Todd Baratz, a relationship expert, shares gritty truths about love and partnerships. He discusses how societal ideals often mislead our expectations and emphasizes that partners will inevitably frustrate us. Love, he explains, is conditional in adult relationships. The conversation dives into attachment theory, the end of the honeymoon phase, and declining sexual desire. Todd also highlights the significance of understanding each other's triggers and the importance of open communication to foster stronger connections.

Throughout our lives we will be challenged with relationships, jobs and family among other things. Cultivating a positive mindset with tools to navigate these challenges is an important part of living a more joyful life. Listen to today's show to learn more about the tools to help move through all of life's challenges. In this episode with Tammy Mastroberte we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to cultivate spirituality and how to interpret signs the universe may be showing you What to do when you feel like you're stuck in your life or relationship How to integrate acceptance and surrender into your life Exercises to cultivate more gratitude in your relationship How to infuse your life with more joy And much more! SponsoredCozy Earth offers bedding products that will transform your sleep. Head over to COZYEARTH.COM and use promo code "IDO" for an exclusive 35% off.Factor will make your life easy with their great line of ready meals, no more: grocery shopping, cooking or cleaning! Head to FactorMeals.com/ido50 and use code IDO50 to get 50% off.Lume Deodorant helps you control your body odor anywhere! Get $5 off of your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code: "I Do" at lumedeodorant.com #lumepodSpark My Relationship Course: Get $100 off our online course. Visit SparkMyRelationship.com/Unlock for our special offer just for our I Do Podcast listeners!If you love this episode (and our podcast!), would you mind giving us a review in iTunes? It would mean the world to us and we promise it only takes a minute. Many thanks in advance! – Chase & Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former critical care nurse turned therapist Denise Schonwald discusses how to deal with anxiety and its physical impacts. Topics include interrupting anxiety patterns, supporting an anxious partner, and the manifestation of negative mental health patterns in the body.

Dr. Joli Hamilton, relationship advice expert, discusses tips for successful non-monogamous relationships, navigating jealousy, and unpacking narratives around jealousy. They also explore transitioning from monogamous to non-traditional relationships and the importance of open communication in non-monogamous dynamics.

Loving someone better starts with loving ourselves better. Self awareness, understanding our childhood and being present are just some of the tools to help ourselves along this path. Listen to today's show to learn how to love ourselves and others better. In this episode with Dr. Jeannelle Perkins-Mohammad we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Internal acceptance and the "I love you test" How to increase your self esteem and self compassion Tests and questions to help unpack the trauma we may have experienced as a child What to do if your partner does not want to do the work to improve the relationship The importance of leaving more space for pleasure in the relationship over performance and perfection  And much more! SponsoredSpark My Relationship Course: Get $100 off our online course. Visit SparkMyRelationship.com/Unlock for our special offer just for our I Do Podcast listeners!If you love this episode (and our podcast!), would you mind giving us a review in iTunes? It would mean the world to us and we promise it only takes a minute. Many thanks in advance! – Chase & Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Exciting Announcement: We're having a FLASH SALE on our online course, Spark My Relationship, ! Learn more and enroll here: SparkMyRelationship.com and use the code FLASH24 at checkout! Available until April 13th at midnight!Spark My Relationship is designed to infuse your life and relationship with fresh passion, skills and wisdom. This self-paced journey is perfect for turning up the heat, having some fun together and revolutionizing your intimacy and communication.We’ve collaborated with 15 psychologists and therapists to create a comprehensive relationship course that not only teaches you the skills needed to create a successful and lasting relationship, but the tools to execute it.In this episode, we interview Dr. Debra Campbell about four important ways to keep the spark alive in our relationship. What Dr. Deb teaches us in this episode is just a glimpse of what is covered in the course. 🙂Dr. Deb recommends some helpful and practical exercises to help our relationships improve in general happiness and in the bedroom. Here are just a couple of our favorites from the episode: Look at your everyday life with your partner, outside of the bedroom, as foreplay. This allows you to see, from a different perspective, how everything you do and say can help to build up to your next erotic connection with your partner. For example, if you are criticizing your partner during the day, they aren’t going to be easily turned on in the evening. This helps to keep your attention on making your partner feel good and can lead to better sex.  Figure out what turns you on. By finding out what helps you transition into feeling intimate, you can talk to your partner and plan to make your next connection more pleasurable. This could be taking a bath, playing certain music – you could even make a special playlist, or setting your bedroom up with luxurious sheets and good lighting to help you get in the mood.  In this episode we also discuss relationship advice topics that include: The importance of eliminating unhelpful old habits that can lead to friction and unhappiness Healthy and successful communication tools The biggest struggles couples have when reigniting their sex life, plus tips to spice things up The importance of mindfulness to improve stress management Why having shared dreams and desires can be so beneficial for celebrating our “couple culture” now and in the future. And much more! Dr Debra Campbell is a author, psychologist, university lecturer and couple therapists based in Melbourne Australia. Dr. Debra has consulted on everything from panic to depression, parenting, grief and relationships. Her book Lovelands has become an Amazon bestseller, combining self-help with the deeply personal memoir of a psychologist.Sign up for our 14 Day Happy Couples Challenge here: 14 Day Happy Couples ChallengeDo you want to hear more on this topic? Do you want to learn more ways to spark your relationship? If so, you’re not alone. Continue the conversation on our Facebook Group here: Love TribeEpisode LinksDr. Debra’s WebsiteEpisode 68: Mindfulness and Emotional IntelligenceLovelands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thais Gibson, an attachment theorist, discusses reprogramming attachment wounds, changing negative self-stories, meeting own needs for validation, setting realistic expectations, and processing feelings. The episode offers tools for healing attachment wounds, improving relationships, and enhancing communication and self-care.

Relationship expert Topaz Adizes discusses the importance of deep listening, avoiding binary questions, and asking meaningful questions to improve relationships. He shares specific questions to use for better conversations and insights, emphasizing the value of emotional connection and vulnerability. The podcast highlights the transformative power of authentic communication and the impact of thought-provoking questions on fostering empathy and deeper understanding in relationships.

Kelli Miller, relationship expert, shares tips on reigniting love, handling social media impact, coping with different desires in relationships, and the importance of compromise and understanding. Practical insights to strengthen your bond with your partner.

Unfortunately, love and relationships don't necessarily come naturally to us. But that's ok! We can gain the tools and strategies to cultivate a life full of love and relationships that are fulfilling and healthy. Listen to today's show for amazing tips to start improving your relationship today. In this episode with Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Tools to understand ourselves so we can better relate with others through the love blueprint Understanding the underlying meaning that we may be attaching to things our partner does Specific tools and questions to get to know yourself and your partner on a deeper level How bilateral stimulation with your eyes can literally widen your perspective and help you navigate conflict How to let go of things when you're triggered or communicate with your partner if needed Practices to cultivate love and compassion in your relationship And much more! Sponsors BetterHelp is an online therapy platform that will assess your needs and match you with your own licensed professional therapist. Start living a happier life today and get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/IDO.Osea is your one stop shop for everything related to great quality skincare. Get ahead of your holiday shopping! For a limited time, you can get 10% off with our code "RELATIONSHIPADVICE10" at OseaMalibu.com.Spark My Relationship Course: Get $100 off our online course. Visit SparkMyRelationship.com/Unlock for our special offer just for our I Do Podcast listeners!If you love this episode (and our podcast!), would you mind giving us a review in iTunes? It would mean the world to us and we promise it only takes a minute. Many thanks in advance! – Chase & Sarah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices