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S3 Ep 135135. FOMO: Why You Have it and How to Make it Stop

Do you get anxious or envious when you hear about your colleague’s fabulous vacation? Are you constantly overcommitting? Or maybe you get off social media feeling depressed? You, my friend, are suffering from FOMO: the fear of missing out! Today I’m going to show you how it’s not your fault that you’re on the FOMO train (your brain made you do it) and my top ways to get off that train and start living a peaceful, satisfied life just as you are! Full shownotes (scroll down to sign up for newsletter): https://abbymedcalf.com/fomo-the-real-reason-youve-got-it-and-how-to-make-it-stop/ Blog post: https://abbymedcalf.com/fomo-the-fear-of-missing-out/ Loving Kindness Meditation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzP24O1O7lE&t=1s ______________________________ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 30, 202131 min

S3 Ep 134134. Unsupportive Friends and Family: The 5 Things You Want to Do

It seems like the definition of friends and family would be “people who have your back, no matter what.” Sadly, that’s not often how it feels. Today you’ll learn the 4 reasons friends and family are unsupportive and my top 5 tips for handling them like a pro so you can walk away feeling calm and confident. Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/unsupportive-friends-and-family-the-5-things-you-want-to-do/ Join the waitlist for my upcoming book, Negative Thinking Sucks (and Not in a Good Way!): https://abbymedcalfthriving.lpages.co/negative-thinking/ Loving Kindness Guided Meditation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzP24O1O7lE&t=1s Blog post: https://abbymedcalf.com/unsupportive-friends-and-family-the-5-things-you-want-to-do-2/ ______________________________ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 23, 202135 min

S3 Ep 133133. Negative Self-Talk and Your Inner Critic Need to Go

Are you dealing with negative self-talk? Is your inner voice an a-hole? Do you routinely say things to yourself like: “Why can’t you ever speak up for yourself?” “Yeah, the boss said I did a great job on that project, but she was just being nice” or “What’s wrong with me?” Today you’ll learn why you’ve got that jerk in your head and my top 3 ways to shut them up! AND I’ve got a free gift for you to really shift that inner voice so stick around! Join the waitlist for my upcoming book on negative thinking: https://abbymedcalfthriving.lpages.co/negative-thinking/ Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/negative-self-talk-and-your-inner-critic-need-to-go/ Blog post: https://abbymedcalf.com/negative-self-talk-blog/ Loving Kindness Guided Meditation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzP24O1O7lE Optimism Jumpstart Workshop: https://abbymedcalf.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/8 _________________________ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 16, 202137 min

S3 Ep 132132. Emotional Affairs: What to Do and What to Avoid

An emotional affair can be even more damaging to a relationship than a physical one. There’s only so much emotional bandwidth each of us has every day and if your partner is expending that precious energy outside your relationship, that’s going to create disconnection and hurt. Today I’m teaching you the difference between an emotional affair and friendship, the 4 things you should definitely avoid if your partner is having an emotional affair and the 3 things you want to start doing to turn your relationship around! Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/emotional-affairs-what-to-do-and-what-to-avoid-2/ Collaborative Questions (scroll down to the bottom and sign up): https://abbymedcalf.com/emotional-affairs-what-to-do-and-what-to-avoid-2/ Forgiveness Master Class: https://abbymedcalf.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/6 Blog post: https://abbymedcalf.com/emotional-affairs-what-to-do-and-what-to-avoid/ ------------------------------ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 9, 202141 min

S3 Ep 131131. What to Do if Your Partner Threatens a Breakup or Divorce

What can or should you be doing if your partner is making threats and telling you they’re unhappy? Today I’m going to teach you the 4 things to look out for that might mean your partner is serious and not just making a threat. And then we’re diving deep into the 3 things you need to know, and the 3 things you can do, to turn your relationship around. I’ve also got one of my amazing gifts for you that’s really going to help you create a loving, connected relationship. Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/what-to-do-if-your-partner-threatens-a-breakup-or-divorce/ FREE Loving Kindness Guided Meditation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzP24O1O7lE Blog post: https://abbymedcalf.com/what-to-do-if-your-partner-threatens-a-breakup-or-divorce/ ------------------------------ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 2, 202130 min

