Straight Talk with Sandra Reich

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Why Wait? Overcoming Procrastination! Jan 17, 2019

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We all procrastinate at one time or another. Who among us hasn’t gone to the movies when we should be working on our taxes? But when it becomes a chronic way of life, it can actually lead serious disappointments and unhealthy patterns in our lives. Chronic procrastination can affect your physical health, your relationships, and your mental/emotional life including areas of self-discipline, persistence, self-esteem, and personal responsibility. Listen in as Sandra and regular guest, Melissa Hindley, have a frank conversation about procrastination. Falling prey to these cognitive distortions is easy, but fortunately, there are a number of different things you can do to fight procrastination and start getting things done on time!!

When Being the Hero Becomes Harmful Jan 10, 2019

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Superheroes, white knights, saviors. They are the stuff of the best storybooks, aren’t they?!? What could possibly be wrong with wanting to be a rescuer? Sadly, in personal relationships, the compulsion to rescue others or be the hero can be very damaging to both partners. The rescue itself can be from anything – unhappiness, financial chaos, substance abuse, depression, abuse, medical issues, or a wounded past. While it can be noble to help a friend or partner through such tragedies, becoming the hero can turn into a dark addiction for the rescuer. Do you feel compelled to rescue others? Or know someone in an unhealthy pattern of saving others? Listen in as Sandra and frequent guest, Georgia Dow, discuss the hidden dangers of feeling the need to rescue others and how to break free from this pattern.

Encore: Overcoming Your Inner Critic Jan 03, 2019

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Each of us has an “inner critic” judging our every action and instructing us on how to live our lives. But how much are we letting this inner critic control us? Are our actions based on what we really feel and believe, or are we living our lives based on our inner critic’s negative programing? Learning to effectively overcome our critical inner voice is central to all areas of life: personal development, healthy relationships, self-esteem, and career success. Join us for this profound interview where Sandra talks with author and psychologist Dr. Lisa Firestone about dealing with our inner critic through self-compassion.

Encore: New Year, New You! Dec 27, 2018

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Have you made a New Year's Resolution's in the past and not stuck to them? Most of us have made New Year’s resolutions in the past but are we successful in making them last. Did you succeed? Listen as Sandra Reich and Georgia Dow give you tips on making this year’s resolutions stick and learn how not to throw your plan aside if life does not go as planned (which it never really does!).

Helping Kids with ADHD, Anxiety, and Other Common Challenges Dec 20, 2018

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Parenting definitely isn’t for cowards! It’s tough stuff. But, raising a child with ADHD or an anxiety disorder or the like, adds new a wrinkle to traditional childrearing. Normal rule-making and household routines can be difficult, depending on the type and severity of your child’s symptoms. Listen in as Sandra and Georgia discuss these and other common challenges to parenting children. But, take courage, there are indeed behavioral techniques for managing a child’s challenges. We’ll offer guidelines to help you limit destructive behaviors and help your child overcome.

Untangling the Chains of Enmeshed Relationships Dec 13, 2018

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Enmeshed relationships are relationships that have unclear boundaries and very little autonomy for the individual. Sometimes it is said that a person in such a relationship is lost in the other person. Maybe they allow their partner to define them. It sounds a touch romantic at first glance but it’s actually a path to heartache and manipulation. Join us as our host Sandra Reich and frequent guest Melissa Hindley talk about how we can open our eyes to the truth of such relationships. It is possible to break the pattern of enmeshment and break through to freedom—to that place where we are able to give and receive true love!!

Creating Deep Family Bonds Dec 06, 2018

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Family time is important. This seems especially true as we head into this holiday season. Most of us have ideals for how we want our family to bond and interact. We know that a strong family gives its members the support they need to make it through life’s toughest spots. But, creating that bond is easier said than done – especially in our busy culture with its demanding schedules. How can you create a solid foundation and build into your family? Listen in as Sandra and Georgia talk about practical ways to create strong family bonds. It’s never too late to start!

Investing the Time to Thrive as a Couple Nov 29, 2018

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Do you ever wonder why some couples “make it” and some do not? When you think about it, it’s a little bit miraculous that any two people from different worlds get together and make love last for long stretches of time. Although it may seem like magic, it really is not. It’s not a formula either because every couple is different. But research shows us that there ARE some trends and commonalities in those healthy relationships. Join Sandra and Maite as they talk about the latest research in cultivating thriving couple relationships.

When Cognitive Dissonance is Your Friend Nov 15, 2018

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Do you ever feel like a hypocrite? You know, when you claim to believe or do one thing while living out the opposite? At some level we all have seasons of hypocrisy. The only people who don’t are perfect! And we haven’t seen many of those types!! Hypocrisy is a kind of cognitive dissonance – that uncomfortable feeling we have when two attitudes or behaviors, don’t match up in our lives. This dissonance doesn’t have to be a bad thing! Sometimes it’s a good thing that leads to change. Join us as Sandra and Melissa discuss how this cognitive dissonance can lead to a deliberate, reflective mode that allows us to bring our behaviors back into line with who we want to become.

Encore: Does your psychological make up and your real make up have anything in common? Nov 08, 2018

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Sandra is joined by beauty expert and host of BEaUty Inside and Out- Bonnie Bonadeo to discuss what real beauty really means in terms of thoughts, psychological make up and even of course real make up. What is the connection between psychology and being beautiful inside and out? You might be surprised. Join Sandra and Bonnie for a fascinating hour Straight talking about Beauty Inside and Out