Empowered Relationship Podcast: Your Relationship Resource And Guide

Jayson Gaddis – Chief relationship geek and host of the Smart Couple Podcast is the breakthrough marriage and relationship teacher for smart, successful, people. He was emotionally constipated for years before relationship failure drove him into a corner where he had no where to go but face his demons. From there Jayson was determined to overcome his blocks to intimacy and self-sabotage in relatio...

YOU SAY "NO" ALL OF THE TIME. Any time you make a choice, you say "yes" to something and "no" to something else. Even if you are not overtly saying "no", you are still choosing out of certain relationships and activities, while choosing in on others. THE DOWNSIDE OF ALWAYS TRYING TO PLEASE YOUR PARTNER. In relationship, you will experience times when your partner wants something different from wha...

HOW TO USE THE END OF THE YEAR AS AN OPPORTUNITY TO GET MORE ALIGNED With the new year approaching, it is common to anticipate making changes with new ideas and goals. Some people set new years resolutions and other people focus on setting intentions. As the year comes to a close, it can be an excellent time to reflect on the past year and review. Did you make decisions to support your values and...

Last week I talked about  How To Gain Self-Confidence In Relationship . I discussed the positive cycle between assertiveness and self-confidence. The more you can assert yourself the more self-confident you will be. Just as the more self-confident you are the more assertive you will be. 5 REASONS WHY WE AVOID BEING ASSERTIVE IN A RELATIONSHIP While we might agree with the concept of being assertiv...

For years, I have been talking with clients about the important balance between assertiveness and consideration. Many times, people are too afraid to assert themselves because they have fear of seeming mean, domineering, or controlling. Yet, if you do not assert yourself at all, it is likely you will feel unhappy with your partner and within your relationship. BALANCED ASSERTIVENESS When  coaching...

Relationships sometimes fail or end. When they do, it's easy to doubt whether or not you are doomed to be unhappy in love. Recently, a listener submitted a question, "Is it possible to have a successful ...

JEALOUSY IN MARRIAGE AND LOVE RELATIONSHIPS   Mali Apple and Joe Dunn are authors, coaches, lovers, and best friends. Their bestselling book,  The Soulmate Experience: A Practical Guide to Creating Extraordinary Relationships  has helped thousands of people around the world create relationships that are deeply connected emotionally, spiritually, and sexually. The sequel,  The Soulmate Lover: A Gui...

COMPETING IN A RELATIONSHIP Competition is wonderful in many ways. However, when we get stuck in habitual patterns of a competitive mindset, it can bring stress and strain to our lives and romantic relationships. A competitive mindset assumes limited resources and opportunities, resulting in an "I have to get mine" attitude. Being in a competitive mindset can lead to a survival mentality. You begi...

OVERCOMING FEAR IN RELATIONSHIPS   As a former US Air Force Captain, Bryan Reeves has now become an internationally renowned blogger, life and relationship coach and public speaker after hurling himself into the transformational fires of intimate relationships over and over and over again. With a Masters Degree in Human Relations and massive insight gleaned through countless adventures, Bryan now...

GOOD INTENTIONS IN A RELATIONSHIP   Stuart Fensterheim, LCSW has been a couples counselor for over 30 years. He graduated with a Master of Social Work in 1985 from the University of Maryland and specializes with couples using EFT. He believes that with a power of love and relationships as the basis of all of our happiness, and without a connected relationship, people suffer in their lives. Stuart'...

Last week, I talked about  Why Criticism Is So Painful In Relationship  and why criticism is so problematic. I addressed what is happening when we get stuck in cycles of criticism and defensiveness in your love relationship. Today, I talk about How To Shift Criticism Into Powerful Communication, and I have two resources to give to you. (These are Show Notes:  Be sure to listen to the episode to he...

CONSTANT CRITICISM IN RELATIONSHIP IS SO PAINFUL Most of us know that criticism is not the best behavior to use when relating to our significant others. Yet, we still struggle with it and resorting to the approach when we're unhappy. When we feel challenged by something, it is easy to address the issue by complaining or criticizing. In this podcast, I provide explanations why we criticize the ones...

Getting a "no" can be incredibly painful as it can bring up rejection issues in relationships. In this podcast episode, you will learn what happens when you get a frequent "no" in a love relationship and how you can deal with that "no" in a more healthy and non-threatening way. (Show Notes:  Be sure to listen to the episode to hear stories, examples, and more tips.) WHAT IS A "NO?" Emotionally che...

