Podcast appearances and mentions of mark borg

On Military Mom Talk Radio, Sandra Beck is joined by clinical psychologist and author Dr. Mark Borg for a powerful discussion about one of the most common—and most painful—relationship dynamics: being conflict-averse while deeply connected to people who seem to thrive on conflict and drama. Whether it's a spouse, a parent, or a child, living with someone who constantly stirs the emotional pot can leave you feeling drained, anxious, and stuck. Dr. Borg offers actionable insight into how to maintain your own emotional peace without enabling toxic patterns or losing your sense of self. Sandra and Dr. Borg unpack the psychology behind conflict-seeking behavior, and offer practical tools for setting boundaries, staying grounded, and protecting your energy—while still showing up for the people you love. If you've ever asked yourself, “Why do they always start something?” or “How do I keep my sanity when they won't stop pushing my buttons?”—this episode is for you.Tune in to Motherhood Talk Radio on Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.

On this episode of Powered Up Talk Radio, hosts Sandra Beck and Linda Franklin engage best-selling author Dr. Mark Borg in a compelling conversation about his groundbreaking new guide, Making Your Crazy Work for You. Building on the success of the Irrelationship series, Dr. Borg presents a step-by-step program for deep self-understanding and transformative change. He redefines our “crazy” as the unique responses we have to pain, fear, and anxiety—emotions often born from a hidden sense of isolation, even when we are surrounded by others. By learning to listen to and harness these intense feelings, we can break free from isolation and open ourselves up to genuine love and connection. Drawing from his extensive clinical experience and personal insights, each chapter of the book features fresh case studies, engaging exercises, and practical tools designed to help readers reverse unhealthy behavior patterns, tap into their authentic emotions, and create more fulfilling relationships.

Sandra Beck, host of Motherhood Talk Radio, interviews Dr. Mark Borg, author of Making Your Crazy Work for You and Don't Be a Dick!. Dr. Mark B. Borg, Jr., Ph.D., a renowned community psychologist and psychoanalyst, is a founding partner of The Community Consulting Group and serves as a supervisor of psychotherapy at the William Alanson White Institute. With extensive writing on the intersection of psychoanalysis and community crisis intervention, Dr. Borg shares his unique insights on mental health, relationships, and how to turn personal challenges into growth opportunities. This episode offers valuable advice for anyone seeking to navigate life's complexities with a fresh perspective. Motherhood Talk Radio can be found on popular platforms such as Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict. The show is sponsored by BetterHelp, offering a special discount of 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/motherhoodtalk. Plus, listeners can enjoy 50% off their first month and free shipping on any KiwiCo crate by visiting kiwico.com/motherhoodtalk.

Sandra Beck, host of Motherhood Talk Radio, interviews Dr. Mark Borg, author of Making Your Crazy Work for You and Don't Be a Dick!. Dr. Mark B. Borg, Jr., Ph.D., a renowned community psychologist and psychoanalyst, is a founding partner of The Community Consulting Group and serves as a supervisor of psychotherapy at the William Alanson White Institute. With extensive writing on the intersection of psychoanalysis and community crisis intervention, Dr. Borg shares his unique insights on mental health, relationships, and how to turn personal challenges into growth opportunities. This episode offers valuable advice for anyone seeking to navigate life's complexities with a fresh perspective. Motherhood Talk Radio can be found on popular platforms such as Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict. The show is sponsored by BetterHelp, offering a special discount of 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/motherhoodtalk. Plus, listeners can enjoy 50% off their first month and free shipping on any KiwiCo crate by visiting kiwico.com/motherhoodtalk.

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio speaks with relationship expert and best-selling author Dr. Mark Borg about how to identify, manage, and release difficult emotions. Dr. Mark B. Borg, Jr. is a community psychologist and psychoanalyst, a founding partner of The Community Consulting Group, and a psychotherapy supervisor at the William Alanson White Institute. He has written extensively on the intersection of psychoanalysis and community crisis intervention and is in private practice in New York City. Dr. Borg earned his MA and PhD from the California School of Professional Psychology in a dual-track program in clinical and community psychology. During his time there, he contributed to a community empowerment project in South Central Los Angeles following the 1992 riots and provided psychotherapy at the AIDS Services Foundation in Orange County, California. An avid surfer, Dr. Borg surfs whenever he can. Tune in to Coach Talk Radio on Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio speaks with relationship expert and best-selling author Dr. Mark Borg about how to identify, manage, and release difficult emotions. Dr. Mark B. Borg, Jr. is a community psychologist and psychoanalyst, a founding partner of The Community Consulting Group, and a psychotherapy supervisor at the William Alanson White Institute. He has written extensively on the intersection of psychoanalysis and community crisis intervention and is in private practice in New York City. Dr. Borg earned his MA and PhD from the California School of Professional Psychology in a dual-track program in clinical and community psychology. During his time there, he contributed to a community empowerment project in South Central Los Angeles following the 1992 riots and provided psychotherapy at the AIDS Services Foundation in Orange County, California. An avid surfer, Dr. Borg surfs whenever he can. Tune in to Coach Talk Radio on Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.

Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio speaks with Dr. Mark Borg, author of Making Your Crazy work for you and Don't be a Dick! Mark B. Borg, Jr., Ph. D. is a community psychologist and psychoanalyst, founding partner of The Community Consulting Group, and a supervisor of psychotherapy at the William Alanson White Institute. He has written extensively about the intersection of psychoanalysis and community crisis intervention. Motherhood Talk Radio can also be found on Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, I Heart Radio, Apple Podcasts, Itunes, Stitcher, Player FM and Podcast Addict. This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp dot com slash/motherhoodtalk today to get 10% off your first month.Listen for a great offer from Kiwi Co. Get 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line at kiwico.com/motherhoodtalk.

