How to have Extraordinary Relationships

Lucy Cavendish
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Well we have all wondered about it haven't we?And "Relationship" is a big word. Because if you think about it, we all have a relationship with everything don't we?Join us for fun facts, deep dives and every conceivable mind broadening angle of relationships.Reach out to Lucy on www.lucycavendishlovecoach.com

  1. 11H AGO

    The year everything changed; Love, loss and a dog called Dennis S5 E8

    A woman in love. A devastating break-up and heartbreak. And a dog that in his own naughty way kind of saved the day.... Sophia Money-Coutts is a British journalist, columnist, and bestselling author known for her witty, modern takes on relationships, manners, and contemporary life. Born in 1985 into the historic Money-Coutts banking family, she was educated at the London School of Economics, where she studied History.  She began her career in journalism, working for publications including the Evening Standard, Daily Mail, and Tatler, where she spent several years as Features Director, immersing herself in Britain’s high society.  She has since become a prominent columnist, writing regularly for The Daily Telegraph and contributing to a range of international outlets, as well as appearing on TV and radio.  Alongside her journalism, Money-Coutts is a successful novelist, credited with helping revive the modern romantic comedy genre. Her books include The Plus One, What Happens Now?, The Wish List, Did You Miss Me?, Looking Out for Love, and The Right Place, as well as the memoir The Year of the Dog.  Her writing is known for its humour, sharp observation, and candid exploration of dating, friendship, and modern adulthood. With a distinctive voice that blends wit with self-aware charm, Sophia Money-Coutts has carved out a niche as both a social commentator and storyteller, bringing a light, irreverent touch to the realities of contemporary life. Key Points of the Episode: How she was abruptly left "holding the puppy" in a relationship. How she began to wonder what was wrong with her. Dennis (the dog) and his regular escapades. Why Dennis actually helped her at a critical time (in hindsight) The big romantic road trip (with Dennis) How she is a blend of conventional and unconventional. Check her out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiamcoutts/ And Substack: https://sophiamoneycoutts.substack.com/ And for ger books Google "Amazon Sophia Money-Coutts" Key points of the episode: Her book "The Year of the Dog"The kind of dog she has and his personality.How she met Mike and fell in love - in the setting of Crystal Palace.Her work as a successful journalist and author.How she felt that parenthood and marriage would not happen to her.Why she realised that in hindsight (after therapy) the relationship would not have worked.How she is very happy now "bumbling around" with her dog.Some of the naughty behaviours that Parsons Terriers are know for..How she focusses on humour in her journalism.Check her out: www.instagram.com/sophiamcoutts https://sophiamoneycoutts.substack.com Support the show Has this podcast inspired you and would you like to learn more? You can reach out to Lucy, love coach, relationship counsellor, couples counsellor extraordinaire and author of "How to have extraordinary relationships with absolutely everybody"..... On:http://www.lucycavendishlovecoach.com/

    46 min

  2. 6D AGO

    How to respect humanity Dr. Lucy Pollock | S5 E7

    Dr Lucy Pollock is a British consultant geriatrician celebrated for her clear-eyed, compassionate approach to ageing and end-of-life care. With decades of experience in the NHS, she has guided countless patients and families through the often complex, emotional decisions that come with growing older. She is the author of The Book About Getting Older, a candid and reassuring guide that demystifies later life, and The Golden Rule, in which she explores the ethical and human dilemmas of modern medicine with warmth, wisdom, and honesty. Across both books, Dr Pollock challenges the idea that medicine should always prolong life at any cost, instead championing dignity, autonomy, and meaningful conversations about what really matters. Respected for her humanity as much as her expertise, she has become a trusted voice in reshaping how we think about ageing, care, and the choices that define a good life. Key Points of the Episode: A summary of her two successful books and how they came about.Her manifesto for change and better care for the elderly.The shocking statistic on medication and its problems.The key traits of great geriatric carers."Upward Helicopter" care and the issues with it.The mistakes some doctors make. (from a place of love)Her short experience as a surgeon.The game changing advice that sealed her professional direction.Her experience of a "normal" childhood in Ireland.Her thoughts of AI in medicine.How we are not quite as good at longevity as we thought we are.The history of elderly care since WW2.The sad case of waste in healthcare.Her thoughts on preventative medicine.What elderly people have learned about life.Her fascinating thoughts on assisted dying.....and her thoughts on unassisted dying. Links to her two books here: The Book of Getting Older The Golden Rule Support the show Has this podcast inspired you and would you like to learn more? You can reach out to Lucy, love coach, relationship counsellor, couples counsellor extraordinaire and author of "How to have extraordinary relationships with absolutely everybody"..... On:http://www.lucycavendishlovecoach.com/

    55 min

  3. APR 21

    The truth about fitness (but no one wants to hear) with the angriest trainer in Hollywood- Vinnie Tortorich | S5 E6

    Vinnie Tortorich is an American fitness expert, author, and podcast host known for his no-nonsense approach to health and weight loss. A former elite endurance athlete and Hollywood trainer, he has spent decades helping clients transform their bodies through his “NSNG” (No Sugar, No Grains) lifestyle. He is the author of Fitness Confidential and host of the long-running Fitness Confidential Podcast, where he blends practical advice with straight-talking honesty. Vinnie’s philosophy is simple: cut the sugar, ditch the grains, and take responsibility for your health. Key points of the episode: His odd strategy for book success!The protocol of working with Hollywood celebrities.How he is not angry with people but angry on their behalf!Myths busted.A surprising analogy for weight loss.Why some foods fill you up and some don't.Why vegans get very upset with him.Why modern day food is addictive.The strange objection from most people given modern day time saving devices.The crazy average time per day we spend looking at our phones.His thoughts on intermittent fasting - the good and bad way to do it.Why being on Oprah was a low point!The real reason he does all this. It's poignant.The side effects of weight loss jabs.Reach out for more information here: www.vinnietortorich.com Support the show Has this podcast inspired you and would you like to learn more? You can reach out to Lucy, love coach, relationship counsellor, couples counsellor extraordinaire and author of "How to have extraordinary relationships with absolutely everybody"..... On:http://www.lucycavendishlovecoach.com/

    58 min

  4. APR 14

    Rethinking anxiety from fear to strength -Dr. Sian Williams | S5 E5

    Dr Sian Williams is a Welsh journalist, broadcaster, and Chartered Counselling Psychologist, best known for her long career in British television and radio. She spent over a decade as a presenter on BBC Breakfast and later became the lead anchor of Channel 5 News, building a reputation as one of the UK’s most trusted news faces.  Alongside her broadcasting career, she retrained in psychology, earning a doctorate in Counselling Psychology and working within the NHS and private practice to support people dealing with trauma, stress, and anxiety.  Her latest book is The Sunday Times Best Seller, The Power of Anxiety: How to Ride the Worry Wave. It’s a practical book about living well with anxiety, recognising and nurturing our unique and powerful sensitivity and learning to understand how anxiety can work for and against us. Because as Jon Kabat Zinn says - we can’t stop the waves but we can learn to surf.  Praise for the book: ‘As a champion catastrophizer, I can confirm that this book is a godsend’ Dawn French ‘A must read and a great companion’ Zoe Ball ‘Terrific... If I could eat a book it would be this one’ Derren Brown ‘A wise, warm, compassionate guide to living well with anxiety’ Emma Freud ‘A chill pill in book form’ Kathy Lette Dr Sian now combines both worlds, presenting programmes such as BBC Radio 4’s Life Changing while also writing and speaking on mental health.  A rare hybrid of newsroom calm and therapy-room empathy, she’s essentially someone who’s spent a lifetime telling stories… and now helps people rewrite their own. How we all live with anxiety to some degree.How (particularly since Covid) it has been easier to withdraw.The amygdalae and how they operate in the body.Three different types of people and their optimal environments.How self silencing will ultimately damage us.A beautiful thought for the next generation.A story about a drummer in a famous band.How shame and blame have no place in self care and mental health.Why she cut back on the TV work after retraining and the healthy mix she has now.Her breast cancer journey (spoiler alert, happy ending)The 3 C's and their importance.To hear Sian on the radio google "Sian Williams Radio 3, and Sian Williams Radio 4" Her book is available here Support the show Has this podcast inspired you and would you like to learn more? You can reach out to Lucy, love coach, relationship counsellor, couples counsellor extraordinaire and author of "How to have extraordinary relationships with absolutely everybody"..... On:http://www.lucycavendishlovecoach.com/

    1h 2m

  5. APR 7

    The Cost Of Religious Shame (and breaking free) with Jessica Pratezina | S5 E4

    Jessica Pratezina is a coach and speaker who helps people reconnect with their confidence, identity, and sense of freedom. After leaving a strict religious upbringing, she embarked on a deeply personal journey of self-discovery—reclaiming her voice, her autonomy, and her relationship with her own sexuality. Today, Jessica works with clients to break free from limiting beliefs, challenge ingrained narratives, and step into a more authentic, empowered version of themselves—with honesty, warmth, and a refreshing sense of realness. Key points of the episode: What is was like growing up in a "high demand religious group"How traditional Christian groups would not have accepted them as "Christian"....and how they thought they had the "only" truth.The stress of being "different""Benevolent sexism"- and purity culture - and how it hides behind virtue.Her lucky move into Christianity, and why she left it - and her job.The kind of relationships that are fun and desirable to her now.Her dating experiences. Support the show Has this podcast inspired you and would you like to learn more? You can reach out to Lucy, love coach, relationship counsellor, couples counsellor extraordinaire and author of "How to have extraordinary relationships with absolutely everybody"..... On:http://www.lucycavendishlovecoach.com/

