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Dr. Timothy Loving with Luvze shares research covering why we like some people but dislike others Episode 1546: Why Do We Like Some People but Dislike Others? By Dr. Timothy Loving Luvze was founded on the premise that relationships are a central part of life and that our understanding of relationships benefits from research and scientific evidence. They also believe this information is most benef...

Rachel Trotta shares tips for a healthy Thanksgiving. Episode 1545: Tips for a Healthy Thanksgiving by Rachel Trotta Rachel Trotta is a certified personal trainer, fitness nutritionalist, and health writer living in Red Bank, New Jersey, and helping clients all over the world. She loves helping women transform their habits and their relationships to themselves, to help them achieve long-lasting re...

Liz Higgins with The Gottman Institute helps you navigate the holidays with your in-laws Episode 1544: How to Navigate the Holidays With Your In-Laws by Liz Higgins The Gottman Institute understands that the human family is in crisis, and that all individuals are capable of and deserve compassion. It is their mission to reach out to families in order to help create and maintain greater love and he...

Brianna Harry of YeMash shares two short posts covering anxious attachment and knowing who you are Episode 1543: Anxiously Attached AND To Know Who You Are by Briana Harry YeMash is a private publishing group; currently in its early stages. At the core of all content published, shared, and promoted by YeMash are the principles of expressing truth, exuding positive energy, and living as your honest...

Crystal Karges talks about how to get a child to eat when they refuse. This is part 2 of 2.  Episode 1542: [Part 2] How to Get a Child to Eat When They Refuse: Does Encouragement Help? By Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy...

Crystal Karges talks about how to get a child to eat when they refuse. This is part 1 of 2.  Episode 1541: [Part 1] How to Get a Child to Eat When They Refuse: Does Encouragement Help? By Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy...

Sara Stanizai of Prospect Therapy shares insight on the effects of impostor syndrome Episode 1540: What is Impostor Syndrome and How Does it Affect People Like Me? By Sara Stanizai Prospect Therapy is an LGBTQ+ affirming psychotherapy practice that offers quality mental health services to individuals, couples, children and families. Their guiding principles are integrity, generosity and enthusiasm...

Leo Babauta of Zen Habits talks about creating the genuine connections we long for Episode 1539: Creating the Genuine Connections We Long For by Leo Babauta Leo Babauta created Zen Habits, which is about finding simplicity and mindfulness in the daily chaos of our lives. It's about clearing the clutter so we can focus on what's important, create something amazing, find happiness. The original post...

Rebecca Crespo of Minimalism Made Simple shares an essential guide on how to let go of someone. Episode 1538: An Essential Guide on How to Let Go of Someone by Rebecca Crespo Rebecca is a New York native living in Spain. She started her journey of minimal living 3 years ago, when she decided to leave the soul-sucking corporate world and fit only her essential items into a small red carry-on, to fu...

Tyler Tervooren of Riskology.co shares a negotiation process he uses to lower monthly bills. Episode 1537: The 5-Step Negotiation Process I Use To Lower My Monthly Bills By 25% by Tyler Tervooren Tyler is a serial entrepreneur, the founder of Riskology, former co-producer of the World Domination Summit – an annual event for free-thinkers and non-conformists, and has completed a marathon on every c...

Charlotte Hosier with Tiny Buddha reminds us that we don't have to adjust who we are to please others Episode 1536: You Don’t Have to Adjust Who You Are to Please Others by Charlotte Hosier Tiny Buddha has been helping people heal, grow, and find peace since 2009. The site features stories and insights from people of all ages, from all over the globe. For daily wisdom, follow Tiny Buddha on Twitte...

Shana Olmstead talks about establishing authentic connection with your partner Episode 1535: From Advice to Authentic Connection by Shana Olmstead Shana Olmstead's passion and life's work is connecting with people and helping them to believe the best about themselves. Her own process of spiritual awakening 15 years ago, and the personal transformation she has had since then has helped her to under...

Emma Scheib of Simple Slow Lovely shares two short posts covering why parents need sabbaticals and how her children are teaching her to be present Episode 1534: Parents Need Sabbaticals, Too AND My Children Are Teaching Me How to Be Present by Emma Scheib Emma is a self-confessed introvert who craves the simple and slow things in life. She loves to run, read, and write. She is blessed to be wife t...

