When you have an anxious attachment style, it's hard to feel secure in your most important relationships. But learning how to self-soothe anxious attachment and create a stronger relationship with yourself can be the path to emotional freedom.

#397 - After Divorce: The Gift of Regret

11 days ago 34m 1s

If you've lived through a divorce, or you're going through one now, you know that ending a marriage comes with a lot of regrets. You might regret not trying harder to save your marriage when you had the chance, or, if the divorce was your choic

#396 - Are You an Over-Giver in Relationships? How to Start Receiving

18 days ago 31m 53s

Do you have a habit of giving too much in relationships? Maybe you say "yes" when you really want to say no, or you offer much more emotional and material support than you receive in return. All of this sounds noble, but overgiving is a habit

#395 — Dear Lisa: 'My Sexless Marriage Is Killing Me!'

25 days ago 48m

Has the sexual intimacy in your relationship dwindled to almost nothing? Or, do you long to feel desired by your partner, but instead feel like you're being rejected? If so, this episode is for you. You'll learn why sexless marriages (or sexle

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29 days ago 5m 51s

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#394 - Worried There's No Chemistry In Your Relationship? What to Do!

Mar 25th, 2024 43m 6s

Chemistry in relationships: it’s that spark, that zing that draws you to someone and makes you crave their touch. When it’s missing, we worry that something’s wrong. (And sometimes, it is). But did you know that intense chemistry can also somet

#393 - What to Do when Your Boss Is Toxic

Mar 18th, 2024 42m 40s

So, you've got a bad boss. If you're lucky, this will be your last... but unfortunately, toxic leadership is not unheard of. Knowing the signs of a toxic boss can help you protect yourself, manage yoru expectations, and move on to a better situ

#392 — How to Forgive Your Partner

Mar 11th, 2024 37m 10s

When you're hurt or angry with your partner, it's like the love in your heart is dimmed. You can't be open with your feelings when you're nursing emotional wounds. And it's hard to receive love until you're able to forgive your partner. But, e

#391 - How to Be 'Good with People'

Mar 4th, 2024 52m 10s

Do you wish you were "good with people?" Many of us do! But we're not often taught the one skill that will not only help you connect with others, but also make you happier and more successful in every single area of your life: emotional intell

#390 - Silencing Your Inner Critic

Feb 27th, 2024 28m 38s

Do you have a tough internal critic? When you are always talking to yourself in a negative, unkind way, it impacts how you feel about yourself, how you show up in your relationships with others, and how much resilience you have to achieve your

#389 - How to Stop Feeling Insecure

Feb 19th, 2024 25m 38s

Are your insecurities holding you back? We all have things that we feel insecure about, but many people feel trapped by shame and self doubt, or like they're never quite good enough. And this can create major problems. Unchecked insecurity can

#388 - How to Stop Walking on Eggshells in Your Relationship

Feb 12th, 2024 35m 40s

Do you feel like you're always walking on eggshells around your partner? When you feel like you have to be extremely careful about what you say, otherwise your partner will blow up, get defensive, or feel hurt, something has to change. So what'

#387 - Navigating Your 20s with Jemma Sbeg

Feb 5th, 2024 51m 20s

Ah, your 20s... a decade full of so much promise, potential, and radical growth. And yet, as a therapist and a life coach, I know that your 20s can also be uniquely difficult, especially when you expect that they're "supposed to be" the best y

#386 - Are You Stuck in a Pursuer-Distancer Dynamic? How to Break Free

Jan 30th, 2024 35m 27s

As a couples counselor, I can tell you that one of the most pernicious and common relationship patterns that couples get stuck in is the pursuer-withdrawer dynamic. This happens when one partner handles conflict by approaching it head-on, and

#385 - Blindsided by a Breakup? How to Deal & Heal

Jan 22nd, 2024 52m 20s

Breakups are always hard. But when you're completely blindsided by a breakup, moving forward can be especially tough. It's normal to ruminate non-stop about what happened and the signs that you missed. And your ex likely didn't stick around lo

#384: How to Simplify Your Life... By Getting Clear About Your Purpose (feat. Bonnie Wan)

Jan 15th, 2024 38m 16s

🌟 Feeling overwhelmed by the chaos of life? You're not alone. Today, we're delving into the art of simplifying your life... by getting clear about your mission and purpose Here's the truth: Simplifying isn't just about decluttering your space.

#383: F The Fairy Tale! Relationship Myths That Keep You Single

Jan 9th, 2024 46m 2s

Are you navigating the single scene or maybe feeling a bit disheartened by relationships that just don't seem to click? You're not alone. Often, the biggest hurdle in our quest for love is the sneaky, self-limiting beliefs that quietly hold us

#382 - Signs Your Relationship Is in Distress

Jan 1st, 2024 42m 6s

When relationships are in distress, things change. Conflict is more hurtful and less productive. Couples stop seeing each other's points of view, and stop trusting each other's good intentions. But as an experience couples counselor, I know tha

#381 - How to Discover Your Strengths

Dec 25th, 2023 53m 14s

What are you good at? Where do you shine? And how can you use your natural strengths to build a happy, fulfilling life? These are the questions you need to be asking yourself along your personal growth journey. But all too often, we focus more

#380 - Why Your Marriage Is Worth Saving

Dec 18th, 2023 58m 2s

If you've been going through a rough patch in your marriage for awhile now, it's understandable if you're questioning whether you should continue fighting. But many couples get discouraged before they've had a chance to engage in the process th

#379 - How to Figure Out What You Want in Life

Dec 11th, 2023 43m 41s

If you are a smart, growth-oriented person, the possibilities for your life are infinite. So how are you supposed to choose a life path? Figuring out what you want in life is easier said than done. It takes self-reflection, courage, and a belie

#378 - How to Build Trust in Relationships

Dec 4th, 2023 1h 8m

Trust is an essential ingredient in healthy relationships. But building trust can be easier said than done. Especially if you or your partner have been betrayed or mistreated in the past, you may have lingering trust issues that make it hard to

#377 - Growing Closer: How to Build Emotional Intimacy

Nov 27th, 2023 49m 40s

Do you long for closer, more connected relationships? The key is emotional intimacy. But there are barriers to emotional intimacy that can keep you from forming the loving connections you crave. Learn how to address "intimacy issues," increate

#376 - Communication Issues? What to Do!

Nov 20th, 2023 1h 5m

Are communication issues making your relationship feel hard? Most couples who arrive in couples counseling tell me that they want to improve communication in their relationships. The tricky part is knowing what's at the root of "communication i

#375 - What to Do When Your Partner Pulls Away

Nov 13th, 2023 58m 12s

Is your partner pulling away? It can be an unnerving experience, especially when you don't know why your partner seems checked out lately. But you can use this as an opportunity to gain clarity about how your partner is feeling in your relation