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In this episode, host Tarryn MacCarthy chats with Psychotherapist, Pripo Teplitsky about the importance of communication in any relationship, expressing your honest truth, and approaching intimacy with people. So if you're someone who struggles with expressing yourself in any of your relationships with people, this episode is for you. Pripo Teplitsky is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Coach, and Consultant in private practice in Asheville, NC, specializing in relationship issues. He has worked with thousands of couples and individuals over the last 19 years, helping to improve their relationships while cultivating healthier communication and intimacy skills. Prior to becoming a psychotherapist, Pripo was a project manager in Fortune 200 and 500 companies, emphasizing working with Japanese companies. Pripo duel majored in Japanese studies/language and Social Science at Michigan State University and lived in Japan for one and a half years. Pripo's speaking engagements and workshops are focused on various topics of relationship issues and emotional well-being, and he has taken his experience and skills. He has applied them towards what he believes are most meaningful in achieving an authentic and meaningful life. Pripo is the host of the podcast: "Relationships! Let's Talk About It”. He lives in Black Mountain, NC, with his wife, Yvonne Rainbow of 26 years.Connect with Pripo at:Website: www.pripo.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/pripo-teplitskyIG: www.instagram.com/pripoteplitskyFB: www.facebook.com/heartsharecounselingListen to his podcast:  Relationships! Let's Talk About It Show notes:[3:34] Building and supporting relationships[8:16] Humility and humanness[10:04] Finding relief in a tense relationship[19:38] How to present your truth with humility[21:24] Join Dr. Tarryn's Business of Happiness Prosperity Coaching to redefine success in your terms. Check out www.thebizofhappiness.com and be the happiest business owner you know[28:04] Finding the intimacy with someone else[36:09] How to find Pripo and learn more about his services?[38:10] The Art of Apology Zoom workshop[39:00] His definition of happiness[41:41] OutroPlease join my Facebook group: Business Of Happiness Hive so we can all take this journey to find fulfillment and happiness together. Click here.Where to find meWebsite: www.thebizofhappiness.comFacebook: facebook.com/thebusinessofhappinessIG: @thebizofhappinessIt would mean the world to me if you subscribe, leave a review, and share this podcast with your friends, co-workers, and families. This will help the trajectory of this podcast and allow others who are seeking true happiness to find the podcast.

HeartShare: The Art of Being Alone With Yourself To Better Your Relationships In this solocast I talk about the importance of being comfortable with our own company. This is the place we find ourselves remembering what it's like to be the person we truly are. In being alone we become the witness as well as the gatekeeper of our thoughts and feelings and by doing that get in touch with our inner feelings. If we are good at knowing our inner world, we become better at expressing ourselves to others and our relationships become more authentic. By learning to dwell in our body and our senses, we cultivate a more comfortableness in being authentic when we are in the presence of others. And, I also talk about the difference of being alone and being lonely.   “Be at home with yourself, so you can be at home with others.” - Pripo Teplitsky     Related Content: Other Podcast Episodes The Stories We Tell Ourselves: Do You Dare To Change Yours Authentic Relating Expressing Needs The Importance of a Personal Practice Body Awareness Can Help Us Relate   On Being Podcast: Finding Ease in Being Alone Let's Talk About It! Thanks for tuning into this week's episode of Relationships! Let's Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week's episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   Check out our Guided Audio Practices, Meditations and Workshops at Relationships! Let's Learn About It.   You can check out the original songs I have sung in my podcast at Pripo's Podcast Songs.   Don't forget to visit our website and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk

Life is becoming busier and busier. The further society progresses, the more it seems that we have more to juggle: work, family, friends, education, health, finances, Netflix series, mortgages. Between these and many other modern-day distractions, it's difficult for many of us to put effort into our relationships - and easy to say, “I don't have time!” I get it. But we have to understand that cultivating and nurturing our relationships isn't solely about time. It's also about keeping boundaries, protecting what's truly important, and consciously giving your attention to you, your partner, and your relationship.   In this episode, I discuss the importance of making your relationship a priority and how to do it in spite of the world's busyness. I discuss our tendency to prioritize our relationships in the beginning and lose our focus over time. I reveal the many reasons it's difficult for us to prioritize our relationship and explain how we can stay deeply connected with our partner - even when doing individual things. I share the exercise questions I use to assess whether I'm giving my wife the quality attention she deserves. I also underscore the role of self-care and self-development in maintaining and prioritizing relationships and highlight what it means to have a shared experience with your partner.   “Every relationship requires effort. The happiest ones are given plenty of attention.” - Pripo Teplitsky   This week on Relationships! Let's Talk About It:   Why it's difficult to prioritize our relationships The importance of prioritizing ourselves and bringing a healthy sense of self into the relationship Maintaining your connection with your partner in micro-moments Cultivating a relationship in the mundane life The value of checking-in with your partner and why it's different from asking for permission Nurturing a relationship through kindness, generosity, and respect How our partner or family sometimes doesn't get the best of us Keeping boundaries to maintain and protect relationships The myth of spontaneity and why relationships need time & effort How to make time for your relationship when you're busy What an authentic shared experience is and how to have one with your partner Focus, attention, and reserving a mental space for your partner Exercise questions to assess the quality of attention you give in your relationship   Related Content:   Micro-Moments in Relationships     Let's Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week's episode of Relationships! Let's Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week's episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   Check out our Guided Audio Practices and Meditations at Relationships! Let's Learn About It.   You can check out the original songs I have sung in my podcast at Pripo's Podcast Songs.   Don't forget to visit our website and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk  

I am delighted to bring Pripo Teplitsky on today's episode as we talk about parenting and what it takes for us to make room for the spirit of the child to emerge. From the minute I heard Pripo's voice, I felt this kinship with his raw and relatable style of connecting. Pripo is a licensed clinical mental health counselor in private practice in Asheville, North Carolina. He has worked with thousands of couples and individuals over the last 17 years. He's also the host of the podcast, Relationships! Let's Talk About It. Pripo and I share a love for talking about parenting, and it was an incredible pleasure to hear him open up about his life, his son, and his passion for creating a safe, emotional landscape for his family to thrive.  I love something that Pripo said in one of his podcasts on parenting that in doing this work as a clinician and psychotherapist, he had learned so much with couples and individuals about the pitfalls of development when it comes to children.  Pripo has always wanted to experience being a father, having experienced a close and loving relationship with his own. When his parents got divorced, he moved in with his father who told him there are three things to their relationship: communication, communication, and communication.  Modeling how his father trusted him to make decisions by being hands-off in many ways, Pripo's advice to other parents is to trust your child's path. Not that you have to get everything right. He explains how parenting is not linear, and so, you just have to trust and not get freaked out whenever something's not happening according to your expectation – because expectation is a yet to be realized resentment. And if you're constantly attached to your expectations, there's also going to be constant resentment. Instead, you need to bring yourself in the moment and make the best of what you have. When parents are freaked out about the direction of where their child is going, Pripo likes to stress the focus of the relationship – specifically feeding the relationship, instead of reacting to the worry. You're going to have issues with kids throughout their life as they grow older, whether with sex, money, drugs or a host of difficult areas. Pripo stresses that if you can cultivate the relationship with trust, vulnerability and openness, your kids are going to talk to you about all that stuff, and it's going to be a lot easier for you to be able to make your mistakes as well.  What I appreciate most about having this kind of conversation with people like Pripo is how we're able to normalize what it takes for us to withstand the burgeoning being that we are bringing into the world and how that affects us and challenges us to grow and make room as parents. Show Highlights: Feeding the relationship vs. reacting to the worry Trusting your ability to respond instead of figuring out the right answer Creating an atmosphere that gives children confidence Holding space for your kids especially in their traumatic experiences Getting comfortable with the uncomfortable How conflict is an opportunity  Being a strong model for your child How to teach compassion to your kids Modeling intimacy and vulnerability with friends as men Subscribe and Review Have you subscribed to our podcast? We'd love for you to subscribe if you haven't yet.  We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. If you really enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://mitchellsmolkin.com/podcast to download it. Supporting Resources: https://www.pripo.com/ https://www.pripo.com/podcast-1  https://mitchellsmolkin.com/ Mitchell Smolkin is a sought-after clinician, speaker, and author. For media and interview requests please contact his publicist Randy Phipps at randy@rpcommunications.net. For all other inquiries, please send mail to info@mitchellsmolkin.com. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com

Valentine's Day is here, and with it comes the romantic movies, songs and commercials that show us what love "means" and is "supposed" to look like. What all of us recognize, but have a hard time really understanding is, "why doesn't love look like what I see on T.V. and in the movies? Why isn't love easy?Screenshot this episode & tag @TheWhyPowerPodcast to share with us your takeaways on Instagram... and WHEN something shakes you internally - make sure to add #WhyPower and #YourHyperconsciousWomen to get a shoutout!Stay Grounded. Stay WhyPower-ed!-E&B________________________________Episode Resources:What is IntimacyOur dear friend Pripo Teplitsky's Episodes Non-Violent Communication, Part II, Part IIIHard Facts About Valentine's DayLove & Relationships ResourcesWhat is love? What it isn't (too).What is vulnerability? Why & HOW should we leverage it?The Power of Courage (our last episode)Self-Love Rituals for SinglesMaking Love during COVID-19Episode 6 - How to Uncover Your Relationship StandardsEpisode 7 - Why You Need Relationship StandardsEpisode 8 - Relationships Post COVID-19 with Pripo Teplitsk‪y‬Facebook Live Interview - Positive Love - Alan & Emilia "The We" & 'Relationship Talks'Emotional HomeostasisJohn Gottman's  7 Principals - How to Make Marriage Work_________________________________Website: www.TheWhyPowerPodcast.comInstagram: https://bit.ly/3e6ProUFacebook: shorturl.at/xyK26Evolve Ventures Society: https://bit.ly/3FY9kMJText: "WhyPower" to 31996Emilia: https://bit.ly/3u2viftBianca: https://bit.ly/3o0q6EK***Leave them a 5 star review if you felt their energy, became inspired, or felt as though value was added to your life.(Stay tuned for next Thursday's Episode!)

Has it been a struggle to show up as your best self with your significant other during these challenging times? Look no further, as Christine talks to Pripo Teplitsky, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who specializes in relationship issues. Listen as they discuss empathy, compassion, and how to “do conflict well.” For more information about Pripo Teplitsky, visit: www. pripo.com. Pripo’s podcast, “Relationships, Let’s Talk About It,” can be found on all podcast platforms. Books mentioned in this episode: Seven Principles for Making a Marriage Work (John Gottman, Ph.D.) How to Improve Your Marriage Without Talking About It (Patricia Love and Steven Stosny)

If appreciation is the number one relationship booster, what is the biggest thing that can undermine a relationship? The answer: contempt - that pattern of feelings and behaviors that expresses disgust and scorn towards a person or a group of people, ultimately dehumanizing them. The severity of contempt’s impact on people can make it seem like it’s easy to recognize; yet, contempt enters relationships as subtle as poison administered in careful, incremental drops. In this episode, I discuss how contempt can usher a relationship to its failure. I share John Gottman’s definition of contempt and describe what causes it to sneak into intimate relationships. I highlight some behaviors that cultivate the seeds of contempt and explain why it’s so difficult to resolve. I also reveal how we can heal and reverse contempt in relationships and discuss how kindness and compassion can be antithetical to contempt.   “Contempt is a deep, slow poison in relationships. It goes for the kill by attacking a person’s sense of self.” - Pripo Teplitsky   This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It: The contagious nature of contempt and how it sneaks into intimate relationships Contempt in inter-personal relationships and how it bred the Holocaust How contempt makes partners seem more like opponents than a couple Examples of contemptuous remarks and body languages Contemptuous communication in social media and how it hinders productive dialog John Gottman’s “bid for connection” and how ignoring your partner’s efforts can undermine a relationship Withdrawing as a response to contempt and how neediness can lead to stonewalling The power dynamics of contempt in a relationship What makes patterns of contempt challenging to detect and reverse The importance of building an environment of admiration, kindness, respect, and empathy Recognizing the mask of contempt and what it conceals Why apathy, not hate, is the opposite of love The relationship between contempt and substance abuse Contempt as a means to avoid vulnerability The contagious nature of compassion and how it can heal our relationships   Resources Mentioned: How to Improve Your Marriage Without Talking About It by Patricia Love and Steven Stosny Love and Contempt: It’s so easy to go from one to the other - Psychology Today   Related Content: The #1 Relationship Booster Stonewalling: The Silent Treatment that Blocks Communication     Let’s Talk About It! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review. You can check out the original songs I have sung in my podcast at Pripo’s Podcast Songs. If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, contact us. Your question may be featured on a future episode! Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships. And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk

It’s natural for us to want to care for the people we love and make them happy. Many of us are also naturally compassionate and find fulfillment in altruistic endeavors. But there is a fine line between being selfless and being a people-pleaser. It’s essential that we discern whether our proclivities towards catering to others’ needs come from an authentic desire to help or from a place of fear and insecurity. In this episode, I discuss the vital role of compassion in realizing our tendency to be people-pleasers and in transforming ourselves and our relationships. I illustrate how insecurity, fears, and low self-worth can foster the people-pleasing pattern and underscore the dangers of being a people-pleaser. I explain why honesty is one of the greatest gifts we can give to other people and how we can weave kindness into it. I also reveal how we can overcome our people-pleasing tendencies through setting boundaries and being true to our needs.   “When we constantly strive to please, it’s unlikely that we’ll thrive in relationships because we start to feel invisible, even though we’re the ones creating the experience.” - Pripo Teplitsky    This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It: The relationship between codependency and people-pleasing The role of compassion in the process of self-transformation How a compassionate person differs from a people-pleaser The fear of rejection and other factors that influence the people-pleasing pattern Why people-pleasers find it difficult to set healthy boundaries Conflict avoidance and how authenticity took me out of a people-pleasing episode The connection between people-pleasing and manipulation Bringing kindness into honesty and how it can benefit our relationships The value of focusing on curiosity when interacting with people Why I think history may have caused women and mothers to people-please more How people-pleasers may attract controlling people Losing autonomy and a sense of self to people-pleasing Why people-pleasing can also be selfish How parents can model authenticity for their children What it takes to overcome our people-pleasing patterns   Related Content: Guided Audio Meditations Setting Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty Codependency Authentic Relating A journey with A Dying Parent   Let’s Talk About It! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review. If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, contact us. Your question may be featured on a future episode! Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.

#463 - How To Have A Successful Relationship with Pripo Teplitsky - Live MastermindAs if the mastermind isn’t special on its own, we’re making it extra with a very special guest who taught us so much about relationships. Pripo Teplitsky helps people gain tools and insight so you can have a great relationship and live life authentically. We hammered on a lot of topics but mostly revolving around relationships and staying in one. The participants of this week’s mastermind truly enjoyed this conversation with Pripo so we invite all of you to join our mastermind every Monday, 6 PM EST.Where to find Pripo Teplitsky:Website: www.pripo.comPodcast: pripo.com/aboutthepodcastWhat we talked about:[0:00] Introduction[1:38] What advice would Pripo give to someone who is single?[3:30] Habits that will make your relationship better[6:50] The most common patterns that people get tripped on?[9:37] On opening up to your partner[14:40] Shame and guilt in relationships[19:08] Heartbreak, attachment, and pain[20:44] Communicating stress to someone who is already stressed out[21:49] “Registering my cup”[24:50] Advice for couple’s who wake up and no longer recognize each other[28:43] True life story of couples who almost lost their relationship, but managed to work it out[31:42] Intimacy and losing passion along the way[34:52] Advice to children who carry pain from the unconscious choices of parents[38:19] The right questions to ask yourself during difficult moments[43:05] What is up with breathwork and making us vulnerable?[45:07] On living and dealing with trauma[48:27] Who is the most influential person for Pripo’s growth?[52:20] On getting your partner to open up[54:54] Want to hear more from Pripo? Check his podcast[58:06] Final advice from PripoFEEL FREE to reach out to us for any reason on LinkedIn, Instagram, or via email Instagram:Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/?hl=enAlan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/?hl=enLinkedIn:Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/The-Hyper-Conscious-Podcast-106871136824274/Emails:Kevin@thehyperconsciouspodcast.comAlan@thehyperconsciouspodcast.com

Life isn’t fair. So, it’s only natural for us to want things to be just. We do our best to create fairness in different areas of our lives: in the economy, in opportunity, and even in our relationships. In our shared life with our partners, we want things to be 50/50, to be equitable. I am a staunch advocate of cultivating balance, but seeking fairness in relationships is different, and attachment to the idea can negatively impact a couple and their connection.   In this episode, I explore why we attach to the idea of fairness and explain how it can be detrimental to our relationships. I share some of my experiences with wanting things to be fair and recount the story of a couple who worked through the idea of equality in their relationship. I differentiate seeking balance against seeking equity in relationships and why keeping scores can lead us to getting stuck. I also discuss how the power of appreciation and curiosity can help us overcome our attachment to fairness and find balance in the relationship.    “If you’re willing to let go of what is fair and instead focus on what’s loving, you’ll discover connection, understanding, and transformation.” - Pripo Teplitsky    This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It: Experiencing the vulnerability of not being in control Our tendency to give based on equality and how fairness can be detrimental to a relationship Treating the relationship as a third entity Focusing on the needs of the relationship versus being fair and keeping score How being honest with your needs and capacity will help your relationship work as a team How our childhood experiences shape our notions of fairness The difference between seeking balance and seeking fairness in the relationship The role of effective communication skills in maintaining a relationship’s balance The impact of bringing, and complementing, each others’ strengths in a relationship The story of a couple who overcame the need to be fair in their relationship How we bring our ideas of fairness to workplace relationships Looking at a relationship through the lens of kindness and trusting in the process of giving and receiving Bringing curiosity in relationships and how it can help us move beyond the scorekeeping Making room in the relationship where dreams could be realized and needs could be met   Related Content: The #1 Relationship Booster Self-Compassion Can Improve Your Relationships Stop Playing the Blame Game: Take Responsibility In Your Relationships The Secret to Love is Just Kindness     Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode!   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk

When something is enduring and permanent, we can often take it for granted. This happens in long-term relationships, too, and when we take it for granted, we assume it will take care of itself. We go full-on autopilot in our relationship, abandoning all semblance of control, and think that by the end of it all, our partners will still be there. There are so many ways that we put our relationship on autopilot - some of them we’re not even aware of until it’s too late.   Today, I explore the different ways we go on autopilot in our lives, whether in our relationship with our partners or ourselves. I describe the relationship between mindfulness and going on autopilot, explain how we become unhappy when our mind wanders, and discuss how we can avoid it through introspection. I also highlight the importance of slowing down to directly experience our lives and share some questions you can ask yourself to help you disrupt your tendency to autopilot your life and relationships.   “The alternative to being on autopilot is being conscious. It’s about having a deep awareness of our relationships and our environment.” - Pripo Teplitsky    This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It: Going on autopilot mode in our relationships and life How the wandering mind can bring unhappiness and how we go on autopilot in our relationship with ourselves Self-diagnosing our tendency to be on autopilot The dangers of creating meaning out of our experiences and assuming what our partners feel, think, or experience Consciousness as an antidote to autopiloting in relationships How conscious people know themselves more deeply How the power of introspection can help disrupt our unconscious daily routine Being closer to somebody else than our partners Why it takes effort and work to be intimate in the relationship The benefits of slowing down to directly experience what’s in front of you Bringing intent and curiosity into our lives to overcome autopiloting The difference between having a narrative and a direct experience How meditation can bring more conscious awareness and alleviate getting stuck on autopilot     Related Content: The #1 Relationship Booster Micro Moments In Relationships   Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode!   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk

Today’s episode is for everyone who is in a relationship, about to go into a relationship, or has ever had a relationship. We are joined by Pripo Teplitsky who is a practicing Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor specializing in relationship issues working with individuals, couples, families and workgroups. Make sure to tune in because this is a 50-minute episode you surely don’t want to skip.Where to find Pripo Teplitsky:Podcast: https://pripo.libsyn.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pripoTeplitsky/Website: https://www.heartsharecounseling.com/ Things we talked about today:[0:31] Introduction[3:20] How we all met[3:59] The point of having an intimate relationship[5:00] How to release the “relationship is easy” mindset[6:41] Golden nuggets for younger couples about relationship[8:33] How Pripo got into this line of work[10:16] How Pripo and his wife met[12:45] On conflicts and handling it[16:30] Common misunderstandings that cause toxicity in a relationship[18:46] On taking ownership[21:21 ]Self-suppression: how to identify and how to get away from it[25:10] How to be “heard” by someone who isn’t as willing, open, and receptive[28:03] How do you know that it’s time to end the relationship[30:19] On identifying if we are living in fear[33:07] Common themes of couples that reach out for counseling[34:41] Creating a connection[36:24] Pripo’s understanding of the positive association with the central nervous system in the context of relationship[41:08] Pripo’s strength and weaknesses in his relationship[45:50] 4 things that can predict a relationship’s demise[48:35] Appreciation heart share, cherish and being kind[51:22] Where to find PripoDon’t forget to check out TheHyperConsciousPodcast.com to learn more about the podcast and our other programs. Also, the best community to be part of right now is on that link. Give it a try! See you in the next episode of The Hyper Conscious Podcast.FEEL FREE to reach out to us for any reason on LinkedIn, Instagram or via email Instagram:Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/?hl=enAlan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/?hl=enLinkedIn:Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Hyper-Conscious-Podcast-106871136824274/Emails:Kevin@thehyperconsciouspodcast.comAlan@thehyperconsciouspodcast.com

The New Age of Relationships; where do we go from here? As IF relationships weren't hard enough!!! COVID-19 has hit us all... HARD. We're all trying to get back to this "New Normal," but with so much uncertainty, it's difficult! (But there's hope...) and with that comes repairing all of our existing relationships as we move forward - harnessing the beautiful art of transformation, creating space to build from a new beginning. After all, the only constant we can truly rely on in this world - is change.Whether your single, partnered up, or somewhere (or nowhere) in-between... our guru of relationships, public speaker, prolific podcaster, and licensed clinical mental health counselor, Pripo Teplitsky, helps by giving us not only the tools to move forward - with a breath of fresh air - after COVID-19 but also the skillsets, by way of wisdom through juicy experience, to redefine the perspective towards relationships within yourself and your loved ones.From uncertainty, tolerance, gratitude, the art of appreciation, communication and shame, Pripo beautifully highlights his mastery in an arena where EVERYONE, no matter their path, needs some degree of help and inspiration. Join in on this timeless conversation and let us know what resonated with you the most! Tag us in your screenshot on social media to spread the love @TheWhyPowerPodcast @PripoTeplitsky and use our hashtag #WhyPower to connect to this bigger, shared purpose we call life.(Connect with us on IG: https://bit.ly/3e6ProU .)______________________________________________Guest Information:About Pripo Teplitsky: https://www.heartsharecounseling.com/AboutMe.en.htmlRelationships! Let's Talk About it with Pripo Teplitsky: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relationships-lets-talk-about-it-with-pripo-teplitsky/id1435550119HeartShareCounseling: https://www.heartsharecounseling.com/index.htmlPripo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pripoteplitsky/Pripo on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heartsharecounselingPripo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PripoTeplitskyPripo's Non-Violent Communication (NVC) Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/non-violent-communication/id1435550119?i=1000422408228Helpful Freebies: https://www.heartsharecounseling.com/RelationshipTherapyTipsandTools.en.htmlExpressing Emotions Guide: https://www.heartsharecounseling.com/userfiles/384792/file/Feeling%20Document.pdfKey to Successful Relations: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-1relationship-booster/id1435550119?i=1000484874053_______________________________________________Become "Whyzer" with these firecrackers - Emilia and Bianca know how to get real, be authentic and cover all angles to deliver to you not necessarily what you want to hear, but what you need!Don't waste another minute of your life without consciously acting from your WhyPower... let this podcast be your guiding post - and tune in every week with episodes dropping every Thursday morning at 7:00AM EDT. Make it a part of your weekly routine and level-up your entire life by listening in, turning it up, and taking consistent action.Website: www.TheWhyPowerPodcast.comInstagram: https://bit.ly/3e6ProUFacebook: shorturl.at/xyK26Evolve Ventures Society: https://bit.ly/3FY9kMJText: "WhyPower" to 31996Emilia: https://bit.ly/3u2viftBianca: https://bit.ly/3o0q6EK***Leave them a 5 star review if you felt their energy, became inspired, or felt as though value was added to your life!Take the survey to teach E&B what you want to hear more about, what resonated with you in this episode, or what you wish you heard more of: http://shorturl.at/dNOSW(Stay tuned for next Thursday's episode - "How to Develop an All-Star Mindset")

