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Episode 74: Boundaries breached, hearts shattered: #10 of the Top 10 Worst Relationship Mistakes

October 24, 2023 04:49 - 6 minutes - 6.08 MB

Crossing the boundaries into infidelity is like tiptoeing over a minefield, as it can detonate a relationship's foundation and unleash a cascade of harmful effects that not only impact both people’s health but adversely affects generations. Sadly, I observe the profound effects each day in the counselling room. Here's the ultimate chapter in my ongoing series on the Top 10 Relationship Blunders I've been crafting over recent years.. I’ve tapped fingers to keyboard on this topic a few times b...

Episode 73: #9 of the Top 10 Worst Relationship mistakes: When Intimacy Takes the Backseat

September 24, 2023 07:19 - 5 minutes - 5.18 MB

Physical intimacy - the source of so much joy and frustration for many couples. Will you relate as I highlight the common experiences as noticed in the counselling room? Listen all the way through for helpful tips on what you can do.

Episode 72: #8 of the Top 10 Worst Relationship Mistakes: An alcohol or porn addiction is undermining your connection

March 21, 2023 05:40 - 6 minutes - 6.44 MB

Dare to revisit some of your biggest blunders or crazy arguments in your relationship. Did any occur when one or both of you were under the influence of alcohol? Have you or your partner ever been busted watching porn and what was the reaction? Join me in this episode for some insights to the counselling room on the somewhat effects of drinking and alcohol in couple's therapy and what you can do about it. Other helpful resources: Your Brain on Porn: Gary Wilson Helpful Podcasts on Porn and...

Episode 71: #7 of the Top 10 Worst Relationship Mistakes: You've overlooked the pandemic's psychological scars

February 08, 2023 23:02 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MB

I’m certainly not one to encourage peering into life’s revision mirror for too long, however it is worth giving yourself some recognition for making it through the recent years we have endured. Now that you’ve patted yourself on the back, let’s take a look at yourself and check you’re not making the 7th top relationship mistake I notice in the couple’s therapy room. Have you overlooked any lingering effect on your mental health and how you now show up in your relationship? Joanne Wilson is...

Episode 70: #6 of the Top 10 Worst Relationship Mistakes: Your relationship is at the bottom of your list

May 23, 2022 00:09 - 3 minutes - 3.6 MB

Take out today’s to-do list and scan it for where the people you care most about are listed.  Not there? I agree with you. Your wife, husband, partner, children, grandparents, grandchildren and bestie don’t need to go on the list as they’re always there. But are they? It’s fair enough that the following elements of life’s journey take priority at times: …. The list goes on!newborns and growing hungry, noisy children that then need to be driven everywhere! earning the big bucks to retir...

Episode 69: How's your Valentine's Year going?

March 23, 2022 04:25 - 8 minutes - 7.88 MB

Have the recent bizarre years extinguished your energy for passion and romance? You wouldn’t be the only one to have found yourself suffering from a bad case of “flat-mate syndrome”. Maybe you’re even struggling to make conversation with the person you fell head-over-heels with many moons ago or getting down and flirty together is a distant memory. Valentine’s Day was the perfect cue to invigorate your relationship with these strategies for the whole year to get that head-over-heels feeling...

Episode 68: #5 of the Top 10 Worst Relationship Mistakes: The common denominator in conflict

December 20, 2021 08:49 - 7 minutes - 6.83 MB

What is the one major common denominator I notice that inhibits a healthy approach to conflict? Humans. Yes – you. Confronting, right? Rarely do we have the headspace to point the finger at ourselves when it comes to arguments with our partners. Why? Let me explain what the theme of "self" is so important to check why your approach to the conflict may be going so wrong. You may actually quite like my idea! TIME FOR A MUCH NEEDED POSITIVE INJECTION INTO YOUR RELATIONSHIP? Enter DEC21 until...

Episode 67: #4 of the Top 10 Worst Relationship Mistakes: Jealousy is a curse

October 25, 2021 07:55 - 4 minutes - 4.08 MB

We've all heard that "Jealousy is a curse"! You may have also read that "Envy is the art of counting another's blessings instead of your own." How about this one?  "A flower never thinks of competing with the flower next to it. It just blooms". Jealousy wilts your relationships. The most well known form of jealousy is the sense of rivalry and suspicion. The unpleasant apprehension of infidelity. Tune into learn what I commonly notice amongst couples I work with that really unravels them: ...

