Speaking of Partnership: Personal Stories of the Power and Payoffs of Partnership

Do you follow your “Yes?”Following your “Yes” is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Pablo RosarioNot Following – Pablo relates back to a four and a half year relationship he had in his early 20’s. He says that it should have been much shorter than that. As it progressed, things were going downhill. It was getting to the point where his partner was being a bad teammate. He kept debating on whether to leave or not.  Find out what happened next by listening to the show. Following – This situation ended up being one of the turning points in Pablo’s life. He left all of his relationships and ended up moving to the other side of the country. He got a job offer in California. He is from New Jersey and knew nobody in California. He decided right away that he was going to move.  Find out what happened next by listening to the show. Listen to Pablo’s full interview here Connect with Pablo – His Website Instagram    Reba Riley Not Following – This is when Reba decided to go into business with her best friend. Her “yes” was that she needed to tell her friend the truth, but she didn’t do that. Because of this, they ended up losing their friendship for a year. Find out more by listening to the episode. Following – With Reba’s book, “Post-Traumatic Church Syndrome”, she was originally with another publisher. She ended up getting an opportunity to meet with another agent. Meeting with this agent was going to take travel and time, but she had a strong sense that she needed to do this. She ended up meeting with the agent and it ended up being one of the best decisions she’s ever made. Find out what happened next by listening to the interview. Listen to Reba’s full interview here Connect with Reba – Her Website Instagram Facebook Twitter  

Reba Riley is the author of the Simon & Schuster bestselling memoir “Post-Traumatic Church Syndrome: one woman’s desperate, funny, and healing journey through 30 religions before her 30th birthday”  She has overcome chronic illness, depression, and spiritual injury & now travels nationally speaking on the topics of healing, courage, and radical kindness. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra Brave is a verb. Kindness cures. Love is bigger than everything. When You “Tripped Up” in a Partnership One of Reba’s biggest “trip ups” came with her best friend. They had decided that they were going to start a business together and it didn’t go well. This was about ten years ago and they had a great idea. What they discovered in the process is that they’re fantastic friends but horrible in working together. What tripped her up was that she felt like she couldn’t be honest at times with her friend. Find out what happened next by listening to the show. Your Proudest Moment in Partnership One of Reba’s proudest moments in partnership came with her editor for her book, ‘Post Traumatic Church Syndrome’. What her editor did was take her raw talent and experience, and taught her how to craft it into a story. In a period of over 18 months, her editor did everything in her power to help her along the way. Nearing the end, Reba asked her for her honest opinion on what she thought of the book and everything, and she replied with “I’m so happy and proud to have my name involved with this book.” Find out what happened next by listening to the show. The Best Partnership Advice You’ve Ever Received Love is bigger than everything. And a funny marriage one – Separate bank accounts, separate bathrooms.  A Book or Resource That You Recommend Post Traumatic Church Syndrome – Reba Riley The 5 Love Languages – Dr. Gary Chapman Interview Links – Her Website Instagram Facebook Twitter

Pablo Rosario is a men’s relationship coach and speaker with over 6 years of experience helping executives, business owners, and CEO’s find more fulfilling relationships. With a background in psychology, and neuro-linguistic programming, he specializes in the topics of relationships, communication, overcoming inner conflict, passion and confidence, and has helped hundreds of men find happiness and fulfillment in their relationships and life. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra It’s you and me versus everyone else. I envision my partner and I being a team. When You “Tripped Up” in a Partnership Pablo reminders a time when he was younger, around 22 years old, and he was in a relationship. He was in the process of trying out something new where he would speak his mind, would be more honest, and wouldn’t hold back. He told the woman he was dating that he thought she was wearing too much makeup. This didn’t go so well. Find out what happened next by listening to the show. What is the Biggest Thing That Men “Trip Up” on with Women? Pablo explains that the biggest thing men “trip up” on with women is vulnerability. Pablo struggled with this in the past as well. For a lot of men, it makes them really uncomfortable. Men have this idea that they’re not allowed to show it. Find out more about this topic by listening to the show. The Best Partnership Advice You’ve Ever Received Your partner is not a mind reader.  A Book or Resource That You Recommend Getting the Love You Want – Harville Hendrix The Truth – Neil Strauss  Interview Links – His Website Instagram  His email

Do you follow your “Yes?”Following your “Yes” is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Greg Lee & Antonia Van BeckerNot Following – From a young age Greg was able to help people relieve themselves from pain; he always knew what to do. So, he studied massage therapy and he also had a huge passion for music. He felt like he was really having trouble making money with it. Throughout the next 9 years, Greg tried different positions but was never truly in love with any of the positions, and he knew that.  It started to take a toll on him, getting aches and pains, and then ended up getting quite sick. Around the same time he was fired from his position. Although all of it was a shock, it was a wake up call for him to follow his passions. From there, things started to fall into place. Find out what happened next by listening to the show. Following – Back at the end of Antonia’s corporate job in the 90’s, she had a vision in a healing session she had with a healing mentor. She could not get the vision out of her mind so Antonia started writing.  She kept writing and writing, and she pinned pointed the vision was taking place in Ireland. So, she decided to go to Ireland. She wanted to figure out where this book was set. Find out what happened next by listening to the show. Listen to Greg and Antonia’s full interview here Connect with them – Their Website  3 Powerful Ways To Tap Into Your Body’s Wisdom FB Group – Vibrant Healing Wisdom Niajae Wallace Not Following – One of the biggest things Niajae would recommend is really checking in with yourself. What do you want? What are your desires? And hold onto your identity. Try to quiet the noise. With social media we’re constantly comparing ourselves. We’re constantly looking for someone else to answer your own questions.  Niajae started meditating to balance out her life. Before she started doing this she felt like her life was chaotic.  Find out more by listening to the episode. Following – Niajae relates back to when she decided to sell her brick and mortar business. She wasn’t able to do all of the things she truly desired with this business so she followed that intuition to sell it.  When this happened she was able to follow her desires. Listen to Niajae’s full interview here Connect with Niajae – Her Website  Facebook  Instagram  

Niajae is a coach and motivational speaker that believes you can have it all. She coaches entrepreneurs to help them step into their power and inspires through her mindset and self-development podcast named Abundance Hack. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra You can’t pour from an empty cup. You have to take care of you first. When You “Tripped Up” in a Partnership Niajae has been single for a good part of her adult life. Niajae does a lot of research and realized that she was neglecting unconditional love and acceptance because of her upbringing. Her biggest “trip up” is getting into relationships before she has dealt with her own personal traumas, many of them relating to her childhood. Find out what happened next by listening to the show. Your Proudest Moment in Partnership During the time when Niajae was selling her business, there was a moment nearing the end where she started to cry. At that same moment, her teammates were also crying and they had this huge group hug together that was very touching. Although they were all crying, it was a very proud moment knowing that they’ve made a very positive impact.  The Best Partnership Advice You’ve Ever Received Knowing your partner’s love language and being able it speak it fluently.  A Book or Resource That You Recommend (https://www.amazon.com/Attached-Science-Adult-Attachment-YouFind/dp/1585429139/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=attached&qid=1563406145&s=gateway&sr=8-1) Attached – Amir Levine (https://www.amazon.com/Attached-Science-Adult-Attachment-YouFind/dp/1585429139/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=attached&qid=1563406145&s=gateway&sr=8-1) Interview Links – Her Website (https://www.niajae.com)   Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/NiajaeWallace)   Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/niajae) (http://speakingofpartnership.com/250-niajae-wallace/)

Antonia Van Becker and Greg Lee are the founders of Self Health Institute, Inc. and their mission is to empower clients by giving them the tools to heal the energetic blocks that are holding them back. They love helping clients get past overwhelm, self-doubt, and chronic health issues so they can be a powerful presence and have the success they’ve dreamed of. Together since 1979, their 40-year relationship imbues their healing practice with self-love, body/mind consciousness, and emotional/energetic balance and awareness. They live their dreams in the wilds of West Marin, California. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra Greg – “I don’t have to do it all. It doesn’t all have to be perfect. And I think other people know how to do stuff too.” When he’s off in the weeds is when he’s looking at what other people are doing and not what he’s doing. When You “Tripped Up” in a Partnership Antonia & Greg have been together for 40 years, so in that time they’ve had many trip ups in their partnership. One of those more difficult moments came when their kids were teenagers. When you’re together you have so many partnerships. One of those major partnerships is how to parent together.  Greg and Antonia described themselves as “night and day” when it comes to how they think. With that, they both had very different parenting styles. This was a huge challenge for them at points. Find out more by listening to the show. Your Proudest Moment in Partnership One of their proudest moments came with their daughter. You know your kids pretty well but not everything. This was a time of total compassion and their daughter in a time of finding herself.  Near the end of high school she went to them and expressed that she thought she was gay. They told her that they had an idea that it may have been the case. Their daughter jokingly said “why didn’t you tell me?”.  It was such a proud moment of acceptance, trust, and love.  The Best Partnership Advice You’ve Ever Received Greg – “Don’t go to bed with a sour taste of yourself or your partner.” Antonia – “Be here now.” Interview Links – Their Website  3 Powerful Ways To Tap Into Your Body’s Wisdom FB Group – Vibrant Healing Wisdom

Do you follow your “Yes?”Following your “Yes” is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Anna KowalskaNot Following – On a second date with a gentleman, Anna’s “Yes” showed up as a very strong NO. Instead of following this guidance she made every excuse to justify the relationship with this person and completely ignored the NO she felt in her body. The relationship went on for a year and it spun her into a direction that was very self-sabotaging. Eventually he broke up with her in a very unpleasant way. Not following her “Yes” cost her a year of her life, an unpleasant break up and not taking a different path that was more of a “Yes” for her. Following – A couple of years ago Anna got very strong guidance to move to Colorado. At the time she lived in New York and had only been to Colorado a couple of times, but this guidance was undeniable. Within six weeks she resolved her live in New York, packed her clothes and her dog in her car and moved to Colorado to an apartment she rented site unseen to start a new life. Not once has she questioned her decision to follow her “Yes.” Listen to Anna’s full interview here Connect with Anna – Anna’s website Special Offer on a Scientific Hand Analysis Facebook Instagram Marie-Elizabeth Mali Not Following – Marie-Elizabeth’s example of when she didn’t follow her “yes” was in her marriage. Her body was starting to get sick. Numerous problems started popping up so she started working out in every which way. But, it was a way to avoid feeling.  All the drivenness was to ignore what was happening. Her body was trying to give her signs. Find out what happened next by listening to the show. Following – In 2015, Marie-Elizabeth went to a meditation retreat. In the retreat they were being asked what they wanted. She was starting to get guidance on where she wanted to be. The silence and being still was so clear that she couldn’t ignore it. Within 6 weeks she had sold her place and made the move. She moved to LA, where she wanted to be, and with a community she wanted to be part of. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the episode. Listen to Marie-Elizabeth’s full interview here Connect with Marie-Elizabeth – Website Free gift – 4 Key Things To Do in a Midlife Crisis Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest YouTube  

Marie-Elizabeth Mali is a Midlife Transformation Specialist who shows people how to let the love and pleasure they cultivate in their relationships, expand their professional success. She is also a published poet and an underwater photographer who has a thing for sharks. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra Is what I’m doing serving the union? When You “Tripped Up” in a Partnership Last Friday, she was in Los Angeles with her partner and it was their last day there. They had made plans to meet up at the Air BnB at 4pm. They went their separate ways and she was there at 4pm. 4:30 came around and she was still waiting so she sent him a text.  Find out what happened next by listening to the show. The Best Partnership Advice You’ve Ever Received Stay open and curious. Your partner is not you. Interview Links – Website Free gift – 4 Key Things To Do in a Midlife Crisis Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest YouTube

Anna Kowalska is an Artist and Scientific Hand Analyst. She has transformed her life to create freedom for what she truly desires and works with her clients to help them do the same. Anna uses Scientific Hand Analysis to identify an individual’s Soul Agreement/Purpose and unique and personal road map to living it. She creates individual and group experiences that combine intuition, creative expression and powerful guidance to facilitate creative and spiritual opening. She is the Creator of the “Dance & Paint”, “Heal Your Heart” and “Free Your Wings” experiences. How did you get started doing this work? Five years ago Anna was looking for an expression of her and her work in the world that would fully satisfy her. Something that she would never doubt again, because at the time she was doubting everything. What she learned from the scientific hand analysis she received has set her free to follow her purpose without doubting it. Scientific Hand Analysis vs. Palm Reading Scientific Hand Analysis shows you how your brain is wired. The lines in your hands are correlated to the neural pathways in your brain. Go here to watch the reading: What does your Heart Line show you? The Heart Line reflects how you express love and how you receive love. Plus any heart lessons you are experiencing. My dominant hand reflects how I am in the outer world and my other hand reflects how I am in my inner world and my inner circle or closest loved ones. The main lines that are in your hand are: Heart line – how you express and how you love. Head line – your style of thinking and how you process information. Life line – your energy level. Your lifestyle. Fate line – your career path and follow through. Also your fingerprints indicate your purpose, your lesson and your life school. This is your North Star in your life. Interview Links – Anna’s website Special Offer on a Scientific Hand Analysis Facebook Instagram Note: Click HERE now to check out Anna’s Sacred Success Salon event where 20 experts give you the inside scoop on how to own your true power, live your unique purpose and claim your prosperity.

Do you follow your “Yes?”Following your “Yes” is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Emilia NagyNot Following – It isn’t the big things that Emilia has had hard times following, but rather the small things in her daily life. In the moment it doesn’t always have the biggest impact, but overtime it really does. Some of those “micro yeses” are taking a walk when her body is telling her to or going outside and being in the sun. She often says “no” when she really should be saying “yes”. Following – There was a time when Emilia signed up to host an exchange student. They ended up receiving a request from a girl who lived in Italy. There was a lot going on at the time when they received this request. Her initial thought was that she wasn’t good enough to host this beautiful girl and her family. In her heart she wanted to say “yes” but she had all these things going on. Find out what happened next by listening to the interview. Listen to Emilia’s full interview here Connect with Emilia – Sacred Love Activation Meditation Her Website   Michelle Marchant Johnson Not Following – Michelle had been through a painful ending to an off and on relationship she had had for 10 years. She met a “bad boy” at a party and wanted to numb the pain she was in from the breakup, so even though she knew getting involved with this guy was not a good idea, she did it. Ultimately, she had to get over the original painful breakup with the “bad boy” break up added on top of it. These things happen because we are operating from the 3 F’s – fear, fantasy or falsehood. Following – Michelle was not happy with her corporate job but they were giving her raise and increasing her benefits and she had another option that didn’t pay as much and would be less stressful. Then she listened to her Yes and chose the path of peace. And it absolutely ended up being the right decision for her at that time. Listen to Michelle’s full interview here Connect with Michelle – www.lovelifecoaching.com Michelle’s Facebook Page  

Michelle Marchant Johnson is a relationship coach, speaker and author.  In her business, LoveLifeCoaching.com she specializes in helping women learn how to express their feminine joy, energy and presence and how to invite interaction, attraction, and commitment from a man. Her articles have been featured on many internet sites and she was recognized by DatingAdvice.com as one of the Top Ten Midlife Relationship Experts.  She is currently writing a book entitled “Meet Him and Keep Him.” She is the host of the Ready for the Right Guy Global Telesummit and co-creator of a proprietary system for single women called How to Meet a Great Guy. Michelle is also an advanced stage breast cancer survivor who believes life is precious and is meant to be lived with purpose, love, and joy. Guiding Principle, Quote or Mantra “Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it.” - Rumi When You Tripped Up When Michelle became a first-time bride at 43 she realized both she and her husband had been living very individual lives for a long time.  Her trip up was when she let her expectations go unspoken and then got upset at him because he did not pick up on what her expectations were and address them. “I created my own personal drama.” What she learned is that her husband is actually very willing to help her in almost every case if she expresses her wants or needs to him in a way that he can respond. (These are some great stories I am sure you will relate to no matter if you are a man or a woman.) The “DUH” moment that changed your partnerships forever Michelle had a “DUH” moment one Christmas day when she went out to shovel snow from the driveway because her husband had not done it yet, even though he said he would. Her ah-ha was that it is not only what she does in her partnership, but also the intention behind it. And considering how that intention might come across to her partner. She learned that it is very important be honest with herself about her intentions and to communicate them to her partner. Proudest moment in partnership Michelle was diagnosed with Breast Cancer 4 years ago. And she felt like she was loosing all of her femininity. While she was always a very strong and independent woman, she was in a place where she needed support. She learned how to be in touch with her needs and desires and how to express and ask for what she wanted in a more powerful way.  Being receptive to this support allowed her develop and deepen friendships like never before. What is the best partnership / relationship advice you have ever received? Seek first to understand and then to be understood. Best Partnership Book or Resource The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change The Art and Practice of Loving: Living a Heartfelt Yes Payoff of Partnership - Michelle knew she wanted to start her coaching business and when she got up the courage to tell her husband that she wanted to leave her corporate job he surprised her. Her husband not only was supportive, but he actually became her most ardent supporter, fan and even a partner. She wouldn’t have had the courage to make the leap from corporate America without her partnership with her husband. Interview Links -  www.lovelifecoaching.com Michelle's Facebook Page Note: Click HERE now to check out Michelle’s Man Panel event where over 20 men give you the inside scoop on how men think, what they are looking for in a partner and what has them commit.

Emilia Nagy is on a mission: to lead fierce visionaries into unapologetic conscious love, divine service, and global impact (by partnering powerfully with an amazing man - and all men)! Emilia stands for the spiritual, political, social and economic power of all women, supported fully by the men who love them. She is also the founder of Worthy of Love and the Sacred Partnership Love Movement. Emilia is certified by Alison Armstrong and has been a featured speaker in numerous podcasts and summits. She lives in San Diego with her husband, soulmate and twin flame, Emil, their 5 yr old daughter Alessandra and their Rottweiler Bernie. Your Guidance Principle, Quote, Or Mantra in Partnership Real, honest love is so natural and organic. A Time When You “Tripped Up” in a Partnership Her trip up happened over a series of relationships, not just one. In her 20’s and early 30’s Emilia just kept dating the same kind of people. It was either men who were emotionally unavailable or feminine men. But, really what it was was Emilia pointing the finger. She never wanted to be vulnerable because she thought that it meant that she would only get hurt. Find out what happened next by listening to the episode. Your Proudest Moment in Partnership Emilia’s proudest moment came with her husband. One day they went for a bike ride, then went to eat and then made their way home for the night. While in the car she realized that she was starting to sabotage the relationship because it was going so well. Find out where this moment changed from bad to great by listening to the podcast. Best Partnership Advice You’ve Ever Received Partnerships take vulnerability. You can’t have one without it. Best Partnership Resource Making Sense of Men - Alison Armstrong Interview Links - Sacred Love Activation Meditation Her Website If you're someone who is struggling to find happiness in your relationships and feel like you're repeating the same mistakes each and every time, then check out THE FOUR STEP GAME PLAN MY CLIENTS USE TO FINALLY HAVE A LASTING RELATIONSHIP WITH A SUPPORTIVE, AFFECTIONATE AND LOYAL PARTNER... Without having to constantly sacrifice who they are to keep things going!

