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Relationship School Podcast

Learn street level, practical tools to have better relationships from a real dude who is a solid husband and father. Jayson Gaddis, founder of The Relationship School, interviews couples, experts, neuroscientists, therapists, coaches, and everyday people to help you have the best relationships possible. Watch your long-term partnerships, family relationships, friendships, and work relationships get better. Jayson offers a fun action step at the end of each episode. Let's do this people! Let's learn how to love bigger! The world needs it.
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Now displaying: June, 2023
Jun 27, 2023

Unsure why certain interactions with loved ones get you so upset? Ever struggle to relate to the hardship of others?

Psychotherapist Sharon Stanley says the issue could be trauma, trauma you may not even be aware you have. Once we assess our own trauma we can begin exercising our senses and become more compassionate to others.

According to Sharon, we owe it to ourselves and to each other to consider the pain in our pasts, only then can we embody true empathy!

Timestamps:

  • 5:56 - How Sharon became interested in trauma
  • 9:16 - What is it like to work with trauma?
  • 14:08 - How does being present help treat trauma?
  • 23:34 - The cost of not dealing with trauma
  • 28:04 - Childhood neglect and trauma
  • 33:42 - Issues caused by trauma
  • 37:31 - Sharon's advice for young people
  • 39:52 - Action step

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Jun 20, 2023

Most people have a little bit of codependency going on. However, if you have a relationship that is based on codependency, you're probably feeling insecure and frustrated.

In this episode, Jayson covers the signs and symptoms of codependency, the history of the term, how it "works" and what to do about it. You'll want to check this out! To sign up for our next Masterclass click HERE.

Timestamps:

  • 4:03 - What is codependency?
  • 11:36 - Signs you might be experiencing codependency
  • 16:21 - What are you getting out of hurtful relationship patterns?
  • 18:24 - Increasing your self worth
  • 20:00 - Other ways to do relationship
  • 22:04 - Take action

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Jun 13, 2023

Renowned relationship expert, Stan Tatkin, joins Jayson and Ellen in discussing the concept of secure functioning and how it can transform your partnership. Introducing "In Each Other’s Care: A Guide to the Most Common Relationship Conflicts and How to Work Through Them" This is not your typical self-help book filled with abstract theories and jargon. Instead, it offers practical guidance and actionable steps to help you and your partner thrive.

Join us as we break down the complexities of couples therapy, emphasizing the importance of immediate action to stop the damage before delving into long-term growth. Witness the power of small agreements and the transformative potential of finding relief and care in each other. Gain insights into the mindset shift required to build a thriving relationship and move beyond self-centeredness towards genuine connection.

Don't miss out on this enlightening episode that challenges conventional wisdom and offers practical strategies for building healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

Timestamps:

  • 4:37 - In Each Other's Care
  • 6:59 - Vertical learning
  • 12:56 - Building containers
  • 22:28 - Stop it or do it
  • 30:34 - What to do about threat buildup
  • 36:30 - Needing space vs. needing to talk
  • 43:09 - Couples therapy vs. individual therapy
  • 46:44 - Do attachment styles change over time?
  • 54:13 - Commitment
  • 59:01 - Stan's advice for high school kids

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Jun 6, 2023

On this AMA episode we tackle important questions from listeners. Inna is dealing with her boyfriend's anger issues and wonders if breaking up is the only solution. Kendra seeks advice on how to handle criticism from her husband. Stay tuned as Jayson and Ellen answer more insightful questions and offer guidance on building healthy and fulfilling relationships.

Timestamps:

  • 1:37 - Dealing with an angry partner
  • 13:21 - Receiving criticism
  • 25:48 - Not asking our partner questions

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