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).

Focus on Self-Love Not Just Self-Compassion

Focus on Self-Love Not Just Self-Compassion

OK, when I hear the words self-love, I want to throw up in my mouth a little because I’m thinking of some Brené Brown quote needlepointed onto a pillow or a bunch of people in a drum circle chanting, “I am worthy.” Today we’re taking self-love out of the woo and...

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Instead of Date Nights, Work on Micro-Connections

Instead of Date Nights, Work on Micro-Connections

I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: Great relationships aren’t built in a day. Great relationships are built daily. While date nights and vacations are wonderful, either we don’t do those often enough to keep emotional intimacy going, or there’s so much...

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Is it Love Bombing or Codependent Affection Flooding?

Is it Love Bombing or Codependent Affection Flooding?

Love bombing gets a lot of attention and is usually discussed alongside narcissism or when we discuss trauma bonding. But what I’ve seen more often in my over 35 years of experience is something I call Attention Flooding, which can look like love bombing, but its...

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The Real Reason You’re Having a Quarter-Life Crisis

The Real Reason You’re Having a Quarter-Life Crisis

10-minute read A quarter-life crisis comes about when you’re faced with the reality that your life is not what you thought it was going to be. It’s an emotional crisis of identity and self-confidence. You’re faced with the feeling that maybe you’re not being true to...

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The Secret to a Happy Life and Relationships: Resilience

The Secret to a Happy Life and Relationships: Resilience

Today I’m celebrating the 250th episode of the Relationships Made Easy Podcast, and I’m closing out our fifth season with some big love! Today you’re going to learn one of the foundations of a happy, fulfilled life rich with confidence, connection, and ease:...

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Five Tips for Co-Parenting with a Toxic Ex

Five Tips for Co-Parenting with a Toxic Ex

You’ve tried being easy-going and flexible, and you’ve tried being clear and firm, but nothing has worked when it comes to co-parenting with your ex, and I can tell you why: You’re trying to do the impossible. If your ex is narcissistic, abusive, controlling, rageful,...

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Adult ADHD at Work: How to Get Shit Done

Adult ADHD at Work: How to Get Shit Done

Last week I taught how to deal with a loved one with ADHD. You learned what exactly ADHD is and how it’s diagnosed, what causes it, and my 12 steps to finding connection and peace if your partner has ADHD. Today I’ll talk about the top five problems you’ll likely face...

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