Podcasts about Couples therapy

Honouring Mental Health Awareness month in Web3 on Self Care, Body Work, Headshots, NFTs, Relationships, being on Music Tours, Journaling, my new Mental Health NFT Selfie Series, and friendships that blossomed through the 7-year journey with my dear fren Alessandra Levy. Alessandra is all things creative. A voice actor, vocalist, bass player and producer. From creating characters at the age of three, to singing in front of large groups at thirteen, she knew her place was on stage, in the studio, and on camera. Growing up in a musical family helped, as weekends were spent having family jam sessions. Soon after her completing degree in studio music, she landed a gig singing with Ben Folds and the Pittsburgh Symphony, sang for Radio City Music Hall as a Rockette, and sang on My Brightest Diamond's album “This is My Hand.” Studio singing quickly opened up the doors for her as a voice actor, with clients such as Google, Starbucks, Verizon, LEGO, Target, Aflac, Cinnabon, Hello Fresh, Ketel One Vodka, Hasbro, Amazon, Fidelity, iHeartRadio and many others. Alessandra Levy's Socials Website: https://www.alessandralevy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alessandraglevy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alessandravoice/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/alessandravox Check other episodes here: She's All Over The Place: Jimena Buena Vida NFT Artist from Colombia She's All Over The Place: NFTs Sketch by Sketch Mental Health with Sheila Darcey aka sketchpoetic She's All Over The Place: Film Festival Circuit & the Making of Couples Therapy the Award Winning Lockdown Comedy Improv Web Series on Apple Podcasts She's All Over The Place: Voiceover and Mastermind with Alessandra Levy    Connect more with Katie: Music | KC (chonacas.com) Mental Health NFT Collectionhttps://www.heylayer.com/collection/488 Merch and more:https://www.chonacas.com/  

It's easier than you think to become amazing at meditation and meditating just 15 minutes a day will change your life! Imagine feeling more content in your life and confident in your decisions. Imagine all your relationships improving as you're able to communicate more effectively. Imagine stopping the self-doubt, regrets and guilt! Today I'm teaching you why you're not meditating and my simple steps to making it an easy part of your day. Full blog and shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-meditation-benefits-your-relationships-and-theres-an-easy-way-to-learn-2/ Meditation Album: Learn to Meditate for 15 Minutes in Just 15 Days: https://abbymedcalf.com/product/learn-to-meditate-for-15-minutes-in-just-15-days/ FREE Meditation Starter Kit: https://abbymedcalf.com/product/meditation-starter-kit/ ______________________________ Subscribe today to get my love letter to you! This biweekly reminder will keep you on the path to creating connected, happy relationships (especially the one with yourself!). https://abbymedcalf.com/   For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving   Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won't Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book   Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my online courses (some are FREE!) or grab a workbook: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/   A great idea to stay motivated and keep your head in a positive direction is to buy some of my fabulous, inspirational merchandise. Get yourself a t-shirt, mug, tote bag or notebook with that daily reminder that you've got this! https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/     Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/abbymedcalfphd/ YouTube: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving

In today's episode the discuss the concept of mentalising: our ability to understand what goes on in our own and another person's state of mind. Mentalising is something that we learn when growing up. The better our primary caretakers are at tuning in and paying attention to our physical and emotional needs as a child, the better we are as adults to reflect on our own thoughts, feelings and behaviours as well as those of others. Mentalising means that we can step outside of our self and look in: what am I feeling/thinking/doing and why? And why is my partner responding in this way? What's going on for them?Mentalising is a skill we learned as well as an attitude. Those who are good at mentalising are good at emphasising and in this process they also learn something about themselves. Good mentalisers are interested and curious in other people and what makes them tick.Couples in distress usually struggle with their mentalising capacities. They are often not in tune with their own states of mind and they struggle to engage with their partner's inner landscape. Stress is the enemy of mentalisation. Our brain goes offline and we are simply acting in survival mode losing connection to others.

In this episode, the gang returns from their spring hiatus but with an episode that we recorded pre-hiatus in March. The episode is all about the importance of having (or faking) confidence when you're out there in the dating world. Topics include:The importance of confidence but why “the prowl” can be a turn off (11:12)Going out with no ulterior motive will likely work in your favor (17:51)Memory and don't get caught up in what other people are thinking (22:15)F*ck yes or no? (26:38)It's so easy to fall in love with a stranger (32:24)Should you feel guilt if someone approaches you but you're in a relationship? And a tangent about cheating while traveling for business (36:20)Finally, they wrap things up with some advice to our past-selves (42:52).OUR NEXT EPISODE WILL BE OUT JUNE 6! This show is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you listen to your podcasts.Email us at keepyourselfwarmpod@gmail.com for booking, seek our advice, and all that fun stuff.

NARCISSISM IN RELATIONSHIPS: In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we discuss the topic of narcissism and what you should do if you find yourself in a relationship with a narcissist Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com

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In this episode I speak with Coach Laura Gethers, conflict resolution expert, author, speaker, and founder of Love Harder Marriage Coaching. Laura has a desire to equip couples with the tools they need so their relationships can succeed. We discuss why marriage is not be the goal, what she sees most among couples that lead to their failed relationships with their spouses/partners, and the unique technique she uses to help them regain trust and open dialogue in their relationships.Episode Highlights: – How to have a healthy marriage– Boxing as a Coaching tool– Help for singles and couples– Communication is key

We have another great episode for you this month, but before we tell you about it, we want to thank everyone who became a Maximum Fun member or upgraded their membership during the MaxFunDrive this year. If you haven't done so yet you still can by going to maximumfun.org/join.  Moving on to this month's dead pilot! It's called How To Be A Couple written by Naomi Ekperigin (The Standups on Netflix, Mythic Quest) & Andy Beckerman (The Pete Holmes Show). Naomi and Andy are the co-hosts of the fantastic Couples Therapy podcast. This is a very autobiographical pilot about Natalie and Sam, a bi-racial couple who are in a throuple with their careers. The pilot was sold to Comedy Central with Annie Mebane attached to showrun and executive produce. The project was originally developed by CBS TV Studios.  The cast for this one is top notch as always! It features Naomi Ekperigin as Natalie, Andy Beckerman as Sam, Chris Tallman (Reno 911!) as Landlord Rick, Jessica Regan (lll Behavior) as Professor Miriam Fogle, Nyima Funk (Key & Peele) as Sandra, Matt Catanzano (The Last OG) as Craig, Mort Burke (The Mindy Project) as Gene, Aparna Nancherla (Mythic Quest) as Sofia, and Andrew Reich with stage directions.  Tune in next week for our interview with Naomi and Andy. Thanks for supporting our show! Enjoy! If you want to watch the video for our table reads you can do so by becoming MaxFun member  for as little as $5 by going to https://maximumfun.org/join For more Dead Pilots Society episodes and information about our live shows, please subscribe to the podcast!Make sure to like us on Facebook, follow us on Instagram, and Twitter, and visit our website at deadpilotssociety.com

*Content warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault and trauma*This week, jarrett and Tre'vell sit down with sexpert Jimanekia Eborn to answer listener questions about sex and sexuality. It was such a great conversation we couldn't fit it into just one episode. There are questions about mismatched libidos, how to go through a “hoe phase” and communicate with prospective partners, and how to talk to your partners about what you like in bed…before you're in bed.  Plus, Tre'vell has thoughts on the Kendrick Lamar single Auntie Diaries.Mentioned in the ShowKendrick Lamar's Auntie DiariesTrauma Queen podcastJimanekia Eborn on TwitterMiss Jaiya's Erotic Blueprint testYes, No, Maybe testDIS/Honorable Mentions JH:dm: to subscriber platforms that don't let you pause/cancel in the app. (orange theory, hello fresh)vitamin d deficiencyhm: Couple's Therapy on Showtimehm: Balance: Positioning Yourself to Do All Things Well by Touré RobertsTAHM: Linnethia LoungeHM: Middle seat etiquette Black History is Happening Every Day!Jessica Watkins to be the 1st Black woman to serve at the International Space Station. On Wednesday, SpaceX launches the next NASA astronauts to the International Space Station — including Jessica Watkins, who is to become the first Black woman on a long-duration mission.Our Sponsors This WeekBetterHelpBetterHelp is customized online therapy that offers video, phone and even live chat sessions with your therapist, so you don't have to see anyone on camera if you don't want to. FANTI listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/FANTI. Brooklinen:Comfort-ers in chief and creators of the softest, most luxurious home essentials, perfect for relaxation. For $20 off your purchase of $100 or more, visit Brooklinen.com and use promo code [FANTI] Go ahead and @ usEmail: FANTI@maximumfun.orgIG@FANTIpodcast@Jarrett Hill@rayzon (Tre'Vell)Twitter@FANTIpodcast@TreVellAnderson@JarrettHill@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher) FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.orgLaura Swisher is senior producer and Lorraine Wheat is producer. Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre'Vell Anderson,Music: Cor.eceGraphics: Ashley Nguyen

This week Jamie talks to Dr. Jenn Mann, renown psychotherapist who is most known as the host and therapist for VH1's long standing hit shows - Couples Therapy with Dr. Jenn and Family Therapy with Dr. Jenn.  She has also appeared as a guest expert on hundreds of other shows including The Today Show, Dr. Oz, Wendy Williams, The Doctors, Jimmy Kimmel Live and more. They discuss her relationship book, how to know if you're a rebound, getting back together with an ex, thoughts on Bennifer and Kravis, how to truly ID a narcissist and so much more! Beauty favorite of the week: Method Vetiver + Amber Hand Wash (smells exactly like Le Labo Santal 33 but it's only $7!) Follow along on IG: @itsJamieStone and @ALIttleTooMuchPodcast.

BILL & KRISTEN'S STORY: In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we interview cofounders of Best Self Intuitive Divorce Coaching Program, Bill Miles & Kristen Noel about how their divorces taught them what was needed to be your best self through divorce To learn more about Bill & Kristen, visit: https://learning.bestselfmedia.com/intuitive-divorce Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com

What do you do if you're embarrassed by your partner? There are four main ways you might be feeling embarrassed about something your partner did or said and today I'm going to answer a question from a listener while describing how to deal when all you want to do is wince. Full shownotes and blog: https://abbymedcalf.com/what-to-do-if-youre-embarrassed-by-your-partner/   ________________________________________ Subscribe today to get my love letter to you! This biweekly reminder will keep you on the path to creating connected, happy relationships (especially the one with yourself!). https://abbymedcalf.com/   For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving   Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won't Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book   Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my online courses (some are FREE!) or grab a workbook: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/   A great idea to stay motivated and keep your head in a positive direction is to buy some of my fabulous, inspirational merchandise. Get yourself a t-shirt, mug, tote bag or notebook with that daily reminder that you've got this! https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/     Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/abbymedcalfphd/ YouTube: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving

Today we discuss the top relationship problems that affect couples the most. We look at ways in which these problems manifest and at possible ways of addressing them. We discuss 10 items plus one bonus one. 1. Arguments: disagreements in any relationship are entirely to be expected. However, if the relationship is dominated by endless and repetitive arguments, then you may want to stop and consider what the typical contentious issues are in your relationship and to also think about the underlying causes. We are currently developing a mini course on effective arguing. Watch this space. -2. Lack of connection: When you never find time to sit down and find out about your partner's experiences, then there is little engagement with your partner, the relationship will be suffering in the long run. Connections needs to be paid attention to and actively nurtured. -3. Stress: Too much stress is the enemy of connection. When we are stressed we are too wrapped up in our own 'survival' and therefore cannot connect well with others. If chronically stressed then there won't be much room to empathise and understand your partner. -4. Boredom: Many couples struggle to move on from the exciting hay days of the honeymoon period in their relationship. You start to see your partner in a more realistic light and might find it difficult to adjust to the more mundane daily routine of your life together. -5. Children: As lovely as they are, children are frequently a stressor in relationships because of different views that partner's have of parenting and the competing demands of childcare, work and time for your partner. Couples with children often play out old relationship and family patterns from their family of origin which need to be brought into awareness. -6. The wider family: You may struggle to get on with your partner's parents or siblings, finding them too interfering for example and/or your partner may not be keen on yours. The relationship with partners' wider family can frequently cause very serious difficulties in relationships. - 7. Trauma: When one or both partner's have experienced relational or developmental trauma in their lives, this is likely to impact the current relationship (unless the trauma has largely been worked through). - 8. Fidelity: If one or both partners have cheated and the understanding is that you are in a relationship where this is not acceptable, you will need to make a decision whether your relationship can survive this breach of trust or whether it's unforgivable. Affairs cause serious hurt and may take a long time to get over. Most affairs don't just happen spontaneously; if you decide to stay together there will need to be understanding on both sides whether there were any underlying issues that need addressing in order to move forward. -9. Communication: Without the ability to talk effectively to each other, you are likely to struggle in your relationship in addressing challenges you face. A key to successful communication is the capacity to listen. -10. Sex: A frequent difficulty for couples is the disparate desires for sexual contact in couples; one partner may want more contact, the other less. Many couples have relationships where sex died a long time ago. Often it is too painful and scary to address this topic openly and the couple remain silent for year. Desire and sexual contact can be re-established with exercises such as Sensate Focus. -11. Money: Couples get into difficulties over money if they money has a very different symbolic value for each partner. Money may stand for security or control for example, depending on your associations with it. - To build a strong, long lasting and satisfying relationship, sign up for our course The Relationship Maze, where we explore all of the above topics in much more detail.

After Little Mix said goodbye to their fans with their final show on Saturday before going on hiatus, it seems that for the first time in decades, Britain is without a major girl band. Emma is joined by Melanie Chisholm from The Spice Girls and music journalist, Jacqueline Springer. We discuss recent work from home data with Dr Jane Parry is Associate Professor of work and employment at Southampton Business school and Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff. In the wake of the tragic killings of toddlers Star Hobson and Arthur Labinjo Hughes, a government report is expected to be published shortly looking into what went wrong. Social workers had failed to act on warnings from relatives, which meant the children were not removed from their abusive homes. But a BBC ONE Panorama explores a different perspective - what about when children's services intervene too far, too fast – and when they act unethically, even unlawfully towards children and their parents, causing lifelong trauma in the process? One local authority in Herefordshire has been severely and repeatedly criticised by a high court judge for breaching children's human rights through what the judge called “appalling” social work practice. Woman's Hour talks to Panorama Reporter Louise Tickle about her investigation. Women in the US have been raising concerns about period and pregnancy tracking apps on phones. BBC Technology reporter Shiona McCallum and Jillian York from the American digital rights group, the Electronic Frontier Foundation, join Emma to discuss. Relationships for many of us are just downright fascinating. Susanna Abse is a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and joins Emma to discuss her new book. Presenter: Emma Barnett Producer: Emma Pearce

The Showtime series "Couples Therapy" returns for season three as Dr. Orna Guralnik treats four New York couples in long-term relationships going through a crisis. We watch as they dig into thorny issues of infidelity, addiction, childhood trauma and kitchen cleanliness.  

All relationships are important regardless of the type of relationship…In this episode of 2 CHICKS & A MIC, we talk about the force in building relationships and the importance of meeting new people and networking.When you meet new people what works for you to keep relationships for a long period of time? There is a lot that comes with making relationships work. IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT:Do you have the gifting a receiving energy when you make new relationships?How much is too much when trying to make a relationship work?How to approach meeting new people.The importance of following up with your connections. If you loved this episode, it would mean the world to me if you SUBSCRIBED to the podcast on your favorite podcast app and give it a 5 star review. I would be forever grateful! Thank you!!  ✅  CLASSES:“UNSTUCK YOUR MONEY” In-Person Workshop in Los Angeles: SUNDAY, JUNE 5TH: DM me on Instagram with the word: UNSTUCK and get the latest notices when my classes open up!  ​​ ✅  RESOURCES:Text: CREATE to 323-524-9857 to apply for my Get Up Girl Gang community If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating  and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser and Castbox. ✅  LET'S CONNECT:The Get Up GirlInstagramFacebookMonthly online fitness academy 

There are lots of different communication styles out there but, if you want to be an effective communicator in satisfying relationships, you've got to learn to be assertive and direct. The research has identified four main communication styles. Three of them aren't so great but one is a healthy way to be an assertive and effective communicator. Stay tuned to find out which style you are and how to shift into consistent, direct, successful communication in all your relationships. Full blog and shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-be-an-assertive-and-effective-communicator-2/ Grab my FREE Mindfulness Starter Kit: https://abbymedcalf.com/product/mindfulness-starter-kit/ _______________________________ Subscribe today to get my love letter to you! This biweekly reminder will keep you on the path to creating connected, happy relationships (especially the one with yourself!). https://abbymedcalf.com/   For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving   Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won't Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book   Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my online courses (some are FREE!) or grab a workbook: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/   A great idea to stay motivated and keep your head in a positive direction is to buy some of my fabulous, inspirational merchandise. Get yourself a t-shirt, mug, tote bag or notebook with that daily reminder that you've got this! https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/     Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/abbymedcalfphd/ YouTube: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving

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In today's episode we discuss the ending of a relationship and the heart ache that follows. We are all familiar with the metaphor of the broken heart.  Many songs have been sung about the experience of being left by a loved one. There actually is such a thing as broken heart syndrome at the extreme end of the emotional and physiological pain that relationship breakups can cause. Breaking up in a relationship is a life event that we have all experienced. It is a ‘common' experience like moving house, leaving school, growing up and yet it can be one of the most devastating and destructive experiences one has. In particular, the breakup of a long term relationship can be traumatic and give rise to a range of very strong (conflicting) feelings including rage, despair, resentment, relief, pain and an overwhelming sense of sadness. Each partner's future feels very delicate and uncertain.The end of a relationship has frequently been described in similar terms to those losing a loved person to death. When losing a partner – particularly a long term partner - you go through various stages of grief and through a cycle of very intense emotions. In her ground breaking book on Death and Dying (1969), Elizabeth Kübler-Ross describes the stages a grieving partner goes through in their experience of losing a person they loved. Kübler-Ross' description closely matches the emotions experienced when losing a partner:1. Denial - there is a sense of disbelief that the breakup is actually happening. You are still postponing your grief as you still hold out hope that things will work out eventually.2. Anger - the reality of what is happening has now set in. You may ask yourself why this terrible thing is happening to you. You are angry with your ex-partner for having ruined the relationship and you are angry with yourself for letting this pain happen to you. You may also be angry with others for not helping enough.3. Bargaining - at this point you may negotiate a different kind of relationship with your ex-partner, e.g. being friends from now on. Bargaining in the grief model referred to negotiating with a higher power for the situation to be different.4. Depression - you have now begun to acknowledge the reality of the situation. Feelings of sadness, regret or fear of the future may arise.5. Acceptance - at this stage there is more of an emotional detachment from the initial rawness; there is less of a sense of shock. You may slowly start to move forward in your life.The length of each these stages varies as does the order of each. Grief is not a linear process. Acceptance may be the predominant feeling, but there can still be days filled with anger or depressive feelings.

ANDRE AND NANCY'S STORY: In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we interview Andre and Nancy about how dance conquered ego in solidifying their relationship. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com To learn more About Andre and Nacy, visit: https://www.projectequinox.net/ Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com

What happens when someone you think you know—someone you love, and feel a deep connection to—says or does something you never imagined they would say or do? Is all lost? In this episode of our “Couples Therapy in Seven Words” podcast, we talk about ways we're all bundles of contradictions, with mixed feelings and opinions that can emerge at different times. Along the way, we discuss the work of Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, whose experience of a stroke taught her (and all of us, through her work) how to get to know the four different characters in our brains. Dr. Chalmer's book Reigniting the Spark: Why Stable Relationships Lose Intimacy, and How to Get It Back is available here, or wherever you get your books. Like this podcast? Review us, like us, follow us, and do all those other kinds of wonderful things to us! It helps people find the show. Music: Besamim (Spices) by Bruce Chalmer, performed by Fyre and Lightning Consort  

Dr. Lin Jovanovic of Relationship Explorations (530-446-1930) helps couples in Silicon Valley, CA save their marriage with her intensive couples therapy retreat. Learn more at https://www.relationshipexplorations.com/intensive-couples-sesion (https://www.relationshipexplorations.com/intensive-couples-sesion)

What does a free-spirited, fifty-something professional do when she breaks up with her non-committal Buddhist boyfriend and longs for a life partner? She holds a ‘letting go' ceremony with the boyfriend, challenges herself to go on 50 dates, takes a few lovers, and voila! Finding Mr. Right becomes a sexy dating project. Join us and we laugh and learn about Carolyn's journey writing her memoir. There's a lesson to be learned from this woman!

Everything from your sex life, to troubles with your boss at work, to your ability to trust and be open with your partner can be affected by abuse or trauma from your childhood. The good news is that the challenges you face today don't have to be permanent! Today I'm breaking down what childhood abuse includes (you'd be amazed how many people I've worked with don't even realize that what happened to them as a kid is actually some type of abuse or trauma), why and how childhood trauma affects relationships now and, as always, some resources to get the help you need. Full blog and shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-childhood-trauma-affects-relationships/ Grab my FREE Grounding Exercises: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-childhood-abuse-and-childhood-trauma-affects-adult-relationships/ ________________________________ Subscribe today to get my love letter to you! This biweekly reminder will keep you on the path to creating connected, happy relationships (especially the one with yourself!). https://abbymedcalf.com/   For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving   Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won't Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book   Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my online courses (some are FREE!) or grab a workbook: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/   A great idea to stay motivated and keep your head in a positive direction is to buy some of my fabulous, inspirational merchandise. Get yourself a t-shirt, mug, tote bag or notebook with that daily reminder that you've got this! https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/     Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/abbymedcalfphd/ YouTube: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving  

HARD WIRED TO CARE: In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we talk about why we care about what others think of us including our partner. We are hard wired to care, so don't believe someone when they say they don't care about what others think Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com

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Do you feel like you're the one putting in the lion's share of effort in your relationship? How can you get your partner to own up and do their fair share? In today's episode I'll be answering one of your questions and giving my two cents (and more) about what you should do if you feel like you're putting in 100% but your partner isn't meeting you halfway. Full shownotes and blog: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-can-i-make-my-partner-put-more-effort-into-our-relationship-2/ ______________________________ Subscribe today to get my love letter to you! This biweekly reminder will keep you on the path to creating connected, happy relationships (especially the one with yourself!). https://abbymedcalf.com/   For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving   Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won't Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book   Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my online courses (some are FREE!) or grab a workbook: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/   A great idea to stay motivated and keep your head in a positive direction is to buy some of my fabulous, inspirational merchandise. Get yourself a t-shirt, mug, tote bag or notebook with that daily reminder that you've got this! https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/     Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/abbymedcalfphd/ YouTube: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving

In today's episode we talk about blaming others and being at the receiving end of blame. Do you often blame our partner or other people you go on a date with?Couples often blame their partner for things that go wrong in their life. Often one partner criticises the other aggressively and the other partner defends or withdraws. The more one defends or withdraws, the more the other protests and continues blaming. This cycle can go on for some time. Research by John Gottman shows that couples who get into a toxic blaming/defence pattern in the first few years of marriage have more than an 80% chance of getting divorced within the first 5 years of their relationship.Do you notice that you tend to point the finger at your partner or the other person when you feel frustrated, irritated, anxious or distressed? Or do you notice that you always defend? Constant defensiveness can be an underhand way of blaming the other person too.When we blame the other, we usually discharge some form of pain. Often the blaming partner does not feel heard, understood or cared for. Sometimes we pass on unpleasant feelings that we cannot tolerate ourselves to our partner. For the person who is always at the receiving end of blame by their partner managing this can be extremely hard if their self esteem or confidence is low to begin with. Being constantly blamed is undermining and contributes to a lack of trust in oneself as well as the relationship. Frequent blame in the relationship is a sign of disconnection. The opposite of blaming is taking responsibility of your own actions and being accountable. You can let your partner know how their actions impact on you. Rather than attacking, you can say "I feel..." or "when ......, I don't feel connected to you", or "I would love it if...."

DAI & CHRISTIE'S STORY: In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we interview TEDx speaker, Dai and Christie about how he overcame an addiction by reverse engineering their life together, selling all their belongings and living a simpler life To learn more about Dai: https://www.daimanuel.com/ Or see his TEDx talk: https://youtu.be/nUZc_fNNCV0  

This week, Emmalee and Jen talk about their bread and butter: couples therapy! As Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, couples therapy is one of their favorite topics to demystify. They start by discussing the stigma behind couples therapy and why they wholeheartedly believe in it - from both sides of the couch - because relationships are hard!! They talk about when a couple should seek out therapy, what to expect from couples therapy, the fears going into it, and why it is helpful when their couple clients argue in front of them. Emmalee and Jen answer your questions like what they wish couples would talk about in premarital therapy, how to shift your mindset from thinking that seeking couples therapy = doomed relationship, tips for effective communication and each of their favorites, important questions to ask each other before getting married, and a Dear Em & Jen about moving in with a significant other! Tune in to gain insight, awareness, and action! Never miss an episode of ShrinkChicks on YouTube by subscribing here! https://youtube.com/channel/UCrxuhDqoL4ML3UE8b2J2BBg Thanks to this week's sponsors for supporting ShrinkChicks! We have these exclusive offers for our listeners: Truebill: Truebill is the new app that helps you identify and stop paying for subscriptions you don't need, want, or simply forgot about. Go to truebill.com/shrinkchicks to start cancelling today - it could save you thousands a year! Headspace: Go to headspace.com/shrinkchicks and get one month FREE of their entire mindfulness library. Vionic: Enjoy FREE shipping on vionicshoes.com with promo code: SHRINK! Beam: For a limited time, get $20 off when you go to beamorganics.com/shrink and use code SHRINK at checkout. Dipsea: Sign up for an extended 30 day FREE trial when you go to dipseastories.com/shrink  ZocDoc: Go to zocdoc.com/shrink and download the ZocDoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a top-rated doctor. Many are available as soon as today!

Happy Monday freaky fam

Jenn Mann is a licensed marriage and family therapist who is best known for being the host of VH1's hit shows Couples Therapy and Family Therapy. She's the author of several best-selling books including The Relationship Fix: Dr. Jenn's 6-Step Guide to Improving Communication, Connection & Intimacy.Some of the things she talks about today are common communication mistakes, how to reconnect with your partner, and how to improve your relationship.

How do you begin talking to your partner about things you wanna try sexually? Do you get nervous or scared of their potentially negative reaction? In this episode of SIMAS, Mikal and Kristine share their tips for shaking up the sheets and bringing more excitement and experimentation into the bedroom. In our segment, 'Ooh, let's try that!' We tested out some Pandora's Pops Lollipops- Aphrodisiac Candy- get yours and try some candies out for novelty and fun! https://pandoraspops.com

DR RAY AND JEAN SAY GOODBYE TO CHICAGO: In this special podcast episode about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we talk with Maira & Gabe about reaching for your dreams and not letting fear prevent you from growing together. Dr. Ray and Jean talk about their personal decision to take the leap and pursue their dreams together. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com

The secret to happy, successful relationships boils down to two things: your attention and your intention. I've been talking about the importance of focusing your attention and setting your intention for a while now. What I haven't done, is explain the difference and how these two concepts work together to bring happiness and success to all your relationships. Your attention activates and your intention transforms and today I'm going to teach you how to do both! Full shownotes and blog: https://abbymedcalf.com/the-secret-to-happy-successful-relationships-attention-and-intention/ Grab my FREE Mindfulness Starter Kit: https://abbymedcalf.com/the-secret-to-happy-successful-relationships-attention-and-intention-2/   _______________________________________ Subscribe today to get my weekly thoughts, best practices and funny stories (you won't believe my life!). This weekly reminder will keep you on the path to creating connected, happy relationships (especially the one with yourself!). https://abbymedcalf.com/   For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving   Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won't Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book   Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/   A great idea to stay motivated and keep your head in a positive direction is to buy some of my fabulous, inspirational merchandise. Get yourself a t-shirt, mug, tote bag or notebook with that daily reminder that you've got this! https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/     Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/abbymedcalfphd/ YouTube: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving

Themes: Relationships, Couples Therapy, Personal Growth, Communication, Conflict Resolution   Summary: Today's guest is not only a good friend, but an excellent teacher in the space of romantic relationships whom I've had the honour of watching grow as both a human and coach. Nick Solaczek is an IMAGO Relationship Coach and one of my go-to recommended coaches to help people discover a more fulfilling experience of being in romantic relationship. He works internationally with individuals and couples who want to take their life and their relationships to the next level.   Discover: Why you keep having the same fights over and over again — and how to transcend the pattern Practical scripts for moving through conflict with your partner using IMAGO dialogue framework The five things that are necessary for safety within a relationship Why we're often attracted to our opposite in romantic relationships   Links: Follow Nick on Instagram at @nicksolaczek Visit his website here: nicksolaczek.com   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode Angela is in conversation with Dr Marni Feuerman. Dr. Marni Feuerman is a licensed psychotherapist in private practice in South Florida. She is a nationally recognized relationship and marriage expert with specialized training in couples therapy. Dr. Marni is a frequently quoted expert in the media and content contributor. She has written for HuffPo, VeryWell.com, Dr. Oz's ShareCare and The Gottman Institute among others. Her popular self-help book for women who struggle with repeated unhealthy relationship patterns is titled, Ghosted & Breadcrumbed: Stop Falling for Unavailable Men and Get Smart about Healthy Relationships.In this episode Dr Marni looks in more detail at underlying work that needs to be done when couples say they need to improve their communication.Dr Marni highlights what a healthy relationship looks like. For example, in a healthy relationships couples are able to be emotionally open and vulnerable with each other. Partners are curious about their own as well as their partner's experiences. They want to learn what's going on for their partner. The starting point in any relationship is knowing yourself. When you are self aware, you have the capacity to notice your triggers points: what makes you feel angry, disappointed, sad or frustrated? How does your partner elicit this response from you? What do you need to feel better? What can you do for yourself/what can your partner do for you?Dr Marni highlights ways of responding that enable you to get the support that you need from your partner and to learn to tune into your partner's needs. What kind of checklist should you have when looking for a partner? Dr Marni highlights the four As that can serve as red flags in a new relationship: Agenda, alignment of values, addiction, abuse.Do you want to explore the issues discussed in today's episode in more detail? Do you want to gain a better understanding of your way of being in relationships? Do you want to learn  how to build an emotionally fulfilling relationship? All of these questions get addressed in great detail in our self paced online course, The Relationship Maze. Find lots of instructional videos and plenty of activities that help you gain more understanding of your needs and those of your partner.

In our society, it is modeled froma very young age to suppress our emotional experience. This is traumatic for children in particular and for humans in general.  Somatic experiencing is a type of therapy which helps people to become more embodied and move into acceptance of the emotions they are experiencing.  Dr. Abi Blakeslee, SEP, CMT, MFT, Ph.D., integrates Somatic Experiencing with clinical research, the psychobiological principles of attachment, psychodynamic therapy, and somatic bodywork in her practice and teaching. She has conducted original research on the role of implicit memory in Somatic Experiencing with a committee that included Dr. Daniel Siegel. Find out more at abiblakeslee.com For practicioners at traumahealing.org Information on the relationship repair workshop The Couples Therapist Couch is the podcast for Couples Therapists about the practice of couples therapy. The host, Shane Birkel, interviews an expert in the field of couples therapy each week. Please subscribe to the podcast for more great episodes. Find out more about the Couples Therapist Inner Circle This episode is sponsored by Clearly Clinical Continuing Ed.  Clearly Clinical is the nation's premier podcast Continuing Ed provider, and features industry experts from across the world.  Clearly Clinical is an approved CE provider with the APA, ASWB, NBCC, NAADAC, CCAPP, and CAMFT, and is women-owned, founded by Elizabeth Irias, LMFT.  Clearly Clinical supports minority and women presenters, and donates to  Feeding America.  And the best part?  Clearly Clinical is literally the most affordable continuing ed provider in the country, bringing you unlimited CE courses for just $60 a year.  As a promo for my listeners, you can use the code COUCH to get an additional 10% off.  They have a number of free podcast CE courses, too, including a CE interview with Dr. Julie Gottman.  Check those out at their website, ClearlyClinical.com. 

Renown Psychotherapist Matthias Barker shares some incredible insights into mental flourishing, the dangers of pornography for kids, and making your relationship work.

Are you in a relationship and wondering, “is it time to break up with my partner?”  If so, then this podcast is for you.Relationships are not that black and white, and neither is the choice to leave. It can be tough to sort through. Tune in as therapists Rachel and Jor-El explore some things to consider as a relationship faces its potential end.

Social anxiety affects large numbers in society. Judging by current trends it is on the rise and affects in particular but not exclusively people in  their 20s.  Social anxiety is the persistent and troublesome fear that other people will judge you (negatively), that you won't be able to engage with others or that you will say or do something that will leave you humiliated or ashamed.Social anxiety is much more than just feelings of shyness; it is 'shyness on steroids'.  Also, people who are introverted don't necessarily struggle with social anxiety. Introversion is a personality trait but not a mental health condition.Because of the intensity of the fear those struggling with social anxiety will often attempt to avoid the very situation that causes the fear in the first place. This creates difficulties if you are looking to meet a partner and are highly fearful of being exposed in a dating situation.We briefly talk about the brain science behind anxiety, in particular the role of the amygdala, the small almond shaped region in your brain that controls fear responses. In people with social anxiety there is a significant  increase in amygdala responses.The only way to address social anxiety is to create experiences that show you that your underlying assumptions about a social situation may not be true. The more you lean into situations that are scary for you, the more you will eventually lose the fear of these situations.  In therapy, anxieties are usually addressed through gradual 'exposure' to the very situation that you invest with so many negative associations. Often socially anxious people are fearful of not having anything to talk about when going on a date. As a conversation starter you may want to look at the New York Times The 36 Questions that Lead to Love - some of the questions are quite intimate, others are great for exploration and to initiate a discussion that may be quite interesting.If you want to explore in more detail how you function in relationships, head over to our comprehensive course, The Relationship Maze. We help you understand yourself and your partner, improve your communication skills  and work on building a long lasting, loving relationship.Here's what one of our subscribers had to say about the course: 'I found the strategies suggested enabled me to see myself differently and explain why repeated approaches to relationships always had the same outcome. A real “light bulb” moment for me. There is a great wealth of material available on this site - such great value for money. I highly recommend The Relationship Maze'If you want more information related to a specific podcast episode check out The Relationship Maze podcast page. 

DONT GET SCAMMED ON YOUR WEDDING DAY: In this podcast about love, marriage & relationships by Dr. Ray & Jean offering relationship advice for couples, we talk with Adam Levin, host of the "What the Hack with Adam Levin" podcast about common wedding day scams and how to protect yourself. Adam's podcast can be heard here: https://adamlevin.com/what-the-hack/ Please subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment and review. If you have questions, topic suggestions or would like to be considered as guests, email us at contact@couplessynergy.com. For more information about Couples Synergy, look us up online at Couplessynergy.com

As the drama of Clayton's season has (mostly) settled, it's time for another conversation with our former Bachelor and this time, his now girlfriend Susie is joining! Clayton's frown has truly turned upside down since the last time he was on the pod, and today's convo is filled with fart jokes, dark humor, and a behind the scenes look at the couple in real life. Clayton leaks Susie's (not so cute) nickname, they each tell a confession, and we get to hear a hilarious story of what happened before Susie's family knew they had reunited after the show. And to top it all off, Clayton ends the pod by teeing up Jason's April Fools prank. Get ready to fall in love with Claysie. GOMACRO - Try all of their delicious flavors by going to gomacro.com and using promo code VINE for 30% off plus free shipping on all orders over $50! PROGRESSIVE - Get a quote today at Progressive.com.

Genesis Games is a bilingual (English & Spanish) psychotherapist in Miami helping clients in all of Florida. Genesis helps college students and young adults adjust to life transitions, navigate the dating world, manage relationship issues, set boundaries with family, and develop adult friendships.  In her own words, she is passionate about working with individuals enduring heartbreak, heal by attaining closure and making meaning of their loss.  Genesis is also a Gottman Trained Couples Therapist and works with couples through all the stages of their relationship. She sees couples struggling with connection, conflict management, betrayal, parenting, and sexual fulfillment. She is a regular contributor for The Gottman Blog and host virtual retreats for couples. In this episode, we discuss relationship myths, social media's effects on relationships, coping with heartbreak, couples therapy, healthy conversations to have with a partner, and more. FOLLOW GENESIS: INSTA: @themiamitherapist WEBSITE: https://www.healingconnections-therapy.com/blog STAY CONNECTED: INSTA: @trustandthrive TIKOK:@trustandthrive TWITTER: @trustandthrive FACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramont WEBSITE: www.tara-mont.com EMAIL: tara@tara-mont.com  

What is the process behind writing sex scenes for novels? Where do novelists get their inspiration from and does it reflect real life for the author? We explore these topics and so much more with award winning novelist Nicole Person, who writes women's fiction under the pen name Jennifer Gold. You can find more about the author, Nicole at: nicolejpersun.com and find her books at jennifergoldauthor.comInstagram is @jennifergoldauthor

Most of us know something about reproductive health yet almost nobody knows anything about pleasure. Pleasure is frequently associated with sex and like sex, it's an uncomfortable subject to discuss for a lot of people. But it is so much more than that. In this episode, we cover some of the reasons why we don't experience pleasure in our lives and how to work through these complexities of sexual desire in your relationships as Martha Kauppi creates a safe learning environment for this delicate subject. Martha Kauppi is a marriage and family therapist, educator, author, speaker, and AASECT-certified sex therapist and supervisor. She has a lifelong career in health and sexuality and is a senior trainer of the Developmental Model of Couples Therapy. Martha trains therapists all over the world to work more effectively with relational intimacy challenges and sex issues. She is the author of the groundbreaking new book Polyamory: A Clinical Toolkit for Therapists (and Their Clients). (Self-help manual for Strong emotional intimacy.) Check out the transcript of this episode on Dr. Jessica Higgin's website. In this episode 5:04 Martha's desire to educate therapists about sex issues. 14:13 How to enter a space where desire could flourish without feeling stuck in it. 17:17 How multiple systems work together and align in order for desire to happen and thrive. 23:01 Creating a safe haven for creative curiosity, flexibility, and connection. 35:35 Scheduled sex versus goal-oriented sex. 37:49 Some helpful resources to learn more about sexual desires. Mentioned Handling Sexual Challenges Like A Rockstar Polyamory: A Clinical Toolkit for Therapists (and Their Clients) (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) ERP 287: How To Engage in the Art of Giving and Receiving: Using the Wheel of Consent — An Interview with Dr. Betty Martin Connect with Martha Kauppi Websites: instituteforrelationalintimacy.com Facebook: facebook.com/martha.kauppi LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/institute-for-relational-intimacy YouTube: youtube.com/c/MarthaKauppiLMFTIRI Instagram: instagram.com/martha_kauppi Connect with Dr. Jessica Higgins Facebook: facebook.com/EmpoweredRelationship  Instagram: instagram.com/drjessicahiggins  Podcast: drjessicahiggins.com/podcasts/ Pinterest: pinterest.com/EmpowerRelation  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drjessicahiggins  Twitter: @DrJessHiggins  Website: drjessicahiggins.com   Email: jessica@drjessicahiggins.com If you have a topic you would like me to discuss, please contact me by clicking on the “Ask Dr. Jessica Higgins” button here.  Thank you so much for your interest in improving your relationship.  Also, I would so appreciate your honest rating and review. Please leave a review by clicking here.  Thank you!   *With Amazon Affiliate Links, I may earn a few cents from Amazon, if you purchase the book from this link.

Your partner is friends with an ex and it's bugging you! Is it OK to be jealous? Can exes really be just friends? How should you approach your partner about your unhappiness? Today I'm answering these questions and more in this #AskDrAbby episode of the podcast! Full shownotes and blog: https://abbymedcalf.com/what-to-do-if-your-partner-is-friends-with-an-ex-and-you-dont-like-it-2/ Grab my FREE list of Collaborative Questions: https://abbymedcalf.com/what-to-do-if-your-partner-is-friends-with-an-ex-and-you-dont-like-it/ ______________________________   Subscribe today to get my weekly thoughts, best practices and funny stories (you won't believe my life!). This weekly reminder will keep you on the path to creating connected, happy relationships (especially the one with yourself!). https://abbymedcalf.com/   For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving   Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won't Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book   Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/   Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/abbymedcalfphd/ YouTube: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving

Are you or your partner affected by trauma in your life? Trauma has a profound effect on our overall wellbeing and in this episode we explore some of the ways in which trauma may impact you. The term 'trauma' often gets used in colloquial language to indicate high levels of stress. While it is true that all traumatic events are stressful, we cannot say that all stressful events are to do with trauma.  The impact of trauma can often manifest many years later. We distinguish between single event trauma, e.g. a car accident, an operation, war, loss in the family, witnessing a horrific crime, a natural disaster and developmental/complex trauma which happens over a period of time and is recurring, e.g. abuse, abandonment or neglect.Early symptoms of trauma can include flashbacks, hypervigilance, intrusive images, nightmares, shame and lack of self worth, mood swings, high sensitivity to sounds and light, hyperactivity, abrupt mood swings or feeling stressed most of the time.Later presentations of trauma may include panic attacks, avoidant behaviour, addiction, being attracted to dangerous situations, hyper sexual activity, self harm, struggle with memory and often a difficulty to connect with other people. In this episode we briefly talk about ways of enabling you to stay within your 'Window of Tolerance' (Daniel Siegel), i.e. the mental and physical state where you are feeling calm, relaxed and well. Trauma is experienced in your body.  The body holds our memories of trauma. It often manifests in a number of physical symptoms like chronic pain, stomach problems, fatigue, lowered immune system, skin disorders and many other presentations. Trauma affects the way that you relate to other people. With early developmental trauma you may not remember exactly what happened to you but you may have learned for example that the people close to you are not trustworthy or reliable. This implicit memory will then  still play out in your current relationship.  Paradoxically, we are often drawn to situations that replicate the original trauma.If you or your partner have experienced trauma, we recommend that you find a trauma focused therapist. Effective trauma therapy works with body and mind. If you would like to create greater connection with your partner or would like to create a strong and solid relationship, we invite you to our comprehensive online relationship course. The course draws on our years of experience as therapists working with individual clients and couples. 

Dr. Jenn does it ALL! She is one of the most renowned psychotherapists, TV and radio hosts, authors, and speakers - just to scratch the surface of her many titles! She is most known as the host of her VH1 hit show, Couples Therapy with Dr. Jenn. She is a best-selling author of books like, "The Relationship Fix," where she offers advice on how to improve communication and intimacy in relationships through nurturing the foundation of connection, and, "Superbaby," where she shares tips with new parents on how to give their kids a headstart in their developing years. Throughout our conversation, Dr. Jenn dropped so much wisdom and inspiration. She shares her insight on how to become and nurture the highest version of ourselves in order to create and maintain meaningful, remorseless relationships and encourages us to dig within ourselves, change our self-talk, and exude the courage, strength, and confidence already inside our souls. She emphasizes the idea of hope and that holding onto it in the midst of pain will allow us to come back better and stronger. She says, "What you learn when you get through pain, is that you can do anything!" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do Marquis de Sade, Kitty Pryde, Vigo the Carpathian, the Koch brothers, Cthulhu, Jesse Camp, and Peep-inspired nail polish all have in common? THIS episode of Natch Beaut! Jackie chats with married couple and co-hosts of the Couples Therapy podcast, Naomi Ekperigin and Andy Beckerman, about a whole lot of things, including how to rightfully open a CD case and bonding over not fucking with nature. Plus: skin routines, a round of New Palette Who Dis, and Naomi's signature lipsticks! For a list of everything mentioned in this episode, go to www.natchbeaut.com. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.