While there are many ingredients to success in dating and relationships, one that should never be underestimated is self-care. If you are looking to find or keep real love, taking care of your physical, mental, and emotional health is something you must focus on and proactively plan. Dr. Terri talks to Rachel Russo (MS, MFT), marriage and family therapist, matchmaker, author and speaker. Rachel discusses how self-care and self-love can help you improve your relationship, survive the ups and downs of the modern-day relationship landscape, and create your own happily-ever-after.

If you’re a parent, chances are that what scares you most about the coronavirus is the impact the epidemic could have on the kids you love. Schools are closed until September and summer camps and activities are cancelled. Dr. Terri talks to Nancy Kislin, who is a nationally recognized child, adolescent and family psychotherapist, professor, author and speaker. She has more than 28 years of experience across therapy and education. Nancy provides tips for dealing with common parenting hurdles and discussions during the coronavirus lockdown.

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Being at home with your children under one roof can be challenging, and amidst a pandemic with the added financial, mental and emotional strain, it can be really stressful. But you can use this time to connect more authentically at home with your children in quarantine. Dr. Terri talks to Carolyn Hidalgo, a certified life coach and blogger, who specializes in relationship issues with a focus on the soul. Carolyn shares ways to slow down and create the space for amazing conversations, happier times, and a more authentic connection with your children.

Spring is finally here and for singles, it is the time to find love with that someone special. Given that you may be social distancing for a while, how do you keep things interesting, fun and maintain healthy dating practices? Dr. Terri talks to Claire AH, a Toronto-based matchmaker, coach, and owner of Friend of a Friend Matchmaking, with over ten years of experience working in the field of dating, relationships, and sexuality. Claire says everyone deserves love. She shares exciting ways of meeting people and finding love in the time of COVID-19.

Dreams are the most profound and puzzling activities of the soul, and each dream gives up its secrets in different ways. Dr. Terri talks Linda Yael Schiller, psychotherapist, consultant, dream trainer and author of the new book, “Modern Dreamwork: New Tools for Decoding Your Soul’s Wisdom”. Linda will share steps to improve your dream recall and your ability to dream about specific questions, three unique approaches to interpretation, and how to take the messages out into the world after understanding them.

Having a partner during crisis is a privilege but it doesn’t feel that way when you are stuck at home and not getting along. Right now, it is difficult to repress or ignore the interpersonal conflicts you have at home. Dr. Terri talks Dr. Jan Dworkin, couple’s therapist and author of the new book, “Make Love Better”. Dr. Dworkin will share strategies and tools to navigate the relationship challenges that arise as a result of sheltering in place.

The conflicts and differences with your partner may never disappear. But the good news is that the ways you manage these differences can change profoundly. Dr. Terri talks with Linda Carroll, a therapist, coach, and author of the new book “Love Skills: The Keys to Unlocking Lasting, Wholehearted Love.” Carroll offers specific, effective solutions to the most common struggles and challenges that couples face. These well-researched practices will help keep your love alive.

Are you single and unable to date face-to-face, given the coronavirus pandemic? From social isolation due to quarantine and the closing of public spaces, the COVID-19 outbreak is affecting the ability to find love in today’s world. Dr. Terri talks with Lisa Clampitt (LMSW), author, relationship expert, and founder and president of the Matchmaking Institute, as well as Lisa Clampitt Matchmaking. Lisa says that singles still have the opportunity to date, they just need to be more creative right now. Lisa shares strategies on how to find love in the time of COVID-19.

We are all going through challenging times right now. Yet you still need to ask for what you want and need. When you fail to speak up, you shortchange yourself. So, how do you keep the household sane and happy when everyone is suddenly under one roof 24/7? And, how do you stand up for yourself more effectively in professional and interpersonal situations, particularly if you’re communicating virtually? Dr. Terri talks with Amy Fish, author of the new book, “I Wanted Fries With That: How to Ask for What You Want and Get What You Need”. Her suggestions will appeal to anyone who wants to speak up and isn’t sure where to start.

What do you do when you feel stress or you’re going through a major life transition? Dr. Terri talks with Lisa Erickson, an energy worker and author of the new book, “Chakra Empowerment for Women”. When faced with critical, stressful life transitions such as illness, pregnancy, and menopause, Lisa says that mindfulness, energy, and balance are exactly what you need to own your power, balance work and family, and maintain physical and emotional health. The twelve chakra tools discussed in her book will help you find strength and thrive, as you recover the energy of your fully empowered self.

On today’s episode:

:25 – Lisa’s introduction and the importance of energy work

5:05 – The seven chakras of the body

9:30 – Using chakras to reduce stress and improve your health

14:10 – Meditation and mindfulness

18:30 – How women can work with their chakras

23:05 – Why you should give energy work a try