In a society dominated by romantic couples, it can be hard to accept your unpartnered state for what it is. But for the “single at heart,” the desire for partnership is nonexistent—replaced with a sense of self-sufficiency, satisfaction, and robust friendships.
In this episode of How to Start Over, we explore misconceptions about singlehood and what explain ... Show More
Jun 2022
How to Start Over: The Misgivings of Friend-Making
In the post-social-distancing era, some of us can’t remember how to make a new friend. But for many, making friends has always been a challenge—left as an unfulfilled desire without any clear course of action. In this episode of How to Start Over, we explore the barriers to frien ... Show More
40m 25s
Jul 2022
How to Start Over: Forgive Ourselves for What We Can’t Change
When we regret our past, it can feel like we’re incapable of changing our future. But it may be our past “mistakes” that help us realize there is room to evolve. In the finale episode of How to Start Over, we explore how regret can be a catalyst of change, what holds us back from ... Show More
32m 42s
Nov 2019
225: Being a Man, Or Loving One, In Today's Society
Today's cultural narratives have significant impacts on how we view ourselves, our relationships and gender roles. Listen to today's show to understand how culture may be influencing the male narrative and what that can mean for men and women alike. In this episode, we discuss re ... Show More
47m 32s
Mar 2024
2092: Be the Change You Wish to See in Your Relationship by Terry Gaspard of the Gottman Institute on Vulnerability & Intimacy
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2092: Terry Gaspard on Gottman.com delves into the essential truth that lasting relationship change begins with self-transf ... Show More
10m 35s
Oct 2020
270: Surrounded By Others And Yet So Alone
How is it that we can have a partner, friends and family, and yet still feel alone? Loneliness is a real issue for many people whether or not they have others in their lives. Listen to today's show to learn how to deal with loneliness personally, or to help your partner with the ... Show More
46m 59s