Sandra Beck of Motherhood Talk Radio speaks with Dr. Mark Borg, author of Making Your Crazy work for you and Don't be a Dick! Mark B. Borg, Jr., Ph. D. is a community psychologist and psychoanalyst, founding partner of The Community Consulting Group, and a supervisor of psychotherapy at the William Alanson White Institute. He has written extensively about the intersection of psychoanalysis and community crisis intervention. Motherhood Talk Radio can also be found on Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, I Heart Radio, Apple Podcasts, Itunes, Stitcher, Player FM and Podcast Addict. This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp dot com slash/motherhoodtalk today to get 10% off your first month.Listen for a great offer from Kiwi Co. Get 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line at kiwico.com/motherhoodtalk.

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio speaks with Dr Mark Borg about Conflict Resolution in partnerships, family and intimate relationships.Mark B. Borg, Jr., Ph. D. is a community psychologist and psychoanalyst, founding partner of The Community Consulting Group, and a supervisor of psychotherapy at the William Alanson White Institute. He has written extensively about the intersection of psychoanalysis and community crisis intervention. Listen for a great offer from to HelloFresh.com /coachtalk16 and use code coachtalk16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping. Green Chef is the #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well, with dinners that work for you—not the other way around.Coach Talk Radio can also be found on Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, I Heart Radio, Apple Podcasts, Itunes, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio speaks with Dr Mark Borg about Conflict Resolution in partnerships, family and intimate relationships.Mark B. Borg, Jr., Ph. D. is a community psychologist and psychoanalyst, founding partner of The Community Consulting Group, and a supervisor of psychotherapy at the William Alanson White Institute. He has written extensively about the intersection of psychoanalysis and community crisis intervention. Listen for a great offer from to HelloFresh.com /coachtalk16 and use code coachtalk16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping. Green Chef is the #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well, with dinners that work for you—not the other way around.Coach Talk Radio can also be found on Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, I Heart Radio, Apple Podcasts, Itunes, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio speaks with relationship expert and best selling author Dr. Mark Borg about how to identify, manage and release difficult emotions. Mark B. Borg, Jr., Ph.D. is a community psychologist and psychoanalyst, founding partner of The Community Consulting Group, and a supervisor of psychotherapy at the William Alanson White Institute. He has written extensively about the intersection of psychoanalysis and community crisis intervention. He is in private practice in New York City. Dr. Borg attended graduate school at the California School of Professional Psychology, where he earned both his MA and PhD in a dual-track program in clinical and community psychology. While there, Dr. Borg served on a four-year community empowerment project that was developed in South Central Los Angeles in the wake of the 1992 riots. Also at that time, he conducted individual and group psychotherapy at the AIDS Services Foundation in Orange County, California. He surfs every chance he gets.Coach Talk Radio can also be found on Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, I Heart Radio, Apple Podcasts, Itunes, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio speaks with relationship expert and best selling author Dr. Mark Borg about how to identify, manage and release difficult emotions. Mark B. Borg, Jr., Ph.D. is a community psychologist and psychoanalyst, founding partner of The Community Consulting Group, and a supervisor of psychotherapy at the William Alanson White Institute. He has written extensively about the intersection of psychoanalysis and community crisis intervention. He is in private practice in New York City. Dr. Borg attended graduate school at the California School of Professional Psychology, where he earned both his MA and PhD in a dual-track program in clinical and community psychology. While there, Dr. Borg served on a four-year community empowerment project that was developed in South Central Los Angeles in the wake of the 1992 riots. Also at that time, he conducted individual and group psychotherapy at the AIDS Services Foundation in Orange County, California. He surfs every chance he gets.Coach Talk Radio can also be found on Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, I Heart Radio, Apple Podcasts, Itunes, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.

Mark Borg, author of Don't Be a Dick. Topic: Change yourself, change your world. Issues: What does it mean to be a dick and why are some people (including ourselves) that way? The difference between internal dicks and external dicks; how to quit being a dick—and get others to quit too; how to avoid backsliding; […] The post Don’t Be a Dick appeared first on Mr. Dad.

Lucie LeBlanc, author of Ordinary Parents Raising Extraordinary Children. Topic: Unlocking your child's inner strength to full self-expression. Issues: Understanding the human mind; programming your child for success; the six creative faculties (perception, memory, reason, will power, intuition, and imagination); common parental errors; much more. Mark Borg, author of Don't Be a Dick. Topic: Change […] The post Raising Extraordinary Children + Change Yourself, Change the World appeared first on Mr. Dad.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 380 with Dr. Mark Borg author of Making Your Crazy Work For You. Many of us encounter the same challenges over and over, even when our circumstances change. Perhaps we find ourselves having similar relationship problems with every partner we choose, feeling isolated no matter who we are surrounded by, or internalizing a sense of failure no matter how many successes we accumulate. And while we may try to alter our outcomes by changing our partners, friends, or careers, we somehow face the same issues, but with different people or situations. If "crazy" is doing the same thing while expecting different results, it seems that many of us are unwittingly engaging in crazy behavior.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 380 with Dr. Mark Borg author of Making Your Crazy Work For You. Many of us encounter the same challenges over and over, even when our circumstances change. Perhaps we find ourselves having similar relationship problems with every partner we choose, feeling isolated no matter who we are surrounded by, or internalizing a sense of failure no matter how many successes we accumulate. And while we may try to alter our outcomes by changing our partners, friends, or careers, we somehow face the same issues, but with different people or situations. If "crazy" is doing the same thing while expecting different results, it seems that many of us are unwittingly engaging in crazy behavior.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 380 with Dr. Mark Borg author of Making Your Crazy Work For You. Many of us encounter the same challenges over and over, even when our circumstances change. Perhaps we find ourselves having similar relationship problems with every partner we choose, feeling isolated no matter who we are surrounded by, or internalizing a sense of failure no matter how many successes we accumulate. And while we may try to alter our outcomes by changing our partners, friends, or careers, we somehow face the same issues, but with different people or situations. If "crazy" is doing the same thing while expecting different results, it seems that many of us are unwittingly engaging in crazy behavior.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 380 with Dr. Mark Borg author of Making Your Crazy Work For You. Many of us encounter the same challenges over and over, even when our circumstances change. Perhaps we find ourselves having similar relationship problems with every partner we choose, feeling isolated no matter who we are surrounded by, or internalizing a sense of failure no matter how many successes we accumulate. And while we may try to alter our outcomes by changing our partners, friends, or careers, we somehow face the same issues, but with different people or situations. If "crazy" is doing the same thing while expecting different results, it seems that many of us are unwittingly engaging in crazy behavior.

