

Relationships Made Easy
Dr. Abby Medcalf
The research says the key to a happy life is happy relationships. But how exactly do you make your relationships better? That’s what this show is all about. I’m Dr. Abby Medcalf, psychologist, best-selling author, TEDx speaker, and (according to my kids) the bossy Jewish mom you didn’t know you needed. With decades of experience and millions of listeners in over 180 countries, I give you the no-fluff, research-backed strategies to make all your relationships better: with your partner, your family, your friends, and (most importantly) yourself. Every week on the Relationships Made Easy podcast, I mix straight talk, humor, and science to help you communicate effectively, set healthy boundaries, and stop second-guessing yourself. Because great relationships aren’t built in a day. Great relationships are built daily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 1, 2021 • 40min
144. One-Sided Friendships: The 5-Step Process to Loving or Leaving Them
Do you have a friend who you’re always there for but, when you’re in need, they ghost you or offer minimal energy or support? Basically, are you in a friendship where it’s always all about them? Maybe you’ve been friends for years and you just want things to be more equal. Or maybe you don’t want to be friends anymore but can’t figure out how to leave without all the drama. Either way, I’ve got you covered so stay tuned! Please rate and leave a review! Grab the "I Feel Formula" here (scroll down and enter your name/email): https://abbymedcalf.com/one-sided-friendships-the-5-step-process-to-loving-or-leaving-them/ Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/one-sided-friendships-the-5-step-process-to-loving-or-leaving-them/ Blog: https://abbymedcalf.com/one-sided-friendships-the-5-step-process-to-loving-or-leaving-them-2/ ________________________________ Sign up for my weekly newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 25, 2021 • 45min
143. Is Your Relationship Worth Saving?
Have you been wrestling over The Clash’s epic line, “Should I stay or should I go?” Yes, this indecision is bugging you! The waffling back and forth, the feeling of uncertainty is the worst. You don’t want to regret -- you want to be 100% confident that breaking up (or staying) is the right decision. In my over 30 years of working with couples, I’ve identified a 5-step process you should be thinking about first if you’re wondering whether you should stay or go. Grab your FREE Figuring Out Your Committment Worksheet here (scroll down): https://abbymedcalf.com/is-your-relationship-worth-saving-2/ Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/is-your-relationship-worth-saving-2/ Blog: https://abbymedcalf.com/is-your-relationship-worth-saving/ ______________________________ Sign up for my weekly newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Clubhouse: @abbymedcalfphd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 18, 2021 • 40min
142. The 5 Ways Imposter Syndrome is Hurting All Your Relationships
When you get a compliment do you say things like: “I just got lucky;” “We did so well on that project because Jane was running it;” “I’m not really a good mom -- I’ve got a lot of help.” Then you may have Imposter Syndrome. Today you’ll learn if you have it and the 5 ways it’s hurting all your relationships. Top Tips for Getting Over Your Imposter Syndrome (scroll down to the bottom and enter your name/email): https://abbymedcalf.com/the-5-ways-imposter-syndrome-is-hurting-all-your-relationships-2/ Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/the-5-ways-imposter-syndrome-is-hurting-all-your-relationships-2/ Blog: https://abbymedcalf.com/the-5-ways-imposter-syndrome-is-hurting-all-your-relationships/ Sign up for my weekly newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/ _______________________________ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Clubhouse: @abbymedcalfphd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 11, 2021 • 42min
141. How to Stop Rescuing and Start Supporting
Being a rescuer will keep you stuck, disconnected and dissatisfied in your relationships. Today you’ll learn my 4 simple steps to stop rescuing so you can start truly connecting and supporting the people in your life. Follow me on Instagram! Join me on Clubhouse: @abbymedcalfphd Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-stop-rescuing-and-start-supporting-2/ I Feel Statement Exercise (scroll down and enter your name and email): https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-stop-rescuing-and-start-supporting-2/ Blog post: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-stop-rescuing-and-start-supporting/ ------------------------------ Sign up for my weekly newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Clubhouse: @abbymedcalfphd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 4, 2021 • 42min
140. How to Own Your Shit and Stop Blaming Other People
Owning your shit is the key to a happy life because if you don’t own your shit, it’ll own you. If you’re blaming anyone else for anything in your life, it’s keeping you stuck. If you’re focusing on what your partner, boss or dad is doing wrong, it’s keeping you stuck! Today I’m going to teach you the 3 ways you’re neglecting your own emotional needs and how to fix it! Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-own-your-shit-and-stop-blaming-other-people-2/ Blog: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-own-your-shit-and-stop-blaming-other-people/ FREE Mindfulness Starter Kit (scroll down and enter your name and email): https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-own-your-shit-and-stop-blaming-other-people-2/ Follow me on Instagram: @abbymedcalfthriving Follow me on Clubhouse: @abbymedcalfphd ______________________________ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Clubhouse: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 27, 2021 • 1h 3min
