10 Minutes to Save Your Marriage
Summary: A comedy writer (Breakwell) and a REAL psychologist (Olivas) tackle relationship questions and concerns in a funny yet meaningful way -- and they do it all in 10 minutes! Submit YOUR questions to JamesBreakwell@ExplodingUnicorn.com
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A woman writes in to say she has recently moved, and does not yet feel safe in her new apartment. She wants a big dog for security, and asks if this is a good idea--and when she might start to feel more settled in her new dwelling.
A listener writes in to ask how to handle a common problem in their family: when her father-in-law comes to visit, he doesn't "take the hint" and leave when it's time for everyone to go to bed. She and her husband have struggled with knowing how to handle the situation gracefully. James and Dr. Steve have some ideas--what do YOU think?
A listener follows up to say we gave good advice in the past--so presents another family issue: how to contain (or put up with?) a brother who has a habit of saying what's on his mind...unfiltered. James and Dr. Steve dive into this new question, and give advice like only they can!
A listener writes in to say she is upset about how her husband parents. She describes both hers and his styles, and asks what we think. James and Dr. Steve are never ones to sit silently, so listen in as we talk about our OWN styles while we answer her question!
A wife writes in to say her husband continues to give expensive gifts, despite her telling him not to--both to save money AND because it makes her feel obligated to respond in kind. Listen in as James and Dr. Steve disagree wholeheartedly about the meaning and the recommended course of action!
Years ago, a wife moved to another country to be with her husband. Now she's struggling with guilt over wanting him to move back to her home. James and Dr. Steve break it down and give some advice. What would YOU say?
We got mail! Feedback from a previous episode filters into the TMTSYM Mailbag--and it's good news! Listen in and marvel at how James and Dr. Steve CAN give good advice, and how the letter-writer's relationship has been made better.
After one of the worst cold-opens in podcast history, James and Dr. Steve salvage the episode with a good question and a controversial answer
A listener is disappointed that her relationship with a guy abroad lost its pizzazz once they moved in together. James and Dr. Steve do their best to break down the dynamics of relationships that develop in a geographically diverse way.
A listener's girlfriend wants to meet an ex to finalize a few things... and the listener has concerns about her intentions. James and Dr. Steve dig in and explore possibilities as well as give advice--although both co-hosts come from very different perspectives! See who you agree with...
A listener writes in to say that she and her boyfriend had a solid relationship--while they were long distance. Once they moved in together, things deadened in the bedroom, and there came some friction. Listen to the advice James and Dr. Steve give, and see what YOU would tell a friend with the same concerns...
James and Dr. Steve look back at some of the highs and lows of 120+ episodes--all in an effort to give you the best relationship advice possible!
What to do when you find yourself in a toxic workplace scenario? Listen in and see if you agree...
The title says it all -- a listener is curious about the etiquette of remaining in touch with her brother's ex-wife. James and Dr. Steve had a pretty clear idea of how to answer this one...
A listener writes in and wonders if his feelings for an ex will hamper his involvement with a new woman he is dating. A common problem, but troubling nonetheless. Listen in and see if you agree with James and Dr. Steve as we analyze and advise.