This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward. Episode 380 with Dr. Mark Borg author of Making Your Crazy Work For You. Many of us encounter the same challenges over and over, even when our circumstances change. Perhaps we find ourselves having similar relationship problems with every partner we choose, feeling isolated no matter who we are surrounded by, or internalizing a sense of failure no matter how many successes we accumulate. And while we may try to alter our outcomes by changing our partners, friends, or careers, we somehow face the same issues, but with different people or situations. If "crazy" is doing the same thing while expecting different results, it seems that many of us are unwittingly engaging in crazy behavior.

Kim sits down with Dr. Mark Borg, who was caught in the blizzard that was national news last week.

How can we recognize and change our own unconscious behaviours that are holding us back from finding happy, fulfilling relationships?   Tonight, I'm joined by Dr. Mark Borg, Jr., Ph.D. , a community and clinical psychologist and a psychoanalyst practicing in New York City, who will be shedding insight into this. Along with Dr. Grant Brenner and Danny Berry, he is the author of the new book Making Your Crazy Work for You: From Isolation to Self-Acceptance, Compassionate Empathy, and Love, available now. Tonight, we'll be discussing how you can recognize toxic behaviours in yourself and others, how you can embrace vulnerability and how this can lead to healthier relationships. Thanks for joining us tonight, Mark! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kathryn interviews Author Mark Borg Jr., PhD. Many of us encounter the same challenges over and over, even when our circumstances change. Perhaps we find ourselves having similar relationship problems with every partner we choose, feeling isolated no matter who we are surrounded by, or internalizing a sense of failure no matter how many successes we accumulate. If ‘crazy' is doing the same thing while expecting different results, it seems that many of us are unwittingly engaging in crazy behavior. Of course, most of us do not want to admit to our own craziness. But, what if, by confronting and understanding our unhelpful behavior, we can learn how to embrace healthy and fulfilling relationships with ourselves and others? Offering relatable case studies and revealing exercises for self-reflection, Mark Borg Jr. PhD helps us recover the lost parts of ourselves so that we can embrace new levels of self-acceptance and a deeper connection with others. Borg, a psychoanalyst practicing in NYC and a community and clinical psychologist, is a supervisor at the William Alanson White Institute. Kathryn also interviews Author Lorene Cary MA. From cherished memories of weekends she spent as a child with her indulgent Nana to the reality of the year she spent ‘ladysitting' her now frail grandmother, Lorene Cary journeys through stories of their time together and five generations of their African American family. Brilliantly weaving a narrative of her complicated yet transformative relationship with Nana?a fierce, stubborn, and independent woman, who managed a business until she was 100?Cary looks at Nana's impulse to control people and fate, from the early death of her mother and oppression in the Jim Crow South to living on her own in her NJ home. Cary, a senior lecturer at U Penn, author of two memoirs and three novels, has written for Time and Newsweek and been featured in O, the Oprah Magazine.

Kathryn interviews Author Mark Borg Jr., PhD. Many of us encounter the same challenges over and over, even when our circumstances change. Perhaps we find ourselves having similar relationship problems with every partner we choose, feeling isolated no matter who we are surrounded by, or internalizing a sense of failure no matter how many successes we accumulate. If ‘crazy' is doing the same thing while expecting different results, it seems that many of us are unwittingly engaging in crazy behavior. Of course, most of us do not want to admit to our own craziness. But, what if, by confronting and understanding our unhelpful behavior, we can learn how to embrace healthy and fulfilling relationships with ourselves and others? Offering relatable case studies and revealing exercises for self-reflection, Mark Borg Jr. PhD helps us recover the lost parts of ourselves so that we can embrace new levels of self-acceptance and a deeper connection with others. Borg, a psychoanalyst practicing in NYC and a community and clinical psychologist, is a supervisor at the William Alanson White Institute. Kathryn also interviews Author Lorene Cary MA. From cherished memories of weekends she spent as a child with her indulgent Nana to the reality of the year she spent ‘ladysitting' her now frail grandmother, Lorene Cary journeys through stories of their time together and five generations of their African American family. Brilliantly weaving a narrative of her complicated yet transformative relationship with Nana?a fierce, stubborn, and independent woman, who managed a business until she was 100?Cary looks at Nana's impulse to control people and fate, from the early death of her mother and oppression in the Jim Crow South to living on her own in her NJ home. Cary, a senior lecturer at U Penn, author of two memoirs and three novels, has written for Time and Newsweek and been featured in O, the Oprah Magazine.

