Trust is easily eroded in relationships. Of course big ticket betrayals such as affairs or not showing up when you’re partner goes through a major illness can cause tremendous breaches of the trust between partners. But more mundane, everyday events can erode trust as well. Events such as staying out late and not calling to […]
11 Deepening Intimacy in Relationships
Want to deepen closeness and intimacy in your relationship? The biggest complaint I get as a therapist is that partners don’t feel as connected as they would like. In this episode you will learn about the different kinds of intimacy and how to deepen the overall sense of intimacy and closeness in your relationship. Intimacy […]
10 Open, Kink, Poly & Alt-Sex in Relationships
Maybe you’ve heard that open relationships are trending. Maybe you read or watched Fifty Shades of Grey and are interested in kink. The alt-sex world is getting more attention than ever. Whether you’re interested in the alt-sex lifestyle or not, this episode will teach you about non-traditional relationships and how to begin exploring your sexuality […]
09 Spiritual Growth in Relationship
Relationship is a process of spiritual growth. We have an opportunity as we grow, learn and mature in relationship to deepen our existential sense of self and of life. Growing and learning as a person through the demands of relationship tends to improve relationships themselves, but can also lead to the development of wisdom, patience, resilience […]
08 Carrie Contey – Parenting while Thriving
Most parents come to accept the sleepless nights and packed schedules. But often enough, parents overlook the toll that this can take on their adult relationships. The stress of parenting can make adult relationships difficult, but it can also provide an opportunity for parents to come together and strengthen their relationship, depending on how they […]
07 Tori Olds PhD – Being our True Self in Relationships
Having an amazing, rockstar relationship is more than just growing closer as a couple, it’s also about being your full true self in the relationship. Relationships need to make room for each person to be their unique, quirky self in order for the relationship to thrive and for each partner to feel happy. Did you […]
06 Maja Kermath – #MeToo & Patriarchy in Relationships
Do you have a #MeToo experience? Man or woman, you’d be surprised how power dynamics that we all grow up with affect our most important relationships. It’s not about shaming men (here at Ready Set Love®, we cover same sex relationships as well, and many men are also victims of sexual harassment and assault). It’s […]
05 Developing Presence with your Partner
“I feel disconnected from you.” “I feel like you don’t want to spend time with me.” When these feelings start to pop up, what your relationship is missing is presence. Presence is a foundational element of building a rockstar relationship. It’s what provides your partner with a sense of security knowing that the most important […]
04 Jay Papasan – Working ON the Relationship Instead of In It
Are you and your partner striving for the same goals in your relationship? Do you know how you want your partnership to feel? The quality of your relationship affects every area of your life. If it’s on a solid footing, you can persevere through the challenges, and if it’s on rocky ground, even your confidence […]
03 Allana Pratt – Vulnerability is the New Sexy
Vulnerability… It’s normally something we try to avoid but when embraced it can lead to greater connections. Intimacy expert Allana Pratt knows that sex is sacred, bodies are temples and true intimacy begins inside. This classy, sexy, Ivy League single mom is a captivating storyteller, international best selling author, gifted coach & sought after media […]
02 It’s Not About Communication
People say that communication is THE MOST important part of a strong relationship… I disagree! When it comes down to having a great relationship with your partner, communication is often cited as the holy grail. But connection is essential to have great communication. If you understand the connection system you don’t need a lot of […]
01 Welcome to the Ready Set Love Podcast!
Welcome to the first ever episode of the Ready Set Love podcast! Want a better, stronger relationship? Want to find the right partner and develop a great relationship? This podcast is for you! Therapist John Howard takes you through the A to Z of having an awesome, rockstar relationship using the very latest science. He […]