Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

When you said "I do" you expected lasting love and connection. But perhaps now you're wondering, "What did I get myself into?" Whatever happened to "happily ever after?" In this candid conversation between Dr. Carol and her friend Jamie Keith, they share the single most important step you can take that will begin transforming your marriage today! And you'll hear about a resource where you can learn what nobody ever taught you about love, relationships, and intimacy so you can build a Fully Alive marriage that lasts. To learn more visit www.Fullalivemarriage.com

What thoughts are you thinking right now? Are they helpful? If not, do you know how to move to more helpful thoughts? Dr. Carol's guest, Gem Fadling, is a spiritual director, life coach, and author. On this episode she unpacks powerful but simple ways to sort through the unhelpful voices in our heads and the graceful process of replacing them with more helpful thoughts as led by the Spirit. Connect with Gem Fadling at Unhurried Living or on her Instagram or YouTube. Find her book Hold That Thought: Sorting Through the Voices in Our Heads. Dr. Carol loves to hear from you. You can leave a confidential message here.

As a parent, do you feel anxious or squeamish about having "The Talk" with your kids? Yes, we're talking about The Sex Talk. In today's hyper-sexualized culture don't let porn sexually disciple your kids. Nick Liberto joins Dr. Carol on this episode to talk about ways you can get equipped to have a truly great sex talk with your kids. Find out more and sign up for The Sex Talk video course for parents. And enter promo code DOCTORCAROL at checkout for 10% off. For any comments or questions, Dr. Carol loves to hear from you. You can leave a confidential message here.

Every facet of your life is shaped by desire–including your soul. But what is it that you really want? Underneath all our longings is the desire to be known―and it manifests itself in our deep need to make things of beauty and to take beauty into our souls. In this best-of episode, Dr. Curt Thompson, author, board-certified psychiatrist and the founder of the Center for Being Known unpacks how connecting with our deepest desires opens the door to the deepest heart transformation. Connect with Dr. Curt Thompson on his website, and specifically the beautiful Reflections. You can also find him on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Check out his Being Known podcast Find his latest book The Soul of Desire: Discovering the Neuroscience of Longing, Beauty, and Community

Are you satisfied with your Christian life? Are you more like Jesus now than a year ago? Or does "trying harder" cause frustration as it feels as if nothing is changing? On today's podcast recorded at Horizon Worship Center in Round Rock, Texas, Dr. Carol shares from both God's word and from science about the process of spiritual transformation. And don't forget to stay tuned for the questions Dr. Carol gets to answer after the message. Dr. Carol would love to hear from you. You can leave your confidential message here.

The beauty standards promoted in culture are nearly impossible and destructive for many. Do we need a new and expanded perspective on beauty? Today's guest helps us do that. Melissa Johnson, marriage and family therapist, and educator talks with Dr. Carol about her own story of leaving her distorted view of beauty behind to grasp God's perspective, and how she is now helping other people on the same journey. Connect with Melissa Johnson on her website, Instagram, or Facebook. Check out her Impossible Beauty podcast. Check out the episode when Dr. Carol was on the Impossible Beauty podcast. Dr. Carol would love to hear from you! You can leave a confidential message here.

Gender identity is not only a hot topic in culture; it's a hot topic in the Christian church. How would Jesus address these challenges? How can we as followers of Jesus address them with faithfulness and love? Dr. Julia Sadusky, author, speaker, psychologist, and an expert in the area of sexuality, gender, and faith join the podcast to address the issue and provide biblically based insights. You will be both challenged and encouraged by this conversation. Find Dr. Julia Sadusky on her website, Facebook, or LinkedIn. Find her book Gender Identity and Faith: Clinical Postures, Tools, and Case Studies for Client-Centered Care Dr. Carol loves to hear from you! Leave a confidential message here.

If you've purchased groceries or filled your gas tank, you've found that your money doesn't go as far as it used to. Economic uncertainty and the rise in Inflation make it more important than ever that we learn to manage money smartly God's way. On this weeks podcast, Dr. Carol is joined by Katie Jones, money coach and investor to discuss practical advice for how to think about and manage money during inflationary times--God's way. Connect with Katie Jones on her website, Facebook, YouTube, or Instagram. Get Katie's detailed Biblical Money Management Checklist

God has a lot to say about this beyond "Do it". And it's time to learn why! Clinical psychologist, author, speaker, and president of Authentic Intimacy, Dr. Juli Slattery, talks with Dr. Carol about the four pillars of a truly good married sex life and how these pillars apply in some challenging common issues husbands and wives face. Find out more about Dr. Juli Slattery and Authentic Intimacy on their website or connect on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Get Dr. Juli's book God, Sex, and Your Marriage Check out her podcast Java with Juli Check out Dr. Carol's articles: - What to do When Your Wife Doesn't Want Sex - What to do When Your Husband Doesn't Want Sex - Where to Start if Your Marriage Lacks Intimacy And you can leave Dr. Carol a confidential message on our Contact page.

Trauma and loss do not have to be the end. Dr. Carol's guest on this episode Dawn Damon experienced abuse and the loss of everything meaningful to her. But her story of growth, healing, recovery and finding her brave heart will encourage and inspire you. Connect with Dawn Damon on her website, Instagram, or Facebook. Find Dawn's books When the Woman Abused Was You and When a Woman You Love Was Abused. You can leave Dr. Carol a confidential message here.