One couple fights over household responsibilities. Another is trapped in a cycle of jealousy and control. Still another strives for total harmony and oneness—only to be tormented by intense anxiety the moment small differences arise. With the help of the famous psychodynamic concept of collusion, this episode deals with the often conflictual relations betwee ... Show More
Apr 2023
Episode 35. Envy. A hidden force within human relations
Envy can arise wherever there exists inequality between people: in societies and families, between siblings, genders, and generations. “Envy is the tax which all distinction must pay” (R.W. Emerson). Envy has a bad reputation, at times even considered taboo, and yet still it prov ... Show More
38m 53s
Sep 2024
How to Find, Build & Maintain Healthy Romantic Relationships | Esther Perel
In this episode, my guest is Esther Perel, a world-renowned psychotherapist, relationship expert, and bestselling author. She explains healthy romantic relationship dynamics and how to achieve them. The answer includes curiosity not just about the other person but, more important ... Show More
2h 6m
Jul 2024
2 Be Better Podcast - Relationship Challenges
Welcome back to the "To Be Better" podcast! In Episode 28 of Season 2, we dive into a compelling and emotional listener email that explores the difficulties of broken trust and navigating relationship challenges. This episode, recorded live for our Patreon members, delves deep in ... Show More
1h 23m
Sep 17
How To Love Pursuers Well
This episode from Relationship Advice, hosts Colter, Lauren, and Cayla lean into the dynamics of pursuer-withdrawer relationships, focusing on how to understand and support pursuers effectively. As part of a broader series on relational dynamics, this episode emphasizes recognizi ... Show More
46m 3s
Sep 9
EP455 – Soloamory: The Ultimate Self-Love Relationship
Welcome to Episode 455 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I’m excited to be joined by Dr. Elisabeth Sheff who speaks to me about consensual non-monogamy, polyamory, and soloamory.In this episode, Dr. Eli shares her personal journey navigating relationships with both monogamous and po ... Show More
44m 42s
Sep 2024
Dené Logan: Sovereign Love: The Evolution of Intimate Relationships
Sharing your life with another person is often as challenging as it is rewarding. And while many therapists say they’d choose any specialty over working with couples, Dené Logan says, “I’ll take them all!” In her private practice, Dené supports clients in rebalancing the feminine ... Show More
1h 8m