So often, couples come into my office wanting to change their partner. They highlight how their partner is doing ‘this’ and not enough of ‘that,’ as if they’re returning a defective item and want a refund. Yet, so rarely does change in our partners happen when they’re forced or nagged to do it - at the very least, they’ll only feel forced, controlled, and disrespected. And in trying to change our partners, we forget one fundamental thing: that change must start from within.   In this episode, I discuss the essential things you need to practice to inspire change in your relationship. I explain why you need to think about what you would consider red flags before you commit to a relationship and why you need to avoid focusing on your partner’s negative characteristics. I share some of my experiences with my wife where we were inspired to change as individuals and reveal the role of respect in bringing about change in relationships. I also explore how appreciation can foster growth and encourage couples to reach their fullest potential.   “That’s where change can happen. A safe, vulnerable environment where couples can cultivate themselves in their relationship.” - Pripo Teplitsky   This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:  Relationship red flags and non-negotiables Influencing the change you want to see in your partner The wisdom of older people on committing to relationships and marriage Avoiding looking at our partners as DIY improvement projects The differences between complaining and criticism and how they spill over into other areas of the relationship Fostering positive growth in our partner through first accepting them for who they are How criticism and blame takes a partner further from growth and change The importance of introspecting over criticizing and blaming a partner Why it’s necessary to know yourself and your needs before committing to a relationship How focusing on fundamental differences and challenges discourages a relationship’s connection The need to verbalize what a person wants in a relationship and focus on transformation and change Why change needs to come from ourselves first before they occur in our partners   Related Content: The Power of Appreciation   Resources Mentioned: The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John Gottman   Let’s Talk About It! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review. If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, email HeartShares@yahoo.com or visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode! Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships. And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk

It’s a question I’ve encountered in my practice so many times: is love a feeling or an action? Is it both or more of one than the other? If love is a feeling, is it possible to feel it without taking actions that reflect it? If love is a choice, how do we choose to love our partners, friends, and family over many years of challenges? These are all profound and important questions, for they reflect how we show up in our relationships. In this episode, I discuss whether love is a choice or a feeling and explain why love is a constant action we do every day with our partner. I describe why falling in love is different and illustrate how it’s easier to foster connection and attraction at the beginning of a relationship. I share the story of a friend who lovingly took care of his mother, despite his mother’s behavior towards him. I also explore the different ways we can show love to our partners and how the power of appreciation has enhanced my relationship with my wife over the many years we’ve been together.   “We have to show love, not just feel it. We can feel love, but we choose to love every day and every moment.” - Pripo Teplitsky   This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It: Why love is an action How we don’t choose who we are attracted to but can choose with whom we stay in love The feeling of falling in love, the courtship stage, and how we choose to maintain the spark The work involved with deciding to share a life with a partner Why we shouldn’t aim to change our partner The power to choose your words, your actions, and your perception of your partner Choosing to love another begins with choosing to love ourselves Giving ourselves the chance to be our best selves and the kind of people we want to be How our childhood upbringing affects our perception of what love means Changing your attitudes towards your partner’s quirks and celebrating their uniqueness Examples of how we can show our love to our partner How the power of appreciation brings the value of love higher and eases challenging times   Related Content:  Falling in Love What Makes a Relationship Worth Doing the Hard Work The Power of Appreciation Generosity: Contemplating How We Show Up in Our Relationships Difficult Conversations Helping Men Learn to Connect with Women    Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, email HeartShares@yahoo.com or visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode!   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk

“It is better to give than to receive.” That’s an adage we’ve all been taught. While giving is indeed a gracious act, we’re not taught how to receive it - which is equally noble. To fully experience, appreciate, and receive kindness is a gift we give back to the giver. Yet, we sometimes struggle to accept gestures of kindness and, in this struggle, we even think that we’re not worthy of generosity. But no matter who you are, where you’re from, or what you did, you are worthy of receiving kindness.   In this episode, I discuss the difficulties we face in receiving acts of kindness, help, and generosity. I illustrate the vulnerability that comes with accepting a gesture of kindness and how we tend to negate appreciation by pointing out our flaws. I describe how I recently struggled with fully experiencing kindness from my son and share my observations of couples who have difficulties accepting appreciation. I also explain how some characteristics, like perfectionism and self-doubt, can hinder us from receiving kindness and gifts from our loved ones as well as share my advice on how you can practice receiving kindness.   “It doesn’t matter what your history is. Down to your core as a human being, you are worthy to receive kindness.” - Pripo Teplitsky     This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It: Why and how we tend to deflect or avoid receiving gestures of kindness and appreciation What it feels like when your kindness and gifts aren’t well-received The vulnerability that comes with accepting a gesture of kindness Why we need to liberate ourselves from the feeling of obligation when receiving gifts Receiving appreciation by taking in deep breaths My recent struggle with receiving an act of kindness from my son How fully receiving and appreciating a gift or kind gesture is a gift to the giver Examples of verbal responses to gifts and kindness and how to practice them How perfectionism and control issues can prevent a person from fully receiving an act of kindness The self-doubt that impedes us from accepting appreciation and how all humans are worthy of kindness How the inability to receive kindness can handicap a relationship Reframing our responses to kindness and focusing on the giver’s intent   Related Content: The Power of Appreciation Generosity: Contemplating How We Show Up in Our Relationships What Is a Generous Conversation     Let’s Talk About It! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review. If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, email HeartShares@yahoo.com or visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode! Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships. And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk

When your partner asks you about what you’re feeling, what’s your typical response? Do you attempt to change the subject or joke around? Freeze for a while? Or maybe start blaming your partner? Everyone can find it challenging to open up their inner world of emotions - but a lot of men find it particularly difficult to do. It’s understandable why the topic of emotions and feelings can be puzzling for men. Yet, emotional honesty is a crucial aspect of cultivating intimacy, connection, and trust in a relationship; it’s an essential tool that everybody needs to develop to become relational heroes.   In today’s episode, I discuss the difficulty men experience when they share their emotional world in their relationships. I reveal the significance of emotional honesty in cultivating connection and intimacy in relationships. I explain why men avoid the topic of emotions and opening up to their partners and explain how a person should respond when someone shares their feelings, despite the difficulty of expressing them. I also highlight the importance of cultivating emotional truth within our friendships and share a story about a friend who honestly shared their feelings and emotions.    “This path of emotional honesty is the way of the relational hero.” - Pripo Teplitsky   This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:  What it means to be emotionally honest How and why men avoid expressing their feelings and emotions The relational dread and fear that men feel when they’re asked to open up their feelings The vulnerability that comes with being emotionally truthful and how shame prevents us from sharing our emotions with our partners Responding and validating our partners when they attempt to share their feelings despite their difficulty in expressing emotions How our childhood upbringing influences how we express, contain, or avoid our emotions Speaking our emotional truth without anger, blame, or judgment The difference between emotional honesty, behavioral honesty, and outbursts of anger Developing your distress tolerance to cultivate emotional honesty The impact of emotional honesty on intimacy The importance of practicing emotional honesty within friendships    Related Content:  Difficult Conversations Building Trust in Relationships Stonewalling: the Silent Treatment that Blocks Communication Emotional Availability in Relationships     Let’s Talk About It! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review. If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode! Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships. And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page! Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk

If there’s another big contagion going around, it’s blame. Its infectious nature is so profound that it goes back and forth between a couple, trapping them in a cycle of criticism, pain, and disempowerment. No one wins in a relationship that plays the blame game - it has no positive impact on any of the parties involved. It’s sometimes difficult for people to see themselves tethered with the chains of blame, but to be able to co-create a relationship, one must rise to the challenge of letting go of blame and criticism. In this episode, I discuss how blame erodes a relationship’s creative potential and how to overcome it. I illustrate blame and criticism’s addictive nature and describe the physiological stimuli we feel when we attack or blame another person. I discuss how chronic blaming could destroy your partner’s self-esteem and self-worth and how it could set you up for an unhealthy relationship in the future. I also share how we learn to blame another person through our parents as well as highlight how we can foster an environment where our children can learn responsibility instead of criticism.    “Blame is an endless loop. The antidote is curiosity, connection, appreciation, and responsibility.” - Pripo Teplitsky   This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It: What blame is, how it fuels anger, and how it’s based on a relationship’s inequality Blame as a defense mechanism to avoid responsibility How blame hurts our partners and erodes the relationship The addictive nature of blaming and criticism How chronic blaming can be a form of emotional abuse and lead to low self-esteem The vicious cycle of blame How we learned to blame other people and how we can teach our children to be more responsible The importance of learning the difference between blame and responsibility How taking responsibility impacts our relationships The role of honesty in taking responsibility   Related Content: The Art of Apology Taking Responsibility In Your Relationship Curiosity Can Improve Your Relationships Pandemic Series: Intentions: Setting The Tone Of Your Relationships     Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, email HeartShares@yahoo.com or visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode!   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk

In many ways, a relationship is like a garden: you need to make a deliberate effort to care for the soil so that plants can have a strong foundation. Whether it’s igniting a spark in the relationship or handling conflicts better, the quarantine presents us with opportunities to connect with our loved ones and understand them more profoundly. It’s our relationships that will get us through this time where the world is filled with anxiety and distress, and it’s become critical now more than ever that we cultivate our relationships. In this episode, I answer questions from two listeners regarding how we can deeply connect with our partners and the different ways we process disagreements. I discuss the need for vulnerability in relationships as well as share questions you can ask your partners to foster a connection with them. I suggest ways for a couple to manage their differences when it comes to conflict resolution and discuss things to avoid while arguing. I also discuss how arguments are more about managing them - as opposed to solving them - and how successfully managing differences in the ways we handle conflict can create more respect for each other.   “Go underneath the surface. That’s the soil where your relationship is going to flourish.” - Pripo Teplitsky    This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It: What you can do to create a spark in your relationship How deeper questions can build deeper connections Questions to ask your partner to understand them on a deeper level Different ways to ask deep questions The need for vulnerability in relationships How to manage differences in the way we process disagreements The different styles of dealing with conflict and fair fighting Making agreements as a means to handle relationship conflict Blaming, lashing out, degrading language, and other things to avoid during an argument     Listener Questions - Let’s Talk About It: What can we do to feel more connected in our relationship? How can we manage our differences in processing disagreements?     Resources Mentioned: Facebook Live with Joan Lunden     Related Content: The Need for Patience Dealing with Grumpiness, Irritability, and Defensiveness Practicing Empathy is Key to Building Trust Navigating Your Relationships The Art of Listening Understand and Manage Differences in Your Relationships Managing Conflict in Partnerships     Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review. If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode! Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships. And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk

Commitment: that big ‘c’ word that causes cold feet for some people. In many ways, it’s a projection of future scenarios that a person creates in their mind. Will their partner change? Will they be able to make decisions for themselves? Will they be able to meet new people and do the things that they like? If you’re someone who constantly asks these questions before entering a relationship, you may have a fear of commitment. But whether you have this fear or not, it’s worthwhile to look inward and meditate on the meaning of commitment and your relationship with it. In today’s episode, I explore the fear of commitment, its causes, and the ways we can overcome it. I share my personal experience with the fear of commitment in my 20s and explain how that eventually led to my current relationship. I reveal how being afraid of boredom, change, and the lack of freedom can make a person not want to commit as well as underscore the importance of shared values in a relationship. I also discuss the vital role that creativity plays in relationships and how we can cultivate the courage to overcome our fear of commitment.   “When we fear commitment, we see a future where we feel trapped. We must focus on the kind of intimacy we want and envision ourselves responding to it.” - Pripo Teplitsky       This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It: The meaning of commitment My experience with fear of commitment Why the fear of commitment could be about fear of losing your own freedom The role of authentic communication in a long-term relationship The importance of having shared values with your partner Why seeking perfection from a partner is not attainable The fear of boredom and creating excitement in long term relationships Being in love with an artist and how creativity can keep a relationship alive How fear of change can accompany the fear of commitment Ways to overcome the fear of rejection or approval The signs that tell you when your partner is afraid of commitment Developing fearlessness and overcoming the fear of commitment with courage   Related Content: What Do We Mean by Commitment?     Let’s Talk About It! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review. If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode! Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships. And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk

Families are complicated. As much as we want to always be there and support our loved ones, sometimes our relationships could be toxic. It’s difficult to draw a boundary between you and a relative, but how do you know it’s time to cut off ties with a family member? Or how do you know when to maintain the relationship? My wife, Yvonne Rainbow Teplitsky, the founder & owner of Artsy Goddess Studio, has her own experiences of challenging family relationships where issues and misunderstandings have stacked on one another. In this episode, Rainbow and I answer a listener’s question about drawing boundaries with an important family member and explain why it’s important to not force conflict resolution and instead opt for cultivating space. We share our experiences and vulnerabilities with family issues and cutting-off friends and relatives. We describe how toxic behavior in the family affected us as children. We reveal the common characteristics that define toxic behavior such as manipulation and lying, as well as illustrate how guilt can prevent us from letting go of toxic people. We also discuss the importance of looking inwards when considering challenging relationships and cutting ties with family.   “Cutting ties with family members is one of the hardest decisions that we may ever face in life.” - Pripo Teplitsky   This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It: The difference between toxic relationships and family dramas Rainbow’s experiences growing up with family issues The effect of family conflict on children The inevitability of conflict and the best time to learn about conflict resolution skills Why it can be challenging to cut ties with family members The power of creating connections with an estranged family member What makes a relationship one-sided My experience with a toxic family member Why you should consider creating space instead of severing relationships How we are met with resistance when we force conflict resolution Manipulation, deceit, victim-playing, and other aspects of toxic behavior Why toxic people attach to loving and kind ones How guilt prevents us from cutting ties with family members How family loyalty can create toxic relationships Why friendships can be difficult to end   Listener Questions - Let’s Talk About It: At what point do you let go of relationships that may no longer feel fulfilling, even if it means hurting other family members?   Related Content: Dealing With Family Dramas: Standing Up For Yourself Courage In Relationships Taking Responsibility In Your Relationships Managing Conflict In Relationships Encourage Your Partner’s Authenticity Encourage Your Partner’s “Deeper” Authenticity Time Apart vs. Time Together: What’s Healthy?   Connect with Yvonne Rainbow Teplitsky: Artsy Goddess Studio Yvonne on LinkedIn Yvonne on Facebook Email: rainbowmoonsky@aol.com   Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode!   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk

Jealousy is a human experience. Whether we were the ones receiving it or the ones feeling it, we’ve all had our fair share of jealous feelings and behaviors. Despite the commonality of this emotion, jealousy could bring on challenges and issues in a romantic relationship that, when aggravated, could create distrust and eventually end the relationship. Couples need to take the necessary steps to overcome jealousy and cultivate a relationship that is connected, open, and loving. Today, I share my thoughts on jealousy, its causes, and its effects. I explain how jealousy can force our partners to put up boundaries or even commit actions that foster distrust. I reveal how insecurities and low self-esteem can cultivate our tendency to be jealous and share some evolutionary perspectives on why we feel jealous. I share my personal experiences with jealousy and highlight the steps we can take to overcome these feelings. I also answer a listener’s question about how to move forward in a relationship without bringing emotional baggage, why couples need to focus on their willingness to examine and work through emotional hurts and difficulties, as well as highlight the importance of celebrating successes in overcoming emotional baggage.    “No matter how jealous we feel, we need to find a way to come back to ourselves. Know that no matter how strong these feelings are, they will come and pass.” - Pripo Teplitsky    This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It: The detrimental impact of jealousy on our relationships and how they push our partners to put up boundaries The definition of jealousy and how it’s different from envy Common evolutionary explanations of jealousy The biggest driver and causes of jealousy How working on your sense of self can help soothe feelings of jealousy How open and honest communication can help couples overcome jealousy Why paranoid and obsessive tendencies can trap a person into jealousy How jealousy can make us block our partners Using humor and light-hearted conversations to address feelings of jealousy and anxiety How our inner critic perpetuates destructive thoughts and feelings Dealing with jealousy through acceptance and self-compassion   Listener Questions - Let’s Talk About It: How do you move forward in a new relationship without bringing emotional baggage?   Related Content: Emotional Infidelity: Is It Really Cheating? Transforming the Inner Critic The Art of Apology   Let’s Talk About It! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review. If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode! Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships. And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page! Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk

Conflict is an inevitable part of committed relationships, marriages, partnerships, or even in our relationships with family and friends. Yet many of us avoid it. We don’t know how to properly open ourselves to conflict, let alone handle it properly. But conflict, when managed constructively, can be a source of growth and connection between all disagreeing parties involved. We need to understand and cultivate the tools we can use to transform conflict into a constructive experience.   Today, I discuss what makes conflict healthy, how to foster it, and how we can benefit from it. I describe how parents can better manage conflict with their teenagers as well as the role of intent in resolving disagreements. I share communication tools you can use to get through disagreements and arguments. I also explain why we shouldn’t aim to win an argument and instead aim to gain insight into ourselves and understand our partners.   “The goal of healthy conflict is to get understanding for your relationship to grow, for more intimacy, for more closeness.” - Pripo Teplitsky   This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It: The need for good communication skills to alleviate conflict in relationships Why we shouldn’t aim to win an argument with our partners How emotional availability can help us move through conflict The primary goal of conflict How to transform relationship conflicts into something constructive The role of mindfulness and intention in resolving relationship conflicts How to better manage conflict between parents and teenagers My wife’s conflict with her mother and how she let go of the power struggle Why it’s wise to choose our battles How my wife and I resolved a conflict and how we benefitted from it How conflict resolution can make people closer to each other What makes conflicts between couples unhealthy? The causes of aggression and violence during conflict and their physiological effects The “four horsemen of the apocalypse” in a relationship How collaboration and compromise can turn a conflict situation around The importance of understanding each others’ triggers   Related Content: The Art of Listening Stonewalling: the Silent Treat That Blocks Communication Generosity: Contemplating How We Show Up in Our Relationships Emotional Availability in Relationships   Let’s Talk About It! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review. If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode! Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships. And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk

There are times in a relationship when a person needs to set boundaries. It could be healthy to take a step back and soothe the emotions in times of anger. But while it’s helpful to ‘take a breather’ during escalated conflict situations, refusing to engage or acknowledge the other person in the relationship is not healthy. Stonewalling, silent treatments, or sulking can be hurtful, and in some cases, manipulative. If there’s no communication, there’s no relationship. In today’s episode, I discuss stonewalling, the silent treatment, and the many reasons people resort to it. I explain how stonewalling can undermine communication and, eventually, the relationship itself. I explain why men stonewall more than women and the steps you can take to handle the silent treatment. I also share the steps I took to change my stonewalling habits as well as identify the ways a couple can handle conflict situations better.   “Stonewalling could be really detrimental to a relationship. Have the courage to mess up, to say things that are vulnerable, and to reach out for love.” - Pripo Teplitsky   This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It: The definition of stonewalling and the reasons people resort to it How stonewalling damages communication in relationships A healthy way to temporarily withdraw from conflict situations Why men stonewall more than women How the silent treatment affects a relationship How to re-engage with your partner after a stonewalling episode The steps I took to change my stonewalling behavior Effective ways to deal with the silent treatment The ways stonewallers can change their behavior How to build your empathy muscle What emotional maturity is and how it helps a relationship The signs of a healthy relationship   Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.    If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode!   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk   Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Auxbus. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Auxbus.com

When you put two people together - people who grew up with different values and belief systems, who lived out different customs and principles - the natural outcome of this human partnership can be both fascinating and frustrating. Each person’s unique experiences can either build up or tear down relationships, depending on whether the people involved would choose to judge or be curious about the other person’s experience. If you take the time to be curious, you would be amazed about how it could change the level of your relationships for the better.   Today, I share how your curiosity builds up your relationship with your partner and those around you. I discuss how curiosity allows you to reexamine the conflicts in your relationships as you stay away from assuming, concluding, and judging the other person. I also share the different ways you can ask your partner, “How’s your day?” as well as how my own curiosity led me to bring a certain level of freshness and newness into my relationships.   “Wondering and curiosity creates fertile ground to create open discussions.” - Pripo Teplitsky   This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   Why couples have conflicting recollections of how a particular event happened. The one thing that can improve the conflicts that couples have. The result when couples form incorrect assumptions of what’s going on with the other person. How a scene in the movie City of Angels shows the perfect example of being curious about your partner’s experience. The reason why breakups in relationships happen, according to research. One of the most sincere ways to inquire about your partner’s day. What a “Gotcha” moment is and why it’s unhealthy to have them in relationships. Examples of questions of curiosity. How to make other people feel cherished by you. How to cultivate a curious mind. The different, interesting ways my friend trains his curiosity to see the world from a different perspective. The process that can help you move out of conflict faster than any other tool presented out there. How my adventure in Asheville allowed me to bring more novelty in my life.     Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode!   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk     Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Auxbus. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Auxbus.com

Honesty and open communication greatly contribute to the health of any relationship, especially intimate ones. Being open can be a struggle for couples who have different expectations about keeping secrets and where to draw the line when it comes to their privacy. Does the mantra “I’ll show mine if you show me yours” establish a healthy foundation of trust in a relationship? What kind of attitude should we have to foster and maintain trust in our relationships to save ourselves from all unnecessary hurt and heartache?   Today, I dive into the differences between privacy and secrecy. I share how my wife and I dealt with privacy and secrecy in our relationship and how these circumstances affected our openness towards each other. I explain how keeping secrets diminishes your ability to build strong connections with your partner. I also discuss the different types of infidelity that can occur between couples, aside from sexual infidelity, as well as what it takes for couples to gain back the trust they lost due to keeping secrets.   “Trusting one another to be in a relationship and to show up with trust and honesty can be one of the greatest risks that you take in a relationship.” - Pripo Teplitsky   This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   How ‘snooping’ and secrecy can be a learned behavior The true meaning of privacy in relationships How my wife and I showed respect for our son’s privacy The different ways to share private experiences in relationships Why couples should have a private life that is apart from anyone, including families Situations when your partner could feel like you violated your sacred space as a couple How to identify when privacy has turned into secrecy Factors that motivate people to keep secrets Why secrets diminish intimacy and prevent you from establishing a connection to your partner The impact that secrecy can have on your relationship The constant component in infidelity and keeping secrets The illusion that couples believe when keeping secrets from their partner What it takes to repair your relationship after trust has been broken How keeping secrets from your partner increases stress and impacts your overall health     Resources Mentioned:   Is There Privacy Or Secrecy In Your Relationship? Article By Suzanne Phillips Podcast Episode: Emotional Infidelity: Is It Really Cheating?   Sponsored by Gyro Creative   Transform your brand identity with Gyro Creative. Gyro Creative is a Detroit-based identity studio helping businesses, brands, and groups express their values through strategic brand development and design. Incite action, build culture, unite your community, and inspire change with your brand and brand message.   For more information or to start your brand identity transformation journey, visit www.GyroCreative.com    Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode!   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk     Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Auxbus. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Auxbus.com

