Dr. Abby Medcalf

Relationships Made Easy

Society EN ↓ 400 episodes

The research says the key to a happy life is happy relationships. But how exactly do you make your relationships better? That’s what this show is all about.   I’m Dr. Abby Medcalf, psychologist, best-selling author, TEDx speaker, and (according to my kids) the bossy Jewish mom you didn’t know you needed. With decades of experience and millions of listeners in over 180 countries, I give you the no-fluff, research-backed strategies to make all your relationships better: with your partner, your family, your friends, and (most importantly) yourself.   Every week on the Relationships Made Easy podc...

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Dr. Abby Medcalf

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Society

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Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

074 Gratitude is a Gateway Drug 10.12.2019

All of the things that make up a happy life are skills: effective communication, listening and happiness are all skills. Gratitude is a skill too. Today I'm talking about all things gratitude. What it is, why it's important and my top tips for practicing it. Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertising Inquiries: https...

073 Why Appreciation is Different Than Gratitude 03.12.2019

I’ve been noticing for a while now that people use the terms gratitude and appreciation interchangeably and they’re not. Today I’m going to break down the differences, and I’m going to share my top tool to practice appreciation in your life. Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands P...

072 If You Want to Communicate, You’ve Got to Listen First 25.11.2019

Great communication starts with great listening. There are five steps to being a great listener. Are you doing all of them? Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

071 Great Communication is All About Timing 18.11.2019

Are you having a delayed reaction or a delayed response after a disagreement? One leads to love and closeness and one leads to further disconnection and distance so it's important that you figure out which one you're communicating! Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Pri...

070 Two Strategies You Need to Communicate Effectively 12.11.2019

Today's episode is bringing you two solid strategies to help you communicate effectively. Are you ready for more fulfilling, CALM, and happy relationships? Then listen in now! Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

069 It’s Time to Up Your Communication Game 05.11.2019

No one tells you this, but aligning your conscious and unconscious minds is at the core of effective communication. Are you ready to take the Align Your Mind Challenge? Learn all about it in this week's episode! Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://...

068 How to Stop Being Distracted 29.10.2019

The most valuable thing in your life is your attention. Your ability to direct your attention where you want it, when you want to is at the very core of a happy, satisfied life. Today I'm going to teach you my top tips for how to stop being distracted so you can start connecting. Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertisin...

067 Four Ways to Be More Self-Aware 22.10.2019

Self-aware people are more fulfilled, have stronger relationships, are more creative, more confident and better communicators. The problem is that most of us think we're self-aware but we're not! Today, I'll teach you four quick and easy ways to be more self-aware before you know it! Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.co...

066 How to Make Mindfulness a Habit 15.10.2019

Do you forget to be mindful? It's like some evil catch-22. If you were more mindful, you'd remember to be mindful…but how do you get remember to be mindful to begin with?! Today I'll teach you how to make mindfulness a habit in 4 easy steps. Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle....

065 Distraction is the Termites Eating at the Foundation of Your Relationship 08.10.2019

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064 How 5 Minutes of Mindfulness a Day Can Make Your Relationship Great! 01.10.2019

This is month 2 of my Back to Relationships Basics Series. This month we're going to focus on mindfulness in your relationship because it's a game changer! Once you've mastered this, you'll be creating connection and love all over the place! Today I'm going to teach you the difference between mindfulness and self-awareness and how you can make your relationship great in just 5...

063 Being Happy for Your Partner = A Happy Relationship 24.09.2019

When your partner shares something great that happened, do you ever get resentful or jealous? Do you have trouble being happy for your partner's good fortune for whatever reason? Then today's show is for you where I break down the three reasons this happens and my easy to use 5-step process for becoming your partner's biggest support! Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code qu...

062 Relationships Aren't Fair 17.09.2019

Keeping score in your relationship doesn't work because equal time doesn’t mean equal value. Today I’m going to teach you a new way to look at your relationship so you can start putting your focus where it needs to be to create a happy, connected relationship. Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertising Inquiries: https:/...

061 Keeping Score Stops You From Connecting 10.09.2019

Keeping score in your relationship is setting you up to lose. Listing all the things you do and noting all the things your partner is (or isn't) doing is a cancer eating at your connection. Tune in today to learn how to turn off the scoreboard and turn on the love and connection! Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertisin...

060 The Real Problem in Your Relationship 03.09.2019

When couples come in my office they almost always say that their problem is communication. I need to tell them that they're wrong! If you want to know what the real issue is that's undermining your relationship, listen to today's show! Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/br...

059 How to Manage Money in Every Stage of Your Relationship 27.08.2019

How you need to think about and manage money is different in every stage of your relationship. Today I'm interviewing wealth and money expert, Lisa Linfield who will take you from single to retirement with all things smart money! Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy &...

058 How the Law of Attraction Works in Your Relationship 20.08.2019

You've heard a lot about the law of attraction and it can feel like woo woo bunk if you don't understand the real science behind it. In today's broadcast I'll teach how the law of attraction really works and the one thing you need to do to use it to help your relationship! Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Adver...

057 Change Your Feelings with This One Easy Tool 13.08.2019

You feel the way you think. If you want to change those feelings, you've got to change your thinking first. I've been using this simple tool for a very long time and it never fails to completely change my thoughts and my attitude for the better! Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle....

056 Feng Shui Your Relationship with Patricia Lohan 06.08.2019

Create abundance and harmony in your relationship by employing some simple and meaningful Feng Shui tools and strategies! Join me on today's podcast as I interview Feng Shui master, Patricia Lohan, who will walk you through the different rooms in your home and what you can do to bring connection and even some sexy into your relationship! Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince....

055 Complaining is as Bad for You as Bacon 30.07.2019

There's some research that says we complain once in every dialogue we have! Yikes! If you're sick of complaining (your own or someone else's) then today's show is for you! Learn why complaining feels so good and the three things you can do to stop it. Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertising Inquiries: http...

054 How to Figure Out the Real Cause of a Problem 23.07.2019

Too often we're focused on the wrong thing in our relationships. Something's bugging us and we think it's a communication problem when it's actually a competition issue. It's important to be able to identify the root cause of problems in your life and relationship so you can make changes that last. Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal...

053 Getting Your Sexy Back in the Kitchen with Kiele Jael 09.07.2019

Today is all about how to get your sexy back in the kitchen (and with food) with my guest, Kiele Jaele. Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

052 If You Want Your Partner to Change, Do This. 02.07.2019

In today's episode you'll learn all about how to accept your partner for who they are, not who you want them to be. The critical difference between loving your partner and accepting your partner and the 5 healthy things you can do instead, when you want to change your partner. Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertisi...

051 The 5 Step Formula for Getting to Consensus 25.06.2019

Consensus decision-making is a key to leaving behind resentful compromises and, instead, creating shared decisions you can both get behind 100%! Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

050 Male/Female Understanding: An Interview with Robert Kandell 18.06.2019

In today's episode I interview Robert Kandell, author of the best-selling book: Unhidden: a Book for Men and Those Confused by Them. Robert takes Men are from Mars and Women are from Venus to the next level as we talk about communication strategies for the 21st century. Our Sponsors: * Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/rme for a great deal: https://www.quince.com Advertising Inquirie...

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