
Relationship Advice
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Ep 7878: Evolved To Love
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The evolutionary processes that make us have empathy and love for others. Social brain theory and what it means for relationships. Tuning into your body to become more connected and improve your relationship. Recognizing the nature of your experience to improve yourself and your relationship. And much more! Rick Hanson, Ph.D., is a psychologist, Senior Fellow of the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley and New York Times best-selling author. His books are available in 26 languages and include Hardwiring Happiness, Buddhas Brain, Just One Thing and Mother Nurture. He edits the Wise Brain Bulletin and has numerous audio programs. A summa cum laude graduate of UCLA and founder of the Wellspring Institute for Neuroscience and Contemplative Wisdom, hes been an invited speaker at Oxford, Stanford, Harvard and other major universities, and taught in meditation centers worldwide. His work has been featured on the BBC, CBS and NPR, and he offers the free Just One Thing newsletter with over 120,000 subscribers, plus the online Foundations of Well-Being program in positive neuroplasticity that anyone with financial need can do for free. I Do Podcast is also supported by: Audible: Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information, but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don’t like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. If you haven’t already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! – Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 7777: Balancing Work, Kids And A Relationship
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The importance of creating ground rules for a working relationship. Tools for couples who work together. Separating areas of responsibility with your spouse. Balancing work, kids and a relationship. Managing your energy to help create a strong marriage or relationship. And much more! Malini Bhatia is Founder & CEO of Marriage.com, a community of experts that acts as your advisors by providing information and support for healthy, happy marriages. Her passion for supporting people through the journey of building and sustaining positive, healthy relationships, combined with her business acumen, inspired the creation of Marriage.com. She has past experience in the PR and communications industries and has worked with companies in the tech, healthcare and non-profit sectors. Malini is a postgraduate in international business management and holds a bachelor's degree in Economics. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two daughters. I Do Podcast is also supported by: Audible: Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information, but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don’t like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. If you haven’t already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! – Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 7676: Tools For A Happy Relationship
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The top actionable tools for a happy relationship. Understanding the unique ways to connect with your partner. Valuable communication breakdown tools. Getting on the same relationship team. Dealing with when your expectations don't meet reality. Taking responsibility for yourself in the relationship. And much more! Tripp and Alyson Lanier have both made it their mission to help individuals improve their relationships and lives. Tripp is the host of The New Man Podcast: Beyond the Macho Jerk and the New Age Wimp which has been listened to millions of times by men all around the world and is an iTunes top 10 podcast in the Self Help category. Alyson has spent the last 20 years training and educating herself in the psychology of attachment and relationships. She is a counselor, mentor, teacher, coach, old world midwife and mother. Her training and perspective helps men and women get out of their own way and create the amazing relationships, families and sex lives they truly want. I Do Podcast is also supported by: If you haven’t already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! – Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 7575: Improve Yourself To Improve Your Relationship
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to improve yourself individually to benefit your relationship. Correcting a lack of balance in your life. How to have trust in your relationship. Tools to help find meaning in your life. Why you can only be as healthy as the most unhealthy person in your relationship. The value of talking in front of a therapist as a couple. And much more! Daryl Cioffi and Jennifer Weaver-Breitenbecher are licensed psychotherapists who own a private practice (Polaris Counseling & Consulting) in Rhode Island. They specialize in general mental health, relationships, life adjustments, and overall wellness. I Do Podcast is also supported by: Audible: Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information, but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don’t like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. If you haven’t already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! – Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 7474: Let's Talk About Sex
EIn today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to deal with mismatched sexual desires in a relationship. (#1 reason couples struggle sexually in relationships) Reducing sexual anxiety in oneself and in a relationship. The importance of sexual knowledge. Sex to reduce headaches and why you should 'Just Do It'. Communication skills related to your sexual relationship. And much more! Dr. Diana Wiley is a licensed marriage and family therapist and board certified sex therapist. Dr. Wiley has been providing talk therapy to individuals and couples for more than thirty years with an emphasis on sexual issues and their effect on relationships. People describe her as warm, knowledgeable, forthright and very caring. She is a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of relationship therapy, particularly as a sex therapist. I Do Podcast is also supported by: Audible: Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information, but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don’t like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. If you haven’t already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! – Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 7373: How To Make A Good Relationship Great
