Podcast appearances and mentions of abby rodman

In this episode, Abby Rodman psychotherapist and author draws upon her own experience with divorce, her clinical experience and the responses of hundreds of women to a survey on divorce, to share what we rarely hear about divorce. Abby Rodman shares the insider story. She shares the fears, blame, hardship, parental worry and ultimate growth that is possible whether a divorce comes after two or twenty years, and whether it comes by choice, betrayal or mutual despair. As described in her book, Without This Ring, Abby Rodman does not advocate for divorce: but when there is no choice, she advocates for women to know they are not alone, to believe in themselves and to identify the feelings and dynamics that can be addressed with help on many levels. She will not be speaking about finding someone new. She will be speaking about the power of first finding you. Everyone will benefit from this show.

In this episode, Abby Rodman psychotherapist and author draws upon her own experience with divorce, her clinical experience and the responses of hundreds of women to a survey on divorce, to share what we rarely hear about divorce. Abby Rodman shares the insider story. She shares the fears, blame, hardship, parental worry and ultimate growth that is possible whether a divorce comes after two or twenty years, and whether it comes by choice, betrayal or mutual despair. As described in her book, Without This Ring, Abby Rodman does not advocate for divorce: but when there is no choice, she advocates for women to know they are not alone, to believe in themselves and to identify the feelings and dynamics that can be addressed with help on many levels. She will not be speaking about finding someone new. She will be speaking about the power of first finding you. Everyone will benefit from this show.

In this episode, Abby Rodman psychotherapist and author draws upon her own experience with divorce, her clinical experience and the responses of hundreds of women to a survey on divorce, to share what we rarely hear about divorce. Abby Rodman shares the insider story. She shares the fears, blame, hardship, parental worry and ultimate growth that is possible whether a divorce comes after two or twenty years, and whether it comes by choice, betrayal or mutual despair. As described in her book, Without This Ring, Abby Rodman does not advocate for divorce: but when there is no choice, she advocates for women to know they are not alone, to believe in themselves and to identify the feelings and dynamics that can be addressed with help on many levels. She will not be speaking about finding someone new. She will be speaking about the power of first finding you. Everyone will benefit from this show.

Join Sisters Cracking Up, as we interview Gabrielle Glaser on her groundbreaking, bestselling book, "Her Best-Kept Secret: Why Women Drink -- and How They Can Regain Control." If you've ever struggled with alcohol addiction (or if someone you love has) OR if you've ever simply questioned your own relationship with alcohol (pandemic drinking, anyone?), this episode is a must listen. From how women process alcohol, to how they feel about themselves when they drink, to what makes women drink...it's all here in this episode. (HINT: They're all very different from men's experience with booze.) And if you're a woman considering AA, Glaser's findings and research on women and AA may surprise (shock!) you. Join sisters Abby Rodman and Julie Howard for an in-depth interview with Gabrielle Glaser on her acclaimed book. Gabrielle Glaser is the author, most recently, of "American Baby: A Mother, A Child, and the Shadow History of Adoption," which tells the shocking truth about postwar adoption in America through the bittersweet story of one teenager, the son she was forced to relinquish, and their lifelong search to find each other. The New York Times, the Washington Post, and NPR named it a best book of 2021.  Gabrielle's 2013 book examining women's drinking and the American rehab industry, "Her Best-Kept Secret: Why Women Drink -- and How They Can Regain Control" was a New York Times bestseller.  She has covered the intersection of health, medicine, and culture for The New York Times and many other publications, including The Atlantic, The Washington Post, and Scientific American, and is the mother of three grown daughters.     