S3 Ep 130130. Self-Sabotage: What it is, Why You Do It, and How to Stop it

Self-sabotage can show up in any relationship: with our partner, boss, friend or, the one that hurts the most, in our relationship with ourselves! When you self-sabotage you’re holding yourself back from the person you want to be. Today I’m going to teach you why you self-sabotage, the surprising ways it can show up that you didn’t even realize and my 4-step process for stopping the sabotage and creating connection and trust in all your relationships. Full shownotes (and wait list for my NEW BOOK!): https://abbymedcalf.com/self-sabotage-what-it-is-why-you-do-it-and-how-to-stop-it/ Sign up for the FREE Meditation Starter Kit: https://abbymedcalf.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/9 _____________________________ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 23, 202136 min

S3 Ep 129129. Regret Sucks: The 3-Step Process to Make it Stop

Superman did it, but you can’t. The past is unchangeable. Period. End of story. The could’ve and should’ve clearly doesn’t help, but we do it anyway. What’s up with this destructive pattern and how do we change it? Today, I’m going to walk you through my 3-step process to stop regretting an unhappy past and start living in a happy now. Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/regret-sucks-the-3-step-process-to-make-it-stop-2/ Sign up to get my FREE Rational Emotive Therapy (RET) tool! Scroll down to the bottom: https://abbymedcalf.com/regret-sucks-the-3-step-process-to-make-it-stop-2/ --------------------------------- For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 16, 202130 min

S3 Ep 128128. How to Stop Caring So Much About What Other People Think

Today I’m going to take you through the 5 most common ways caring too much about what other people think shows up in your life and my top 5 strategies for dealing with each type of situation. By the end of this podcast you’ll have real ways to move from caring so much what others think, to caring first and foremost what you think! Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-stop-caring-so-much-about-what-other-people-think-2/ ----------------------------- For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 9, 202150 min

S3 Ep 127127. Coping with Grief and Loss: From Breakups to Death to Losing a Job

Grief and loss aren’t just about someone dying. Sometimes you’ll experience these feelings due to something out of your control like being fired or someone breaking up with you. Other times, you’ll experience these feelings even when you were the one in control. You might have voluntarily moved from your home or state, been the one doing the breaking up, decided to stop drinking and you can still experience these same acute feelings of heartache, anguish and misery. Today I’m going to teach you how to know if you’re stuck in a grief process (and don’t even realize it), my different take on those famous stages of grief and my top tips for coping whether you’ve been betrayed, lost a job, had someone die or moved to a new home! And, as a special bonus, I’ve got my top tips for Helping Someone Else Through the Grieving Process – so stay tuned! Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/coping-with-grief-and-loss-from-break-ups-to-death-to-losing-a-job-2/ Get the FREE Top Tips for Helping Others Cope with Grief and Loss (scroll down to the bottom): https://abbymedcalf.com/coping-with-grief-and-loss-from-break-ups-to-death-to-losing-a-job-2/ ------------------------------ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 2, 202141 min

S3 Ep 126126: Moving On After a Divorce or Break Up

You can’t stop thinking about him. She’s on your mind day and night. You’re trying to distract yourself, but all you can think about is them! Trying to move on after a divorce or break up can leave you feeling anxious, frustrated, and even ashamed of yourself. Today I’m going to tell you the surprising real reason it’s so tough to move on (so you can stop being so hard on yourself) and then (as always) the 7 things you can do to find peace and joy as quickly as possible. Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/moving-on-after-a-divorce-or-breakup-2/ Click here and scroll down to sign up for the waitlist for my book: https://abbymedcalf.com/moving-on-after-a-divorce-or-breakup-2/ ___________________________ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 26, 202138 min

