Respected & Connected: Create a More Intimate, Collaborative Relationship

Sharon Costanzo
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Respected & Connected: Create a More Intimate, Collaborative Relationship

Respected & Connected is the podcast that helps you create more collaboration & intimacy in your romantic relationships. We're here to explore the complexities of modern love, challenge the common biases and assumptions about what it takes to make a marriage work, and seek a more balanced and empowering approach to relationship challenges.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    151. Navigating Insecure Attachment with Bev Mitelman

    Have you ever wondered how your past relationships have shaped your emotional responses to your partner?  This episode explores the four different relationship attachment styles. Our Guest today is Bev Mitelman M.A., the founder of Securely Loved. Bev and Sharon dive into attachment styles, and how those subconscious patterns affect how we perceive conflict with our loved ones. Learn about the four key relationship attachment styles; Secure, Anxious Preoccupied, Fearful Avoidant, and Dismissive Avoidant; hear Bev explain how these attachment style form, what patterns they cause us to fall into, and how being aware of your style can allow you to connect more effectively with loved ones.  Bev’s Links:  https://www.SecurelyLoved.com   Website and Linktree:  Connect with Sharon Website: https://www.respectedandconnected.com Connect on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/respected_and_connected Connect on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RespectedConnected Schedule a breakthrough call: https://respectedandconnected.com/gridlock   Voice Over, Mixing and Mastering Credits: L. Connor Voice - LConnorvoice@gmail.com Lconnorvoice.com   Music Credits:  Happy Growth - Music Radio Creative

    54 min

  2. NOV 12

    150. Disappointment Detox: How to Handle Letdowns in Relationships

    Tired of feeling let down or resentful in your relationships?  This episode explores the hidden power of disappointment. Sharon dives deep into common mistakes we make when dealing with unmet expectations.  Learn practical skills like the "Feedback Wheel" and "Soft Startup" to transform conflict into connection. Discover how to avoid unhealthy coping mechanisms and communicate your needs effectively, even after betrayals or during life transitions.   Website and Linktree:  Connect with Sharon Website: https://www.respectedandconnected.com Connect on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/respected_and_connected Connect on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RespectedConnected Schedule a breakthrough call: https://respectedandconnected.com/gridlock   Voice Over, Mixing and Mastering Credits: L. Connor Voice - LConnorvoice@gmail.com http://www.lconnorvoice.com   Music Credits:  Happy Growth - Music Radio Creative

    31 min

  3. NOV 5

    149. Connection, Boundaries, & Unconditional Love with Zach Beach

    Is unconditional love a worthwhile aspiration or an unrealistic expectation? In this episode, Zach Beach shares his insights on the concept of unconditional love and how it can be navigated alongside the necessary boundaries in various relationships. He emphasizes the importance of setting intentions and aspirations, the significance of integrating both the relative and absolute aspects of our human experience, and the necessity of maintaining boundaries as a form of self-love. Zach also explores the roles of the heart and mind in understanding life's challenges, accountability, and the evolutionary aspect of social connections.   Website and Linktree:  Connect with Sharon Website: https://www.respectedandconnected.com Connect on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/respected_and_connected Connect on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RespectedConnected Schedule a free call: https://respectedandconnected.com/contact   Connect with Zach Beach Zach’s Website: https://www.zachbeach.com/ Zach on Instagram: Learn to Love Podcast: https://www.zachbeach.com/podcasts/ Living front the Heart Podcast: https://www.zachbeach.com/series/living-from-the-heart/   Voice Over, Mixing and Mastering Credits: L. Connor Voice - LConnorvoice@gmail.com Lconnorvoice.com   Music Credits:  Happy Growth - Music Radio Creative

    39 min

  4. OCT 29

    148. Setting Reasonable Expectations in Intimate Relationships

    Do you ever hold back in asking for what you want in your relationship because you’re not sure if your expectations are reasonable? I hear this all the time. And while I sometimes think that people do have unrealistic expectations of their intimate relationships, I also think that we’re asking the wrong question. In this episode, we discuss:  A few guiding principles for understanding and communicating your expectations How to be more thoughtful about how you communicate and negotiate getting your needs met The two types of partnership issues and how to address them Differentiating between needs and strategies for a more satisfying relationship   Website and Linktree:  Connect with Sharon Website: https://www.respectedandconnected.com Connect on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/respected_and_connected Connect on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RespectedConnected Schedule a free call: https://respectedandconnected.com/contact   Sharon’s Travel Agent - Jessica Facer https://www.wanderpodtravel.com/   Voice Over, Mixing and Mastering Credits: L. Connor Voice - LConnorvoice@gmail.com Lconnorvoice.com   Music Credits:  Happy Growth - Music Radio Creative

