The Matt Townsend Show

Matt Townsend specializes in energizing and involving audiences with his unique approach to building and maintaining successful relationships. Known as one of America’s top presenters in the field of Human Relations and Development, Matt blends humor and story telling with interactive, real-life solutions that motivate and inspire his listeners.

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Redefine Work on Your Terms Nov 03, 2014

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Matt and Thuy Sindell discuss work. Thuy talks about ending your work by engaging and immersing yourself into it. She asks the questions, "How am I giving 100% to my job? How am I taking 100% from my job?" This ensures that employees find a sense of balance. Without this balance, employees will not feel the full sense of satisfaction they could be feeling. Contributor Heather suggests that parents have a responsibility to teach children how to work. Our society relies on this assumption that children grow up learning how to work, so it continues functioning properly. Heather says many parents try to keep their children from doing the chores that were less enjoyable for them as children. This isn't recommended.

Why We Love People Who Hurt Us Oct 30, 2014

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Dr. Matt Townsend is your life guide on the side, for communication and relationship tips.

The Art of Quitting Oct 29, 2014

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Matt and Peg Streep discuss the art of quitting. Peg talks about the famous quote "quitters never win" and how sometimes it's important to realize when quitting will actually be beneficial for people. She also suggests that quitting doesn't mean just giving up. It means quitting and continuing to progress by setting new goals. The gang discusses the most effective ways to break up with your significant other. Contributor Meg shares funny ways some of her own relationships ended.

Insomnia Oct 28, 2014

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Dr. Matt Townsend is your life guide on the side, for communication and relationship tips.

Emotional Vampires Oct 27, 2014

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Matt talks with Judith Orloff about emotional freedom in action.

Rethinking Positive Thinking Oct 23, 2014

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Matt and Gabriele discuss the truth about positive thinking. Gabriele suggests that positive thinking may actually hinder progress and improvement. Gabriele tells about a study that was done with women losing weight. She says those who had a more positive attitude about the weight loss actually ended up losing less weight. These positive thinking women dreamed of the lost weight and felt the sense of accomplishment without actually ending up losing the weight itself. The gang discusses the annoying quirks of optimists. They talk about optimists who inappropriately celebrate their happiness in front of others who are having a hard day. The gang talks about the alternative to forcing emotions on other people.

Brainstorm Oct 22, 2014

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Matt and Dan Siegel discuss the teenage brain. Dan talks about how a teenager's brain typically works. For example, teenagers seem to be more reckless than others. Many parents may think this is due to a lack of knowledge about situations and risks. However, Dan points out that teenagers realize the risks involved with different situations, but they "just don't care." Contributor Meg references TIME magazine when she suggests that parents ban time outs and substitute them with time ins. Time outs are typically bad for sensitive children and apparently have the same effect on them that abuse does. Time ins are a great alternative. These could consist of discussing your child's feelings when they've done wrong or going on a walk together.

Personal Strengths Oct 21, 2014

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Matt and Adoree Durayppah discuss the personal strengths each of us have. They talk about focusing on using your strengths to propel you forward rather than focusing on your weaknesses and feeling discouraged. Contributor Jenny talks about desires and interests in certain areas assisting with the development of personal strengths.

Kids and Healthy Habits Oct 20, 2014

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Matt and Dina Rose discuss developing healthy habits with your children. Dina talks about the initial worry that consumed her when she worried about teaching her children to eat healthy foods. Instead of teaching her children specifically about healthy food choices, Dina realized she needed to teach her children about good habits with food. This will then have a snowball effect on what types of foods children choose to eat. Contributor Heather talks about the idea of leading by example. She suggests children pick up the habits they see their parents participating in.

Understanding Others Oct 15, 2014

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Matt and Beverly Flaxington discuss understanding other people. Beverly talks about the difference between the words "value" and "care." She suggests some people may actually care more than those who value a certain trait or characteristic. Those who care may just not act on their feelings. The gang talks about funny miscommunications. They discuss strange translations that happen when trying to communicate with those who speak different languages.

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