Episode 66: Your communication lacks meaning #3 of the Top 10 Worst Relationship Mistakes

August 30, 2021 07:09 - 7 minutes - 6.51 MB

Jane and Mark are great communicators. Their lifestyle is organised, structured and fun for their four children all under 14 years old. All children enjoy at least two after school activities each per week despite Mark working full time and Jane part-time. One child has special needs so attends additional therapies. Despite this, their lifestyle ticks along extremely well. Jane and Mark have rarely argued throughout their 16-year marriage so why were they in my counselling room? Tune in to f...

Episode 65: When you allow your partner’s past to be your present #2 of the Top 10 Worst Relationship Mistakes

August 16, 2021 06:27 - 6 minutes - 6.35 MB

Have you ever struggled to comprehend or accept your partner’s previous life before you? Maybe they can’t handle your horrible histories? ​Welcome to Part 2 of my Top 10 Worst Relationship Mistakes Series. Here are some particularly challenging topics I’ve noticed when you can’t get past your spouse’s past: They’ve:​ lied or covered up mistakes from their family, friends or partner cheated on their previous partner had more sexual partners than you'd have preferred retained very close...

Episode 65: When you allow your partner’s past to be your present

August 16, 2021 06:27 - 6 minutes - 6.35 MB

Have you ever struggled to comprehend or accept your partner’s previous life before you? Maybe they can’t handle your horrible histories? ​Welcome to Part 2 of my Top 10 Worst Relationship Mistakes Series. Here are some particularly challenging topics I’ve noticed when you can’t get past your spouse’s past: They’ve:​ lied or covered up mistakes from their family, friends or partner cheated on their previous partner had more sexual partners than you'd have preferred retained very close...

Episode 64: #1 of the Top 10 Worst Relationship Mistakes

July 30, 2021 05:58 - 4 minutes - 3.74 MB

Welcome to the “Top 10 Worst Relationship Mistakes” series as noticed in the counselling room. You are welcome to enjoy this also from personal experience as a married relationship therapist who is living and breathing the wondrous relationship reality! Check out this series on my Instagram TV channel and on Facebook Live. Joanne Wilson is the Relationship Rejuvenator and author of Renovate Your Relationship – All The DIY Tools For Your Most Important Project ($29.99). She is a neuropsycho...

Episode 22. Found yourself caught in the twin vanities and the QPL? with Dr Hugh Mackay

July 02, 2021 07:16 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MB

Our interview with the incredible Dr Hugh Mackay and his fascinating acronym of the QPL! What an honour to share his insight and I know you'll note his findings make perfect sense! Hugh Mackay is a social researcher and bestselling author of 19 books, including The Good Life, The Art of Belonging and his latest: Australia Reimagined. He has had a 60-year career in social research, and was also a weekly newspaper columnist for over 25 years. Among many honorary appointments, he has been ...

Episode 30. What does a Leap Year have to do with Intimacy?

July 02, 2021 07:13 - 4 minutes - 3.96 MB

As it turns out - quite a lot!  Find out why in this article as part of my "Inhibitors to Intimacy" series. - Check out my weekly column in the @sunshinecoastdaily Weekend Mag or on my Blog https://www.theconfidantecounselling.com/blog. - Tune in to radio Salt 106.5 https://salt1065.com/ each Friday morning for my co-host with Kristian on the morning Wakeup - Enjoy FREE relationship resources at www.relationshiprejuvenator.com

Episode 31. Naked to the soul

July 02, 2021 07:12 - 4 minutes - 4.03 MB

It's a wrap for my Inhibitors to Intimacy series with this beautiful term, Naked to the Soul". It blends beautifully with explaining one of those main blocks to the love your crave and deserve. With special thanks to Peter Janetzki for his expertise on this. Read this article as part of my "Inhibitors to Intimacy" series HERE. - Check out my weekly column in the @sunshinecoastdaily Weekend Mag or this areas on my Blog https://www.theconfidantecounselling.com/blog. - Tune in to radio Salt...

Episode 32. Signs you’ve lost yourself in your relationship

July 02, 2021 07:11 - 5 minutes - 5.43 MB

In these unprecedented times of a pandemic with terrifying updates bombarded so easily accessible to our hand-held devices at lightning speed. More than ever do we need to count on others for a sense of safety - especially for those in a relationship who want the safety their connection can bring. There's been no better time to evaluate the health of your relationship as we practise social distancing is encouraged social isolation for some. Great relationships feature a healthy sense of se...

