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Feeling tension in your relationship but unsure how to address it? In this episode, Dr. Diana and Yoshee dive into the ever-present challenge of resentment in marriages and partnerships. We packed this episode with practical advice, humor, and real-life anecdotes to help you navigate the ups and downs of managing relationships with your partner and kids. Resentment doesn’t have to drive a wedge in...

Happy New Year and we're back. It's been some time. Lot's of lif'ing has been going on, and so, we are in our zone discussing the art of decluttering your life and your mind . Some of the highlights in this episode: Why a decluttered space is a happier space How to keep household items in check (yes, even that endless pile of laundry) Tips for getting the whole family involved without losing your...

Holidays and celebrations are a time for joy, but they can also be a time of disappointment. One of the biggest things that used to stress me out about the holidays was all the expectations I had for myself and for others. I would expect I needed to be happy, laughing, joyful the whole day or the day was a disappointment. And I would expect my family would give me reasons to feel all of those thin...

Change is gonna happen. Some good, some not. It's one guarantee in life.  How you approach it will make all the difference. Let's chat about perspectives that can help make change a little easier to navigate in our lives.   To learn more about the adventures of Dr. Diana and Comedian Yoshee , reach out on the following: Follow the FTJ Podcast on Facebook Connect w/ Dr. Diana for a complimentary co...

It's the holidays, and you are going to be spending more time than usual with the kids, so it's the perfect time to work on being present in your time together. 'Presence' is not one of the well-known love languages, but it's one that can have far-reaching benefits for kids. Studies have shown that children thrive more when they feel like they are getting attention and love from you. It's not alwa...

Relationships are a beautiful, wonderful thing....but through the hectic-ness of life, it can also be difficult to stay connected to your partner. However, if you are willing to put in the work and apply these four tips, you can stay connected and make your relationship easier and more fun! We recently attended Yoshee's parents' 50th wedding anniversary celebration. They shared a couple of amazing...

After a wild couple of months, we decided on a fun and adventurous excursion to a place we've never been. We learned a lot about our selves, our kids and our tolerance levels. Join us on this episode as we discuss the adventures of our traveling family and the lessons learned from the entire ordeal. To learn more about the adventures of Dr. Diana and Comedian Yoshee , reach out on the following: F...

Does an 11 o'clock appointment with someone actually mean 11 or is 11:15 ok? Do you and your partner differ on how you think about time? Are you the late one who thinks time is a suggestion? Or the on-time partner who thinks time is a commitment? Either way- you have to interact, deal with, or maybe even be married to someone who manages their time differently. Listen in to this fun conversation a...

Comparison is part of human nature... and so are washboards abs (based on social media). We are sure you have compared, will compare, and will keep comparing your 're accomplishments and capabilities against someone else. We all do it. But it doesn't mean you have to go into stress and despair. There is a way to actually use comparing to your advantage. Listen to this episode to find out how compa...

Gratitude is scientifically proven to help you and make you happier. And who doesn't believe science?....Wait, we shouldn't open that can of worms! In this episode, we share ten fun ways to practice gratitude in your everyday life. Trust us, you want to do this. Why? Because being grateful has been shown to improve your mood, extend your life, and find more meaning in your everyday world. It is no...

Happy 2022! The new year is a time for change and hope and possibility... but when that doesn't happen, it can also be a time for disappointment. It’s easy to make resolutions and then fall off or forget about them. Trust us, we all want to meet Oprah this year but if we aren't working towards it, we won't be getting an invitation to sit with Steadman and her puppies. If you've stayed on track in...

We feel good, we feel bad, we feel happy, we feel sad. Emotions don't always feel as simple as this nursery rhyme, but when we learn to work through them, we have a better time. We couldn't resist!!! Our feelings are drivers of our actions and on this episode we break down why it can be a struggle to feel your feelings, how it affects our daily grind and how to process them. To learn more about th...

We all wanna wake up in the morning feeling like P.Diddy (go ahead and finish singing that song before you read on.) This episode is how to make it happen. There are a few key things to decide each morning to set your day up for success. You can either sit back and let your day happen to you OR you can decide how amazing of a day you want to have. Listen in to learn more. To learn more about the a...

