Love, Happiness and Success with Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

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How to Relax When You're Stressed Out | E241 Mar 22, 2021

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Here at Growing Self our therapy and life coaching clients are generally successful, high-achieving people on a path of personal growth. Because of this, I have a soft spot for the superstars, and I know that being a go-getting, productive, conscientious, high-achieving, intelligent, successful person has many, many benefits. You get things done, you're on top of it, and you are probably extremely successful in many areas of life.

And... it's probably hard for you to relax.

How to Relax When You're an Over-Achiever

Today's episode of the Love, Happiness and Success Podcast is just for you, my high-achieving compadre. We'll be discussing:

The mind-body connection that makes you feel stressed out even when you're relaxing
New ideas to help you prioritize your self-care and relaxation
The real source of stress (it's not what you think... except when it is)
Why "relaxing" behaviors (massages, hot baths, vacations) won't help you truly de-stress
How to combat the stressful thinking styles that will interfere with true relaxation
The skills and strategies that will actually help you reduce stress, relax, and restore your mind, body and soul.

I hope this discussion helps you achieve the rest and relaxation that you deserve, and that it helps you (paradoxically) become even more productive, creative, forward-thinking and successful as a result!

From me to you,

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

www.GrowingSelf.com

PS: Follow up questions? Click to GrowingSelf.com to ask in the comments section of this post!

Married With a Crush? | E240 Mar 15, 2021

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Friend, this topic is SO important I'm putting it back in front of you again. Here's the deal: Even people in strong, satisfying relationships can develop feelings of attraction for another person. It's part of the human experience. These feelings can be transient and meaningless... OR they could destroy your life, if you follow them. Are crushes innocent, or on-ramps to an affair? Can you be "friends" with someone you have a crush on, without risking your relationship? What should you do when you're married, but have a crush on someone else? Oh, the questions!

It happens: people in happy, healthy, committed relationships can still develop crushes on others. However, smart, self-aware people in committed relationships that they care about need to handle these maturely and with wisdom. That's what you'll learn how to do on today's show.

What To Do (And Not Do) When You Are Married And Have a Crush

Today on the Love, Happiness and Success Podcast I'm talking all about how to handle yourself and your relationship when you have a crush on someone else. We'll be discussing:

The mechanics of a crush; how and why crushes develop
The difference between a crush and a platonic friendship
Why happy, committed married people can have crushes on others
How crushes can turn into something more serious
How to use self awareness, integrity, and honesty to protect your marriage
How to use your crush experience in order to add energy and intimacy into your relationship
Warning signs that your crush is developing into something else
Why extramarital affairs are always a bad idea, and rarely end well
How to stop having a crush on someone else
How to avoid embarrassment and professional ruin if you have a crush on a coworker
How to protect your relationship and stay true to your values even when you're having feelings for another.

All this and more on today's episode of the Love, Happiness and Success Podcast.

xoxo,

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

GrowingSelf.com

Ps: As we discussed in this episode, part of your action plan needs to be leaning towards your partner in an authentic and emotionally intimate way, and that calls for excellent communication skills. To support you in this, please help yourself to my free two part communication skills training, "Commucation That Connects." I made this for you! ... LMB

Build Confidence and Charisma | E239 Mar 08, 2021

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If you're feeling a little rusty talking to people, it's time for a refresher course on how to communicate with confidence and charisma.

Today's guest knows all about how to be interesting and fun to talk to, especially under pressure. Kristen Carney is a stand-up comedian, comedy writer, and coach who's specialty is helping people be comfortable with others, create a positive impression, and be more confident in conversations.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to create "charismatic conversations" that breathe life into relationships. Join us!

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

GrowingSelf.com

Trust Yourself: Tell Intuition From Anxiety | E238 Mar 01, 2021

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It can be hard to trust yourself, particularly around intuition. Many of us, especially women, minimize our feelings, explain away our concerns, and doubt ourselves... to our detriment.

Trusting yourself is vital to making your way confidently through the world. It's also true that not all thoughts and feelings are trustworthy. It's confusing!