Do you ever feel like you're going crazy? Many of us have dysfunctional self-relationships that can create personal and relational issues, making us feel a bit crazy. Listen to today's show to better understand your "crazy" and how to make it work for you.  In this episode with Dr. Mark Borg, we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How we sometimes create negative relationships with ourselves and how to remedy this Where dysfunctional relationships with ourselves can originate The performer identity to earn love and the key insights this can provide for improving your relationship Why we are sometimes driven in our relationships by the need to be seen as good How to have compassionate empathy toward ourselves Diving into your past to create powerful healing And much more! For more information on our guest, and for the episode links visit: https://idopodcast.com/331 Sign up for our 14 Day Happy Couples Challenge here: 14 Day Happy Couples Challenge Do you want to hear more on this topic? Continue the conversation on our Facebook Group here: Love Tribe Sponsors BetterHelp: Get help on your own time and at your own pace. Get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/IDO. Green Chef: The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. Visit  GreenChef.com/ido10 and use the code ido10 to get 10 Free Meals including free shipping! Bonafide offers naturally derived products to treat menopause, PMS and intimacy issues. It's easy to use, safe, hormone-free & recommended by thousands of doctors. Get 20% off your first purchase when you subscribe to any product. Go to HelloBonafide.com and use promo code IDO. Spark My Relationship Course: Get $100 off our online course. Visit SparkMyRelationship.com/Unlock for our special offer just for our I Do Podcast listeners! If you love this episode (and our podcast!), would you mind giving us a review in iTunes? It would mean the world to us and we promise it only takes a minute. Many thanks in advance! – Chase & Sarah

Mark Borg, author of Don't Be a Dick. Topic: Change yourself, change your world. Issues: What does it mean to be a dick and why are some people (including ourselves) that way? The difference between internal dicks and external dicks; how to quit being a dick—and get others to quit too; how to avoid backsliding; […] The post Don’t Be a Dick appeared first on Mr. Dad.

Lucie LeBlanc, author of Ordinary Parents Raising Extraordinary Children. Topic: Unlocking your child's inner strength to full self-expression. Issues: Understanding the human mind; programming your child for success; the six creative faculties (perception, memory, reason, will power, intuition, and imagination); common parental errors; much more. Mark Borg, author of Don't Be a Dick. Topic: Change […] The post Raising Extraordinary Children + Change Yourself, Change the World appeared first on Mr. Dad.

Mark Borg joins us to reflect on years of co-authorship with Grant Brenner and Danny Berry. Hear different perspectives on the same experience to learn how the "Three Amigos" have produced two books together, with a third on the way!

When we are hurt, we hurt others—yet when they hurt us back, we wonder why. This is one of the central phenomena addressed by Mark Borg, Jr. in his new book, Don't Be a Dick: Change Yourself, Change Your World (Central Recovery Press). He applies his psychoanalytic perspective towards understanding the deep-seated insecurities which drive us to treat others exactly as we wish not to be treated. Yet he also offers practical skills and insights for breaking the cycles that lead to our bad behavior which, in turn, invites ‘dickish' behavior from others. In our interview, he shares about very personal experiences which served as inspiration for this book and breaks down his concepts so that we might all be better at not being ‘dicks.' This interview will speak to anyone struggling to understand and overcome toxic behavior, in others or in oneself. Mark Borg is a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst in New York City who has been in private practice for twenty-two years, and the coauthor of the books Irrelationship and its follow-up book, Relationship Sanity. He is also a community psychologist and founding partner of the Community Consulting Group who has written extensively about the intersection of psychoanalysis and community crisis intervention. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in Miami. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in gender and sexuality, eating and body image problems, and relationship issues. He is a graduate and faculty of William Alanson White Institute in Psychiatry, Psychoanalysis, and Psychology in New York City and former chair of their LGBTQ Study Group; and faculty at Florida Psychoanalytic Institute in Miami. He is also a contributing author to the book Introduction to Contemporary Psychoanalysis: Defining Terms and Building Bridges (2018, Routledge). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/psychology

When we are hurt, we hurt others—yet when they hurt us back, we wonder why. This is one of the central phenomena addressed by Mark Bork, Jr. in his new book, Don’t Be a Dick: Change Yourself, Change Your World (Central Recovery Press). He applies his psychoanalytic perspective towards understanding the deep-seated insecurities which drive us to treat others exactly as we wish not to be treated. Yet he also offers practical skills and insights for breaking the cycles that lead to our bad behavior which, in turn, invites ‘dickish’ behavior from others. In our interview, he shares about very personal experiences which served as inspiration for this book and breaks down his concepts so that we might all be better at not being ‘dicks.’ This interview will speak to anyone struggling to understand and overcome toxic behavior, in others or in oneself. Mark Borg is a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst in New York City who has been in private practice for twenty-two years, and the coauthor of the books Irrelationship and its follow-up book, Relationship Sanity. He is also a community psychologist and founding partner of the Community Consulting Group who has written extensively about the intersection of psychoanalysis and community crisis intervention. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in Miami. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in gender and sexuality, eating and body image problems, and relationship issues. He is a graduate and faculty of William Alanson White Institute in Psychiatry, Psychoanalysis, and Psychology in New York City and former chair of their LGBTQ Study Group; and faculty at Florida Psychoanalytic Institute in Miami. He is also a contributing author to the book Introduction to Contemporary Psychoanalysis: Defining Terms and Building Bridges (2018, Routledge). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When we are hurt, we hurt others—yet when they hurt us back, we wonder why. This is one of the central phenomena addressed by Mark Bork, Jr. in his new book, Don't Be a Dick: Change Yourself, Change Your World (Central Recovery Press). He applies his psychoanalytic perspective towards understanding the deep-seated insecurities which drive us to treat others exactly as we wish not to be treated. Yet he also offers practical skills and insights for breaking the cycles that lead to our bad behavior which, in turn, invites ‘dickish' behavior from others. In our interview, he shares about very personal experiences which served as inspiration for this book and breaks down his concepts so that we might all be better at not being ‘dicks.' This interview will speak to anyone struggling to understand and overcome toxic behavior, in others or in oneself. Mark Borg is a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst in New York City who has been in private practice for twenty-two years, and the coauthor of the books Irrelationship and its follow-up book, Relationship Sanity. He is also a community psychologist and founding partner of the Community Consulting Group who has written extensively about the intersection of psychoanalysis and community crisis intervention. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in Miami. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in gender and sexuality, eating and body image problems, and relationship issues. He is a graduate and faculty of William Alanson White Institute in Psychiatry, Psychoanalysis, and Psychology in New York City and former chair of their LGBTQ Study Group; and faculty at Florida Psychoanalytic Institute in Miami. He is also a contributing author to the book Introduction to Contemporary Psychoanalysis: Defining Terms and Building Bridges (2018, Routledge). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/psychoanalysis