    52 min

  6. MAR 31

    Do You Ever Feel Life Is Pointless? Surviving Existential Dread with therapist and author Philippe Tahon | S5 E3

    Philippe Tahon is a London-based psychotherapist, coach, and author who specialises in transforming people’s relationship with food, body image, and self-worth. Originally from Belgium, Philippe made a bold career shift from running restaurants to becoming one of Europe’s most sought-after therapists, following his own deeply personal journey with weight and self-image.  With over two decades of experience, he’s developed a unique, psychology-led approach to weight loss that goes far beyond diets—helping clients address the emotional patterns behind their habits and create lasting change.  As the author of Shrink: The Diet for the Mind and host of “Shrink: The Podcast for the Mind,” Philippe blends insight, honesty, and compassion to challenge conventional thinking and help people feel better not just in their bodies—but in their lives.  Key points of the episode: The most common problem his clients are experiencing.When he thinks it all began.How he helps people with their anxieties. (Small things)Looking for safety and comfort in all the wrong places.Why is it so important to know the answer to "Who Am I?"His thoughts on AI.Should we play so safe?Reach out online :www.philippetahon.com Support the show Has this podcast inspired you and would you like to learn more? You can reach out to Lucy, love coach, relationship counsellor, couples counsellor extraordinaire and author of "How to have extraordinary relationships with absolutely everybody"..... On:http://www.lucycavendishlovecoach.com/

    46 min

  7. MAR 25

    Decode dating and ditch the duds with Burned Haystack Method’s Jennie Young Part 2 | S5 E2

    Jennie Young returns to the podcast for a second time. Jennie is a professor of rhetoric, writer and cultural critic known for her sharp, witty take on modern dating and communication. She’s the creator of the “Burned Haystack Dating Method,” a bold approach that helps people cut through the chaos of dating apps by recognising the hidden signals in language and behaviour.  She’s also the author of the new book Burn the Haystack, which turns that method into a smart, practical guide for navigating dating, spotting manipulation, and trusting your instincts in the modern relationship jungle. Key points of the episode: The new book and it's release date in the UK.How the book came about.How her academic specialism lends itself beautifully to dating."Rhetorical patterns", what are they?The definition of "drama" - the correct one.How she became mystified, confused and eventually angry on the dating apps.How all the apps are "gameified"Her "rules" in Burned Haystack - and why.The common dating patterns to avoid and how they are broken down in the book.An example......Partner in crime? Yay? Nay?Walk and a pint in the pub... acceptable?It's a numbers game... is it?Her own experience with her own method."Thinslicing"- what it is.Her coping mechanism for criticism.You can find the Facebook group here. Support the show Has this podcast inspired you and would you like to learn more? You can reach out to Lucy, love coach, relationship counsellor, couples counsellor extraordinaire and author of "How to have extraordinary relationships with absolutely everybody"..... On:http://www.lucycavendishlovecoach.com/

    56 min

  8. MAR 17

    Navigating Modern Womanhood - editor and founder of welldoing.org Louise Chunn on midlife identity | S5 E1

    Louise Chunn is a British journalist, author and former magazine editor best known for her influential career in women’s media. She served as editor of Cosmopolitan UK during the late 1990s, helping shape the magazine’s modern voice around careers, relationships and independence for young women. After leaving mainstream publishing, Chunn founded Welldoing, a platform connecting people with therapists and promoting accessible mental-health support. She has also written several books exploring midlife, identity and modern womanhood, including Welcome to the Jungle, which examines how women navigate the opportunities and challenges of midlife. Today, Chunn is a writer, speaker and advocate for mental health and positive ageing, known for combining sharp journalism with thoughtful commentary on life beyond the traditional career and life milestones. Key points of the episode: Welldoing. What is it?The biggest change therapy underwent and when.What clients are wanting more and more of at the moment.How working life can be amazing, and sometimes can be too much.A new attitude from young people towards work.Her thoughts on later working life and some ideas of great things to do.Her trip to Silicon Valley, and what it taught her.The astounding amount of people that have found a therapist through Welldoing.Some musings on the future.Reach out to learn more on Welldoing. You Tube Channel Support the show Has this podcast inspired you and would you like to learn more? You can reach out to Lucy, love coach, relationship counsellor, couples counsellor extraordinaire and author of "How to have extraordinary relationships with absolutely everybody"..... On:http://www.lucycavendishlovecoach.com/

    52 min
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Well we have all wondered about it haven't we?And "Relationship" is a big word. Because if you think about it, we all have a relationship with everything don't we?Join us for fun facts, deep dives and every conceivable mind broadening angle of relationships.Reach out to Lucy on www.lucycavendishlovecoach.com

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