Today, John gives advice on how to emotionally prepare to leave a long-term relationship. He emphasizes the importance of building a better relationship with yourself, and creating a program or structure for yourself during this transition, including having a support system, engaging in somatic experiences, setting goals, and more.
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Yesterday
Hard Things to Bring Up in Therapy | Love is Better. Not Harder.
In this Q&A, John Kim answers your raw, unfiltered questions about love, attachment, and what it actually takes to build a healthy relationship. From anxious-avoidant dynamics to retroactive jealousy and emotional unavailability — this one gets real. Whether you’re questioning if ... Show More
16m 37s
Oct 8
I Knew on My Wedding Day He Wasn’t the One
What happens when your dream wedding hides a truth your body already knows? In this powerful conversation, writer and author Amber Rae opens up to John Kim about walking down the aisle knowing she was marrying the wrong man - and the courage it took to leave, fall in love again, ... Show More
52m 41s
Oct 6
How I Traded Hollywood Dreams for a Real Life
What happens when the blueprint you’ve been chasing - cars, houses, status - no longer fits who you’ve become? In this powerful episode, John Kim shares how he traded Hollywood dreams for a meaningful life in Costa Rica, and how redefining his blueprint transformed everything. In ... Show More
20m 5s
Aug 2023
How Not To Settle In A Relationship Pt1
We often get back what we give in our connections with others, whether it is a friend, co-worker, lover, or spouse. Dr. Phil talks about this idea and emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for the quality of our relationships by being a "life manager." He also highli ... Show More
50m 11s
Nov 2024
Sex Work, Life Purpose, and Lack of Sleep
Today, Shaun and John talk about riding motorcycles, happy endings, al-anon meetings, and supporting sex workers. They also share positive feedback from their listeners, and answer a listener’s question: how do I begin self-reflecting on my tendencies to cheat?
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59m 49s
Oct 2024
Male Sexuality, Leaving Your Marriage, and Gen Z
Today, John and Shaun talk about fear, negative feedback from listeners, asking for what you need, and male body and bedroom insecurities. They also answer and give advice on two listeners' questions: how do you get the courage to leave a marriage, and how do you deal with jealou ... Show More
1h 8m
Jan 2025
3471: Why You Should Incorporate Your Feelings into Your Goal Setting AND How to Stay Consistent by Chalene Johnson
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 3471:Aligning your goals with your emotions makes them more meaningful, while building systems for consistency ensures long- ... Show More
11m 8s
Apr 2024
Setting Goals, Habit Building, Body Dysmorphia & More | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 16
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! In this episode of the podcast, I answer questions from my private community members and share my answers with you all. The questions answered are as follows:
1. "I think hearing your perspective on good habit building and bad habit breaking ... Show More
31m 49s