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Relationship advice from the best couples therapists, relationship experts and world-leaders in relationship science! Hosted by Tim Johnson, CEO and co-founder of Couply: The App for Couples. Couply App helps 400,000 couples build an incredible relationship that lasts forever.

04/25/2024

Can You Be Happy Single? | Elaine Hoan PhD Researcher

Elaine Hoan, a researcher studying singlehood and wellbeing, discusses the trends and factors affecting singles. She explores the question of who has better sex, singles or partnered people, and explains that research suggests partnered people tend to have higher quality and more frequent sex. Elaine also highlights the rising rates of unmarried individuals and the reasons why people are choosing to stay single, including career goals and economic factors. She delves into the personality traits of singles, such as introversion, lower conscientiousness, and higher neuroticism, and emphasizes that happiness should not be the sole measure of a meaningful life. The conversation explores the cultural value of extroversion, interpreting low energy responses, not taking things personally, tips for introverted singles, meeting partners through hobbies and interests, Elaine's origin story of meeting her partner through a video game and the impact of online communities on relationships. Connect with Elaine https://twitter.com/elaine_hoan?lang=en Download Couply https://couply.page.link/podcast The best couples app to help your relationship. Couples quizzes, ask a new question every day and a long-distance mode to keep you connected. We have a TON of FREE content to help you build trust, improve communication and invest in your relationship skills. Chapters 00:00 Introductions 00:09 Researching Singles and Sex 03:19 Trends in Singleness and Wellness 04:11 Reasons for Choosing Singleness 05:29 Economic Benefits and Discrimination 07:28 Personality Types and Singleness 15:07 Personality Profile of Singles 26:33 Using Personality Traits to Navigate Singleness 28:14 The Cultural Value of Extroversion 29:00 Interpreting Low Energy Responses 30:26 Not Taking Things Personally 32:29 Tips for Introverted Singles 33:24 Meeting Partners through Hobbies and Interests 34:04 Elaine's got game: Meeting Her Partner through the League of Legends Video Game 36:47 The Impact of Online Communities on Relationships 43:44 Gender Differences in Happiness 46:24 The Emotional Intelligence Challenge for Men 54:39 The Impact of Technology and Online Communities on Singleness 59:06 Elaine's Personal Journey: Meeting a Partner through League of Legends TLDR: Takeaways Partnered people tend to have higher quality and more frequent sex compared to singles. The number of unmarried individuals is rising globally, and people are choosing to stay single for various reasons, including career goals and economic factors. Singles tend to have different personality traits, such as introversion, lower conscientiousness, and higher neuroticism, but this does not mean their lives are less meaningful. Happiness should not be the sole measure of a meaningful life, and singles can navigate their singleness by understanding their personality traits and focusing on what brings them fulfillment. Extroverted people tend to be happier in various cultures, and there is a cultural value placed on extroversion. Interpreting low energy responses from others can be challenging, but it's important not to take it personally and consider other factors. Being single does not mean there is something wrong with you, and it's important to focus on personal well-being! For introverted singles, getting involved in hobbies and interests can be a great way to meet potential partners. Technology and online communities can facilitate connections and relationships, but it's important to be cautious and maintain in-person interactions. Gender differences exist in happiness, with women generally reporting higher levels of happiness when single. Men face challenges in developing emotional intelligence and social skills, which can impact their relationships. The impact of technology on singleness is complex, with potential benefits and risks. Personal experiences of meeting partners through technology can vary, and trust and communication are crucial in online relationships.

1h 1m
04/16/2024

How to know FOR SURE they are THE ONE? | Aleeza Ben Shalom

Aleeza Ben Shalom, a matchmaker and relationship coach, shares insights on moving from matchmaking to finding clarity in relationships. She emphasizes the importance of getting real, getting married, and staying married. Aleeza discusses the initial signs and feelings that indicate potential in a relationship, highlighting the need to look beyond immediate chemistry. She suggests focusing on shared values, aligned personalities, and the ability to handle each other's fears and quirks. Aleeza also advises setting a timeline for making a commitment and emphasizes the significance of small gestures and qualities in a partner. In this conversation, Aleeza Ben Shalom discusses the challenges of making decisions about relationships and finding a soulmate. She emphasizes the importance of soulmate clarity, which involves understanding one's values, needs, and goals, and comparing them to those of the person one is dating. Aleeza also highlights the time pressure many people feel when it comes to finding a partner and starting a family. She provides insights into deal breakers in relationships and advises accepting a partner as they are, without expecting them to change. Aleeza shares tips for maintaining a strong bond in a relationship, including playfulness, communication, and creating special moments together. She also talks about the balance between her public persona and her personal life, and the importance of prioritizing quality time with her husband. Keywords matchmaking, finding clarity, relationship, marriage, shared values, aligned personalities, fears, quirks, commitment, small gestures, relationship decisions, soulmate clarity, time pressure, deal breakers, accepting a partner, maintaining a strong bond, playfulness, communication, balance Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Aleeza Ben Shalom 01:01 Moving from matchmaking to finding clarity 01:32 Initial signs and feelings when meeting someone 03:27 Signs that indicate a potential lifelong relationship 04:39 The danger of trying to change someone 05:09 The importance of early judgments and snap decisions 06:11 The warning sign of immediate chemistry 08:44 The importance of taking time to make a decision 11:25 The different phases of a relationship 13:13 The timeline for making a decision 15:03 The scarcity of finding a compatible partner 16:23 The importance of valuing and appreciating your partner 23:44 The importance of small gems in a relationship 25:10 Creating diamonds in a relationship under pressure 27:31 Common doubts and cracks in relationships 28:58 Feeling Pressure to Make a Decision 30:35 Soulmate Clarity 32:43 The Grass is Always Greener 34:38 Deal Breakers 38:11 The Good and the Other 41:49 Black Flags and Red Flags 44:11 Keeping the Bond Strong 48:17 Balancing Fame and Relationship 52:31 What's Next for Aleeza

54 min
04/11/2024

The KEYS Improving Your Communication in Relationships | Decoding Couples

Rachel and Stacey, the Decoding Couples duo, discuss common challenges in relationships, such as feeling unseen and unheard, and living in different realities. They emphasize the importance of understanding attachment styles and how they shape our relationships. They also provide insights on effective communication, including taking self-inflicted timeouts and taking responsibility for our own actions. Repairing arguments and conflicts is crucial, and they recommend owning up to our mistakes and showing genuine remorse. Listeners can follow them on Instagram and listen to their podcast, as well as explore their online course, Relationship Roadmap. Meet the Decoding Couple Duo: Youtube @decodingcouples Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/decoding_couples/ Courses and content: https://snipfeed.co/decodingcouples Download Couply https://couply.page.link/podcast Takeaways One of the most common challenges in relationships is feeling unseen and unheard by our partner. Living in different realities can occur when there are small transgressions and a lack of repair in the relationship. Attachment styles formed in childhood greatly influence our adult relationships and can trigger positive or negative attachment patterns. Self-inflicted timeouts can be effective in managing conflicts, but it's important to communicate the intention and timeframe for the timeout. Taking responsibility for our own actions and showing genuine remorse is crucial for repairing arguments and conflicts in relationships. Keywords relationship challenges, feeling unseen and unheard, different realities, attachment styles, effective communication, self-inflicted timeouts, taking responsibility, repairing arguments, online course Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:45 Common challenges in relationships 03:02 Steps leading to living in different realities 06:41 The role of attachment in relationships 08:04 The cycle of communication 11:25 The communication chart 13:30 Real-life examples of communication cycles 16:57 Repairing after an argument 20:23 Understanding your attachment style 23:08 Self-regulation and self-soothing 25:23 Creating timeouts in communication 30:40 Repairing after a hard conversation 32:30 Upcoming events and where to find more

29 min
04/03/2024

Solving Male Sexual Performance Issues | Keeley Rankin

Summary In this conversation, Tim Johnson interviews Keeley Rankin, a sex and relationship coach, about male performance issues. They discuss the three main male performance struggles: premature ejaculation, delayed ejaculation, and erectile dysfunction. Reach her here: https://www.keeleyrankin.com/ Keeley explains that early ejaculation is often caused by anxiety and teaches clients how to be present in their bodies and let arousal flow. Delayed orgasm is a complex issue related to trust, fantasy, and touch. Erectile dysfunction can be caused by performance pressure, relationship issues, or medical factors. Keeley also mentions the impact of porn use and the importance of learning what feels pleasurable. In this conversation, Keeley Rankin and Tim Johnson discuss the challenges and experiences of men with erectile dysfunction (ED) and early ejaculation. They explore the importance of communication and understanding in relationships, the impact of societal expectations and pressures, and the need for self-reflection and personal growth. Keeley shares her five-step method for addressing early ejaculation, which includes breathwork, connecting with sensations in the body, and exploring fantasies. They also touch on the role of trust and the potential impact of childhood experiences on sexual struggles. Keeley emphasizes the importance of expanding one's toolkit and finding pleasure in the entire body. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Stories 00:51 Exploring Sexuality and Overcoming Intimacy Issues 02:38 The Impact of Sex Events and Workshops 04:48 The Importance of Open Conversations about Sex 07:43 Society's Views on Sex and the Need for Education 09:11 The Desire for More Adventure in the Bedroom 10:49 Exploring Sexual Fantasies 13:59 Understanding Male Performance Issues 16:25 Causes and Solutions for Erectile Dysfunction 23:27 Causes and Solutions for Premature Ejaculation 25:47 Causes and Solutions for Delayed Ejaculation 33:33 Tips for Men and Partners Dealing with Erectile Dysfunction 35:32 Opening up the conversation about attraction and desire 36:30 The implications of not getting an erection 39:24 The five-step method for addressing early ejaculation 46:47 Sensation categories and connecting with the body 50:08 The need for new tools in sexual relationships 55:51 Trust issues and delayed ejaculation 56:47 Upcoming course and conclusion 58:27 Couply Outro - SD 480p.mp4 Keywords male performance issues, premature ejaculation, delayed ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, anxiety, trust, fantasy, touch, porn use, pleasure, erectile dysfunction, early ejaculation, communication, relationships, societal expectations, pressures, self-reflection, personal growth, breathwork, sensations, fantasies, trust, childhood experiences, pleasure.

59 min
03/26/2024

Communication Skills in Relationships | Kiersty Xavier

Kiersty is a therapist and content creator. You can discover her at @Ikarus_mind on instagram and her website www.ikarusmind.com In this episode we talk about values, communication and answer some of the Couply community member questions. 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:53 Unburdening: Working with People Who Were Dying 03:55 Finding Meaning and Purpose in Life 10:08 Values and Communication 18:01 Triggers and Interpretation 26:08 Blame Cycles and Repetitive Patterns 32:56 Breaking Out of Blame Cycles 34:21 The Power of Acknowledgment, Recognition, and Action 35:23 Balancing Feelings and Actions 36:10 The Stories We Tell Ourselves 37:09 The Impact of Jealousy and Accusations 38:12 Internalizing Stories and Beliefs 39:21 The Influence of Stories on Actions 40:15 Resolving Deeply Held Patterns and Limiting Beliefs 41:37 The Impact of Limiting Beliefs on Relationships 42:20 The Power of Beliefs in Dating 43:16 Chores and Relationship Patterns 44:43 Creating Accountability and Clear Expectations 47:21 The Importance of Organization and Communication in Relationships 49:32 Choosing Your Battles and Effective Communication 51:53 Addressing Issues in a Relationship 58:49 Dealing with a Partner Who is Unwilling to Change

1h 4m
03/18/2024

10 Stories to Transform Your Life | Jason VanRuler

Jason VanRuler is a licensed therapist, coach, author and content creator who helps people to have the relationships they most desire and utilizes their past as a tool for their future. His book: Get Past Your Past: How Facing Your Broken Places Leads to True Connection is a fantastic read. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Book Release 03:39 Realizations and Moving Forward 06:11 The Importance of Expressing Feelings 09:21 The Impact of Childhood Experiences on Relationships 13:13 The Value We Assign to Ourselves 19:25 Dealing with Rock Bottom 23:39 The Consequences of Stifling Feelings 26:28 The Importance of Self-Forgiveness 29:26 Love as a Ferrari or a Bear 33:35 The Complexity of Relationships 38:26 Acceptance and Change in Relationships 39:44 The Flip Side of What We Want 42:19 The Power of Community 43:03 Dramatic Changes vs. Long-Term Growth 44:19 Courage and External Validation

47 min
03/14/2024

Secrets to Relationship Success | Tim Johnson

In this webinar, the guest is... me! I'm Tim Johnson, the founder of Couply. In this episode you get to listen in on a Couply webinar. What Will You Learn How trust and commitment serve as the foundation of a thriving relationship. The importance of understanding and admiration for your partner in forging a strong connection. Techniques for effective communication, including active listening and how to respond to bids of connection. The process of building love maps and the significance of understanding your partner's needs and desires for a fulfilling relationship. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Purpose of Couply 01:31 Relationship as a Crafted Ship 04:53 Understanding and Admiring Your Partner 06:35 Communication and Setting Boundaries 07:35 Positive Perspective and Managing Conflict 08:35 Making Life Dreams Come True 09:29 Building Rituals of Connection 10:56 Understanding Differences Between Men and Women 12:52 Communication Styles of Men and Women 15:20 The Importance of Love Maps 22:18 The A.R.E. Theory and Understanding Your Partner 23:46 The Four Horsemen of the Relationship Apocalypse 28:10 Building Love Maps and Effective Communication 35:11 Conclusion and Call to Action

37 min
03/12/2024

10 Relationship Psychology Myths | Joe Nucci

Joe Nucci is a psychotherapist seeing his industry devolve into psychobabble right in front of our eyes. Join Tim and Joe as we decipher 10 myths of what kind of relationship psychology information is helpful for you and what isn’t. Find out more about Joe: Joe Nucci's Therapy vs The World Podcast. Joe Nucci Instagram Joe Nucci Tiktok 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:43 Neurodivergent Label vs Normal Variance 09:25 Your Ex is Definitely a Narcissist 16:38 The Cult of Trauma vs Something from Our Past 26:38 Therapeutic Language vs Emotional Intelligence 29:49 Is It Love Bombing or Is It Actually Love? 44:45 Taking it Slow and Avoiding Rushed Intimacy 46:23 The Dilemma of Human Intimacy 47:50 Balancing Individuality and Togetherness 50:33 The Timing and Nature of Intimacy 52:05 The Loneliness Epidemic and Building Relationships 58:47 Pathological Compassion and the Need for Growth 01:06:24 End

1h 6m

Relationship advice from the best couples therapists, relationship experts and world-leaders in relationship science! Hosted by Tim Johnson, CEO and co-founder of Couply: The App for Couples. Couply App helps 400,000 couples build an incredible relationship that lasts forever.

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