Let’s Get Vulnerable: Relationship and Dating Advice
Dr. Morgan Anderson
Are you ready to take the mystery out of having great relationships and to gain the knowledge you need to step confidently into the next level of your life? Welcome to the Let’s Get Vulnerable podcast where your host, Dr. Morgan Anderson, gives you real talk on all things dating, relationships, and sex. Dr. Morgan is a relationship coach, psychologist and creator of the E.S.L relationship method. She brings humor, truth and knowledge to the complex world of dating and relationships. Podcast episodes will provide you with tangible strategies that you can implement immediately to improve your life and attract the exact relationship you desire. Episodes will feature expert advice from your host and psychologist, Dr. Morgan Anderson, interviews with incredible people offering you their stories and wisdom, and LIVE coaching sessions where you will have an exclusive glimpse into the growth process as it is unfolding. Episodes are recorded in a live format to give you the feel of a live talk show; episodes are non-scripted and unedited. The content of the episodes is bound to make you laugh, cry, improve your relationships and go confidently after your dreams like never before. So what are you waiting for? Let’s Get Vulnerable!
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If you enjoy listening to this show, it would mean the world to us if you would write a 5-star review for our show. This act of giving back will help this show grow so that it can be found by others who will benefit from the content. Thank you in advance for taking the time to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
If you’re not part of the Dr. Morgan community on social media yet, make sure you go follow her for daily inspiration, tips, and knowledge to improve your life and relationships!
INSTAGRAM: @drmorgancoaching
FACEBOOK: @drmorgancoaching
Website: www.drmorgancoaching.com
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Jan 31, 2024 • 30min
EP 409: Date Intentionally: How to Stop Going Too Fast in the Early Stages of Dating Pt. 1
Have you heard the news?! I’m going LIVE February 14, 15, and 16th to help you heal and become securely attached. Don’t miss this opportunity for healing, spots are first come, first serve.*CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE FREE CHALLENGE*Today’s episode is one of my most requested topics of all time.We are diving into how to appropriately PACE a relationship in the early stages. Relationship Pacing is not taught, but it SHOULD BE.Every one of us needs to know how to intentionally date and invest slowly into a relationship. Inside of today’s episode we dive into: Understanding Capacity (aka no more plastic plant relationships!) Open Palm (you need this for a healthy dating life) Hard Truth: Vulnerability Must be Earned Aaaaaand so much more! If you’re ready to become the securely attached version of you, this is your sign to take the next step on your healing journey. Join the hundreds of women who have changed their lives inside of the Empowered.Secure.Loved. Relationship Program:: Click Here to Apply to the E.S.L. Program
Jan 29, 2024 • 52min
EP 408: Healing Disorganized Attachment and Creating a New Life with special guest, Jenn Flood
**The Empowered.Secure.Loved. Program is Open for Application** Decide that this is the year you become securely attached, and attract the love you deserve: Click Here to Apply to the E.S.L. ProgramIn this episode, I interview Jenn Flood, a recent graduate of the Empowered.Secure.Loved. Program. Jenn shares her powerful journey of healing her disorganized attachment style and the struggles she faced in her relationships. Inside of this episode: Jenn and I discuss how understanding disorganized attachment can provide language and support for individuals struggling in their relationshipsThe importance of self-compassion and self-forgiveness when healingHow to continue to work on becoming securely attached while in a relationship If you related to Jenn’s story, and know you are ready to do the healing work, take the next step today: Click Here to Apply to the E.S.L. ProgramEpisode Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Background01:00 Life Before the Program03:10 Understanding Disorganized Attachment07:05 Unhealthy Beliefs About Self and Relationships09:41 Roots of Unhealthy Beliefs in Childhood12:31 Showing Up for Your Inner Child13:07 Practicing Self-Compassion14:09 Tools for Healing and Growth16:06 Challenges and Breakthroughs in the Program21:29 Changes in Relationship Dynamics26:57 Navigating Conflict and Communication32:38 Continuing the Healing Journey39:47 Overcoming Shame and Taking the First Step42:39 Advice for Those Considering the Program45:49 Best Life Advice
Jan 24, 2024 • 26min
EP 407: Your Guide to a Healthy Break-Up
MY FREE GIFT TO YOU IS HERE! Download the FREE Attachment Style Guide today to learn more about your attachment style and how you can become securely attached: www.drmorgancoaching.com/freeguide We’ve all been through terrible break-ups in the past, and we know that lying on the floor with a pint of Ben & Jerrys, and our favorite bottle of wine, is NOT the way to go. There has to be some things you can do to get through a break-up in a healthy way, right?? YES, and I am here to help you! Inside of this episode: I explain WHY our brains struggle so much with endings of a relationship I explain why you NEED radical acceptance as part of your healthy break-up plan I outline the exact steps needed for “processing” a break-up Send this episode to someone who needs it, you never know how much you could help someone. Ready to do the work on yourself and become the securely attached version of you? I’m ready to serve you inside of the Empowered.Secure.Loved. Program, don’t wait, spots are extremely limited in January: Click Here to Apply to the E.S.L. Program
Jan 22, 2024 • 25min
EP 406: Is Your Childhood Trauma Lowering Your Standards?
