The Relationship School Podcast
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A trail blazing relationship podcast promoting unconventional monogamy and marriage--where we teach you how to fight well, master communication, and take your marriage to the next level without compromising your business, family, or integrity.
The Relationship School Podcast
21h ago
Are you simply defaulting to monogamy?
Have you ever genuinely asked yourself, "Would a different sexual model work better for me?"
Dan Savage, an author, sex-advice columnist, podcaster, and public speaker, suggests that we should all regularly pose these questions to ourselves. Dan and his husband have chosen what they call a "monogamish" relationship. They've acknowledged that it's impossible to fulfill all of your partner's needs, and that's a message from which we can all learn.
While we typically focus on monogamous long-term relationships, in this episode, we'll explore how various type ..read more
The Relationship School Podcast
1w ago
Jayson and Ellen discuss conflict, communication, and problem-solving versus understanding. What's the issue with being a conflict-avoidant couple? When is it appropriate to problem-solve and offer advice to a long-term partner? Can excessive understanding become problematic? Tune in to hear Ellen and Jayson offer a few simple strategies that you can use to resolve your communication issues.
Timestamps:
1:51 - Avoiding Conflict
11:21 - Solving communication problems
17:04 - Problem solving vs understanding
20:28 - The conflict-repair cycle
22:31 - Taking action vs understanding
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The Relationship School Podcast
2w ago
Jayson coaches the couple, Anya and Bodhi. The last time this couple appeared on the podcast was in episode #364 when they were in the midst of deciding whether to stay together or break up. Since their last appearance, they have grown into a strong and stable couple. In this episode, they discuss the turning point in their relationship that led to them staying together. They also work through current tensions in their relationship related to conflicting schedules and navigating a small living space. You won’t want to miss this insightful conversation.
Timestamps:
5:17 - Anya & Bodhi's tu ..read more
The Relationship School Podcast
3w ago
Jayson is joined by his son Lucian for a conversation about the unique challenges of being a teenager in high school. What are the challenges of being from a relationally focused family? What kinds of stereotypes do teens face? Why do so many parents over-parent their kids? You won’t want to miss this candid father-son conversation.
Timestamps:
3:52 - Boys in high school
5:28 - Social media apps
6:19 - Waldorf vs. public high school
9:21 - The relational family experiance
16:41 - Challenges high school kids face
20:25 - Over-parenting
23:41 - How to get teenagers involved
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The Relationship School Podcast
1M ago
Is it possible to truly love someone while you’re still infatuated with them? In this episode, Jayson and Ellen talk about the trap of falling in love and why it’s important to learn to live with the reality of who your partner actually is instead of projecting your fantasies onto them. How can you make your partner your priority every day? What should your relationship boundaries be? It’s time to take a deep dive into the world of love after infatuation.
Timestamps:
2:16 - Infatuation vs. love
6:16 - Reality vs. fantasy
20:00 - Accepting people for who they are
24:48 - Know your relationship ..read more
The Relationship School Podcast
1M ago
Jayson talks about dealing with division in the world, digital minimalism and getting unstuck in your relationship. Can solving division in the home help make the world a better place? How do you know when you’re stuck as a couple? What should you do if you’re stuck? Would you like to be the next guest on The Relationship School Podcast? Listen in to find out more!
Timestamps:
4:01 - Couples, how do you know when you're stuck?
11:47 - Dealing with division
19:25 - Action steps
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The Relationship School Podcast
1M ago
Jason coaches two women live on the podcast. How should you deal with the experience of a long-term partner ghosting you? What should you do when you feel self-doubt and loneliness? How can you find meaning in the end of a long-term relationship? You won’t want to miss the chance to sit in on this powerful coaching session with Jayson, Katie and Camille.
Timestamps:
4:09 - Katie's story
8:27 - Being there for yourself
16:26 - Katie's personal growth journey
26:17 - Camille's story
29:56 - Dealing with a partner who ghosted
37:46 - Finding meaning in the end of a relationship
46:51 - Finding y ..read more
The Relationship School Podcast
2M ago
Jayson and Ellen team up to talk about working with men in coaching and therapy. How can you tell when a man is ready to grow? How does couples' work help men? What are the advantages of attending a men’s group? Are men more comfortable with male or female therapists? If you’re a man or you have men in your life, you won’t want to miss this insightful conversation.
Timestamps:
6:16 - Ways that men get stuck
10:52 - Working through men's defensiveness
13:56 - Recognizing men's issues
17:27 - How male clients project
21:10 - Are men more comfortable with male or female therapists
24:48 - Men's ..read more
The Relationship School Podcast
2M ago
What’s wrong with wanting a healthy relationship? Jayson and Ellen are here to break it down. "Healthy" is a poorly defined concept, which can create nebulous expectations that are impossible to live up to. If you’ve written yourself off because you believe you’re incapable of having healthy relationships, it’s time to level up and start focusing on how you can foster growth-oriented relationships going forward. Tune in to learn how you can set realistic expectations and define the relationship experience that you want. It’s time to plan for reality and aspire for greatness.
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The Relationship School Podcast
2M ago
Ellen joins Jayson to discuss menopause and its impact on relationships. What is menopause? Do women in non-western cultures experience menopause differently than women in western cultures? What happens to women’s hormones during menopause? What about hormone replacement therapy? Tune in to hear Jayson and Ellen share their personal experiences surrounding menopause and learn how you can nurture your relationships through the menopausal journey.
Timestamps:
3:34 - What is menopause?
7:02 - How does menopause impact relationships?
13:53 - How does culture impact the experience of menopause?
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