Relationship Advice
468 episodes - English - Latest episode: 23 days ago - ★★★★ - 1.6K ratingsI Do Podcast interviews today’s most successful and inspiring relationship experts, therapists and couples. Hosted by Chase Kosterlitz and produced by Sarah Kosterlitz, I Do Podcast is all about inspiring young couples to create a fulfilling and happy relationship. The weekly podcast will give you great advice to improve your relationship and fun ways to keep the spark alive. Each episode Chase interviews amazing relationship experts who share their knowledge on building successful and lasting love. The guests provide daily tips to improve your relationship, advice for young couples, amazing books and resources and much more.
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451: Improve Your Relationship By Asking Better Questions
April 03, 2024 18:31 - 49 minutesIt might sound a bit too good to be true. Ask better questions and instantly improve your relationship? The quality of our relationships is often determined by the quality of our communication and connection. Asking better questions will help you communicate better and develop a deeper sense of understanding and intimacy with your partner. Listen to today's show to learn how to ask better questions and improve your relationship today! In this episode with Topaz Adizes we discuss relationship ...
450: Fixing Common Relationship Issues
March 27, 2024 20:57 - 41 minutesKelli Miller shares essential advice for tackling common relationship issues. From reigniting feelings of love to navigating differences in desires and managing the impact of social media, Kelli provides practical tips to enhance your relationship. Tune in for actionable insights on compromise and understanding the ebb and flow of emotions, empowering you to strengthen your bond with your partner. In this episode with Kelli Miller we discuss relationship advice topics that include: What to d...
449: Keys To Building A Lifetime Of Love
March 20, 2024 05:55 - 50 minutesUnfortunately, love and relationships don't necessarily come naturally to us. But that's ok! We can gain the tools and strategies to cultivate a life full of love and relationships that are fulfilling and healthy. Listen to today's show for amazing tips to start improving your relationship today. In this episode with Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Tools to understand ourselves so we can better relate with others through the love blueprint Understan...
448: Understanding Love, Personalities And Our Brain
March 13, 2024 14:36 - 43 minutesIf we better understand what makes us who we are, we can relate better and have more loving and fulfilling relationships. Listen to today's show to learn more about how our brain chemistry, personality types and evolution make us who we are and influence how we relate to others. In this episode with Dr. Helen Fisher we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understanding why we fall in love with specific personality types How sex drive, romantic love and attachment influence our ...
447: Building Better Communication, Compassion And Connection
March 06, 2024 16:46 - 49 minutesOur relationships are often a product of the quality of our communication. Communication involves much more than just the words we speak. Listen to today's show to learn how to approach and have conversations that will produce more connection and love in your relationship. In this episode with Dr. Heather Browne we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How communication starts beyond words Important questions to ask yourself before having a conversation Specific steps to ensure...
446: The Definition Of Love, Negotiating Impasses And Deep Wisdom
February 28, 2024 04:04 - 1 hourDefining something is one of the first steps in understanding and cultivating it. Loving and being loved is a fundamental human need that can bring us amazing highs and unbearable lows. Today's wide ranging and philosophical conversation will help you better understand and cultivate love in your life, negotiate in conflict and live a richer, more meaningful life. In this episode with Dr. David McMillan we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The factors that contribute to true a...
445: Money, Happiness And Meaning
February 20, 2024 19:35 - 40 minutesWe need money to move through the world, but more money doesn't necessarily mean more happiness. Navigating our relationship with money is an important part of life and relationships. We've covered understanding our money personalities in several past shows. Through his own experiences and many interesting conversations, Paul shares what money means to different people and what we can learn from their stories. In this episode with Paul Ollinger we discuss relationship advice topics that incl...
444: Dealing With Negative Thoughts
February 14, 2024 16:58 - 36 minutesDo you ever get caught in a negative thought pattern that you just can't seem to break? Maybe you often find yourself turning an ant hill into a mountain? Negative thoughts can take over our lives and make us feel frustrated, sad and overwhelmed. Listen to today's show to learn how to combat negative thoughts with specific tools and tips that will help you right away! In this episode with Amy Morin we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understanding that just because we think s...
443: Healing Your Negative Attachment Patterns
February 13, 2024 01:07 - 44 minutesAttachment theory is a valuable lense to examine ourselves and our relationships. Understanding how most of us will fall into common negative attachment patterns can help you heal and thrive in your relationship. Listen to today's show to learn more about attachment theory, breaking negative patterns and much more! In this episode with Jessica Baum we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to negotiate comfort between closeness and space in your relationship What attachment pa...