*LIMITED TIME: Your Secure Year Offer* To become securely attached and attract the love you want, apply to the Empowered.Secure.Loved. Program today: Click Here to Apply to the E.S.L. ProgramToday’s episode is a bit emotional, and will likely have you pulling out your journal. We dive into the ways your childhood trauma may be impacting your current standards for your life. Inside of this episode: How childhood trauma impacts your ability to endure survival mode I invite you to consider what your current standards are I discuss ways you can heal and how you can start to rewrite the standards you have for your life I want you to know that no matter where you are on your healing journey, there is always a way forward. It’s never too late to change your belief system. To become securely attached and attract the love you want, apply to the Empowered.Secure.Loved. Program today: Click Here to Apply to the E.S.L. Program
Jan 17, 2024 • 32min
EP 405: Your Questions Answered: Toxic Positivity, Ethically Non-Monogamous, Defining the Relationship and more!
You are in for a treat with today’s episode…I am answering your questions that you shared with me on instagram, and these are some juicy topics!Inside this episode: What to do when you see “Ethically Non-Monogamous” on someones’ dating profile How to navigate a relationship where one partner is struggling with their mental health Dealing with Toxic PositivityWhat to do when you feel like texting your ex Aaaaand so much more! If you have been on the fence, now is the time to apply to the Empowered.Secure.Loved. Relationship Program.This month only you will get the Morning Alignment Journal and the Morning Alignment Course (Valued at 297!) for no additional cost. This offer ends soon, don’t wait to apply today! Click Here to Apply to the E.S.L. Program
Jan 15, 2024 • 20min
EP 404: 3 Ways to Have a Terrible Relationship (And What to do Instead)
The Empowered.Secure.Loved. Relationship Program is open for application; make 2024 Your Securely Attached Year! Click Here to Apply to the E.S.L. ProgramIn this episode, Dr. Morgan discusses how to have a terrible relationship by highlighting three common mistakes: placing responsibility for happiness on your partner, actions not matching words, and making assumptions about your partner. Instead, she encourages listeners to create their own happiness, ensure their actions align with their words, and lead with curiosity and openness to growth. Dr. Morgan also introduces the Morning Alignment Journal, a daily practice that has transformed her life and is now available to listeners.Episode TakeawaysTake responsibility for your own happiness instead of relying on your partner.Ensure your actions align with your words to build trust in your relationship.Avoid making assumptions about your partner and instead lead with curiosity and openness to growth.Consider using the Morning Alignment Journal as a daily practice to enhance self-awareness and personal growth.Grab your copy of the morning alignment journal here: Click Here to Grab your Morning Alignment Journal Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Empowered Secure Love Program02:24 Chapter 1: Putting Responsibility for Happiness on Your Partner05:20 Chapter 2: Actions Not Matching Words07:44 Chapter 3: Making Assumptions About Your Partner14:08 Chapter 4: Leading with Curiosity and Allowing Growth16:36 Conclusion and Morning Alignment Journal
Jan 10, 2024 • 28min
EP 403: Break-Up with Fear: Create the Life You Desire
Explore the lies fear makes you believe, find the antidote to fear and move out of your comfort zone, discover the truth about self-trust and stop caring what people think about you. Learn how to become securely attached and make positive changes to attract the healthy and lasting relationship you desire. Delve into the fear of change and the negative impact of staying in your comfort zone. Embrace fear, prioritize your feelings and desires, and create positive change in your life. Explore your fear of power and worthiness, take action, and pursue what you truly deserve.
