The Learn to Love Podcast

What are the words we all need to hear? What does anxiety have to do with our relationships? What does faith mean in both a secular and spiritual context? Find out in this week's episode of The Learn to Love Podcast, where your host Zach Beach interviews the psychologist and author, Dr. Bruce Chalmer. For more on this episode click here: https://www.the-heart-center.com/ep-112-seven-words-to-jump-start-your-love-life-with-bruce-chalmer/ Learn more about your guest below: Dr. Bruce Chalmer is a psychologist in Vermont who has been working with couples for over thirty years. Through his teaching, consulting, writing, podcast, and videos about relationships, his ideas have helped thousands of couples and their therapists. Dr. Chalmer is the author of "It's Not About Communication! Why Everything You Know About Couples Therapy is Wrong", published in 2022, and "Reigniting the Spark: Why Stable Relationships Lose Intimacy, and How to Get It Back", published in 2020. With his wife, educator Judy Alexander, Dr. Chalmer co-hosts the "Couples Therapy in Seven Words" podcast. - https://brucechalmer.com - https://www.facebook.com/drbrucechalmer - https://www.youtube.com/user/brucechalmer - https://couplestherapyinsevenwords.com/ - https://ctin7.com - Reignite the Spark: https://amzn.to/3FnZ3w7 - It's Not About Communication!: https://amzn.to/3LmZx9k - Seven Words to Jump-Start Your Love Life: https://amzn.to/3Z2ZSS5 Learn more about your host and the show at: www.zachbeach.com www.the-heart-center.com *****Support The Show****** If you like the show there are many ways you can support it, such as, - Schedule a FREE love coaching session with Zach: https://www.zachbeach.com/coaching/ - Check out one of our sponsors, Listenable, and use the discount code “zachbeach” for the first seven days on the platform for free. There you can find Zach’s How To Be a Better Partner Course: https://frstre.com/go/?a=76205-87a7d9&s=1256514-e13191&p_affiliate.referral_code=zachbeach - Purchase a book from our blossoming professional network: https://www.the-heart-center.com/books/ - Purchase one of Zach's books: https://www.amazon.com/author/zach_beach - Review, Like, and Subscribe to the show on iTunes. - Like us on Facebook facebook.com/learntolovenow - Join the Facebook Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428012130828678/

Ep 111: Caregiving, Love, and Aging with Daniella Marchick How do we love someone who is dying? What does intimate caregiving look like? How can I take care of myself, while taking care of someone else? Find out in this week's episode of The Learn to Love Podcast, where your host Zach Beach interviews the therapist and caregiver, Daniella Marchick. For more on this episode click here: https://www.the-heart-center.com/ep-111-caregiving-love-and-aging-with-daniella-marchick/ Learn more about your guest below: Daniella Marchick Licensed Therapist is passionate about Elder Caregivers. She has been in private practice for the past 6 years focusing on elders and caregivers. She attended her Masters in Counseling and Certificate in Gerontology at Portland State University. Prior to school she worked as an Activities Assistant at Cedar Sinai Park where she daily spent time with elders diagnosed with Dementia and their caregivers. Her passion project is putting together a workshop to teach fellow therapist, coaches and helping professionals about the emotional path of care partners. She works with adult families, individuals and has a group program for elder caregivers. Now she lives in Tübingen Germany and spends her free time snuggling her dog and cooking. Learn more at - www.marchickcounseling.com - www.professionalcompetencyineldercaregiving.com - www.supportivecaregivers.com - https://www.instagram.com/supportivecaregivers/ - https://www.facebook.com/marchickcounseling Learn more about your host and the show at: www.zachbeach.com www.the-heart-center.com *****Support The Show****** If you like the show there are many ways you can support it, such as, - Join our IN PERSON Mindful Self Compassion Training starting April 12th in Berkeley: https://www.the-heart-center.com/programs/mindful-self-compassion-training-msc/ - Schedule a FREE love coaching session with Zach: https://www.zachbeach.com/coaching/ - Check out one of our sponsors, Listenable, and use the discount code “zachbeach” for the first seven days on the platform for free. There you can find Zach’s How To Be a Better Partner Course: https://frstre.com/go/?a=76205-87a7d9&s=1256514-e13191&p_affiliate.referral_code=zachbeach - Purchase a book from our blossoming professional network: https://www.the-heart-center.com/books/ - Purchase one of Zach's books: https://www.amazon.com/author/zach_beach - Review, Like, and Subscribe to the show on iTunes. - Like us on Facebook facebook.com/learntolovenow - Join the Facebook Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428012130828678/

