Gedale Fenster - Podcast Emotional Vampires with Coach Ratner
Jan 9, 2026
In this enlightening discussion, Coach Ratner, a relationship coach and author, delves into his concepts like Emotional Vampires and Sunscreen Love. He shares insights on common marriage failures, the importance of defining love, and the unique needs of men and women. Ratner emphasizes the power of compliments to preserve relationships and outlines practical strategies for managing self-esteem. He discusses healing through spiritual practices, the significance of thoughtful communication, and the transformative nature of marriage as a path to personal growth.
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Clarify Definitions Before Commitment
- Do define terms like 'love' and 'marriage' together so you share expectations before committing.
- Do seek guidance or coaching early to avoid downhill declines in relationships.
Define Love And Use The Four A's
- Do learn each partner's emotional drives and define what love means to both of you before committing.
- Do practice the four A's for women: attention, affection, appreciation, and awareness to show love through action.
Love Needs Daily Maintenance
- Love requires ongoing maintenance like sunscreen that must be reapplied regularly.
- Neglecting small daily romancing allows affection to ‘burn’ away over time.