S3 Ep 125125: 3 Tips for Effective Communication in any Relationship

If I could boil down everything I’ve learned in the last 30 years to have great communication in both your business and personal life, it would be what I’m teaching you today. These 3 things are the reason you’ve tried communication tools before and they haven’t worked. It’s because you’ve got to establish these 3 pillars first, and then you can create connection and understanding in all your relationships. Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/3-tips-for-effective-communication-in-every-relationship-2/ Free journaling exercise for effective communication (scroll down to the bottom): https://abbymedcalf.com/3-tips-for-effective-communication-in-every-relationship-2/ -------------------- For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 19, 202134 min

S3 Ep 124124: How to Listen Without Getting Defensive and Hurt

It doesn’t matter if it’s your partner, friend or a work colleague -- it’s so easy to get defensive and butt-hurt when they’re coming at you with something they’re upset about. When you get into a fear-based emotion yourself, you end up with a conversation that spirals down and you both walk away feeling misunderstood, unhappy and disconnected. What’s the answer? You can listen without getting hurt and have a great outcome if you follow my quick and easy 7-step process. Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-listen-without-getting-defensive-or-hurt-2/ Free Quick Sheet: "2 Ways to Say How You Feel without Hurt or Defensiveness" (scroll down to the bottom): https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-listen-without-getting-defensive-or-hurt-2/ _____________________________ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 12, 202138 min

S3 Ep 123123: What Self-Care Really Means (It's Not What You Think)

Self-care is, above all else, paying attention to how you feel! You can exercise all day and get a mani/pedi every week but if you’re not feeling happier or calmer overall, what’s the point? All the physical self-care in the world won’t get you where you’re trying to go if you ignore your emotional self-care. If you’ve been struggling with figuring out how to create effective self-care, today's episode is for you. As always, I've got my top tips and a free gift to integrate all that learning! Get the FREE Meditation Starter Kit here: https://abbymedcalf.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/9 Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/what-self-care-really-means-2/ ------------------------------ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 5, 202142 min

S3 Ep 122122: How to Deal with a Narcissist

Do you know someone who prioritizes their own needs over yours, with no apology? Maybe you feel like you can’t get their attention or feel like a priority? Do you often walk on eggshells around this person because they’re easily offended, and God forbid you give them feedback or criticism because they blow up? Or maybe you know someone who is always acting like the victim and blaming you when things aren’t going the way they want? Then you, my friend, might know a narcissist. Today you’ll learn what narcissism really is (yes, you need more than your Google degree to start throwing that word around) and the most effective ways of dealing with them. Don't forget to leave a review! I'll be forever grateful! Get the FREE Calibration Exercise here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wtDzbxzQIs Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-deal-with-a-narcissist ______________________________ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 22, 202048 min

S3 Ep 121121: What to Do If you Don't Like Your Partner's Friends or Family

When you fall in love with someone you get more than just that person because they come with a whole community of friends and family. If you’re lucky, you find that these are all your people too. However, in many cases, you find yourself surrounded by people you don’t like and wouldn’t choose to spend time with if it weren’t for your partner. Today I’m coming at you with the top 6 things you want to be doing if you don’t like your partner’s friends or family. Sign up for the FREE Communication Tool Kit for Couples: https://abbymedcalfthriving.lpages.co/communication-crash-course/ Get my book: Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won't Do a Thing: https://www.amazon.com/Be-Happily-Married-Partner-Thing-ebook/dp/B07MMTCR7B Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/what-to-do-if-you-dont-like-your-partners-friends-or-family-2/ _____________________________ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 15, 202037 min

S3 Ep 120120: Dealing with Judgmental and Critical People this Holiday Season

I get asked a lot how to deal with judgmental and critical people. This is an issue for just about everyone, so today I’m coming at you with the 2 reasons people act this way and then my top 4 strategies for finding peace and calm, no matter what they say. Get my book on Audible: Be Happily Married: Even if Your Partner Won't Do a Thing: https://www.audible.com/pd/Be-Happily-Married-Audiobook/B07WMW9J2Q Get my FREE Meditation Starter Kit: https://abbymedcalf.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/9 Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/dealing-with-judgmental-and-critical-people-this-holiday-season-3/ ______________________________ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 8, 202037 min