It’s an instinct for us to give advice - whether we are asked for it or not - as we show care and concern for others, especially to those who are close to our hearts. Our intentions may be good, but more often than not, giving unsolicited advice causes more harm than good. Learning how to shift our mindset about showing care and offering help as well as learning other life skills can prove to be more helpful over providing a “quick fix” through unsolicited advice.   Today, I discuss the difference between solicited and unsolicited advice and why we should reconsider giving the latter. I discuss why people feel the need to offer unsolicited advice and the role that timing plays in providing help to others. I also share how I deal with unsolicited advice in my personal and professional life and share tips on how to handle advice given by people you love.     “Advice assumes that our perspective is the right one and that the way that we see things will work perfectly for others.” - Pripo Teplitsky   This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   How to avoid giving unsolicited advice and still get the point across to the other person. How to know if the other person is ready to hear your advice. How setting a firm boundary about homeschooling my son helped me and my mom learn to respect each other’s boundaries around unsolicited advice. Why men need to stop giving unsolicited advice to their partner when their driving. How to tell others that you’re not up to hearing unsolicited advice. Why unsolicited advice from loved ones can be threatening. How rephrasing my concern towards my son’s wake board helped me practice and model good parenting. How giving unsolicited advice to teenagers or your own children affect the way they see themselves. Different ways to address concerns with your children or teenagers without having to give unsolicited advice. Why giving unsolicited advice can be detrimental to others. The appropriate approach to provide space for others to open up. The intent to understand vs. the intent to reply. How to make people experience having powerful and lasting impressions on the decisions they make.     Resources Mentioned:   Setting Boundaries Without Guilt The Art of Listening A Father-Son Conversation     Sponsored by Farm to Home Milk   Farm to Home Milk is an Asheville-based distribution company of grass-fed, GMO-free milk. They serve many of Asheville’s local restaurants and coffee shops. The secret to their success is their focus on the personal relationships they have with their customers. Their motto: “Compassion is Possible” is proudly featured on the side of their delivery trucks and is a reminder of how they aim to be - in a relationship of sustenance.   To learn more about Farm to Home Milk or to begin receiving delicious, glass-bottled milk delivered to your home, visit www.FarmtoHomeMilk.com     Sponsored by Gyro Creative   Transform your brand identity with Gyro Creative. Gyro Creative is a Detroit-based identity studio helping businesses, brands, and groups express their values through strategic brand development and design. Incite action, build culture, unite your community, and inspire change with your brand and brand message.   For more information or to start your brand identity transformation journey, visit www.GyroCreative.com   Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode!   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk     Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Auxbus. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Auxbus.com

Knowing ourselves well involves understanding ourselves so we can be emotionally available in our relationships. It’s about knowing what triggers us to pull back, stonewall, and protect ourselves from the potential pain that was brought about by our circumstances. Being emotionally available to others allows us to establish honest and healthy relationships, even during conflict.   Today, I share what emotional availability is and the steps you can take to increase your emotional availability with others. I discuss why people are emotionally unavailable in relationships, how to deal with the challenges associated with it, and what you can do to make others feel comfortable with opening up and being emotionally available. I also share how my perspective of the male emotional world has changed since my childhood and how my family and I experienced a deeper level of connectedness, honesty, and love in spite of a family conflict.     “This is one way to transform the world - by being emotionally available.” - Pripo Teplitsky       This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   Why it’s difficult to be available to others and ourselves. How the movie Brian’s Songchanged my view of how men feel. The wrong notion men have about emotions. Effective and ineffective ways to engage men to be emotionally available. How men and women connect and bond differently on an interpersonal level. The role that parents play in their children’s understanding of emotional availability. What parents can do to teach their children emotional availability. How emotionally unavailable people deal with conflict. What it means to “speak your truth” and “find your truth while speaking.” How to “take care of your own cup” so you can be available to somebody else. Why most parents are not emotionally available to their kids. How parents unintentionally teach co-dependence to their children. How my father-in-law’s emotional unavailability affected my wife’s self-esteem and self-worth. Why living a life of constant guardedness is a picture of notliving a full life. The inner work you can do to be more available emotionally.     Resources Mentioned:   Taking Responsibility In Your Relationship A Father-Son Conversation The Art of Listening       Sponsored by Farm to Home Milk   Farm to Home Milk is an Asheville-based distribution company of grass-fed, GMO-free milk. They serve many of Asheville’s local restaurants and coffee shops. The secret to their success is their focus on the personal relationships they have with their customers. Their motto: “Compassion is Possible” is proudly featured on the side of their delivery trucks and is a reminder of how they aim to be - in a relationship of sustenance.   To learn more about Farm to Home Milk or to begin receiving delicious, glass-bottled milk delivered to your home, visit www.FarmtoHomeMilk.com     Sponsored by Gyro Creative   Transform your brand identity with Gyro Creative. Gyro Creative is a Detroit-based identity studio helping businesses, brands, and groups express their values through strategic brand development and design. Incite action, build culture, unite your community, and inspire change with your brand and brand message.   For more information or to start your brand identity transformation journey, visit www.GyroCreative.com       Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode!   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk    Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Auxbus. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Auxbus.com

To achieve an authentic and successful life, psychotherapist Pripo Teplitsky helps people navigate relationships and achieve emotional well-being at home and at work.

How do you feel when you constantly see your partner’s things on the floor, the dirty mess in the kitchen sink or the toothpaste pressed in the middle? The better question is - how much do you accept your partner? Accepting your partner, including their good traits and bad ones sounds simple. But, the truth is you do most of the inner work to achieve a certain level of acceptance.   Today, I discuss the things we need to accept in our partner and what it means to accept people. I explain how to shift your perspective and accept the other person for who they are. I also share the story of how I accepted my wife’s routine when we need to travel as well as how this acceptance impacted the way I see her, myself, and our circumstances.     “Acceptance is letting go of the struggle to want them to change.”   - Pripo Teplitsky   This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   The huge poison in relationships. The kind of energy that’s detrimental to bring into the relationship. How the relational differences pile up to the point of unbearable. How to accept the other person when shame starts to surface. How to reprogram yourself when in the process of accepting your partner. The wrong mindset about changing and accepting people with addiction. What to do when you feel like “fixing” your partner. The role that tolerance plays in the energy of acceptance.    Resources Mentioned:   Do the Right Thing     Sponsored by Gyro Creative   Transform your brand identity with Gyro Creative. Gyro Creative is a Detroit-based identity studio helping businesses, brands, and groups express their values through strategic brand development and design. Incite action, build culture, unite your community, and inspire change with your brand and brand message.   For more information or to start your brand identity transformation journey, visit www.GyroCreative.com     Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode!   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk   Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Auxbus. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Auxbus.com

My daughter-in-love, Emma Olyff, is in a relationship with my son, Zander. Currently living in the Netherlands, she is attending Maastricht University with Zander, where she is studying psychology. She is also the founder and jewelry designer at Emwa Jewelry, an artisan jewelry company she started from her passion for handmade jewelry.   Today, Emma joins me for a Q & A session about relationships. We discuss the role of guilt when apologizing to others and how to avoid getting pulled in by other people’s emotions to keep your own groundedness. We also discuss why couples should be both friends and lovers and how to make a habit of creating moments that will sustain your relationship.   “We need to have a vision - the vision of repair - because guilt makes us stay in paralyzation.” - Pripo Teplitsky       This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   Two significant parts of an apology that make apologizing easier and more sincere Physical gestures you can do to deal with anxiety How to avoid allowing your guilt to overshadow the empathy you have for your partner How long you should wait before apologizing and handling the issue at hand How to capture the moment-by-moment connections in a long-term relationship The difference between constructive criticism and constructive feedback The ultimate purpose of giving constructive feedback Circumstances where you should learn to get comfortable with the uncomfortable Understanding and performing individual and collective responsibilities in a relationship when dealing with the effects of negative past experiences The best time to bring up and discuss unhealthy patterns in a relationship How to work with each other to learn each other’s triggers How to do the inner work of speaking to your heart and accepting vulnerability to avoid blaming others The significance of celebrating relational wins and improvements How to reinforce positive experiences to pursue more of them     Resources Mentioned:   Falling in Love Micro Moments in Relationships Constructive Criticism?     Connect with Emma Olyff:   Emwa Jewelry on Facebook Emma Olyff on Instagram Emma Olyff on Twitter       Sponsored by Gyro Creative   Transform your brand identity with Gyro Creative. Gyro Creative is a Detroit-based identity studio helping businesses, brands, and groups express their values through strategic brand development and design. Incite action, build culture, unite your community, and inspire change with your brand and brand message.   For more information or to start your brand identity transformation journey, visit www.GyroCreative.com     Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   If you have a relationship question you’d love to have answered, visit our podcast page to leave us a voice message. Your question may be featured on a future episode!   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk     Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Auxbus. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Auxbus.com

Many people struggle to set strong boundaries in their relationships with friends, family, and partners. Setting boundaries can sometimes make you feel guilty for wanting to protect something you value, such as your time, energy, or emotions. You may feel hesitant about setting boundaries with someone you love because you feel it may unintentionally hurt their feelings, but often, the inability to assert your boundaries can leave you feeling used and unappreciated.   Today, I discuss the difference between healthy and unhealthy guilt. I explain how people-pleasing plays a significant role in our ability to set and keep our boundaries. I share stories of my past where I dealt with feelings of guilt for setting boundaries. I also share how to change perspectives about taking on guilt, including some examples of how to speak to it.     “We don’t need to feel responsible for somebody else’s emotions or how they receive our boundaries.” - Pripo Teplitsky     This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   How feeling guilty can be a positive emotion. How unhealthy guilt develops in us. How people-pleasers feel about setting boundaries. Why women have more tendency to feel guilty when they take care of their needs. An unconscious manipulation many families do to get what they want. How others usually respond to clearly stated boundaries. How to set boundaries when asking others for advice. How I dealt with my mother’s disapproval in homeschooling my child. How to train people with your boundaries. How I put up boundaries with my wife about her calling me at work regarding stressful, non-urgent domestic matters. Why you don’t need to explain and justify your “No’s.” The need to learn how to soothe yourself and the benefits of doing so. The significant transformation that happened when I traveled the world at 29 and got engaged to a single mother. What happens to you when you put others needs and feelings before your own. Reasons why boundaries may not work. What it takes to learn self-assertiveness and the factors that contribute to the lack of it. What to do when people are blaming, name-calling, or stonewalling.     Resources Mentioned:   Setting Boundaries in Relationships     Sponsored by Gyro Creative   Transform your brand identity with Gyro Creative. Gyro Creative is a Detroit-based identity studio helping businesses, brands, and groups express their values through strategic brand development and design. Incite action, build culture, unite your community, and inspire change with your brand and brand message.   For more information or to start your brand identity transformation journey, visit www.GyroCreative.com     Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk     Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Auxbus. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Auxbus.com

Trust is an incredibly powerful, foundational part of healthy relationships. It is something that must be earned, built, and maintained to build healthy and close relationships. Broken trust is often the underlying cause for many marriages and relationships to come to an end. Once trust has been broken - it can be very difficult to rebuild.   So how do you show your partner how much you trust them? How do you maintain and continue to build trust in your relationships? How do you repair your relationship after trust has been broken?   Today, I share different ways of showing trust to build healthier relationships. I share how fidelity and trust are manifested and explain the difference between privacy and secrecy. I also share personal stories that show how trust is broken - and earned - among friends and family and how to open yourself up to trusting others while still keeping your personal boundaries.     “Trust is one of the most crucial building blocks of becoming emotionally intimate and deeply close with someone. It’s a must for any healthy and close relationship.” - Pripo Teplitsky       This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   Different forms of trust that overlap in relationships. How my son and I built trust between us. Building trust by showing appreciation of others. Showing consideration towards others to build trust. How failing to follow through on what you say you will do can impact the trust you’ve built in your relationships. The concept of relaxing into trust in your relationships. An example of not having good boundaries within the family. Building trust by caring for other people’s material possessions. Why you need to trust yourself and how to do it. How to break a dysfunctional communication pattern to build trust. The difference between ‘trust’ as a verb and a noun. What it means to be trusting and what to do to step up and build that trust. The health effects of having supportive friendships built on trust.     Resources Mentioned:   Dealing With Grudges       Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk     Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Auxbus. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Auxbus.com.