Haruna Borg and Mark Borg are both couple therapists who understand very well the impact of the lockdown on our mental health. Personally, they have lost patients to the COVID, and they also saw couples virtually, even when they came down with the COVID, . And at the same they are parenting their two school going kids. The couple is no stranger to the fact that tempers tend to flare when you are living 24/7 with someone you love locked up in a tiny space that serves as home, office, play area and gym.In this episode, the Borgs, talk about setting boundaries in your relationship and why its important to constant keep working on your relationship with your significant other. Listen to part 1 of this conversation here

Haruna Borg and Mark Borg are both couple therapists who understand very well the impact of the lockdown on our mental health. Personally, they have lost patients to the COVID, and they also saw couples virtually, even when they came down with the COVID, . And at the same they are parenting their two school going kids. The couple is no stranger to the fact that tempers tend to flare when you are living 24/7 with someone you love locked up in a tiny space that serves as home, office, play area and gym. In this episode, the Borgs, share openly the negative impacts of toxic positivity, the technique they use to handle conflicts in their personal lives, why apologies never work and how to effectively strike a balance in our every day lives. 00:01:38 Toxic Positivity00:07:02 Forced Gratitude00:14:00 How to handle a conflict00:31:32 Rules of handling a conflict00:38:01 Deep listening00:39:31 Apologies versus AmendsHow to reach Mark: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/mark-b-borg-jr-new-york-ny/188295And Haruna: https://lcswharuna.com/

Mark Borg, author of Don’t Be a Dick. Topic: Change yourself, change your world. Issues: What does it mean to be a dick and why are some people (including ourselves) that way? The difference between internal dicks and external dicks; how to quit being a dick—and get others to quit too; how to avoid backsliding; […] The post Don’t Be a Dick appeared first on Mr. Dad.

Lucie LeBlanc, author of Ordinary Parents Raising Extraordinary Children. Topic: Unlocking your child’s inner strength to full self-expression. Issues: Understanding the human mind; programming your child for success; the six creative faculties (perception, memory, reason, will power, intuition, and imagination); common parental errors; much more. Mark Borg, author of Don’t Be a Dick. Topic: Change […] The post Raising Extraordinary Children + Change Yourself, Change the World appeared first on Mr. Dad.

Let's face it: We all have moments. Moments when we feel (justifiably!) angry or frustrated with other people, and moments when we lose our cool. While everyone is in agreement that there is a time and place for healthy anger, sometimes the lines can get blurred around when you're setting appropriate limits.... and when you're probably being unnecessarily aggressive about making your feelings known. How do we find that balance? The balance between not being a pushover and having a right to your feelings, but also having compassion for other people? Especially (here's the hard part) other people who may not be behaving well themselves. It's challenging for all of us. (#lifegoals!) The easy thing to do in the face of conflict is to lash out in anger, push people away,  or freeze people out. It's much harder to stay in the ring and find a path of mutual understanding and repair. On the latest episode of the Love, Happiness and Success Podcast, I had the great pleasure of speaking with NYC-based psychoanalyst Dr. Mark Borg about this subject, and his insights into how to lead a more compassionate life. Dr. Borg is the author of the book, "Don't Be a Dick: Change Yourself, Change Your World" and he shared thoughtful strategies for how to: Gain the authentic self-awareness necessary to catch yourself when you're slipping into unnecessary "dickishness" How to handle challenging interpersonal situations with grace and tact The mindset that will help you stay compassionate with people who are not behaving well Strategies to handle extremely triggering situations with your family around the holidays (without getting sucked into conflict) How to use the power of empathy for yourself, and others, in order to make the world a better place I hope this perspective and advice helps you and the people you love. Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby www.GrowingSelf.com  

Our guest this week is Dr. Mark Borg, author of the new book Don’t Be a D**k: Change Yourself, Change Your World.We discuss personal accountability for every interaction we have and how our own reactions are not just the only thing we can control, but also the only thing that really matters. Dr Borg also gives us many of the coping tools he gives his patients in his psychology practice.Find Dr. Borg by connecting with his blog: https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/irrelationshipHis Psychology Today profile. And his twitter. And check out our new online store for all things John Tesh and Intelligence For Your Life.Own the journals that Gib uses: The EVO Planner and a blank Moleskin.Submit your pet to be the pet of the week go to: teshvideos.comCome see us live: teshmusic.comAnd you can sign up for our newsletters at tesh.com to get Intelligence For Yo ur Life right to your inbox.As always, if you like our podcast, Rate, Comment and Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. And tell your friends! If you don’t like our podcast, then keep it quiet, I guess.Our Hosts:John Tesh: Twitter: @JohnTesh Instagram: @johntesh_ifyl facebook.com/JohnTeshGib Gerard: Twitter: @GibGerard Instagram: @GibGerard facebook.com/GibGerard

Kim Interviews NYC psychologist and author Dr. Mark Borg on his latest, just released book, ‘Don't Be A Dick': Chang e Yourself, Change Your World. Dr. Borg argues that if we are brutally honest about our own behavior, we'll see that there is much we can change. Because it turns out that many of us are, in fact, dicks…and true to form, we don't realize that we are.