S3 Ep 119119: Tiny Habits: How Small Changes Get Big Results. An Interview with BJ Fogg

Join me and NY Times Best Selling author, BJ Fogg, who talks about his amazing book, Tiny Habits: The Small Changes that Change Everything. Today you're going to learn the simple but effective tools to change some small things and get huge results. You won't need to make any New Years' resolutions because you'll already by already practicing great new habits by the time you ring in 2021! Join Dr. BJ Fogg's Behavior Design Bootcamp here: https://www.bjfogg.com/bootcamp Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/tiny-habits-how-small-changes-get-big-results-an-interview-with-bj-fogg/ -------------------- For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 1, 20201h 10m

S3 Ep 118118: How to Get Grounded and Balanced this Holiday Season

The holidays are a time when many people throw their rules aside and end up with lots of overdoing: too much food, too much booze or drugs, putting money on credit cards for gifts and travel and trying to cram more into your days than the space-time continuum allows. Layer on top of that all the COVID hell and you’ve easily got a recipe for feeling like crap come January 2nd. I’m here to be your cheerleader today and give you an easy 3-step plan to create a holiday season of joy and serenity. By the time you ring in 2021, you’ll have built positive momentum and feel motivated to keep going. You won’t need to make any resolutions (they fail the vast majority of the time anyway) because you’ll already be feeling great! PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW! Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-get-grounded-and-balanced-this-holiday-season/ FREE Meditation Starter Kit: https://abbymedcalf.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/9 ______________________________ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 24, 202035 min

S3 Ep 117117: What to Do When Someone You Love is Struggling with Drugs and Alcohol

Figuring out how to deal with someone who’s struggling with drugs and alcohol is a topic for any time of year, but if someone you know seems to have a problem, the upcoming holidays are often a time when it’s going to really be highlighted. As a recovering drug addict myself, this is a topic near and dear to my heart. Today I’m giving you everything you need to know to approach any person who’s struggling with drugs and alcohol from a place of confidence and love. Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/what-to-do-when-someone-you-love-is-struggling-with-drugs-and-alcohol-2/ You can get the special "How to Speak to Someone Struggling with Drug or Alcohol Use" Guide at the shownotes link above. Blog post: https://abbymedcalf.com/what-to-do-when-someone-you-love-is-struggling-with-drugs-and-alcohol/ Get my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won't Do a Thing, on Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Be-Happily-Married-Audiobook/B07WMW9J2Q ------------------------- For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 17, 20201h 1m

S3 Ep 116116: Top 5 Coping Skills to Deal with Family Driving You Crazy During the Holidays

Today I’m talking about the five ways your family is likely going to drive you crazy this holiday season along with my top five tips for battling back so you can have a joyful, sane and connecting holiday season. And the best news? I’m not going to tell you you have to be grateful or appreciate anyone! Full shownotes (plus "I Feel Exercise"): https://abbymedcalf.com/family-driving-you-crazy-during-holidays/ ____________________ For quick tips and actionable advice, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more great advice from blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Take one of my courses: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 10, 202045 min

S3 Ep 115115: 3 Ways to Deal with Loneliness and Isolation during the COVID Holidays and Beyond

Feeling lonely sucks! If you’re listening, it means you’ve likely experienced the pain of feeling lonely or isolated at some point in your life. Social connection is imperative for humans. It improves our mental well-being and our physical health. Studies have even shown that a lack of social connection can be more detrimental to your health than smoking or obesity! Well, today is all about answers. We’re going to dive into the stigma of loneliness, the difference between being alone and being lonely, and my top 5 ways to deal with loneliness and isolation during the COVID holidays and beyond! Optimism Jumpstart Workshop: https://abbymedcalf.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/8 Be a Connection Boss playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0wOpVVerQKN38XJ_rB0Em4c8na2rpUX7 Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/three-ways-to-deal-with-loneliness-and-isolation-during-the-covid-holidays-and-beyond/ Blog post: https://abbymedcalf.com/three-ways-to-deal-with-loneliness-and-isolation-during-the-covid-holidays-and-beyond-2/ ___________________________ Subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Buy my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Take one of my courses: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 3, 202054 min

S3 Ep 114114: The Simple Hack to Stop Your Negative Thoughts All Day

Here we are in our last week of Goodbye Negative Thinking Month! For the last 2 weeks, I’ve been laying out the pillars of the Goodbye Negative Thinking Trinity: First, we discussed the importance of starting each day with positive momentum. Then last week I taught you the second pillar which was all about calibrating and being the dominant vibration in the room. Today, we’re going to discuss the last pillar of the Goodbye Negative Thinking Trinity, which helps you keep that positive momentum going ALL DAY LONG! AND I’ve got another free fabulous gift for you to make it easier than ever to stop your negative thinking! FREE Guided Visualization to stop negative thinking: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbHUtCA0LGc&feature=youtu.be _________________________ Subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Buy my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Read the blog or sign up for the newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Take one of my courses: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 27, 202038 min

S3 Ep 113113: The Secret to Positive Thinking in All Your Relationships

When it comes to positive thinking you’ve likely got two big problems that I’m going to help you solve today: 1) You’re in a negative space too often and that’s affecting your relationships. Maybe your negative thinking has you feeling depressed, anxious, impatient or easily frustrated. This, of course, impacts everything from your communication to your connection in all your relationships. 2) You get into a negative space because of other people’s negative energy and emotions or because you start worrying about what other people are thinking. Then you start to spin and there you go down the negative thinking spiral! So stay tuned because you’re about to learn an amazing tool that’s not only changed my own life, but the lives of thousands of people I’ve worked with over the years! AND I’ve got an amazing gift for you at the end that’s going to help you change that negative thinking quickly. FREE Calibration Exercise: Create a Positive Vibration to Start Your Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wtDzbxzQIs&feature=youtu.be Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/113-2/ Blog: https://abbymedcalf.com/?p=2902&preview=true _____________________________ Subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Buy my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Find more free tips on my blog or by signing up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Take one of my courses: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 20, 202039 min

S3 Ep 112112: Finally Stop Having Negative Thoughts

Do you have negative thoughts that you just can’t seem to stop thinking? If you’ve tried tools to stop negative thoughts and you haven’t been successful, then this episode is for you. The issue is that you’ve been going about stopping negative thoughts the wrong way. Namely, you wait until you have them, and then you try to stop them. There’s something I call the Goodbye Negative Thinking Trinity and, when you use it consistently, you’ll be able to alter your negative thoughts to such a degree that they don’t bother you and no longer have any power in your life. Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/112/ Good Morning Guided Meditation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5D4RTI_mKiY ------------------------- Subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Buy my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Read my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Take one of my courses: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 13, 202032 min

S3 Ep 111111: The Real Reason You Have Negative Thoughts and 2 Things You Can Do About It

I’m devoting this whole month to how to be happy now. I'll talk about how to stop negative thinking, how to start positive thinking, how to avoid the mistakes you’ve likely made in the past when you’ve tried affirmations and thinking positive thoughts, what the steps are for living happily in your now and how to make these changes and keep them for the long haul (and, of course, showing you all the research to back it up). Get ready to say goodbye to the negative thinking treadmill and hello to a welcome cycle of happiness and peace. Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/111-2/ Get your FREE Meditation Starter Kit: https://abbymedcalf.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/9 ------------------------ Subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Buy my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Read the blog or sign up for the newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Take one of my courses: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 6, 202044 min

S3 Ep 110110. How to Stop Being Jealous in a Relationship

Last week I talked about what to do if your partner is jealous and this week I’m focusing on you! Today I’m covering everything you ever wanted to know about why you’re jealous but were too jealous to ask. Then I’m going to, as always, give you actionable tips to move away from jealousy and resentment and towards confidence, clarity and joy. Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/110-2/ Relationship Goal Setting Workbook: https://abbymedcalf.vipmembervault.com/teaser/courses/view/5 -------------------- Subscribe to my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/AbbyMedcalfThriving Buy my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Read my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Take one of my courses: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 29, 202029 min

S3 Ep 109109: What to Do if Your Partner is Jealous

Having a jealous partner sucks. And I don’t just mean a partner who thinks you’re cheating. I’m also talking about a partner who isn’t supportive of your wins or who tries to diminish your accomplishments. Get ready for a two-part series on jealousy. This week I’m going to give you my 5-step process for what to do if your partner is jealous so you can move from fear and resentment to connection and hope. Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/109/ Relationships Goal Setting Workbook: https://abbymedcalf.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/5 -------------------- Subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Buy my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Read the blog or sign up for the newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Take one of my courses: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 22, 202040 min

S3 Ep 108108: Pandemic Burnout: How to Stay Calm and Focused

Do you notice that you’re feeling more tired or fatigued these days? Maybe you’re having difficulty concentrating or find yourself more impatient than usual? It might be that you just flat out feel more depressed or anxious. Whether you’re noticing symptoms or not, you are likely suffering from what’s now known as coronavirus fatigue or pandemic burnout. Today I’m going to teach you how to identify your symptoms and my top tips to help you stay calm and focused right now. Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/108/ FREE Optimism Jumpstart Workshop: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ ------------------------- Subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Buy my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Read the blog or sign up for the newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Take one of my courses: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 15, 202045 min

S3 Ep 107107: Ask Dr. Abby: What to Do if You and Your Partner Want Different Things in Bed

Does your partner want different things in the bedroom than you? Today I'm coming at you with my 3-step process for getting on the same page in the bedroom, and beyond. Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/ask-dr-abby-what-to-do-if-you-and-your-partner-want-different-things-in-bed/ For the 15 Questions to Ask for a Better Sex Life, click on the link above, scroll down to the bottom, and enter your name/email. -------------------- Subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Buy my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Read the blog or sign up for the newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Take one of my courses: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 8, 202040 min

S3 Ep 106106: What to Do if My Partner is Depressed (and How to Know if They're Just Sad)

Depression is more common than you may think! According to the World Health Organization, more than 264 million people worldwide experience depression. There are many different types of depression and the symptoms can vary among people. But the big question is, how do you know if someone is depressed or just having a hard time? And, once you know, what should you do? Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/what-to-do-if-my-partner-is-depressed-and-how-to-know-if-theyre-just-sad-2/ To download the RET Tool, click here, scroll down to the bottom and enter your name and email in the field provided: https://abbymedcalf.com/what-to-do-if-my-partner-is-depressed-and-how-to-know-if-theyre-just-sad-2/ -------------------- Subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Buy my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Read the blog or sign up for the newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Take one of my courses: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 1, 202045 min

S3 Ep 105105: What to Do When the Honeymoon Phase Ends in Your Relationship

What to do when that honeymoon phase ends in your relationship? I’ve got your answer: Be happy because it means you’ve moved on to better things! The honeymoon phase, where everything feels amazing, is due to a biochemical process called limerence and this is like the best push-up bra in the world: It looks great in the beginning but, eventually, everyone’s going to figure out what’s real. Find the full shownotes here: https://abbymedcalf.com/what-to-do-when-the-honeymoon-phase-ends-in-your-relationship-2/ ___________________ Subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Buy my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Read the blog or sign up for the newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Take one of my courses: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 25, 202051 min