Jan 8, 2024 • 31min
EP 402: How to Have a Healthy Dating Mindset: 5 Shifts You Need to Make Today
The Empowered.Secure.Loved. Relationship Program is open for application; make 2024 Your Securely Attached Year! Click Here to Apply to the E.S.L. ProgramDon’t get caught going into 2024 with the same dating mindset you had in 2023.It’s time to shake it up, baby! Inside of this episode, I give you the 5 shifts you need to make in your mindset in order to be able to have different results in your love life this year. I discuss how to: Shift from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset in dating.Practice open and honest communication, giving feedback and expressing feelings.Recognize and challenge thought spiraling and catastrophizing associated with anxious attachment.Differentiate between high standards and avoidant attachment as a distancing strategy.If you’re ready to make 2024 the year everything changes for you, I’ve got you covered. Apply to the 8 Week Empowered.Secure.Loved. Relationship Program to start your healing journey to secure attachment. Click Here to Apply to the E.S.L. ProgramEpisode Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction: Hopelessness in Dating04:20 Dating Mindset Shift: Abundance Mindset07:35 Dating Mindset Shift: Giving Feedback19:03 Dating Mindset Shift: Anxious Attachment22:50 Dating Mindset Shift: Avoidant Attachment26:40 Conclusion: Rewiring Your Brain for a Love-Filled Dating Life
Jan 3, 2024 • 32min
EP 401: Four Tools to Make 2024 Your Best Year Yet
Hot Off the Press!!For the first time ever, you can access the same morning practice that has completely transformed my life.The Morning Alignment Journal is now available for purchase!CLICK HERE TO ORDER YOUR COPYYou won’t want to miss my top four secrets to making 2024 your most aligned and powerful year yet. Inside of the episode:Why focus is crucial for achieving goals and aligning with one's highest and best identity.The daily written practice that changed my life.Why I think you should “disappear.”Aaaand so much more!This year, give yourself the only gift that truly matters: HEALING. Apply to the E.S.L. Relationship Program today to start your journey to Secure Attachment & Healthy Relationships. The time is now, beautiful. Don’t wait. Click Here to Apply to the E.S.L. ProgramEpisode Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Excitement for 202401:26 Practices to Align with Highest and Best Identity02:21 The Importance of Focus03:47 The Power of Daily Written Practice06:13 Introducing the Morning Alignment Journal09:34 The Benefits of Disappearing and Taking Space11:30 Being Intentional with Surroundings and Relationships13:17 The Impact of People in Your Life15:07 Giving Feedback and Setting Boundaries17:59 Playing Long-Term Games and Falling in Love with the Process
Jan 1, 2024 • 27min
EP 400: Make 2024 Your Best Year Yet
No more boring New Year's Resolutions! Inside this episode I discuss the importance of identity development and why traditional goal setting is not effective. I emphasize the need to focus on who we are becoming rather than what we want to achieve. Inside today’s juicy episode I discuss: Why You should focus on identity development rather than setting goals.How use Pain as leverage for change My unique vision board practice The importance of standards that match your identity Are you ready to become the securely attached version of you this year? So that you can effortlessly attract the love you desire? I’ve got you covered. The Empowered.Secure.Loved. Relationship Program is open for application. Click Here to Apply to the E.S.L. ProgramEpisode Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Importance of Identity Development03:15 Setting Goals vs Identity Shift05:14 Identifying the Pain and Pull Motivation09:03 Creating a Vision Board12:15 Taking an Inventory of 202314:30 Choosing a Word for 202416:50 Identity Shift and Behavior Standards23:12 Summary and Call to Action
