Podcasts about love intently

Dr. Alexandra H. Solomon is a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at Northwestern University and a licensed clinical psychologist at The Family Institute at Northwestern University. She has written many books on marriage and family. Her most popular books are "Loving Bravely: Twenty Lessons of Self-Discovery to Help You Get the Love You Want" and "Taking Sexy Back: How to Own Your Sexuality and Create the Relationship You Want." Dr. Alexandra also does speaking events for groups like United States Military Academy at West Point, Microsoft, and The American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. In these groups, she is frequently asked to talk about Love, sex, and marriage. She has also been on media outlets such as, The Today Show, O Magazine, The Atlantic, Vogue, and Scientific American. Today, we have Dr. Alexandra on our show to discuss various areas of a relationship, such as the topics listed below. Key Topics Discussed Why we apologize and why it's difficult to admit we're weak. The definition of what Relational Self- Awareness is and how we can be aware of it. "The idea of relational self-awareness, which is the idea that in order to create a healthy, intimate relationship, the tools and the strategies are important, that's for sure, but it starts with my relationship with me and my willingness to be on an ongoing journey that is guided by compassionate curiosity about looking at what my intimate partnership stirs up awakens. And reflect back to me about myself. " What does it mean to have Interdependent Relationships? What is the golden equation of Love? "The golden question of Love is 'My stuff, plus your stuff, equals our stuff in order to understand any pain point in the relationship, whether it's something big, like an infidelity or something, little like a fight about the toilet paper roll. We have to be willing to look at how my stuff, plus your stuff equals our stuff because otherwise what we end up doing is getting stuck the way we know we're not. Using the golden equation of Love is when we get stuck in either blame or shame." How to identify what seven traps and seven reaches look like and how to build more reaches for a healthy relationship. What does it mean to listen with our third ear and how does that help with building relationships? "Listening with the third ear is really about holding space, like becoming the bowl, the container for our partner's words and our partner's experiences. It's really trying to understand it from their perspective, leaving out and try as best we can to leave out the filters that we bring in and to leave out the desire to formulate what we're going to say next while our partner is saying what they're saying" Explaining more of how the process goes for "name, connect, and choose" within rational self-awareness or sexual self-awareness. How do we call a truce to end the war with our bodies and how we feel about them during intimacy. "The way we end the war is with some pushback and no more. Like, no more. And no more doesn't mean, 'I'm not ever going to have the thought again', but no more means, 'I'm going to commit that when those thoughts start to come up, I'm going to meet those thoughts with compassion, resistance, redirection, and entitlement, entitlements, or pleasure, entitlement to comfort, entitlement, to joy'." The nine areas in the map of sexual or sexual self-awareness. Alexandra's Three truths about Love that she lives by It's okay to not know. Things are hard because they're hard, not because we're broken or dumb or silly There are things we can't see or figure out all right now. Dr. Alexandra's best relationship advice. "In terms of a guiding principle to me is that the two of you aren't always going to like each other at the exact same amount at all times. There can be fear in both spots. If I'm aware that I'm more into you than you are into me, that can create tremendous vulnerability in name. And it can be really frightening and anxiety-provoking. If I'm aware, then a bit less into you right now than you are into me, that can create similar feelings of resentment and questioning, but that's normal." What does Love Intently mean to Dr. Alexandra? "Just knowing that it's work and it's absolutely the best work. The research though, is the thing that matters most in the quality of our lives is the quality of our relationships, specifically our intimate relationships. And so, when we love intently, by learning and by practicing, it's the most important work we can do."

Mike Johnson is an entrepreneurial powerhouse & the breakout star from ABC's ‘Bachelorette’ and ‘Bachelor In Paradise.' Mike is now transforming audiences worldwide by showcasing his global influence through brave storytelling and big smiles. With his focus on self-love, Mike now writes and speaks on how the ability to overcome stems from the power within. At only 32, he has already had an extraordinary and multifaceted career and life, from serving in the US air force to surviving reality-TV fame and so much more in between. In this episode of the Love Intently podcast, we talk about Mike’s best-selling independent book 'Making The Love You Want'. We also talk about what influenced his decision to leap into reality TV, the challenges and mindset shifts he has experienced with dating after becoming recognized in the public eye, His experience with sexual trauma, his advice on speaking up, and the love truths he now lives by. Mike truly has a fantastic story to share. Key Topics Discussed in This Episode: -What dating life has been like for Mike after staring in the US reality tv series 'Bachelorette' and what effect this experience has had on his mindset. -What influenced mike to write his book "Making the love you want." -What the balance is between self-love and being egotistical. -Experiencing Sexual Trauma and having the courage to speak up and seek help -Practicing self-honesty, self-love, and what it really looks like -Shifting from a pessimistic to an optimistic mindset and the power of positive affirmations. Connect with Mike Johnson Website: https://mikejohnsonsmile.com/ Instagram: @mike_johnson Connect with us on Instagram @love.intently @sophkwok Get The Adventure Challenge for 10% off with code “LOVEINTENTLY” http://www.theadventurechallenge.com?aff=174 Link to Full Shownotes: http://loveintently.com/blog/making-the-love-you-want-with-mike-johnson-from-the-bachelorette/2020/11/24

What truly defines us? Is it our job, gender, sexual orientation, skin color? Or is it our values, beliefs, actions, and traits? Riley Blanks has grappled with this question all her life as a biracial woman, who was on track from the age of 5 to be a professional tennis player, but now is a professional photographer. - Riley’s story is one of embracing her uniqueness, her beauty and her pain. She founded her photography business and storytelling platform, Woke Beauty, to express her passion for storytelling and showing women of all ethnicities how beautiful and amazing they truly are. - In this episode of Love Intently, we dive into the topic of identity and how Riley has learned to define herself and embrace all her sides. She shares how Woke Beauty was born out of her struggle with mental health, and what makes Woke Beauty stand out among other portrait photography businesses. She discusses her process of how she sets boundaries around what vulnerable stories she shares to a larger audience and what she keeps private, as well as what inspires her creativity. - Lastly, she shares her romcom-style way of how she met her now fiancé (she thought he was gay at first!), and how their deeply loving relationship has remained strong over 11 years of growing and changing together. - Connect and Work with Riley Blanks - Website: https://wokebeauty.com/ Podcast: https://wokebeauty.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rileyblanks/ - Connect with Sophie and Love Intently https://loveintently.com Follow @love.intently on Instagram Follow @sophkwok on Instagram - Spice up your date night! Try Adventure Challenge: http://www.theadventurechallenge.com?aff=174

If you would have met Susan Seay five years ago, you would have met a burnt-out mama who felt “done.” Running a business with her husband plus running a household with 7 children (and homeschooling for 20 years!), you’d wonder if there’s even any way to not be constantly stressed and burnt out. - Well, Susan is here to show you that it’s possible. She started to apply concepts she’d learned in the business world to her home, and everything changed. She found that when you run your household with the same intention and purpose as you would in a business, not only do you not have to be stressed, but you can actually enjoy life and your family with a sense of excitement! - Now, she is a Speaker and Founder of Mentor for Moms, a platform for mentoring moms on how to parent with purpose and intention, utilizing these concepts from running a business and bringing them into the home. - In this episode of the Love Intently podcast, Susan shares with us what it looks like to parent with intention, how Susan implemented business concepts like Core Values into the home, advice for parents during Corona (especially on homeschooling, as someone with 20 years experience!), how she makes sure to establish deep connections with all seven of her kids, how her and her husband stay connected, practicing self care for moms, and more! - For full show notes and resources: https://www.loveintently.com/podcast - Connect with Susan Seay Website: https://susanseay.com/ Podcast: https://susanseay.com/podcasts/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanlseay/ - Connect with Sophie and Love Intently https://loveintently.com Follow @love.intently on Instagram Follow @sophkwok on Instagram - Spice up your date night! Try Adventure Challenge: http://www.theadventurechallenge.com?aff=174

Given the title, “The love child of Oprah, Beyonce, and Michelle Obama”, Briona Jenkins is a public speaker, activist for the LGBTQIA+, female, and people of color communities, and has years of experience using her platform to evoke change. - She is a true beacon of light in Austin, Texas, bringing 8 years of experience in the non-profit sector and a huge passion for giving back to the community. She just recently launched her business, Briona Jenkins Consulting, where she helps small grassroots organizations and nonprofits with fundraising, marketing, donor relations, board development, and so much more. She is also the host of her podcast, The Tea with Bri. - In this episode of the Love Intently podcast, we dive into the journey of how Bri became the beautiful, confident, queer, 30 year old Black woman we see today, and what she still struggles with. She spills the tea on her whole year of singleness at the age of 30, the big lessons that came out of it, smashing the societal pressures around relationships and dating, and her radical journey of self-love. - We get into her upbringing, how she had to learn to be very self-sufficient from a young age due to her mother passing of cancer, and how she became so passionate about giving back to her community when so many neighbors, family, and friends stepped in to support her and her father during this difficult time. - We talk about Bri’s work in activism here in Austin Texas, and how you can get involved too. We discuss what her experience has been like living and dating as a queer Black woman, and in particular dive into the injustices and racism that goes on in the healthcare system. From there, Bri tells us what we personally can do about it and how to be a good ally. - For full show notes: https://www.loveintently.com/podcast - Connect with Briona Jenkins Website: https://www.brionajenkins.com/ Instagram: @brionajenkins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brionajenkins/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brionajjenkins/ Podcast: https://www.brionajenkins.com/the-tea-with-bri-podcast - Connect with Sophie and Love Intently https://loveintently.com Follow @love.intently on Instagram Follow @sophkwok on Instagram - Thank you to our Sponsor, The Adventure Challenge Book: http://www.theadventurechallenge.com?aff=174

Why is it that things are so great in the beginning stages of falling in love, but then can turn so sour? - Harville Hendrix Ph.D. and Helen LaKelly Hunt Ph.D. are internationally-respected couple's therapists, educators, speakers, and New York Times bestselling authors. Together, they have written over 10 books with more than 4 million copies sold, including the timeless classic, Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples. In addition, Harville has appeared on the Oprah Winfrey television program 17 times! - However, Harville and Helen are no strangers to marital problems. In fact, their marriage almost ended before they began to practice what they preach. Their marriage is now stronger than ever, and they can save any marriage with their simple methods. - We are honored to have Harville and Helen on the Love Intently Podcast for a second time! You can listen to their first episode where we go more in-depth into their marriage journey and struggles here. - For their second time on the Love Intently podcast, we discuss: -The psychology and science behind who we fall in love with and why -The science behind why the best defense against COVID-19 is actually unconditional love -The three simple methods that are proven to save any marriage -How these methods can also be applied to strengthen your children’s emotional resilience -How to expand the application of these methods to outside of our homes and into the world at large to create safer, more understanding conversations with people of different races, religions, sexual orientations, cultures, etc. -The pivotal learning Helen realized that saved their marriage -How you can work with Harville and Helen through couples’ workshops or getting trained to teach others how to have safe conversations For full show notes and resources: https://www.loveintently.com/podcast - Connect and Work with Harville and Helen Hendrix: https://www.harvilleandhelen.com Save Conversations Facilitator Trainings: https://harvilleandhelen.com/facilitator-trainings/ Couples workshops: https://harvilleandhelen.com/couples-workshops/ - Connect with Sophie and Love Intently https://loveintently.com Follow @love.intently on Instagram Follow @sophkwok on Instagram

Today we are hanging out with Sophie Kwok + Maher Dakkak, a couple who is dating! If you're dating or you've been in a long term committed relationship, there is something to learn. Sophie is a User Experience and Brand Designer and host of the Love Intently Podcast. Maher is a Software Engineer and musician. These two talk about the Enneagram, Myers Briggs, the five love languages, and the different attachment styles. Get ready to dive in!To learn more: Check out the Love Intently Community and PodcastMaher's MusicJeff + Andre on the Love Intently PodcastWelcome to the Love or Work Podcast, hosted by Andre Shinabarger (Physician Assistant, Grady Hospital) and Jeff Shinabarger (Social Entrepreneur and Founder of Plywood People). They are asking the question: Is it possible to change the world, stay in love, and raise a healthy family? 100 interviews where Jeff and Andre learn from other working families in the journey of marriage, purpose, and parenting.Order the Love or Work Book!Website: www.loveorwork.comHomeInstagram: www.instagram.com/loveorworkLove or Work is a project of Plywood People.Plywood is a non-profit in Atlanta leading a community of start-ups doing good. www.plywoodpeople.com

Maria Kang is a wife, mother, author, speaker, business owner, nonprofit founder, fitness philanthropist, and social entrepreneur. She is a widely known as “Fit Mom” whose No Excuse campaign to get people active, has reached millions of people around the world. - Maria grew up watching her mother struggle with her weight and resulting health issues, and became obsessed with health and fitness at a young age. Things went too far when she became bulimic in an effort to achieve the typical standards of beauty. - After her first pregnancy, she had a spiritual transformation where she came to truly love herself and realize what her body is really here for, and what it’s capable of. - Now, she takes good care of her body knowing that it’s what allows her to physically be here and make an impact in the world. - In this episode we talk about her journey to self love, how she balances being a wife, mom of three kids and a dog, running her business and nonprofit, and what she’s learned about how to have a healthy marriage, after nearly going through a divorce. - Connect with Maria Kang Sacramentocarehomes.com Belly Ball: https://www.amazon.com/Flat-Belly-Ball-Maria-Kang/dp/B07C8622NZ https://www.instagram.com/mariakangfitness/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/noexcusemoms/?hl=en https://www.mariakang.com/about/ - Connect with Sophie and Love Intently https://loveintently.com Follow @love.intently on Instagram Follow @sophkwok on Instagram

