Jul 7

The love of my life is the abuser in my life

Love can feel like a double-edged sword, cutting deep despite the tender moments. Or is that really love? Caring and kindness mixed with toxic, controlling behaviors create a dangerous emotional cocktail of bonding and trauma.

40m 36s

Jun 25

Can someone change even after they've done something terrible to you?

They did the worst thing imaginable and now want you to stay in their life. Is it possible they can change? Should you give them a chance?

42m 29s

May 27

You being the center of their attention is most of the problem

What does it take for an abusive person to change? A whole lot (if they even want to change), but this one component of healing is often one of the hardest for them to stop. Their consistent focus on you can make their healing and change much more difficult, let alone having no t ... Show More

32m 5s

Sep 2016

EP #047 Overcoming An Abusive Relationship

Nothing is more damaging to your confidence and self-esteem than being in an emotionally abusive relationship. So often you make excuses for their behavior, think that it is your fault or feel that you can change their ways. In this episode I offer practical techniques so that yo ... Show More

17m 34s

Jul 2021

The best kind of relationship is the one where you can be yourself

Romantic relationships can create some of the most complex emotional challenges in your life. From heartful to heartache, from elated to deflated, relationships bring us through a roller coaster of emotions until we are either fulfilled or completely drained. It doesn't have to b ... Show More

1h 26m

Nov 2021

8 Signs It's Time to End the Relationship - 12 Week Relationships Podcast #8

Ending a relationship is a hard call to make. However, staying in an unhealthy or toxic relationship can have serious effects on your mental and physical health. While you may consider fighting for your relationship, if you recognize any of these red flags, Pye and Dr. Glen agree ... Show More

35m 36s

Jan 2021

13. "Settling": The word that destroys great relationships

Every worry you're "settling" if you stay with your partner? You're not alone: this thought process isn't your fault and it has good reason for being there-- but there are a ton of ways it isn't helpful when looking at relationships, especially for someone that struggles with rel ... Show More

39m 27s

Jun 2016

5 Signs You Are Dating a Toxic Person

Arguments in relationships are unavoidable. But if the guy you’re dating is more interested in winning them than solving the underlying problem together, chances are good he’s a toxic person. In this episode of LOVE Life, I’m laying out 5 distinct signs that the man you’re dating ... Show More

6m 27s

Sep 2021

#263 - Love Language Quiz

What is your love language? What’s your partner’s? If you don’t know, you may be accidentally hurting each other’s feelings, creating disconnection, and stoking resentment without even realizing it. Understanding love languages — and acting accordingly — can change everything in ... Show More

57m 7s

Aug 2023

Episode 27: Relationships Part 1

Relationships are not easy, and they are not always painful or difficult either. In this episode I talk about how something’s that we hear and see can really mess up our ideas about what a ‘perfect relationship’ is and what can we expect from a long-term relationship.

1h 3m

Jul 2023

68: How to know if you’re in a toxic relationship

I often add the disclaimer to relationship anxiety content to disregard my insight if you’re in a toxic or abusive relationship. But that begs the question for many: how does one know that the relationship they are in is toxic or abusive? In this episode, I’m going to lay out my ... Show More

47m 51s

Jul 2023

#358 - Communication Skills: Reacting Versus Responding

We've all been there: Your partner says something that just inflames you, and you say something you regret later. Or you instinctively defend yourself and withdraw when things get tense, rather than leaning into a healthy and productive courageous conversation. We all know that b ... Show More

51m 12s

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