Relationships
In "Relationships", we aim to provide guidance on cultivating strong and meaningful connections. We cover various aspects, from mastering emotional resilience and prioritising friendships to handling conflicts constructively. Through blogs and podcasts, we share ideas for improving interpersonal relationships, emphasising the value of showing up for others and understanding the impact of technology on our social interactions. This section aims to help you build supportive and enriching relationships in your personal and professional life.
Today, we have a fascinating guest who will be sharing her insights on the courage to create. Emelia Silva is an artist and songwriter with a degree in Global Jazz Studies from UCLA. She has been singing across various genres for the past 18 years.
This is the third episode in our series on trust, and today we will explore another essential building block: motive.
Chiara Degenfeld is joining us for part III of the Theology of the Body series, where we will explore why being engaged is so special.
Any time we experience a conflict in our marriage, whether it’s over something big or small, we may be aware of all the things we shouldn’t do. However, when things get tense and heated, all reason can go out the window - unless we have some strategies in place of what we should do instead!
This is the second podcast in this series called "How Can I Build Trust", and in this podcast, we're going to dig into the first essential building block, which we touched on briefly in the last podcast, which is listening and understanding.
Chiara Denegald is joining us again today for part II of the Theology of the Body series. Today's topic, we will address the difficult topic of porn and how it can affect your relationship.
For all the married ladies out there, were you ever taught how to best argue with your spouse?! On your wedding day you might not have pictured your future self arguing with the man of your dreams, but there’s the ideal and then there’s the reality. We’re only humans after all. We aren’t perfect and there will come a time when conflict and arguments arise.
Recently I asked my youngest daughter if she was excited about starting back to school. Like most little children, she lives completely in the present and it took her a moment or two to even consider what it might be like following the routine of a school day again. Eventually she said “it’ll be nice to see my friends again.”
Your body expresses who you are. In today's podcast we discuss why desires are good.
This is a question we may find ourselves asking frequently. Or indeed, another way of approaching it is - am I an easy person to be around? Because let’s face it, upbeat and optimistic people are easier to be around.
Whether in our personal, professional, or spiritual lives, trust is the foundation of meaningful relationships and self-growth.
When I was a child, my grandmother would often ask us “Are we having FUN yet?”, with the emphasis on fun.
Screens are here to stay and while there are huge advantages there are also huge risks for our young people. As a parent, it is increasingly difficult to know where the lines should be drawn, given technology’s undeniable impact on their social connections, sense of identity, education and emotional well-being.
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Erika Bachiochi - a distinguished legal scholar, mother, wife, and feminist. Erika shares with us her experience of addiction as a teen, her intellectual search for truth and the healing power of relationships.
How easy is it to parent calmly? If I had a penny for every time I lost the head with my children I would be filthy rich. Parenting is tough!
Looking back on it now, I don't think I really knew what to expect when I got married. The man I had chosen to spend the rest of my life with was my best friend, and a part of me believed that once we were married, life would be perfect.
Are virtues and vices relevant today? Listen to the 5 practical tips to develop virtues in your life.
Emotional intimacy isn’t something that happens overnight; we could spend our whole married lives working towards it. Here are six things we can do in our marriages to cultivate stronger emotional intimacy:
In today’s podcast you will hear the secrets of a couple who are still together and in love after 58 years of marriage.
But when I talk about culture here, I’m referring to the beliefs and attitudes that permeate our homes - our own unique family culture that sets us apart and binds our family together. Here are 3 ways to begin building the culture in your family.
Join us in this insightful episode as we explore the fascinating concept of psychological immunity and the key elements that contribute to it. We dive deep into the question, 'What is psychological immunity?' to understand its importance and impact on our well-being.
Would you like Christmas 2023 to be more meaningful for you? If so, join us as we delve into the significance of Christmas beyond the gifts and festive lights. Learn about Mary’s unwavering faith and Joseph's acceptance of human limitations.
Although logistics and romance don’t seem at first glance to be a pleasant pairing, every married couple will inevitably have to try to accommodate both. Relationships at the outset tend to be all fun and flowers; however as time moves on and a couple get married, finances, shopping, house maintenance etc need to be considered. This becomes even more onerous when a couple have children, leaving little time for much needed shared fun and frolics.
What is the secret ingredient to a lasting and fulfilling marriage? Friendship. Sallyann O'Brien, our guest on our Guest podcast series uncovers the power of building a strong, genuine friendship as the bedrock for your marriage.
Join us to discover the crucial habits for building emotional resilience in our latest podcast. We explore why these habits are essential in navigating life's challenges, offering practical insights and strategies to cultivate mental fortitude.
Is it possible to enhance and nurture your friendships as an adult? Join us as we explore the dynamics and strategies for strengthening the bonds that matter most. Dive into the world of adult friendships as an adult, discover how to why and how to find time when you are time-poor.
I think there are only a small number of people who can embrace conflict and welcome it with open arms. Instead, most of us want to run at the first hint of a conflict. Conflict however is an integral part of everyday relations. It is endemic in every society and like everything else in life has a good and a bad side to it. However, conflict, when used wisely, can provide a huge opportunity for change and development.
Show up for the kids. Show up for one another. Show up for your friends. Show up because it’s worthwhile - even though you may not see the results of your ‘showing up’ right now. Sooner or later the outcome of all this will reveal itself in a life that is positive, inspiring and that will undoubtedly bear fruit in the lives of the people around you.
Do you feel as if your relationships are as good as they could be, or are they sometimes a little stuck?
Join us in this insightful episode as we explore the fascinating concept of psychological immunity and the key elements that contribute to it. We dive deep into the question, 'What is psychological immunity?' to understand its importance and impact on our well-being.