Happy Now: Autism, Marriage, and The Journal of Best Practices

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When Kristen Finch diagnosed her husband Dave with Asperger syndrome, an autism spectrum condition, everything in their marriage changed - for the better. Based on Dave's New York Times bestselling memoir, "The Journal of Best Practices," HAPPY NOW is a podcast filled with insights and wisdom for anyone in a neurodiverse relationship. (And, really, aren't we all?)

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    • Dec 29, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 56m AVG DURATION
    • 8 EPISODES


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    Laundry… / Chapter 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2023 46:03


    Kristen and Dave talk about correcting their long-time imbalance in household responsibilities. Kristen points out that Dave tends to complicate even the simplest of chores. For more, send your questions to questions@happynowpodcast.com or tap the links below.   Tap here to join Opposite AF, the online short course for neurodiverse couples. Get Dave's bestselling book, The Journal of Best Practices, so you can follow along. Listen to Calm AF, Kristen's weekly coaching podcast. Listen to Dave: The Relationships Podcast Hosted by an Idiot.

    Just Listen / Chapter 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2023 62:42


    Kristen and Dave talk about the Best Practice of listening  – specifically, listening to understand – and how this works hand-in-hand with empathy. For more, send your questions to questions@happynowpodcast.com or tap the links below.   Tap here to join Opposite AF, the online short course for neurodiverse couples. Get Dave's bestselling book, The Journal of Best Practices, so you can follow along. Listen to Calm AF, Kristen's weekly coaching podcast. Listen to Dave: The Relationships Podcast Hosted by an Idiot.

    Get Inside Her Girl World / Chapter 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2023 65:55


    Dave proposes changing this week's Best Practice to “Respect her girl world and get inside by invitation only.” For more, send your questions to questions@happynowpodcast.com or tap the links below.   Tap here to join Opposite AF, the online short course for neurodiverse couples. Get Dave's bestselling book, The Journal of Best Practices, so you can follow along. Listen to Calm AF, Kristen's weekly coaching podcast. Listen to Dave: The Relationships Podcast Hosted by an Idiot.

    Use Your Words / Chapter 2, Part Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 51:27


    Kristen and Dave talk about Dave's “life-changing” communication strategy -- emulating Howard Stern, David Letterman, Regis Philbin, and others -- and whether it was actually a good thing. For more, send your questions to questions@happynowpodcast.com or tap the links below.   Tap here to join Opposite AF, the online short course for neurodiverse couples. Get Dave's bestselling book, The Journal of Best Practices, so you can follow along. Listen to Calm AF, Kristen's weekly coaching podcast. Listen to Dave: The Relationships Podcast Hosted by an Idiot. Listen to Uniquely Human: The Podcast with Dr. Barry Prizant and Dave.

    Use Your Words / Chapter 2, Part One

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2023 68:04


    Kristen and Dave get into an argument when Dave uses his words. To go deeper, send your questions to questions@happynowpodcast.com or tap the links below.   Tap here to join Opposite AF, the online short course for neurodiverse couples.   Get Dave's bestselling book, The Journal of Best Practices, so you can follow along.

    Be Her Friend, First and Always / Chapter 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2023 73:17


    Kristen and Dave share how they started as friends, became a couple, and ultimately returned to friendship in their marriage. Dave says "marital setting" weird. To go deeper, send your questions to questions@happynowpodcast.com or tap the links below.   Tap here to join Opposite AF, the online short course for neurodiverse couples. Get Dave's bestselling book, The Journal of Best Practices, so you can follow along.

    Be a Worthy Partner / Introduction

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2023 75:51


    Kristen and Dave share the evening of his Asperger's revelation and talk about preventing meltdowns or “man-tantrums." To go deeper, follow the links below or email us at questions@happynowpodcast.com!   Tap here to join Opposite AF, the online short course for neurodiverse couples.   Get Dave's bestselling book, The Journal of Best Practices, so you can follow along.

    Meet Dave and Kristen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 8:16


    Welcome to HAPPY NOW: Autism, Marriage, and The Journal of Best Practices! When Kristen Finch diagnosed her husband Dave with Asperger syndrome, an autism spectrum condition, everything in their marriage changed - for the better. Based on Dave's New York Times bestselling memoir, "The Journal of Best Practices," HAPPY NOW is a podcast filled with insights and wisdom for anyone in a neurodiverse relationship. (And, really, aren't we all?) To learn more about Kristen, visit https://kristenfinch.com To check out Dave's book, visit https://davidjfinch.com  

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