Relationship Workout for Men (Members)

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 10 Episode 1, titled "Are You a Lover or a Fighter?", Vince delves into the nuanced world of anger in relationships, posing the foundational question of whether anger fuels drama or resolution in partnerships. He explains that while anger is a natural and universal emotion, the way individuals handle anger can significantly influence the...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 9 Episode 1 titled "Own Your Part," Vince explores the concept of Ownership as a core strength in relationships. He emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions and contributions to issues within the partnership. Vince explains that when conflicts arise, the way individuals respond—whether by denying, blaming...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 9 Episode 2, titled "You Bought What?", Vince recounts a tumultuous chapter from his relationship, marked by a significant dispute over a major financial decision. He shares the story of how, despite his attempt to involve his girlfriend in the process of buying a house, her disinterest led him to make the decision alone—a choice that sp...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 9 Episode 3 titled "Deniers and Blamers," Vince dives into the detrimental roles of denial and blame within relationships. He scrutinizes these weak ownership plays, detailing how denying the existence of issues or attributing blame entirely to the partner prevents effective resolution and fosters discontent. Vince guides his listeners t...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 9 Episode 4, titled "Rookies and Veterans," Vince examines the constructive roles individuals can play in a relationship when facing issues. He distinguishes between those who are starting to take ownership of their actions—the 'Rookies'—and those with more experience in handling relationship dynamics—the 'Veterans'....

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 9 Episode 5 titled "Ownership Strategies," Vince discusses strategies for taking responsibility in relationships, distinguishing between weak and strong approaches. He emphasizes that weak strategies often involve denying any issue or deflecting blame to avoid responsibility, which can hinder relationship growth. Conversely, strong strat...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 9 Episode 6 titled "Ownership Red & Green Flags," Vince navigates the landscape of relationship dynamics, focusing on recognizing the indicators of weak and strong ownership strategies. He outlines red flags that suggest a partner may not be taking responsibility in the relationship, such as creating an unsafe environment for discuss...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 8 Episode 10, titled "Five Steps to Align Integrity," Vince outlines a practical guide for couples to ensure they share the same understanding and expectations of integrity within their relationship. He emphasizes the importance of aligning on the stage of the dating process, openly discussing and agreeing on what integrity means in term...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 8 Episode 3, titled "What’s Your Pleasure Tonight Sir?", Vince shares a deeply personal story about the unraveling of trust in a relationship due to a significant secret kept by his partner. He recounts his relationship with a woman he was deeply attracted to, highlighting their strong connection and his admiration for her, only to be sh...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 8 Episode 4, titled "Reliability, Faithfulness, and Sharing Honestly," Vince discusses the three key strategies for upholding integrity in relationships. He emphasizes the importance of reliability, fulfilling promises, and adapting to changes with honesty. Vince also tackles the crucial aspect of faithfulness, warning against the relati...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 8 Episode 5, titled "Spider Woman," Vince shares a harrowing tale from a friend entangled in a web of deception and weak integrity. The story unfolds with Jane, an attractive woman who falls for a man who compensates for his lack of physical appeal with intelligence and charm. After moving continents to be with him, Jane discovers, throu...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 8 Episode 6, titled "Integrity Obligations," Vince delves into the nuanced responsibilities that come with maintaining integrity through the stages of a relationship. He discusses the critical importance of reliability, faithfulness, and honest sharing, emphasizing that the obligations tied to these aspects evolve as the relationship pro...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 8 Episode 7, titled "Temptation and Red Flags," Vince delves into the challenges of resisting temptation and its impact on the integrity within relationships. He outlines how temptation can lead even the most well-intentioned individuals down a path of weakened integrity, manifesting through actions such as infidelity, dishonesty, and ne...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 8 Episode 8, titled "Where are Your Clothes, Honey?", Vince shares a deeply personal experience of dating a woman who struggled with honesty, illustrating the destructive impact that lying and temptation can have on a relationship. Vince recounts how his partner moved in with him shortly after leaving her marriage, yet concocted a story...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 8 Episode 9, titled "Dating Traps," Vince warns against the pitfalls that can obscure the recognition of weak integrity in a partner, emphasizing the importance of navigating the dating world with open eyes. He discusses five specific traps, including bypassing day-to-day reality for the thrill of dates, making assumptions about a partne...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 8 Episode 1, titled "Liar Liar Pants on Fire," Vince navigates the intricate landscape of integrity within relationships, addressing the pivotal question, "Do you trust each other?" The episode unpacks the detrimental impact of weak integrity on trust, highlighting various types of lies—from white lies aimed at sparing feelings...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 8 Episode 2, titled "Secrets and Strategies," Vince continues the exploration of integrity in relationships by delving into the complex world of secrets. He distinguishes between different types of secrets, emphasizing their potential to either maintain privacy or uphold group harmony, and addresses the fine line between preserving perso...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 7 Episode 3, titled "Kindness Strategy #1: Generosity vs Selfishness," Vince delves into the intricate balance between being generous and avoiding selfishness within intimate relationships. The episode underscores the significance of positive intentions, sincerity, and the absence of obligations in acts of generosity, emphasizing that tr...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 7 Episode 4, titled "Narcissism," Vince delves into the complexities of narcissistic personality disorder and its impact on relationships. The episode outlines the key behaviors and tendencies of someone with narcissism, including an inflated sense of self-importance, lack of empathy for others, and a deep need for admiration. Through an...

"Relationship Workout for Men" Season 7 Episode 5, titled "Kindness Strategy #2: Fair Cooperation," explores the concept of fairness and cooperation within relationships, especially during conflicts arising from differing opinions, needs, wants, and desires. The episode begins by questioning the fundamental reasons couples come together, emphasizing that a relationship should e...

"Relationship Workout for Men" Season 7 Episode 6, titled "Eight Principles for Fair Cooperation," introduces a framework designed to navigate the complexities of achieving fairness within a relationship, especially during conflicts or disagreements. The episode outlines eight principles, including Equality, Veil of Ignorance, Rational Thought, Obligation’s Clean Slate, No Coer...

"Relationship Workout for Men" Season 7 Episode 7, titled "Merry Christmas," recounts a personal tale highlighting the absence of gratitude and mutual appreciation within a relationship. Vince reflects on a Christmas spent with a partner who openly declared herself as "a princess" and insisted it was "all about her," setting the stage for unmet expectations...

In episode 8, Vince shares a third strategy important to being a kind partner and that is Gratitude, versus Indifference or Resentment. Episode 8 wraps up season 7 where Vince addresses how to answer the fundamental question: “Do you care about each other’s needs?”  As a reminder, you learn how strong to weak you two are showing up in Kindness and the rest of the relationship core areas in less th...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 7 Episode 1, titled "Do Unto Others," Vince introduces the foundational importance of kindness in relationships, exploring how genuinely caring for each other's needs through acts of kindness is crucial for a fulfilling partnership. The episode contemplates the modern societal value of kindness and its vital role in intimate relatio...

In "Relationship Workout for Men" Season 7 Episode 2, titled "Me-Ouch," Vince shares a personal narrative illustrating the struggles of a relationship that leaned more towards an 'all-about-me' attitude rather than a balanced 'all-about-we' dynamic. The episode unfolds the challenges faced when one partner's needs and desires, symbolized here by the ins...