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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Jan 20, 2020 • 33min
079 Your Expectations Are Making You Unhappy
I’m going to tell you about the 4 key mistakes people make when it comes to expectations, and what you want to do instead so you can have a happy, connected relationship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 14, 2020 • 29min
078 You’ve Got to Have High Standards and Low Expectations
I'm known for saying you need to keep your standards high and your expectations low. Sadly, most people have this reversed with low standards and high expectations and that's why they're feeling resentful, dissatisfed and frustrated. Today I'm going to teach you how to identify your standards so you can create healthy boundaries and a happy relationship. Next week will be all about what to do with those expectations! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 6, 2020 • 40min
077 How to Get Out of Negative Thinking
Negative thinking sucks! Today I'm going to teach you The four main reasons you get stuck in negative thoughts The three ways you’re likely coping with negative feelings that don’t work My top seven tips to get out of negative thinking Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 31, 2019 • 56min
076 Getting Out of the Roommate Rut
Are you and your partner trapped in the roommate rut with average or no sex happening? Harvard-trained sex educator Candice Smith joins me on today's broadcast and shares the four mistakes you're likely making and her top tips to move from "You again?" to "You again!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 17, 2019 • 41min
075 The Three Steps to Thrive through the Holidays (Even if You See Your Family)
Ready to stop just surviving through the holidays? Today I share my three-tiered, easy to use system for thriving through the holidays! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 10, 2019 • 35min
074 Gratitude is a Gateway Drug
All of the things that make up a happy life are skills: effective communication, listening and happiness are all skills. Gratitude is a skill too. Today I'm talking about all things gratitude. What it is, why it's important and my top tips for practicing it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 3, 2019 • 30min
073 Why Appreciation is Different Than Gratitude
I’ve been noticing for a while now that people use the terms gratitude and appreciation interchangeably and they’re not. Today I’m going to break down the differences, and I’m going to share my top tool to practice appreciation in your life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 25, 2019 • 31min
072 If You Want to Communicate, You’ve Got to Listen First
Great communication starts with great listening. There are five steps to being a great listener. Are you doing all of them? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 18, 2019 • 32min
071 Great Communication is All About Timing
Are you having a delayed reaction or a delayed response after a disagreement? One leads to love and closeness and one leads to further disconnection and distance so it's important that you figure out which one you're communicating! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 12, 2019 • 37min
070 Two Strategies You Need to Communicate Effectively
Today's episode is bringing you two solid strategies to help you communicate effectively. Are you ready for more fulfilling, CALM, and happy relationships? Then listen in now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