CJ Liu interviews Mark Borg on his newest book. "Don't be a Dick". Beyond anatomy, what is a dick (jerk)? And how can we tell if we are one? Can only men be a dick? How can we feel compassion for people who are being jerks? How can we stay calm and centered when a jerk rattle us? Mark offers a 4 part process that involves a pause, account, collaborate, empowerment, and affirmation. Even if you use this process, Mark shares the hardest part which is to account. Fire it up with CJ Radio Show is broadcast live at Wednesday's at 4PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). This podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com).

On this “Love From The Hyp”, NYC’s famed Psychoanalyst Mark B Borg Jr. Mark will discuss his new book “Don’t Be A D*ck-Change Yourself, Change The World” offering you tools for recognizing when you are being a d*ck in different areas of your life and what to do to change that behavior to live your best & most fulfilling life.

Mark Borg Jr, PhD about his upcoming book, DON’T BE A D*CK: Change Yourself, Change Your World (a Central Recovery Press Paperback, on sale Nov 19, 2019). In this insightful guide, Borg offers relatable stories of bad behavior, helpful analysis on why we feel justified in acting like jerks, and exercises to help us choose kinder ways of living and responding. A few conversation topics that may be of interest to your listeners include: · How to avoid conflicts at Thanksgiving with your extended family · How to tell if your partner/coworker/acquaintance is a jerk (or if it’s actually you) · What we unknowingly do to invite constant conflict into our lives · How to handle dickish behavior during the holidays · The various ways we unknowingly provoke our significant others · How to break up with your partner without being a dick The single book therapists everywhere will recommend to all of their patients, because at some point or another, we all behave like dicks. Why this book? Because you might be a dick: a mean-spirited, self-focused individual who thinks and acts as though everyone else in the world can only be understood―and whose only importance is defined―in terms of their relationship to you. Being a dick might feel powerful in the short term, but it is not helping you in the long term because this flawed character trait is exactly what’s keeping you from attaining what you may want most: personal fulfillment, satisfying work, a loving committed relationship, and lifelong friendships. Anyone, at any time, can be a dick. Yet Don’t Be a Dick is especially for people who have noticed how their own behavior tends to backfire, leaving them feeling isolated and unsure why their seemingly justified actions consistently yield such poor results. If you’re constantly using the refrain, It’s not me, it’s them whenever something goes wrong, Mark Borg is here to tell you that it is, in fact, you. The good news is there is something you can do to reverse these behaviors and live a happier, more fulfilling life.

Relationships are hard, and it's often because we defend ourselves against the very intimacy we seek by getting locked into problematic patterns of compulsive caretaking. Such was the topic of Mark Borg, Grant Brenner, and Daniel Berry's first book, Irrelationship: How We Use Dysfunctional Relationships to Hide from Intimacy. These authors explain how to break out of such problematic patterns in their follow-up book, Relationship Sanity: Creating and Maintaining Healthy Relationships (Central Recovery Press, 2018). In our interview, Mark Borg and Daniel Berry break down how partners who have lost touch with each other can find themselves again and establish new, more authentic ways of connecting and being honest with one another. In their book as well as our discussion, they explain complex concepts in refreshingly plain language so that anyone can put their concepts into practice starting now. This interview will be of interest to those looking to improve their relationships and reconnect with their partners, as well as mental health professionals working with couples looking to find each other again. Mark Borg, Jr. is a licensed psychologist and psychoanalyst in New York City who has developed theories and implementation strategies for community crisis intervention. His writings on community intervention, organizational consultation, and application of psychoanalytic theory to community crisis intervention have been published in various journals and collected work, and he has presented papers on his theories at academic conferences in the United States, Canada, Scotland, Ireland, Norway, Italy, Greece, Turkey, South Africa, Chile, and Israel. Daniel Berry is a Registered Nurse in New York City with background in inpatient, home care, and community settings. He currently serves as Assistant Director of Nursing for Risk Management at a public facility serving homeless and undocumented victims of street violence, addiction, and traumatic injuries. In 2015, he was invited to serve as a nurse consultant to a United Nations-certified NGO in Afghanistan promoting community development and addressing women's and children's health issues. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in Miami. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in gender and sexuality, eating and body image problems, and relationship issues. He is also a university psychologist at Florida International University's Counseling and Psychological Services Center, where he coordinates the eating disorders service. He is a graduate and faculty of William Alanson White Institute and former chair of their LGBTQ Study Group. He is also a contributing author to the book Introduction to Contemporary Psychoanalysis: Defining Terms and Building Bridges(Routledge, 2018). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/psychology

Relationships are hard, and it’s often because we defend ourselves against the very intimacy we seek by getting locked into problematic patterns of compulsive caretaking. Such was the topic of Mark Borg, Grant Brenner, and Daniel Berry’s first book, Irrelationship: How We Use Dysfunctional Relationships to Hide from Intimacy. These authors explain how to break out of such problematic patterns in their follow-up book, Relationship Sanity: Creating and Maintaining Healthy Relationships (Central Recovery Press, 2018). In our interview, Mark Borg and Daniel Berry break down how partners who have lost touch with each other can find themselves again and establish new, more authentic ways of connecting and being honest with one another. In their book as well as our discussion, they explain complex concepts in refreshingly plain language so that anyone can put their concepts into practice starting now. This interview will be of interest to those looking to improve their relationships and reconnect with their partners, as well as mental health professionals working with couples looking to find each other again. Mark Borg, Jr. is a licensed psychologist and psychoanalyst in New York City who has developed theories and implementation strategies for community crisis intervention. His writings on community intervention, organizational consultation, and application of psychoanalytic theory to community crisis intervention have been published in various journals and collected work, and he has presented papers on his theories at academic conferences in the United States, Canada, Scotland, Ireland, Norway, Italy, Greece, Turkey, South Africa, Chile, and Israel. Daniel Berry is a Registered Nurse in New York City with background in inpatient, home care, and community settings. He currently serves as Assistant Director of Nursing for Risk Management at a public facility serving homeless and undocumented victims of street violence, addiction, and traumatic injuries. In 2015, he was invited to serve as a nurse consultant to a United Nations-certified NGO in Afghanistan promoting community development and addressing women’s and children’s health issues. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in Miami. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in gender and sexuality, eating and body image problems, and relationship issues. He is also a university psychologist at Florida International University’s Counseling and Psychological Services Center, where he coordinates the eating disorders service. He is a graduate and faculty of William Alanson White Institute and former chair of their LGBTQ Study Group. He is also a contributing author to the book Introduction to Contemporary Psychoanalysis: Defining Terms and Building Bridges(Routledge, 2018). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aired Wednesday, 30 January 2019, 3:00 PM ETRelationship Sanity – How to Experience More Satisfying RelationshipsJoin us for another “Wisdom Wednesday” of INSPIRED LIVING RADIO as we welcome to the show, Mark Borg, Ph.D., author and clinical psychologist.INSPIRED LIVING – INTERNET RADIO AT: 12PM PST / 1PM MT / 2PM CST / 3pm EST: https://lnkd.in/eBpHBiRU.S. – OM TIMES RADIO: 1-202-570-7057TOPIC: Book Relationship Sanity: learn how to move beyond obstacles to intimacy and to learn how to enjoy satisfying relationships with one another.About the Guest:Mark B. Borg, Jr., Ph.D. is a community and clinical psychologist and a psychoanalyst practicing in NewYork City. He is founding partner of The Community Consulting Group, a consulting firm that trains community stakeholders, local governments and other organizations to use psychoanalytic techniques in community rebuilding and revitalization. He is a supervisor of psychotherapy at the William Alanson White Institute and has written extensively about the intersection of psychoanalysis and community crisis intervention. He has published numerous articles and book chapters on community intervention,organizational consultation, psychoanalytic therapy; and on the application of psychoanalytic theory and technique to improve and streamline the process of community crisis intervention.

Psychiatrist Grant Brenner discusses his new book “Relationship Sanity: Creating and Maintaining Healthy Relationships,” co-authored by psychoanalyst Mark Borg and registered nurse Daniel Berry. Published by Central Recovery Press, the book is a follow-up to "Irrelationship." More at www.Irrelationship.com Featured music is "Breakthrough" by www.DinoJag.com

Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Parks & Travel Magazine, for Big Blend Radio’s Quality of Life show. On This Episode: - Relationship Sanity - Psychiatrist Grant Brenner discusses his book “Relationship Sanity: Creating and Maintaining Healthy Relationships,” co-authored by  psychoanalyst Mark Borg psychoanalyst Mark Borg and registered nurse Daniel Berry. - Moving House?Sarah Elliston, author of “Lessons from a Difficult Person – How to Deal With People Like Us,” shares tips on how to deal with a big life change, such as moving, when the basic instincts of fight, freeze or flee are triggered. See Sarah's article on the topic on BlendRadioandTV.com.  Featured music is ‘Breakthrough’ by Dino Jag, and ‘Leaving Town’ by Wally Lawder. 

Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Parks & Travel Magazine, for Big Blend Radio’s Quality of Life show focusing on relationships. On This Episode: -Broken Whole - Jane Binns discusses her memoir “Broken Whole,” an unflinching portrayal of dating after divorce as a single parent. Jane is an English composition instructor and recipient of the Jack Kerouac Award for Prose. - POSTPONED UNTIL JAN. 25 Relationship Sanity - Psychiatrist Grant Brenner discusses his book “Relationship Sanity: Creating and Maintaining Healthy Relationships,” co-authored by psychoanalyst Mark Borg psychoanalyst Mark Borg and registered nurse Daniel Berry. (Due to Dr. Brenner having laryngitis, his appearance has been postponed until Jan. 25 at 2pm ET / 11am PT. Watch for details at BigBlendRadio.com)  Featured music is ‘Come Home’ by Borgo Band. 

an exclusive interview at 2-3pm@PST on 1150AM KKNW with NY-based Community & Clinical Psychologist, Psychoanalyst, and Co-Author of “Relationship Sanity�Mark Borg. He will share tools, tips, and insight on why we have certain behaviors or roles in our adult relationships, and how we can also improve our relationships and make them healthy again

Kathryn interviews international speaker and leadership expert Scott Stein MA, CSP, author of “Leadership Hacks: Clever Shortcuts to Boost Your Impact and Results”. One of the most common complaints from leaders is that there is never enough time to keep up with an overloaded inbox. Stein suggests that by hacking your approach you can stay on top of your email—which gives you more time to focus on the important things. Stein has worked with many of the world's best-known brands and government agencies to implement strategies for better results. Kathryn also interviews psychoanalyst Mark Borg PhD, author of “Relationship Sanity: Creating and Maintaining Healthy Relationships”. Drawing on relatable case studies of those who addressed their dysfunctional, toxic or estranged relationships, Borg and his co-authors show readers how to approach common relationship hurdles and offer invaluable tools for anyone seeking healthier connections with their partners, loved ones and colleagues.

Kathryn interviews international speaker and leadership expert Scott Stein MA, CSP, author of “Leadership Hacks: Clever Shortcuts to Boost Your Impact and Results”. One of the most common complaints from leaders is that there is never enough time to keep up with an overloaded inbox. Stein suggests that by hacking your approach you can stay on top of your email—which gives you more time to focus on the important things. Stein has worked with many of the world's best-known brands and government agencies to implement strategies for better results. Kathryn also interviews psychoanalyst Mark Borg PhD, author of “Relationship Sanity: Creating and Maintaining Healthy Relationships”. Drawing on relatable case studies of those who addressed their dysfunctional, toxic or estranged relationships, Borg and his co-authors show readers how to approach common relationship hurdles and offer invaluable tools for anyone seeking healthier connections with their partners, loved ones and colleagues.

