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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Mar 31, 2020 • 31min
089 How to Deal with People Who Get on Your Last Nerve
Do you have that person who's just bugging the you-know-what out of you? Well, be bothered no more! Today I’m coming at you with my top 5 tips for dealing with those people who get under your skin! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 24, 2020 • 40min
088 How to Apologize for Real! (And Why It's So Hard)
Have you ever wondered why it's so hard to apologize? Have you ever apologized and had the other person tell you it was no good? Then today's show is for you! I'll answer all your questions and outline the 6 steps (backed by research) to a real apology! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 17, 2020 • 47min
087 What to Do if Your Partner Is Having a Midlife Crisis
Is your partner having a midlife crisis or are they just depressed? What can you do to really help them get out of their struggle and feel happy and sane? Today, I'll outline all you need to know and give you my top 4 tips for how to help your partner through a midlife crisis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 10, 2020 • 40min
086 Best Relationship Advice: 5 Quick Wins
My goal with this first episode in my Best Relationship Advice series is to give you tips for quick wins that you can use right now to see positive results in a short amount of time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 3, 2020 • 40min
085 Make Your Long Distance Relationship Great
Long distance relationships can actually be happier than geographically close ones but you've got to have the right tools. In today's show I'll lay out my top 8 do's and don'ts of having a relationship that goes the Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 25, 2020 • 43min
084 Shame: The Silent Killer in Relationships
Shame is amazingly destructive and is eating at the foundation of your relationship in ways you likely don't realize. It's affecting everything from your sex life to your emotional closeness. In today's broadcast, I'll break down shame and tell you how to move past it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 18, 2020 • 41min
083 Is Self-Compassion the Secret to a Happy Relationship?
This week we’re going to talk about self-compassion. I’m going to be basing all this on the work of the Queen of self-compassion, Kristin Neff. We'll discuss the components of self-compassion, why it's important to your love life and how to be more self-compassionate in minutes a day! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 10, 2020 • 41min
082 8 Ways to Build Your Confidence and Self-Esteem
We all want to feel better about ourselves. We want to feel confident about our way in the world and let go of the negative self-talk, anxiety, and self-consciousness. Today I'll teach you my top tips for improving both your confidence and your self-esteem! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 4, 2020 • 47min
081 Are You Falling Into the Snuggie Trap?
Belief Snuggies are comforting in the moment. You wrap yourself up in them and hunker down, blissfully burrowing in to a world where you’re right but not happy. These Snuggies are basically faulty beliefs that get in the way of you having a rich and satisfying relationship with yourself and everyone around you. Belief Snuggies create disconnection, dissatisfaction and unhappiness in your life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 28, 2020 • 36min
080 Eight Rules for Giving Great Feedback
If you have to give your partner (or anyone) feedback, there are some guidelines you’ll need to follow if you want that person to actually listen and (gasp!) maybe even make the changes you’re asking for. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
