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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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.
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.