Have you ever been made to doubt what you know to be true by a partner, a friend, a sibling, or a parent? If so, there's a good chance you've been gaslighted. Thanks to Dr. Robin Stern, "gaslighting" -- the term she coined to describe the experience of being manipulated into doubting one's own truth or sanity -- has been brought to the collective forefront of what we now understand is a form of psychological abuse. Her book, The Gaslight Effect: How to Spot and Survive the Hidden Manipulation Others Use to Control Your Life is the gold standard in the psychology field for those who've been the victims of this insidious and soul-destructing form of control -- and for mental health providers who need to know how it may be effecting the lives of their clients. Why do some people gaslight others? Why are others more susceptible to being gaslit? And, if you are being gaslighted, what can you do about it?  Join Sisters Cracking Up hosts Abby Rodman and Julie Howard as they interview Dr. Robin Stern about gaslighting and her bestselling book. You don't want to miss this one, Sisters! Robin Stern, Ph.D., is the co-founder and associate director for the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and an associate research scientist at the Child Study Center at Yale. She is a licensed psychoanalyst with 30 years of experience treating individuals, couples and families. Robin is the co-developer of RULER (an acronym for the five key emotion skills of recognizing, understanding, labeling, expressing, and regulating emotions) an evidence-based approach to social and emotional learning that has been adopted by over 1,500 public, charter, and private pre-school to high schools across the United States and in other countries. Robin regularly consults with schools nationally and across the globe. She also consults with large companies, including Facebook and Google on best practices for integrating the principles of emotional intelligence into training and product design. With Facebook, she has co-developed a number of products, including a social resolution tools to help adults and youth resolve online conflict and the bullying prevention hub to support educators, families, and teens. Robin is the co-founder of Star Factor Coaching, a model of leadership coaching anchored in the skills of emotional intelligence and was a founding member of the Woodhull Institute for Ethical Leadership, where she spent 15 years creating and facilitating professional development programs for aspiring women leaders. In 2014-15 Robin was a fellow in the Yale Public Voices Fellowship, and her work is frequently published in popular media outlets, such as Psychology Today, The Huffington Post, Time.com, The Washington Post, The Hill, Harvard Business Review. She has been a guest on many local and national radio shows and has traveled widely to lecture on emotional intelligence, women in leadership and on relational bullying.    

Gary Janetti, comedy genius and royalty, joins us to talk about his new book, Start Without Me: I'll Be There in a Minute.  You already know and love Gary Janetti from his work on Family Guy, The Prince, and Will & Grace. Now, you'll get to know and love the person behind the laughs as he shares what and who inspires him -- and his thoughts on commencement speeches, tanning, and fame. Sisters Cracking Up hosts Abby Rodman and Julie Howard talk with Gary about his comedy roots, inspirations, and the people most important to him. We even got him to read some selections from his new book. Gary has nearly a million followers on Instagram for good reason -- and we grill him on that, too! Gary Janetti is a four-time Emmy nominated writer and producer who is the showrunner and creator of HBOMax's The Prince. He got his start writing on several network series before joining Fox's Family Guy where he was on the original writing staff and went on to pen many memorable episodes featuring Brian and Stewie. He then wrote on NBC's Will & Grace, where he rose to executive producer and showrunner. His popular Instagram account of over 900k followers has been featured and praised in such publications as the New York Times, People and Vanity Fair. Janetti's first book, Do You Mind If I Cancel? became an instant New York Times bestseller. He lives in Los Angeles with his husband, TV personality and fashion expert Brad Goreski.

This is a fun and high energy episode with Sisters Abby Rodman, psychotherapist, and Julie Howard beauty/trend expert cohosts on the Sisters Cracking Up Podcast for midlife women,    We talk about all the pet peeves of midlife from beauty and aging, empty nest, divorce, switching careers to finding ourselves and living our best lives. And collectively we agreed that the biggest pet peeve is not being recognized for the hard-earned wisdom and life experience. This is a fabulous conversation where we all share the stories and lessons of our lives. Even though we just met this episode is like eavesdropping on old friends over a coffee chat. I know you will relate to this episode on so many levels.     About Sisters Cracking Up Podcast   Sisters Cracking Up. We're sisters psychotherapist Abby Rodman and beauty expert Julie Howard and we're here to talk with women in midlife about what is “cracking” them and what is cracking them up. Like so many of you, we are navigating the “sandwich” between parenting children and managing aging parents.   website: https://www.sisterscrackingup.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sisterscrackingupInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisters_cracking_up/

We're joined today by Kristin van Ogtrop, former Editor-in-Chief of Real Simple magazine. Join in as real-life sisters psychotherapist Abby Rodman and Beauty and Marketing Exec Julie Howard discuss Kristin's new book, Did I Say That Out Loud? Midlife Indignities and How to Survive Them. Abby and Kristin commiserate on the challenges of having three sons (DON'T wear beige, keep your pocketbook open, and your mouth shut!), and Kristin talks openly and hilariously about her midlife career change.

In midlife, it's not too late to manifest the life of your dreams. Most of us have heard of "The Secret" -- but what if that technique of manifesting has just never worked for you? Listen in as sisters psychotherapist, Abby Rodman, and beauty and wellness expert, Julie Howard, talk with author and intuitive, Liz Dean, as she describes the exciting practice of using Switchwords to get exactly what you want.  

