Susan Cain, author of the world-renowned bestsellers "Bittersweet" and "Quiet," joins Dr. Alexandra for a conversation about how to honor the poignancy found in the transitional periods of our lives, whether we're launching our kids off into the world, grieving the end of a relationship, or growing old. They also discuss the ways in which the bittersweet impacts and enhances our intimate relationships.Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole by Susan Cain:https://bookshop.org/p/books/bittersweet-how-sorrow-and-longing-make-us-whole-susan-cain/17375002?ean=9780451499783Take the "Bittersweet" Quiz:https://susancain.net/susans-bittersweet-quiz/Sign up for Susan Cain's "Kindred Letters" newsletter:susancain.net/newsletter"On Children" by Kahlil Gibran (poem)https://www.themarginalian.org/2019/09/09/on-children-kahlil-gibran/Get the brand new REIMAGINING LOVE WORKBOOK:https://courses.dralexandrasolomon.com/reimagining-love-workbook-0c34cba5-a457-4253-b7d7-9ca051dc0326Subscribe to Dr. Alexandra’s Newsletter:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/subscribe/Submit a Listener Question:https://form.jotform.com/212295995939274Take Dr. Alexandra's "Relationship Superpower" Quiz:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/rsa-quiz/

Britt Frank joins Dr. Alexandra for a conversation about "stuckness" in all its forms. We're all familiar with this feeling in some way or another, and in this episode, Britt offers listeners tools and takeaways to confront stuckness head on, so that we can face ourselves with honesty and learn the skills to carve healthier paths for ourselves in the future.The Science of Stuck: Breaking Through Inertia to Find Your Path Forward by Britt Frank:https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-science-of-stuck-breaking-through-inertia-to-find-your-path-forward-britt-frank/17210414?ean=9780593419441Get the brand new REIMAGINING LOVE WORKBOOK:https://courses.dralexandrasolomon.com/reimagining-love-workbook-0c34cba5-a457-4253-b7d7-9ca051dc0326Subscribe to Dr. Alexandra’s Newsletter:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/subscribe/Submit a Listener Question:https://form.jotform.com/212295995939274Take Dr. Alexandra's "Relationship Superpower" Quiz:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/rsa-quiz/

Alicia Muñoz, a therapist dedicated to helping individuals break free from relationship rumination, shares her insights. She discusses the harm overthinking can cause in love and offers practical strategies to combat it. Alicia highlights the importance of emotional awareness and connection, especially amidst today's distractions. They explore themes of shame, communication, and the impact of early trauma on relationships. Alicia's advice emphasizes self-acceptance and mindful practices to nurture deeper connections and promote healthier dynamics.

Dr. Alexandra is joined by the visionary writer and poet Cole Arthur Riley on this episode. They discuss Cole's book, "This Here Flesh: Spirituality, Liberation, and the Stories That Make Us," and explore topics of wonder, contemplation, disability, childhood, and much more.This Here Flesh: Spirituality, Liberation, and the Stories That Make Us by Cole Arthur Riley:https://bookshop.org/p/books/this-here-flesh-spirituality-liberation-and-the-stories-that-make-us-cole-arthur-riley/17122524?ean=9780593239797Black Liturgies, a project that integrates spiritual practice with Black emotion, Black literature, and the Black body:https://www.instagram.com/blackliturgies/Get the brand new REIMAGINING LOVE WORKBOOK:https://courses.dralexandrasolomon.com/reimagining-love-workbook-0c34cba5-a457-4253-b7d7-9ca051dc0326Subscribe to Dr. Alexandra’s Newsletter:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/subscribe/Submit a Listener Question:https://form.jotform.com/212295995939274Take Dr. Alexandra's "Relationship Superpower" Quiz:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/rsa-quiz/

Dr. Alexandra is joined by psychologist and author Dr. Yael Schonbrun for a hopeful and inspiring conversation about working parenthood. They discuss the challenges of balancing family and work life as well as strategies to help busy parents structure their lives in a way that works for their family and aligns with their values.Work, Parent, Thrive: 12 Science-Backed Strategies to Ditch Guilt, Manage Overwhelm, and Grow Connection by Dr. Yael Schonbrun:https://bookshop.org/p/books/work-parent-thrive-12-science-backed-strategies-to-ditch-guilt-manage-overwhelm-and-grow-connecti-on-when-everything-feels-like-too-mu-yael-schonbrun/18162992Get the brand new REIMAGINING LOVE WORKBOOK:https://courses.dralexandrasolomon.com/reimagining-love-workbook-0c34cba5-a457-4253-b7d7-9ca051dc0326Subscribe to Dr. Alexandra’s Newsletter:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/subscribe/Submit a Listener Question:https://form.jotform.com/212295995939274Take Dr. Alexandra's "Relationship Superpower" Quiz:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/rsa-quiz/

