Relationship
Tips and Tools
What’s the secret to a happy life? The research says it’s your relationships! But how do you create the connection, joy and ease you crave? The secret is to think about your relationships in a whole new way. Read on for science-based education and actionable tools to make all your relationships the best they’ve ever been (especially the one with yourself).
WHAT TO DO IF YOU’RE EMBARRASSED BY YOUR PARTNER
What do you do if you’re embarrassed by your partner? There are four main ways you might be feeling embarrassed about something your partner did or said and today I’m going to answer a question from a listener while describing how to deal when all you want to do is...
HOW TO BE AN ASSERTIVE AND EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATOR
There are lots of different communication styles out there but, if you want to be an effective communicator in satisfying relationships, you’ve got to learn to be assertive and direct. The research has identified four main communication styles. Three of them aren’t so...
HOW CHILDHOOD TRAUMA AFFECTS RELATIONSHIPS
Everything from your sex life, to troubles with your boss at work, to your ability to trust and be open with your partner can be affected by abuse or trauma from your childhood. The good news is that the challenges you face today don’t have to be permanent! Today I’m...
HOW CAN I MAKE MY PARTNER PUT MORE EFFORT INTO OUR RELATIONSHIP?
Dear Abby - How can I make my partner put more effort into our relationship...? Do you feel like you’re the one putting in the lion’s share of the effort in your relationship? How can you get your partner to own up and do their fair share? In today’s episode I’ll be...
THE SECRET TO HAPPY, SUCCESSFUL RELATIONSHIPS: ATTENTION AND INTENTION
The secret to happy, successful relationships boils down to two things: your attention and your intention. I’ve been talking about the importance of focusing your attention and setting your intention for a while now. What I haven’t done, is explain the difference and...
5 RESEARCH-BACKED WAYS TO HAVE MORE SELF-DISCIPLINE AND SELF-CONTROL
Whether you call it self-discipline, grit, determination or willpower, the research shows that people who learn self-control are happier, healthier and have stronger relationships. But how do you get there – how do you have more self-discipline and self-control? Today...
WHAT TO DO IF YOUR PARTNER IS FRIENDS WITH AN EX (AND YOU DON’T LIKE IT)
Your partner is friends with an ex and it's bugging you! Is it OK to be jealous? Can exes really be just friends? How should you approach your partner about your unhappiness? Today I'm answering these questions and more in this Ask Dr. Abby episode of the podcast....
HOW TO DISCUSS RELATIONSHIP PROBLEMS WITH YOUR PARTNER WITHOUT IT TURNING INTO A FIGHT
You’ve got some issues with your partner, some things they’re doing that are driving you crazy or maybe it’s some things they’re not doing that have gotten under your skin. But every time you try to speak to them about your relationship problems, you’re met with anger...
HOW TO SAVE A DAMAGED RELATIONSHIP: RESTART YOUR RELATIONSHIP RIGHT NOW
You’re looking to save your relationship but it’s not in a great place. Where do you start? Can you even change a damaged relationship if your partner isn’t interested in doing anything? The answer is “Yes!” You can absolutely make changes, but you’ve got to approach...
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU CAN’T LET GO OF YOUR UNHEALTHY RELATIONSHIP
I’ve gotten a lot of letters and questions from people who are in an unhealthy relationship that they know isn’t “good for them” but they don’t know how to leave or if they ever can or even should! Maybe they’re in a relationship with an addict or alcoholic – whatever...
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