442: Surviving Domesticity And Having Better Conversations
January 31, 2024 08:00 - 40 minutesKids, household chores, carpools and the monotony of a routine life can take its toll on a relationship. Listen to today's show to learn how to keep your relationship fresh, have better conversations with your partner and improve your relationship. In this episode with Enrico Gnaulati we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Why marital satisfaction plummets when couples have children How to create a balance between parenting and romance Exploring new forms of love through pare...
441: Sex Education And Tips For Open Communication
January 24, 2024 05:41 - 40 minutesUnfortunately, many of us received little to no sex education as young adults. We bring this lack of knowledge into our adult relationships and often live sex lives that suffer from this. The good news is that it's never too late to learn! Listen to today's show to get educated about sex, communication and much more! In this episode with Danielle Bezalel we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Where to start when thinking about your sexual education Porn's effect on our sex educ...
440: What Exactly Is A Healthy Relationship Anyway!?
January 17, 2024 11:00 - 50 minutesDefining what a healthy relationship looks like is a good first step to creating one. Domestic violence is unfortunately a part of some unhealthy relationships so it's also important to understand this unhealthy issue. Listen to today's show to understand these topics! In this episode with Dr. Christine Murray we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Defining what a healthy, thriving relationship looks like The spectrum of happiness in a relationship Understanding the power and ...
439: Healing Unhealthy Relationship Patterns
January 10, 2024 15:30 - 37 minutesMany of us learn unhealthy relationship patterns and have trouble understanding and breaking them. What if we could teach our children to not create these patterns and learn how to break them for ourselves through a children's book? Listen to today's show to hear how a licensed therapist has written a children's book to help adults and children heal. In this episode with Daniel McMillan we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understanding the pursue, withdraw, relationship patt...
438: Loving Yourself Into Deeper And More Meaningful Connections
January 03, 2024 06:00 - 47 minutesWe all want to have better relationships but we don't always have the tools to get there. Surprisingly, much of the work of having better connections starts from the relationship with ourselves. Listen to today's show to learn how to deepen your connection with yourself and others. In this episode with Andy Chaleff we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Tools to open up to all kinds of relationships for deeper connections The magic hack of saying the thing that you're struggli...
437: Creating A More Conscious Life And Relationship
December 27, 2023 14:49 - 45 minutesUnderstanding how to live our lives more consciously and present will improve our relationships with ourselves and with all whom we come in contact with. Listen to today's show to learn the tools to live and love more consciously. In this episode with Steve Farrell we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Unpacking the illusion of separation for more conscious living How to work toward relationships that are non-transactional What we can learn from near death experiences to pos...
436: How To Become A Better Lover And Know What You Want In Bed
December 20, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutesMost of us have had a poor introduction to sex with all of the shame and misinformation we take in through culture and early education. Unpacking these things as adults can help us be more in touch with our sexuality and improve our sex lives. Listen to today's show to learn how to become a better lover and have more satisfying sexual experiences. In this episode with Amy and April we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The number one tool that will help you start becoming a be...
435: Increase Desire, Deepen Pleasure And Expand Your Orgasmic Potential
December 13, 2023 13:32 - 43 minutesWho wouldn't want to increase desire, deepen pleasure and expand their orgasmic potential? Yes please! Listen to today's show to learn how to understand the tools and practices necessary to further develop your sexuality and sexual experiences. In this episode with Susan Taylor we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to resensitize yourself to sexual touch for better sexual experiences How porn impacts your sexuality and sexual experiences Specific practices to learn how t...
434: The Magic And Power Of Nonverbal Communication
December 06, 2023 14:07 - 55 minutesA large part of communication is without words and the science behind it is fascinating and useful. Listen to today's show to learn about the secret world of nonverbal communication and how to harness its power to improve all of your relationships. In this episode with Dr. Stephen Furlich we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understanding the general principles of nonverbal communication How gender greatly influences our ability to give and receive nonverbal cues Understand...
433: High Performers And Dating
November 29, 2023 05:01 - 48 minutesAre you a high performer always looking to advance in your career and dating life? Perhaps you're struggling to balance the two or to be as successful in your dating life as you are in other areas of life? Listen to today's show to learn where high achievers go wrong and how to do it better in love, life and relationships. In this episode with Katarina we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understanding the blindspots you may have when dating and in relationships Dealing wit...
432: Recovering From Sexual Trauma And Grief
November 22, 2023 21:43 - 39 minutesHealing after sexual trauma can be a complex and continuous process. Tools to navigate healing will help someone learn to love others and themselves. Listen to today's show to better understand the healing process and learn to love and trust again. In this episode with Edy Nathan we discuss relationship advice topics that include: What to do if you feel imprisoned by your sexual trauma Understanding the loss of the self that occurs from trauma Strategies to move through sexual trauma How...
