Relationship Doctor

This is The Beginning of the End, a Relationship Doctor mini-series from author and podcaster Jessie Stephens. Jessie's debut book, Heartsick, follows three stories of heartbreak, the kind of heartbreak that upends a life, and puts words around a brand of grief that we, as a culture, do not respect enough.In this three-part mini-series, Jessie shares three brand new stories, unique to the podcast. In episode three, Jessie turns inwards, and tells us her own story of heartbreak.Purchase Heartsick:AmazonBookshop.orgAudibleRead a transcript of this episode on Simplecast.Relationship Doctor is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is The Beginning of the End, a Relationship Doctor mini-series from author and podcaster Jessie Stephens. Jessie's debut book, Heartsick, follows three stories of heartbreak, the kind of heartbreak that upends a life, and puts words around a brand of grief that we, as a culture, do not respect enough.In this three-part mini-series, Jessie shares three brand new stories, unique to the podcast. In episode two, we hear the story of Laura.Purchase Heartsick:AmazonBookshop.orgAudibleRead a transcript of this episode on Simplecast.Relationship Doctor is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is The Beginning of the End, a Relationship Doctor mini-series from author and podcaster Jessie Stephens. Jessie's debut book, Heartsick, follows three stories of heartbreak, the kind of heartbreak that upends a life, and puts words around a brand of grief that we, as a culture, do not respect enough.In this three-part mini-series, Jessie shares three brand new stories, unique to the podcast. In episode one, we hear the story of Samantha.Purchase Heartsick:AmazonBookshop.orgAudibleRead a transcript of this episode on Simplecast.Relationship Doctor is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we're dropping an episode from another great podcast here on Quick and Dirty Tips—The Savvy Psychologist.Listen to the Savvy Psychologist in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How can you maintain your relationship after the birth of your first child? Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, looks at the research.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the Relationship Doctor podcast. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/quickdirtytipshttps://twitter.com/quickdirtytips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stressed out by Valentine's Day? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains how you can make your Valentine's Day special instead of stressful. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know that there are actually five different flirting styles? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains why flirting is an important part of starting new relationships and maintaining established ones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Living as a single person has become an increasingly popular choice for American adults in the last 10 years. In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains why singlehood can lend itself to life satisfaction and happiness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you believe that all disagreement is destructive? Or that your partner has to be able to read your mind? This week, the Relationship Doctor breaks down 4 common myths that can damage our relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you afraid to discuss finances with your partner? Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains why talking about your finances is important, even if it may be uncomfortable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does your bedtime routine say about your relationship? More than you might think. In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, breaks down the science behind bedtime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode of Relationship Doctor, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt is joined by Dr. Nanika Coor of Project Parenthood and Dr. Monica Johnson of Savvy Psychologist for a panel episode on New Year's Resolutions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you struggle to find the perfect gift for your partner? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, breaks down the science behind why we give gifts and what research says is the best kind of gift for your partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fact: your partner will bother you sometimes. Conventional wisdom says to pick your battles and not sweat the small stuff, but in this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains how that can actually have a chilling effect on your relationship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you or your partner cheat, is it the end of your relationship? Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, talks about the complex issue of cheating and what it may mean for your relationship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever seen an online dating profile that makes a person seem almost too good to be true? In this week's episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, talks about how common it is for people to lie when dating online and when it actually matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While you might have guessed that being affectionate can improve your relationship's health, did you know it can improve your physical and mental health, too? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains the health benefits of affectionate communication. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The holidays can be a time of great joy and good food, but can also be a source of tension in our relationships. In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, provides advice on how to navigate difficult conversations about where to spend the holidays this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Which of the seven kinds of love are you experiencing in your relationship today? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains the Triangular Theory of Love and the three core components of love that are the pillars of romantic relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How can you build and sustain a meaningful and happy relationship while long-distance? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains how you can maintain your long-distance relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Love languages have been a pop culture sensation for nearly 30 years—but are they based in any actual science? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains why love languages are not scientific, but why they may be useful anyway. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does online dating feel more like a game and less like a process of finding your right person? Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains why having too many choices in your dating apps may actually lead you to be less satisfied in your resulting relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why is it that some relationship research doesn't resonate with you and your experiences? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains why some relationship data is just plain WEIRD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Perfect relationships don't exist. So why do we pretend they do when we look at other couples on social media? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains how social comparisons can negatively affect your relationship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever felt like your help went unnoticed or was unappreciated by your partner? Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains invisible support efforts and the different ways we provide support to our partners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever wanted to give a relationship a second chance? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains the risks of on-again/off-again relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuck in a situationship and aren't sure how to make it into a relationship? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt explains why defining your relationship is important for your mental health and how to have that risky conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While it may not happen consciously, everyone does a cost-benefit analysis of their relationship in difficult moments. What considerations lead people to stay or leave their relationships? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever used a secret test, like waiting for a partner to text you first, to assess the state of your relationship? Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains why secret tests can actually be harmful to your relationship Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you been ghosted by a romantic partner? Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains why people resort to ghosting when things aren't working out, and how to cope with being ghosted if it happens to you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In light of the recent divorce announcements of several high profile couples in their 50s and 60s, Relationship Doctor Rachel Vanderbilt explores some of the reasons for the rise in "gray divorce." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Small talk on dating apps can feel awkward and corny--but it's also a way to assess compatibility before you waste your time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Data from the 1980s and 1990s showed that moving in with a romantic partner before marriage was associated with an increased risk of divorce. But that conclusion doesn't tell the whole story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Relationship Doctor podcast will return to your favorite podcast app for weekly episodes beginning August 2. Now hosted by Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, Relationship Doctor will bring friendly advice based on cutting-edge relationship science right to your ears. Make sure to follow Relationship Doctor wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The goal of any intimate conversation is simple: to know your partner more fully, and to be more fully known by them. Everything else is secondary. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/mental-health/intimate-conversation | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenSnyderMD/ | Twitter: https://twitter.com/SexualityToday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're among the one in five adults with anxious attachment style, you're probably extra sensitive to signs of emotional danger in a relationship. Here's what you can do.TRANSCRIPT & LINKS: Read the transcript: https://quickanddirtytips.com/relationships/marriage/anxious-attachment-style | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenSnyderMD/ | Twitter: https://twitter.com/SexualityToday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of you wants to talk about your relationship. The other one would cheerfully rather submit to a tax audit. Here are some practical suggestions.TRANSCRIPT & LINKS: Read the transcript: https://quickanddirtytips.com/relationships/marriage/we-need-talk | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenSnyderMD/ | Twitter: https://twitter.com/SexualityToday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Children's TV host Fred Rogers had an unusual capacity for love that few of us can attain. But his example can inspire the rest of us to love more deeply.TRANSCRIPT & LINKS: Read the transcript: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/medical-conditions/childrens-health/mister-rogers | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenSnyderMD/ | Twitter: https://twitter.com/SexualityToday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Texting in a relationship can be fun, sexy, and even useful. But there are also some huge pitfalls to avoid. Is your relationship text smart?TRANSCRIPT & LINKSRead the transcript: https://quickanddirtytips.com/relationships/dating/text-relationshipCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: https://quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsJOIN THE CONVERSATIONFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenSnyderMD/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SexualityToday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Some people have trouble regulating their use of video games. Here's what to do if you think your partner might be one of them.TRANSCRIPT & LINKSRead the transcript: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/mental-health/addicted-video-gamesCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsJOIN THE CONVERSATIONFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenSnyderMD/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SexualityToday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Intimate communication is inherently risky, but that's where the greatest rewards are. Here's a quick guide to doing it right.TRANSCRIPT & LINKSRead the transcript: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/mental-health/intimate-communicationCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsJOIN THE CONVERSATIONFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenSnyderMD/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SexualityToday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Science has learned a lot recently about our instinct to stay secure by keeping people close. Here's how you can put this knowledge to work.TRANSCRIPT & LINKSRead the transcript: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/mental-health/attachment-styleCheck out all tdtps://twitter.com/SexualityToday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is your relationship growing strong, or is it time to ... leave? (Yeah, pun intended.)TRANSCRIPT & LINKSRead the transcript: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/mental-health/self-care/healthy-relationship-signsCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsJOIN THE CONVERSATIONFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenSnyderMD/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SexualityToday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You don't need gifts or fancy vacations to make your partner happy—it's a whole lot simpler than that.Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/relationships/dating/keep-partner-happyCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW RELATIONSHIP DOCTORFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenSnyderMD/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SexualityToday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's easier than you think to find yourself in a one-sided relationship. Here are three things to look for in a good, equal partner, and they all begin with the letter R.Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/one-sided-relationshipCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW RELATIONSHIP DOCTORFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenSnyderMD/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SexualityToday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The best way to win an argument is to make sure your partner feels like they’re winning, too. Here's how.Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/relationships/romance/win-argumentCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW RELATIONSHIP DOCTORFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenSnyderMD/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SexualityToday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sex can take a backseat in a relationship for surprising reasons. Here are three ways to keep physical intimacy alive and prevent a sexless relationship.Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/prevent-sexless-relationshipCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW RELATIONSHIP DOCTORFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenSnyderMD/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SexualityToday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you have no idea what the other person is really thinking, it's easy to assume the worst. Here's how to keep your brain from sabotaging your dating life.Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW RELATIONSHIP DOCTORFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenSnyderMD/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SexualityToday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For thirty years, I've watched couples struggle with tough decisions, where compromise just isn't possible. Here's what works, and what doesn't.Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/relationships/decision-making-relationshipsCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW RELATIONSHIP DOCTORFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenSnyderMD/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SexualityToday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are soulmates real? Believing you've found your one true match may not be the best thing for your relationship. Here's another way to look at "the one."Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/mental-health/are-soulmates-realCheck out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastsFOLLOW RELATIONSHIP DOCTORFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenSnyderMD/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SexualityToday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.