Episode 33. Stockpiling Relationship Solutions during a Pandemic - Part One

July 02, 2021 07:11 - 5 minutes - 5.4 MB

Tune in to the first of my new series, "Stockpiling Relationship Solutions". How do you cope with the unknown? What behaviours do those of you in a relationship find your partner exhibit when fearful? Do you have a child who surprises you with bizarre and unsettling responses to change or feeling scared? In these unprecedented times of a pandemic with terrifying updates bombarded so easily accessible to our hand-held devices at lightning speed, we can be shocked by other’s response to fear...

Episode 34. Stockpiling Relationship Solutions During the Pandemic Part Two - How To Cope with My Partner and Family during Social Distancing

July 02, 2021 07:11 - 7 minutes - 6.62 MB

The majority of everything has been cancelled. Many people are so unwell, there's anxiousness from worry and we've been instructed to isolate ourselves - the only way to stop the spread. You've therefore been relieved of the hectic child taxi service. You can't go to the gym, footy club or whatever your “thing”, is closed until further notice - there’s nothing on and finances might be tight. The sound of crickets are chirping except for the tap of your keyboard or phone, working from home. ...

Episode 35. Stockpiling Relationship Resources Part 3 - The Power of Touch, Fur and Feathers

July 02, 2021 07:07 - 6 minutes - 5.99 MB

Sadly, we were already in the grip of a mental health crisis caused by trends in Australian society featuring shrinking households, greater tendency to be more mobile severing old-fashioned neighbourly friendships, the rate of separation and divorce, decreasing birth rate where we compensate with more pets instead (which isn’t all bad!) and the information technology boom that has us feeling more connected than ever before but more apart from each other! Enter a pandemic then forced isolatio...

Episode 36. Physical Distancing and Cyber Boundaries

July 02, 2021 07:06 - 4 minutes - 4.62 MB

It seems social distancing and increased downtime for many equates to more screen time. Not a week goes by when cyber-related challenges aren't raised in the counselling room and I have some excellent prompts and topics for you to discuss with your spouse and family. Joanne Wilson is a neuropsychotherapist, relationship specialist, workshop facilitator and guest speaker. Tune into radio Salt106.5 each Friday morning for her co-host of the Morning Wakeup discussing her weekly newspaper colum...

Episode 37. Physical Distancing and Pornography

July 02, 2021 07:06 - 4 minutes - 4.15 MB

Does social distancing translate to a greater use of pornography? I don’t know but many people do ask me if pornography is a contributing cause to the demise of relationships? This is an extremely controversial topic and always will be. As a relationship therapist, I journey with clients without judgment and respect their opinions and values. This episode refers to the most recent statistics from the world's largest pornographic website and the good or bad impact on relationships. Joanne Wi...

Episode 38. The one word that can save relationships.

July 02, 2021 07:06 - 7 minutes - 6.8 MB

"I haven't spoken to the mother-in-law for six months now ... apparently, it's rude to interrupt.” chuckled one of my clients recently. The focus is mothers-in-law as we contemplate Mother’s Day on 10 May in case you need to prepare! Not just the outlaws but extended family and friends, too and  I’m quite sure there are a few relieved people that have found social distancing quite beneficial? Starry-eyed romantics are often caught unaware after slipping into the love vortex. Clarity is ske...

Episode 39. Winter Intimacy Revival Techniques

July 02, 2021 07:05 - 6 minutes - 6.05 MB

Australians in many states can enjoy a glorious winter but we may still withdraw a little from the chill, find it harder to exercise and feel more irritable. Our lips get dry and cracked and so can our relationships. You may have started the year with the intention to give your relationship another big shot and rekindle the connection, then found it further strained throughout social isolation. As we approach mid-year, maybe you’re both on the downward spiral and bogged down. Whilst this on...

Episode 63: When intimacy wanes - Part 2

July 01, 2021 06:38 - 8 minutes - 7.78 MB

It is so normal for intimacy levels to wax and wane throughout life’s challenges that involve lack of sleep throughout parenting, illness, stress and uncertainty during a pandemic. Enjoy the more specific how to's when overcoming a lack of intimacy in your relationship. What can you do to rebuild intimacy? It is essential to evaluate your individual approaches through neuroplasticity in harnessing the power of your mind which is fabulously renewable and fundamentally, changeable. Joanne Wi...

Episode 62: When intimacy wanes - Part One

June 17, 2021 23:40 - 4 minutes - 4.02 MB

It is a wonderful gift to navigate an uncertain world knowing someone “has our back” despite our flaws, failings and mistakes. We fare much better when we share the load of life’s challenges with a significant other. Healthy intimacy was beautifully described by one of my mentors as being “naked to the soul”. It is a realisation of our inherent design to submit with vulnerability to enjoy a sense of safety and security based on trust. We flourish when we allow people into our emotional world...

Episode 61: How can I ever trust my partner again?

May 31, 2021 03:59 - 8 minutes - 7.75 MB

“Why did she go to great lengths to lie to me for so long?” “How do I know my husband’s deceit  won’t hurt me againt?” “I just don’t trust her.” “How could he  not have considered the horrific consequences?” “Do leopards change their spots?” …. All valid and heart wrenching questions when trust is broken. Trust is an essential element of a relationship. When this is compromised, it can have a devastating ripple effect on not only the relationship, but business, finances, children ...

Episode 60: The torment when you and your partner have a vastly different work ethic

May 26, 2021 01:37 - 7 minutes - 6.51 MB

Are you married to “Lazy bones, “Good-for-nothing Gladys” or “Layabout Larry”? These are just a few of the terms (I’ve omitted the worse ones) often to describe spouses in the counselling room. On one hand, it is so great to have that friend who is so laid back, you need a spot fire to to rouse them into action.  They are just so chilled out, so mellow, it is enviable.  On the other hand, being married to that person can be a different thing. This person could be termed as “enough oriente...

Episode 59: When your partner undermines you with friends or family

May 13, 2021 00:30 - 4 minutes - 4.48 MB

When your partner undermines you with friends and family. Listen in for examples of when this common snag occurs and what you can do about it. Don’t forget to diarise my Facebook Lives each Therapeutic Thursday morning for Thriving Relationships to inject some relational inspirations into your weekend!     Joanne Wilson is the Relationship Rejuvenator and author of Renovate Your Relationship – All The DIY Tools For Your Most Important Project ($29.99). She is a neuropsychotherapist inspiri...

Episode 58: The humiliation when your partner puts you down in front of others

May 07, 2021 05:25 - 7 minutes - 6.51 MB

The humiliation when your spouse puts you down in front of others. Join me as I discuss how I worked in the Counselling room with Vanessa and Brad and how they overcame this common but disastrous snag for many couples. Don’t forget to diarise my Facebook Lives each Therapeutic Thursday morning for Thriving Relationships to inject some relational inspirations into your weekend! Joanne Wilson is the Relationship Rejuvenator and author of Renovate Your Relationship – All The DIY Tools For Your...

Episode 57: A lonely relationship features the inability to share our fears and faults

April 28, 2021 23:39 - 6 minutes - 5.62 MB

Listen in to how Leonie and Bruce came to enjoying transparency and lifting the burden of hiding aspects of themselves for true intimacy. Hear about the common topics we hide in our relationship and one major point not to overlook at the end! Don’t forget to diarise my Facebook Lives each Therapeutic Thursday morning for Thriving Relationships to inject some relational inspirations into your weekend! Joanne Wilson is the Relationship Rejuvenator and author of Renovate Your Relationship – A...

Episode 56: Why won't my partner cuddle me?

April 21, 2021 23:18 - 6 minutes - 5.77 MB

Deep love is when your spouse expresses affection how you long for it and not what they need - Joanne Wilson Freida would arrive each fortnight for her relationship counselling session with Fred and repeatedly complain how much longed for him to welcome her home with a warm embrace. He repeatedly seemed to ignore these requests. She had given up on seeking affection in the way she truly longed for it. In fact, Freida would appreciate ANY gentle caress of her hair and long for him to initi...

Episode 55: Where to start when your conflict results in days of silence and isolation

April 15, 2021 02:20 - 6 minutes - 6.41 MB

Feeling trapped in isolation and loneliness from days of conflict is exhausting. Here's where to start... Don’t forget to diarise my Facebook Lives each Therapeutic Thursday morning for Thriving Relationships to inject some relational inspirations into your weekend! Joanne Wilson is the Relationship Rejuvenator and author of Renovate Your Relationship – All The DIY Tools For Your Most Important Project ($29.99). She is a neuropsychotherapist inspiring the community for thriving and dynamic...

Episode 54: Lack of united goals and dreams = lack of emotional security

April 07, 2021 22:47 - 8 minutes - 7.93 MB

One of those main things that fuels disconnection and loneliness in relationships is the lack of continual alignment and checking in where you're headed. There is no emotional safety when you don't have united goals or dreams. Join me as I discuss Jan and Phil and what we did about their situation to haul them rapidly back toward a loving, intimate connection.  Don’t forget to diarise my Facebook Lives each Therapeutic Thursday morning for Thriving Relationships to inject some relational i...

Episode 53: Your relationship is not right when you can't enjoy being accepted as your true self.

March 24, 2021 03:33 - 6 minutes - 5.61 MB

What to do when your relationship makes you feel a lot less than the best version of you. Don’t forget to diarise my Facebook Lives each Therapeutic Thursday morning for Thriving Relationships to inject some relational inspirations into your weekend! Joanne Wilson is the Relationship Rejuvenator and author of Renovate Your Relationship – All The DIY Tools For Your Most Important Project ($29.99). She is a neuropsychotherapist inspiring the community for thriving and dynamic relationships t...

Episode 52. When you can't confide in your partner and trust is lost

March 17, 2021 23:50 - 4 minutes - 3.79 MB

Don’t forget to diarise my Facebook Lives each Therapeutic Thursday morning for Thriving Relationships to inject some relational inspirations into your weekend! Joanne Wilson is the Relationship Rejuvenator and author of Renovate Your Relationship – All The DIY Tools For Your Most Important Project ($29.99). She is a neuropsychotherapist inspiring the community for thriving and dynamic relationships that impact generations for mental well-being. Find out more at www.relationshiprejuvenator....

Episode #. When you can't confide in your partner and trust is lost

March 17, 2021 23:50 - 4 minutes - 3.79 MB

Don’t forget to diarise my Facebook Lives each Therapeutic Thursday morning for Thriving Relationships to inject some relational inspirations into your weekend! Joanne Wilson is the Relationship Rejuvenator and author of Renovate Your Relationship – All The DIY Tools For Your Most Important Project ($29.99). She is a neuropsychotherapist inspiring the community for thriving and dynamic relationships that impact generations for mental well-being. Find out more at www.relationshiprejuvenator....

Episode 51. When you don't receive the support you need in your relationship....

March 17, 2021 23:34 - 4 minutes - 4.49 MB

Remember when you and your partner spent hours talking into the wee hours with adoring eye contact?  You started out strong!   Fast forward>>> a few years later and you become passing ships in the night. Add children in between those ships and those noisy, demanding little foghorns become the priority as you navigate parenthood and the rest of life’s big dippers. Enjoy my ideas on how to receive the meaningful support you need in your relationship. Don’t forget to diarise my Facebook Liv...

Episode 42. When you don't receive the support you need in your relationship....

March 17, 2021 23:34 - 4 minutes - 4.49 MB

Remember when you and your partner spent hours talking into the wee hours with adoring eye contact?  You started out strong!   Fast forward>>> a few years later and you become passing ships in the night. Add children in between those ships and those noisy, demanding little foghorns become the priority as you navigate parenthood and the rest of life’s big dippers. Enjoy my ideas on how to receive the meaningful support you need in your relationship. Don’t forget to diarise my Facebook Liv...

Episode 50. When your relationship has you feeling emotionally unsafe.

March 17, 2021 23:34 - 3 minutes - 3.51 MB

Is your partner your number one fan? We want to know that our intimate partner is our go-to person and that you are there for them. Are they the person that you go to first when you hear exciting news or when troubled? When applying for a job or out with others, it's nice to know they’ve got your back, cheering you on and supporting you throughout life’s highs and low. What happens when you don't have this and what does that mean for you?  Don’t forget to diarse my Facebook Lives each Therape...

Episode 41. When your relationship has you feeling emotionally unsafe.

March 17, 2021 23:34 - 3 minutes - 3.51 MB

Is your partner your number one fan? We want to know that our intimate partner is our go-to person and that you are there for them. Are they the person that you go to first when you hear exciting news or when troubled? When applying for a job or out with others, it's nice to know they’ve got your back, cheering you on and supporting you throughout life’s highs and low. What happens when you don't have this and what does that mean for you?  Don’t forget to diarse my Facebook Lives each Therape...

Episode 43. Three relationship boredom busters

March 17, 2021 23:33 - 5 minutes - 5.01 MB

Did you want me to grab some milk on the way home? Did you see that clip about the royal dramas? How’s your sister? When was Johnny’s maths test again? What’s for dinner? Did you want me to collect Freida after school today and take her to netball? The Johnsons  asked to catch up on Sunday at 4pm – does that suit? When are you mowing the lawn? B.O.R.I.N.G! These questions are part of a normal, balanced and essential part of life where we are required to earn money to live. However, if it’s ON...