431: Dealing With Criticism
November 15, 2023 08:00 - 52 minutesCriticism is something that will likely come up in relationships with friends, family, and romantic partners. How we deal with criticism is an important part of maintaining healthy relationships. Listen to today's show to learn how to deal with criticism much more! In this episode with Dr. Higgins we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understanding what criticism is, where it comes from and it's underlying origins The one response to criticism to start using immediately How t...
430: Radiate Positivity To Improve Your Relationships
November 08, 2023 08:00 - 45 minutesIt's easy to feel overwhelmed by the abundance of self help information available these days. Sometimes the best thing we can do for ourselves and our relationships is something that's simple and easy to remember and implement. Look no further than today's episode for simple, actionable advice to help improve your relationships and your life today! In this episode with Dr. Cohen we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to cultivate positive relationships that will impact your ...
429: How To Date Better - Manage Anxiety And Dating With Intention
November 01, 2023 18:26 - 49 minutesAre you frustrated and disappointed by your dating experiences? Perhaps you have a lot of anxiety around dating and meeting the right person? Listen to today's episode to learn how to date better with more peace of mind for better results and more happiness! In this episode with Anne Appel we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Specific tips and tools to date with less anxiety and better results The importance of recognizing the difference between chemistry and compatibility H...
428: Navigating Toxic Relationships With Family, Friends And Lovers
October 27, 2023 16:09 - 43 minutesRelationships make our lives richer, however, sometimes they can cause a lot of pain and frustration. If you are in a relationship with someone who is narcissistic or toxic, chances are they leave you feeling emotionally drained and looking for answers. Listen to today's show to learn how to deal with a toxic relationship whether it's with your romantic partner, a friend or a family member. In this episode with Chelsey Cole we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The specific si...
427: Creating A Life You Truly Desire
October 18, 2023 07:00 - 47 minutesWhat does it mean to live a good life? The answer will be different for each individual, however, there are mixed signals that can lead us astray. Are you truly living the life you want to live or are you living the life your parents, society or friends want you to live? Listen to today's show to understand the factors that influence our life decisions and how to start living a more fulfilling and authentic life. In this episode with Dr. Jasmonae Joyriel we discuss relationship advice topics...
426: Improving Physical And Verbal Communication
October 11, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutesIf you're reading this then you likely would love to improve your relationship and sex life. Start by asking yourself, do I have an in-depth knowledge of what my partner physically desires? Do I know how they like to be touched? How do you like to be touched? Have I communicated with my partner about these things? These are likely new questions to ask your partner and yourself. Listen to today's show to learn more about a detailed process to communicate more effectively both physically and v...
425: Creating An Abundant Life
October 04, 2023 14:02 - 40 minutesAn abundance mindset is one that will help bring you more love, laughter and light. Don't you want to learn to cultivate this way of living!? Sometimes this kind of dialogue can seems gimmicky or full of someone trying to sell you something. Not this discussion! Listen to today's show for specific, actionable tools to cultivate an abundance mindset that will improve your relationship and your entire life! In this episode with Dr. Etel we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The m...
424: From Chaos To Calm: Regulating Your Nervous System
September 27, 2023 07:00 - 35 minutesWhen our nervous system is activated it's hard to make good decisions, show up how we want to be in relationships and generally keep ourselves together! Listen to today's show for a step-by-step process to regulate your nervous system and go from chaos to calm. In this episode with Julie Potiker we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to find your soothing touch spot to begin calming yourself down Understanding and releasing the shame of losing yourself and acting out in th...
423: Love, Relationships, Giving And Receiving
September 20, 2023 07:00 - 42 minutesLove and relationships can often get mixed up in terms of the difference between the two and how we experience them. Understanding the deeper meaning of love and relationships for ourselves can help us navigate our lives and relate better. Listen to today's show for an interesting discussion around these topics and much more! In this episode with Sanya Bari we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The nature of relationships and why they require rules The important distinction b...
422: Heart, Emotion And The Body
September 13, 2023 07:00 - 46 minutesOur emotions can affect us both consciously and unconsciously. Negative emotions can be stored in the body and even lead to illness and disease. Listen to today's episode for deep insights into how our emotions, conscious and unconscious mind and our heart all influence how we move through relationships and the world around us. In this episode with Dr. Brad Nelson we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How emotional baggage can lead to illness and how to begin to heal this The...