Do you follow your "Yes?"Following your "Yes" is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Todd CreagerNot Following - One that comes to mind for Todd is when he was married for about 8-10 years at the time. He was a practicing therapist and was asked by a group of therapists to go consult with them on some couples cases. There was a practice called EMDR that Todd was interested in because he saw this group using it. He ended up pushing it off and almost 15 years after finally used it, and it was wonderful. Find out why Todd waited so long and didn’t initially follow his “yes” by listening to his interview. Following - Todd and his wife had a child and then she wanted a second, but Todd wasn’t sure if he wanted a second. Him and his wife talked about it a bit and he then waited for a while and thought about it. What gave him that “yes” is when he thought about his current child by herself without a second, and he felt a dip in energy. Then, he thought about what it would be like with two children, and he felt an increase in energy. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Todd’s interview here Connect with Todd - His Website for articles, books, and resources. Instagram Mark Rosenfeld Not Following - Mark remembers one of the first times he was working through his social anxiety, he met this woman and it was probably the first proper date he had been on. They ended up getting along really, really great. It was his first time and he ended up getting very insecure. He started trying to look up how to keep her interested and what to do next, and one of the things said to be distant. Find out what happened next by listening to the show. Following - With Mark’s past partner, they were starting to have some difficulties. She was wanting different things and wanted to go in different directions. He was starting to get the feeling that maybe they weren’t right as a couple. They ended up doing this compatibility exercise and a lot of their ideas weren’t matching up. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Mark's interview here Connect with Mark - Mark’s Youtube Channel Mark’s Email The video Mark mentions in the interview  

After struggling with severe social anxiety throughout high-school and early years of college, Mark, after several failed attempts, turned things around in 2009 and was soon teaching confidence in life and dating to other shy men. He began work on Make Him Yours in 2014, sharing his expertise to help women stop the frustrating patterns in their dating lives and start attracting the men they deserve. Since then, Mark has risen to become Australia’s most popular dating and relationship coach, with over 25 million video views and more than 10 years of Mark’s content now consumed by viewers every month. Mark has run events around the world and been featured on JJJ, ABC, News.com.au, Style Magazine, Thought Catalog, Elite Daily and The Good Men Project. And as an interesting bit - he is also a former male stripper and veterinarian. Your Guidance Principle, Quote, Or Mantra in Partnership Is this person adding value to my life? And balanced with that is… Is this problem something I can live with? A Time When You “Tripped Up” in a Partnership There was one partnership that was very short but it taught Mark a lot. It met a woman a long ways away from where he and she are from. They had incredible chemistry at first sight. Passion was racing at 100m/h. They would go back and forth to see each other but what he realized is that they were simply meeting to get high off each other. It was actually the first time in about two years that anxiousness reappeared in Mark’s life. Find out what happened next by listening to the episode. Best Partnership Advice You’ve Ever Received Find the win-win. Interview Links - Mark’s Youtube Channel Mark’s Email The video Mark mentions in the interview Instagram If you're someone who is struggling to find happiness in your relationships and feel like you're repeating the same mistakes each and every time, then check out THE FOUR STEP GAME PLAN MY CLIENTS USE TO FINALLY HAVE A LASTING RELATIONSHIP WITH A SUPPORTIVE, AFFECTIONATE AND LOYAL PARTNER... Without having to constantly sacrifice who they are to keep things going!

Todd Creager is a marriage and sex therapist who helps couples create loving and passionate long-term relationships. He is the author of “The Long, Hot Marriage.,” and “Love, Sex and Karaoke, 52 Ways to Ignite Your Love Life” which is an Amazon Bestselling book for couples. He has an e-book titled “The Little Black Book of Infidelity.” and an entire self-improvement program to help heal from infidelity. His most recent online program is “Divorce-Proof Your Marriage.” He has a private practice in Huntington Beach, CA and has been helping couples and individuals for 34 years. Todd has been a guest as on many radio and TV shows and is a professor at USC. Last but not least, he has been married for 34 years to his wife Sherry and has 2 lovely daughters ages 26 and 23. Your Guidance Principle, Quote, Or Mantra in Partnership We are all powerful centres of interpersonal influence. A Time When You “Tripped Up” in a Partnership Todd works a lot with infidelity and people betraying other people. Todd’s happy to say that he has never cheated on his wife but he does remember a time when he was beginning his business he had zero balance on a couple of his credit cards. He was trying to avoid conflict by not telling her. Find out what happened next by listening to the episode. Your Proudest Moment in Partnership Todd is a therapist and is married, and his wife would tell him how bad of a listener he is. He is in fact a great listener with his clients but she was right about their relationship. Anytime she would have any feedback for him, he would get very defensive about it. Listen to the podcast to hear a specific story in his marriage where this was happening and how it changed and became one of his proudest moments.  Best Partnership Advice You’ve Ever Received Choose to yield but don’t give in. That Book or Resource You Recommend to Our Listeners The Long, Hot Marriage - Todd Creager Getting the Love You Want - Harville Hendrix Interview Links - His Website for articles, books, and resources. Instagram If you're someone who is struggling to find happiness in your relationships and feel like you're repeating the same mistakes each and every time, then check out THE FOUR STEP GAME PLAN MY CLIENTS USE TO FINALLY HAVE A LASTING RELATIONSHIP WITH A SUPPORTIVE, AFFECTIONATE AND LOYAL PARTNER... Without having to constantly sacrifice who they are to keep things going!

Do you follow your "Yes?"Following your "Yes" is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Dr. Diana KirschnerNot Following - She was at a yoga retreat and people were always asking her for guidance with love. She knew it was her calling so she followed that. Later on she kept getting the feeling that she needed to write a book. That book would be pushed off because she thought she didn’t know how to write it. By pushing that off she developed a low line of depression. Find out what happened next by listening to Diana’s interview. Following - Some years after she had that vision to write a book, she finally decided that she would take action and follow that guidance. She started practicing and taking classes on writing to help her towards that vision. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Diana’s interview here Connect with Diana - Website Facebook - Dating to True Love Mentor Carin Rockind Not Following - One that comes to mind is a time in her current marriage. When her and her husband first met, she had just graduated and was on her way to live in New York. She had no interest in staying in Philadelphia, followed that guidance and moved. They did the long distance relationship for a while but knew that something had to happen to be together. Find out what happened next by listening to the show. Following - The clearest “yes” Carin has ever had was following her purpose. She started reading a lot about positive psychology. She was terrified to leave the corporate world with benefits, but she knew if she didn’t that she wouldn’t be happy. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Carin's interview here and the 2nd Episode here Connect with Carin - Website Instagram Facebook  

Note: This is a two part special featuring Carin Rockind. This is part 2/2. The first episode aired Wednesday, May 1st, 2019. Carin Rockind is a leading expert on life purpose, women's thriving and positive psychology, the science of human flourishing. She is the creator of PurposeGirl; a movement to empower purpose driven living and the founder of Women’s Global Happiness Day, the first-ever worldwide initiative to eradicate the women’s depression epidemic, which had 98 events in 19 countries on 6 continents in its inaugural year of 2018. Having overcome armed robbery, domestic abuse and divorce, Carin has a way of connecting with others and showing them how to be the creator of their own lives, overcome challenges, grow from trauma and turn pain into purpose. As the former "Happiness Guru" on SiriusXM's morning show for women, and a keynote speaker for conferences and companies, she has helped thousands of people live to their fullest potential. She is currently on faculty at The Flourishing Center in New York and she is the host of the globally ranked self-help show, The PurposeGirl Podcast. Carin is a runner, writer, and dancer who lives outside of Philadelphia with her husband, Josh and their labradoodle, Charlie. Your Proudest Moment in Partnership When Carin first started doing this work, she was doing it all on her own. She was terrified to trust anyone else and thought everything would be easier doing it on her own. She thinks it may have stemmed from an early relationship when she was 17 where she was physically abused. So, when it came to her business she wasn’t wanting to collaborate with others. Find out where things turned for the better by listening to the episode. Best Partnership advice You’ve Ever Received Be you. What Book or Resource Would You Recommend? Positive Psychology - It’s the science of what makes life worth living Authentic-happiness.com - VIA survey Interview Links - Website Instagram Facebook If you're someone who is struggling to find happiness in your relationships and feel like you're repeating the same mistakes each and every time, then check out THE FOUR STEP GAME PLAN MY CLIENTS USE TO FINALLY HAVE A LASTING RELATIONSHIP WITH A SUPPORTIVE, AFFECTIONATE AND LOYAL PARTNER... Without having to constantly sacrifice who they are to keep things going!

Note: This is a two part special featuring Carin Rockind. This is part 1/2. Part two of the interview will air as a bonus episode on Friday, May 3rd, 2019. Carin Rockind is a leading expert on life purpose, women's thriving and positive psychology, the science of human flourishing. She is the creator of PurposeGirl; a movement to empower purpose driven living and the founder of Women’s Global Happiness Day, the first-ever worldwide initiative to eradicate the women’s depression epidemic, which had 98 events in 19 countries on 6 continents in its inaugural year of 2018. Having overcome armed robbery, domestic abuse and divorce, Carin has a way of connecting with others and showing them how to be the creator of their own lives, overcome challenges, grow from trauma and turn pain into purpose. As the former "Happiness Guru" on SiriusXM's morning show for women, and a keynote speaker for conferences and companies, she has helped thousands of people live to their fullest potential. She is currently on faculty at The Flourishing Center in New York and she is the host of the globally ranked self-help show, The PurposeGirl Podcast. Carin is a runner, writer, and dancer who lives outside of Philadelphia with her husband, Josh and their labradoodle, Charlie. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra “If there was a gun put to your head, what would you regret not having done?” And “Every moment of our life is for purpose.” A Time When You “Tripped Up” in Partnership Carin mentioned that she was married at a young age. Carin’s parents have been happily together since they were 14 years old. They’ve now been married for 54 years and are so happy. Her grandparents were the same thing; they were happily married for their whole lives, were holocaust survivors, and past away within a couple of weeks of each other. Because of this, Carin had this beautiful image of what two people looked like when they loved each other and were happily married. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Interview Links - Website Instagram Facebook If you're someone who is struggling to find happiness in your relationships and feel like you're repeating the same mistakes each and every time, then check out THE FOUR STEP GAME PLAN MY CLIENTS USE TO FINALLY HAVE A LASTING RELATIONSHIP WITH A SUPPORTIVE, AFFECTIONATE AND LOYAL PARTNER... Without having to constantly sacrifice who they are to keep things going!

