Relationship Mastery

Is your relationship bank account overdrawn? Are you withdrawing more from your relationship than you deposit? In this week's show, Del and Barry share how relationships are like bank accounts, where deposits and withdrawals determine the health of your relationship. Positive interactions and gestures build trust, affection, and intimacy, which enhance the quality of the relationship. Conversely, conflicts, neglect, or betrayal act as withdrawals, depleting trust and intimacy. Regular investments of time, effort, and communication are essential to maintaining a healthy balance and stability in relationships.

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Del is a relationship coach, international speaker, published author, and spiritual teacher, specializing in codependency, narcissistic abuse, and unhealed childhood trauma. If you are interested in working with Del visit: deladeyjones.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Barry is a relationship expert, best-selling author, inspirational speaker and spiritual guide, assisting both men and women having better relationships. If you are interested in working with Barry visit: barryselby.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Do you find you are more critical of your partner than you are of others? If so, you're not alone. On this week's show, Del and Barry discuss the many reasons why many of us hold our partners to a higher standard.  Unlike our friendships, we're often more critical of our partners due to emotional intimacy and expectations. Close relationships reveal vulnerabilities and imperfections, magnifying flaws. Moreover, invested emotions can amplify reactions to perceived shortcomings. Despite this, recognizing our biases and fostering empathy can mitigate undue criticism, nurturing healthier dynamics built on understanding and acceptance.

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Del is a relationship coach, international speaker, published author, and spiritual teacher, specializing in codependency, narcissistic abuse, and unhealed childhood trauma. If you are interested in working with Del visit: deladeyjones.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Barry is a relationship expert, best-selling author, inspirational speaker and spiritual guide, assisting both men and women having better relationships. If you are interested in working with Barry visit: barryselby.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Are you afraid of arguing? Do you think arguing means your relationship is in trouble? On this week's show, Del and Barry discuss how arguing can be good for your relationship if done in a healthy way. Healthy arguing involves respectful communication, active listening, and focusing on understanding rather than winning. It includes expressing emotions calmly, avoiding personal attacks, and seeking compromise. Both partners take responsibility for their actions, acknowledge each other's perspectives, and work towards resolution. Healthy arguing strengthens relationships by fostering empathy, mutual respect, and a deeper understanding of each other's needs and boundaries.

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Del is a relationship coach, international speaker, published author, and spiritual teacher, specializing in codependency, narcissistic abuse, and unhealed childhood trauma. If you are interested in working with Del visit: deladeyjones.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Barry is a relationship expert, best-selling author, inspirational speaker and spiritual guide, assisting both men and women having better relationships. If you are interested in working with Barry visit: barryselby.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

 Do you stay in unhealthy relationships because you are afraid of being alone? Do you have weak boundaries because you fear your partner might leave you if you speak your truth? On this week's show, Del and Barry discuss the myriad of ways in which we sell ourselves short for fear of being alone. Humans have an innate need for connection and belonging. It's perfectly natural to want to be in a loving relationship. The problem is when we compromise our integrity and accept abusive behavior to avoid being alone.

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Del is a relationship coach, international speaker, published author, and spiritual teacher, specializing in codependency, narcissistic abuse, and unhealed childhood trauma. If you are interested in working with Del visit: deladeyjones.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Barry is a relationship expert, best-selling author, inspirational speaker and spiritual guide, assisting both men and women having better relationships. If you are interested in working with Barry visit: barryselby.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Do you wonder why you react in specific ways, but can't explain why? Are you confused by why your partner doesn't see the world like you? On this week's show, Del and Barry discuss why personality tests like the The Enneagram personality test is a powerful tool for couples, offering insights into individuals' core motivations, fears, and behaviors. By understanding their own and their partner's personality types, couples cannot only deepen their understanding of each other but also unlock new channels for communication. This can foster a more harmonious and fulfilling relationship journey infused with hope and understanding.

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Del is a relationship coach, international speaker, published author, and spiritual teacher, specializing in codependency, narcissistic abuse, and unhealed childhood trauma. If you are interested in working with Del visit: deladeyjones.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Barry is a relationship expert, best-selling author, inspirational speaker and spiritual guide, assisting both men and women having better relationships. If you are interested in working with Barry visit: barryselby.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Do you believe that all men are attracted to younger women? If so, you are mistaken! Although some men are attracted to younger women, there are plenty of men who are looking for someone their own age. They want a woman who brings experience to the relationship. A woman who they can relate to. A woman who knows what she's looking for and isn't afraid to speak her truth. Join Del and Barry on this week's show as they discuss the merits of embracing your beauty, intelligence, and attractiveness regardless of your age. The innate confidence that comes from knowing our worth is what attracts us to each other, not the number of years we've been on the planet. 

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Del is a relationship coach, international speaker, published author, and spiritual teacher, specializing in codependency, narcissistic abuse, and unhealed childhood trauma. If you are interested in working with Del visit: deladeyjones.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Barry is a relationship expert, best-selling author, inspirational speaker and spiritual guide, assisting both men and women having better relationships. If you are interested in working with Barry visit: barryselby.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Are you newly single and finding it hard to meet a man your own age? Are you starting to feel past your prime and beginning to believe the old adage that all men are attracted to younger women? On this week's show, Del and Barry discuss why some men are attracted to younger women. Besides the initial physical attraction, men often tell us there's less baggage to contend with when dating a younger person. There are no ex-husbands or children to compete with. Plus, they feel revitalized by their new partner's youthful energy and enthusiasm for life. This can be especially true if the man is experiencing a midlife crisis and wants to avoid feeling his age.

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Del is a relationship coach, international speaker, published author, and spiritual teacher, specializing in codependency, narcissistic abuse, and unhealed childhood trauma. If you are interested in working with Del visit: deladeyjones.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Barry is a relationship expert, best-selling author, inspirational speaker and spiritual guide, assisting both men and women having better relationships. If you are interested in working with Barry visit: barryselby.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Do you feel you lack self-confidence? Are you constantly comparing yourself to others and feel you're falling short? Are you exhausted from all the self-improvement work you've been doing without much gain? What if we were to tell you you're looking in the wrong direction when trying to build self-confidence from the outside in? On this week's show, Del and Barry discuss how true self-confidence isn't gained through outside recognition and achievements; instead, it's something that we already have access to when we recognize that we are no better than or less than anyone else on the planet.

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Del is a relationship coach, international speaker, published author, and spiritual teacher, specializing in codependency, narcissistic abuse, and unhealed childhood trauma. If you are interested in working with Del visit: deladeyjones.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Barry is a relationship expert, best-selling author, inspirational speaker and spiritual guide, assisting both men and women having better relationships. If you are interested in working with Barry visit: barryselby.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Do you abdicate responsibility for the state of your life? Do you tend to blame others when things don't go your way? Or maybe you find apologizing hard when you've made a mistake. When we refuse to accept responsibility, we miss out on one of life's most empowering actions. On this week's show, Del and Barry discuss how taking responsibility for our actions empowers us to shape our destinies. By acknowledging our roles in both our successes and failures, we increase our self-respect while cultivating resilience and self-reliance.

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Del is a relationship coach, international speaker, published author, and spiritual teacher, specializing in codependency, narcissistic abuse, and unhealed childhood trauma. If you are interested in working with Del visit: deladeyjones.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Barry is a relationship expert, best-selling author, inspirational speaker and spiritual guide, assisting both men and women having better relationships. If you are interested in working with Barry visit: barryselby.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Do you believe unconditional love means continuing to love someone no matter what? Even when their behavior becomes abusive or causes you harm? If so, you are mistaken. In this week's episode, Del and Barry discuss the difference between Codependency and Unconditional Love. Loving someone unconditionally means that you love them without judgment; it doesn't mean you have to accept abuse. On the contrary, unconditional love embodies empathy, forgiveness, and acceptance, but not at the expense of your well-being. It does not mean suffering in silence while someone walks all over you. It means loving them while maintaining healthy boundaries. Sometimes, love is not enough to make a relationship work.

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Del is a relationship coach, international speaker, published author, and spiritual teacher, specializing in codependency, narcissistic abuse, and unhealed childhood trauma. If you are interested in working with Del visit: deladeyjones.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.

Barry is a relationship expert, best-selling author, inspirational speaker and spiritual guide, assisting both men and women having better relationships. If you are interested in working with Barry visit: barryselby.com or connect on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube.