John talks about staying memorable on a first date.  This doesn't mean impressing the other person with your vast list of talents and accomplishments, but rather being present, asking how the other person feels, and drawing that person out.  These actions are much more likely to create the opportunity for a second date.  He then moves on to the question of, "what did you learn from your last relationship?"  When we ask this question and give it a meaningful examination before launching into our next relationship we are much more likely to learn not only about oursleves but also how to be a better partner in the future.  Finally, John talks about using the different love languages in communication.  Knowing and understanding not only your own love language but also that of your signifcant other will greatly enhance your ability to communicate within the relationship.

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Sarah talks about different personality types and how our personalities can affect our relationships.  It is important to understand ourselves before we seek to understand, communicate, and be in relationships with others.  The Myers-Briggs personality indicator is an instrument that can help us to understand ourselves and how we see the world.

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Sarah asks the question, "how do you fight?"  Fighting, or solving disagreements, is an important part of communication in relationships.  How we were raised, how conflict resolution was modeled for us, and personality types are just a few of the things that can affect how we fight with the people with whom we are in relationship.  There are healthy and unhealthy ways to have disagreements, and it's a process where many relationships see problems.

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In this replay of Episode 3 John discusses how to know if you are ready for a relationship.  What are the things you should be aware of that would indicate that you aren't ready?  How do you know if you are ready?  Do you notice red flags about yourself in terms of relationships?

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A replay of Episode 2: Today on the GSMC Relationship podcast John talks about the "White Knight Syndrome," the "Friend Zone" and what happens when the woman is the primary bread winner.  How do these affect relationships?  What are things you should be aware of and look for in these types of situations?

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A replay of the very first episode where John discusses the languages of love and how social media affects and influences our relationships.

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John talks about how the relationship with your partrner is a safe haven to park your emotions. Having great sex starts with having a meaningful connection with your lover. Sharing emotions, quality time, respect, and good conversations all help keep romance alive. Do this as part of your daily routine and the love will be there when you want it...

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We can all use a fresh focus. John encourages you to think about your influences and the people you associate with. Do they have problem solving skills you can borrow ? You can shape your world and the people in it by using the best of the best and getting a fresh focus. Being vulnerable is risky but it's where we can find the truth. Let go of judgement of what you hear and use an open mind to create a different listening of your partner. Perhaps a more loving and successful outcome is in your midst by having a fresh focus.

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Guys, you can knock a woman on her heels and impress her if you ask interesting follow up questions about having a future. John advises you to ask where she sees herself in the next 2 to 5 years and with what kind of guy? If it seems like you're the type then you have a chance, if you don't fit the description then consider yourself a stepping stone and leave before you get hurt. If you think she'll reconsider her feelings about you, you're taking a chance on your future possibilities because she may raise the bar and then what are you left with? Consider what's important ahead of time and then reflect this in your questions. Is she a problem solver? A nurturer? A family woman? Remember, you're thinking about your future, not just about tonight's fun times...

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John discusses how the health of you and your partner is always at the forefront of a relationship. What happens when someone isn't well or, in the instance of his example cited in the podcast, what do you do when the future could change because of a reluctance to think about how you really feel about the person and what they may bring in terms of future challenges?

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