This episode explores the importance of rituals in relationships, emphasizing how they create trust, connection, and predictability between partners. Whether it is daily acts, like greeting each other after work or having a bedtime routine, or larger, less frequent traditions, like weekly date nights, annual celebrations, or even rituals for personal space. ... Show More
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Sex Therapy Part 1: Where Do Couples Get Stuck?
In this episode of Relationship Advice, Cayla and Lauren are joined by sex therapist Bryttney Huseas to explore where couples commonly get stuck when it comes to sex. They dive deep into how differing arousal types—spontaneous vs. responsive—create misunderstandings, pressure, an ... Show More
49m 1s
Jul 2
The Secret Language of Empathy & How To Use It
Empathy isn’t just a feeling—it’s a skillset, and in this episode, we break down its secret language. From how to stop jumping to advice-giving to what true emotional presence really looks like, we explore the four essential attributes of empathy. If you’ve ever wondered why your ... Show More
52m 48s
Jul 2024
Episode 539: The Dullness and Comfort of Rituals
We all have our beloved rituals, the things we do that center us, that comfort us, that make us feel that all is right with the world. It can be anything from the way we prepare and enjoy our favorite morning beverage, to walking our dog the same route every day, to watching a fa ... Show More
40m 2s
Aug 2024
Everyday Rituals for More Intention (& Less Dissociation) *witchy
#158. Sometimes I like to verge on the side of witch-y, and today we’re diving into a more spiritual realm with everyday rituals to keep us present. I use the word “ritual,” vs “routine,” because a ritual evokes a certain intention or meaning, rather than simply being a series of ... Show More
44m 42s
Apr 2022
Epilogue: The Power of Ritual: Turning Everyday Activities into Soulful Practices
Kristen & Jolenta respond to listener questions about The Power of Ritual: Turning Everyday Activities into Soulful Practices, by Casper ter Kuile. Join the By The Book Patreon Community! For $5 per month, you receive a new book summary, including all the rules we live by, each w ... Show More
36m 20s
Jan 2021
Daily Dad and Emily Oster on Rational Parenting
On today’s episode, Ryan has a wide-ranging conversation with professor and economist Emily Oster. They talk about how to balance your life with children, how to communicate positive messaging, how the American government handled the pandemic, and more.Emily Oster is a professor ... Show More
53m 1s
Jun 2024
Sami & Andrew Spalter’s Love Story Part I: When You Know, You Know!
In this special episode of Transform, host Sami Spalter sits down with her “biggest blessing” — her husband, Andrew Spalter, for part one of their love story and transformative journey together.From a detailed play-by-play of how they met to their whirlwind first dates (we’re tal ... Show More
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