EIn today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to make a good relationship great. Why it's important to tell your partner why you love them. How the depth of intimacy sets the good relationships apart from the great relationship. How to create more depth of intimacy in a relationship. Creating balance in your relationship. And much more! Charlie and Linda Bloom have been married since 1972. Trained as psychotherapists and relationship counselors, they have worked with individuals, couples, groups and organizations since 1975. They have lectured and taught at learning institutes throughout the USA, including the Esalen Institute, the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, the California Institute for Integral Studies, the Meridian University, John F. Kennedy University, the Crossings, Omega institute, the Institute for Transpersonal Psychology, University of California at Berkeley Extension Program, the Hoffman Institute and the World Health Organization. They have offered seminars throughout the world, including China, Japan, Indonesia, Denmark, Sweden, India, Brazil, and many other locations. I Do Podcast is also supported by: Audible: Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information, but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don’t like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. If you haven’t already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! – Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 7272: How To Talk Politics
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to talk about politics in a productive manner with friends, family and other relationships. The tools to have a constructive political debate that will not end in shouting matches. Navigating the tough conversations you might have with those of opposing political views. Moving forward in a positive direction no matter what your political affiliation. And much more! Daniel Ellenberg, PhD is a seminar leader, licensed therapist, leadership coach and conversation adviser. He is a principal in Rewire Leadership and co-founder of Relationships That Work. He is a board member of the Wellspring Institute of Neuroscience and Contemplative Wisdom and is currently involved with two research projects: interpersonal courage in the workplace and the relationship between the traditional male role and emotional resilience. I Do Podcast is also supported by: Audible: Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information, but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don’t like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. If you haven’t already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! – Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 7171: What's Yours Is Mine, And Mine Is Mine
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Whether or not you should have separate or joint accounts with your partner. The importance of communicating about your finances. How to form the right financial plan for your relationship. Financial infidelity and it's impact on relationships. And much more! Laurie Itkin is a financial advisor and wealth manager at Coastwise Capital Group, an award-winning boutique money management firm in La Jolla, California, where she serves clients throughout the country. Through her separate company, The Options Lady, she serves as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) and provides analysis of the financial and tax impacts of proposed settlement options being considered by divorcing couples. I Do Podcast is also supported by: Audible: Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information, but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don’t like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. If you haven’t already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! – Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 7070: 10 Signs You've Found The Right Partner
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Loving your partner unconditionally. The importance of respect in a relationship. Creating boundaries for your relationship. Considering what is best for 'us' and not 'I'. Determining if your arguments are productive. And much more! Justin Stenstrom is a nationally acclaimed life coach, author, entrepreneur and speaker. He is the founder of EliteManMagazine.com and the host of the Elite Man Podcast and The Justin Stenstrom Show on iTunes. Once anxious, insecure, depressed and unhappy, Justin has overcome many of life's greatest obstacles and loves nothing more than helping others do the same! I Do Podcast is also supported by: Audible: Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information, but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don’t like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. If you haven’t already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! – Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 6969: Why We Fight The Ones We Love
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How conflict in a relationship manifests in different ways. Why we fight in relationships and how to prevent it. Creating a mission statement for your relationship. Moving away from the fight or flight mindset. The importance of naming your feelings. And much more! Erik Newton is a former family law attorney who describes himself as someone who has been through a thousand divorces and still believes in love. Erik has a unique, real-world comprehension of what makes one marriage thrive and another fall apart. Ultimately, his calling to help couples build healthy relationships superseded his legal career, and he is now podcasting and publishing an online magazine about relationships that you can find at www.together.guide I Do Podcast is also supported by: Audible: Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information, but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don’t like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. If you haven’t already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! – Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 6868: Mindfulness and Emotional Intelligence
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to be mindful and practice emotional intelligence in a relationship. Tools to be present with your partner. The importance of emotional intelligence for personal and relationship growth. Tips and resources for meditation. And much more! In today's episode we are joined by Dr. Debra Campbell. Dr. Campbell is a psychologist and author and has worked in private practice consulting on everything from panic to depression and parenting problems. For a number of years she worked as a couple therapist and university lecturer in marriage and relationships. Prior to psychology, Dr. Campbell taught yoga and meditation, so mindfulness has always been a cornerstone of her work in mental health and couple relationship rehab. She was the Director of Hobsons Bay Yoga and Natural Health and Newport Yoga Centre for over a decade. Dr. Campbell's psychological research on couple relationship satisfaction, emotional intelligence and spirituality in mental health has been published in psychological journals in Australia and the USA. I Do Podcast is also supported by: Audible: Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information, but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don’t like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. If you haven’t already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! – Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 6767: Treat Your Partner How They Want To Be Treated
