488: Foundations Of A Healthy Relationship

  This episode introduces the foundations of a healthy relationship through four key pillars. Colter, Cayla, and Lauren use relatable examples, such as navigating differing preferences in dance lessons or understanding the dynamic between pursuers and withdrawers, to illustrate these concepts. They emphasize the importance of shared language, emotional safety, and empathy in building deeper connections. Rather than prescribing rigid rules, the episode advocates for learning and practicing relational skills through

2024-12-18T14:56:26-04:00December 18th, 2024|

487: Protective Moves

  In this episode we sit down with licensed therapists and our incoming Relationship Advice hosts Colter, Cayla, and Lauren to talk about the "protective moves," or behaviors people exhibit during conflict to shield themselves emotionally or regain a sense of control in relationships. These 3 are experienced therapists specializing in attachment, trauma, and anxiety, explore how these moves—like defensiveness, criticism, passive aggressiveness, avoidance, or over explaining—are common yet often disconnecting

2024-12-12T00:45:41-04:00December 12th, 2024|

423: Love, Relationships, Giving And Receiving

Love and relationships can often get mixed up in terms of the difference between the two and how we experience them. Understanding the deeper meaning of love and relationships for ourselves can help us navigate our lives and relate better. Listen to today's show for an interesting discussion around these topics and much more! In this episode with Sanya Bari we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The nature of relationships and

2023-09-20T04:05:45-04:00September 20th, 2023|

422: Heart, Emotion And The Body

Our emotions can affect us both consciously and unconsciously. Negative emotions can be stored in the body and even lead to illness and disease. Listen to today's episode for deep insights into how our emotions, conscious and unconscious mind and our heart all influence how we move through relationships and the world around us. In this episode with Dr. Brad Nelson we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How emotional baggage can lead

2023-09-13T11:26:37-04:00September 13th, 2023|

421: Cultivating Spirituality In Your Life

Do you have spiritual practices in your life and relationship? What does spirituality mean to you? Listen to today's show to better understand what it means to be on a spiritual path and learn how to walk that path to improve your life and relationship. In this episode with Dimitri Moraitis we discuss relationship advice topics that include: What is a spiritual awakening and how do they occur? Four actionable steps to

2023-09-06T13:52:17-04:00September 6th, 2023|

420: What Mentally Strong Couples DON’T Do

Models for how to behave and what not to do in a relationship can be a valuable tool for growth. Listen to today's show to understand what strong couples don't do in order to create a healthy, happy relationship. In this episode with Amy Morin we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The danger in assigning meaning to your partner's behavior and making assumptions Why you shouldn't keep secrets from your partner

2023-08-30T11:11:28-04:00August 30th, 2023|

419: Intergenerational Problems And Childhood Impacts In Adulthood

Much of how we show up in relationships is formed during our childhood. Understanding how our parents did, or did not, show us love can help us relate better as adults, be better partners and be better parents as well. Listen to today's show for actionable tips and insights to understand our childhoods and relate better as adults. In this episode with Dr. Julia DiGangi we discuss relationship advice topics that include:

2023-08-23T01:10:28-04:00August 23rd, 2023|

418: Navigating Codependency And Relationship Agreements

Do you have feelings of anxiousness around your partnership? Maybe you feel you need your partner to complete you and feel whole? You might be showing some signs of codependency, but that's Ok! Listen to today's show to learn more about codependency, creating relationship agreements and learning that it's not our jobs to fix our partner or be fixed ourselves. In this episode with Veronica Lynn Clark we discuss relationship advice topics

2023-08-16T02:18:44-04:00August 16th, 2023|

417: Coping With Anxiety And Cultivating A Richer Life

Anxiety may be baked into what it means to be human, but it doesn't have to rule our lives. Listen to today's show to learn about why anxiety may feel like it's taking over our lives and the tools to become less anxious while cultivating a more fulfilling life and relationship. In this episode with Dr. Kirk Schneider we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understanding the evolutionary origins of anxiety How

2023-08-14T19:52:36-04:00August 10th, 2023|

416: Navigating Relationship Conflict

Relationships will have conflict. Successful relationships are not necessarily built by preventing conflict, but instead by navigating it in a healthy and productive way. Listen to today's show for valuable tools and tips for navigating relationship conflict better. In this episode with Stephanie Wijkstrom we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Identifying similar conflict patterns and how to change these patterns What you can learn about conflict resolution from a hostage negotiator

2023-08-02T11:27:27-04:00August 2nd, 2023|
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