Psychologist Dr. Diana Kirschner appeared regularly on the Today Show and starred in a PBS Special on finding love, based on her international bestseller, Love in 90 Days. It is the book that Hoda Kotb of The Today Show (who is now in a great relationship) used and praised as a great dating guide. Love in 90 Days has helped tens of thousands around the world to create high-value self-confidence and lasting soulmate love. Now to celebrate its 10th year Anniversary, Love in 90 Days is out in an expanded edition and it comes with $1000 in bonus gifts. Who has it harder? Singles who have never been married OR People who have been divorced and out looking for a partner again. In either case it depends a lot on what has happened. There are many different kinds of wounds and betrayals. Diana says that it’s really hard to tell which situation is tougher. She admires anyone who is able to pick themselves up and move forward. What is the biggest myth that is holding women and men back from finding success in love? If it’s meant to happen it will just happen. What’s one of the biggest changes you’ve noticed in the past 10 years in the dating world? The biggest change by far has been the use of dating apps. It’s become a fast lane, ghosting, bread crumb type environment. 49% of people who show interest in you on a dating app will disappear on you. It has become very easy to get bummed out and bitter about the whole thing. The upside of apps are that your chances have never been better to find a great partner. To learn more about this, listen to the episode.  Best Partnership Advice You’ve Ever Received Have the greatest relationship with yourself that you can. Interview Links - Website Facebook - Dating to True Love Mentor I know you want the kind of love that lights a fire in your heart and touches your soul, the kind that makes you reach for the stars. The kind where you feel at home and taken care of by a soulmate you can trust completely. How do you find that kind of love? There is a special new book that can make it happen for you. Hoda Kotb of The Today Show and Dr. Christiane Northrup used it to find their Beloveds. It has helped 10s of thousands of women find high-value self-confidence and lasting passionate soulmate love. The book is Love in 90 Days by Dr. Diana Kirschner, just out in an expanded 10th Anniversary edition. It is a must-have. And amazingly enough, it comes with $1000 in Bonus gifts from 35 leading beauty and love experts. You can get Love in 90 Days with all the gifts here:  https://lovein90days.com/book-bonus-sign-in If you're someone who is struggling to find happiness in your relationships and feel like you're repeating the same mistakes each and every time, then check out THE FOUR STEP GAME PLAN MY CLIENTS USE TO FINALLY HAVE A LASTING RELATIONSHIP WITH A SUPPORTIVE, AFFECTIONATE AND LOYAL PARTNER... Without having to constantly sacrifice who they are to keep things going!

Do you follow your "Yes?"Following your "Yes" is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Dan MillmanNot Following - Dan actually wrote about this a bit in his second book about not following that guidance. Dan was married at a young age; he was 21 and she was 19. When he got married he felt a depression that night. He felt he had made an error in getting married at that point in his life. Find out what happened next by listening to Dan’s interview. Following - When Dan was about 10 years old his parents took him to see Peter Pan. Dan wanted to so badly fly but he wasn’t in tune to know that you can’t just flap your arms and fly. Then he discovered the trampoline when he was 11 and that for him was the closest thing to flying. Turns out that jumping on a trampoline led him to a lot of the successes in his life in gymnastics. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Dan’s interview here Connect with Dan - Website Facebook Dr. Duana Welch Not Following - There’s a line that comes to mind for Duana when she thinks of this, and that’s “Don’t die with your song left unsung.” People regret what they haven’t tried at all. She felt the need to share relationship science with everyone 25 years ago, but she only started 10 years ago. Find out what kept her from sharing her knowledge for so long by listening to the episode. Following - This was when Duana realized that her current husband wa the man for her. When she first met him in person she knew he was the man she would want to be with. She didn’t immediately go with that because she was hurt in the past. She faced her fears and they ended up being married 4 months later. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Duana's interview here Connect with Duana - Facebook and Facebook - Love Factually Twitter Instagram All things Love Factually, including free content My Blog + Coaching  

Dr. Duana Welch is the original Love Factually author and coach, known for using social science to solve real-life relationship issues. She has been a professor at universities in Florida, California, and Texas across 20 years, and has contributed to NPR, PBS, Psychology Today, and numerous other outlets, podcasts and videos. Her first book, Love Factually: 10 Proven Steps from I Wish to I Do, is now out globally in five languages. The second book in the series Love Factually for Single Parents [& Those Dating Them] is specifically geared for finding the right partner not only for readers, but their families. Her book series Love Factually Singles (February, 2019) provides science-based dating advice in single-topic titles that fit readers' desire to save time and money and to read content specific to their needs. All her books rely on science rather than opinion to help men and women find and keep the right partner.  Thanks to science and Vic Hariton, she is happily married. Do single parents really have it harder dating and finding a partner? It is truly harder. And it was especially hard for Duana because she has a PHD and a child with special needs. Both of those aspects have a role in making the situation even more difficult. Duana is a strong believer that if she can do it, other people can do it. Most importantly, she wants a message of hope out there. It can be done. What is the biggest myth that is holding single parents back from finding success in love? Women and men are exactly the same. It’s believing that the opposite sex has the same mating call as you do. Best Relationship Advice for Single Parents If you can find and be someone kind and respectful, your love life will go well. Best Partnership Resource Love Factually: 10 Proven Steps from I Wish to I Do - Duana Welch Love Factually for Single Parents [& Those Dating Them] - Duana Welch Interview Links - Facebook and Facebook - Love Factually Twitter Instagram All things Love Factually, including free content My Blog + Coaching If you're someone who is struggling to find happiness in your relationships and feel like you're repeating the same mistakes each and every time, then check out THE FOUR STEP GAME PLAN MY CLIENTS USE TO FINALLY HAVE A LASTING RELATIONSHIP WITH A SUPPORTIVE, AFFECTIONATE AND LOYAL PARTNER... Without having to constantly sacrifice who they are to keep things going!

Dan Millman is a former world champion athlete, Stanford University coach, martial arts instructor and Oberlin College professor. He has authored 16 books that have been published in 29 languages, including his classic, Way of the Peaceful Warrior (released as a film with Nick Nolte by Universal in 2007). Dan speaks worldwide, and has influenced people from all walks of life. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra He who has a partner has a master. When You “Tripped up” in Partnership Dan mentions the relationship he had when writing a book with someone. There were many glitches along the way. Who’s doing the most work? Who’s bringing the most to the table? It was challenging. It turns out that when was completed, it ended up being a better book than either of them have ever imagined. On the other hand, when it came to teaching, they had two completely different ways of doing it. Find out what happened next by listening to the interview. Your Proudest Moment in Partnership Dan explains how important partnerships are in the present. He talks about his partnership with Ken and doing the interview. He’s in partnership with our audience through the show. The only moment that exists, the only moment of reality, is right now. Best Relationship Advice You’ve Ever Received His dad once said, “You know what I love about tennis? Every shot makes someone happy.” Best Partnership Resource Way of the Peaceful Warrior - Dan Millman Interview Links - Website Facebook If you're someone who is struggling to find happiness in your relationships and feel like you're repeating the same mistakes each and every time, then check out THE FOUR STEP GAME PLAN MY CLIENTS USE TO FINALLY HAVE A LASTING RELATIONSHIP WITH A SUPPORTIVE, AFFECTIONATE AND LOYAL PARTNER... Without having to constantly sacrifice who they are to keep things going!

Do you follow your "Yes?"Following your "Yes" is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Stefanos SifandosNot Following - Many of the times that Stef wasn’t being truthful to himself or his partner, he just kept pushing it away, and it was really compromising his well-being and integrity. He felt his guilt and shame overlapping. His coping for that was to be aggressive and be defensive. Find out what happened next by listening to Stef’s interview. Following - Stef loves using the example of Christine because it’s so relevant in his life. He’s so connected with her they continue to evolve together. It became so clear that there is something special with them. They didn’t originally have that physical connection because they were living on opposite ends of the world, but rather connected through mind and spirit. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Stefanos’ interview here Connect with Stefanos - Website Instagram Facebook Nate Bagley  Not Following - One of Nate’s biggest struggles is saying yes to “no”. One of the moments that stand out most for Nate is when he ran a company with one of his best friends. It was all amazing coming out of the gate but they didn’t plan for what was to come with logistics. They started to really burn themselves out. Tension was built up between them because of the difficulties in trying to run the business. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Following - This is a perfect contrast with his last story because this is a time where he did say no and left a business. About a year ago Nate was miserable at his job. Before this, around the time he got married, he said he would be a husband first before anything. He ended up working a 9-5 job so he could have a consistent salary and benefits. His wife noticed that the joy and life in Nate’s eyes were dying because of this job though. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Nate's interview here Connect with Nate - The Legendary Love Challenge Website His appearance of TEDx

Nate is a relationship researcher, creator of The Loveumentary Podcast, and the Legendary Love Challenge. His mission in life is to rid the world of mediocre love. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra We do hard things. It’s the little things done often that make the difference. When You “Tripped up” in Partnership Nate shared a story that was quite recent. Being a relationship expert, he gets messages from women all the time asking different questions. This particular woman was asking for some advice and she said that her husband was being resentful of Nate and saying that he’ll never be Nate Bagley. Find out what happened next by listening to the episode. That “Duh” Moment in Partnership Nate did an interview with a couple a while back and they’ve become great friends. Nate wanted to find out what made their relationship so great. Before the interview they insisted on having Nate over for dinner. As they prepared the meal and got everything ready, Nate observed and wondered about the way they interacted. He felt they were a little over the top. Find out what was going on by listening to the episode. Your Proudest Moment in Partnership It’s always the little things for Nate, like when he’s feeling resentful and stressed, but turns things around and expresses gratitude instead. His mood shifts and then does something nice, like writing a love note to his wife on the bathroom mirror. It makes a difference to her and how he feels towards her. Best Relationship Advice You’ve Ever Received Be an action taker, not an insight chaser. Best Partnership Resource Passionate Marriage - David Schnarch The New Rules of Marriage - Terrence Real Interview Links - The Legendary Love Challenge Website His appearance of TEDx

