Relationship Coaching School Podcast

What is Zen Parenting Radio?  Todd & Cathy’s story Cathy’s post-pregnancy identity crisis You can’t make your partner like what you like  Todd’s wake up call  When “husband’ is a loaded term  The ugly side of “Happy wife, happy life”  Getting out of your kids way  Drop the parent “role” and be a role model  Keep your parenting baggage to yourself 

Why do so many men use porn? What is it doing for them? I think it's obvious that porn can ruin your relationship, but what's not so obvious is why so many men use porn. What is going on inside the male brain. I have my own theories but I wanted to hear from THE porn expert on this... Here are a few of the highlights: SHOWNOTES The link between chronic erectile dysfunction and porn use [11:00] How do you know when porn use is a problem? [13:00] Can people use porn in a healthy way? [16:00] Why are people using porn? [19:00] How many women are watching porn? [23:00] Religion and porn [22:00] When men use porn for ‘stress relief’ [27:00] How internet porn is shaping our sexuality [36:00] How to heal porn addiction through relationship [48:00]

I used to try really hard to get people to think I was a good guy. This is another version of the "nice guy syndrome." And, it had a big cost. If you are a nice guy, or you are with a "nice guy" you're going to want to listen to this one because it's quite possible the "nice guy" thing is going to really damage your relationship over time (If it hasn't already). Here are a few of the highlights: SHOWNOTES About Robert [6:00] How does someone become a Nice Guy? [11:00] Robert’s definition of a Nice Guy [12:00] The paradox of Nice Guy Syndrome [13:00] The cultural belief that ‘masculine is bad' [25:00] The trap of disowning the masculine [28:00] Tips for increasing self-worth [34:00] How to stop people-pleasing [36:00] How to meet your own needs [42:00]

Dan Savage is known for his criticism of monogamy. But what is he missing and why does he think it's a disaster waiting to happen? Listen as Jayson takes a swing in Dan's direction.   SHOWNOTES:  Introducing Dan Savage 1:30 Dan Savage on why monogamy does not work 3:00 Is every monogamous relationship a disaster waiting to happen? 5:30 The potency of 'leaning in' 7:00 Monogamy as an expression of learning to love 9:00

If you are serious about not dating another narcissistic man, and you are an awesome woman over 40, 50, or 60, this episode is for you. My guest Bobbi Palmer, of "Date like a grown up" has some great advice for how to stay true to you and get what you want. SHOWNOTES About Bobbi [10:00] How Bobbi met and married the man of her dreams within 6 months [13:00] Getting clear on what matters and what doesn’t [15:00] Talking politics, religion, family and finances on the first date [17:00] How people hide from love behind their careers [20:00] About the ‘Narcissistic Guy’ [28:00] 3 Principles of Dating Like A Grown-Up [36:00] The challenge for older women who are dating [45:00]

In this engaging conversation, Andrew Harvey, founder of the Institute of Sacred Activism, explores how relationship pain can guide personal healing. He defines evolutionary love as a force that transcends the individual self and encourages a global perspective. The discussion dives into shadow work, urging listeners to take responsibility for disowned parts of themselves. Harvey also shares insights on navigating spiritual suffering, emphasizing the necessity of love and self-reflection in fostering deep connections and serving one's soul's purpose.

What Does ‘Do the Work’ Actually Mean? 1:30 Defining ‘doing the work’ 3:00 Developing the self 4:00 What is the inner child? 5:30 How long must we work on the ‘inner child’? 

Loyalty is essential in a long-term partnership. Is loyalty different for gay couples? What honest conversations and boundaries are you both talking about? In this episode my guest Jean Malpas has some excellent tips for addressing these concerns and for giving your partner the benefit of the doubt. SHOWNOTES Understanding cisgender and transgender [2:00] At what age do people start to identify with their gender? [4:00] An issue that comes up for any couple, gay or straight [8:00] What’s ok and what’s not ok in an open relationship? [11:00] What is the one essential factor in a successful relationship? [14:00] Is there a difference between gay & straight couple relationships? [15:00] Being mindful about areas of shame in relationship [21:00] What is “minority stress”? [22:00] Advice for couples who are struggling in relationship [33:00]

What's porn's place in a relationship? [2:00] How porn can negatively affect a relationship [5:00] Porn is not the bad guy [7:00] Porn, like any compulsion, can be a wedge between two people [10:00] Ramifications of porn [12:00]