Being able to tell the difference between anxiety and intuition will help you trust yourself, so that you can move forward fearlessly.

Learn how, join me!

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

GrowingSelf.com

How to Improve Emotional Intelligence | E237 Feb 22, 2021

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Satisfying, stable relationships. A meaningful, prosperous career. Feeling good about yourself and your life. What do they all have in common? Emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence is the hidden "x-factor" that makes everything work. Without it, you can spin in frustration and failure... and never know why.

Emotional intelligence is crucial for your love, happiness and success. In today's episode, find out how your emotional intelligence skills stack up, and learn actionable strategies to improve emotional intelligence — starting today.

With love,

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

GrowingSelf.com

How to Stop Fighting About Money With Your Partner | LHS Classic Feb 15, 2021

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Let's be honest: money is one of the most charged topics in any relationship. No matter how strong your connection is, sooner or later every couple has to figure out how to talk about finances — and actually get somewhere when they do.

That's easier said than done. Conversations about money have a way of turning into arguments about something much deeper: values, security, control, trust. And when financial stress enters the picture, the stakes feel even higher.

The good news? With the right approach, talking about money with your partner doesn't have to mean conflict. It can actually bring you closer.

To help you get there, I've invited marriage counselor Meagan Terry to the Love, Happiness and Success Podcast to share exactly what to do — and what to avoid — when navigating financial conversations with your partner. Meagan has helped countless couples move from financial conflict to genuine teamwork, and she's here to give you the same practical, actionable advice she gives her clients.

If you and your partner are ready to stop fighting about money and start building something together, this episode is for you.

With love, Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby ⁠GrowingSelf.com

LGBTQ+ Relationship Advice | E236 Feb 08, 2021

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Love is love, and the bonds of attachment transcend identity. At the same time, gay and lesbian relationships face unique challenges and stressors — from without, and from within.

On this episode of the podcast, my colleague, LGBTQ+ relationship-affirming marriage and family therapist Kensington Osmond shares compassionate strategies that promote growth and healing for gay and lesbian individuals and couples. Empowerment, healthy-identity development, growing up gay in the context of a strict religion, dealing with a non-supportive family of origin, how unresolved internalized shame can show up in relationships — we're tackling all of it today. Join us! (And join the conversation in the comments of this post!)

xoxo,

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

GrowingSelf.com

Finding the Right Person | E235 Feb 01, 2021

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Are your subconscious "thinking traps" getting in the way of your finding the right person? On today's episode of the podcast, NPR's dating expert Damona Hoffman is here to help you get out of your own way and find the love you're looking for. Join us!

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

GrowingSelf.com

Say No to Others, & Yes To Yourself | E234 Jan 25, 2021

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It's effortless for kind, competent, hard-working people to say "yes" to all the demands for their time and attention. But just because you can do something doesn't mean you should.

If you're not setting healthy boundaries around your time and energy, the result can be mental and emotional depletion, burnout, and disconnection from what truly matters. On this episode of the podcast I'm talking with Becky Morrison about how to get clear about your priorities and set healthy boundaries. Learning how to (selectively!) say "yes" only to what's most important makes amazing things happen.

Learn how — join us!

Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

GrowingSelf.com

How to Have An Amicable Divorce | E233 Jan 18, 2021

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Divorce is nobody's first choice. But sometimes relationships cannot be saved, and divorcing feels like the right thing to do. While divorce is always hard, having an amicable divorce is the best possible outcome — particularly if you're going to be coparenting or sharing a business for years to come.

My guest on today's episode is divorce attorney Stephanie Randall. She shares her honest advice about what getting divorced is *really* like, the biggest mistakes divorcing couples make, insight into the divorce recovery process, and drops real-world strategies for how to create an amicable divorce.

If you're considering divorce (or in the thick of one) today's episode is a must listen. Be prepared to take notes! (Or get a the show-notes with Stephanie's top takeaways here: https://www.growingself.com/amicable-divorce)

xo, Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

GrowingSelf.com

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