According to a recent survey, people are 10 times more likely to break up with their partner if they think their partner is bad with finances. The survey also found that 1 in 5 people (20%)! think their partner is financially irresponsible. - Personal finances are so incredibly important, yet it’s something many of us, especially women, struggle with. This Love Intently episode will show you how you could be making WAY more money than you are right now, with barely putting more effort into it. We’re so excited to have our guest Allegra Moet Brantly, Founder of Factora, who went from $10k in credit card debt in 2016 to a quarter of a million dollars net worth now in 2020. - Allegra’s story is like so many of ours—she was burnt out at her corporate job, but felt trapped because she was living paycheck to paycheck (even though she was earning 6 figures!). She began researching about finances, learned so much and became passionate about sharing what she’s learned. She even talked personal finances, sharing numbers and all, on her FIRST DATE with the man who is now her fiancé! - But she didn’t stop there. She founded her company Factora with the mission to help 1 million women achieve $1 million net worth. Their signature service is the Factora Wealth Circle, which is a 12-week online course—and community—that teaches you simple, repeatable steps for financial success, confidence, and freedom. - Tune in to hear Allegra’s personal journey, and tons of advice on how to get started with building your personal wealth and advice for couples finance. - Connect with Allegra and Factora: Website: https://factorawealth.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/factora_wealth/ - Podcast: https://factorawealth.com/blog/coffeeandcoinpodcast Connect with Sophie and Love Intently https://loveintently.com Follow @love.intently on Instagram Follow @sophkwok on Instagram Sponsor: DateBox Get 50% off your Next Romanic Date Night! DateBox is a monthly subscription that delivers a fun, easy, romantic date night plan to your door every month! Get 50% off your first box by heading to this link: http://www.thehappily.co/dates?offer_code=loveintently&via=loveintently and using the code “loveintently.”

According to a recent survey, people are 10 times more likely to break up with their partner if they think their partner is bad with finances. The survey also found that 1 in 5 people (20%)! think their partner is financially irresponsible. - Personal finances are so incredibly important, yet it’s something many of us, especially women, struggle with. This Love Intently episode will show you how you could be making WAY more money than you are right now, with barely putting more effort into it. We’re so excited to have our guest Allegra Moet Brantly, Founder of Factora, who went from $10k in credit card debt in 2016 to a quarter of a million dollars net worth now in 2020. - Allegra’s story is like so many of ours—she was burnt out at her corporate job, but felt trapped because she was living paycheck to paycheck (even though she was earning 6 figures!). She began researching about finances, learned so much and became passionate about sharing what she’s learned. She even talked personal finances, sharing numbers and all, on her FIRST DATE with the man who is now her fiancé! - But she didn’t stop there. She founded her company Factora with the mission to help 1 million women achieve $1 million net worth. Their signature service is the Factora Wealth Circle, which is a 12-week online course—and community—that teaches you simple, repeatable steps for financial success, confidence, and freedom. - Tune in to hear Allegra’s personal journey, and tons of advice on how to get started with building your personal wealth and advice for couples finance. - Connect with Allegra and Factora: Website: https://factorawealth.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/factora_wealth/ - Podcast: https://factorawealth.com/blog/coffeeandcoinpodcast Connect with Sophie and Love Intently https://loveintently.com Follow @love.intently on Instagram Follow @sophkwok on Instagram Sponsor: DateBox Get 50% off your Next Romanic Date Night! DateBox is a monthly subscription that delivers a fun, easy, romantic date night plan to your door every month! Get 50% off your first box by heading to this link: http://www.thehappily.co/dates?offer_code=loveintently&via=loveintently and using the code “loveintently.”

In the society we live in, it can be difficult for men to find space to be vulnerable and share their emotions. Our guest this week, Shea Boland, a men’s transformation coach, holds that space and guides men on their own personal growth journey. - It took a long time for Shea to get to the level of self-awareness, inner peace, and joy that he is at today. Childhood trauma set the stage for years of drug addiction, trying to numb the pain, and failed relationships. - He reached a point of such desperation and fear of dying, that he finally surrendered and sought help. He entered an intense men’s recovery program and his life changed forever, in the best way. - He finally found a sense of purpose. He found that his pain can be the catalyst for healing. He found the courage to cultivate unconditional self-love, which has allowed for healthier relationships in his life and success in his coaching career. - Now, he guides other men to do the same, using presence-based coaching. This means that he does not give men a “formula” to follow or tell them exactly what to do, but rather, holds space for them, listens intently, and asks intuitive questions so his clients can get out of their heads and into their hearts. - In this powerful discussion, we cover Shea’s upbringing, his journey with childhood trauma, a wounded relationship with his mother, drug and alcohol addiction, recovery, the courage to honor all of his emotions, how he found his way to coaching, and the transformations he’s had through breakups. - For full show notes and resources: https://www.loveintently.com/podcast - Connect with Shea Boland Instagram: @sheaboland Website: www.sheaboland.com sheabolandcoaching@gmail.com - Connect with Sophie and Love Intently https://loveintently.com Follow @love.intently on Instagram Follow @sophkwok on Instagram

Ashley Beaudin grew up very soft-spoken and shy, often feeling like she was talking but no one was hearing her. This, and other not-so-obvious trauma, lead to self-sabotaging behaviors, such as not taking care of her hygiene and losing her teeth, and struggling with sex addiction. - It was so difficult for her to find support for her sex addiction, but she never gave up on herself. She began to create her own recovery program hiring a therapist, recovery coach, and implementing a non-negotiable self-care routine. - In the process, she learned so much about trauma, coping mechanisms, and ways that we can support ourselves and overcome the behaviors that are keeping us stuck. Now, she shows up boldly and vulnerably to share her story and hold a safe space for women to feel seen and heard through her experiences. - Ashley Beaudin is a speaker, community gatherer and heart encourager who inspires humans into emotional wholeness, real community and bold leadership. She is the visionary behind The Imperfect Boss; an international movement that shifts imperfections into superpowers and helps women lead with their whole selves. Ashley’s campaigns of empowerment and vulnerability have reached millions of people over three years and she has been featured in publications such as Brit + Co, Mind Body Green and Futurpreneur. - In this episode of Love Intently, Ashley bravely shares her self-sabotaging behavior, where it came from, and the exact framework she uses to self-soothe and self-support. She gives amazing advice on how to set boundaries with yourself around sharing vulnerably on social media so that you don’t end up causing yourself more pain, and she provides specific examples of how she works with her clients to help them see their cycles and disrupt them. - - For full show notes and resources: https://www.loveintently.com/podcast - Connect with Ashley Beaudin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashley.beaudin/ Quiz: https://www.ashleybeaudin.com/quiz - Connect with Sophie and Love Intently https://loveintently.com Follow @love.intently on Instagram Follow @sophkwok on Instagram