421: Cultivating Spirituality In Your Life
September 06, 2023 07:00 - 39 minutesDo you have spiritual practices in your life and relationship? What does spirituality mean to you? Listen to today's show to better understand what it means to be on a spiritual path and learn how to walk that path to improve your life and relationship. In this episode with Dimitri Moraitis we discuss relationship advice topics that include: What is a spiritual awakening and how do they occur? Four actionable steps to grow spirituality in your life Instead of looking for the perfect relat...
420: What Mentally Strong Couples DON'T Do
August 30, 2023 08:00 - 44 minutesModels for how to behave and what not to do in a relationship can be a valuable tool for growth. Listen to today's show to understand what strong couples don't do in order to create a healthy, happy relationship. In this episode with Amy Morin we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The danger in assigning meaning to your partner's behavior and making assumptions Why you shouldn't keep secrets from your partner and understanding that privacy is different from secrecy The import...
419: Intergenerational Problems And Childhood Impacts In Adulthood
August 23, 2023 05:09 - 40 minutesMuch of how we show up in relationships is formed during our childhood. Understanding how our parents did, or did not, show us love can help us relate better as adults, be better partners and be better parents as well. Listen to today's show for actionable tips and insights to understand our childhoods and relate better as adults. In this episode with Dr. Julia DiGangi we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How our childhood shapes how we relate as adults How we pick up on emo...
418: Navigating Codependency And Relationship Agreements
August 16, 2023 06:16 - 45 minutesDo you have feelings of anxiousness around your partnership? Maybe you feel you need your partner to complete you and feel whole? You might be showing some signs of codependency, but that's Ok! Listen to today's show to learn more about codependency, creating relationship agreements and learning that it's not our jobs to fix our partner or be fixed ourselves. In this episode with Veronica Lynn Clark we discuss relationship advice topics that include: What codependency looks like and how to ...
417: Coping With Anxiety And Cultivating A Richer Life
August 10, 2023 21:15 - 41 minutesAnxiety may be baked into what it means to be human but it doesn't have to rule our lives. Listen to today's show to learn about why anxiety may feel like it's taking over our lives and the tools to become less anxious while cultivating a more fulfilling life and relationship. In this episode with Dr. Kirk Schneider we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understanding the evolutionary origins of anxiety How to stay with uncomfortable feelings and the value that can have The im...
416: Navigating Relationship Conflict
August 02, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutesRelationships will have conflict. Successful relationships are not necessarily built by preventing conflict, but instead by navigating it in a healthy and productive way. Listen to today's show for valuable tools and tips for navigating relationship conflict better. In this episode with Stephanie Wijkstrom we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Identifying similar conflict patterns and how to change these patterns What you can learn about conflict resolution from a hostage neg...
415: Relationship Tool Kit - Repairing After Conflict, Check-Ins & More
July 26, 2023 07:00 - 50 minutesThe more tools we have to make our relationship healthier and happier, the better! Listen to today's show for some very actionable tips and advice to help you improve your relationship today. In this episode with Multiamory Podcast (Dedeker Winston, Emily Matlack, Jase Lindgren) we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understanding the stories we are telling ourselves to help improve our relationship Step by step guide to repairing your relationship after an argument or disagre...
414: Understanding Your Evolving Relationship
July 19, 2023 07:00 - 36 minutesRelationships change over time and require us to evolve in order to keep them healthy. Listen to today's show for tips for how to keep the spark in your relationship as it grows and evolves. In this episode with Dr. Michael Mongno we discuss relationship advice topics that include: What to do if you feel you or your partner has changes drastically during the relationship How to communicate with your partner when you're feeling distant and that you may be growing apart Exploring other inte...
413: Unpacking Trauma
July 12, 2023 00:59 - 38 minutesPhysical and emotional trauma can have a profound impact on our lives and we may not even realize it. Listen to today's show for a holistic approach to treating trauma, it's link to your digestion and much more. In this episode with Dr. Ellen Cutler we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How trauma manifests itself differently in each individual Uncovering trauma in your past The link between trauma and digestion and chronic disease Holistic approaches to healing your health...
412: How Group Therapy Can Improve Your Relationship
July 07, 2023 14:22 - 41 minutesGroup therapy and community can be a unique and powerful way to improve your relationship and feel supported, especially if your partner is neuro-diverse. Listen to today's show to learn more about group therapy and the value of community for your mental health. In this episode with Lisa Anzaldua we discuss relationship advice topics that include: What group therapy entails and how it's beneficial Navigating the difficulties of being in a relationship with a neuro-diverse partner The impor...
