Relationships
Made Easy Podcast
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.
Armed with humor, a ton of research and over 30 years of hands-on experience Dr. Abby Medcalf will teach you simple, actionable tools and strategies that you can use today to make all your relationships the best they’ve ever been (including the one with yourself)!
How to Know When It’s Time to Stop Trying in a Relationship (Podcast Episode 365)
How do you know when it’s time to stop trying in a relationship? I get asked this question a lot. How do you know if you’re giving up too soon? How do you know if a relationship still deserves more effort? How do you know if you’ll regret leaving? These questions show...
How to Stop Overthinking What Everyone Thinks of You (Podcast Episode 364)
You think everyone is watching you. You think they noticed the weird thing you said. You think they’re analyzing your silence or your laugh or that moment you stumbled over your words. Then you replay it like it’s your job. Why can’t you stop?! You’re overthinking...
Emotional Flooding in Relationships: What To Do When Your Partner Shuts Down (Podcast Episode 363)
You’re talking about something simple, and suddenly the person across from you shifts. Their voice changes, or they shut down. You can see something taking over. You know you’re not just talking about the dishes or the weekend anymore. You’re talking to someone whose...
Healing When Your Parents Were Neglectful: How to Stop Carrying Their Emotional Absence Into Your Adult Relationships (Podcast Episode 362)
Ever feel like your parents were there but somehow you still grew up feeling unseen, unheard, or like you had to handle everything alone? In this week’s episode, we’re unpacking emotional neglect: what it really is, how it shapes your adult relationships, and five...
Uncertainty: The One Thing You Can’t Avoid and the Skill You Can Build (Podcast Episode 361)
You hate uncertainty. Everyone does. Your brain is wired to treat “not knowing” as a threat. The moment life feels unpredictable, whether it’s waiting for test results, a partner’s mood shift, or your kid not texting back, your brain starts scanning for danger and...
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