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How Darek's experience as a Navy Seal helped him write his new book. Treat your spouse how they would like to be treated. How we can become blind to the things that need to be done to help fix a relationship. And much more! In today's episode we are joined by Senior Chief Darek Laviolette US Navy SEAL (ret). Darek served 24 years of active duty, 9 combat deployments and received the Bronze Star with Valor. However, Darek's most proud work is helping men and women through rough spots in their marriages. His book A Seal to Heal Your Marriage helps with just that. I Do Podcast is also supported by: Audible: Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information, but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don’t like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. If you haven’t already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! – Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 6666: Build A Deeper Relationship
In today's episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Communication strategies for better communication with your partner. Understanding your partner on a deeper level. Accepting without judgement. Communicating with your actions. Practicing sincere awareness in your relationship. And much more! On today's episode we welcome Shawn Schweier to the show. Shawn is a personal development expert specializing in Neuro-Linguistic Programming. He runs the largest active NLP community in Denver and is focused most on helping others create successful relationships. He has been called the inner mind mentor and is a master at communicating, but he hasn't always been successful. Before he was in a place of loneliness and he had trouble communicating with others. This led him on a path of self-discovery. In uncovering himself he found the best version of him. He learned how to communicate in ways he didn't know were possible and this led to developing the most incredible relationships. Today he looks forward to business growth, travel, and finding the woman of his dreams. I Do Podcast is also supported by: Audible: Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information, but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don’t like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. If you haven't already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! - Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 6565: Own Your Neediness
In today's episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How attachment styles affect relationships. How to identify your attachment style. How to deal with the anxious-avoidant downward spiral. Tools to become more secure in your relationship. How to own your neediness. And much more! On today's episode we welcome Kyle Benson. Kyle writes at the KyleBenson.net, where he uses science and life experiences to help those in troubled relationships get the love, respect and passion they dream of. I Do Podcast is also supported by: If you haven't already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! - Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 6464: Know Your Deal Killers
In this episode we discuss relationship topics that include: Determining your relationship deal killers and why it's important for a successful relationship. How to set boundaries and implement consequences if broken. Why it's important to be clear on your values. Determining the type of love you give and receive on the 'love scale'. And much more! David Essel is a business, relationship, and success coach, TV/Radio Host, author of 9 books and inspirational speaker. He has helped thousands of people from around the world achieve their greatest goals in every area of life from increasing their income to freedom from addictions, preparation for deep love, repairing relationships and more. I Do Podcast is also supported by: Audible: Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information, but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don’t like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. If you haven't already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! - Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 6363: Love and Money
In this episode we discuss relationship topics that include: Determining your money personality to help avoid relationship conflicts. How to deal with a partner with a different money personality. The 5 money personalities: Spender, Saver, Security Seeker, Flyer and Risk Taker. How to make a budget that works for both partners. And much more! Scott and Bethany Palmer, The Money Couple, have dedicated their lives to helping others strengthen their relationships with the 5 Money Personalities. With 43 years of combined financial planning experience, they launched The Money Couple and are regulars on national TV and radio and speak internationally about love and money. Scott and Bethany enjoy an active lifestyle in Colorado with their two young sons, Cole and Cade. I Do Podcast is also support by: Audible: Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information, but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don’t like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. If you haven't already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! - Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 6262: Understanding Your Relationship Boundaries
In today's episode we discuss relationship topics that include: How to determine your N.U.T.S. How to cultivate self reliance for a healthy relationship. Choosing your partner each morning to create more love. How to avoid the cliche, "They are not the person I married." And much more! Join us as Steve Horsmon breaks down why it's important to hold onto your N.U.T.S (non-negotiable unalterable terms) both individually and within a relationship. Steve is the founder of Goodguys2Greatmen.com, a company with the mission to educate, mentor and transform smart guys into confident, skilled and authentic men of purpose and passion. I Do Podcast is also support by: Audible: Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information, but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don’t like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. If you haven't already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! - Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 6161: How to Save Your Relationship Featuring Dr. Julie Colwell
If you're struggling in a relationship, don't waste another day without listening to today's podcast. With the help of Dr. Julie Colwell, we outline all of the steps to find out if your relationship or marriage is worth saving and how to fix it if you want to work it out. In today's episode we discuss relationship topics that include: How to know when relationship problems are fixable or not? The telltale signs of a stuck relationship or marriage. Methods to shift from conflict and suffering to connection and flow. The relationship between emotions and our bodies. How to shift from a reactive brain to an open-focus brain. And much more! Dr. Julia Colwell, a Psychologist, teacher, relationship expert and author of Relationship Ride and The Relationship Skills Workbook. We are excited to announce the I Do Podcast Patreon campaign. Patreon is a website like Kickstarter or GoFundMe where you can support creatives! We started our page to help cover the costs of equipment, production and a babysitter to watch our one-year-old while we record! : ) When you contribute you will also get awesome exclusive benefits for our patrons. You can sign up to donate as little as $2 per month to support the podcast. Any little bit helps! Sign up to support the podcast today. I Do Podcast is also support by: If you shop on Amazon, you can use this link, and we will get a small percentage of everything you buy! Don't worry, this money is coming from Amazon, and you will not pay any extra, and you'll help us out along the way! Click the link here and it will automatically save on your computer for 30 days. After 30 days you can just click again and it will redo it for another 30! Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information ,but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don't like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. Audibletrial.com/idopodcast We don't like asking our listeners for handouts, so we aren't! The last two options won't cost you any money that you aren't already spending and you can support us on Patreon for less than the cost of a cup of morning Joe! If you haven't already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! - Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 6060: What Should I Do After A Breakup?
