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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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.
Dec 10, 2019 • 35min
074 Gratitude is a Gateway Drug
All of the things that make up a happy life are skills: effective communication, listening and happiness are all skills. Gratitude is a skill too. Today I'm talking about all things gratitude. What it is, why it's important and my top tips for practicing it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 3, 2019 • 30min
073 Why Appreciation is Different Than Gratitude
I’ve been noticing for a while now that people use the terms gratitude and appreciation interchangeably and they’re not. Today I’m going to break down the differences, and I’m going to share my top tool to practice appreciation in your life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 25, 2019 • 31min
072 If You Want to Communicate, You’ve Got to Listen First
Great communication starts with great listening. There are five steps to being a great listener. Are you doing all of them? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 18, 2019 • 32min
071 Great Communication is All About Timing
Are you having a delayed reaction or a delayed response after a disagreement? One leads to love and closeness and one leads to further disconnection and distance so it's important that you figure out which one you're communicating! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 12, 2019 • 37min
070 Two Strategies You Need to Communicate Effectively
Today's episode is bringing you two solid strategies to help you communicate effectively. Are you ready for more fulfilling, CALM, and happy relationships? Then listen in now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 5, 2019 • 47min
069 It’s Time to Up Your Communication Game
No one tells you this, but aligning your conscious and unconscious minds is at the core of effective communication. Are you ready to take the Align Your Mind Challenge? Learn all about it in this week's episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 29, 2019 • 48min
068 How to Stop Being Distracted
The most valuable thing in your life is your attention. Your ability to direct your attention where you want it, when you want to is at the very core of a happy, satisfied life. Today I'm going to teach you my top tips for how to stop being distracted so you can start connecting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