In this episode, Abby Rodman psychotherapist and author draws upon her own experience with divorce, her clinical experience and the responses of hundreds of women to a survey on divorce, to share what we rarely hear when we learn someone is getting a divorce or has been divorced. Abby Rodman shares the insider story. She shares the fears, blame, hardship, parental worry and ultimate growth that is possible whether a divorce comes after two years or twenty, and whether it comes by choice, betrayal or mutual despair. As described in her book, Without This Ring, Abby Rodman does not advocate for divorce: but when there is no choice, she advocates for women to know they are not alone, to believe in themselves and to identify the feelings and dynamics that can be addressed with help on many levels. She will not be speaking about finding someone new. She will be speaking about the power of first finding you. Both women and men will benefit from this show.

In this episode, Abby Rodman psychotherapist and author draws upon her own experience with divorce, her clinical experience and the responses of hundreds of women to a survey on divorce, to share what we rarely hear when we learn someone is getting a divorce or has been divorced. Abby Rodman shares the insider story. She shares the fears, blame, hardship, parental worry and ultimate growth that is possible whether a divorce comes after two years or twenty, and whether it comes by choice, betrayal or mutual despair. As described in her book, Without This Ring, Abby Rodman does not advocate for divorce: but when there is no choice, she advocates for women to know they are not alone, to believe in themselves and to identify the feelings and dynamics that can be addressed with help on many levels. She will not be speaking about finding someone new. She will be speaking about the power of first finding you. Both women and men will benefit from this show.

In this episode, real life sisters, psychotherapist Abby Rodman and beauty expert Julie Howard discuss sexlessness in marriages and relationships. Drawing from a survey that garnered hundreds of responses (from mostly men!), you'll hear the skinny and the scoop on how and why a relationship becomes sexless. Abby discusses having her house "cleared" by a Shamanic Practitioner, and Julie wonders if the Covid vaccine might have special "fountain of youth" powers. Tune in, Sisters!

Holidays feeling a little Covid-y this year? We're with you! In this episode, real-life sisters psychotherapist Abby Rodman and beauty expert Julie Howard talk about the joys and challenges of the holidays during the pandemic, Abby's famous (or she likes to think) turkey recipe, and listeners' election survey results. From red to blue and in between, we share 'em as we get 'em. On our Sister List this episode, Julie names the unforgettable (and much missed) Carrie Fisher, and Abby chooses her girl-crush, Abby Wambach.

In this episode, sisters beauty expert Julie Howard and psychotherapist Abby Rodman talk all things beauty. Listener-Sisters describe what makes them feel most beautiful, when ( and at what age) they felt most beautiful, and how their definition of beauty has changed over time. Julie dives deep into her own relationship with beauty after decades working in the beauty industry. Abby talks about downsizing after her recent move and the joys of bralessness.

Sisters psychotherapist Abby Rodman and beauty/trend expert Julie Howard lament the ongoing pandemic, ask Who does that? without judgment (while very much judging), and dig into listeners' fascinating sibling survey responses. Tune in to Episode #2.

On this episode, real life sisters, psychotherapist Abby Rodman and beauty expert Julie Howard, delve into and dish about the disturbing ridiculousness of white privilege, BLM, and YOUR pandemic survey answers.   

Abby Rodman, author of "Without This Ring" offers tips for getting through divorce.

Francesca is joined by Abby Rodman who's here share some insight from her book "Should you Marry Him." Stay tuned for an episode chock full of advice that anyone interested in tying the knot would be grateful to have.

Gaslighting is a psychological term that refers to one partner’s efforts to undermine the other’s grasp on reality in order to gain control. This is done by systematically making the victim feel like whatever the circumstances, her (or his) version of events is skewed, misconstrued, or imagined. Gaslighting makes you forfeit your own truth. Self-doubt takes over because you no longer rely on your reality. You lose touch with who you once were or thought you were — because everything is hazy now. You desperately want the someone closest to you to validate your feelings, beliefs, and experiences. But the validation never comes. Join Psychotherapist and best-selling author, Abby Rodman, as she discusses gaslighting -- and its very real impact on relationships.

In this episode, Abby Rodman psychotherapist and author draws upon her own experience with divorce, her clinical experience and the responses of hundreds of women to a survey on divorce, to share what we rarely hear when we learn someone is getting a divorce or has been divorced. Abby Rodman shares the insider story. She shares the fears, blame, hardship, parental worry and ultimate growth that is possible whether a divorce comes after two years or twenty, and whether it comes by choice, betrayal or mutual despair. As described in her book, Without This Ring, Abby Rodman does not advocate for divorce: but when there is no choice, she advocates for women to know they are not alone, to believe in themselves and to identify the feelings and dynamics that can be addressed with help on many levels. She will not be speaking about finding someone new. She will be speaking about the power of first finding you. Both women and men will benefit from this show.