411: Ignite Your Sex Life
June 28, 2023 15:14 - 37 minutesClear communication around sex and a deeper understanding of our partner and our own desires can help us lead healthier and happier sex lives. Listen to today's show to learn the 5 sex languages and how to use them to ignite your sex life! In this episode with Dr. Doug Weiss we discuss relationship advice topics that include: What to do when your sexuality has been damaged through past relationships, conditioning or trauma The discipline needed to increase intimacy in your relationship How...
410: Fairness In Relationships
June 21, 2023 16:14 - 34 minutesDo you feel like you're carrying an unfair load in your relationship? The truth is, no relationship will be perfectly split with household responsibilities, carpooling the kids, taking care of the bills and any other number of responsibilities. However, it is important that both partners feel the relationship is fair. Listen to today's episode to learn what fairness looks like in a healthy relationship and how to make your relationship more balanced if it is not currently. In this episode wi...
409: This Is How To Create A More Fulfilling Relationship
June 14, 2023 07:00 - 42 minutesRelationships can be complicated and hard to navigate. Of course you're here listening because you want to uncomplicate things and relate better! This episode is full of insight and wisdom from Sulonda Smith who has a beautiful way of communicating exactly what we can do to relate better and live a more fulfilling life. Listen to today's show for actionable tools and tips to start improving yourself and your relationships today. In this episode with Sulonda Smith we discuss relationship advi...
408: Why We Stay In Toxic Relationships
June 07, 2023 13:22 - 36 minutesAre you in a relationship that does not feel good to you? Perhaps you're currently in a toxic relationship or you've been in one before? It can feel like you're stuck while you're in it or you may feel you're repeating the same pattern with unhealthy relationships. Listen to today's show to learn why we enter, stay and repeat toxic relationships and the key tools to break the patterns and enter into more healthy, happy relationships. In this episode with Kierstyn Franklin we discuss relation...
407: How To Create Healthy Patterns In LGBT Relationships
May 31, 2023 07:00 - 36 minutesRelationships of all kinds take work. LGBT relationships can have additional difficulties to navigate such as bringing in one's potential shame around sexuality or dealing with rejection from childhood as an adult, among many other unique difficulties. Listen to today's show as Dani and Keely provide their unique perspective and advice for people in LGBT relationships. Even if you are in a heterosexual relationship there are many great nuggets of wisdom to gain from listening to today's show....
406: Too Much Drama In Your Life?
May 24, 2023 07:00 - 57 minutesWe all have been there with a romantic partner, family member or friend who always has something dramatic going on in their lives. Perhaps it may even be you who is addicted to drama. There are important patterns to recognize and correct if you or someone you know is addicted to drama. Don't let the drama of others, or within yourself, continue to decrease your happiness and well being. Listen to today's show for key tools and tips for dealing with drama in your life. In this episode with Dr....
405: Inspiration To Leave A Toxic Relationship
May 17, 2023 15:32 - 42 minutesLife in India as a woman is much different than in the western world. Arranged marriages and a deeply patriarchal society are just two of the pressures that can make life difficult for an Indian woman. Add a toxic, abusive arranged marriage with kids involved to these cultural pressures and one could feel quite hopeless. This is exactly what Kanchan Moudgil had to go through and was able to come out the other side happy, healthy and with a positive outlook on life. Listen to today's show to h...
404: Juggling Love And Parenthood: Your Dynamics, Scheduling And More!
May 10, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutesRelationships take work, especially when you have kids, work and life to balance! Venice and Vernon have a unique perspective to share as they are both professional therapists and parents with a passion for keeping their marriage strong while helping others in their relationships as well. Listen to today's show for their personal story and amazing, actionable tips to help you navigate your relationship better. In this episode with Vernon and Venice Moore we discuss relationship advice topics ...
Bonus: Love Letters, from the Boston Globe
May 05, 2023 07:00 - 46 minutesThis week, we're sharing an episode of the Love Letters podcast. Love Letters tells stories about romance, marriage, partnership, sex, loss, and the human heart. Served with a side of advice. On the new season, host Meredith Goldstein explores all the ways money plays into love, dating, and relationships. Like: What happens when two partners come from different wealth backgrounds? What if someone is harboring secret debt? Who should pay for drinks on a first date? How do couples decide whose ...
403: Stop False Stories And Connect With Your Truth
May 03, 2023 22:52 - 47 minutesWe can often be our own worst enemies as we move through life and relationships. Negative thoughts may dominate our thinking and create narratives that don't serve us. Listen to today's show to learn how to limit the false stories we tell ourselves and connect with your authentic self. In this episode with Dr. Carolyn Kurle we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Understanding the dynamic between your logical brain and your intuition How societal conditioning influences the deci...