Ep 110: Preparing for the Dating Jungle with Tami Kiekhaefer Is there a person out there for everyone? What are the biggest red flags to look out for? What are the foundations for a happy relationship? Find out in this week's episode of The Learn to Love Podcast, where your host Zach Beach interviews the incredible therapist and author Tami Kiekhafer. For more on this episode click here: https://www.the-heart-center.com/ep-110-preparing-for-the-dating-jungle-with-tami-kiekhaefer/ Learn more about your guest below: Tami Kiekhaefer, LCSW has operated a successful psychotherapy practice since 2002. She provides individual, family and couples therapy around anxiety, depression, domestic violence, trauma, relationships, and empowerment. She has taught workshops and spoken on podcasts guiding people to gain awareness of what is not working in their lives while offering strategies to gain a sense of internal control. Tami is a certified yoga instructor and weaves concepts of holistic therapy into her clinical work. Combining a body/ mind/ soul approach, she addresses every angle crucial for stability and peace. Learn more at - https://healthyhealing.net/ - https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensempowermenttoolkit - https://www.instagram.com/tamikieklcsw/ - https://www.pinterest.com/TamiKiekhaeferLCSW/ - https://www.tiktok.com/@tamikiek_lcsw - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZgkoGJWBQrvn9aTQFaSHhw - Tami's book: https://amzn.to/3myWaBY Learn more about your host and the show at: www.zachbeach.com www.the-heart-center.com *****Support The Show****** If you like the show there are many ways you can support it, such as, - Join our IN PERSON Mindful Self Compassion Training starting April 12th in Berkeley: https://www.the-heart-center.com/programs/mindful-self-compassion-training-msc/ - Schedule a FREE love coaching session with Zach: https://www.zachbeach.com/coaching/ - Check out one of our sponsors, Listenable, and use the discount code “zachbeach” for the first seven days on the platform for free. There you can find Zach’s How To Be a Better Partner Course: https://frstre.com/go/?a=76205-87a7d9&s=1256514-e13191&p_affiliate.referral_code=zachbeach - Purchase a book from our blossoming professional network: https://www.the-heart-center.com/books/ - Purchase one of Zach's books: https://www.amazon.com/author/zach_beach - Review, Like, and Subscribe to the show on iTunes. - Like us on Facebook facebook.com/learntolovenow - Join the Facebook Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428012130828678/

Ep 109 : A Conversation About Mindful Self Compassion with Denis Udall and Zach Beach What is Mindful Self Compassion? How do we cultivate it? Is self compassion a weakness, or a strength? Find out in this week's episode of The Learn to Love Podcast, where your host Zach Beach speaks with Denis Udall about their upcoming course in Berkeley, starting April 12th. To register for the course head to: - https://www.the-heart-center.com/programs/mindful-self-compassion-training-msc/ - https://berkeleymsc.eventbrite.com/ For more on this episode click here: https://www.the-heart-center.com/ep-109--a-conversation-about-mindful-self-compassion-with-denis-udall-and-zach-beach/ Learn more about your guest below: Denis Udall is a Trained Mindful Self-Compassion Teacher. Denis was taught by Chris Germer, Kristin Neff and Steve Hickman, and received his MSC teaching certificate from the University of California-San Diego Center for Mindfulness. He has practiced mindfulness and compassion-based meditation since 2000, and previously taught MSC in Berkeley, CA and online. Denis has worked in education philanthropy for over 20 years. *****Support The Show****** If you like the show there are many ways you can support it, such as, - Join our IN PERSON Mindful Self Compassion Training starting April 12th in Berkeley: https://www.the-heart-center.com/programs/mindful-self-compassion-training-msc/ - Schedule a FREE love coaching session with Zach: https://www.zachbeach.com/coaching/ - Check out one of our sponsors, Listenable, and use the discount code “zachbeach” for the first seven days on the platform for free. There you can find Zach’s How To Be a Better Partner Course: https://frstre.com/go/?a=76205-87a7d9&s=1256514-e13191&p_affiliate.referral_code=zachbeach - Purchase a book from our blossoming professional network: https://www.the-heart-center.com/books/ - Purchase one of Zach's books: https://www.amazon.com/author/zach_beach - Review, Like, and Subscribe to the show on iTunes. - Like us on Facebook facebook.com/learntolovenow - Join the Facebook Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428012130828678/

