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Sara Stanizai of Prospect Therapy discusses jealousy in relationships Episode 1046: Jealousy in Open Relationships by Sara Stanizai of Prospect Therapy on Navigating Relationship Boundaries 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 e...

Mark Manson tells us why we can't make people change, and what to do instead. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1045: [Part 2] No, You Can't Make a Person Change by Mark Manson on Supporting Others and Setting a Good Example Mark Manson was a full-time professional dating coach for men from 2008 until 2011. Sick of the industry, he wrote his first book, Models: Attract Women Through Honesty, and change...

Mark Manson tells us why we can't make people change, and what to do instead. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1044: [Part 1] No, You Can't Make a Person Change by Mark Manson on Supporting Others and Setting a Good Example Mark Manson was a full-time professional dating coach for men from 2008 until 2011. Sick of the industry, he wrote his first book, Models: Attract Women Through Honesty, and change...

Liz Greene with Introvert, Dear offers 6 simple ways to create alone time in a crowded room Episode 1043: 6 Simple Ways to Create Alone Time in a Crowded Room by Liz Greene of Introvert Dear on Getting Privacy in Public 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 extr...

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about the Martyr Complex and how to avoid falling into it when in a relationship. Episode 1042: Q&A - The Martyr Complex - When Relationships Don't Have Reciprocation & Giving with No Return  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting Learn more abo...

Jen of This Time of Mine tells us how to raise resilient kids mindfully. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1041: [Part 2] How to Raise Resilient Kids by Jen of This Time of Mine on Techniques For Mindful Parenting 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 fanta...

Jen of This Time of Mine tells us how to raise resilient kids mindfully. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1040: [Part 1] How to Raise Resilient Kids by Jen of This Time of Mine on Techniques For Mindful Parenting 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 fanta...

Keith Wilson offers a unique strategy for reconciling with loved ones Episode 1039: The Road to Reconciliation: Get Out of the Middle of the Picture by Keith Wilson on Understanding and Forgiving Keith Wilson is a licensed mental health counselor and certified alcohol and substance abuse counselor in New York State, with more than 30 years experience. Keith has done a lot of writing about ways to...

Dr. Jennifer Jill Harman with Luvze talks about the role that ex-partners can play in blended families Episode 1038: A Dark Side of Blended Families: The Role of Ex-Partners by Dr. Jennifer Jill Harman of Luvze 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...

Kristena Eden of Core Living Essentials talks about the art of imperfection in marriage Episode 1037: The Art of Imperfection in Your Marriage by Kristena Eden of Core Living Essentials on the Realities of Marriage Kristena is a professional life coach, author, speaker, teacher, and overall marriage and relationships expert. She has over 25 years of training education and experience, and in that t...

Ingrid Y. Helander talks about the difference between worrying about someone or something, and loving them Episode 1036: You Care About So Much – But Do You Really by Ingrid Y. Helander on the Best Ways to Show Your Love Ingrid began her career in Marriage and Family Therapy after she had her three children. After her youngest son was diagnosed with a chronic illness, she decided that she wanted t...

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about how to plan a long distance relationship, especially when you don't like the city your partner lives in. Episode 1035: Q&A - Long Distance Relationship Planning - How to Handle a LDR When You Don't Like Your Partner's City  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshi...

Dr. John Gottman with The Gottman Institute talks about how emotional intelligence creates loving and supportive parenting. Episode 1034: Emotional Intelligence Creates Loving and Supportive Parenting by Dr. John Gottman of The Gottman Institute 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...

Susan Chanderbhan of ChandPsych offers coping strategies for those who face fertility issues. Episode 1033: Facing the Uncertainty of Fertility Issues: How to Cope & Find Balance by Dr. Susan Chanderbhan of ChandPsych Dr. Susan Chanderbhan is a psychologist in Laredo, Texas. She helps individuals and couples who are struggling in different areas of their lives gain the clarity they need to grow an...

