In this episode, Dr. Stan Tatkin and I discuss the importance of PRACTICING relationship skills with your partner so that you can most effectively improve the health and satisfaction of your relationship. Research has proven that it is the practice of skills, even more than the discussion of issues, that helps couples communicate better, stay […]
43 Addiction in Relationships
Who is responsible for the recovery of a person with an addiction? Is it the afflicted person? Their therapist? Their partner? My guest, psychiatrist and addiction specialist Dr. Daniel Hochman would say all three! In fact, although addiction can strain intimate relationships, it is often the addict’s partner who can make the biggest positive impact […]
41 The Why, How, What of Relationships
In this episode, you will learn John’s take on the Why, How and What of relationships. The inspiration for this structure comes from Simon Sinek’s book, Start With Why, which helps us feel the relevance of things, like business projects. John’s Why, How and What for relationships can help you build a more connected and […]
29 Raising Smart Kids with Jeff Sandefer
Entrepreneur Jeff Sandefer discusses how to help your kids be resilient, creative thinkers, and curious learners. He discusses why he created the Acton Academy, a cutting-edge K-12 school that utilizes Socratic learning, the hero’s journey, and real-world projects to help each student find and cultivate their unique genius. We also talk about Jeff’s own experiences […]
22 The Secret Life of Emotions
Tune in for a quick-start guide to understanding your emotions, labeling them, and then communicating them with the people in your life. Many people see their emotions as an inconvenience and fail to understand them as the powerful tools that they are. When you master these techniques, you’ll be able to harness the connecting power of […]
21 How To Solve The Pursuer-Distancer Maze
In many relationships, one partner feels like they have to beg for attention and affection while the other feels like they just can’t get any alone time. One partner feels neglected and the other feels pressured to say and do more. This can be really annoying! It even happens when both partners are committed to […]
19 Secrets From A Pro
This episode will teach you how to have your needs met more effectively in relationship. You’ll learn the most effective way to express your needs to your partner, why neediness in relationship is actually a good thing, and the 4 myths that prevent people from getting what they need. I notice that many of my […]
16 How To Be Attractive
What does it mean to be attractive? Does it mean you have perfect washboard abs and pearly white teeth? Does it mean you have a high-powered job and drive an expensive car? Or is attractiveness something less superficial? It can be confusing navigating relationships when standards of attractiveness vary so wildly. We can become anxious […]
14 How to Handle an Affair
Whether or not you’ve experienced an affair, knowing how to deal with one can teach us to be better in general at handling trust in relationships as it relates to sex, romance, flirting, etc. As a result, this episode will be helpful to anyone who is currently in relationship. In this episode, I share an […]
12 How to Repair Trust in Relationships w Mojo
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]