191. Deconstructing Conflict: 5 Ways to ...

Unrealistic and unspoken expectations are like invisible wedges quietly pushing us apart from the people we love most. In this episode, we explore why it’s so important to bring expectations into the light and talk about them openly. Relationships thrive when partners can share n ... Show More

The key to managing expectations lies in knowing which are reasonable and which were never promised to us in the first place. In this episode, we explore the kabbalistic wisdom that peace comes from walking through life with fewer expectations, trusting that everything—every twis ... Show More

In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore the hidden roots of judgment and how it often reveals more about us than the people we judge. We’ll unpack how judgment narrows our focus, preventing us from seeing things clearly. Instead of judging, what if we got curiou ... Show More

In this classic Q&A session from the 1980s, Ram Dass talks about soul mates, marriage and open relationships, working with truth in relationships, and much more.In this episode of Here and Now:Ram Dass begins with questions about soul mates and the difference between marriage and ... Show More

In this episode, ISTA facilitator Usha Rose speaks with systemic therapist and transformational guide Lars Borgmann about how to engage in conflict with others in a better way. As Lars explains, conflict can occur in any area of our lives, but our experiences of it are often so u ... Show More

What do you do when you find yourself in an on again off again relationship? Do you end it, or do you continue on the roller coaster ride of trying to make things work? Is it worth it to try and take a break in a relationship, and what does it say about the outcome of a relations ... Show More

In this episode, we tackle the challenging yet crucial topic of reintegrating sex into a marriage after betrayal. Rebecca Vander Meer and Traci Wright, two Pure Desire Clinicians, share why this is such a struggle for many couples and the common mistakes that can hinder progress. ... Show More

When disagreements arise, it’s easy to let frustration take over. This episode focuses on how Loving-Kindness can be used to maintain connection and respect during difficult conversations, helping you build stronger, more compassionate relationships. Learn more about your ad choi ... Show More

When you have a marriage conflict there are a few options you have as a partner. You can react or you can suppress it. Neither of these are good options. Your two good options are to repair or have a more simple debrief conversation.  In this episode you will hear the simple step ... Show More

Taking a break from dating can be necessary for healing, reflection, and personal growth — but what happens when you’re ready to put yourself back out there? In this episode, we're chatting about the challenges of dating after a break: the fears, the vulnerability, and the em ... Show More

Most Christians struggle with how to answer the questions and skepticism from their non-believing friends. Sharing life with non-Christians is a delicate balance. In this episode, we talk about how to be a witness without using words. We will also discuss how to adjust to a new l ... Show More

Dating is complicated. Between social media and dating apps, finding lasting love can feel like a full-time job. But what if there’s a better way? Discover practical relationship advice in this message to help you build God-centered relationships.NEXT STEPSHave you made the decis ... Show More

What makes a relationship truly great? Does it have to be hard to be meaningful? In today’s video, I speak with Rob Dial, host of The Mindset Mentor podcast, to find answers. We talk about the difference between the kind of “hard” that strengthens a relationship and the kind that ... Show More