Ken Donaldson has been one of Tampa Bay's leading change specialists since 1987. With a 25 year background as a mental health and relationship counselor, he has a unique perspective in winning in the game of change. Ken's credentials include: Licensed mental health counselor; board certified as an addictions professional and clinical hypnotherapist; and certified as a master relationship coach. In this episode, Ken talks about his book, Marry Yourself First, and the proud change it can bring when you live by your purpose and values.  

TAKEAWAYS:

[4:20] Ken shares why he wrote the book, Marry Yourself First. 

[8:15] How do you ‘marry’ yourself? 

[14:30] What areas of your life do you currently feel disappointed in?

[18:05] Sometimes we get frustrated because we unknowingly have expectations surrounding that situations and we’re leaving ourselves disappointed. 

[21:20] Your reaction is a reflection of you, not a reflection of the person who is triggering you. 

[25:40] Ken explains what the MVP and VIP acronyms stand for and how you can live within your values and purpose. 

[31:20] How do you know what your priorities are when trying to maintain your values? 

[34:55] What happens if you never really do find the partner of your dreams? 

[39:00] You have to figure out your own drum beat and march to that beat. 

[41:35] Ken has created a structure to help people find inner happiness. 

RESOURCES:

Sex and Relationship Healing

@RobWeissMSW

Sex Addiction 101 

Seeking Integrity

Cruise Control: Understanding Sex Addiction in Gay Men 

Prodependence: Moving Beyond Codependency

Kendonaldson.com

Marry Yourself First by Ken Donaldson

QUOTES:

• “Usually frustration comes from an expectation.”