Are you guilty of holding grudges? Let’s face it - holding grudges is a common practice for most of us, but it can be detrimental to your relationships as well as your health. Over time, grudges can easily transform into anger, resentment, high stress levels, and even depression. This resentment is often what causes many relationships to end.   So how do we deal with and move past the grudges we may have against others to begin the process of healing and moving forward?   On today’s episode, I discuss how holding a grudge can impact your relationships. I share my personal experiences of dealing with grudges and how holding grudges can impact the people around you. I explain the physiological process involved in holding onto anger and resentment and how holding onto long-term grudges can impact your health. I also share the common personality characteristics of people who frequently hold grudges and share strategies you can use to help yourself and your partner move past grudges for a healthier relationship.       “Resentment is actually the feeling of the act of holding a grudge.” - Pripo Teplitsky       This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   The impact that holding grudges can have on your relationships. My experiences of growing up with a family that held grudges. How modeling grudges in your family and intimate relationships can affect children and their ability to deal with conflict. The importance of teaching and modeling remorse and good conflict resolution strategies. The physiological process involved in feeling resentful. How holding grudges affects your health. Common personality traits and characteristics of people who frequently hold grudges. Why grudges often lead to feelings of anger and higher levels of stress. How holding a grudge affects more than just you and the person who has wronged you. The story of my father holding a grudge against my mother and stepfather and how it made me feel. The importance of developing communication and conflict resolution skills to help you work through and let go of grudges and resentment. How apologizing and showing remorse can help grudge holders move forward and heal to improve their relationship. How negative past experiences can sometimes lead to transferred feelings and emotions that are causing a grudge. Identifying when to give your partner space, how much space they need, and when to let go of the relationship. How forgiveness helps grudge holders let go and move forward. How to begin the forgiveness process.     Resources Mentioned:   Holding a Grudge Is Bad For You, And Here Are The Ways It Can Actually Weigh You Down and Affect Your Health by Emma Cueto The Unburdening Effects of Forgiveness: Effects on Slant Perception and Jumping Height - Study by Erasmus University, published in Social Psychological and Personality Science The Art of Listening Increase Your Emotional Intelligence The Art of Apology     Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk     Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Auxbus. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Auxbus.com  

What does the word ‘commitment’ mean to you? When you think about it or hear the word ‘commitment,’ is your initial thought that you’re either committed to something or someone - or you’re not? Is the concept of commitment truly that black and white, with no room for color or gray?   To many couples, the word ‘commitment’ is a black and white concept, but what many don’t realize is that the word can mean different things to different people.   On today’s episode, I share my thoughts on the word ‘commitment’ and why it can take on different meanings for different people. I explain the difference between being committed to an outcome versus being committed to the process of achieving the desired outcome. I discuss why couples need to understand the true depth of being in a committed relationship and how to recognize whether you’re fully committed to your partner. I also explain the difference between conscious commitments and unconscious commitments, how your unconscious commitments impact your relationships, and how to create new commitments based on how you envision yourself, your relationship, and the process it will take to achieve what you envision.   “Commitment is actually a practice - a moment to moment practice. It’s an active state, not a passive one.” - Pripo Teplitsky     This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   What I believe ‘commitment’ truly means. Why being in a committed relationship means different things to different people. The difference between being committed to an outcome versus being committed to the process of achieving the outcome in your relationships. The process commitments I make in my marriage and relationships. The impact that being committed to outcomes can have on your relationship. The importance of making process commitments to yourself first and how it can carry over into your relationships. How to recognize whether you’re fully committed to your partner. The difference between conscious commitments and unconscious commitments and how they impact your relationships. Strategies to create new process commitments to improve your relationship. How the way you envision yourself and your relationship impacts your reality. The importance of spending quality time with your partner - and why sometimes love simply isn’t enough. Identifying what you want to be committed to instead of what you are getting and don’t like.    Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk     Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Auxbus. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Auxbus.com

Breah Livolsi Parker is a graphic facilitator, authenticity coach, and TEDx speaker who lives by the mantra, “Be who you are… it is so much more than enough.”She is the creator of What’s Right With Me - an audio workbook that is the foundation of her individual coaching sessions and workshops. She is passionate about empowering those around her to fulfill their deepest desires, rediscover their dreams, and unlock their individual uniqueness and innate gifts to truly make a difference in the world.   Breah joins me today to discuss why I consider fatherhood as my kind of yoga. We discuss my relationship with my son and my philosophy on freedom, control, and trusting your child’s life path - as well as your path as a parent. We discuss why children often feel uneasy sharing various experiences and discussions with their parents and how I created an environment where my son feels secure about discussing any subject with me. We discuss how mothers can encourage their spouse to establish a relationship with their children and the impact that a father’s influence can have on their children. Breah also shares how becoming a grandmother has allowed her to try different parenting techniques that she wishes she used while raising her children.   “Trust in your child’s life path - and trust in your path as a parent.” - Pripo Teplitsky    This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   How my childhood upbringing and relationship with my father influenced the way I raised my son and the relationship we have. The importance of parents instilling confidence and trust in their children - and trusting in their life’s path. Why many parents turn to “controlled parenting” techniques and the impact of worrying over uncontrollable situations. Why children may feel the need to avoid telling their parents about certain experiences or decisions they make. Understanding and accepting that children learn their boundaries and integrity through experimentation and life experiences. How I set firm boundaries with my son in a loving manner, without yelling or getting angry. Developing trust and confidence in your child’s ability to make good decisions. Why I would tell my son to “stay focused” instead of “be careful” in certain situations. A positive way to address your child’s mistakes and poor decisions. How establishing a connection and closeness with your children will help create a safe and trusting environment that leads them to feel comfortable with opening up to you. How my wife encouraged my relationship with my son. Why I chose to live with my father during my childhood. How my father’s parenting style differed from my mother’s. Why many parents feel that “letting go” is one of the most difficult aspects of parenthood. The impact of raising children in a non-stressful environment. How men modeling positive and healthy interactions with their spouse teaches their children how to treat others. Approaching parenthood from a place of love and understanding instead of discipline and trying to “fix a problem.” Why it’s important for fathers to express - and own - their emotions around their children. The difference between telling your children you love them and being loving toward them. How becoming a grandmother allowed Breah to try different parenting techniques that she wishes she used with her children.   Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group , and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk   Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Auxbus. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Auxbus.com

Research shows that on average, we have about 60,000 thoughts a day. Ever wonder how many of those thoughts help us - and how many actually destroy us? Our inner critic serves the important purpose of being our protector, but what happens when we listen to it too much and allow it to take control of us? And more importantly, how do we break out of that mindset when that happens?   Today, I share my thoughts on how to transform your inner critic and the way you think about it. I discuss our conscious and subconscious thoughts, and how our inner critic becomes deeply ingrained in us over the years. I share how our inner critic prevents us and our partners from seeing and appreciating our best selves, discuss the impact of our inner critic on our behavior and emotions, and explain how we can develop a belief system that counteracts that. I also share my own experiences with my inner critic and some exercises you can use to help you get over yours.   “Our inner critics are terrified that we’re going to be hurt - and it wants to protect us.” - Pripo Teplitsky   This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   The primary function of our inner critic. How our inner critic is shaped from childhood and how it is deeply ingrained in us as adults. The danger of relying on your partner constantly to compensate for your inner critic. How our inner critic sabotages us by convincing us that we’re not worthy of love. Having our inner critic work for us by giving it “another job description.” How a massage experience reflected my own struggle with my inner critic. A simple exercise that involves writing to your inner critic with your non-dominant hand. How to develop a belief system that outweighs your inner critic. The inner critic manifesting through comparison, especially in sports. The world as a giant puzzle and embracing the fact that we are pieces of it. The various obstacles with my own self-esteem and how I handled these obstacles. The most challenging exercise a human being can do. How accepting our own flawed areas can help us accept and appreciate others as well. The negative ways our inner critic manifests through our personality and how it buffers us from our own feelings. An exercise involving asking ourselves where and how we can bring kindness and compassion to both ourselves and to our partners. The right way to approach making - and learning from - mistakes. Positive efficacy and going through memories of experiences that you’ve moved through challenges. Why the inner critic should not be calling the shots - and who should be doing that, instead.    Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk     Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Podcraft. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Podcraft.com

Whenever people talk about intimacy, their minds tend to drift automatically towards the sexual kind. However, there is so much more to intimacy than just the physical aspects — and the fact that so many people seem unaware of it means that now more than ever, it’s important to talk about it. After all, it is only through openness and being willing to listen that we achieve true intimacy, whether it’s with our acquaintances, our friends, our family, our significant others, and even ourselves. And so, before learning about how to handle and facilitate intimacy within our relationships, we must first understand what it is and what it requires.   Today, I share my thoughts on intimacy, focusing specifically on the need to be open and ready to listen with empathy in order to make it possible. I discuss the importance of being intimate with yourself, and how that opens the gateway to being intimate with the people you value most in your life. I share my personal experiences and stories regarding various kinds of intimacy over the years such as with clients, a colleague I hadn’t spoken to for a while, my family, and even with my pet. I also share the crucial aspects of intimacy and listening with empathy, and why intimacy requires a certain level of courageousness before it can happen.   “That is what fuels intimacy: An open heart of compassion, of empathy, of being moved by the world and by each other.” - Pripo Teplitsky     This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   Intimacy with others and with yourself. The importance of being genuine before you can be intimate with yourself. My recent interesting encounter with an old corporate colleague. The people I meet during the course of my professional career, and how intimacy plays a role in those encounters. Creating intimacy with your family, and its role in helping you be at peace. The difference between physical intimacy and emotional intimacy. How intimacy leads to our liberation. My experience at a memorable and unique workshop experience with my cousin. Taking risks to be intimate with others. Embracing self-compassion and self-appreciation. How my emotional bond with my father was forged through physical intimacy from a very young age and how it established the foundation for my perspective on intimacy today. Our tendency to be passive listeners to our partners and how it becomes a barrier to intimacy. The two crucial ingredients of listening with empathy. Intimacy with animals and the feeling of connecting with another species. The impact of being open to having an open heart and being vulnerable and present with your partner. How the poem, The Invitation, helps couples who are unsure about the level of intimacy they desire.   Resources Mentioned:   Creating Extraordinary Intimacy in a Shutdown World - Michael J. Russer’s TEDx Talk The Invitation - poem by Oriah Mountain Dreamer   Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling, join our Relationships! Let’s Talk About It Facebook group, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk   Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Podcraft. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Podcraft.com

There is so much negativity and criticism rampant in the world today that sometimes, the idea of self-compassion feels like nothing more than a distant memory. Even though numerous studies have shown the connection between self-compassion and healthier interpersonal relationships, the notion of being less self-critical somehow proves to be challenging to uphold. With suffering as part and parcel of the human condition, how can we appreciate and develop our own capacity for self-compassion? More importantly, what does it mean to be self-compassionate in the first place?   Today, I discuss the meaning of compassion and how compassion for others differs from self-compassion. I discuss the necessary elements to develop compassion for others and the strength necessary to fight your own inner critic. I share how cultivating self-compassion can help your relationships by making you less reliant on your partner, how self-compassion can help us become better parents, and how our children could benefit from the examples we set. I share my experience of building my precious daughter’s casket and how it enlightened me on the true connection between humanity and self-compassion. I also share the conscious efforts I make to be self-compassionate as well as the tools and techniques I use to accomplish this goal.   “Compassion is the first step to relieve suffering.” - Pripo Teplitsky   This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   Understanding what compassion is, with respect to what we feel towards others. The relationship between compassion and the Buddist’s philosophy of human condition. The importance of recognizing that suffering exists. How cultivating compassion for yourself can help you have more compassion for others. The problem with depending on others to take away our suffering. The judgmental voice that exists in all of us and how positive self-talk does wonders for your self-compassion. My experience with negative self-talk and how I transform my mindset to be more positive and self-compassionate. How I use humor as a tool to nurture self-compassion. Using the Hawaiian forgiveness mantra to forgive yourself for mistakes. The importance of practicing and developing a habit of self-compassion. A fascinating study on the impact of self-compassion in relationships. The three main components of self-compassion. The significance of being kind to yourself. Why parents should give more slack to children and how it’s different from going easy on them. Strategies I use to practice self-compassion after making a mistake. The story of when I built a casket for my infant daughter, River, and how the experience helped me understand the connection between self-compassion and humanity. How being compassionate to yourself can help inspire your partner to take care of themselves as well. Why it’s important to bring down self-criticism with self-compassion.    Resources Mentioned:   Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff The Secret to Love is Just Kindness   Join Us for The Power of Appreciation Workshop for Couples   Join Pripo and his wife, Yvonne Rainbow Teplitsky, on Saturday, April 27, 2019, in Asheville, NC to learn the secrets of unlocking the Power of Appreciation in your relationships. Genuine appreciation, regardless of how simple or profound, has been proven to bring an immediate shift in the quality and closeness of loving relationships. The Power of Appreciation Workshop for Couples will teach you the necessary skills and fundamental process of enriching your relationship with your partner, deepening the connection, and enhancing the flow of positive.   To learn more about The Power of Appreciation Workshop for Couples, and to register, visit HeartShare Counseling & Consulting PC or call (828) 712-8398.   Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   Don’t forget to visit our website, join us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling and Relationships! Let’s Talk About It, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk   Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Podcraft. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Podcraft.com

Being in a happy relationship doesn’t mean you stop getting attracted to other people. Attraction is a natural process of life. So, when does the attraction turn into an emotional affair? Is it considered cheating if you have emotional attachments with someone - even without being physically or sexually intimate?   Today, I explore what emotional infidelity is and how it is different from sexual infidelity. I share my personal and professional stories of emotional infidelity and how to use them to have a deeper and more authentic relationship. I also share the signs of an emotional affair, the slippery slopes to understand and watch for in your relationship as well as the different ways to safeguard your relationship from them.    “Just because you have an attraction towards somebody else is not a sign that you’re in a wrong relationship. It’s what you do with that attraction.” - Pripo Teplitsky      This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   How friendships or a simple attraction can sometimes turn into emotional infidelity. The starting point of an emotional affair. Examples of slippery slopes that people look for and feed into emotional infidelity. My experience with emotional infidelity. How a solely focused child-centered relationship can challenge your marriage. The story of my encounter with a woman that looked like my first love. Examples of perfect settings that pave the way to an emotional affair. The statistics among men and women who cheated on their spouses with someone from work. Why the brain is the largest sexual organ. The first step towards rebuilding trust and fidelity. What to do if you feel your partner is having an affair. How to feed the positivity in your relationship with your partner. The right and wrong ways to set a good foundation for transparency. A process on how to get clarity and establish safe boundaries. The best time to discuss problems and have heart conversations with your partner.     Sponsored by Ancestral Mothers of Scotland Retreat   Do you dream of learning more about your Ancestral Mothers, but are unsure of how to get started? Are you a woman looking for a relaxing way to nurture yourself while experiencing a one-of-a-kind adventure? Join my wife’s dear friend and retreat guide, Jude Lally June 8-15 for the Ancestral Mothers of Scotland Retreat - an all-women’s retreat that helps you connect with your Ancestral Mothers and embody their wisdom while feeding your imagination.   You’ll enjoy:   Learning about Ancient Ancestral Mothers through storytelling and artmaking Visiting sacred sites, holy wells, and abandoned villages Creating art at beautiful, white sandy beaches   The Ancestral Mothers of Scotland Retreat also includes good food and great company with a circle of like-minded women. My wife, Yvonne, will also be on this retreat. So if you’re ready for an adventure; ready to connect with your Ancestral Mothers, and ready to nurture yourself in one of the most powerful experiences of a lifetime, visit PathoftheAncestralMothers.com to book your spot today.   Book by April 1st using the coupon code: Pripo to receive a $100 discount.     Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   Don’t forget to visit our website, join us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling and Relationships! Let’s Talk About It, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk   Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Podcraft. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Podcraft.com

You will often see the words disapproval, judgment, and faults when you do a Google search on the definition of the word criticism. Many people believe that offering constructive criticism helps improve and build relationships - whether personal or professional. With the negative words associated with the word criticism, why are we surprised that many relationships fail to achieve their goal of finding solutions to the challenges they encounter?   Today, I share what appreciation is and how it is related to criticism. I discuss the big distinction between complaints and criticism, how to test yourself to know if you’re being critical, and the difference between judging-type questions and learning-type questions. I share stories of how criticism creeps up in my own personal relationships, how I ‘dial down’ my inner critic, and how it impacts your external behaviors and criticism. I also share the formula for resolving differences, what relationship hygiene is and the relevance of doing it, and how your habits affect your ability to be positive or negative in your relationships.   “Love does not survive critical judgements from a loved one.” - Pripo Teplitsky    This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   The difference between constructive criticism and constructive feedback. Why we need to wipe out criticism as much as possible. One defining aspect of criticism. Examples of critical statements versus statements of constructive complaint. Causes of relationship erosion between couples who have been together for many years. The difference between advice-giving and criticism. Why people do not change when criticized. How habits of criticism creep up in my marriage and how my wife and I handle these situations. How criticism fuels habitual anger. How to dial down the inner critic in you. The story of how I learned best through a coach who gave encouraging feedback, focused on the solution and positivity. How children interpret their parents’ constant criticism. What matters in a relationship - getting things done versus contributing to each other’s happiness and well-being. Different approaches when you desire to give unsolicited advice. Why it’s crucial to stick to one complaint at a time. What happens when you try to focus on more than one complaint per discussion. Why the transformational process is more significant than the resolution process. Why you should avoid discussions when you’re busy and stressed out. How to practice changing the way you think about the people in your life. The relevance of creating habits to be more positive, open, and curious.   Join Us for The Power of Appreciation Workshop for Couples   Join Pripo and his wife, Yvonne Rainbow Teplitsky, on Saturday, April 27, 2019, in Asheville, NC to learn the secrets of unlocking the Power of Appreciation in your relationships. Genuine appreciation, regardless of how simple or profound, has been proven to bring an immediate shift in the quality and closeness of loving relationships. The Power of Appreciation Workshop for Couples will teach you the necessary skills and fundamental process of enriching your relationship with your partner, deepening the connection, and enhancing the flow of positive.   To learn more about The Power of Appreciation Workshop for Couples, and to register, visit HeartShare Counseling & Consulting PC or call (828) 712-8398.   Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   Don’t forget to visit our website, join us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling and Relationships! Let’s Talk About It, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk   Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Podcraft. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Podcraft.com

Respect, trust, and honesty are some of the factors that contribute to a healthy relationship. But there is one essential ingredient in the success of any relationship that many do not consider - emotional intelligence. To be able to understand and identify your emotions. To manage them well as you respond to the emotions of others. That beats being the top performer in class or at work because these abilities allow you to impact one of the things that matter most in life - your relationships.   Today, I discuss what emotional intelligence (EQ) is and the impact that having a high EQ can make in your life and the people around you. I share tips on how to show emotional intelligence in various relationship aspects such as with partners, colleagues, and children. I explain how men can contribute to their relationships in a positive way when they understand and increase their EQ. I also share why self-awareness is crucial in developing emotional intelligence and why self-regulation is the most important thing you can do to make the world a better place.    “Developing emotional intelligence is the very first step to relationship success.” - Pripo Teplitsky    This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   What emotional intelligence is and why it is significant in relationships. The essential role that self-awareness plays in enhancing emotional intelligence. Why you need to have a good emotional vocabulary and the benefits of learning emotional words. What the “sacred pause” is and the importance of pausing when cultivating your emotional intelligence. How to increase your self-awareness. The significance of knowing what makes you tick. How to increase your capacity to self-regulate. The difference between being a doormat husband vs. accepting your partner’s influence. What the “Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse” are in relationships. Telltale signs that a man is resisting his wife’s influence. Why men may reject their partner’s influence. How a wife can increase the positivity in her marriage. The relationship between emotional intelligence and being a good leader at work. The greatest modeling parents can do to their children.    Resources Mentioned:   The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work book by John Gottman Emotional Intelligence book by Daniel Goleman   Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   Don’t forget to visit our website, join us on Facebook at HeartShare Counseling and Relationships! Let’s Talk About It, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcast page!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Podcraft. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Podcraft.com

Have you ever felt trapped in a conversation with someone who can’t seem to run out of things to say? You start to wonder when the monologue will end so you can carry on with your life and make the most out of your time. If bumping into a talkaholic feels like your time has been stolen from you, then it’s time to speak the truth and be authentic in your encounters.   In today’s episode, I explain the different factors that contribute to the making of a talkaholic. I share stories of my interactions with people who talk excessively as well as how I have experimented on my responses under those circumstances. I also share strategies you can use when dealing with talkaholics, including actual phrases you can practice and experiment with to discover the best way for you to handle these situations.   “Don’t have the fear to interrupt. Allow yourself to do that - experiment with interrupting.” - Pripo Teplitsky       This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   The declaration my wife made during a significant time in her life that inspired me to be more authentic in my conversations. How my siblings and I rescued each other from our talkaholic Uncle Harry. What makes a talkaholic. How Excessive Talking Disorder is a symptom of several mental, physical, and emotional health issues. The effect on talkaholics when they listen to another person. How people with genuine self-confidence and self-esteem respond in conversations. What an arrogant person thinks that causes him or her to keep on talking. The possible effect of having even one dominant parent at home. Why it’s crucial to know the cause of a talkaholic’s excessive talking. How to still have compassion while maintaining your boundaries. Steps to take when confronting a talkaholic. Good starter sentences when confronting a talkaholic at work and at home. Ways to help others be aware of and cope with their excessive talking. Defining what a conversation is. Expressions I use as a therapist that work well and bring about empathy from the other person. When to leave the conversation. What to do if you intend to stay and not confront the person. How to use your imagination as a way to deal with a talkaholic. What ‘mindfulness presence’ is and how to practice it. Questions to ask when talking with a talkaholic. How to experiment with interrupting. How to take advantage of the pause. How to deal with talkaholics if the person is someone you have a relationship with. What happens when you do not do something to take care of yourself and be authentic. Why five minutes is a good allotment for a back and forth conversation. How to condition each other through the back and forth continuity of your discussion. The story of how a female talkaholic trained herself to pause and give chance to others. Different ways to set boundaries.           Sponsored by Still Point Wellness   Still Point Wellness is Asheville’s premier spa experience. Enjoy effortless relaxation and rejuvenate your body through Still Point’s world-class services including Esalen Massage®, Salt Water Floatation also known as sensory deprivation, Cranial Sacral Therapy, and Somatic Psychology. Experience the healing powers of deep relaxation like never before!   Schedule your first appointment by visiting www.StillPointWell.comor call (828) 348-5372.   Mention the code:Pripoto receive 10% off your first Salt Water Floatation or Esalen Massage®!     Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It- the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review.   Don’t forget to visit our website, join us on Facebook at HeartShare Counselingand Relationships! Let’s Talk About It, and follow us on Twitterand Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   And if our content has helped you forge deeper connections and more meaningful relationships, be sure to help support the show by visiting our Support the Podcastpage!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk     Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Podcraft. You can create your own greatpodcast - faster and easier - at Podcraft.com.

