12, 2022•19 min
The pandemic has affected every area of our lives—even relationships and dating. But what does the dating scene look and feel like these days…and what’s the best way to navigate it? I’m joined this week by the knowledgeable Shaun Galanos, coach, speaker, and love guru, who talks with me about pandemic dating and what’s different/what’s not. He has some really valuable insights to share, so check out the episode to learn more. Useful Links: https://www.shaungalanos.com/ https://www.instagram.com/...
Jan 05, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Setting goals in your relationship may or may not be something you’re intentional about. But if you’re making a list of resolutions for the new year, it’s a great time to add relationship goals to that list. Wondering where to start and how to go about it? Check out this week’s podcast episode, where I go over all this plus some vital basics to get you thinking. Useful Links: http://relationshipschool.com/mrc/ https://relationshipschool.com/relationshipmastery https://www.gettingtozerobook.com/...
Dec 30, 2021•20 min
It’s normal in relationships to be growing at a different rate than your partner. But as one listener asks, how can you deal with the difference…and how long should you wait to be on the same page? This is a great question, and Ellen and I share our thoughts on it in this week’s episode. Listen for both of our perspectives—and let us know your thoughts as well! We love to hear your feedback. Useful Links: relationshipschool.com/mrc https://my.community.com/jaysongaddis https://www.gettingtozerob...
Dec 23, 2021•17 min
We all can’t deny the world is in a precarious place these days for many reasons. So what are some things we can do to improve the state we’re in? I talk in this week’s podcast episode with author and speaker Danielle LaPorte, whose calm demeanor and beneficial guidance on subjects like parenting, relationships, love, and simplifying will make you think about what you can do to change your world. Take a listen to the episode and see what you think. Useful Links: https://relationshipschool.com/ge...
Dec 15, 2021•52 min
Are you and your partner really compatible? How can you know for sure? Well, there’s another way to look at it—a better question to ask yourself. It’s important, and it can be the determining factor in the success or failure of your relationship. So what’s that question? Ellen and I talk about it in this week’s episode... check it out for yourself! Useful Links: http://relationshipschool.com/mrc/ http://relationshipschool.com/group/ https://www.gettingtozerobook.com/...
Dec 09, 2021•17 min
Could a yoga practice benefit your closest relationships? In this week’s episode, Ellen and I do a joint interview with Lara Heimann, physical therapist and creator of the unique LYT Yoga® method. Listen to the episode to hear Lara’s take on where yoga fits into your personal growth, mental and spiritual health, and your relationships. Useful Links: http://relationshipschool.com/mrc/ http://relationshipschool.com/lytyoga http://relationshipschool.com/group/ https://www.gettingtozerobook.com/...
Dec 01, 2021•1 hr 20 min
Society teaches us that certain traits should go with certain genders, and we have traditionally been programmed to accept those—but in reality, they aren’t always accurate. Not to mention one person’s idea of a trait that’s traditionally masculine or feminine won’t be the same as another’s. So how do we reframe the way we think about masculine/feminine traits and roles in relationships, regardless of gender identity or relationship preference? Check out this week’s episode to find out what Elle...
Nov 25, 2021•31 min
You gotta admire those older couples who have been married for a billion years and still seem blissfully happy. It seems pretty amazing and inspiring. But if you ask them, they’ll surely tell you they’ve had their issues—maybe even some significant ones. In this week’s episode, I talk to Harville and Helen, who have been married for quite a while, but they almost got divorced. They’ve been teaching couples how to do relationships for many years—and learning a ton as they go. Listen to the episod...
Nov 17, 2021•1 hr 18 min
It can be easy to talk about commitment in a partnership and going “all in.” But what does that look like in the day-to-day? It’s important to know when you’re in a relationship that you and your partner are both 100% committed, and in order to know that, you have to take a look at what that means. In this week’s podcast, Ellen and I give our perspectives on the subject and our answers to this great question from a Relationship School student. Check out the episode! Useful Links: https://relatio...
Nov 10, 2021•19 min
Can you be your authentic self in a relationship and allow your partner to do the same—while accepting the differences? This concept is called differentiation, and it’s very important in relationships because it affects a lot of relational elements. For this week’s podcast, I welcome back Ellyn Bader, Ph.D. to discuss these concepts and share her wisdom gathered over years of working with couples. Listen to the episode... I think it’ll resonate with you. Useful Links: https://www.relationshipsch...
Nov 03, 2021•53 min
Conflict is almost always a growth opportunity, and you’re going to experience it in every relationship. But is it possible to have too much conflict in your relationship? If so, how do you know you’ve reached that point—and what can you do about it? Check out this week’s episode, where Ellen and I give our perspectives on the subject. Useful Links: https://www.relationshipschool.com/training http://relationshipschool.com/mrc https://www.gettingtozerobook.com/...
