Mana Vermeulen-McLeod has been anĀ Earthaven Ecovillage (Black Mountain, NC) resident and member since 2007. She believes in the potential of transform...
Tuesday, June 1, 2021How To Have The Partner You Most Want To Have
In today’s episode, I discuss why it’s difficult - if not impossible - to find the intimate partner you want the most if you avoid looking within your...
Tuesday, May 18, 2021Approval-Seeking in Relationships
In this episode, Trish Kruger and I discuss the human need for validation and the point when approval-seeking becomes detrimental for individuals and ...
Tuesday, May 4, 2021Should I Stay or Should I Go
In this episode, Shaun Rawls and I discuss the kind of work you need to do in evaluating whether you should stay or leave a relationship. We explain w...
Tuesday, April 20, 2021Honesty, Authenticity & The Healing Power of Intimacy Among Friends
In this episode, Thomas and I share our needs to be in a deeper, more authentic friendship. We discuss how we can take risks to communicate our wants ...
Tuesday, April 6, 2021Breaking The Illusions of Love: The Real Work of Love
Today, I discuss how we create relationship illusions - and how we can recognize and dissipate these illusions so we can appreciate our partners for w...
Tuesday, March 16, 2021Receiving Someone’s Anger
In today’s episode, Corey and I discuss the varying degrees of anger - both giving and receiving it. We discuss how some anger is considered healthy a...
Tuesday, March 2, 2021Zen And The Art of Relating
In this episode, Jonathon and I discuss the insights he has culminated in his practice as a Zen monk and milkman. We discuss what working as a milkman...
Tuesday, February 16, 2021130. Dealing With Worry
Worrying is a natural inclination. It is inherent in every one of us to want to protect ourselves, our loved ones, and our possessions from harm. Like...
Tuesday, February 2, 2021129. Rebuilding Trust In Your Relationship After Betrayal
Safety, trust, and vulnerability. These are some of the pillars of long-term relationships. That is why infidelity could inflict a deep wound within u...
Tuesday, January 26, 2021128. Revealing Is Healing: Embracing Vulnerability
There is something beautiful and affirming about being truly seen and known. To be understood and accepted for who we are, despite our flaws and short...
Tuesday, January 19, 2021127. Partner Yoga
Practicing yoga can be a stretch for beginners. But while it can put you in a challenging position, did you know that practicing partner yoga as a cou...
Tuesday, January 12, 2021126. The Anger Habit
Whether we are its origin or its receiver, we all experience anger throughout our lives. While anger isn’t necessarily “bad,” it is a critical emotion...
Hosted by a psychotherapist specializing in relationships issues. A podcast that is a variation of guest conversations as well as personal solocasts helping people forge the awareness and skills to better their relationships and thrive!