RELATIONSHIP SANITY: Creating and Maintaining Healthy Relationships (a Central Recovery Press paperback, on sale October 23, 2018) on for an interview. In this follow-up to their well-received title, Irrelationship - psychoanalyst Mark Borg, psychiatrist Grant Brenner, and registered nurse Daniel Berry draw on their extensive clinical research and experience to show how we use our relationships to hide from intimacy and how our childhood caretakers’ inability to address their own emotional needs impacts our adult relationships. Offering accessible assessment tools to help identify damaging habits, this team of experts provides readers with a step-by-step guide to help us embrace vulnerability and properly nurture and commit to the relationships we value.

Why do relationship partners so often feel isolated and unsatisfied despite all their efforts to show love and caring to one another? And how do they break out of the self-defeating cycles that get them there? In their new book, Irrelationship: How We Use Dysfunctional Relationships to Hide from Intimacy (Central Recovery Press, 2015), Mark Borg, Grant Brenner, and Daniel Berry address these daunting questions. They explain how parental disappointments during childhood can set one up for a life of compulsive caregiving at the expense of true human connection, which they call “irrelationship.” They address a growing epidemic by which, in later adulthood, partners use those well-honed caregiving skills to hide from one another rather than become closer. Drawing from cutting-edge neuroscience, psychoanalytic theory, and clinical experience, the authors address how these habitual patterns take shape in the brain and in the soul, and how partners can find their way out of them. The book is full of relatable anecdotes and practical suggestions that any reader who has ever struggled with love and intimacy will find illuminating and helpful. I spoke with two of the authors, Mark Borg and Grant Brenner, about how they arrived at the idea of “irrelationship” and how their skill-based approach has improved the lives of their patients and readers. I hope you enjoy the interview. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in New York City. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in LGBTQ issues, eating andbody image problems, and working with cultural minorities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do relationship partners so often feel isolated and unsatisfied despite all their efforts to show love and caring to one another? And how do they break out of the self-defeating cycles that get them there? In their new book, Irrelationship: How We Use Dysfunctional Relationships to Hide from Intimacy (Central Recovery Press, 2015), Mark Borg, Grant Brenner, and Daniel Berry address these daunting questions. They explain how parental disappointments during childhood can set one up for a life of compulsive caregiving at the expense of true human connection, which they call “irrelationship.” They address a growing epidemic by which, in later adulthood, partners use those well-honed caregiving skills to hide from one another rather than become closer. Drawing from cutting-edge neuroscience, psychoanalytic theory, and clinical experience, the authors address how these habitual patterns take shape in the brain and in the soul, and how partners can find their way out of them. The book is full of relatable anecdotes and practical suggestions that any reader who has ever struggled with love and intimacy will find illuminating and helpful. I spoke with two of the authors, Mark Borg and Grant Brenner, about how they arrived at the idea of “irrelationship” and how their skill-based approach has improved the lives of their patients and readers. I hope you enjoy the interview. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in New York City. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in LGBTQ issues, eating andbody image problems, and working with cultural minorities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/psychoanalysis

Why do relationship partners so often feel isolated and unsatisfied despite all their efforts to show love and caring to one another? And how do they break out of the self-defeating cycles that get them there? In their new book, Irrelationship: How We Use Dysfunctional Relationships to Hide from Intimacy (Central Recovery Press, 2015), Mark Borg, Grant Brenner, and Daniel Berry address these daunting questions. They explain how parental disappointments during childhood can set one up for a life of compulsive caregiving at the expense of true human connection, which they call “irrelationship.” They address a growing epidemic by which, in later adulthood, partners use those well-honed caregiving skills to hide from one another rather than become closer. Drawing from cutting-edge neuroscience, psychoanalytic theory, and clinical experience, the authors address how these habitual patterns take shape in the brain and in the soul, and how partners can find their way out of them. The book is full of relatable anecdotes and practical suggestions that any reader who has ever struggled with love and intimacy will find illuminating and helpful. I spoke with two of the authors, Mark Borg and Grant Brenner, about how they arrived at the idea of “irrelationship” and how their skill-based approach has improved the lives of their patients and readers. I hope you enjoy the interview. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in New York City. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in LGBTQ issues, eating andbody image problems, and working with cultural minorities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/psychology

In our in-depth interview with Mark Borg, Grant Brenner and Daniel Berry, the co-authors of Irrelationship, we discuss how we may use dysfunctional relationships to hide from intimacy. In today's interview we will cover: The examples of dysfunctional relationships and how this hide us from intimacy, the concept of Irrelationship and BrainLock and how it can effect our relationships and the major defenses systems that couples commonly create within their relationship and how to overcome them. We will also cover: the main loops and patterns couples could get stuck in relation to sex, parenting, money and communication, and how the DREAM Sequence helps couples break free from irrelationship insanity. If you are getting stuck in dysfunctional loops and patterns in your relationship this interview will help you begin to shift into healthier relationship patterns.

In this show, guests Dr. Mark Borg, Dr. Grant Brenner and Daniel Berry invite you to consider whether you are in a marriage or an arrangement to keep you emotionally safe. Drawing upon years of clinical experience, they define an “Irrelationship” and show us how we hide from intimacy by using routines we carry from childhood. They offer strategies for understanding and changing your marriage into a true relationship.

In this show, guests Dr. Mark Borg, Dr. Grant Brenner and Daniel Berry invite you to consider whether you are in a marriage or an arrangement to keep you emotionally safe. Drawing upon years of clinical experience, they define an “Irrelationship” and show us how we hide from intimacy by using routines we carry from childhood. They offer strategies for understanding and changing your marriage into a true relationship.

The 3 authors educate us about IRRELATIONSHIP: if we want to understand obstacles to intimacy, emotional investment, and healthy caregiving in mutually satisfying relationships, we have to have a basic understanding of the building blocks of irrelationship ...