Love, Happiness and Success with Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

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Is Jealousy Healthy in a Relationship? | E308 Jul 18, 2022

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People often wonder, “Is jealousy healthy in a relationship?”

Here’s the short answer: It depends. Jealousy can be healthy when it signals that it’s time to draw your partner close in response to a real or imagined threat. This is a good thing that helps preserve and strengthen your relationship — but only if you’re able to handle jealousy in a self-aware, intentional way.

When jealousy gets out of control (particularly if it’s due to past relational trauma, rather than a current relational threat), it can be a destructive force that harms your relationship, your partner, and you.

In this episode, we’re talking about jealousy’s ancient roots, when it’s healthy and when it’s a problem, and how you can use feelings of jealousy to start important conversations, establish healthy boundaries, and strengthen your relationship.

Tune in for a discussion about:

[03:23] What is Romantic Jealousy?

[09:49] What Causes Jealousy in a Relationship?

[17:49] When Jealousy is Healthy

[23:56] What to Do When You’re Feeling Jealous

[41:56] When Jealousy Turns Abusive

[46:01] Learning from Your Jealousy

And more!

Xoxo,

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

www.GrowingSelf.com

How to Let Go of Your Ex for Good | LHS Classic Jul 13, 2022

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Can't stop thinking about your ex, even when you know the relationship is over? You're not broken. You're human.

Most people don't just "get over" a breakup with time. The lingering thoughts, the obsessive replaying of what happened, the fantasies of a second chance — these aren't signs that something is wrong with you. They're signs that you're wired to bond deeply with other people. And when that bond breaks, your brain doesn't just move on.

But staying stuck isn't inevitable. There is a way through. And it's not about distracting yourself or jumping back into dating. It's about doing the real work, layer by layer.

In this episode of the Love, Happiness and Success Podcast, I'm walking you through exactly why you can't stop thinking about your ex, and the step-by-step process for finally letting go for good. We'll cover:

Why breakup recovery is so much like addiction and what that means for your healing
Why time alone won't make these feelings go away
The five layers of attachment that keep people stuck on an ex long after a relationship ends
Why your thoughts about your ex are actually keeping you bonded to them, even when those thoughts are negative
Why jumping into a rebound relationship or trying to just stop thinking about them almost always backfires
How to do the deeper emotional work that leads to real, lasting freedom
What it actually feels like when you're truly done and how to get there

This episode will give you a roadmap for understanding what's happening and what to do about it.

With love, Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby www.GrowingSelf.com

The Power of Believing In Yourself | E307 Jul 11, 2022

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“Believe in yourself” is more than a soundbite. It’s a necessary ingredient in a happy, self-directed life.

It’s also easier said than done. If you (like basically everyone) have internal narratives about the things you can’t do or changes you can’t make, you’re going to need more than a pep talk or some positive affirmations to shake those narratives loose. You’re going to need a self-belief-building plan.

On this episode of the podcast, we’re discussing how to believe in yourself, and the real steps you can take to build self-confidence, self-efficacy, and self-esteem, so you can start living life by your own design.

Our guest is Elise R., M.Ed., NCC, CCC, LPCC. Elise is a therapist, life coach, and “holistic life design” expert here at Growing Self. After helping countless people build their self-belief and reach their most ambitious goals, she’s sharing her sage wisdom and actionable advice with you.

We are discussing:

- Self-efficacy - Shifting internally - Raising kids that believe in themselves - Mastering experiences - Building an empowered career - and more!

I hope you enjoy this episode and find the power of believing in yourself! You deserve it.

With love,

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

www.GrowingSelf.com

Shifting From Emotional To Intuitive Eating | E306 Jul 04, 2022

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Eating is one of the most basic ways we care for ourselves every day. But having an unhealthy relationship with food can leave you feeling stressed, emotionally drained, and bad about yourself, rather than nourished, energized and empowered.

Unfortunately, many of us have a fraught relationship with food. Emotional eating, shame, and anxiety around food or body image, and negative cultural messages about what we “should” be doing or how we “should” look, can get in the way of mindful, compassionate, and self-aware eating practices.

Intuitive eating is all about listening to yourself, trusting yourself, and having a positive relationship with the food that nourishes your body and brings you pleasure.

Today we're talking about how to shift from emotional to intuitive eating with an intuitive eating counselor who’s sharing some radical wisdom for making peace with food and your body. Tune in to learn all about:

[03:53] Emotional eating

[07:32] Unhealthy relationships with food

[17:06] Changing your relationship with food

[23:29] Adopting healthier coping mechanisms

And much more.

With love,

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

www.GrowingSelf.com

Personality Type Compatibility in Relationships | E305 Jun 27, 2022

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Are we a good fit? Do we have enough in common? Is my partner really “The One?”

Personality type compatibility in relationships isn’t about being alike or agreeing on everything — it’s about learning to understand your differences and use them for the benefit of each other and the relationship.

In today's episode, you’ll learn all about what really makes a couple compatible, and how you can harness your differences for a stronger relationship.

With love,

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

www.GrowingSelf.com

Feeling Lonely In a Relationship? How to Reconnect. | E304 Jun 20, 2022

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We all dream of having a close, connected relationship that fulfills us on every level. If you're feeling lonely in a relationship, it hurts. It can be hard to know how to reconnect, especially if the distance has been growing for a while — or if negativity has crept in.

Deep connection is created through the intentional cultivation of emotional intimacy. In this episode, we’re exploring how to do that, so you can create the loving, satisfying relationship you want and deserve.

With love to you both,

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

GrowingSelf.com

Dealing With Control Freaks | E303 Jun 13, 2022

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Dealing with control freaks is aggravating, but when you know what’s behind it, it’s easier to have understanding and empathy for them — and also create healthier boundaries for yourself.

In this episode, you'll learn all about the psychology of the control freak: What drives their behavior, and how you can maintain a relationship with the control freak(s) in your life while still being authentically yourself.

xo,

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

GrowingSelf.com

Us: Getting Past You and Me | E302 Jun 06, 2022

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Our relationships are priceless. They can’t be bought, they can only be built. Without them, our lives would be empty. But all of that is easy to forget when you’re in the midst of a furious argument with your partner, or anyone you love. When we’re emotionally elevated, we say and do things that damage our connections with others. But it doesn’t have to be that way — conflict can be an opportunity for deeper connection and better relationships.

On today’s episode, internationally recognized marriage counselor and author Terry Real shares how to get past "you and me" to build your "we." Tune in for advice on shedding the individualist mindset and bringing more love into your life.

Made with love, for you!

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

GrowingSelf.com

Life After Loss | E301 May 30, 2022

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On today’s episode we’re discussing the unwelcome territory we all have to navigate eventually: life after loss.

Whether you’ve lost a loved one, a dream, a job, or a relationship, adjusting to your new reality requires a grieving process. Giving yourself permission to fully mourn heals you, and fosters new growth too.

In this episode, I'm speaking with two expert grief counselors about coping with grief and loss, finding peace, and moving forward when it feels like you can’t.

If you've experienced a loss, I'm sorry... and this one is for you.

With love,

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

GrowingSelf.com

Can You Be Friends With Your Ex? | E300 May 23, 2022

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Should you be friends with your ex?

After a divorce or breakup, being friends with an ex can seem appealing, especially if you're co-parenting. Making the transition from partners to pals is possible. But without radical self-honesty and clear intentions, it can be challenging — and may even create new problems.

Can you be friends with your ex? If so, how do you go about this transition in a healthy way? That's what we're exploring, in this episode.

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

GrowingSelf.com

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