Stef facilitates transformational growth through neuro-empowerment practices, an integration of spiritual praxis and western psychology to improve, evolve and enhance the quality of your relationships. Immersed in deep men’s empowerment work and intimate relationships, Stef merges the best of eastern and western methodologies and philosophies to promote balance, clarity and joy in life. For the last 15 years Stef has been at the forefront of innovating the global Health & Wellness Industry, while being a sought-after innovator in the personal transformation, relationship & leadership space. Stef’s extensive knowledge has seen him become a well-respected mentor & trainer to some of Australia’s top professional sporting teams, professional individual athletes & professional world champion fighters, Olympians, gold medalists & elite special forces soldiers. “His mission is to be a VOICE FOR THE VOICELESS; to assist individuals in actualizing the fullness of their potentiality; to relate consciously to each other with authentic love; be a conscious steward of Earth and continue to evolve and expand the entirety of his being – this is his humble gift to humanity and to his own soul”. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra Being willing to support and learn from each other’s truth. If people are willing but don’t know how to bridge the gap, what do they do? It begins with understanding how to create safety. If the compassion isn’t there and we’re constantly judging ourselves then you’ll be in a constant state of tension. Once you’re able to love yourself first then you can build with another person. Find out what else Stefanos had to say around this topic by listening to the show. That “Trip up” in Partnership In a past relationship, many years ago, Stef was unfaithful in that relationship. It was well beyond sex addiction, but more so about avoidance of self. He was not in a very good state of mind. This all unravelled overtime. Find out what happened next and where things turned around for him by listening to the episode. Your Proudest Moment in Partnership Stefanos’ proudest moment in partnership was seeing Christine for the first time. It brings back a lot of emotions for him by just thinking about it. He’s gone through some extreme pain and has done so much work on himself, and knows it paid off by finding Christine.  Stef explains the deep emotions he felt spending those first moments with her. Find out what he said by listening to the show. Best Relationship Advice You’ve Ever Received Choose to express yourself from a place of empathy, love, compassion, and understanding. Best Partnership Resource Keeping The Love You Find - Dr. Harville Hendrix Interview Links - Website Instagram Facebook

Do you follow your "Yes?"Following your "Yes" is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Tiffany ToombsNot Following - Tiffany was living in Australia at the time, and between her businesses she had around 3-4 business partners. During that time she was coaching on the side as more of a hobby. Whenever possible she would incorporate her coaching into the businesses that she was running. When she was incorporating it, she felt so alive doing it. Find out what happened next by listening to Tiffany’s interview. Following - Tiffany moved back to Calgary and she had a lot of people asking about what she was going to do with her mindset work. She knew that Calgary was just starting to come out of a recession but she had to follow her passion. Each time she would try to look at positions through job search websites, she would get this awful feeling and knew it wasn’t what she wanted. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Tiffany’s interview here Connect with Tiffany - Website Facebook Instagram Twitter   Emily Pereira  Not Following - In Emily’s early 20’s she got a job in corporate America, and for the first couple of months she was exhausted and couldn’t even get out of bed. She had so many doubts going through her mind, and knew it wasn’t her purpose. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Following - Emily leads retreats for women and she remembers one day sitting on her surfboard and looking out at the sun and feeling amazing. She said to herself that she would someday leave there. Fast forward 3 months later and she went on a retreat where she met a man. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Emily's interview here Connect with Emily - Her website Instagram

Emily Pereira is an international retreat leader, certified yoga teacher, Gateless trained writing teacher, and life coach specializing in helping women manifest their dream relationship. She's also the author of the forthcoming book, The Quest. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra I am personally responsible for creating every single thing in my life. That “Trip up” in Partnership Emily was in a relationship in her early 20’s, when she was just out of college. It ended up being a 6 year long relationship. They lived together, their best friends married each other, and they planned their lives together. During that time they were getting into their professional lives. He was actually one of the founders of Myspace. That changed their lives quite a bit. Find out what happened next by listening to the show. Your Proudest Moment in Partnership Emily’s proudest moment in partnership comes from her current relationship. They come from two very different worlds. One of Emily’s gifts is the ability to see someone else’s gifts, even when they can’t see it for themselves. He’s an amazing chef and started doing the food for the retreats Emily held. Find out what happens next by listening to the episode. Best Relationship Advice You’ve Ever Received Creativity is an energy that is a natural part of being human, but you’re freezing yourself out of that creativity when you attempt to be perfect. Best Partnership Resource Unstoppable Woman - Emily Pereira (Ebook) Interview Links - Her website Instagram

Tiffany Toombs is a mindset coach who specializes in helping people rewire their brains to overcome self sabotage and limiting beliefs; allowing them to experience success in every area of life. She is a Master Practitioner and Trainer in Neurolinguistic Programming and Matrix Therapies. Tiffany worked in the health and fitness industry for 18 years, while exclusively working as a coach for the last five years. She combines her science background and knowledge of the body & mind with her spiritual interests and training to get clients results that are undeniable. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra We’re all here with a purpose. That “Duh” Moment in Partnership Tiffany’s biggest “duh” moment came when she was in Australia. She had been with her ex for 3 years at that time. They talked about marriage and buying property together, and other stuff. Everyone saw them as the perfect couple and there were moments where Tiffany thought that this was the one. She ended up settling in that relationship for quite some time. Find out what happens next by listening to the episode. Best Relationship Advice You’ve ever Received Never send your best self. Best Partnership Resource Stop Being a Selfish B*tch - Tiffany Toombs Interview Links - Website Facebook Instagram Twitter

Do you follow your "Yes?"Following your "Yes" is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Christine HasslerNot Following - Christine had a very recent experience with this. She was at a seminar and one of the other participants had this fancy chiropractic technique. She went into the bathroom and asked herself “Am I better off not doing this?” and the answer was “yes”. She went back in the room and saw everyone else doing it so she did it as well. Find out what happened next by listening to Christine’s interview. Following - She moved out of Los Angeles at the beginning of 2017 and then ended up having a dream house on the ocean. For some reason her landlord didn’t want to renew her lease. It was very sudden and not so friendly. She kept getting an intuition to not go searching for another place, so she put her stuff in storage and went travelling. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Christine’s interview here Connect with Christine - Her Website Over It and On With It Podcast - Itunes Instagram Text CHRISTINE TO 444999 to receive a free e-book  Kate Eckman Not Following - Kate feels like she experiences that moment sometimes with eating. Many times she’ll get that internal guidance telling her not to have the extra piece of pizza or that 3rd glass of wine, but then ignores it and has it anyway. She explains that often people come up with excuses trying to justify why they had the extra piece. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Following - What comes up for Kate is when she was a TV anchor for years. She chose to leave the business and move to Africa. She worked as a wildlife reporter. It wasn’t the “smart choice” but it was what she wanted. She decided to follow her heart knowing it was a one in a lifetime chance. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Kate's interview here Connect with Kate - Her Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube

Kate Eckman is a confidence coach, joy-bringer, and personal cheerleader for your spirit. She is the creator of The Full Spirit Workout: A 10-Step System to Shed Your Self-Doubt, Strengthen Your Spiritual Core, and Create a Fun & Fulfilling Life, which is a workout for the spirit that will help you get fit on the inside. It’s a series of daily practices that keep our spirits, minds —and selves— open and available to receive abundance, transformation and enlightenment. Kate also works as a motivational speaker and is the author of the blog, Love Yourself, Love Your Life, sharing inspirational stories about self-confidence, healthy body image, redefining beauty and success, and creating divine relationships. She is also a certified Reiki master, QVC On-Air Beauty Host and Wilhelmina model. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra You don’t have to be, do, or have anything to be worthy, valuable, or loved, because you already are. When You “Tripped Up” in Partnership Kate used to be a TV news anchor for a market in Florida and she ended up getting fired from that job. It was really early on in her career and she was very shocked. They got rid of her and her co host because they didn’t feel like they had chemistry. What happened actually ended up getting her out of a really sticky situation. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. That “Duh” Moment in Partnership Kate had back to back wake up calls. She lost two very dear friends to suicide about a year apart of each other. It completely changed the whole trajectory of her life. It not only brought her to mourn the death of these two beautiful people but it forced her to really look at herself and how she’s living her life. Find out what happens next by listening to the episode. Proudest Moment in Partnership Kate talks about a great friend that she had at her time with the QBC network. A couple years ago her and that friend were chatting on the phone and she asked Kate if she would be interested in working in Europe. Kate said yes right away because she loves to travel and loves Europe. She was then introduced to a women who owned a network there and they immediately hit it off. Find out what happened to Kate next in her proudest moment, by listening to the podcast. Best Relationship Advice You’ve ever Received Only what you are not giving can be lacking in any situation. Best Partnership Resource A Return to Love - Marianne Williamson Interview Links - Her Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube

Christine Hassler left her successful job as a Hollywood agent to pursue a life she could be passionate about and is now the best-selling author of three books, most recently Expectation Hangover: Free Yourself From Your Past, Change your Present and Get What you Really Want.  For over a decade, as a keynote speaker, retreat facilitator, spiritual psychologist, life coach, and host of the top-rated podcast “Over it and On With It”, she has been teaching and inspiring people around the world. Christine believes once we get out of our own way, we can show up to make the meaningful impact we are here to make. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra My external relationships are always a reflection of what’s going on inside of me. When You “Tripped Up” in Partnership Her last book, “Expectation Hangover”, was inspired by her divorce that happened when she was 31 years old. She was dumped by her fiancé 6 months before her wedding and then about 6 months after that she met the man who she would end up marrying. She figured everything was where it was supposed to be and that was the reason she was dumped previously, so she could meet this new person who she would marry. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Proudest Moment in Partnership Her proudest moment in partnership comes in her current relationship. They had a very intense coming together. They had to have a two month relationship over WhatsApp before they met physically and after a while he moved there from Australia. There were so many intense moments where they could have thrown in the towel but the stuck it out. Find out what happens next by listening to the episode. Best Relationship Advice You’ve ever Received Be the ideal partner to yourself. Best Partnership Resource Expectation Hangover - Christine Hassler Intimate Communion - David Deida Celebrating Partnership with Alison Armstrong Interview Links - Her Website Over It and On With It Podcast - Itunes Instagram Text CHRISTINE TO 444999 to receive a free e-book