Breaking up is never easy and can take a huge emotional and physical toll on people. Today we talk with Chris Seiter who specializes in helping individuals decide if they should breakup, get back together with their ex or simply move on. Chris is the mastermind behind exboyfriendrecovery.com and exgirlfriendrecovery.com. Chris has been able to put thousands of couples back together through his knowledge and relationship guidance techniques. In today's episode we talk all things breaking up. We answer these questions and more in our discussion. What do you do after a breakup? How do you decide if you should give your relationship another shot and get back with your ex? How long should you wait after a breakup to try to get back with your ex? Are some relationships not worth trying to save? If you have experienced heartache or are thinking about breaking up with a significant other, consider listening to this episode today. We are excited to announce the I Do Podcast Patreon campaign. Patreon is a website like Kickstarter or GoFundMe where you can support creatives! We started our page to help cover the costs of equipment, production and a babysitter to watch our one-year-old while we record! : ) When you contribute you will also get awesome exclusive benefits for our patrons. You can sign up to donate as little as $2 per month to support the podcast. Any little bit helps! Sign up to support the podcast today. I Do Podcast is also support by: Amazon.com If you shop on Amazon, you can use this link, and we will get a small percentage of everything you buy! Don't worry, this money is coming from Amazon, and you will not pay any extra, and you'll help us out along the way! Click the link here and it will automatically save on your computer for 30 days. After 30 days you can just click again and it will redo it for another 30! Use the link below, and sign up for a free 30-day trial and one free audiobook download! You will have to enter your CC information ,but you can just cancel the trial at the end of the month if you don't like it and not pay a dime. There are a ton of great relationship audiobooks on Audible.com. Consider downloading The 5 Love Languages for your free download. Audibletrial.com/idopodcast We don't like asking our listeners for handouts, so we aren't! The last two options won't cost you any money that you aren't already spending and you can support us on Patreon for less than the cost of a cup of morning Joe! If you haven't already subscribed to I Do Podcast and left us a review on iTunes, that helps us a ton as well Thanks! - Chase and Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 15959: When the Past Affects Your Relationship
Dr. David Richo explains why the way we were raised and how our past experiences affect our relationships. Dr. Richo gives relationship advice on how to deal with our past both individually and with your partner. You will lean the tools to examine your past and the past of your partner to improve your relationship or marriage. Take note of the 5 A's - Attention, Acceptance, Appreciation, Affection and Allowing, and how they will help you work through your past and build a strong relationship or marriage. Today's episode is brought to you by Audible.com. Get a free audio book by signing up for a FREE 30-day trial at audibletrial.com/idopodcast Check out our YouTube channel for post-show recaps and to see us live and in the flesh! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsur4cKEwqv9Y-Axcf2lgkQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 5858: Make Love, Not Conflict
Do you want more love and less conflict in your relationship? Learn how as we talk with psychotherapist and best-selling author, Jonathan Robinson. Listen to today's episode as Jonathan gives us the tools and practices to communicate well and create a strong relationship. Learn about the Acknowledgement Formula and how it can help you understand your partner better and improve your relationship. Find out how pausing during an argument can help you better resolve conflict in your relationship. We all want to feel understood and to have our feelings acknowledged in our relationships. Listen to today's episode to learn how to make this happen! Today's episode is brought to you by Audible.com. Get a free audio book by signing up for a FREE 30-day trial at www.audibletrial.com/idopodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 5757: Fun Fall Dating Ideas For a Stronger Relationship Featuring Samantha Burns
Join us as we talk with the Millennial Love Expert, Samantha Burns, about fun ideas for fall dates, and why dating your partner is so important for a healthy relationship. Samantha is a licensed counselor and dating coach who works with couples and individuals across the country to provide relationship, marriage and dating advice. Samantha has been featured as an expert contributor on sites such as Huffington Post, Women's Health, Brides, Elite Daily and on media such as Inside Edition, Today Show and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 5656: Porn and Your Relationship with Dr. David Ley
EDr. David Ley provides valuable insight and advice on how porn can positively and negatively affect a relationship. 90% of couples never talk about porn use in their relationships. Listen to find out the keys navigating porn use within a relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 5555: Are You Dating the Wrong Types of People? Learn More from Melissa Leger
Melissa is the author of the upcoming book, Gumball Love. We talk about how to filter out the bad guys or girls in dating and relationships. We also cover how to know if the person you are dating is right for you and much more! Don't waste your time dating the wrong people over and over. Listen and learn from our interview with Melissa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 5454: Darya Haitoglou on 6 Tips to Enrich Your Relationship
EJoin us as Darya Haitoglou shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Darya gives relationship advice on 6 Tips to Enrich Relationships in long-term marriage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 5353: We're Back!
After a two year break, Chase and Sarah Kosterlitz are back - married and with a baby! Join us as we continue to share expert advice on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