    22 min

  5. OCT 22

    147. Helping Men Understand Changing Needs & Expectations in Modern Relationships with Kristal DeSantis

    Men…do you know what your partner needs to feel safe & provided for in today’s relationships? Because it has changed. Kristal DeSantis is a marriage and family therapist who specializes in men’s issues. She’s the author of the book Strong: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man. And she’s on the podcast today to talk about some of the ideas and concepts she’s learned from working with men and helping them navigate intimate relationships. Topics discussed:  How expectations for intimate relationship have changed What do women mean when they say they want a partner instead of a provider? Why traditional therapy has not adequately addressed men’s issues Specific skills for creating safety in today’s relationships   Website and Linktree:  Free Guide: How to Talk to Your Partner About Getting Help With your Relationship Respectedandconnected.com/coupleswork   Connect with Sharon Website: https://www.respectedandconnected.com Connect on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/respected_and_connected Connect on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RespectedConnected Schedule a free call: https://respectedandconnected.com/contact   Connect with Kristal: Website: https://www.strong.love/ Buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Strong-Relationship-Field-Guide-Modern/dp/1959099027   Voice Over, Mixing and Mastering Credits: L. Connor Voice - LConnorvoice@gmail.com Lconnorvoice.com   Music Credits:  Happy Growth - Music Radio Creative

    37 min

  6. OCT 15

    146. Navigating Challenging Phases of Relationships: Shifting From Power Struggle to Mature Love

    What do you do when you’re doing your best to use good relationship skills and your partner isn’t responding well? If you’ve ever felt like things go wrong no matter how hard you try, this episode is for you. Topics discussed:  Understanding relationship phases - love without knowledge, knowledge without love, and knowing love Identifying common reactions to unmet expectations Choosing healthier strategies for effective communication The importance of patience and persistence in the process of change Website and Linktree:  Connect with Sharon Website: https://www.respectedandconnected.com Connect on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/respected_and_connected Connect on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RespectedConnected Schedule a free call: https://respectedandconnected.com/contact   Voice Over, Mixing and Mastering Credits: L. Connor Voice - LConnorvoice@gmail.com Lconnorvoice.com   Music Credits:  Happy Growth - Music Radio Creative

    29 min

  7. OCT 8

    145. The Enneagram as a Tool for Relationship Growth with Laurel Roberts-Meese

    Have you ever used a personality test to help you understand your partner or your relationship better? Today’s guest Laurel Roberts-Meese is a therapist who uses the enneagram with individuals and couples to help them understand their fears, motivations, and behaviors better. Topics discussed:  The nine enneagram types, their fears, and motivations The enneagram as a trauma informed personality typing system Understanding conflicts in a couple through the lens of the enneagram How understanding each person’s fears and motivations can help couples navigate conflict more effectively Website and Linktree:  Connect with Sharon Website: https://www.respectedandconnected.com Connect on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/respected_and_connected Connect on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RespectedConnected Schedule a free call: https://respectedandconnected.com/contact Connect with Laurel Laurel Therapy Collective Website: https://www.laureltherapy.net/   Voice Over, Mixing and Mastering Credits: L. Connor Voice - LConnorvoice@gmail.com Lconnorvoice.com   Music Credits:  Happy Growth - Music Radio Creative

    48 min

  8. OCT 1

    144. Avoiding Relationship Ruts: How and When to Get Help

    One question that I get often as a relationship coach is - when should someone see a professional for help with their relationship? A lot of us have an idea of the BIG things that end most relationships like abuse and infidelity, but what about everything else? What about couples that just feel stuck, aren’t feeling close, fight too much…but don’t know if things are bad enough to warrant investing in getting help? As a relationship coach, I’m a huge advocate for getting help before you’re in crisis. And today I want to talk a little bit more about how to know if you need support, especially if you’re feeling stuck and there are no huge glaring issues in your relationship. Topics discussed:  When to seek professional help for your relationship Understanding common relationship issues The increasing occurrence of “grey divorce” Recognizing unhealthy conflict patterns The importance of early intervention for addressing relationship challenges The role of a couples coach or therapist   Website and Linktree:  Free Guide: How to Talk to Your Partner About Getting Help With your Relationship Respectedandconnected.com/coupleswork   Connect with Sharon Website: https://www.respectedandconnected.com Connect on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/respected_and_connected Connect on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RespectedConnected Schedule a free call: https://respectedandconnected.com/contact   Voice Over, Mixing and Mastering Credits: L. Connor Voice - LConnorvoice@gmail.com Lconnorvoice.com   Music Credits:  Happy Growth - Music Radio Creative

    24 min
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Respected & Connected is the podcast that helps you create more collaboration & intimacy in your romantic relationships. We're here to explore the complexities of modern love, challenge the common biases and assumptions about what it takes to make a marriage work, and seek a more balanced and empowering approach to relationship challenges.

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