One of the most dreaded steps in the divorce process — if not the most dreaded — is telling your kids your marriage is over and that their family as they’ve known it is about to change forever. If your kids are old enough to be “sat down” to have the divorce convo, there are some things you want to make sure to include as you roll out this unwelcome news. Join psychotherapist and bestselling author, Abby Rodman, as she outlines the things your kids need to hear -- and the promises you shouldn't make.

In every new relationship, the first weeks are crucial. They’re jam-packed with visceral and practical information about the person we’re considering getting involved with. Problem is, many of us plow through these early informational tidbits without giving them the credence they’re due. They may be vague doubts or huge, waving red flags. But because falling in love feels so damn good, we keep on. Save yourself a boatload of disappointment and heartache. Listen in as bestselling author and psychotherapist, Abby Rodman, describes 6 of the "red flags" you should be on the lookout for at the beginning of a relationship. For more of Abby's blogposts, podcasts, and generally unsolicited opinions, go to abbyrodman.com.

Could there be a scientific or personality-driven reason you keep choosing the wrong type of partner?  Sigmund Freud introduced the concept of the ego — one of three separate but interacting systems that drive human behaviors. The other two are the id and the superego. So, how does all this fit in when it comes to selecting a mate? Many clients come to therapy with this burning question: “Why do I keep choosing the wrong kind of partner?” If you’re also stumped by this frustrating conundrum, there may be a simple reason for it. It may lie in the part of your personality you’re operating from when you choose partners. Listen in as best-selling author and psychotherapist, Abby Rodman, offers a deeper explanation as to why you're stuck in this negative relationship loop. It may just change how you choose your next mate! For more of Abby's blogposts, podcasts, and generally unsolicited opinions, go to abbyrodman.com.  

Is Donald Trump a narcissist? Some in the mental health field think so...and that's why narcissism and Narcissistic Personality Disorder have been receiving so much attention lately in the media. Join Psychotherapist Abby Rodman as she explores 11 of the reasons you should run from narcissists -- those who simply aren't wired to be in fulfilling relationships.  Because of their lack of empathy and inability to admit their faults, narcissists are incapable of understanding the often insensitive and hurtful impact of their behaviors and decisions on others.  If you are in a relationship with a narcissist -- or suspect you might be -- tune in as Abby Rodman gets you clear on what narcissism is and why you should steer clear of those with NPD.  

When a husband cheats, his wife will inevitably demand to know why. And that's a hard one to answer. Psychotherapist and bestselling author, Abby Rodman, has counseled dozens of men who have cheated on their spouses. After nearly 20 years of talking to men about their infidelities, Abby knows why. And she guarantees it's not what you think. Who are men cheating with? Why do they risk it all to do it? In this podcast, Abby offers the answer. And it's one women find very difficult to hear.    

  Are you wondering if you're the "kind of person" who gets a divorce? You're not alone. Psychotherapist and best-selling author, Abby Rodman, explores why we don't think we're that "kind of person" until we do. Join Abby Rodman as she talks about the negative effects of labels and self-judgment when you're contemplating divorce or going through it -- and how to be kinder to yourself.  

What happens when you’re in a failing marriage and you don’t make moves typically associated with divorce? Or when you decide (or think) staying is a helluva lot easier than slicing up the pie and moving on? Roughly half of marriages end in divorce, but we know that doesn’t mean the other 50 percent are blissful. So, if we assume about 25 percent of marriages are good or good enough, that leaves the remaining 25 percent in unhappy or dysfunctional unions — and not doing anything about it. These folks are the invisibly divorced. Are you among their ranks? Join psychotherapist and bestselling author Abby Rodman and find out!  

Not again! Having the same argument you’ve had with your partner a dozen times before? You’re not alone. Relationship researcher John Gottman reports 69 percent of marital conflicts are never resolved. That adds up to a whole lot of repeat disagreements. You know better than anyone the hot topics in your relationship. Many couples argue about extended family (in-laws, usually), money, and parenting styles. Common issues may also include jealousy, substance use, and negotiating the right amount of time to spend together. You may be sick of hearing your partner’s same list of complaints and you may even be tired of your own. You both realize there’s got to be a better way, but how do you go about it? Join psychotherapist and bestselling author Abby Rodman and find out how!

Secrets? We've all kept them. Lies? We've all told them. But what are the consequences of keeping secrets from -- or lying to -- your partner? Join psychotherapist and relationship strategist Abby Rodman as she discusses how secrets and lies affect us in more ways than we think. If you're convinced that keeping the truth from your partner is better than coming clean, you may not be considering the cost of what that could be doing to the well-being of your partner and relationship...and, yes, even your health. Ready to tell the truth? Committed to keeping that secret or perpetuating that lie? Join Abby as she explores what both options really mean for you, your partner, and the future of your relationship.