52: Fiona Fine on How To Put The Fun Back In Dating
Join us as Fiona Fine shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Fiona gives relationship advice on how to put the fun back in dating! As an Author, Speaker and Publisher, Fiona Fine is growing a movement for women (and the men who want to love them) to live and love on their terms. As the Editor-in-Chief of “Women Who Run It: Your Life - Your Love - Your Terms!” and the platform: “How To Put The Fun Back Into Dating”, she advocates for women who want to create their best life of love, work, passion, and... fun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

51: Marina Margulis Explains 10 Signs You're Ready For Marriage
Join us as Marina Margulis shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Marina gives relationship advice on 10 signs you're ready for marriage. Marina is the founder and CEO of NY Socials. She is regarded as a top matchmaker and dating and relationship coach in New York City. She hold a professional Certified Match Maker certification from the Match Making Institute of America, as well as a Certified Professional Coach certification from Fowler International Academy of Professional Coaching. Through New York Socials, Marina offers a suite of high end dating services for members of the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

50: Melinda Blau How to Make Your Spouse Listen When You Need to Talk
Join us as Melinda Blau shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Melinda gives relationship advice on how to make your spouse listen when you need to talk. Award-winning journalist Melinda Blau has been researching, writing and speaking about relationships and social trends for more than thirty years. Her latest book, Family Whispering is the fourth book in the popular Baby Whispering series. She answers readers' questions weekly at "Dear Family Whisperer" on Huffington Post. A featured guest expert on Oprah, Good Morning America, CBS This Morning, and numerous other national and local TV and radio broadcasts, Melinda's writing also has been honored by a wide variety of organizations including the American Psychological Association, the Children's Rights Council and the Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

49: Teagin Maddox on 3 Ways To Get Over Your Ex & Not Get Sucked Back In
Join us as Teagin Maddox shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Teagin gives relationship advice on three ways to get over your ex and not get sucked back in. As a graduate of The Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching, Teagin is a Certified Life Coach, achieving her training from one of the top coach training programs in the country. As a result, her intense approach is unique and skilled, targeting core issues quickly and with purpose. She teaches dating and relationship safety and breakup programs that incorporate money success and start over strategies for women of all ages, delivering powerfully effective communication strategies that help women recognize, avoid, and recover from relationships and money patterns that don’t serve them well. She covers the issues of picking the right partner, personal empowerment, money success, and the art of creating personal, woman-centered businesses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

48: Darlene Lancer on Breaking-Up: Should You Leave Or Can You Get the Change You Want?
Join us as Darlene Lancer shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Darlene gives relationship advice on breaking up and whether you should leave or try to get the change you want. Darlene Lancer is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and expert on relationships and codependency. She’s the author of two books: Codependency for Dummies and Conquering Shame and Codependency: 8 Steps to Freeing the True You and two ebooks:10 Steps to Self-Esteem and How To Speak Your Mind - Become Assertive and Set Limits. Ms. Lancer has counseled individuals and couples for 25 years and coaches internationally. She’s a sought after speaker to national audiences on radio and to professional groups and institutions. Her articles appear in professional journals and many online mental health websites. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

47: Cynthia James Explains Why Men and Women Think So Differently
Join us as Cynthia James shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Cynthia gives relationship advice on why men and women think so differently. Cynthia James is a transformational specialist guiding people as they make changes for lasting healing in their lives. As a speaker, coach, performing artist and multiple award winning author of What Will Set You Free and Revealing Your Extraordinary Essence, Cynthia has coached and supported thousands of people worldwide into vibrant living. Her program,Advanced Awareness Coaching, offers depth, focus and results for high level business leaders. In 2014, Cynthia’s Extraordinary Living Project was selected to be a Commitment Maker by the Clinton Health Matters Initiative. She serves as minister in Special Ministries at Mile Hi Church in Denver, CO. Internationally, Cynthia creates and facilitates Inward Journey pilgrimage retreats. She has completed a Masters Degree in Consciousness Studies from Holmes Institute and Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica. In June of this year, she and her husband of 15 years Carl Studna, created and co-hosted, Bridging the Gender Gap Teleseries, with the focus on developing trust and understanding between men and women in all areas of life. Cynthia is personally committed to utilizing creative expression as a vital and effective healing modality that will assist everyone in their own personal and professional growth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

46: Kaeli Conforti from Budget Travel on Budget-Friendly Romantic Getaways
Join us as Kaeli Conforti from Budget Travel shares her expertise on budget-friendly romantic getaways. Kaeli Conforti is the Digital Editor at Budget Travel. She is originally from Queens, New York, and grew up in Hawaii and Florida before moving back to the Big Apple in 2011 to pursue an Editorial Internship with Budget Travel. Soon after, the internship became a full-time job, and she has been writing, editing and traveling the world as much as possible ever since. Her writing has appeared on BudgetTravel.com as well as the websites for CNN Travel, Fox News Travel, NBC News Travel, Yahoo Travel, and Huffington Post Travel. Some of her favorite places on earth are Machu Picchu, Lake Como, Dublin, Paris; and the Badlands and Black Hills of South Dakota, a truly underrated-but-beautiful part of the country. She loves Aussie accents, experiencing new things, and making friends all over the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

45: Jennifer Chappell Marsh Explains How Couples Therapy Can Improve Your Sex Life
Join us as Jennifer Chappell Marsh shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Jennifer gives relationship advice explaining how couples therapy can improve your sex life. Jennifer Chappell Marsh is a happily married Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. A native of Ohio who has lived in San Diego for over 10 years, Jennifer graduated from Ohio University and then completed her Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology in 2008. Since then, Jennifer has and continues to focus her skills specifically helping individuals and couples improve their relationships. Jennifer currently specializes in providing relationship therapy in her private practice. She has received advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and is in the process of her certification as an EFT therapist. Working primarily with couples (Couples, Marriage and Premarital Counseling), she frequently writes advice pieces for her website and has also been featured on various relationship sites including PsychCentral and YourTango. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

44: Natasha Burton on Keeping the Romance Alive During Wedding Planning
Join us as Natasha Burton shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Natasha gives relationship advice on keeping the romance alive during wedding planning. Natasha Burton is an author, freelance writer and editor whose work regularly appears in Maxim, Cosmopolitan.com, MSN and WomansDay.com, among other print and online outlets. The author of two relationship titles, 101 Quizzes for Couples and The Little Black Book of Big Red Flags, she's regularly called on as a dating expert by various media outlets around the world. She holds a Master's degree in creative non-fiction writing from the University of Southern California, where she formerly taught freshman composition, and lives in Santa Barbara, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