Do you follow your "Yes?"Following your "Yes" is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Kyle BensonNot Following - There was a time where Kyle was interested in public speaking and did a bunch of training and events for it. After all the training and podcasts, he still had not been part of any public speaking events. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Following - This is something that Kyle’s is following through with right now. His audience and business coaches have been pushing him to do some type of group program. Kyle’s outlined it and has been wanting to do it for quite a while now. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Kyle’s interview here Connect with Kyle - Here is Kyle’s Ebook Kyle’s Website   Suzanne Oshima Not Following - Back when Suzanne was in college she majored in marketing. She did exactly what her parents wanted her to do. When she got out of college she knew this wasn’t what she wanted to do. She didn’t want the corporate job or to work 9-5. It just wasn’t her Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Following - This is Suzanne’s proudest moment. People normally start to freak out at milestone birthdays like 30, 40, etc. Suzanne actually had that freak out when she turned 31. She was living in San Francisco at the time and she remembers thinking that her life was set. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Suzanne's interview here Connect with Suzanne - Your Next Amazing Story Single In Stilettos Facebook Instagram

Suzanne K. Oshima is a Life & Love Transformational Coach who inspires and empowers smart successful women to realize it's never too late to hit reset and find a fresh new path in life & love. Suzanne has worked with countless single men and women to transform their love lives to create a lasting relationship that led to marriage. Suzanne has appeared on: The Today Show, Bravo TV, Good Afternoon America, ABC News, Inside Edition, BBC Radio, Men’s Health, Glamour, and many more! In 2011, Suzanne launched Single in Stilettos to empower women with the secrets about men. To help them better understand how men think & what they want from women, so they could transform and elevate their dating lives to finally meet, attract & keep the right man. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra Be yourself. Everybody else is taken. When You “Tripped Up” in Partnership Suzanne is in her 50’s and grew up in the 60’s, and her mom was all for the women’s live movement. Her mom went back to school in her 40’s and became an ESL teacher. Suzanne remembers during that time, when she was a teenager, her mom said to her, “when you’re old enough to be in a relationship with a man, always have your own cheque book. Never rely on a man for money.” That always stuck in her head as she grew older. Find out what happened next that made her realize she had to change something by listening to the podcast episode. Proudest Moment in Partnership In the past, Suzanne can think of two ex boyfriends that were really, really great. After a while Suzanne realized that you can still be that strong, independent woman but still be in a relationship. She realized that she could still be that important part in a relationship when allowing a man to take care of her needs. Find out what happens next by listening to the episode. Best Relationship Advice You’ve ever Received Men want to feel needed and women want to feel wanted. Best Partnership Resource Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man - Steve Harvey Interview Links - Your Next Amazing Story Single In Stilettos Free Gift From Suzanne - The Secrets about Men 3 part video series Facebook Instagram Twitter

Kyle Benson is an Intentional Intimate Relationship coach providing practical, research-based tools to build long-lasting relationships. Kyle is best known for his compassion and non-judgmental style and his capacity to see the root problem. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra Speaking to understand before trying to problem solve. When You “Tripped Up” in Partnership About 5 months ago, Kyle was working on a very important project for some clients he has. He was working some very long hours so he was pretty stressed out. During the same time, Kyle’s partner went to a concert with some friends but he wasn’t able to make it because of the project. After the concert, he went to pick her up in downtown Seattle, where there’s a lot of traffic. She took a while to come out to the car because she was talking with some people. With everything going on, this anger started to stew in Kyle. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast episode. Proudest Moment in Partnership His friend comes to mind, who is having a very tough time with family right now. When Kyle first had his outbreak of psoriasis he had a lot of shame around it and didn’t reach out to many friends. He would frequently meet up with one of his friends at this lake in Seattle, and they would simply just walk and talk. What he loved is that she would make 15-20 minutes to go on these walks a couple of times a week. It meant a lot to Kyle, especially being vulnerable as a guy. Find out what happens next by listening to the episode. Current Partnership The first thing that comes to mind is Kyle’s current romantic relationship. He’s so proud of the relationship they’ve built together. They, like everyone else, have their fights from time to time but everything is great. They always seem to get through everything by working through it. They’re able to talk to each other about their personal lives and support each other. Best Relationship Advice You’ve ever Received Conflict is inevitable. Best Partnership Resource The 7 Principles for Making Marriage Work - John Gottman We Do: Saying Yes to a Relationship of Depth, True Connection and Enduring Love - Stan Tatkin Interview Links - Here is Kyle’s Ebook Kyle’s Website

Do you follow your "Yes?"Following your "Yes" is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Elana MetaNot Following - That time for Elana was with Wild Vessel. This vision started fairly recently and developed into having their 1st event only 6 months later. There were a lot of people that wanted to get involved and help with it. Elana felt that she was in desperation of help because of how big it was becoming. She was watching herself get lazy and allowing other people’s ideas to guide the way. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Following - Elana was in a place of not trusting her no, and allowing other forms to take control. She ended up cutting that chord to her life. She ended her relationship, she moved out of her apartment, she moved out of LA, and stopped both of her businesses. She did all of this so that she could ask herself, “Who am I in my full self expressed ‘yes’?”. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Elana’s interview here Connect with Elana - Her Website Instagram Link to Esalen Workshop   Marcy Neumann Not Following - During her interview, Marcy explained how she left her marriage and the universe laid itself at her feet. She began to download all these great ideas and developed some physical, hands on products to teach people about the laws of attraction. She had no experience with business or creating products but she kept having these visions and had to bring them to life. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Following - After Marcy left her marriage and everything started to come together, she kept getting these urges to move out west. Even though everything was going great from her business life to her social life, she kept getting the urge to move. She decided to start exploring some places. She searched around but nothing felt right until she stepped foot into Prescott. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Marcy's interview here Connect with Marcy - Her Website Contact her here Facebook Youtube

Marcy Neumann, is a Rev., a professional Energy Healer, Integrative Intuitive Counselor, Spiritualist Minister, Certified Hypnotherapist and Reiki Master. Marcy is also a published author, a creator of award-winning manifestation and healing products and a public speaker. For over 45 years Marcy’s professional journey has been guided by her own teachings of energy healing and transformation., and her work is considered among the leading energy healing and shifting processes to create sustained and lasting changes. Marcy helps people all over the world identify and overcome resistance and blocks. She connects on a deep cellular energetic level to help clear unresolved, unforgiven issues and teaches people how to shift their perceptions and thinking to one always rooted in Self Love. It's Marcy's mission to deliver these messages of love and transform lives through energy healing education, teaching empowerment skills and creating tools for personal change Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra All of my relationships and interactions are being created by me, for me. All things are working in my favor. When You “Tripped Up” in Partnership Marcy brings us back to a time where everything was going quite well. Everything seemed like it was totally coming together. She was celebrating her 25th wedding anniversary, her 4 kids were grown and healthy, and she was getting everything in life that she could possibly want. She was in Montana for a family wedding. She’s always had this strong relation with the Native American culture because she would have flashbacks from past lives. At this family celebration she was feeling such a warm welcome. Find out what happened that created her trip up by listening to the podcast. The Payoff of Being in Partnership She relates back and explains how the universe laid itself at her feet. She was finally in align to be in partnership with universal law. Everything started to fall into place. She continued to be the greatest expression of herself possible. Find out what happened next by listening to her story on the podcast. Best Partnership Resource Meditation, and developing the practice on a daily basis. Interview Links - Her Website Contact her here Facebook Youtube

Elana Meta is a community builder, leadership & embodiment coach, and influencer from New York City. She is the founder of Meta Method, a globally recognized embodiment technique practiced by thousands worldwide. She has taught for and aided the growth of numerous communities including Esalen, Wanderlust, Summit Series, Burning Man Org, & more. She is an activist, feminine catalyst, professional dancer, and speaker. She holds a bachelor’s degree in dance, a master level certification in Leadership from the Institute of Embodied Wisdom, and an is intimacy, Sex and Empowerment coach from The Tantric Institute of Integrated Sexuality. Elana is also the Founder & CEO of Wild Vessel, building Experience Spaces around the expanding global Feminine movement and our human potential. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra Understanding that the dismantling of a partnership is another form of partnership. When You “Tripped Up” in Partnership When Elana was 20 years old she was in an abusive relationship. This man was violent to himself and was violent towards Elana nearing the end of the relationship. He was abusive but she loved him very much. He would want to have sex after he was abusive towards her. She later learned that their was a connection between the sex and violence. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Your Proudest Moment in Partnership She just recently broke up with her best friend. She’s beyond proud of this because they remained friends, much closer than they were before. They love each other very much and have supported one another through the past 5 months since the breakup. He’s in a new relationship and Elana’s in the start of a new relationship, and during all of it have remained very close and supportive. Find out what happened next by listening to her story on the podcast. Best Partnership Advice You’ve Ever Received The responsibility piece of partnership. If I don’t like what’s being reflected in front of me, that’s an opportunity for me to look in the mirror. Best Partnership Resource Disrupt Her: A Manifesto for the Modern Woman - Miki Agrawal Iron John: A Book About Men - Robert Bly Sign up for Elana's newsletter to be informed about her book release. (http://www.elanameta.com) Interview Links - Her Website Instagram Link to Esalen Workshop

Do you follow your "Yes?"Following your "Yes" is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Paula GroomsNot Following - Paula’s last relationship was the most profound moment where she did not follow her “yes”. She had just turned 50, she had been divorced for a while, and she did have a lot of love for this man. He was a great guy but was only a consumer, not a buyer. She ignored those signs. Find out what happened next by listening to Paula’s interview. Following - Paula now feels confident, calm, and cautious when going through the same motions in any relationship moving forward. She tells the person that she is completely ready for a fully committed relationship. She’s ready to go down that road with the person but completely respects them if they aren’t. If they aren’t ready, she has no problem moving from that relationship. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Paula’s interview here Connect with Paula - CoachPaulaGrooms.com Facebook YouTube Instagram Twitter Linkedin  Guy Finley Not Following - There was points in Guy’s life where there was no understanding at all that any demand he would place on any other human being, that they should be, do or act as I want them to, ensures that they will not do. He believed that demands were the same as knowing what’s right, but in reality it’s the exact opposite. Find out what happened next by listening to Guy’s interview. Following - Now Guy has turned that around. He understands that demands destroy relationships.They don’t nurture them. In understanding that, dare to live the truth of it so that anytime a demand appears, it’s dropped. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Guy's interview here Connect with Guy - Guy’s New Book Facebook Instagram Twitter Audiobook version of Relationship Magic, which is read by Guy, as well as the other bonuses part of our book offer (Please keep this link confidential. Thanks) You can either download a ZIP file which contains all the MP3’s, or you can listen online.

Guy Finley is the bestselling author of more than 45 books and audio albums on self-realization, including "The Secret of Letting Go," "The Essential Laws of Fearless Living," and his brand new book "Relationship Magic: Waking Up Together." He is the founder and director of Life of Learning Foundation, a nonprofit Center for Spiritual Discovery located in southern Oregon where he gives talks three times each week. Guy is a faculty member at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, New York, 1440 Multiversity, and is a regular expert contributor to Beliefnet and the Huffington Post. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra There’s always one thing that needs to be done before anything else when it comes to relationships. In any relationship at any given moment, I have to attend to my part of the relationship and my responsibility. When You “Tripped Up” in Partnership Guy remembers vividly a time when he was 21 years old, he had fallen in love and got engaged. Guy has had this journey since he was young about finding out why it is that people have the relationships that they do throughout their life. He remembers going to his fiance and saying that they were in a peak moment in their relationship, and that they love each other and want to be with each other. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Best Partnership Resource Relationship Magic: Waking Up Together - Guy Finley Interview Links - Guy’s New Book Facebook Instagram Twitter Audiobook version of Relationship Magic, which is read by Guy, as well as the other bonuses part of our book offer (Please keep this link confidential. Thanks) You can either download a ZIP file which contains all the MP3’s, or you can listen online.

Paula Grooms is a Dating and Relationship Coach and also a Master's level Social Worker with nearly 20 years of professional experience. Her new book Why Won't He Commit?: How a Man Decides to Make You "The One," helps women in love become "the one," in one year or less, all without sacrificing, struggling, or settling! Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra Respect. When You “Tripped Up” in Partnership Paula thought that men commit from love alone. When she felt that love from a man she put that filter through her own. Women view commitment as an outgrowth of love, whereas men view commitment as a responsibility. Paula was with a man for many years and was making concessions for the actions he was giving her because she felt she understood him. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. The Best Relationship Advice You’ve Ever Received What a partnership is is you having your garden and your partner having their garden. You appreciate and partake in the garden of the other. Best Partnership Resource Why Won’t He Commit?: How a Man Decides to Make You “The One” - Paula Grooms All The Rules - Ellen Fein & Sherrie Schneider Interview Links - CoachPaulaGrooms.com Facebook YouTube Instagram Twitter Linkedin

Do you follow your "Yes?"Following your "Yes" is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Samantha BennettNot Following - She was doing the “get it done” material about 2 times a year. Later on she was talking to a friend who ask why she wasn’t doing this more often because she loved it and everyone involved loved it. He couldn’t believe she wasn’t doing this full time. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Following - When she started to teach her “Get it done” class full-time, she realized that this could be a book. She couldn’t figure out how exactly to write the book so she decided to do the 15-minute version of it. Everytime she had an idea for the book she would write it on an index card. After some time she laid all of the index cards out and started clumping the topics together. It allowed her to have the book kind of write itself. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Samantha’s interview here Connect with Sam - The 5-min Art Exercise and Freebies In A Booth At Chasen’s Facebook Patty Contenta Not Following - Patty has always considered herself a “yes” type of person. In the first step to any situation she tries to make sure that she doesn’t respond or act urgently because she knows right away that it won’t go well. She tries to allow for time to observe the situation so that she can figure out if it’s an overwhelming yes or a no. Following - Patty relates to any romantic, family, or business relationship she’s had where she didn’t have any physical disturbance, she knew it meant a “yes” for her. Things happen smoothly when they’re a “yes” and she’s noticed that in many situations over the years. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Patty’s interview here Connect with Patty - Her Website Sensuality Secrets - Self Date Facebook l4meCJYOdUDgfitIECHp

Patty Contenta is a professional dancer, choreographer, judge, Master Examiner and international traveling dance consultant for the world renowned Arthur Murray Dance Studio Franchise. She’s the founder of Sensuality Secrets, the author of Desirable And Deserving e-book and the creator of the Sexy In Seconds DVD Program that helps women who are struggling with their body image reconnect with their feminine energy and sensuality through the art of body language and dance. Patty’s mission is to have women release their resistance to expressing their sensuality by providing techniques that will lead them to be more playful, build their self-esteem and exude a natural confidence. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra Curiosity. When You “Tripped Up” in Partnership Patty tells us about a time in a recent professional partnership. This is a part of her life that she felt was fully “under control”. She had a brick and mortar dance studio. They would have bilateral meetings among the other studios. She was very involved in these meetings until ownership started to change. She was then left out of more and more things as time went on. She found herself not as involved as before so she started to panic. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Proudest Moment In Partnership Patty explains how proud she is to own her situations and what happens to her rather than putting it on someone else. She would own what’s going on even if she doesn’t have an exact answer at that moment. Every time there’s a disturbance of some sort, she tries to ask herself, “what is this trying to teach me?” Find out how it all comes together by listening to the podcast. The Best Relationship Advice You’ve Ever Received Have compassion for whoever stands in front of you. Best Partnership Resource Getting the Love You Want - Harville Hendrix Interview Links - Her Website Sensuality Secrets - Self Date Facebook

Originally from Chicago, Samantha Bennett is a writer, speaker, actor, teacher and creativity/productivity specialist and the author of the bestselling, "Get It Done: From Procrastination to Creative Genius in 15 Minutes a Day" which Seth Godin called, “An instant classic, essential reading for anyone who wants to make a ruckus.” Her latest bestseller is, "Start Right Where You Are: How Little Changes Can Make a Big Difference for Overwhelmed Procrastinators, Frustrated Overachievers and Recovering Perfectionists" (New World Library). She is also the creator of The Organized Artist Company, dedicated to helping creative people get unstuck, helping them to focus and move forward on their goals. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra The cure for everything is salt water...sweat, tears or the sea. When You “Tripped Up” in Partnership Samantha has the habit of being loyal to the point of self neglect. There’s been many relationships, with both people and organizations, that she’s let go on for way too long. She would be very unhappy but allow it to go on for far too long before she would leave. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Proudest Moment In Partnership About 10 years ago she was talking to her great friend, Phil. He had a wonderful idea for a show. He was wondering if she would write the script for it. She said yes right away. It ended up being a great show. Then they had about 8 years of “development hell”. They would think they had an investor, then it wouldn’t work out. Things kept repeating. Find out how it all comes together by listening to the podcast. Best Partnership Resource Start Right Where You Are: How Little Changes Can Make a Big Difference for Overwhelmed Procrastinators, Frustrated Overachievers, and Recovering Perfectionists - Samantha Bennett Interview Links - The 5-min Art Exercise and Freebies In A Booth At Chasen’s Facebook

Do you follow your "Yes?"Following your "Yes" is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Laurie GerberNot Following - Laurie relates back to her interview, discussing when her and her husband were on the brinks of divorce. She had many signs from her inner knowing of how she should be with her husband. She remembers always telling herself when she got home from work, “be nice, be nice, be nice”, and it’s almost like the more she told herself, the more she rebelled. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Following - Laurie describes this moment as the time she was open and he was brave enough to tell her the truth about how he felt. She remembers being taken back at how brave he truly was because she had shut it down for so long. During that moment is when everything else started to come together. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Laurie’s interview here Connect with Laurie - Her Website Find out which areas of life you may need to work on with the free coaching tool from Laurie Gerber and Handel Group, The Current Reality Quiz. Check out our free, time-trusted coaching tool, The Art of Being Honest, and learn how to have difficult conversations with grace and wisdom. Inner.U is the digital coaching course from Handel Group – 14+ hours of audio coaching, 50+ written assignments, community chat, and much more. Use code PARTNERSHIPS75 for $75 off a subscription at checkout! Free Consultation at Handel Group Facebook Dr. Jessica Higgins Not Following - Jessica referred back to the story she shared in her interview of a guy she was with a long time ago before she met her husband. Jessica wasn’t aware of her patterns during that conflict. Jessica constantly felt compelled to rationalize and defend. She felt a little outside of herself. She was trying to change his perception of her. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Following - Jessica was a clear “yes” to be committed to being connected to herself when entering in relationships. She relates back to when she first met her husband. At first she wasn’t sure if he wanted a relationship or if he was emotionally available. It wasn’t a clear “yes” on him at first but it was a clear “yes” on her. She learned so much from her past relationship that she was able to be vulnerable with him. By her doing that, he began to lean in more and more each time. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Jessica's interview here Connect with Jessica - Her Website Empowered Relationship Podcast Susan Johnson's Therapy - EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) Relationship Map Twitter Facebook

Dr. Jessica Higgins is a Licensed Psychologist and Relationship Coach. Her ultimate goal is to help people acquire the insight, learning, and practice to navigate the terrain of intimacy more effectively. Jessica is the founder and creator of Connected Couple, which is a comprehensive, research-based, transformational, relationship program. She is also the host of the Empowered Relationship Podcast which inspires, motivates, and guides individuals and couples into more empowered, conscious, and evolved ways of loving. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra Getting outside of myself to find that deep, inner connection. When You “Tripped Up” in Partnership Back in the early 2000’s Jessica was in a relationship where they were both very attracted to each other, shared a lot of chemistry, and both thought that they found the one. About 18 months in they started to experience some challenge together. Jessica would always try to negotiate by explaining. She was unpacking her message but it wasn’t coming from a very authentic, vulnerable state of mind. It was more of a justification, rationalization state of mind. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Proudest Moment In Partnership Two to three years ago Jessica was asked to do a keynote presentation about the developmental stages of relationships. She was trying to provide an experience of being in a relationship and being in the opposition so that people could truly feel the flow. They did an exercise to demonstrate. With this exercise, most people have the automatic fight, flight, or freeze response. When they were doing this it sent Jessica back to remembering when the guy she was in a relationship with was scared during their vicious cycle. Find out how it all comes together by listening to the podcast. What’s Best Partnership Advice You Have Ever Received? Taking full responsibility. Best Partnership Resource Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love - Sue Johnson Interview Links - Her Website Empowered Relationship Podcast Susan Johnson's Therapy - EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) Relationship Map Twitter Facebook

Laurie Gerber is passionate about personal development and has been coaching individuals and groups for over 15 years. As Head Coach at Handel Group® Life Coaching, Laurie teaches people to tell the truth and pursue their dreams through live events, one-on-one coaching and online coaching courses, as a writer, on radio, and in frequent TV appearances on MTV, A&E, Dr. Phil Show, and the TODAY show.  Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra Maybe it’s me. When You “Tripped Up” in Partnership Laurie talks about her near divorce experience. She was about 10 years into a relationship, 5 years into marriage, 2 kids, living in a small apartment in New York City. She was still getting coaching and was asked what her dream was and what she’s inspired by. In that moment she couldn’t answer. The more she probbed, she realized she did care a lot about intimacy, communication, and feeling connected. But, essentially Laurie had given up on it. Find out what happened by listening to the podcast. Proudest Moment In Partnership Laurie refers back to the same story of finding her connection with her husband again. That’s the bravest and most comprehensive she has ever been. She wanted to chicken out at so many stages, but she didn’t. She acted in accordance with her highest ideals at every step of the way. It was their true, bright turning point for their relationship. What’s Best Partnership Advice You Have Ever Received? Have a dream and a vision. Best Partnership Resource Maybe It’s You: Cut The Crap. Face Your Fears. Love Your Life. - Lauren Handel Zander Interview Links - Her Website Find out which areas of life you may need to work on with the free coaching tool from Laurie Gerber and Handel Group, The Current Reality Quiz.   Check out our free, time-trusted coaching tool, The Art of Being Honest, and learn how to have difficult conversations with grace and wisdom.   Inner.U is the digital coaching course from Handel Group - 14+ hours of audio coaching, 50+ written assignments, community chat, and much more. Use code PARTNERSHIPS75 for $75 off a subscription at checkout! Free Consultation at Handel Group Facebook

Do you follow your "Yes?"Following your "Yes" is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Danny LevinNot Following - Danny has always been someone who has looked for the truth in everything. He explains that there is a very thin line between the “yes” that comes from source and the “yes” that comes from self. There was a very difficult time many years ago with his wife, when they had their daughter who was developmentally delayed. It was a very difficult thing to process. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Following - When Danny is kind to himself, he becomes open and vulnerable to his wife. He tells her everything. They have real vulnerable, open conversations, and deeper connections. All of this creates even a stronger mosaic of love for each other Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Danny’s interview here Connect with Danny - His Website Facebook Facebook Group Linked In Instagram Twitter Tara Cousineau Not Following - Tara talks about a recent experience that was during a business process. Tara had a small research firm where she had a group of psychologists, and they were getting these great government grants. It was to help promote emotional intelligence in kids. She started to burnout after a while because it’s very difficult applying for these grants and being accepted. She knew she was burning herself out being the CEO, CFO, COO, and research scientist. She felt obligated. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Following - This was when Tara decided to write her book, The Kindness Cure. It was after a traumatic experience where her daughter was beat up and she was asking for kindness. During this time, Tara was feeling very upset and exhausted from the world. She started to see others succeed and it was all about cutting through the fears and stepping into your vulnerability. After that she woke up one morning and knew she was writing a book on kindness. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Tara's interview here Connect with Tara - Her Website Twitter Facebook Linked In Instagram

Tara Cousineau is the author of a new book, "The Kindness Cure: How the Science of Compassion Can Heal your Heart and Your World". She is also a psychologist and coach in the Boston area, a yogi and a meditation teacher. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra How can I bring kindfulness to this moment? When You “Tripped Up” in Partnership When Tara was in her mid 20’s, in college, she moved to Boston from Germany where she had done a year long program. She felt lonely when she was there so she took up ballroom dancing classes while she was there. When she came back to Boston she didn’t know anyone either. She then took up dancing once again. She had a lot of fun doing it and started to get better. She even ended up becoming an amateur doing it. She ended up doing competitions with her dance instructor. She then ended up dating him and he was significantly older. Find out what happened by listening to the podcast. That “Duh” Moment in Partnership Tara relates back to that whole ballroom dancing phase. She became friendly with her coworker who was senior to her. She always had a rule that you don’t date people you work with. But she didn’t apply this to ballroom dancing. She was sort of cautious with her now husband. She held back some because he worked with her. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. What is the Best Partnership Advice You Give Your Clients? You have to get out of bed and get physically active so you’re not going into the addictive drone of the brain. What’s Best Partnership Advice You Have Ever Received? Don’t take things personally. Best Partnership Resource The Kindness Cure: How the Science of Compassion Can Heal Your Heart and Your World - Tara Cousineau Take the Quiz - Discover Your Kindness Quotient Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love and Life from Dear Sugar - Cheryl Strayed Interview Links - Her Website Twitter Facebook Linked In Instagram

Daniel Levin walked away from an opportunity to run a business that was a household name in order to hitchhike around the world to find happiness and inner peace. The people he met along his journey remind him a lot of the characters he spoke of in his book, The Mosaic. For most of his life, Levin felt different. He saw things others did not see and thought in ways that were unlike the ways of his peers. It made him feel alone and isolated, and though he knew how to play the game and interact with others well, he never felt he was the same as them. This all changed when he started to work with government and corporations seeking innovation. Suddenly, it was his ability to see differently that made him a sought out commodity. Levin, a connectivity expert and business leader, works with governments organizations, corporations and businesses to improve how people treat themselves and each other. Sharing a message of unification, he is a sought after speaker for groups whose focus is problem solving and conflict resolution. Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra Connected we’re happy, disconnected we suffer. When You Lose Connection to Yourself Danny explains that when you feel connected to your purpose, but you’re hard on yourself and knock yourself down each time, how connected to your purpose can you actually be. People sabotage themselves at every turn. People begin to not trust themselves, thinking good things will never happen. Find out what else Danny explains by listening to the podcast. What is the Best Partnership Advice You Have Ever Received? Speak without anger and listen without judgement. Best Partnership Resource The Four Agreements - Don Miguel Ruiz The Mosaic - Daniel Levin Interview Links - His Website Facebook Facebook Group Linked In Instagram Twitter

Do you follow your "Yes?"Following your "Yes" is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”.  Enjoy! Rhonda BrittenNot Following - Rhonda feels like she’s had plenty of those in the past. The one that comes top of mind for her is her first partnership with the Fearless Living partner. They were professional trainers. They trainer companies in corporate settings, and designed and developed them. At the time Rhonda was doing workshops from her home, churches, and other areas. In order to scale up, she needed the help and expertise. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Following - When Rhonda launched her book she was sent on a tour around America, Europe, and Australia. While in the UK she was told that they were looking for people to audition for a reality show. They were looking for a Life Coach so she was asked if she would like to audition. She was very clear from the start that she was a “yes”. She didn’t know what it would entail, but she was a for sure “yes”. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Rhonda’s interview here Connect with Rhonda - FREE GIFT from Rhonda Britten Her Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Youtube Kristine Carlson Not Following - Recently, Kristine started working on a project with a partner. It was a partner she was dating at the time. She had the feeling that it was a bad idea to have a business relationship as well and felt the timing was off. It was the right time for him but not for her. She went ahead and did it anyway, but it really hasn’t worked out too well. Find out what happened next by listening to the podcast. Following - Recently, Kristine launched a program. It was a program she really wanted to do but not solely on her own. She then started working on the program with someone else and it was so enjoyable. Her partner also had the feeling that she wanted to do it with someone and not on her own. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast. Listen to Kristine's interview here Connect with Kristine - Ted Talk From Heartbreak to Wholeness Website Don’t Sweat Facebook

Kristine Carlson is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and leader in the field of transformation. After collaborating with her late husband Dr. Richard Carlson to create the Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff series — Kris is emerging as a profound teacher in the areas that matter most to the human heart: how to heal and how to love. In her forthcoming book, From Heartbreak to Wholeness: The Hero’s Journey to Joy, she offers a process for healing that goes beyond common prescriptions for getting through the pain of heartbreak of all kinds. She takes readers by the hand, giving them a life-altering map for navigating the journey from loss to joy—one that can awaken them to a deep love affair with life. Kris is known for her authenticity, vulnerability, and humor, leaving her audiences moved, inspired, and optimistic about the future. She has been featured on national radio and television, including The Today Show, Good Morning America, The View, and The Oprah Winfrey Show.  Guiding Principle, Quote, or Mantra You have to have a total neutral respect for one another. How to Recognize and Sweat the Small Stuff There’s a few things that are very important in order to do this. If you understand something about your own thinking, you understand things about moods, feelings and separate realities. If you live presently and put all these things together, then learn about those, that really helps in sweating the small stuff. Find out more by listening to the podcast. Your Experience with the Trap of Personal Development Every relationship is very unique. No matter the relationship, the respect piece is very important and has to be there. No matter if you’re in the superior role or not, what’s important is that you treat people with a lot of compassion, understanding, and kindness. For more insight on this, listen to the podcast. What is the Best Partnership Advice You Have Ever Received? Every person that you meet and every relationship that you have matters. Until you determined that person who has 99-100% of the qualities that you’re looking for, every other person really matters because they helped you decide and determine who you’re looking for. Best Partnership Resource Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff In Love - Richard & Kristine Carlson Interview Links - Ted Talk From Heartbreak to Wholeness Website Don’t Sweat Facebook