LISTENING IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP Applying listening skills in an intimate relationship is not realistic in every moment you are together. However, if you can show up for your partner on occasion (especially when they have strong feelings about something) then this type of deep listening can transform the quality of your relationship, helping you feel closer, connected, and more intimate. It's easy t...

HOW TO BALANCE WORK AND LOVE LIFE   These are my podcast show notes:  Be sure to listen to the episode to hear stories, examples, and more tips. Last week, I interviewed  Dr. Jenev Caddell , She specializes in helping entrepreneurs balance work and relationships. She talked about the importance of making your relationship a priority, especial during busy work times. Today, I would like to share a...

BALANCING WORK AND RELATIONSHIPS   These are my podcast show Notes.  Be sure to listen to the episode to hear stories, examples, and more tips. Dr. Jenev Caddell is a love & success coach and clinical psychologist who helps entrepreneurs be happier in love. She believes that entrepreneurs are responsible for changing the world, and with rock solid relationships, they can do this even more effectiv...

OVERCOMING LIFE CHALLENGES AND DIFFICULT TIMES   These are my podcast show notes.  Be sure to listen to the episode to hear stories, examples, and more tips. Bruce Van Horn is a dad, bestselling author, speaker, thought leader, transformational life coach, business owner, marathon runner, and cancer conqueror. He is also the host of "Life Is A Marathon," a popular internet radio show (podcast) wit...

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN MEN AND WOMEN THAT MAKE RELATIONSHIP CHALLENGING. These are my podcast show notes.  Be sure to listen to the episode to hear stories, examples, and more tips. Kathryn Foster, Ph. D. is a psychologist in private practice in Ft Worth, Texas. With a masters degree in marriage family counseling and a Ph. D. in Psychology, she has practiced psychotherapy for 27 years. She is also th...

HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR RELATIONSHIP   These are my podcast show notes.  Be sure to listen to the full episode to hear stories, examples, and more tips. On the episode, I mentioned a free gift for how to improve your relationship. Click on the button below to get my free Ebook. SEND ME A FREE GUIDE THIS PODCAST EPISODE IS A RESPONSE TO A QUESTION ASKED BY KEN, A LISTENER: "If you struggle with what th...

HOW TO KEEP THE SPARK IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP These are my podcast show notes.  Be sure to listen to the episode to hear stories, examples, and more tips. Experts in sexual energy + long-lasting committed partnerships, Drs. Rob + Janelle Alex, Ph. D. are mentoring couples around the globe. They are best selling authors, speakers, and hosts of the Mission Date Night podcast. Being passionate about the...

COMMON MARRIAGE ISSUES PART II These are my podcast show notes.  Be sure to listen to the full episode to hear stories, examples, and more tips. Over the last several weeks, I have been addressing a listener's question. She essentially asked, "What do you do when you have gotten into a pattern of not avoiding the  Nine Destructive Behaviors  in relationship conflict? Also, how do you deal with pas...

COMMON MARRIAGE ISSUES These are my podcast show notes.  Be sure to listen to the full episode to hear stories, examples, and more tips. Over the last few weeks, I have been addressing a listener's question. She basically asked, "What do you do when you have gotten into a pattern of not avoiding the  Nine Destructive Behaviors  in relationship conflict? Also, how do you deal with past hurts in thi...

HOW TO GET WHAT YOU WANT IN A RELATIONSHIP These my  Empowered Relationship  podcast show notes.  Be sure to listen to the full episode to hear stories, examples, and more tips. Dr. Corey Allen and I had a great conversation talking about  Asking For What You Want & Getting It . Dr. Corey Allen  is a husband, father, author, speaker, as well as a Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Profes...

HOW TO OVERCOME HURT IN A RELATIONSHIP These are my  Empowered Relationship  podcast show notes.  Be sure to listen to the full episode to hear stories, examples, and more tips. Over the last few weeks, I have been addressing a listener's question. She essentially asked, "What do you do when you have gotten into a pattern of not avoiding the  Nine Destructive Behaviors  in relationship conflict? A...

"What do you do when you have gotten into a pattern of not avoiding the  Nine Destructive Behaviors  in relationship conflict?" Most people can remember a time when they did or said something during a conflict that they did not feel good about. Unfortunately, it is all too easy to react and find yourself behaving unskillfully. Furthermore, we all go through the  power struggle phase  in relationsh...