Respected & Connected: Create a More Intimate, Collaborative Relationship

Updated: 23 Jul 2024 • 137 episodes
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Respected & Connected is the podcast that helps you create more collaboration & intimacy in your love relationships. Our goal here is to make positive changes in our relationships by doing more of what works, less of what doesn’t, and empowering our partners to join in the process. Hosted by your no-nonsense relationship coach Sharon Costanzo. New episodes drop every Tuesday.

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Can too much stability in a relationship be a bad thing? Dr. Bruce Chalmer, a psychologist with over 30 years of experience in couples therapy says that often couples get so good at stability in their relationship that they neglect their need for intimacy.  We discuss: The tension between stability & intimacy in relati

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A very casual conversation with Corrie Woods about our mutual dislike for the very common relationship advice to “let men lead.”   Website and Linktree:  Get the full show notes and links to the resources mentioned at https://respectedandconnected.com/podcast/b/ep-133 Sign up for the next Thriving Together Couples Call

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What’s wrong with being a “Nice Guy” anyway? Jason Lange, a specialist in men’s issues, particularly the Nice Guy Syndrome shares his insights on the evolution of men’s roles and the importance of being connected with one’s power, head, and heart. We discuss: What is the Nice Guy Syndrome and how do men develop it Chal

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Have you ever felt hesitant to speak up and advocate for the supportive partnership that you want? Dr. Julie Hanks, a licensed therapist, owner of Wasatch Family Therapy, and well known influencer, shares her insights on creating partnership families and the challenges that often come with this endeavor. We discuss: Th

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Would you like to experience greater intimacy and connection with your male partner? In this episode, we welcome Eric Fitz Medrud, a therapist specializing in relationships and men's issues. Eric shares his personal journey from struggling with his own desires and ethical values to becoming a specialist in relationship

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What did you learn about sex growing up and how is it impacting your marriage? In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Dr. Tina Schermer Sellers, an esteemed author and sex therapist, to explore the profound impact of sexual shame on intimacy and relationships. Dr. Sellers shares her extensive knowledge on the s

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