The secret to love is kindness -- a very simple concept that many people tend to overlook. Take a closer look at your relationships, for example. When was the last time you made coffee for your husband or gave your wife a back rub?   When was the last time you were present and available to listen to what your children had to say?   When was the last time you did an unexpected good deed for someone you don’t know just because you want to be kind?   When was the last time you made a conscious effort to pay attention to your tone and attitude when expressing your feelings or a different point of view?   Today, I share how to be kind to the people in your relationships -- to your spouse, children, even to strangers. I explain the difference between being nice and being kind, the impact that a parent’s kindness can have on their children’s character, and the significance of being kind to yourself. I also emphasize the roles that your tone and body language play in showing kindness to others and yourself as well as some actionable tips on showing kindness to the people in your relationships.   “Research has shown that kindness along with emotional stability is the most important predictor of satisfaction and stability in a marriage.” - Pripo Teplitsky    This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   Why it is often hard for kindness to thrive. Why I believe people are not more kind to others. How being kind to yourself allows you to be more kind to others. Small acts of kindness you can do for yourself. Showing kindness by owning up to an unkind act. The best situation to practice kindness. Factors at the root of extreme niceness. The difference between being nice and being kind. How my wife has been a continuous inspiration of being kind to oneself. How openness, seeking positive attributes and giving them the benefit of the doubt are powerful signs of love and kindness. Telltale signs that you’re not kind in the relationship. The importance of your tone and intention. Why people can take your text messages the wrong way. Choosing between leaving a voicemail versus texting emotional content. Why you should make it a priority to spend time with your spouse. The “hypocrisy of kindness” parents are not aware they’re doing. How to show kindness through body language. An inspiring story about showing small acts of kindness to strangers. How the “little things” show small acts of kindness. How holding your tongue or holding back on things you want to say can be a small act of kindness. Quick tips on showing kindness to your spouse every day. One of the kindest acts a person can do. How being rude, hurtful, and mean destroys trust and intimacy in your relationships. Reflective questions parents can ask themselves to check if they are kind to their children. Things parents can do to show kindness to their children. The direct correlation between the parent’s kindness towards their children and having kind children. Why moving away from talkaholics is considered a kind act to yourself.   Resource Mentioned:   Diane A. Ross    Sponsored by Still Point Wellness   Still Point Wellness is Asheville’s premier spa experience. Enjoy effortless relaxation and rejuvenate your body through Still Point’s world-class services including Esalen Massage®, Salt Water Floatation also known as sensory deprivation, Cranial Sacral Therapy, and Somatic Psychology. Experience the healing powers of deep relaxation like never before!   Schedule your first appointment by visiting www.StillPointWell.comor call (828) 348-5372.   Mention the code:Pripoto receive 10% off your first Salt Water Floatation or Esalen Massage®!   Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It- the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review. Don’t forget to visit our website, join us on Facebook at HeartShare Counselingand Relationships! Let’s Talk About It, and follow us on Twitterand Instagram. Share your favorite episodes on social media to help others build better, more meaningful relationships.   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk   Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Podcraft. You can create your own greatpodcast - faster and easier - at Podcraft.com

As a licensed professional counselor, Pripo offers a diverse practice that balances the connection between mind, body, and spirit. He was a practicing massage and bodywork therapist for 18 years. He lived, studied and worked at the Esalen Institute, a renowned human potential learning center in Big Sur, CA, and is a certified Esalen massage practitioner. Pripo also teaches Professional Ethics courses and Somatic Psychology at the Asheville School of Massage and Yoga. His main goal is to help support people to live in their truth and authenticity. We discuss: 1. Pripo’s Podcast Relationships, Let’s Talk About It 2. Tapping into the body’s wisdom. 3. The intelligence of the heart. 4. EFT & Tapping Solutions 5. Self-Compassion, Self-Kindness, & Boundaries You can find Pripo Teplitsky at www.heartsharecounseling.com

There’s a common expression that says, “You wouldn’t want to marry yourself!” This expression sounds funny to many, but if you look closely, it expresses a deeper issue people face in relationships. Having differences is inevitable, but whether you choose to be accepting or critical, curious or judgmental, interested or disrespectful towards the other person makes the difference in the status of your relationships.   On this episode, I discuss the differences in people’s relationships and how to navigate them through real-life stories and examples. I emphasize the importance of the “how” versus the “what” when negotiating differences, the difference among needs, wants, and preferences as well as how to effectively communicate using these. I also explain how to train your mind to see traits you can like and appreciate about the other person and discuss the difference between a complaint and criticism as well as ways of dealing with differences in money, expectations, and non-negotiables.     “Differences call for understanding and negotiating.” - Pripo Teplitsky       This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   The wrong notion about compatibility being synonymous with similarity The role that differences play in relationships Why we choose somebody that’s different from us The essence of choosing well and carefully in partnerships How women typically choose men What to do when projecting expectations towards your partner The role that the foundational aspects of communication and connection play in your relationship Two vital learner type questions to ask yourself as you assess your response to your partner A story of a couple who didn’t think alike but loved alike The antidote to relationships who are facing problems regarding their differences Why disgust is one of the major poisons in relationships and examples of how we show it Redefining self-esteem in relationship negotiations The mystery of the wine colored French beret How the differences can be a tremendous gift in a person’s growth Examples of basic commonalities you don’t need to negotiate Questions to ask yourself when assessing your relationships Facing challenges regarding non-negotiables The power of appreciating somebody for who they are The difference between a complaint and a criticism Dealing with differences in money How to work through expectations       Sponsored by Still Point Wellness   StillPoint Wellness is Asheville’s premier spa experience. Enjoy effortless relaxation and rejuvenate your body through Still Point’s world-class services including Esalen Massage®, Salt Water Floatation also known as sensory deprivation, Cranial Sacral Therapy, and Somatic Psychology. Experience the healing powers of deep relaxation like never before!   Schedule your first appointment by visiting www.StillPointWell.com or call (828) 348-5372.   Mention the code: Pripo to receive 10% off your first Salt Water Floatation or Esalen Massage®!     Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review. Don’t forget to visit our website, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and share your favorite episodes on social media!   Theme music “These Streets” provided by Adi the Monk     Relationships! Let’s Talk About It is produced by Podcraft. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Podcraft.com

One of the most powerful ways of showing your love and deepening the connection of your relationships is through the power of appreciation. Research studies have shown that it takes at least five positive interactions in a relationship to every one negative interaction for a spouse, partner, or significant other to truly feel appreciated. Today, many couples struggle to share and receive deep appreciation - for a variety of reasons.   So, how can we strengthen the emotional connections we share with our loved ones? How do you begin showing your appreciation for the people around you if you’ve never been given a positive example to model and emulate?   On today’s episode, I explain how sharing your appreciation for those around you - as well as being open to receiving it - can impact the way we connect with others and the world around us. I explain how feeling appreciated can impact your health as well as your intimate relationship with your spouse and how the power of appreciation can impact a couple’s ability to communicate better, cope with challenging issues, and repair conflicts. I also share practical strategies you can use to begin improving your relationships through the power of appreciation.       “Appreciation is like the vitamins in a couple’s immune system.” - Pripo Teplitsky       This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   The importance of appreciating things in the moment - instead of waiting until it’s too late. The “Zap Out” technique and how it helps inspire and encourage feelings of appreciation. Why being authentic about your appreciation for others is critical for the receiver to feel appreciated. How feeling appreciated impacts your health and the “feel-good” hormones, oxytocin and serotonin. What is “The Couple Bubble” and how it impacts your personal How grounding the connection of your relationships in appreciation can help couples cope with challenges, communicate better, and repair conflicts. How giving and receiving appreciation can impact a couple’s intimacy and sexual desire. What is “Appreciation HeartShares,” how the exercise can be used to positivity impact your relationships, and why you should do it regularly. How focusing on negativity blocks your ability to show appreciation. Why parents should model appreciation for - and with - their children. Strategies for consistently practicing the art of appreciation. The impact of using positive interactions and endearing, loving names during moments of conflict. Why it’s critical to be specific when sharing your appreciation for others. How writing - and speaking - your appreciation for others can empower and deepen your relationship.         Sponsored by Still Point Wellness   Still Point Wellness is Asheville’s premier spa experience. Enjoy effortless relaxation and rejuvenate your body through Still Point’s world-class services including Esalen Massage®, Salt Water Floatation also known as sensory deprivation, Cranial Sacral Therapy, and Somatic Psychology. Experience the healing powers of deep relaxation like never before!   Schedule your first appointment by visiting www.StillPointWell.com or call (828) 348-5372.   Mention the code: Pripo to receive 10% off your first Salt Water Floatation and Esalen Massage®!     Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review. Don’t forget to visit our website, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and share your favorite episodes on social media!   Theme music provided by Adi the Monk  

One of the most common complaints in distressed marriages, partnerships, and relationships is that one - or both - people feel as though the other is not really listening to them. Mastering the art of listening is a critical component for improving your communication skills - and ultimately - your ability to deepen your connection with your partner and the people around you.   On today’s episode, I discuss the importance of honing your listening skills and how it can impact and improve your relationship with your partner as well as your friends, family, and colleagues. I explain what reflective listening is and how monitoring your self-talk can impact your ability to become a good listener for others. I also explain what it means to listen with empathy and how being present, curious, and interested in a conversation you are engaged in can impact the way the speaker feels as well as how it can help deepen the connection with them.       “Listening and empathy skills are the hallmarks of good communicators.” - Pripo Teplitsky       This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   What is “true listening?” How being authentically curious and interested in your partner impacts your listening skills. What it means to “listen with the ears of the heart.” How monitoring your self-talk during a conversation impacts your ability to be a present and empathetic listener. How to become a reflective listener. The difference between agreeing with the speaker vs. validating and acknowledging their experience and emotions. The importance of eye contact. Why it’s important to resist the temptation to engage your thoughts that might interrupt the speaker’s train of thought. Resisting the urge to fill moments of silence. The importance of being honest when you’re distracted during a conversation. Getting clear on what the speaker expects from the listener. The correlation between your listening skills and intimacy. How breathing impacts your ability to listen and be present in a conversation. How deep listening creates authentic connections between individuals and partners.       Join Us for The Power of Appreciation Workshop   Join Pripo and his beautiful wife, Yvonne Rainbow Teplitsky, on Sunday, November 11, 2018, in Asheville, NC to learn the secrets of unlocking the Power of Appreciation in your relationships. Genuine appreciation, regardless of how simple or profound, has been proven to bring an immediate shift in the quality and closeness of loving relationships. The Power of Appreciation Workshop will teach you the necessary skills and fundamental process of enriching your relationship with your partner, deepening the connection, and enhancing the flow of positive.   To learn more about The Power of Appreciation Workshop, and to register, visit HeartShare Counseling & Consulting PC or call (828) 712-8398.     Sponsored by Still Point Wellness   Still Point Wellness is Asheville’s premier spa experience. Enjoy effortless relaxation and rejuvenate your body through Still Point’s world-class services including Esalen Massage®, Salt Water Floatation also known as sensory deprivation, Cranial Sacral Therapy, and Somatic Psychology. Experience the healing powers of deep relaxation like never before!   Schedule your first appointment by visiting www.StillPointWell.com or call (828) 348-5372.   Mention the code: Pripo to receive 10% off your first Salt Water Floatation and Esalen Massage®!     Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review. Don’t forget to visit our website, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and share your favorite episodes on social media!   Theme music provided by Adi the Monk

Relationships are critical for creating a healthy, happy, and fulfilling life. They are all around us - from the people we interact with on a day-to-day basis to the animals and nature in our environment. Our relationships are built on the connections we forge with the people, places, and things in our life - whether that be the connections with our friends and family, our pets, or the emotional bonds we tie to items such as heirloom effects that have been passed down from generation to generation.   On today’s episode, I share who I am, my background, and why I decided to launch the Relationships! Let’s Talk About It podcast. I share what you can expect from each episode and guest conversation featured on the show as well as my intention to help more people forge deeper, more meaningful, and authentic relationships with those around them. I also explain what it truly means to build deep connections with your spouse or significant other as well as tips on how to forge more meaningful connections within your relationships.    “You cannot connect with somebody else if you are disconnected from yourself.” - Pripo Teplitsky     This week on Relationships! Let’s Talk About It:   The impact that building connections can have on your relationships. How being authentic and vulnerable leads to creating deeper connections and more meaningful relationships. How your self-worth and self-compassion impacts the connections you forge with those around you. The impact of creating eye-contact while building connections and relationships. How hand-holding creates a deeper connection with your spouse or significant other. The role that compatibility plays on your relationships. The importance of listening and being present with your partner. The impact that playing and participating in fun activities with your partner can have on your connection and relationship. How showing appreciation of yourself and those around you helps develop stronger bonds throughout your relationships.    Sponsored by StillPoint Wellness   StillPoint Wellness is Asheville’s premier spa experience. Enjoy effortless relaxation and rejuvenate your body through Still Point’s world-class services including Esalen Massage®, Salt Water Floatation, also known as sensory deprivation, Cranial Sacral Therapy, and Somatic Psychology. Experience the healing powers of deep relaxation like never before!   Schedule your first appointment by visiting www.StillPointWell.com or call (828) 348-5372.   Mention the code: Pripo to receive 10% off your first Salt Water Floatation and Esalen Massage®!   Let’s Talk About It!   Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Relationships! Let’s Talk About It - the show to help you forge deeper, more meaningful connections and relationships with those around you. If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating and review. Don’t forget to visit our website, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and share your favorite episodes on social media!   Theme music provided by Adi the Monk