Are you wondering if you're emotionally abused? Do you feel anxious around your partner on a consistent basis? Do you feel you're no longer the person you once were? Is your home life marked more by chaos than peace? No, you're not crazy. But if you're being emotionally abused, you may be starting to doubt your sanity. And that's only one of the many damaging byproducts of emotional abuse.  You're not alone. Emotional abuse touches women and men from all walks of life. But emotional abuse is invisible until you're able to really acknowledge just what's going on in your relationship.  Join psychotherapist Abby Rodman as she discusses the 5 sure signs of emotional abuse. Being able to recognize emotional abuse in your relationship is the first step toward a healthier you.  

In the history of the world, begging a partner to stay in a relationship has never ended in a good result. Even if — after all your pleading — your partner agrees to hang out in the relationship a while longer, it’s only a matter of time before he’ll grow tired of the charade. Not only that, but begging is demoralizing. There’s no dignity in it. And sometimes, when a relationship is crumbling, self-respect is all you’ve got left. Tears and threats won’t move your partner — at least not in any permanent fashion — so save your energy for tactics that will make a difference.  Psychotherapist and relationship specialist Abby Rodman offers six conversation starters that just may tilt the relationship — and your partner — back toward togetherness. 

Are hard decisions really that hard? Or do you already know the answers? Join psychotherapist and bestselling author Abby Rodman as she discusses how easy it is to get caught up in the concept of the hard decision...and what you need to do to break free from the questions that keep you trapped in a never-ending cycle of doubt and indecision.

As a mom of three sons and two stepsons, psychotherapist and bestselling author Abby Rodman has a lot to say about raising boys. Join Abby as she discusses her 10 Golden Rules for raising responsible, loving, and respectful sons.    

In this episode, Abby Rodman psychotherapist and author draws upon her own experience with divorce, her clinical experience and the responses of hundreds of women to a survey on divorce, to share what we rarely hear when we learn someone is getting a divorce or has been divorced. Abby Rodman shares the insider story. She shares the fears, blame, hardship, parental worry and ultimate growth that is possible whether a divorce comes after two years or twenty, and whether it comes by choice, betrayal or mutual despair. As described in her book, Without This Ring, Abby Rodman does not advocate for divorce: but when there is no choice, she advocates for women to know they are not alone, to believe in themselves and to identify the feelings and dynamics that can be addressed with help on many levels. She will not be speaking about finding someone new. She will be speaking about the power of first finding you. Both women and men will benefit from this show.

Did you know the #1 reason second marriages derail is because new spouses can't figure out how to navigate the challenges of step-parenting?  If it seems your partner will do almost anything to remain connected to his/her kids -- even allowing themselves to be controlled or manipulated -- you may find yourself in a difficult and frustrating position as their stepparent. Psychotherapist Abby Rodman -- a stepparent herself -- discusses six common issues stepparents face, and suggests ways to approach your spouse so he/she will hear your concerns. Together, you can make the necessary changes to ensure step-parenting success and a happy marital future. Don't join the ranks of the second marriage divorces. Communication is the key and silence is the enemy. It's time to have the crucial conversations that will keep your marriage and blended family -- on track. For more of Abby Rodman's work, visit her website at abbyrodman.com.

Psychotherapist and #1 Bestselling author Abby Rodman offers a new way to frame an affair which focuses on your personal growth and enlightenment, rather than the heartache and details of the affair itself. Healing from infidelity is challenging at best, but your takeaway from this experience is what will ultimately predict how you process your partner's affair and what the future quality of your marriage -- or next relationship -- will be.

Fewer things in life are as upsetting as your spouse telling you he or she wants to split -- especially if you don't. Just the idea of divorce sends you into a tailspin. What now? Psychotherapist and bestselling author Abby Rodman maps out the 5 essential things you must do to navigate these rocky times and plan your next steps.

Abby Rodman is a psychotherapist, relationship expert, author and speaker, renowned for her focus on midlife dating, marriage and divorce. She has appeared on the Today Show, HuffPost Live, and is regularly sought out by print, broadcast and online media outlets for her expertise on relationship issues. She is the author of two books, Should You Marry Him? and Without This Ring: A Woman’s Guide To Successfully Living Through and Beyond Midlife Divorce. Join us as we discuss thriving after midlife divorce!

Lorii Abela, Soulmate Expert, gets candid with Abby Rodman, LICSW. Abby talked about the common problems in relationships and how they can be avoided.

Aug. 5, 6:15 pm ET: This show features a discussion with Abby Rodman, Best Selling Author of Should You Marry Him?. Call-in / Listen Live: (646)595-2850.