What does it mean to live in a love vibration? How can we find joy in every moment? Is unconditional love possible? Find out in this week's episode of The Learn to Love Podcast, where your host Zach Beach interviews the author and transformational coach, Julie Hilsen. For more on this episode click here: https://www.the-heart-center.com/ep-108-a-life-of-love-with-julie-hilsen/ Learn more about your guest below: Julie Hilsen is a certified Angel Practitioner, intuitive and transformational coach, and the author of Life of Love: A Joyful Guide to Self and Sensuality, where she shares her passion for living a life of magic and joy. Her masters in communication sciences and connections to Spirit are blended within her book to share secrets about creating a unique life of deep, expansive love. Julie has her own weekly podcast entitled, Life of Love, where she hosts guests sharing inspiration, stories, connections and community. Learn more at - www.youneedapeptalk.com - https://www.instagram.com/jhilsen/ - https://www.facebook.com/jhilsen - https://gracepointpublishing.com/bookstore/books-cards/life-of-love/ - https://open.spotify.com/show/0Wgxf6W1CGgmC2r2Owmy28 - Julie's book: https://amzn.to/41F8CjB Learn more about your host and the show at: www.zachbeach.com www.the-heart-center.com Support The Show: If you like the show there are many ways you can support it, such as, - Buy a book from our blossoming professional network: http://www.the-heart-center.com/books/ - Register for Relationship Mastery, a 6-week self-guided course to take your relationship to the next level. https://www.the-heart-center.com/relationship-mastery-landing-page/ - Check out one of our sponsors, Listenable, and use the discount code “zachbeach” for the first seven days on the platform for free. There you can find Zach’s How To Be a Better Partner Course: https://frstre.com/go/?a=76205-87a7d9&s=1256514-e13191&p_affiliate.referral_code=zachbeach - Purchase The Seven Lessons of Love: Heart Wisdom for Troubling Times on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Lessons-Love-Heart-Wisdom-Troubling/dp/1983940704/ - Purchase a love shirt and show the world your love of love https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-heart-center/ - Review, Like, and Subscribe to the show on iTunes. - Like us on Facebook facebook.com/learntolovenow - Join the Facebook Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428012130828678/