Oct 27, 2021•14 min
How does your career tie into your core values, happiness, and life path? Is it “just a job,” or should it be something you find truly fulfilling—and how can you determine exactly what you’ll find fulfilling? In this week’s episode, I talk with career coach, speaker, and author Ashley Stahl—whose experience working in national security led her on a journey toward discovering her own career purpose: helping others discover theirs. You’ll want to take notes for this insight-filled episode! Useful ...
Oct 20, 2021•46 min
How can you know whether to continue or end a relationship? It’s a big and difficult decision, one that many couples experience. For Anya and Bodhi, their love keeps them together, but they also aren’t moving forward. Check out this week’s episode for my coaching session with this couple and learn my advice for them. Useful Links: http://rs.com/training https://www.gettingtozerobook.com/ https://relationshipschool.com/lytyoga http://relationshipschool.com/mrc...
Oct 13, 2021•46 min
Last week we covered how to get back to a good place. This week we continue with part 2. As humans, we can’t avoid conflict. We all say and do things we regret later on...and it’s super easy to start blaming the other person when you’re upset. But there’s one thing you can do—and it’s detailed in my book, Getting to Zero—to start the repair process. I talk about it in this week’s episode, and even more in the book, so you’ll want to take a listen to the podcast for some tidbits and then order th...
Oct 06, 2021•12 min
Do you find it tough getting back to a good place after conflict in a relationship—the place where you feel connected and content? It’s easy to get stuck in a cycle of conflict, but the good news is that you can master resolution skills in your important relationship(s). You can learn to get back to that healthy place. It’s something we all have to work on—in fact, when I wrote my book, Getting to Zero: How to Work Through Conflict in Your High-Stakes Relationships , I wrote it for myself. But n...
Sep 28, 2021•12 min
Since it’s a huge part of relationships, I talk quite a bit about conflict and how to work through it. In fact, my new book, Getting to Zero: How to Work Through Conflict in Your High-Stakes Relationships, will be releasing in a few short days! So in this week’s podcast episode, Ellen and I talk more about the book and how it came about, plus some of our own conflict challenges and how we’ve dealt with them. Check out the episode below—and don’t forget you can pre-order the book now so you get i...
Sep 22, 2021•26 min
What do you think of when you hear someone mention self-soothing? Maybe some coping behaviors you learned as a child or have seen children exhibit?Sometimes those behaviors can carry over into our adult lives (glass of wine after a rough day...or zoning out in front of the TV/game system, perhaps). But how do those self-soothing behaviors fit into adult relationships—or should they at all? This week, Ellen and I answer a listener question on this subject. Check out the podcast episode here. Usef...
Sep 14, 2021•22 min
What’s your mindset when it comes to taking care of your body? If you get injured, do you just let a professional (physical therapist, chiropractor, surgeon, etc.) try to fix the problem? Or do you take a proactive approach where you apply effort to your body in order to avoid repeating the injury or getting a new one? Your mindset can mean the difference between growth and keeping yourself in constant pain. Guess what—the same thing applies to relationships. Check out this week’s podcast, where...
Sep 08, 2021•26 min
Fathers in today’s culture are often expected to do more and be more than in the past—and it can be a challenge. At the same time, fatherhood can be an integral part of your spiritual growth and vice versa. It might feel like each segment of your life is in its own little box, but the reality is that they all affect each other even if we don’t realize it. Join me for this week’s episode as fatherhood coach Dan Doty and I discuss fatherhood, spirituality, and bonding with your kids. Useful Links:...
Sep 01, 2021•55 min
What’s the difference between coaching and therapy—and how can you tell which one you might need? Actually, both serve a specific purpose and can work together depending on your needs. Check out this week’s podcast episode, where I break down the differences and the reasons you would seek out coaching versus therapy. Useful Links: http://relationshipschool.com/mrc https://www.gettingtozerobook.com/ http://relationshipschool.com/group...
Aug 25, 2021•22 min
Maybe you feel like you might be codependent (or at least have the tendencies)...which might mean you’re codependent-ish. Did you know that’s a thing? If you’d like to learn more about what it looks like, check out this week’s podcast episode. I talk about just what it means to be codependent-ish and help you discover whether you might be. Tune in to the full episode below for more. Useful Links: relationshipschool.com/codependent-ish https://www.facebook.com/groups/codependentish/ http://relati...
Aug 18, 2021•16 min
When you’re in a relationship, it’s important to choose your partner— daily. As men, we often have been programmed to deal with things a certain way (or not deal with them at all), and we most likely expect our partners to do the same. But in order to have a successful relationship, it’s crucial to choose your partner over what you may want in the moment—whether that would be running away or shutting down or escaping. Check out this week’s podcast episode with Bryan Reeves, self-proclaimed relat...
Aug 12, 2021•50 min
