I Hear You

Today we're exploring another foundational concept known as the drama triangle. The drama triangle is a social model that essentially explains, or puts names to, different roles people play in drama filled relationships. And once you understand the triangle and these roles, it becomes significantly easier to step out of the drama and navigate these situations with much better skill, confidence and understanding. If you run into drama at work, with friends, with your spouse, your significant other, or any other human, this episode is a worthy listen. Let's get to it.

Show Notes: https://michaelssorensen.com/podcast/e6-the-drama-triangle/

In today’s episode, we’ll be exploring an interesting paradox in the world of relationships—the fact that strong, healthy relationships need space. We’re going to talk about how getting too enmeshed with people—especially a romantic partner—can actually weaken the connection, satisfaction, and desire we feel in that relationship. We’ll be pulling insights from one of my favorite authors on the topic of desire—Esther Perel—and discuss ways to reclaim your individuality if you feel you’ve lost it.

In today's episode, we'll be talking about the single greatest gift you can give to another person: your attention. In today's chaotic world, those who know how to focus in on others and connect without distraction are increasingly rare. We'll discuss tips and techniques for managing our attention, as well as a simple-yet-powerful approach to helping others stay present when you feel they're not giving *you* their full attention.

Show Notes & Episode Page: 

https://michaelssorensen.com/podcast/e4-presence-the-lost-art-of-giving-your-full-attention

What if implementing one simple skill could improve *every* relationship in your life? Today we're talking about just such a skill, known as validation. We'll define validation and explain why it’s so powerful; explore invalidating statements and why they actually harm our relationships, even though we use them in an attempt to help; dive into fascinating research on how validation actually calms us physically, and helps us stay positive; and walk away with practical tips for applying this—and actually seeing results in your life—*today.*

In this foundational episode, we're talking about a core principle—a key truth—for finding greater happiness and satisfaction in life. We explore resentment—including how resentment forms in a relationship, and who’s responsibility it is to clean it up; as well as the sneaky little lies we buy into that sap our happiness and energy, as well as ways to get OUT of that victim mentality and regain our power and happiness when we feel we’ve lost it. This is a powerful principle that applies to every relationship in your life—romantic, professional, or otherwise.

Show Notes: https://michaelssorensen.com/podcast/e2-responsibility-the-foundation-of-healthy-relationships/

After over 80 years of research, Harvard scientists have identified the single greatest determiner of long-term health and happiness. And guess what—it's not money. Discover what scientists say we should be focusing on to ensure long-term happiness, and what *you,* specifically, can do today, to start working toward it.