Feb 24

The science of raising kids (Part 3): Why adolescent brains are wired differently | Jennifer Pfeifer

Neuroscientist Jennifer Pfeifer digs into the fascinating brain changes driving young people’s behavior during the critical years of adolescence. She debunks some of the biggest misunderstandings about teens — including puberty, hormones and the impact of social media on mental h ... Show More

20m 14s

Feb 17

The science of raising kids (Part 2): How to raise healthy kids with Dr. Shari Barkin

From negotiating food choices to limiting screen time, raising healthy kids is complicated—but it doesn’t have to be, says pediatrician Dr. Shari Barkin. Dr. Barkin joins Shoshana to talk about the ways caregivers can carve out 10 minutes of their day to model a healthy lifestyle ... Show More

40m 34s

Feb 10

The science of raising kids (Part 1): Are you raising anxious kids? with Lenore Skenazy and Mathilde H. Ross

Whether it’s micromanaging playtime, constantly hovering or incessantly texting, the adult takeover of childhood has created a crisis of anxiety in both children and parents. In this episode, Lenore Skenazy, cofounder and president Let Grow, an organization dedicated to normalizi ... Show More

26m 3s

Jul 2025

Dr. Orna Gurlanik: Struggling to Communicate With Your Partner? THIS One Habit Could Slowly Be Destroying Your Relationship! (Here’s How to Catch It Before It’s Too Late!)

Do you ever feel like you're having the same fight over and over again? Why is it so hard to be in a relationship with someone who is different from you? Today, Jay sits down with Dr. Orna Guralnik — the world-renowned clinical psychologist, psychoanalyst, and lead therapist on t ... Show More

1h 42m

Jul 2024

239 - Resolving Conflict In Close Relationships

Are you struggling with disagreements in your relationship? This episode dives into how to handle conflicts with your partner without trying to change them. Learn why your thoughts about your partner matter more than their actions, and discover practical ways to improve communica ... Show More

26m 29s

Aug 2023

114. Avoid the Gottmans’ 4 Horsemen and Save your Relationship

Do you and your partner struggle to communicate? Have you ever experienced… - Things you thought were small issues turn into a blowout fight. - Your partner tells you they feel criticized. - You see your partner walk away in conflict and it makes you upset. - You’re unsure what i ... Show More

15m 1s

Nov 2024

Lessons from the ‘Love Lab’ on how to strengthen your relationship, with John Gottman, PhD, and Julie Schwartz Gottman, PhD

Strong, supportive relationships are key to our mental and even physical health. But what are the keys to a healthy, loving relationship? John Gottman, PhD, and Julie Schwartz Gottman, PhD, talk about why it’s so important to pay attention to your partner’s “bids for connection,” ... Show More

50m 28s

Apr 2023

SOS I Keep Arguing with My Partner

<p>Everyone argues with their partner, it’s inevitable. But, many of us are getting it wrong…small issues turn into massive fights, we hold grudges, refuse to apologize, get defensive and say things we regret. Clinical Psychologist and relationship expert Nancy Dreyfus is here to ... Show More

57m 18s

Nov 2024

Why Every Great Love Story Needs Conflict: Lessons From Powerful Couples | Ep 58

Intimacy can be transformative, but what happens when we make it sacred? This episode dives into the raw, transformative power of sacred sexuality through the stories of three couples who’ve been through it all—breakups, reunions, and those messy, beautiful moments that define a ... Show More

1h 20m

Jul 2025

Conflict in Relationships: Why We React the Way We Do (And How to Change It)

Conflict is part of every relationship, but how we handle it is what really matters.In the final episode of our mini-series with cognitive neuroscientist Alexis Fernandez-Preiksa, we’re diving into what’s actually happening in your brain during conflict, and how your patterns, re ... Show More

45m 17s

Mar 2021

21 - Don't Drop It Like It's Hot - Communicating with Your Partner about Frustrations

In this episode, Tarah and EJ discuss the importance of addressing concerns with your partner early on. Often couples avoid addressing issues for various reasons. When they don’t communicate their frustrations or needs, negative feelings can build, and they can begin to express n ... Show More

26m 26s

Aug 2025

Stop Confusing Chemistry for Compatibility! (THIS Shift Will SAVE You from Wasting Time in the WRONG Relationships)

Today, Jay reflects on the lessons about love he wishes he had known in his twenties. He examines how movies, media, and cultural narratives have long shaped unrealistic expectations about romance, often equating love with grand gestures, nonstop excitement, and fairy tale ending ... Show More

27m 5s

Oct 2024

Managing Political Differences with a Loved One

Politics can strain relationships, but mindfulness and compassion offer a way to navigate differences. Learn how to keep conversations grounded in love, respect, and understanding, even when opinions clash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

7m 46s

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