Episode 49. Three relationship boredom busters

March 17, 2021 23:33 - 5 minutes - 5.01 MB

Did you want me to grab some milk on the way home? Did you see that clip about the royal dramas? How’s your sister? When was Johnny’s maths test again? What’s for dinner? Did you want me to collect Freida after school today and take her to netball? The Johnsons  asked to catch up on Sunday at 4pm – does that suit? When are you mowing the lawn? B.O.R.I.N.G! These questions are part of a normal, balanced and essential part of life where we are required to earn money to live. However, if it’s ON...

When you don't receive the support you need in your relationship....

March 05, 2021 04:38 - 4 minutes - 4.49 MB

Remember when you and your partner spent hours talking into the wee hours with adoring eye contact?  You started out strong!   Fast forward>>> a few years later and you become passing ships in the night. Add children in between those ships and those noisy, demanding little foghorns become the priority as you navigate parenthood and the rest of life’s big dippers. Enjoy my ideas on how to receive the meaningful support you need in your relationship. Don’t forget to diarise my Facebook Liv...

When your relationship has you feeling emotionally unsafe.

February 25, 2021 23:41 - 3 minutes - 3.51 MB

Is your partner your number one fan? We want to know that our intimate partner is our go-to person and that you are there for them. Are they the person that you go to first when you hear exciting news or when troubled? When applying for a job or out with others, it's nice to know they’ve got your back, cheering you on and supporting you throughout life’s highs and low. What happens when you don't have this and what does that mean for you?  Don’t forget to diarse my Facebook Lives each Ther...

Episode 40. You’re not alone if you feel alone in your relationship.

February 22, 2021 03:47 - 5 minutes - 5.37 MB

Ever suffer from loneliness in your relationship? If so, be assured you’re not alone feeling alone in your relationship. Common category causes for loneliness reported in the counselling room are the three S's: Soapies, Screens and Schedules. I’m also adding “Transparency” to the list. Tune in as out outline some strategies to combat loneliness in your relationship. Real happiness does not come from getting everything you want. It comes from sharing what you have with the people who matt...

Episode 48. You’re not alone if you feel alone in your relationship.

February 22, 2021 03:47 - 5 minutes - 5.37 MB

Ever suffer from loneliness in your relationship? If so, be assured you’re not alone feeling alone in your relationship. Common category causes for loneliness reported in the counselling room are the three S's: Soapies, Screens and Schedules. I’m also adding “Transparency” to the list. Tune in as out outline some strategies to combat loneliness in your relationship. Real happiness does not come from getting everything you want. It comes from sharing what you have with the people who matt...

You’re not alone if you feel alone in your relationship.

February 22, 2021 03:47 - 5 minutes - 5.37 MB

Ever suffer from loneliness in your relationship? If so, be assured you’re not alone feeling alone in your relationship. Common category causes for loneliness reported in the counselling room are the three S's: Soapies, Screens and Schedules. I’m also adding “Transparency” to the list. Tune in as out outline some strategies to combat loneliness in your relationship. Real happiness does not come from getting everything you want. It comes from sharing what you have with the people who matt...

Episode 47. Relationship Myth Busters

February 11, 2021 01:16 - 7 minutes - 7.38 MB

February is LOVE month for many, except for those disappointed by unrealistic expectations or if you're single! As featured in Australian magazine, Woman's Day magazine, listen in as I bust a few myths about relationships and take a different perspective on how to level up your relationship skills.

Relationship Myth Busters

February 11, 2021 01:16 - 7 minutes - 7.38 MB

February is LOVE month for many, except for those disappointed by unrealistic expectations or if you're single! As featured in Australian magazine, Woman's Day magazine, listen in as I bust a few myths about relationships and take a different perspective on how to level up your relationship skills.

Episode 46. 12 Days of Christmas Relationship Revivers

December 21, 2020 08:07 - 9 minutes - 8.78 MB

Christmas time is approaching!  Here are my themes of major relationship challenges I notice each year so you can avoid them. It is a time of love, of compassion, of togetherness … and often, of barely constrained arguments. Healthy relationships are the underpinning of our mental health so I’ve summarised all the seasonal relationship stiflers I notice in the counselling room. With thanks to My Weekly Preview for featuring this article and spreading the love! Joanne Wilson is the Relation...

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