Dr. Laurie Mintz joins Dr. Alexandra for a conversation about all things pleasure, from the orgasm gap to sexual myths to vibrators, offering inspiration and encouragement to both individuals and couples as they seek to reignite and reconnect with their desire and sexual identity.Becoming Cliterate: Why Orgasm Equality Matters--And How to Get It by Dr. Laurie Mintz:https://bookshop.org/p/books/becoming-cliterate-why-orgasm-equality-matters-and-how-to-get-it-laurie-mintz/6438079?ean=9780062664556A Tired Woman's Guide to Passionate Sex: Reclaim Your Desire and Reignite Your Relationship by Dr. Laurie Mintz:https://bookshop.org/p/books/a-tired-woman-s-guide-to-passionate-sex-reclaim-your-desire-and-reignite-your-relationship-laurie-b-mintz/19853981?ean=9781605501079She Comes First: The Thinking Man's Guide to Pleasuring a Woman by Dr. Ian Kerner:https://bookshop.org/p/books/she-comes-first-the-thinking-man-s-guide-to-pleasuring-a-woman-ian-kerner/7910727?ean=9780060538262Get the brand new REIMAGINING LOVE WORKBOOK:https://courses.dralexandrasolomon.com/reimagining-love-workbook-0c34cba5-a457-4253-b7d7-9ca051dc0326Subscribe to Dr. Alexandra’s Newsletter:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/subscribe/Submit a Listener Question:https://form.jotform.com/212295995939274Take Dr. Alexandra's "Relationship Superpower" Quiz:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/rsa-quiz/

Whether you've been on dozens of first dates or are brand new to the experience, this episode will provide tools and tips to help you approach the daunting and exciting task of meeting someone new with Relational Self-Awareness. You can find the First Date Data worksheet in your inbox today if you're a newsletter subscriber. If you're not, click the link below to be added to the mailing list, and you'll receive the worksheet next week.Subscribe to the newsletter to get the "First Date Data" worksheet in your inbox next week:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/subscribe/Get the brand new REIMAGINING LOVE WORKBOOK (includes First Date Data!):https://courses.dralexandrasolomon.com/reimagining-love-workbook-0c34cba5-a457-4253-b7d7-9ca051dc0326Subscribe to Dr. Alexandra’s Newsletter:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/subscribe/Submit a Listener Question:https://form.jotform.com/212295995939274Take Dr. Alexandra's "Relationship Superpower" Quiz:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/rsa-quiz/

In this episode, Dr. Alexandra offers 12 practical strategies for navigating dating apps with self-compassion and success. These strategies will help you tune into the emotions that are coming up inside you as you swipe so you can bring more Relational Self-Awareness to your dating journey.Get the brand new REIMAGINING LOVE WORKBOOK:https://courses.dralexandrasolomon.com/reimagining-love-workbook-0c34cba5-a457-4253-b7d7-9ca051dc0326Subscribe to Dr. Alexandra’s Newsletter:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/subscribe/Submit a Listener Question:https://form.jotform.com/212295995939274Take Dr. Alexandra's "Relationship Superpower" Quiz:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/rsa-quiz/

Feeling burnt out and frustrated with dating apps? You're not alone. In this episode, Dr. Alexandra unpacks why so many people feel this way, offering explanation and validation for daters who are feeling stuck and disillusioned. Tune in next week to hear Dr. Alexandra's 12 Relational Self-Awareness strategies for using dating apps.Get the brand new REIMAGINING LOVE WORKBOOK:https://courses.dralexandrasolomon.com/reimagining-love-workbook-0c34cba5-a457-4253-b7d7-9ca051dc0326Subscribe to Dr. Alexandra’s Newsletter:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/subscribe/Submit a Listener Question:https://form.jotform.com/212295995939274Take Dr. Alexandra's "Relationship Superpower" Quiz:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/rsa-quiz/

Dr. Alexandra is joined by Melody Beattie, a legendary self-help author. A revised edition of Melody's 1986 book "Codependent No More" was recently published, and she and Dr. Alexandra discuss the topics it delves into and answer a listener question about losing oneself in relationships.Codependent No More: How to Stop Controlling Others and Start Caring for Yourself by Melody Beattie:https://bookshop.org/p/books/codependent-no-more-how-to-stop-controlling-others-and-start-caring-for-yourself-melody-beattie/9158976?ean=9781954118157Subscribe to Dr. Alexandra’s Newsletter:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/subscribe/Submit a Listener Question:https://form.jotform.com/212295995939274Take Dr. Alexandra's "Relationship Superpower" Quiz:https://dralexandrasolomon.com/rsa-quiz/