Imperfect Love

Infidelity--being cheated on by a partner--is one of the relationship possibilities we fear the most but talk about the least. Yet the heartbreak and crushing pain of being betrayed can consume you emotionally, mentally, and even physically. And in my personal and professional experience, I've found that "moving on" after betrayal is far easier said than done. In fact, infidelity can trigger a trauma response that leaves the betrayed person in a chronic fight or flight mode that can last for years. From dealing with obsessive thoughts and bouts of anger to self-doubt and grief, the journey forward can be intensely challenging. So, today, we're joined by Lauren LaRusso, a top-notch psychotherapist and affair specialist who focuses on helping people reclaim their lives after betrayal.

Topics discussed include betrayal, infidelity, sexual infidelity, emotional infidelity, financial betrayal, love, intimacy, vulnerability, anger, grief, sadness, resentment, broken dreams, grieving process, stages of grief, attachment, anxious attachment, children, divorce, separation, moving forward, selfishness, self-fulness, exercise, yoga, creativity, healing, trust, broken trust, and resilience.

Please note that this episode contains sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.

Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes.

Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information: https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/

and https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationships

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert is offering medical or psychological direction or advice; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.

Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:

Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.com

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_love

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manly

Books by Dr. Carla Manly:

Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend  

Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly 

Aging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond 

The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships 

Imperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:

Etsy 

Amazon

Connect with Lauren LaRusso:

Website: https://www.laurenlarusso.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenlarusso/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LaurenLaRussoCoaching

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-larusso-msed-lpc-lmhc-323b514/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lauren_LaRusso

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Infidelity-Turn-Relationship-Beginning/dp/B0F3W9ZKP2?

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Do you hide quirky parts of yourself for fear that others won't like or accept you? Are you afraid that others would reject you if you revealed your so-called "not normal" parts? I've found that many people sacrifice aspects of their authentic being in the quest to be accepted and fit in. Yet whether you are neurotypical or not, I've discovered that letting go of the myth of normality--and releasing the expectation that you need to be someone you're not to fit in--can help you release shame, find fulfilling community, and build the solid, meaningful friendships you deserve. So today, we're joined by Dr. Daniel Wendler, a leading psychologist, best-selling author, and TedX speaker who will guide you into the realm of self-acceptance and self-love.

Please note that this episode may contain sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.

Emergency Assistance Note: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling “911” or “988” (Suicide and Crisis Hotline). Support/informational links are in the show notes.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert in this (or any episode) is offering medical or psychological direction; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.

https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/

Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:

Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/

Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanly

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_love

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manly

Books by Dr. Carla Manly:

Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend  

Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly 

Aging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond 

The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships 

Imperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:

Etsy 

Amazon

Connect with Dr. Daniel Wendler:

Website: https://www.danielwendler.com/

Autistic Psychologist: http://heydrdan.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdanpsychologist/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AutisticPsychologist

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@autisticpsychologist

Writing: https://writing.danielwendler.com/

Audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/Neurodiversity-and-the-Myth-of-Normal-Audiobook/B0CVBKYHQD

ADDA: https://add.org/

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Do you wake up feeling exhausted and sluggish as you make it through the day? Do you wish you could figure out the keys to get good sleep every night? Research shows that over a third of adults and far more teens get less than 7 hours of sleep a night, and millions more suffer from poor sleep quality. Yet sleep is vital for our wellbeing; good sleep helps you focus, feel your best from the inside out, and stay in top form. And consistently solid sleep improves your overall health and longevity. So today we're joined by a top physician, Dr. Jerome Puryear. As a wellness expert and author of "Sleep Deprivation: A Doctor’s Guide to Why You Can’t Sleep & How to Sleep Better," Dr. Puryear will help help you uncover the secrets to getting the solid sleep you need and deserve.

Please note that this episode may contain sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.

Emergency Assistance Note: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911" or "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline). Support/informational links are in the show notes.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert in this (or any episode) is offering medical or psychological direction; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.

https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/

Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:

Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanly

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_love

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manly

Books by Dr. Carla Manly:

Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend

Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly

Aging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond

The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships

Imperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:

Etsy

Amazon

Connect with Dr. Jerome Puryear:

Website: https://www.drjeromepuryear.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.jeromepuryear/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jerome.puryear

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drjeromepuryear

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjeromepuryear/

Substack: https://drjeromepuryear.substack.com/

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Feeling stuck? Wanting to get more out of life? Tired of comparing yourself to others? If so, you're not alone. Many people feel as if they're living an ordinary life or even sleepwalking through each year. Yet if you take the time to tune into your dreams, follow through with perseverance, and take good care of your body, mind, and spirit, you can live your best life on every level. Today, we're joined by a singer, actor, and wellness leader whose life has taken him from the heights of hit boy band O-Town fame and the stage of Broadway productions such as "Wicked" and "Hairspray" to his latest passion of helping others take control of their well-being and live at the highest level. So if you're looking for a dose of joy and inspiration to help you reach your full potential at any stage in life, this episode is for you.

Topics discussed include mindset shifts, gratitude, exercise, change, supplements, vitamins, GNC, High Level Science, Hairspray, Wicked, Making the Band, O-Town, comparison, social media, toxic comparison, Tony Robbins, personal transformation, wellness, longevity, science, research-backed, physical discipline, resilience, personal transformation, music, dance, exercise, psychotherapy, support groups, coaching, and group therapy.

Please note that this episode may contain sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.

Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911" or "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline). As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes.

Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information:

https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/

https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationships

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert is offering medical or psychological direction or advice; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.

Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:

Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/

Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanly

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_love

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manly

Books by Dr. Carla Manly:

Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend  

Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly 

Aging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond 

The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships 

Imperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:

Etsy 

Amazon

Connect with Ashley Parker Angel:

Website: https://livehighlevel.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashley_parker_angel/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleyparkerangel/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashley_parker_angel?lang=en

X (Twitter): https://x.com/ParkerAngel

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Can fats affect your mood, brain health, and longevity? From seed nut oils and saturated fats to Omega-3s and Omega-6s, discussions around what's healthy and unhealthy continue to flow. And although we tend to think that healthy living and eating should be easy and natural, the ever-changing flood of wellness messages can lead to loads of confusion. And feelings of confusion can lead you to do nothing or--worse yet--follow a fad that might be detrimental to your physical and mental health. So to help us sort through some of the myths and truths around oils and their role in lasting wellness, we're joined by a leading expert, Udo Erasmus, whose pioneering work in health has led him to work with leaders such as Tony Robbins and Deepak Chopra. And in this episode, Udo will help YOU tap into the benefits of living in alignment with yourself and nature.

Topics discussed include longevity, brain health, mental health, cognition, focus, mood, vegetarian, vegan, fried food, healthy eating, healthy diet, flax seed oil, fish, pesticides, insecticides, biochemistry, healing, "Dark Waters" movie, "Eating Our Way to Extinction" movie, medical care, healthcare, symptom management, high energy, and Western medicine.

Please note that this episode may contain sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.

Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911" or "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline). As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes.

Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information:

https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/

https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationships

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert is offering medical or psychological direction or advice; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.

Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:

Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/

Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanly

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_love

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manly

Books by Dr. Carla Manly:

Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend  

Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly 

Aging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond 

The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships 

Imperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:

Etsy 

Amazon

Connect with Udo Erasmus:

Website: https://udoerasmus.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/udoerasmus/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theudoerasmus/

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Do you or a loved one get distracted easily? Do you notice a chronic behaviors such as distractibility, difficulty with attention to detail, forgetfulness, restlessness, or impulsivity? If so, ADHD--Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder--might be at the root of what's going on. Many people with ADHD, even those receive an appropriate diagnosis and care, struggle with the variety of symptoms that can affect identity development, self-esteem, emotional regulation, daily life routines, and so much more. Yet when you learn how to understand and manage ADHD symptoms, you can make them work for you--and even become a superpower. So today, we're joined by two top, strength-based specialists--Micah Saviet and Elizabeth Ahmann--who can help you flourish with ADHD.

Topics discussed include emotional regulation, trauma, neurodiversity, shame reduction, identity development, motivation, procrastination, goal management, menopause, perimenopause, retirement, executive functioning, intelligence, reactivity, impulsivity, neuropsychological, neurobiological, ADHD, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, dopamine, interest-based reward system, hyperalert, hyperactive, parenting, children, neurodiverse, neurotypical, and self-compassion.

Please note that this episode contains sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.

Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes.

Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information: https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/

and https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationships

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert is offering medical or psychological direction or advice; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.

Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:

Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/

Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanly

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_love

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manly

Books by Dr. Carla Manly:

Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend  

Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly 

Aging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond 

The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships 

Imperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:

Etsy 

Amazon

Connect with Elizabeth Ahmann:

X/Twitter: https://x.com/lizahmann 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elizabeth.ahmann 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizahmann/  

Connect with Micah Saviet:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/micah.saviet 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/micah-saviet/ 

Other Resources:

Website: https://www.adulttraumaandadhdsolutions.com/ 

Adult Trauma & ADHD Solutions: https://www.adulttraumaandadhdsolutions.com/

Flourishing with Adult ADHD Book: https://amzn.to/4jwOmtG

Springer Institute: https://bsky.app/profile/springerinstitute.bsky.socia

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It can be challenging to stay fit and healthy. Yet it's easy to fall into the trap of believing that one pill, diet, exercise or lifestyle hack will be the key to being in top form. And we're hit daily with an array of ads that promise far more than they deliver. In many cases, from GLP-1s and supplements to diets, the downsides such as muscle loss and eating disorders are often cloaked or ignored. People seeking a magic bullet--or at least a dose of hope--often get trapped is costly cycles that may actually harm their health. Today's top-notch expert, registered dietician Fiorella DiCarlo, will guide us through simple nutrition strategies you can take to optimize your hormones, fitness, and overall health--and get off the hamster wheel of harmful health fads. You'll discover how to optimize your metabolic health and mood by adding nutrients, not subtracting food.

Topics discussed include nutrition, healthy eating, eating disorders, binge eating, anorexia, medical care, physicians, dieticians, GLP-1s, silent malnutrition, creatine, hormones, normative diet culture, disordered eating, research,

Please note that this episode contains sensitive material including the discussion of eating disorders; listener discretion is advised.

Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes.

Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information: https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/

and https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationships

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert is offering medical or psychological direction or advice; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.

Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:

Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/

Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanly

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_love

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manly

Books by Dr. Carla Manly:

Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend  

Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly 

Aging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond 

The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships 

Imperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:

Etsy 

Amazon

Connect with Fiorella DiCarlo:

Website: https://www.fiorellard.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fiorellaeatstv/

Menopause Guide: https://www.fiorellard.com/menopause

GLP-1 Information: https://www.fiorellard.com/glp-1

Eating Disorder Support: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/

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We often expect our bodies and brains to operate at peak performance throughout our lives. Yet what fuels us--and what we can get away with--in our first few decades of life doesn't cut it as we get older. In fact, I've discovered that optimal mental and physical health require greater focus and effort with each passing year. So whether you are looking to heal an injury, increase your brain power, train your nervous system for weight loss, boost your resilience, or foster healthy longevity, today's interview with Dr. Scott Sherr, a leading board-certified internal medicine physician who is certified in Health Optimization Medicine, offers empowering news for you. Get the clear, actionable, and research-backed information you need to improve your mental and physical health.

Topics discussed include health optimization, brain health, energy, resilience, science, longevity, parasympathetic nervous system, sympathetic nervous system, brain fog, hormones, perimenopause, menopause, testosterone, mitochondria, methylene blue, HBOT, PTSD, healing, and fight-flight response.

Please note that this episode contains sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.

Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).  As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes.

Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information:  https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/ and https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationships

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert is offering medical or psychological direction or advice; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.

Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:

Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/

Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanly

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_love

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manly

Books by Dr. Carla Manly:

Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend  

Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly 

Aging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond 

The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships 

Imperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:

Etsy 

Amazon

Connect with Dr. Scott Sherr:

Website: https://troscriptions.com/pages/team/dr-scott-sherr

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsherr

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drscottsherr/

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We often expect ourselves to know our true purpose or mission in life. Yet, for even those who know their genuine calling early on, distractions, expectations, and life necessities can get in the way. But sometimes that deep yearning--a strong knowing in the soul--just can't be ignored. Yet it's not always easy to break out of the mold, listen to your inner voice, and set out on a journey of your own. So today, we're joined by Dr. Victoria Rader,  healer, guide, and spiritual coach, who will help you discover the love, joy, passion, and infinite possibilities that are waiting just for you. They keys to igniting your soul's calling are just a step away!

Topics discussed include love, power, purpose, life's calling, destiny, soul mission, compromise, entropy, self-limiting beliefs, disappointment, expectations, quantum physics, emotional freedom, opportunity, fear, change, potential, expansion, contraction, and self-discovery.

Please note that this episode contains sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.

Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).  As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes.

Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information:  https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/  and https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationships

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert is offering medical or psychological direction or advice; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.

Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:

Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/

Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanly

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_love

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manly

Books by Dr. Carla Manly:

Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend  

Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly 

Aging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond 

The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships 

Imperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:

Etsy 

Amazon

Connect with Dr. Victoria Rader:

Website: YU2Shine.com

LinkedIn: Dr. Victoria Rader on LinkedIn

Instagram: Dr. Victoria Rader on Instagram

YouTube: Dr. Victoria Rader on YouTube

Facebook: Dr. Victoria Rader on Facebook

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Are you constantly yearning for a deeper connection with your partner? Do you tend to feel that your mate is disinterested in what's going on in your inner or outer world? Common issues like these leave many romantic partners feeling dissatisfied with the quality of their intimate relationships. And when parenting, family, and work issues arise, the sense of disconnection can get far worse--and even lead partners into going their separate ways. Yet I've found that many relationships can be resuscitated--and made stronger than ever--when partners invest in mindful emotional connection. Today, we're joined by a top relationship expert, Dr. Laura Gambrel, who will guide us into powerful world of EFT, Emotionally Focused Therapy, to help you get the loving connection you crave!

Topics discussed include love, relationships, marriage, children, stress, societal messages, emotional availability, emotional connection, secure attachment, attachment style, insecure attachment, avoidant attachment, anxious attachment, compliments, positive reinforcement, shame, curiosity, suffering, individual therapy, self-growth, and couples therapy.

Please note that this episode contains sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.

Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes.

Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information: https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/

and https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationships

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