43: Esther Boykin on Making Date Night Work For Your Relationship
Join us as Esther Boykin shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Esther gives relationship advice on making date night work for your relationship. Esther Boykin is a licensed marriage and family therapist and relationship expert who is passionate about helping people build healthier and happier relationships. She believes that meaningful emotional connections start by knowing and loving yourself. She is co-founder of Group Therapy Associates, a mental health practice in Northern Virginia, and together with her business partner hosts a free monthly web series called Q & A with GTA where they answer viewer questions on life, love, and parenting. Esther is passionate about making mental health and personal growth accessible and offers couples and individuals a variety of ways to work with her to reach their goals including, traditional therapy, relationship classes and coaching services. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

42: Edward Callirgos Advises on Conflict in Marriage
Join us as Edward Callirgos shares his expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Edward gives relationship advice on conflict in marriage. Edward Callirgos is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. Edward is a graduate of the Arizona State University Marriage and Family Therapy Program. He is an adjunct instructor at Mesa Community College and a Clinical supervisor at an agency for mandated clients and families. Edward specializes in high conflict couples and families who are questioning divorce or uncertainty regarding their relationship. He lives in Arizona with his wife and 3 kids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

41: Dr. Monica Mandell Explains How Ordinary Routines Can Bring You and Your Spouse Closer
Join us as Dr. Monica Mandell shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Dr. Monica gives relationship advice on how ordinary routines can bring you and your spouse closer. Monica Mandell has a Ph.D. in psychology and has been the director of client services for Selective Search, a national, upscale boutique matchmaking firm since 2007. Her experience working for Selective Search, along with her psychology background, has led her to become a noted relationship expert in the Northeast. She is a regular featured guest on the Philadelphia affiliate stations for FOX, CBS and ABC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

40: Dr. Kate Roberts on The Three C's of Couplehood: Connection, Communication and Chemistry
Join us as Dr. Kate Roberts shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Dr. Kate gives relationship advice on the three C's of couplehood: connection, communication and chemistry. Dr. Kate Roberts is a child and family psychologist and coach, with over 25 years of experience. She is a well-known expert in the field of families, including parents, couples and child psychology, and has published a number of articles in professional journals. Dr. Kate has done over 60 interviews with newspapers and the local television news affiliates of ABC, NBC and CBS. Most recently she has been interviewed by Parenting magazine, Parents Magazine, Boston Metro, Working Mother magazine and Disney Family.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

39: Marc Zola Advises on Taming A Fight
Join us as Marc Zola shares his expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Marc gives relationship advice on taming a fight. Marc Zola is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor. The founder of Eugene Therapy, Marc specializes in treating anxiety, depression and relationship issues. He has a knack for identifying problematic patterns of thought and behavior that tend to keep clients stuck and considers himself a "directive" therapist who readily provides honest feedback to clients. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 3838: Jami & Marla Keller on How To Avoid Conscious Uncoupling
Join us as Jami & Marla Keller share their expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Jami & Marla give relationship advice on how to avoid conscious uncoupling. Jami and Marla Keller are husband and wife and founders of Passion Provokers. Passion Provokers was created in 2011, after 24 years of working in the coaching field. They have refined their process so that 97% of clients get the healing necessary in order to have a conscious coupleship in 5-10 weeks. When they're not coaching, they're enjoying being "empty nesters" in beautiful Boise, Idaho. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

37: Wyatt Darling on The Language of A Healthy Relationship
Join us as Wyatt Darling shares his expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Wyatt gives relationship advice on the language of a healthy relationship. Wyatt Darling is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Los Angeles. He specializes in individual and couples therapy while also treating various sexual dysfunction and relationship concerns. He is an experienced clinician in the areas of LGBT issues, mood disorders, career aspirations and conflicting relationships. Wyatt’s goal is to guide people towards a better understanding of how to cope while dealing with challenging and painful barriers to finding success and establishing fulfilling relationships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

36: Mort Fertel Talks About The Marriage Fitness System
Join us as Mort Fertel shares his expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Mort gives relationship advice from his Marriage Fitness System. Mort Fertel is a world authority on the psychology of relationships and has an international reputation for saving marriages. In addition to working with couples, he teaches individuals how to single-handedly transform their marital situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

35: Morghan Leia Richardson: Divorce Attorney on How to Save Your Marriage
Join us as Morghan Leia Richardson shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Morghan gives relationship advice on how to save your marriage by avoiding certain pitfalls. Morghan Leia Richardson is a divorce attorney and mediator in New York City. She focuses on divorce and family law issues, such as Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights and Marital Property issues. Morghan received her law degree from Tulane Law School in New Orleans, and worked as an extern for Federal Magistrate Judge Louis Moore in the United States Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana. She was also a Managing Editor for the Tulane Maritime Law Journal. She is licensed in Maryland, D.C. and New York. Morghan worked for national litigation firms before starting her Queens-based law practice. She juggles her job as an attorney with her other job as divorced mom of two preschool-aged boys. Her firm is Richardson Legal PLLC and she blogs at The Divorce Artist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

34: Dr. Renée Peltz Dennison Explains Why Following Through With Household Chores is Everything!
Join us as Dr. Renée Peltz Dennison shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Dr. Dennison gives relationship advice on why following through with household chores is everything! Dr. Dennison is currently an assistant Professor of Psychology at St. Mary's College of Maryland. She received her B.A. in Psychology from Kenyon College, and her M.A. and Ph.D. in Family Studies and Human Development from the University of Arizona. Dr. Dennison is an active member in the National Council for Family Relations, the International Association for Relationship Research, the Society for Research on Adolescence, and the Society for the Study of Emerging Adulthood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

33: Debra the “Dating Diva” Explains How Not To Be A Guys Next Dating Mistake
Join us as Debra the “Dating Diva” shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Debra gives relationship advice on how not to be a guys next dating mistake. Debra the “Dating Diva” is an LA-based dating coach and author of How to Be a Man Magnet. When she’s not charming the men of Los Angeles, she’s helping women navigate the crazy world of dating and giving men the inside scoop on what women really want. Through being single, enjoying relationships, conducting research on the dating and relationship opinions and outcomes of men and women all over the country, she’s heard it all and wants to share what she’s learned with us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

32: Dr. Arthur Aron on The Science of Lasting Love
Join us as Dr. Arthur Aron shares his expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Art gives relationship advice on how doing new and exciting activities with your partner will improve your relationship. Dr. Arthur Aron is a Research Professor of Psychology at the State University of New York at Stony Brook and currently a Visiting Professor at UC Berkeley. He received his B.A. and M.A., UC Berkeley and his Ph.D. Social Psychology from the University of Toronto. His research centers on the self-expansion model of motivation cognition in personal relationships, including the neural underpinnings and real-world applications of the model to marriage, family, and intergroup relations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

31: Ashley Davis Bush on Is Your Marriage Leaking?
Join us as Ashley Davis Bush shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Ashley gives relationship advice on leaky marriages and how to fix them. Ashley Davis Bush, LICSW is a psychotherapist in private practice in southern New Hampshire with over twenty years experience in the mental health field. She is also the author of four self-help books, including 75 Habits for a Happy Marriage. She is a regular contributor to the Huffington Post and hosts a radio show on webtalkradio.net called “Embracing Change.” Ashley is happily married and has a blended family of five (mostly grown) children and five pets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

30: Carmelia Ray Explains Three Things You Should Know About Dating A Divorced Person
Join us as Carmelia Ray shares her expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Carmelia gives relationship advice on dating a divorced person. Carmelia Ray is an author, speaker, matchmaking and online dating Expert. She is a certified IDCA dating coach. Carmelia is the chief marketing officer at Instant Chemistry, a bio tech company based in Toronto focused on genetic matchmaking. Carmelia has been working in the dating industry for over twenty two years. She has personally interviewed over 60,000 singles and helped over 7,000 clients with their search to finding someone special. She is the author of the E-book, “Finding the One: an A-Z Guide to Attracting and Keeping Your Soul Mate”, and a conference host to iDate; the largest internet dating and social media conference worldwide. She currently writes for Inside Fitness magazine, Your Tango, Plenty of Fish, Lavalife, Dating Advice & several popular online publications. She is also the founder of her own blog www.datingloveandsextips.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

29: Gal Szekely on What Communication Style Are You?
Join us as Gal Szekely shares his expertise on creating a fulfilling and successful relationship. In this episode, Gal gives relationship advice on communication issues and the different communication styles. Gal Szekely is the founder of The Couples Center, a rapidly growing hub for relationship counseling and education. Gal has a lifelong dedication to learning and growth and is trained in a range of effective couples counseling methods. He is an instructor in the Hakomi experiential therapy method and is part of the Hakomi California teaching staff. His work draws on years of meditation practice and a deep understating of the body-mind connection. Gal also holds a master's in Social Psychology from Tel-Aviv University in Israel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices