Podcast Changes & Top 10 Podcasts From 2017 – SC 179
Happy New Year! It’s time for a Smart Couple Podcast status report and list of 2017 highlights.
In this special episode, Jayson shares his candid thoughts on what worked for the podcast in 2017, what did not and the changes planned for 2018. Curious which of last year’s episodes are Jayson’s favorite? No need to guess, that top ten podcasts list is in this one!
So many exciting, enlightening and powerful moments to reflect on AND to look forward to! Have a listen and share in the positive momentum we’re taking into the new year.
Here are a few of the highlights:
SHOWNOTES
- The Smart Couple Podcast: Reflections on 2017 and Plans for 2018 [4:00]
- What’s The Relationship School Have In Store For This Year? [12:00]
- Jayson’s 2017 Top Ten Episodes List [17:00]
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- The Hidden Power Of Conflict – Annie Lalla – SC 88
- How To Deal With An Avoidant Partner & Interpersonal Stress – Stan Tatkin – SC 104
- The Neuroscience & Power of Safe Relationships – Stephen W. Porges – SC 116
- Ayahuasca, Trauma, & Relationships – Dr. Gabor Maté – SC 134
- The 4 Freedoms That Develop Masculine Depth & Purpose – Satyen Raja – SC 140
- The Trap of Becoming Your Partner’s Therapist – Danielle LaPorte – SC 146
- My Wife On How To Repair After A Ruptured Connection – Ellen Boeder – SC 152
- Setting Boundaries With Ease, Grace and Love – Terri Cole – SC 156
- Interpersonal Neurobiology – Dan Siegel – SC 158
- Why Spiritually Developed People Struggle With Monogamy – Ellen & Jayson – SC 176
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Student (DPIR) Course:
Winter Semester – Virtual Classes 2018 – January 31, February 14 & 28, March 14 & 28, April 25, May 9 & 23 & 30
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Millennials & Marriage – Kiyomi and Joel – SC 178
Wondering what you can learn from a millennial couple? Turns out it’s quite a bit!
Kiyomi and Joel are a mixed-race millennial couple that discovers how much their culture plays into their relationship. These two high school sweethearts grew up together and their system for growing together as they mature (as we all do) is inspiring.
Think where you come from isn’t a big part of your love life? Uncertain a couple so young can offer profound wisdom? Prepare to be surprised!
Here are a few of the highlights:
SHOWNOTES
- Kiyomi & Joel’s high school love story [9:00]
- What is Relationship OCD? [12:00]
- Joel’s secret for consistent happiness [17:00]
- Couple discovers being mixed race affects them [21:00]
- Kiyomi & Joel’s conflict management method [29:00]
- What’s the secret to balancing work and relationship life? [35:00]
- Jayson’s advice when planning a wedding [43:00]
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How A Couple Recovered From Cheating – Leahnora & Noah – SC 177
Couples that survive the toughest relationship challenges are so impressive! Leahnora and Noah are one of those couples. Cheating nearly tore them apart but they made commitments to change themselves and now they’re stronger than ever before.
What did they do? How do they handle the baggage of their past?
Jayson explores the tough questions here. Also, Leahnora and Noah are still working through some common issues around sexuality and conflict and they share vulnerably about this as Jayson gives some relationship coaching.
Here are a few of the highlights:
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- How did Noah handle the cheating? [9:00]
- Leahnora & Noah’s personal growth paths [15:00]
- Defensiveness isn’t always bad [25:00]
- Their open relationship experience [29:00]
- Noah & Leahnora’s fighting style [35:00]
- Trusting love’s message no matter the cost [40:00]
- Jayson addresses their sexuality struggles [44:00]
- When you’re both triggered [54:00]
- Don’t respond with “That wasn’t my intent” [60:00]
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If you would like to connect with Leahnora and/or Noah, they can be contacted at [email protected] and [email protected].
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Noah and Leahnora have been together for over 5 years, and got married summer 2017. Noah is 35 years and Leahnora is 34. They have two dogs but no kids (this is something they are excited about for the future). They went to high school together in San Diego, CA and now reside in Oakland, California. Noah works a real estate agent and Leahnora works for the California Department of Transportation as an environmental planner. They are both passionate about philosophy and the interconnection of humans, and navigating their way through the human condition. They have vowed to use their marriage as a container for a path to personal and couple awakening.
Leahnora and Noah’s struggles began early in their relationship. Leahnora was dating other guys while Noah was coming out of a spiritual quest in India. At the time, they couldn’t have been more opposite. Their first 3 years together were HELL. Leahnora was cheating and keeping secrets, and Noah was in his own bubble and stubbornly clinging to his self-righteous worldviews. Through years of hard work we were finally able to get on the same page and since Noah proposed, things have been wonderful.
Leahnora and Noah’s main issue is currently around sex. Noah wants more, and Leahnora could care less. About once a week, they get into the same argument. Noah thinks Leahnora doesn’t want sex because of her past unresolved trauma, and Leahnora is annoyed and frustrated that Noah is not truly understanding to give her the space to explore sexuality, in her own way. They both feel trapped. Leahnora is craving safety and Noah is craving sex.
They are looking for a way to find common ground, so that they both feel their needs getting adequately met.