Elsa Moreck has been through it all when it comes to looking for love: chasing aloof Peter Pans, trying to fix men who won't take personal responsibility, and diminishing her power because of a partner's insecurities. - After years of studying the complexity of human psychology, mastering the science of human attraction, and integrating all of that into modern dating culture, she finally cracked the code and is now a certified dating coach. - In this episode of the Love Intently Podcast, we discuss: - -The best thing to have in your dating app profile photo, based on human psychology (hint: it’s NOT a puppy) -How to slide into someone’s DMs the RIGHT way -The SIX WORDS to say when someone ghosts you to guarantee a response -The most common mistake Elsa sees of singles getting back into the dating scene -Why Elsa suggests you peek under the table during your first date (it’s not THAT! Get your head out of the gutter) -How to use body language to show you are open to meeting new people - Elsa Moreck is a dating coach who helps millennials find love in the swiping area. It’s her mission is to facilitate meaningful relationships and connections in a world where they're going extinct by empowering you to take control of your life. She is a co-host of Pandemic Love, and she has been featured on Tinder, HuffPost, and Bustle. She does private one on one high-touch coaching, as well as quarterly masterminds. - For full show notes and resources: https://www.loveintently.com/podcast - Connect with Elsa Moreck Website: https://www.elsamoreck.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elsamoreck/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2484985058397858 - Connect with Sophie and Love Intently https://loveintently.com Follow @love.intently on Instagram Follow @sophkwok on Instagram

Jeff and André Shinabarger are on a mission to help couples balance pursuing their individual purposeful work, keeping their relationship and love intact, and spending quality time with their kids. Together, they’ve written a book called "Love or Work: Is It Possible to Change the World, Stay in Love, and Raise a Healthy Family?" They believe it is, and they are living proof! - Jeff Shinabarger is a bestselling author and founder of Plywood People, a non-profit in Atlanta leading a community of start-ups doing good. His work has been featured by Forbes, Inc., CNN, USA Weekend and Huffington Post. He is the co-founder of Q, mentored over 600 start-ups and created the largest social entrepreneur event in the South called Plywood Presents. - André Shinabarger is an adventurer who loves seeing the world. Born in Bolivia, she has a deep passion for building community with marginalized people groups. She works for Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta as a Physician Assistant and is an adjunct professor for Emory University. She is an Advisor to Plywood People and Host of the Love or Work Podcast. - We had a value-packed conversation around how couples can be more intentional about balancing work, family and love, especially now during the pandemic. André also opens up about her personal journey from growing up in a conservative household where there was shame around sex, to then having to navigate sex and pleasure in her marriage. - For show notes and resources: https://www.loveintently.com/podcast - Connect with and Support Jeff and André Shinabarger Website: https://www.loveorwork.com/ and https://www.plywoodpeople.com/ - Instagram: http://instagram.com/loveorwork and https://www.instagram.com/plywoodpeople/ - Podcast: https://www.loveorwork.com/podcast - Book: Love or Work: Is it possible to change the world, stay in love, and raise a healthy family? Connect with Love Intently - https://loveintently.com - Instagram: @love.intently - Instagram: @sophkwok

Jessica Honegger always had an entrepreneurial spirit. As a child, she remembers picking flowers from her neighbor's yard and then going home and tying cute little bows on the flowers and then going back to the neighbors and knocking on the door and selling them those flowers. Now, she is the Founder and Co-CEO of Noonday Collection, a socially responsible accessories brand that uses fashion to create meaningful opportunities around the world. - Jessica’s entrepreneurial journey, like so many others, has not been a straight line, but as she looks back on her journey she realizes that no experience was a waste of time. Each new job was a stepping stone, gaining new skills, making new connections, to ultimately get her to where she is today, and she’s still learning! - In this episode of the Love Intently podcast, you’ll learn: -How Jessica set up the Noonday ambassador program and now supports thousands of women to have fulfilling businesses -How after 10 years of business she decides what she wants to focus on doing and where to put her time among all the opportunities -How she discerns between fearlessness and recklessness when making decisions -How she learned what her unique strengths were and if they evolved over the years -What helped her realize she was aiming towards this mythical point of “arriving” in terms of success and happiness -How she met her husband, knew he was the one, and their biggest challenges in marriage - For full show notes: https://www.loveintently.com/podcast - Connect with Jessica and Noonday Collection: https://www.noondaycollection.com/ IG: @jessicahonegger --- @noondaycollection - Connect with Sophie and Love Intently https://loveintently.com Follow @love.intently on Instagram Follow @sophkwok on Instagram

If you’ve been noticing a decrease in your energy, a change in your sleep or eating patterns, more anxiety, and a more negative mindset than usual, you may be experiencing what is called burnout. Most people know burnout as overworking, but there’s more to it than that. - The next guest on the Love Intently Podcast is Traci Ruble, a San Francisco-based therapist for individuals and couples, a speaker, and the founder of Sidewalk Talk, a non-profit which teaches and practices listening in public spaces to heal our lonely and disconnected world. - We kick off this interview with Traci explaining how we can notice burnout in ourselves, how to get out of it, and also how to avoid ever getting in it in the first place. In addition, we discuss what to do if you notice your partner is burnt out. - Next, we discuss the four stages every couple cycles through throughout their relationship. Sometimes, one person can be in a different stage than the other, and they never progress to the next stage, which is often when couples come to therapy. Traci breaks it all down for us so we can clearly understand what stage we’re in, as well as if therapy will actually help or if it’s time to call it quits. - For all you ambitious over-achievers out there, Traci talks to us about how we can maintain our passion for work while also having a thriving relationship. You can have both! - Then, we talk about what’s known as the “window of tolerance”. A tool used by trauma therapists, psychotherapists and others to describe how we can regulate our emotions. Sidewalk Talk uses it in their trainings for volunteers to help them learn how to feel in their body when boundaries are being crossed and they should end the conversation, but the tool can be used by anyone to regulate turbulent emotions like fear, anxiety, anger, etc. - Lastly, we talk about her non-profit Sidewalk Talk, which started with just her and 28 colleagues sitting on a sidewalk listening to and talking with strangers passing by, and now has grown to thousands of volunteers and chapters nation-wide. - For full show notes: https://www.loveintently.com/podcast - **Connect with Traci Ruble:** http://traciruble.com/ https://www.sidewalk-talk.org/ https://www.instagram.com/tracirublemft/ - Connect with Sophie and Love Intently https://loveintently.com Follow @love.intently on Instagram Follow @sophkwok on Instagram

Nina Ho was born in Saigon, Vietnam, and landed in Houston, TX when she was five years old. Looking back, she can remember from a very young age trying to reject her own Asian identity in order to “fit in,” and being clumped into the “model minority” Asian stereotype. - The recent Black Lives Matter movement has brought up a moment for many Asian Americans to pause and see how white supremacy has negatively impacted them in their lives. What is the model minority myth, and why is it problematic? Where did this stereotype come from and why is it so harmful for Asian Americans today, especially when it comes to mental health and access to resources? - In this episode of Love Intently, we create space to answer these questions and dissect how white supremacy and colorism impacts Asian Americans. We also discuss the anti-blackness issue in the Asian American community, and much more. Sophie and Nina both share their personal stories and struggles growing up as first-generation Asian Americans and we learn about Nina’s event series, “Missfits Fest”, which celebrates Asian American women in entrepreneurship and the arts. - For full show notes: https://www.loveintently.com/podcast - Connect with Nina Ho https://www.instagram.com/ninaqho/ https://twitter.com/NinaQHo https://www.instagram.com/missfitsfest ninaqho.com - Connect with Love Intently https://loveintently.com Instagram: @love.intently Instagram: @sophkwok

There are two buzzwords that have been thrown around in the realm of dating and relationships lately that are often misused: narcissism and codependency. How do you know if you are a narcissist or codependent? How do you know if you’re dating one? - Dr. Sarah Schewitz is a licensed clinical psychologist in Los Angeles, and founder of Couples Learn, a successful online therapy practice for individuals and couples wanting to work on love and relationships. She has been working with couples and individuals since 2008 and has advanced training in the areas of attraction, attachment, conflict management, communication, rebuilding trust after infidelity, and relationship satisfaction.  - In this episode of the Love Intently Podcast, we discuss: - -A dialogue framework for couples that allows each partner to understand and communicate their childhood wounds with each other that are being triggered, in order to create a more conscious relationship -What are the red flags to look out for in a partner that indicates you should walk away from the relationship -How to know if you’re in a codependent relationship or dating a narcissist -How codependents and narcissists are two sides of the same coin, and what core childhood wound they have in common -How can couples maintain their identities in a relationship, rather than losing themselves? -What is Dr. Sarah’s online couples therapy Couples Learn all about and why did she start it? -Resources and tools other than therapy that couples can use to become more conscious in their relationship - With endless tools and resources online these days, there’s really no excuse to not take the responsibility to own your own healing journey. Often times it’s not actually a problem for us to find love—the real problem is our inability to receive love, because we do not love ourselves. The more conscious we become of why that is, the sooner we can begin to heal it, and the sooner we can find and receive the healthy, secure love we deserve and desire! - For full show notes: https://www.loveintently.com/podcast - **Resources** Book: Getting the Love You Want by Harville Hendrix, Ph.D. and Helen LaKelly Hunt, Ph.D. Love Intently Podcast Episode 21 with Harville and Helen: https://loveintently.com/blog/harville-and-helen/2019/1/30 - **Connect with Dr. Sarah Schewitz** https://coupleslearn.com/ Instagram: @coupleslearn - Connect with Love Intently https://loveintently.com Instagram: @love.intently Instagram: @sophkwok

“If I’m gonna share my story I do have to share the fact that it has been rough.” -Blanca Lesmes, Co-Founder & CEO of BB Imaging Don’t ya just hate it when you go on Instagram and become anxious and depressed over how perfect everyones lives and businesses seem to be going?! We don’t often get to see the things that happen behind closed doors- the financial stress, the loneliness, the tears. Blanca and Ben are not shy about sharing the darker moments of their entrepreneurial journey which include the devastating impacts of the 2009 recession that almost put their house into foreclosure, and eventually led to their divorce after being together since high school (but continuing to run the business together!). Blanca, who always considered herself as someone who can do anything she set her mind to, was suddenly experiencing failure after failure. But, in an inspiring act of courage, she doubled down and invested in herself and used this time to become more self-aware. Similarly, Ben realized through this process how much growing he had to do and continued learning from counseling and spiritual guidance. Today, they are re-married, going on multiple date nights a week, and their business BB Imaging is back on track! In this episode, hear all the highs and REALLY low lows of Ben and Blanca’s journey to how they got to where they are today, and all the lessons they’ve learned along the way about self-awareness, embracing the imperfections of ourselves and others, and growing up. It ain’t perfect but it’s REAL! “There’s 5 levels of a relationship. The 4th level is conflict. Most people don’t get past that level of conflict..but what they don’t tell you, is if you do, on the other side is intimacy.” -Ben Buentipo “I think time with the people you love the most matters more than anything else. More than business success, or financial success. Maximizing time with the people you love is what you should be focused on." -Blanca Lesmes Blanca Lesmes is the Co-Founder and CEO of BB Imaging, and Ben Buentipo is the Co-Founder and COO. BB Imaging offers comprehensive ultrasound solutions and consulting. Their mission is to make great healthcare more accessible to women, no matter the size of their wallet or location. For full show notes: https://loveintently.com/blog/dealing-with-the-highs-and-lows-of-entrepreneurship Connect with Blanca & Ben For ultrasound services & consulting: http://www.bbimaging.net/ BB Imaging Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BBImagingandConsulting/ BB Imaging Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbimaging/ Connect with Love Intently https://loveintently.com Instagram: @love.intently Instagram: @sophkwok

“That trauma made it possible for me to take a step out of the business that I had created for myself in my life and grow in ways that I wouldn’t have been able to. I always try to have a growth mindset and appreciate all circumstances in this life.” -Annabelle Evangeline Annabelle Evangeline is back for another episode! All the way back in episode 19, Sophie and Annabelle shared their journey of moving from an avoidant or anxious attachment style to a secure attachment style. A lot has happened since the last episode in 2018 for these two, with many ups and downs, including trauma therapy and healing, death of loved ones, ending of old relationships and starting new relationships. In this episode, they openly share the lessons they’ve learned along the way and focus more on what having a secure and healthy attachment style actually looks like in practice, with plenty of real-life examples. A few highlights from the conversation: -What it was like for both of them actually entering a new relationship after moving from avoidant or anxious to secure attachment styles -How they’ve become more aware of their triggers in the moment and how they deal with it in a healthy way -The most helpful responses from their partners when they are in a triggered state -What it was like for Sophie to enter a new relationship while also beginning trauma therapy “If they empower you to love yourself better, that’s a green flag rather than a red flag.” -Sophie Annabelle is a Los Angeles based writer and entrepreneur who believes that the key to unlocking life’s purpose is by living vulnerably, practicing creativity, and embracing community.  She is the author of Into the Darkness: A Workbook for Trauma Survivors which was created from her own experience with mental health and sexual trauma. She writes a blog that she is turning into a book called "Letters To My Little Sisters" through which she shares her experiences in hopes to help other women learn from her journey. For full show notes: https://www.loveintently.com/blog/what-does-a-secure-relationship-look-like-annabelle-evangeline Connect with Annabelle: http://www.annabelledura.com/ http://letterstomylittlesisters.com/ Instagram: @letterstomylittlesisters Connect with Sophie and Love Intently https://loveintently.com Follow @love.intently on Instagram Follow @sophkwok on Instagram

A Stanford study came out in August 2019 that said 1 in 3 people are finding relationships online and staying in relationships from the ones they found online. And, 80% of people on Bumble are on there to find meaningful relationships. Times have really changed! But how do we maintain human connection, learn to communicate effectively, and love intently in this algorithm-driven world? I realized how important relationships were when I became aware of how my lack of knowledge about what healthy relationships look like was impacting me in every area of my life- romantic relationships, family, friendships, and business. That’s why I’m so passionate about empowering others to have healthy relationships and to love and live intently! And I am SO excited to introduce our next guest, Chelsea Cain Maclin, Vice President of Marketing at Bumble. In this episode of the Love Intently Podcast, we talk about how Chelsea ended up working for Bumble, how she met and fell in love with her husband (and no- it wasn’t through Bumble, it didn’t exist yet!). She shares with us some tips for creating your profile based on analysis of their users, and tells us what she wishes she knew sooner in regards to relationships and marriage. She shares more about Bumble’s other services such as BumbleBFF and BumbleBizz and how women can use these services to advance their careers and make meaningful friendships. Bumble has lots of exciting initiatives and events aimed at empowering women and encouraging more diversity and inclusion in the workplace, so tune in to hear more! For full show notes and links: https://www.loveintently.com/blog/how-to-use-bumble-for-relationships-and-business Find and support Chelsea Cain Maclin: You can find Chelsea on the Bumble Bizz app, or on her personal Instagram: @chelseacainmaclin Chelsea on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelsea-cain-maclin-61976521/ Or any of the Bumble Instagram accounts: @bumble, @bumbleBFF, or @bumbleBIZZ Connect with Sophie and Love Intently https://loveintently.com Follow @love.intently on Instagram Follow @sophkwok on Instagram

In this episode, we tackle the tough life questions of "Who are you?" and "How do you identify yourself?" These questions are not easy for anyone to answer. For our guest Heather Gallagher, her journey of understanding and owning her identity has been especially difficult as a third culture kid. She gives us a look behind the curtains into her world, where she is a Chinese-American who grew up in a predominantly black community, and is a CODA, which means she is the Child of a Deaf Adult. Imagine not having a common language with your mother. Imagine constantly feeling like you are misunderstanding and being misunderstood. When you're among other Asians, you don't feel Asian enough, and when you're among white people, you want to own your place as the minority, which means rejecting a whole part of you. These identity and culture clashes shaped Heather's childhood. Now, she's grown into even more identities like photographer, business owner, doula, spouse, new mother, and most recently, author. Her book will be the fascinating story of how she learned to communicate with her mother without words, writing, or sign language. Heather says, "You can be face to face with somebody and talking but not fully communicating. Your words can fail sometimes. What I hope people can learn from my story is that there there IS a way. Maybe it’s not the most direct route, but if you really care, you can find a way to connect. Maybe it’s not with words. Maybe you can create your own language." This is a story of hope, finding your identity and how Heather learned to create her own language with her mother. And let us not forget, she also has a crazy story to tell about how she met her husband from responding to an advertisement in a magazine! For full show notes: https://loveintently.com/blog/finding-identity-as-a-third-culture-kid Connect with Heather Heather is a full-spectrum Doula and family, birth and death photographer at https://www.lifesaspectrum.co/ Instagram: @lifesaspectrum Connect with Love Intently https://loveintently.com Instagram: @love.intently Instagram: @sophkwok

KC McCormick Çiftçi is the creator of Borderless Stories, a community for couples in intercultural relationships who are feeling alone and overwhelmed in the process of immigration and getting married. The idea was created because KC went through this process herself along with her now husband who is from Turkey. At that time, she couldn't find very many helpful resources or other couples in the same situation. It was a very stressful and lonely time filled with worries and doubts. They didn't have anyone to turn to who could truly understand the situation because they've been through it. In episode 43 of the Love Intently Podcast, KC shares her story of how she met her husband when she went to Turkey to study English. We also talk about what kinds of challenges they've had in their relationship due to cultural differences and how they overcame them. And of course, their journey of immigrating her husband to the US and getting married (three times!), and more about Borderless Stories. You can head to https://www.borderlessstories.com/ where you can become a member of the community, where you'll have access to: -Monthly classes on various issues unique to the community -Monthly hot seat live coaching opportunities -An engaged, exclusive community, accessible by browser or app -Challenges and discounts available only to Borderless Community members TICKETS TO THE LOVE + CULTURE HAVEN 2020: https://retreat2020.borderlessstories.com/?sc=kfM577PG&ac=IeOEUrp5 On Feb 13th, there will be a Live Love Intently Podcast recording with Elsa Moreck and Jessica Honeger. For more details go here: http://eventbrite.com/e/love-intently-live-podcast-recording-at-austin-proper-hotel-tickets-91243452623 Be sure to check out the Borderless Stories podcast too to hear from KC and her husband, as well as other multicultural couples and experts. It's truly an amazing community that so many couples have been searching for! For full show notes and links: https://love.intently.com/blog/community-for-cross-cultural-couples Connect with KC Website: https://www.borderlessstories.com/ Instagram: @kcmciftci and @borderlessstoriespodcast Connect with Sophie and Love Intently https://loveintently.com Follow @love.intently on Instagram Follow @sophkwok on Instagram

FEAT. Sophie Kwok SUPER BOWL: Recapping the game, Shakira + J-Lo Halftime Show, and the commercials. STORY OF THE WEEK: Chiefs winning is a sign of the end times according to viral prophecy. BOLD STRATEGY: Man registers beer as his emotional support animal. GOOD NEWS: Filmmaker accidentally discovers footage of baby's first steps + Dog survives cancer and ends up on Super Bowl commercial + KC Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes pays bill of everyone in restaurant. The Bachelor: Week 5 Recap + A Bachelor show for the elderly. TV AND MOVIES: Owen Wilson joining Loki series + a movie version of Hamilton with the original cast + Will Space Jam 2 incorporate a tribute to Kobe? AT THE BUZZER: Attachment theory and relational wisdom with Love Intently. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buzzerpodcast/message

Katey Yurko lives in Austin, Texas with her boyfriend Dan. She's the creator of The Violet Fog, a website packed with tips on mental wellness, love, holistic well-being and DIY beauty. She has SUCH an important message to share with us today. It's about how loving and KNOWING yourself more intently can help those who live with depression. Katey went for years not understanding her depression well, and developed really unhealthy coping mechanisms. She isolated herself from others, for fear of being judged or misunderstood. She felt like a burden to friends and family, even though they were always supportive. That's why she's so passionate to share what has helped her the most in her struggle with depression. She especially wants to share her knowledge on ways to fight depression that don't include taking prescription medication. Listen in to episode number 44 of the Love Intently Podcast to hear how Katey realized she had depression, what it looked like in her darkest days, research-based tips for depression and mental wellness, and how she opens up to her boyfriend and family when she's having a depressive episode. You can follow her on Instagram @thevioletfog and on her website, http://violetfog.com/. She absolutely loves when people who follow her say hello and connect, so don't be shy!     Additionally, there are two exciting events Love Intently is involved with this month. On Feb 13th, there will be a Live Love Intently Podcast recording with Elsa Moreck and Jessica Honeger. For more details go here: http://eventbrite.com/e/love-intently-live-podcast-recording-at-austin-proper-hotel-tickets-91243452623 Love + Culture Haven: a virtual retreat celebrating love across borders https://retreat2020.borderlessstories.com/?sc=kfM577PG&ac=IeOEUrp5 For full show notes: https://loveintently.com/blog/how-to-fight-depression-naturally-violet-fog

We’re back! After a 4ish month break, we are back with two episodes this week. On this episode Sophie shares her journey over the last year and why she had to take a break. She was facing a massive creative and emotional burnout on top of health issues that sprung up on her. On this episode she will share her lessons through this break and whats to come from the Love Intently podcast. Additionally, there are two exciting events Love Intently is involved with this month. On Feb 13th, there will be a Live Love Intently Podcast recording with Elsa Moreck and Jessica Honeger. For more details go here: http://eventbrite.com/e/love-intently-live-podcast-recording-at-austin-proper-hotel-tickets-91243452623 Love + Culture Haven: a virtual retreat celebrating love across borders https://retreat2020.borderlessstories.com/?sc=kfM577PG&ac=IeOEUrp5 Instagram: @sophkwok @love.intently Link to Shownotes: https://loveintently.com/blog/wereback

“It’s very important to see dating as something that happens over time. You’re allowing time to let the connection unfold.” -Crista Beck Crista Beck, is a dating expert who teaches single people who are seeking a healthy and long-term relationship how to attract quality dating partners, increase their confidence, and take the actions necessary to have the love they deeply desire. She is regarded by her clients as a “romantic healer” due to her holistic and conscious approach to finding a meaningful relationship in the era of hookup culture and online dating. Her message has been heard by over a million people globally. Crista Beck has been featured on ABC, FOX, and TEDx. With over 20,000 hours of meditation as well as an award winning violinist, Crista brings pure love to her 10+ years as a love & dating coach. For more info go to www.cristabeck.com While Crista coaches both men and women alike, she specializes in helping smart and successful single people who want a secure relationship, but struggle with the fear of picking the wrong partner again. Through her one-on-one and group coaching programs they can stop struggling with the overwhelm of dating and finally feel at home in the relationship they always wanted. Actively building her dating advice and coaching business since 2009, she has played an active role in the love and relationship industry, advising and helping thousands of single people around the world. She is the co-creator of the Jumpstart Your Heart Process™, and creator of the Sure-Fire Dating Formula™ focusing on helping people identify and release their hidden barriers to love, become the kind of person that is open to love, and feel empowered and at ease on the dating scene. In this episode, Crista lets us in on her best tips that she shares with her one-on-one consulting and group coaching clients. Read the full show notes with links to resources here: https://loveintently.com/blog/crista-beck-dating-coach To work with Crista: http://cristabeck.com/contact/ Follow: @cristabeck Follow: @love.intently Follow: @sophkwok   What’s Your Dating IQ? If you want to… -Take your dating life to the next level and find a great partner -Set your love life up for success -Know what to avoid so you don't make common mistakes on the dating scene Take Crista Beck’s Dating IQ quiz and predict your success in finding love AND learn secrets to having a fulfilling dating life, so you can experience fun, connection,  and passion both day–to–day and long–term. Crista’s Dating IQ Quiz will illuminate the 4 disciplines that make the difference between a healthy, and powerful dating life vs. one that's in despair, and struggling. This 4 minute quiz exposes what to pay attention to and specific actions you can take, so your love life THRIVES. Invest in your love life and take the free quiz now: www.DatingIQquiz.com P.S. In the “Referred By” section put “Love Intently” to be entered to win an Attract Love Breakthrough One-on-One Session with Crista.

This week’s couple is Heather and Faiez, co-founders of Prep To Your Door, a local, organic and responsible meal prep delivery service based in Austin, TX. This episode of Love Intently is as densely packed with honesty and thoughtful relationship advice as their meals are packed with nutrients. The seeds of their love story were planted during one summer at Harvard University, where they worked on a group project together. Their love and admiration for each other grew and eventually they came back to their roots in Texas with tons of fresh, organic ideas to bring from the farm to the table. Listen in to hear their raw emotions on being an interracial couple, overcoming addiction, and the difficult conversations that must be had when your business partner is also your life partner. In this episode, Sophie, Heather and Faiez discuss: -How they knew they were right for each other from a moment of silence on a park bench “We were just sitting in silence...it was a very special moment, the energy was very special.” - Faiez -The journey of how Prep To Your Door came to be “When we met, I was a big time meat eater, and she was vegetarian. One of the things I did to try and impress her was go vegetarian for ten days...and I ended up really liking it.” - Faiez -How the couple overcame Faiez’s overuse of weed as a coping mechanism for stress and anxiety “In some ways it’s really tested our relationship and in some ways it’s really strengthened our relationship.” - Heather -Lessons they learned from being an interracial couple “We had an alarm go off in our kitchen and I’ve seen a cop approach him, and when I walk up everything’s ok. That was a really hard journey for me because I felt guilt about it.” -Heather -Wise motherly advice on how to pick your life partner “When the sex appeal is gone...the only thing you have with your partner is conversation.” -Heather To get in touch with Heather and Faiez or to support their business: https://www.preptoyourdoor.com/ heather@preptoyourdoor.com faiez@preptoyourdoor.com FOLLOW: @preptoyourdoor FOLLOW @love.intently FOLLOW @sophkwok www.loveintently.com/blog/prep-to-your-door

Many of our Love Intently couples’ stories begin in adolescence, and we love our high school sweetheart couples, but Bree and Carlos bring a whole new love story to the table--the farmhouse kitchen table, to be exact. Our latest guest couple moved in together after only two weeks of knowing each other. Yes, two weeks! They barely had any possessions and even slept on an air mattress for quite some time. Bree and Carlos take us on their journey from two shots at a sports bar, to having nothing but a few bags of clothes, all the way to building multiple successful family-run business, where their mission is to empower others and bring families together through design and style, including 2310 Routh Street, Lavender Mind Designs, the Curated project, and the Iman Project. Together they are quite the powerhouse couple. Bree has also spoken on many stages over the years including TedX. In this episode, Sophie, Bree, and Carlos discuss: -How they each knew after only two weeks of knowing each other that this one was different “We really confided in each other- it was such a safe haven for both of us” -Bree -How they went from having nothing but their clothes and an air mattress to having a beautiful family and successful businesses When we first got together, we didn’t have anything at all. We built everything that we have as one, with each other." -Carlos -The inspiration and purpose behind their family lifestyle brand and design business “We want to give everybody opportunities that we never had. Everything we do with our brands and our business, that’s always the forefront” -Bree -The hard season of their marriage that arose as a result of skipping the dating phase and how they got through it “We ended up going to counseling. There was a lot of stuff. We couldn’t hear each other because we didn’t talk about things. We started from scratch.” - Bree -Why it’s important to fall in love with you first and know who you are “Learning how to love yourself and knowing who you are is a big thing. You can’t love somebody if you don’t love yourself.” -Carlos -Advice for married couples in business together "If you promise each other you’re not going to go to bed angry at each other, it’s going to be a better day the next day.” -Carlos To learn more about Bree and Carlos' businesses, check out: https://www.theimanproject.com/ https://www.instagram.com/theimanproject/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/2310RouthStreet/ https://www.instagram.com/2310routhstreet/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/lavendermintdesigns/ Shownotes https://loveintently.com/blog/bree-and-carlos

Tiffany and Joseph Kong are a true model of married couple #goals for so many people. Together they create content and resources to help thousands of other couples through their marriage journeys, available on their blog, Discovering We. What started out as a private way for Tiffany to document her learnings and growth on her own marriage journey, turned into an amazing resource for young married couples who are feeling stuck, looking to connect, and need practical tips to deepen their marriage. Head to their website discoveringwe.com to check out the Organized Wife Binder Bundle, a downloadable PDF with 14 different templates to help you stay organized and intentional in your life and marriage. Included are templates for things like date nights, vacation planning, financial planning, meal planning, and more. In this episode of Love Intently, you will get to hear in detail the journey of growth for a couple who was long distance for five years, who describe themselves as total opposites, and who went through the heartbreak of a miscarriage. "Even though you go through something like a miscarriage, you will overcome it and there are other blessings coming your way, even if it may not be a child." -Tiffany "While we were dating I wish I knew how to cope with her feelings. I wouldn't know how to handle it if she came home crying. I had to learn I need to be a supporter, a shoulder for her to cry on." -Joseph "We had to realize early on that we're not each other's enemies. We're here to support, encourage and love each other so we can bring out the best in each other" -Tiffany "Love Intently means we're doing things for each other so we can grow our marriage for the future." -Joseph Resources: https://discoveringwe.com/ https://www.instagram.com/discoveringwe/ www.loveintently.com/blog/discovering-we  

On this episode, Jen and Jonathan Lewis share how they make both work and love work! They just had their first baby girl, who is the most precious sweet angel. They are frank with the evolution of their relationship as they have pursued making an impact and entrepreneurship. They have the relationship they have and do the work they love because... they have because they’ve worked on it not because it just came to them quickly. That’s what we find to be most true, it isn’t just happily ever after. It's let’s choose to make this happily ever after every day, which they do and share wisdom nuggets of the "how" behind it all. Jen is the founder of Purse & Clutch a socially conscious handbag brand working to break the cycle of poverty by connecting you to talented artisans in Guatemala, Mexico & Ethiopia. Their mission is to help support sustainable, long-term employment for men & women with limited opportunities. They know the names of the men & the women who are making their handbags. Their commitment to ethical fashion starts at the very beginning of the process & ends with you carrying the most beautiful bag in the room. Jonathan is the director at ThinkTiv, he also teaches at Austin Center for Design, where Sophie went to graduate school and also where Love Intently was birthed. Go back to episode one for all the details about that. https://www.purseandclutch.com/ https://www.instagram.com/purseandclutch/?hl=en https://thinktiv.com Shownotes link: www.loveintently.com/blog/jen-and-jonathan-lewis

This episode we share our full interviews with each couple from the #LOVEAGREATSTORY collaboration with Live a Great Story. First, we have Taylor and Jared, Taylor is a phenomenal lifestyle design coach and business consultant - she really is so good at what she does. And Jared is the marketing director for a financial media company. They tried their hardest to keep things light and casual ... but in reality, they fell pretty hard for each other instantly. Morgan and Jeremy met at the gym but quickly started dating shortly after. They always dreamt of opening their own franchise and are now both the owners of Tru Fusion South Austin which opens in March!! Shruthi and Hank who was on episode 11 of our podcast. Shruthi is a uber talented writer, content creator, blogger and influencer and Hank is an architect. Their interview will have you rolling laughing and leave you with practical tips on conflict resolution. Lastly, we have CJ and Erin, who was on episode 22 on The Love Intently podcast. Both have overcome adversity between losing Erin's father unexpectedly and autoimmune disease. However, through their story, together inspire and empower entrepreneurs and our wellness and fitness journeys. It was a blast sharing these stories. They are some of our most cherished couples in our community. Special thank you to each one of these couples who took their time to share their love story with us. Links to more on the couples found in show notes: https://loveintently.com/blog/love-a-great-story/2019/1/24 Shop the limited edition Love A Great Story Collection at www.liveagreatstory.com/pages/love

Ever wonder if getting into a fight with your partner impacts your physical health and not just your mental health? Dr. Lisa Neff has the answer - it does! She has spent most of her career digging deep into couples, and how their relationships evolve over time, and the results are fascinating! Dr. Neff is also an advisor to Love Intently, and has helped us shape our program in a research-based way!   Join us as we discuss some of the trickier topics in relationships - conflict, stress and the impact on your health!   Book https://www.amazon.com/Science-Relationships-Answers-Questions-Marriage/dp/1465201408/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1534106194&sr=8-1&keywords=lisa+neff http://austinmarriageproject.com/researchers

Ever wonder if getting into a fight with your partner impacts your physical health and not just your mental health? Dr. Lisa Neff has the answer - it does! She has spent most of her career digging deep into couples, and how their relationships evolve over time, and the results are fascinating! Dr. Neff is also an advisor to Love Intently, and has helped us shape our program in a research-based way!   Join us as we discuss some of the trickier topics in relationships - conflict, stress and the impact on your health!   Book https://www.amazon.com/Science-Relationships-Answers-Questions-Marriage/dp/1465201408/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1534106194&sr=8-1&keywords=lisa+neff http://austinmarriageproject.com/researchers

Sophie is the founder & CEO of Love Intently which focuses on empowering relationships to thrive. We get into the trenches of what holds us all back from creating the types of connections we want and how to change that. Catch Sophie on her newly launched podcast "Love Intently with Sophie Kwok". She can also be found on IG @loveintently and @sophiekwok www.loveintently.com

In this episode, Love Intently’s Founder and CEO shares her founding story. A Texas native, and the first American-born child in her family, Sophie began her personal journey with a sincere desire to rebuild her relationship with her parents. In learning to connect with them, she realized the disagreements didn’t stem from a lack of love but a lack of understanding. She stumbled upon frameworks and relationship science, deciding to apply it to her life. By better understanding how people give, receive, and communicate love differently, it transformed her relationship with her parents. Although there was a lot of trial-and-error, she came to see any relationship could benefit from intentional acts of love. The journey with her parents inspired her to empower others to strengthen their relationships too - paving the way for Love Intently.   Sophie shares how she pivoted her career from working as Interior Design to interaction design to where she is today. For the inaugural episode, Sophie is interviewed by Brandon Hill from @howdybrandon. Learn all about where Love Intently came from and where it’s going next!   Join the Love Intently Beta www.loveintently.com/beta Join the Love Intently community on instagram @love.intently Follow Sophie on instagram @sophie_kwok Follow Sophie on Twitter @sophkwok   Special thanks again to Brandon Hill. Please find his work at http://howdybrandon.com/ or @howdybrandon on instagram.   Blog post link: http://loveintently.com/blog/love-intentlys-founder-story-with-sophie-kwok/2018/7/23

The Love Intently Podcast with Sophie Kwok is centered around empowering a world that loves intently. Join us each week as Sophie brings first-class relationship experts, researchers, and couples to discuss what it takes to make modern love work today.

An interview with Sophie Kwok, the founder of Love Intently, a service that empowers couples to build stronger and deeper relationships by taking the guesswork out of showing you care. How is it that our relationships, which are arguably the most important areas of our lives, can be so unsupported in today’s society? Hear Sophie’s perspective in this episode along with a slew of other simple, yet significant love tips that you can implement right away.    SHOW NOTES: Grab a ticket to Vancouver's summer workshop on August 8th Join the waitlist for #THISWILIDEA, a weekend experience in San Diego, CA to encourage the ignition of ideas that will inevitably disrupt culture, make an impact, and simultaneously, take a small business to the next level. Sign up for a free 14-day trial of a 3-month membership with Beachbody On Demand. Access our podcast community channel on Slack Support the show on Patreon & get rad rewards