Arthur of The Art of Living teaches us about empathic listening and why we shouldn't immediately try to fix others' problems. Episode 1032: Empathic Listening: How And Why To Stop Trying To Fix Your Friend’s Problems by Arthur of The Art of Living Arthur believes that everyone deserves a chance at a long, happy, prosperous life. Of course, that's easier said than done. Some levers to get there are...

Orna and Mathew Walters of Creating Love on Purpose guide you through meeting someone for the first time after starting a virtual relationship. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1031: [Part 2] Don't Be Fooled by Zoom Chemistry! by Orna & Matthew Walters of Creating Love on Purpose Orna and Matthew are Soulmate Coaches who specialize in helping their clients finally get it right this time when it comes...

Orna and Mathew Walters of Creating Love on Purpose guide you through meeting someone for the first time after starting a virtual relationship. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1030: [Part 1] Don't Be Fooled by Zoom Chemistry! by Orna & Matthew Walters of Creating Love on Purpose Orna and Matthew are Soulmate Coaches who specialize in helping their clients finally get it right this time when it comes...

Karen Stanley talks about the role that visualization played in her finding true love Episode 1029: How Visualizing Helped Me Attract True Love by Karen Stanley on Techniques to Find Your Soulmate Karen Stanley is an entrepreneur, professional Mezzo-Soprano, and former single mom who spent over two decades running her marketing business and performing around the country. During the eight years pri...

Greg Audino answers a listener's question about having an imaginary friend as an adult Episode 1028: Q&A - Imaginary Friends for Adults - Sharing Secrets & Talking with a Person That Doesn't Exist  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

Adina Soclof of Parenting Simply shares two shorts posts discussing social skills for girls and why you can rely on your parenting instincts. Episode 1027: Social Skills For Girls AND Why You Can Trust Your Parenting Instincts by Adina Soclof of Parenting Simply A certified Speech Pathologist, Adina received her Master’s degree from Hunter College in New York in Communication Sciences. Adina worke...

Shawna Scafe of Simple On Purpose helps you reduce your amount of trips to the grocery store. Episode 1026: 5 Tips to Make Your Groceries Last Two Weeks by Shawna Scafe of Simple on Purpose on Easier Grocery Shopping Shawna Scafe is a mom of three small kids who started blogging after her first son was born. She wanted to share her c-section story in order to help herself work through the disappoi...

Reid Peterson of Grief Refuge shares 3 ways to set clear boundaries when you're grieving Episode 1025: 3 Ways to Set Clear Boundaries When You’re Grieving by Reid Peterson of Grief Refuge on How to Grieve Grief Refuge experiences are facilitated by Reid Peterson, MA. Reid achieved a Masters Degree in Transpersonal Psychology (Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, 2007) and is trained by Dr. Alan...

Alysha Jeney of Modern Love Counseling informs us of what to expect if we enter couples therapy. Episode 1024: What to Expect in Couples Therapy by Alysha Jeney of Modern Love Counseling on Getting Help as a Couple Alysha Jeney is the founder of Modern Love Counseling. She is a MA, LMFT practicing in the Denver area. She focuses on offering counseling services for adult couples, individuals and bu...

Dr. Diana Kirschner of Love in 90 Days shares 4 important reminders for when you feel as though you can't find love. Episode 1023: When You Can’t Find the One: 4 Things to Remember by Dr. Diana Kirschner of Love in 90 Days on Finding True Love PBS Love expert, psychologist and bestselling author, Diana Kirschner, Ph. D. has helped thousands of singles and couples to find the relationships of their...

Evan Marc Katz answers one of his readers' questions about whether or not it's a bad sign to not feel passion when you're engaged. Episode 1022: Is it a Bad Sign to Not Feel Passion When You’re Engaged by Evan Marc Katz on Important Relationship Attributes Dating coach Evan Marc Katz has been billed as a “personal trainer for smart, strong, successful women,” helping singles find love since 2003....