139. 3 Steps to Loving Detachment
If you often feel worried about a loved one, disappointed or upset by their choices, or like your emotions revolve around whether they’re “doing well” or not, then detaching with love is the key to feeling grounded, guilt-free and at peace. Today I’m going to teach you my 3 steps to loving detachment so stay tuned! Please subscribe and leave a review! Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/3-steps-to-loving-detachment/ Blog: https://abbymedcalf.com/3-steps-to-loving-detachment-2/ Loving Kindness Meditation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzP24O1O7lE FREE Mindfulness Starter Kit (scroll down to the bottom & enter your name & email): https://abbymedcalf.com/3-steps-to-loving-detachment/ _________________________________ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 20, 2021 • 46min
138. The Easiest and Most Effective Way to Solve Any Problem
There you are in the problem. “I can’t pay these bills.” “My partner’s driving me crazy.” “I think my boss hates me.” “I need to lose weight.” “I’m lonely.” Because this is a big issue in your life, you think about it often. You speak to anyone who’ll listen. It keeps you up at night as you search for answers. You believe that the way to solve your issue is to fixate on it but that never gives you long-term results and you end up complaining about the same issues over and over! Today I’m going to teach you how you’re hijacking your own brain and the truly quick and effective way to not only solve your problems but how to actually feel happier every day. Please leave a review! Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.com/the-easiest-and-most-effective-way-to-solve-any-problem-2/ Blog post: https://abbymedcalf.com/the-easiest-and-most-effective-way-to-solve-any-problem/ ______________________________ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 13, 2021 • 35min
137. The 5 Signs That You're Not Communicating
Talking to someone who’s not listening is like speaking to a drunk person. They can sort of hold a conversation with you, but they’re not really present or engaged, and they’re not going to remember a thing you said tomorrow. Today I’m going to teach you the 5 signs that they’re not listening (so you’re not communicating) and my super simple, amazingly effective tool to get the conversation back on track! Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.wpengine.com/the-5-signs-that-youre-not-communicating-2/ Sign up for the FREE Wake-Up Word Exercise here (just scroll down): https://abbymedcalf.wpengine.com/the-5-signs-that-youre-not-communicating-2/ Blog: https://abbymedcalf.wpengine.com/the-5-signs-that-youre-not-communicating/ Don't forget to rate and leave a review! ------------------------------ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 6, 2021 • 34min
136. Codependency, Counter-Dependency and Narcissism, Oh My!
“What the hell is counter-dependency?” That was literally my response when I was asked to cover this topic for the podcast. In my over 35 years in the field, I’d never heard the term but, once I started my deep dive into learning everything about it, I realized that I had to do this episode to explain what it is and how it relates to codependency and narcissism. So, get yourself a cup of coffee and buckle up because today you’re going to get a clear picture of what all this is and my top 3 tips for making it all go away! Full shownotes: https://abbymedcalf.wpengine.com/codependency-counter-dependency-and-narcissism-oh-my-2/ Blog post: https://abbymedcalf.wpengine.com/codependency-counter-dependency-and-narcissism-oh-my/ Buy my book, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won't Do a Thing: https://www.amazon.com/Be-Happily-Married-Partner-Thing-ebook/dp/B07MMTCR7B Meditation Starter Kit: https://abbymedcalf.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/9 _____________________________ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 30, 2021 • 31min
135. FOMO: Why You Have it and How to Make it Stop
Do you get anxious or envious when you hear about your colleague’s fabulous vacation? Are you constantly overcommitting? Or maybe you get off social media feeling depressed? You, my friend, are suffering from FOMO: the fear of missing out! Today I’m going to show you how it’s not your fault that you’re on the FOMO train (your brain made you do it) and my top ways to get off that train and start living a peaceful, satisfied life just as you are! Full shownotes (scroll down to sign up for newsletter): https://abbymedcalf.com/fomo-the-real-reason-youve-got-it-and-how-to-make-it-stop/ Blog post: https://abbymedcalf.com/fomo-the-fear-of-missing-out/ Loving Kindness Meditation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzP24O1O7lE&t=1s ______________________________ For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=AbbyMedcalfThriving Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book Get more free, actionable tips from my blog or sign up for my newsletter: https://abbymedcalf.com/blog/ Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my courses (some are free!): https://abbymedcalf.com/shop/ Say hello on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalf/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthriving/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbbyThriving LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthriving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