S3 Ep 104104: How to Fight Fair: The 3 Rules for Having an Effective Argument

Today I’m going to teach you how to have a fair fight with anyone, whether it’s a partner, coworker or friend. I'll share the reason why tools have failed in the past (there’s a secret here that’s not going to be a secret after today), and then I’m coming at you with my top 3 rules for having a fair, effective fight AND an awesome, easy tool you’ll be able to download to stop a fight in its tracks! Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-fight-fair-the-3-rules-for-having-an-effective-argument/ To access the Wake-Up Word exercise, click on the shownotes link above and scroll down to the bottom. ---------- Subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Buy my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Read the blog or sign up for the newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Take one of my courses: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 18, 202038 min

S3 Ep 103103: Ask Dr. Abby: My Partner Doesn't Listen to Me

Does someone complain to you about something and then, when you give them ideas and solutions, do they shoot you down? Today I’m going to tell you why that happens and the simple but super effective tool to make it stop. Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/ask-dr-abby-my-partner-doesnt-listen-to-me-2/ ---------- Subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Buy my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Read the blog or sign up for the newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Take one of my courses: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 11, 202029 min

S3 Ep 102102 Why Sleep is the Secret to Great Relationships

Your day doesn’t start when you turn off your alarm in the morning. Your day starts when you set the alarm the night before. Getting your butt to bed at a reasonable hour and then getting shut eye is key to having a good day. With good sleep you’ll feel closer to your partner, be more productive and creative at work, be a more patient parent and even lose weight and be more satisfied in your life overall. Sleep is the answer to your happy life! Find the full shownotes here: https://abbymedcalf.com/why-sleep-is-the-secret-to-great-relationships-2/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Buy my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Read the blog or sign up for the newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Take one of my courses: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 4, 202052 min

S3 Ep 101101 The 3 Best Tools to Use in Every Relationship

I have long believed that the tools I teach apply to any and all relationships. It’s time to simplify your life and focus on a few tools that you’ll use everywhere. No more worrying, “How do I talk to my boss?,” “Is there any way to get through to my mother-in-law?,” “Am I a lousy parent?!” Today's episode will cover the secret to making tools work in every relationship including my top 3 tips! Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/the-3-best-tools-to-use-in-every-relationship-2/ Buy my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Read the blog or sign up for the newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Take one of my courses: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 28, 202050 min

S2 Ep 100100 How to Create Resilient Relationships So You Can Feel Ease, Joy and Connection

Today you'll learn one of the foundations of not only a happy, connected relationship, but of a happy, fulfilled life: resilience! The good news is that resilience is a skill you can learn. People in resilient relationships report more ease, satisfaction, & better health. So join me as I break down what resilience really is, why you need it to be happy and my top tips for making it happen! Full shownotes: https://bit.ly/39leZhs Free Optimism Jumpstart Workshop: https://bit.ly/2WJGYSO Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 20, 202053 min

S2 Ep 99099 How to Deal with Passive Aggressive People

Whether it’s a backhanded compliment, a guilt trip, martyrdom, or that sarcastic comment, it’s always annoying and frustrating to deal with someone who’s being passive aggressive. My goal today is that you’ll walk away with a better understanding of what’s really going on when someone acts this way and some actionable tools to do something about it. Listen up if you’re ready to stop feeling frustrated and stuck and start feeling empowered. Check out the full shownotes here: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-deal-with-passive-aggressive-people-2/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 14, 202039 min

S2 Ep 98098 How Do You Build a Healthy Relationship?

How do you build a healthy relationship? It's all about your mindset. In today's "Ask Dr. Abby" segment, I'm going to answer this question and give you my three best tips for creating a mindset that'll set up the happiest of relationships! Check out the detailed shownotes here: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-do-you-build-a-healthy-relationship/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 7, 202033 min

S2 Ep 97097 How to Identify Your Relationship Blindspots

If you look up blind spot in the dictionary it says, “An area in which your view is obstructed.” The problem with blind spots in our relationships is that they stop us from exhibiting a healthy perspective. Our judgment and awareness become skewed so we don’t make the healthiest decisions or have the best reactions to situations and people. Today you’re going to learn all about what creates these blind spots and, of course, my top tips for how to “see” again! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 30, 202041 min

S2 Ep 96096 My Partner Won't Listen to Me!

Tired of saying the same thing to your partner over and over? Does it feel like your partner isn't listening to you? Today I'm going to talk about what's driving all this misunderstanding: it's the power struggle that's happening that you're not even aware of! For more detail on this topic, head over to my full shownotes here: https://abbymedcalf.com/my-partner-wont-listen-to-me-2/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 23, 202035 min

S2 Ep 95095 My Partner Is Driving Me Crazy in Quarantine!

If you’re a human being and living with your partner, there’s a high likelihood that you’ve come close to killing them a few times since March. In fact, the things that used to only slightly annoy you might now feel at such epic proportions that divorce might seem like a good option. Don't despair! In today's podcast I'm explaining why it's so hard right now and giving you some tips on how to deal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 16, 202039 min

S2 Ep 94094 What to Do if You're Being Treated Unfairly

Have you got a coworker who undermines you, but your boss doesn’t see it and thinks your coworker is the bees knees? Or maybe you’ve got a sibling who cuts you down and “teases” you and, when you’ve confronted them, they say you’re too sensitive and can’t take a joke. Today I’m doing an “Ask Dr. Abby” broadcast where we go deep into what to do when you’re being treated unfairly! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 9, 202036 min

S2 Ep 93093 How Emotional Labor is Killing Your Relationship and What to Do About It

“Emotional labor” refers to all the pieces we need to think about in running a family, such as making meals, cleaning, shopping, childcare, and overall love and support. In today’s episode I explain how emotional labor is hurting your relationship and what to do about it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 2, 202041 min

S2 Ep 92092 How to Say "No" and Stick to It

"Are you feeling resentful or exhausted? Is there a fair amount of passive aggressive behavior between you and your partner (or between you and anyone else)? Then you might not be saying “no” enough. Today I’m going to teach you: Why it’s so hard to say "no" Why women have a harder time saying "no" than men My top 5 tips for getting great at saying "no" I’ve got a little giveaway today to help you say "no" more easily, so stick around! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 26, 202043 min

S2 Ep 91091 How to Stay Sane When the World is Going Crazy

Tune in today to learn about the two main things you have to do if you want to stay sane while the world is going crazy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 14, 202032 min

S2 Ep 90090 Best Relationship Advice: 5 Key Philosophies

This is round two in my “Best Relationship Advice” series. Today, I’m going to teach you the five best philosophies or mindsets to have. These are the tried-and-true ways of thinking that have helped my clients move from disconnected, resentful and frustrated with their partner to emotionally close, at ease and happy with their main person. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 6, 202046 min

S2 Ep 89089 How to Deal with People Who Get on Your Last Nerve

Do you have that person who's just bugging the you-know-what out of you? Well, be bothered no more! Today I’m coming at you with my top 5 tips for dealing with those people who get under your skin! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 31, 202030 min

S2 Ep 88088 How to Apologize for Real! (And Why It's So Hard)

Have you ever wondered why it's so hard to apologize? Have you ever apologized and had the other person tell you it was no good? Then today's show is for you! I'll answer all your questions and outline the 6 steps (backed by research) to a real apology! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 24, 202039 min

S2 Ep 87087 What to Do if Your Partner Is Having a Midlife Crisis

Is your partner having a midlife crisis or are they just depressed? What can you do to really help them get out of their struggle and feel happy and sane? Today, I'll outline all you need to know and give you my top 4 tips for how to help your partner through a midlife crisis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 17, 202046 min

S2 Ep 86086 Best Relationship Advice: 5 Quick Wins

My goal with this first episode in my Best Relationship Advice series is to give you tips for quick wins that you can use right now to see positive results in a short amount of time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 10, 202039 min