What is consensual nonmonogamy? What are the biggest mistakes people make when opening up their relationship? How can we handle the fear of losing our partner? Find out in this week's episode of The Learn to Love Podcast, where your host Zach Beach interviews Andre Lazarus and Susannah Rose For more on this episode click here: https://www.the-heart-center.com/ep-107-consensual-non-monogamy-with-andre-lazarus-and-susannah-rose/ Learn more about your guest below: SUSSANAH ROSE: After serving as a Marine Corps Officer through two combat tours in Afghanistan, Susannah experienced a profound spiritual awakening to find her flow. Now she serves as a dedicated "Warrior for Peace" and Embodied Consciousness Guide. She co-founded House of Metamorphosis, a 508(c)1a (pending) organization that offers healing retreats and transformative coaching programs. Through this work, she guides others in Sacred Medicine Ceremony to align their spiritual and human selves, so they may remember purpose and find deep connection with their Self and Others. ANDRE LAZARUS: Andre Lazarus is a Certified Intimacy, Sex and Relationship Guide, trained Surrogate Partner, as well as Sacred Intimate with 9+ years of experience helping individuals and couples discover their intimate and erotic power. As a multisexual being experienced in Consensual Non-Monogamous dynamics, Andre’s unique approach to sexuality, sensuality and the bond people share make him a thought leader and knowledgeable practitioner. Andre specializes in erotic desire, sexless relationships, sexual trauma healing, erectile concerns, rapid ejaculation, bdsm, consensual non-monogamy, and more. Learn more at - www.coming-closer.com - https://opentomore.mykajabi.com/ - https://www.instagram.com/comingcloserwithandre/ - https://www.instagram.com/susannahroses/ Learn more about your host and the show at: www.zachbeach.com www.the-heart-center.com *****Support The Show****** If you like the show there are many ways you can support it, such as, - Join our IN PERSON Mindful Self Compassion Training starting April 12th in Berkeley: https://www.the-heart-center.com/programs/mindful-self-compassion-training-msc/ - Schedule a FREE love coaching session with Zach: https://www.zachbeach.com/coaching/ - Check out one of our sponsors, Listenable, and use the discount code “zachbeach” for the first seven days on the platform for free. There you can find Zach’s How To Be a Better Partner Course: https://frstre.com/go/?a=76205-87a7d9&s=1256514-e13191&p_affiliate.referral_code=zachbeach - Purchase a book from our blossoming professional network: https://www.the-heart-center.com/books/ - Purchase one of Zach's books: https://www.amazon.com/author/zach_beach - Review, Like, and Subscribe to the show on iTunes. - Like us on Facebook facebook.com/learntolovenow - Join the Facebook Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428012130828678/

What does it mean when we say we love things? How is our love for things and humans different? How do the things we love "make us who we are?" Find out in this week's episode of The Learn to Love Podcast, where your host Zach Beach interviews the professor and researcher, Aaron Ahuvia. For more on this episode click here: https://www.the-heart-center.com/ep-106-loving-things-with-aaron-ahuvia/ Learn more about your guest below: Aaron Ahuvia is a professor at the University of Michigan Dearbron and has been ranked by a Stanford University study as being in the top 2% of all scientists worldwide. He is the world’s leading expert on the psychology of a somewhat different kind of love, he studies the psychology of love when people love objects, activities, and all sorts of other things. He has found that by looking at love in these unusual contexts you can get some interesting insights into the nature of love itself and better understand all forms of love, including the love of people. His popular book, The Things We Love: How Our Passions Connect Us and Make Us Who We Are, has won the distinction of being an “editor’s choice” and “best nonfiction book” on Amazon. Earlier in his career, he was also a leading expert on dating services and even ended up on the Oprah Winfrey show. Learn more at - www.TheThingsWeLove.com - https://www.facebook.com/aaron.ahuvia - The Things We Love Book: amzn.to/41lAlpg Learn more about your host and the show at: www.zachbeach.com www.the-heart-center.com *****Support The Show****** If you like the show there are many ways you can support it, such as, - Join our IN PERSON Mindful Self Compassion Training starting April 12th in Berkeley: https://www.the-heart-center.com/programs/mindful-self-compassion-training-msc/ - Schedule a FREE love coaching session with Zach: https://www.zachbeach.com/coaching/ - Check out one of our sponsors, Listenable, and use the discount code “zachbeach” for the first seven days on the platform for free. There you can find Zach’s How To Be a Better Partner Course: https://frstre.com/go/?a=76205-87a7d9&s=1256514-e13191&p_affiliate.referral_code=zachbeach - Purchase a book from our blossoming professional network: https://www.the-heart-center.com/books/ - Purchase one of Zach's books: https://www.zachbeach.com/category/books/ - Review, Like, and Subscribe to the show on iTunes. - Like us on Facebook facebook.com/learntolovenow - Join the Facebook Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428012130828678/

Hello Learn to Love Listeners, Just letting you know that I, Zach Beach, the host will be taking a break this second half of the year to travel and teach. We'll return in January 2023 with more amazing guests and content. Stay in touch with me: - Website: www.zachbeach.com - Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/author/zach_beach - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zachbeachlove - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachbeachlove/ - Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/zachbeachlove - Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/zjb407/videos - The Heart Center Love School: http://www.the-heart-center.com/

Why is love so important for our health and longevity? How does our love change over time? How can we ensure a passionate and enthusiastic love for our partners for the rest of our lives? Find out in this week's episode of The Learn to Love Podcast, where your host Zach Beach interviews both the Marriage and Family Therapist Dr. Barbara Grossman and the Physician Michael Grossman on Ageless Love. For more on this episode click here: https://www.the-heart-center.com/ep-105-ageless-love-with-dr-michael-and-dr-barbara-grossman/ Learn more about your guests below: For over twenty-five years, Drs. Michael and Barbara Grossman have taught thousands of couples practical skills to create a fulfilling romantic partnership. They have TV appearances on CBS, NBC, Fox, and CW. They deliver a powerful interview to discover the secrets to having a fulfilling long-term romantic partnership with a genuine love that lasts forever through all the phases of life. Learn more at - https://fallinginloveforever.com/ - https://foreverloveskills.com/inlove - https://www.agelesslovequiz.com/inlove - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelgrossmanmd/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbaragrossmanphd/ Learn more about your host and the show at: www.zachbeach.com www.the-heart-center.com Support The Show: If you like the show there are many ways you can support it, such as, - Buy a book from our blossoming professional network: http://www.the-heart-center.com/books/ - Get any of Zach's books: https://www.amazon.com/author/zach_beach - Register for Relationship Mastery, a 6-week self-guided course to take your relationship to the next level. https://www.the-heart-center.com/relationship-mastery-landing-page/ - Check out one of our sponsors, Listenable, and use the discount code “zachbeach” for the first seven days on the platform for free. There you can find Zach’s How To Be a Better Partner Course: https://frstre.com/go/?a=76205-87a7d9&s=1256514-e13191&p_affiliate.referral_code=zachbeach - Purchase a love shirt and show the world your love of love https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-heart-center/ - Review, Like, and Subscribe to the show on iTunes. - Like us on Facebook facebook.com/learntolovenow - Join the Facebook Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428012130828678/

How important is sex to the success of a relationship? Is there a connection between passion in our sex life, and passion in the rest of our life? Why does being a selfish lover actually makes you a better lover? Find out in this week's episode of The Learn to Love Podcast, where your host Zach Beach interviews the incredible family therapist and sex therapist Liz Dube all about sex. For more on this episode click here: https://www.the-heart-center.com/ep-104-talking-about-sex-with-liz-dube/ Learn more about your guest below: Liz Dube (sounds like Doobay), is a Certified Sex Therapist, Coach and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who loves working with people who want to better understand themselves sexually and feel sexually empowered. She has a private practice in Long Beach, CA where she helps people with all things related to sex and intimacy; and she has an On-line Coaching Program for Women Struggling with Sexual Desire. Through her use of humor, modeling healthy sexuality, and normalizing all sexual experiences and desires, she helps others break through sexual shame and barriers. Her compassionate yet no bullshit approach empowers, engages, and encourages others to start creating the sex lives they deserve! She's helped thousands of men, women, and couples feeling stuck sexually and is working her ass off to save the world one bedroom at a time. Learn more at - www.talksexwithliz.com - https://lizdube.com/ - https://www.facebook.com/talksexwithliz - https://twitter.com/talksexwithliz - https://www.tiktok.com/@talksexwithliz Learn more about your host and the show at: www.zachbeach.com www.the-heart-center.com Support The Show: If you like the show there are many ways you can support it, such as, - Buy a book from our blossoming professional network: http://www.the-heart-center.com/books/ - Register for Relationship Mastery, a 6-week self-guided course to take your relationship to the next level. https://www.the-heart-center.com/relationship-mastery-landing-page/ - Check out one of our sponsors, Listenable, and use the discount code “zachbeach” for the first seven days on the platform for free. There you can find Zach’s How To Be a Better Partner Course: https://frstre.com/go/?a=76205-87a7d9&s=1256514-e13191&p_affiliate.referral_code=zachbeach - Purchase The Seven Lessons of Love: Heart Wisdom for Troubling Times on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Lessons-Love-Heart-Wisdom-Troubling/dp/1983940704/ - Purchase a love shirt and show the world your love of love https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-heart-center/ - Review, Like, and Subscribe to the show on iTunes. - Like us on Facebook facebook.com/learntolovenow - Join the Facebook Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428012130828678/