The John Howard Show

In this episode, I share an overview of what you need to know about handling affairs. You'll learn the three steps to dealing with an affair, as well as why an affair doesn't need to be a death sentence for the relationship.

"You can't gloss over the feelings that arise in the midst of an affair. You have to be honest with them; you have to be honest with how intense they can be." – John Howard

Learn more about this episode of Ready Set Love at www.readysetlove.com/episode-14

In this episode you'll learn parenting tips from the new neuroscience, developmental psychology, attachment theory, and John's own experience as a parent. You'll learn how to better regulate your child and your own emotions, and how to help your kiddo build an awesome relational map!

"Kids develop expressive pathways before they develop regulating pathways and they build theirs based on how you comfort them" – John Howard.

Learn more about his episode of Ready Set Love at www.readysetlove.com/episode-13

Trust is easily eroded in relationships. It's not just big ticket betrayals--it's also not calling someone back, staying out too late, or missing a birthday. Are we aware of how we decrease trust in our relationships and what can we do to repair those instances? John Howard and Mojo give you practical tips to fix trust.

"Partners respond so much better when we just frame things as a need instead of a criticism. The words 'I need' can really shift how your partner responds to things; it makes it feel more positive." – Morgan Johnson

Learn more about this episode of Ready Set Love at www.readysetlove.com/episode-12

Want to deepen closeness and intimacy in your relationship? The biggest complaint I get as a therapist is that partners don't feel as connected as they would like. In this episode you will learn about the different kinds of intimacy and how to deepen each one in your relationship.

"Show yourself completely to your partner, even more than you think you need to so that your partner can really get to know you – can really map you. The more you get to know each other, the more emotionally intimate the relationship becomes." – John Howard

Learn more about this episode of Ready Set Love at www.readysetlove.com/episode-11

Get answers for the most commonly-asked questions about open relationships, kink, polyamory, and alt-sex lifestyles from my guest, Heather McPherson. You'll learn what alt-sex is, communication techniques for exploring your desires with your partner, and many other things that will expand your relationship toolbox.

"Read as much as you can to learn about the process of negotiating with your partner before you try anything – before you sneak in that flogger into your bedroom." – Heather McPherson

Learn more about this episode of Ready Set Love at www.readysetlove.com/episode10

If you learn how to interact with your partner in a way that brings the focus to spiritual and personal growth, not only will your relationship improve, but you will also see the world in a new way and move through life with more maturity. You will be more present in the moment, more curious, and more open in life.

"If we do the hard work practically of finding oneness with our partner in that sea of complexity, then we have the tools to bring to the broader project of finding unity in the chaos, complexity, and multiplicity of life." – John Howard

Learn more about this episode of Ready Set Love at www.readysetlove.com/09

Carrie Contey teaches us how parenting can negatively impact the adult relationships of the parents and gives us a number of powerful, research-supported strategies that will empower parents in their adult relationships, giving them the support they need to parent successfully.

"Think of it as emotional meals and emotional snacks. If you're going to be really nourished, you need both." – Carrie Contey.

Learn more about this episode of Ready Set Love at www.readysetlove.com/08

In this episode Dr. Tori Olds talks with us about finding your true self in a relationship and how a relationship built on the key ingredient of curiosity is one that leads to greater bonding and love.

Learn more about this episode of Ready set Love at www.readysetlove.com.

Maja is the co-founder and fearless leader of Kor180. Maja is on the show today to share her story of both pain and triumph which will help you broach the same topics in your relationship.

Learn more about this episode of Ready set Love at www.readysetlove.com.

It's time that we focus on what drives the sense of presence, security, connection, and love. In this episode we will dive into several ways you can improve your presence with the most important person in your life.

"Where is your attention going when you are with your partner?" - John Howard.

Learn more about this episode of Ready set Love at www.readysetlove.com.