It 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 More
Aug 13
Sensory Profiles & Sexual Intimacy w/ Dr. Sarah Anderson
In this episode, Dr. Sarah Anderson returns to explore how sensory processing patterns impact physical and sexual intimacy. The hosts use a creative "readiness for sex" scale to frame how sensory input—like lighting, texture, sound, and smell—can act as either accelerators or bra ... Show More
51m 41s
Aug 6
Sensory Profiles & How They Impact Our Relationships w/ Dr. Sarah Anderson
In this episode, Dr. Sarah Anderson, a mental health occupational therapist, joins the hosts to explore how individual sensory profiles affect relationships. They break down the eight sensory systems—including lesser-known ones like interoception and proprioception—and explain ho ... Show More
51m 55s
May 2024
2169: Five Reasons We Talk “At” Each Other And How To Listen by Dr. Margaret Rutherford on Communication Skills
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 2169:Explore practical ways to improve communication with your partner with Dr. Margaret Rutherford's enlightening insights ... Show More
11m 10s
Dec 2021
433: Manifesting Your Soulmate, Favorite Body Parts, When To Leave A Relationship, Breakup Advice, Biggest Lessons of 2021 | Melissa & Nick
Prepare yourself for truthbombs and ‘aha’ moments galore — Q&A is back! Once again, Nick and I are joining forces behind the mic — this time, to discuss all things RELATIONSHIPS and SELF LOVE. If you’ve listened to any of our Q&A sessions before, you’ll know that we deliver maxim ... Show More
1h 27m
May 2024
480 - Communication Hacks: Remastered
This week we have a throwback episode going back six years ago to when we discussed three powerful communication tools to strengthen your relationships: switchtracking, bids, and microscripts. We're going to explore each of these concepts, provide examples of each, and talk about ... Show More
1h 3m
Apr 2024
Episode 281: Tips For Navigating Non-Monogamy
Interest in non-monogamy is on the rise, with nationally representative US surveys now finding that approximately one-third of American adults say their ideal relationship would be sexually open. But if you want to give this a try, what do you need to know? In today’s show, we’ll ... Show More
32m 19s
Jun 2024
2204: Self-Interest is Not Selfish in Relationships by Alli Hoff Kosik with Gottman on Setting Healthy Boundaries
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 2204:Embracing your own needs isn't selfish; it can actually strengthen your relationship. Alli Hoff Kosik emphasizes the im ... Show More
10m 11s
Jun 2024
Negotiating Sex In Your Relationship
Hey lovers! 💋 For our 500th episode, I’m sharing a special, ultra private chat with my late partner, HK (Mike). We talk about the magic of open communication and how it can make discussing sexual boundaries and fantasies super exciting. Curious about visiting a sex club or the j ... Show More
1h 1m