Asking For A Friend with TalkDoc

In this episode we deep dive into the professional world of communication with NFL Agent, Molly McManimie. From her undergrad in Communication Studies to her Doctorate in Law, Molly continues to put in “the work” personally and professionally. Listen as she shares her own definition of success and how she trades comfort for growth (TC4G) on a daily basis.    Music by epidemic sound.

We all know nobody’s perfect - including TalkDoc, Meredith, and Teighlor.  So we thought what better way to celebrate our 3 Month-A-Versary than by sharing some entertaining imperfections in a blooper reel.  We hope you enjoy this podcast of outtakes as much as we enjoy putting together the show in spite of - or maybe because of our do-overs.

In this episode we explore the meaning of phubbing (phone snubbing). Have you ever had someone pick up their phone mid-conversation? Is this normal or are we addicted to the brick in our pocket? Cell phones may bring us closer to those far from us yet take us further from those next to us. Research shows that in situations where our phones are constantly accessible perceived relationship satisfact...

In this episode we talk about subjects we “shouldn’t” talk about, a.k.a taboo topics. Talkdoc brings us up to speed with the reasons we avoid these topics. There’s lots of reasons we don’t talk about things but the key is to start thinking about what those are and where they come from. Some people in our lives can support tough topics and some cannot. Remember to carefully navigate whom we share o...

Do you have stories you tell yourself rattling around in your head about the thoughts, feelings, motivations and behaviors of those you care about?  Have you convinced yourself you know what you need to know? Are you sure you know whether the story is made up or whether it’s true? The stories we create, can create problems for ourselves and others. In this episode of “Asking For A Friend,” find ou...

In this episode Shardasia LeDay, Social Worker and entrepreneur invites us into the difficult roads she’s walked through with her incarcerated father. She describes how forgiveness and reconciliation have shaped her and her relationship with him. Research shows us forgiveness and reconciliation are about choice. But how do we do it? As Shardasia reminds us, many people will focus on how things can...

Have you ever done something you felt was unforgivable? Have you felt unworthy of forgiveness when it was offered to you? Do you freely extend forgiveness to others but withhold it from yourself? In this episode we talk about the critical steps to accepting forgiveness when it is offered and what it means to forgive yourself even if it isn’t. Listen in and discover the keys you hold to unlocking t...

In this episode we focus on tools for forgiving others. Ugh, forgiveness is messy. We hear examples of people doing the work and find the path of forgiveness can take ordinary people on extraordinary journeys. TalkDoc describes 4 phases to guide us through this work: uncover, decide, work and discover.  Research warns us the danger of conditional forgiveness. You know...that  “if” condition to ear...

This week we unpack the myths of forgiveness.  The world tries to convince us forgiveness is weak, minimizes justice and over simplifies the work it takes among other frustrating ideas. We wrestle with how these myths have effected our own paths to forgiveness. The real work of forgiveness is discovering how to set ourselves free and how we hold our own keys to freedom. Don’t forget, rumination is...

Katie Masters, a former student of TalkDoc, takes the guest seat on “Asking For A Friend” this week. She shares her TC4G journey to create her company, Nail Thoughts, and what she’s learned about starting a successful nail artist business.  Listen and learn from Katie about what worked for her, what didn’t, and what motivated her to cross the bridge between dreaming and doing. Music by epidemic so...

In this episode we look for the good around us via the language of compliments. Research shows that compliments positively contribute to our relational health. However, back handed compliments can have an equally opposite effect. TalkDoc gives us framework for how to make space with compliments both for others and within ourselves. So how do you desire to be seen? Do you take time to study the peo...

In this episode TalkDoc teaches us about the effects of bickering. We’ve all done it and we’ve all disliked it when we’ve experienced it. So how do we curb this? This week we confess our own bickering habits, what it feels like to witness it and why it gets us nowhere. Bonus, research shows the more we improve this communication area the quicker our bodies heal! Don’t forget to let us know your TC...

In this episode, we discuss a tough communication challenge...Stonewalling. TalkDoc walks us through the analogy of Stonewalling as a warning light on our relationship dashboard. It’s time we unlearn the habit of leaving the light on too long so the whole engine (i.e. relationship) doesn’t break down. Join our carpool ride hosted by Dr. Pamela Kreiser (along with Teighlor Polendo and Meredith Edwa...

In this episode, we navigate the communication art of Reframing and how actively pursuing “reframe” can help us reevaluate events in our lives. Remember, beware the beast of comparison. TalkDoc walks us through powerful and learned tools that help shift our mindsets from fixed to growth. Even Michael Jordan has felt the sting of failure but his growth mindset helped him “reframe” and move into mor...

In this episode, we dive into cultural differences of apologies, twisted apologies, and non-apologies. Taking responsibility is hard work, no matter who we are or where we come from. We also explore elements of a good apology and discover what the receiver is really listening for. Hint hint: a good apology isn’t about “you.” Music by epidemic sound.

In this episode, we learn how defensive language (in trusting relationships) can stop our conversations and relationship development. We explore three ways to trade comfort for growth (TC4G) through acknowledging our own bad habit, as well as learn why perceived threats can be so hard to shake. Music by epidemic sound.

In this episode, we learn why the message received is the one that counts. We discuss why what we “intend” does not always equal the impact of our messages. Also, does everything said mean something? Or can some things we say be meaningless? Music by epidemic sound.

Meet the Asking For A Friend podcast team in this introductory episode! Dr. Pamela Kreiser, Meredith Edwards, and Teighlor Polendo discuss the purpose of the podcast and what to expect in future episodes. Music by epidemic sound.