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).
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...
HOW TO HAVE A LONG AND HAPPY RELATIONSHIP BACKED BY RESEARCH
Being in love is awesome! And it can also be a huge pain in the ass! Nothing brings us more joy (or more pain) than our romantic partnerships but all the information out there about what to do can be so confusing! Today, I’m cutting through all the noise and bringing...
ASK DR. ABBY: WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR EX SEEMS HAPPY IN A NEW RELATIONSHIP
Your relationship ended but now you’re hearing (or even seeing through your secret IG stalking account) that your ex has moved on and is happy in their new relationship! You’re outraged and doubting yourself! How can they be happy so soon (or why couldn’t they at...
HOW TO PRACTICE SELF-ACCEPTANCE: MY TOP 5 TIPS
Whether you call it self-love, self-approval or self-compassion the research shows that learning to accept yourself is one of the keys to emotional well-being and happiness. Today you’ll learn why it’s so darn hard to accept yourself and how to practice...
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