First comes love, then comes marriage. You think you've figured it out and then comes a baby carriage!!! Once you introduce kids, things can definitely change, especially our focus and attention. You once had all of your partner's attention, time, and googly eyes but now with kids, things are different. In this episode, we discuss 4 key ways to keep the marriage thriving while being awesome indivi...

You may have heard about this idea of 'being more present. So you try it and you find you can focus your brain to only think about what's in front of you for 4.6 seconds! The Tik Tok videos are entertaining...we dance to them too. Distractions are everywhere, including our own thoughts, worries, and to-do lists. But there are ways to strengthen your 'Being Present' muscle so you can be in the curr...

In this episode, we talk with our special guest Dr. Sharon McLaughlin, MD about her experience and interest in recognizing and combating job burnout. Burnout is defined as a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion. In the workplace it can occur when you feel overwhelmed, overworked, under-appreciated, or without purpose, to name a few. It's becoming more and more talked about and we th...

I don't love what I'm doing but I don't have any other ideas so I'll just keep doing it.....Sound familiar? So often we stay stuck in the comfort zone in an arena we don't love because the idea of finding and chasing our purpose sounds lofty, abstract, or just plain unknown. In this episode we uncover what things make up your purpose and how to discover what yours is. It all starts with this brain...

Its a New Year and a New You! You have plans of becoming the greatest thing tik tok has ever seen. Woohoo!(Hashtag lifegoals.) No matter how big or small your goals are, we want you to accomplish them. In fact, we know you can! Listen in to this week's episode for 5 tips to help you on your goal journey! Enjoy this episode! To learn more about the adventures of Dr. Diana and Comedian Yoshee, reach...

Your significant other would be just perfect as long as you could change that one annoying thing about them...and that other thing...and other thing. Maybe she leaves the kitchen cabinets open, or gets home late without texting first, or doesn't put a new toilet paper back on the roll. Annoying and Frustrating traits. Yes. We understand. But if you just keep fuming on the inside about your partner...

What is it that you TRULY want? Do you want to be in a successful job? In a loving relationship? You want that Netflix Special- great! amazing! wonderful!....so....have you paused to imagine what that really looks and feels like? On this episode we share how to dream and how to build a roadmap to get to that dream. It may sound crazy but when you learn how to have conversations with your future se...

We switched some things up for this episode and decided to have some impromptu-fun. It's a way for you all to get to know us better.....and us to get to know us better.... AND (if you try these questions at home) you to get to know your partner better. Listen in to hear about chasing dreams, jumping off cliffs (kinda), and our least favorite chores. Enjoy this episode! To learn more about the adve...

You is smart...you is kind...you is important. And Mister Rogers would be very proud. Having the self confidence to prioritize and fill you self-worth pie is no small feat. We discuss the self worth pie and eat a little bit of it metaphorically. Enjoy this episode! To learn more about the adventures of Dr. Diana and Comedian Yoshee, reach out on the following: FTJ Podcast: www.facebook.com/ftjpodc...

Between coronavirus and the elections , the air is buzzing with all kinds of emotions, fear, anxiety, frustration to name a few. Join us as we talk about the thoughts creating these feelings and some things we are doing to help get through this time in a calmer state. Enjoy this episode! To learn more about the adventures of Dr. Diana and Comedian Yoshee, reach out on the following: FTJ Podcast: w...

It's normal to disagree. It is! Just because you chose your partner and love your partner, does not mean you are going to agree on everything. That's totally normal. The question is- when you disagree, how do you approach it? Here's a few ways we approach our disagreements so we can fight fair, come to a resolution, and bounce back up with no hangover feelings or resentment. Enjoy this episode! To...

Friends!!! How many of us have them? It was so easy in grade school when you could just say 'Hey, check 'Yes' if you want to be my friend', but that's not an option as you get older! We could try to bring the checkbox back, but until then, listen in on this episode as we give you some tips on how to make friends as a grown-ass adult!. Mister Roger's would be happy with your efforts and so are we....