Kate Brierly with Healthline talks about the ins and outs of co-parenting Episode 1533: Co-Parenting: Learning to Work Together, Whether or Not You Are Together by Kate Brierly How you feel affects every precious day of your life. Healthline understands that, which is why they're committed to being your most trusted ally in your pursuit of health and well-being. You can depend on Healthline to pro...

Elana Miller of Zen Psychiatry shares her thoughts on human nature. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1532: [Part 2] On Human Nature by Elana Miller Elana Miller is a psychiatrist based out of Los Angeles, California. She loves to write, read, and make music. Elana received her B.A. in psychology at Harvard University before studying at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern Californ...

Elana Miller of Zen Psychiatry shares her thoughts on human nature. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1531: [Part 1] On Human Nature by Elana Miller Elana Miller is a psychiatrist based out of Los Angeles, California. She loves to write, read, and make music. Elana received her B.A. in psychology at Harvard University before studying at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern Californ...

Steven Zawila with Introvert Dear shares 6 reasons why dating an introvert is better, even for extroverts. Episode 1530: 6 Reasons Why Dating an Introvert Is Better - Even for Extroverts by Steven Zawila Jenn Granneman is the founder of Introvert, Dear and author of The Secret Lives of Introverts. She started Introvert, Dear in 2013 as her personal blog. She was living with an extroverted roommate...

Kristine Klussman asks how meaningful your life is Episode 1529: How Meaningful Is Your Life? by Kristine Klussman Kristine Klussman specialized in Health Psychology (Behavioral Medicine) at Harvard Medical School, then founded and ran the Health Psychology program and post-doctoral training programs at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco. She found her work with cancer and cardiac...

Melissa Josue of Melissa the Love Coach answers a reader question about why her boyfriend still has his ex-wife's stuff Episode 1528: My Boyfriend Still Has His Ex-Wife's Stuff by Melissa Josue Melissa helps clients overcome relationship challenges and create deeply fulfilling lives and relationships. Her specialty is helping clients navigate the unique challenges of dating men who are in the proc...

Shelby Forsythia talks about what changes occur after loss Episode 1527: Yes, You Lose Friends After Loss - But Something Else Happens Too by Shelby Forsythia Shelby Forsythia never intended to study grief, but now she is an Intuitive Grief Guide who speaks, writes, and teaches powerful truths about grief and loss. She is the podcast host of Coming Back: Conversations on Life After Loss where she...

Jen of This Time of Mine talks about finding balance in motherhood Episode 1526: Finding Balance in Motherhood: Is it Just a Myth? By Jen of This Time of Mine Jen is a busy mom to four energetic kids and between taking care of them, running the household and trying to keep up with everything else she does and enjoys, she’s often found herself fantasizing about the moment she can finally sit down f...

Andy Hill of Marriage, Kids and Money talks about committing to too many kids' activities Episode 1525: Have I Committed to Too Many Kids’ Activities? By Andy Hill Andy Hill is the award-winning writer, speaker and podcaster behind Marriage, Kids and Money - a platform dedicated to helping young families build wealth and thrive. Andy's advice and personal finance experience have been featured in m...

Cylon George of Spiritual Living for Busy People talks about the art of companionship. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1524: [Part 2] The Art of Companionship by Cylon George Cylon George is a spiritual chaplain, musician, devoted husband, and busy dad of six. He loves listening to people’s stories and helping them gain perspective on life’s opportunities and challenges. The mission of his blog is to...

Cylon George of Spiritual Living for Busy People talks about the art of companionship. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1523: [Part 1] The Art of Companionship by Cylon George Cylon George is a spiritual chaplain, musician, devoted husband, and busy dad of six. He loves listening to people’s stories and helping them gain perspective on life’s opportunities and challenges. The mission of his blog is to...

Heather Gray with The Gottman Institute shares why you need to accept your partner's needs. Episode 1522: Why You Need to Accept Your Partner's Needs by Heather Gray The Gottman Institute understands that the human family is in crisis, and that all individuals are capable of and deserve compassion. It is their mission to reach out to families in order to help create and maintain greater love and h...