Best Mel And Tim Improv Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 270 - Navigating Faith Changes in Marriage: Graceful Paths Forward 19:11

2d ago19:11

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to this insightful episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, where hosts Tim and Ruth Olson explore the profound challenges faced when one partner walks away from shared faith. As licensed marriage and family therapists, they delve into the emotional c…

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Midlife Myths Busted: What Science Actually Says About Food & Aging | Dr. Federica Amati 1:14:30

1d ago1:14:30

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What if the secrets to vibrant aging lie in your daily dietary choices? In this myth-busting conversation, Dr. Federica Amati, author of Every Body Should Know This, reveals surprising truths about protein, calcium, and nurturing the gut-brain connection to stave off cognitive decline and more. You can find Federica at: Website | Instagram | ZOE Sc…

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Ep 269 - Anxiety vs. Overthinking: Unraveling the Mental Maze 15:57

4d ago15:57

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome back to the transformative journey on Mr. and Mrs. Therapy Podcast, where today, licensed therapists Tim and Ruth Olson dive into the complex web of anxiety and overthinking. In this episode, they explore the question: "Is this anxiety or am I…

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What Science Says About Reversing Brain Aging | Dr. Marc Milstein [Best of] 1:03:27

4d ago1:03:27

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Unleash the full potential of your brain at any age with Dr. Marc Milstein's revolutionary strategies. In this fascinating conversation, the Age-Proof Your Brain author reveals daily habits that combat memory loss, boost productivity, and help you live a longer, sharper life. Discover surprising truths about what really causes cognitive decline and…

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Ep 268 - Breaking Free from Survival Mode 16:56

9d ago16:56

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome back to Mr. and Mrs. Therapy Podcast! In this compelling episode, your hosts Tim and Ruth Olson, licensed marriage and family therapists, dive into the pervasive issue of "survival mode," a state many people unknowingly live in due to past tra…

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Why Your Brain is Begging You to Take a Break (and How to Do It Right) | Dr. Mithu Storoni 1:02:03

8d ago1:02:03

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Ever feel like the way you work is slowly grinding you down? In this mind-opening conversation, neuroscientist and author of Hyperefficient: Optimize Your Brain to Transform the Way You Work Mithu Storoni dismantles the industrial-age approach to work. She maps out a brain-aligned framework to tap into unseen wellsprings of energy, motivation and c…

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Ep 267 - Unmasking Relationship Conflicts: Surface vs. Story 18:42

11d ago18:42

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome back to Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, the podcast that delves into turning life's challenges into avenues for growth and healthier connections. In this episode, your hosts, licensed marriage and family therapists Tim and Ruth Olson, delve into the dyn…

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What if You Could Erase Your Life and Start Over? | Craig Mod 1:39:40

11d ago1:39:40

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Ever felt the urge to shed your old self and start fresh? Craig Mod did just that, leaving his roots at 19 to immerse himself in Japan through art, music, and long walking pilgrimages that remade him. In this candid conversation, he shares insights from his critically acclaimed book Things Become Other Things: A Walking Memoir on choosing fullness …

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Ep 266 - "Walking the Tightrope: Balancing Adventure and Stability in Relationships" 17:47

16d ago17:47

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Welcome to another insightful episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, where hosts Tim and Ruth Olson explore the intricate dynamics between partners with differing desires for stability and unpredictability. With their combined expertise in marriage, family therapy, and trauma, they delve into how couples can thrive despite having contrasting needs. This …

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Why Secrets Wreck Us: a Science-backed Practice to Reveal and Heal | James W. Pennebaker 1:04:49

16d ago1:04:49

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Unleash the transformative power of your words with pioneering researcher James W. Pennebaker. Discover how his simple, expressive writing method can improve your mental and physical health, provide self-insight, and even detect the hidden psychological undercurrents influencing your life and relationships. In Opening Up by Writing It Down: How Exp…

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Ep 265 - From Strikeouts to Strength: Mastering Resilience with Self-Talk 16:26

18d ago16:26

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session In this episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, hosts Tim and Ruth Olson guide listeners on a transformative journey through the concepts of resilience and emotional strength, inspired by Kenny Rogers' song "The Greatest." As experienced marriage and family …

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How Do You Rewrite Your Story? One Step at a Time | Robin Arzón [Best of] 1:05:51

20d ago1:05:51

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From hostage crisis to fitness titan - In this best-of conversation, Robin Arzón shares her unstoppable journey defying limits. The author of "Shut Up and Run" opens up about how a traumatic experience fueled her pivot from lawyer to global phenomenon at Peloton, conquering ultramarathons with Type 1 diabetes along the way. Get inspired by Robin's …

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Ep 264 - Overcoming the Fear of Success: Five Powerful Steps 13:49

23d ago13:49

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to this enlightening episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, where licensed marriage and family therapists Tim and Ruth Olson dive into the intricacies of personal growth and overcoming the fear of success. In this second part of a compelling series,…

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At 94, Iconic Writer, Judith Viorst, Has Thoughts to Share That We Need to Hear 52:42

23d ago52:42

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With refreshing candor, renowned author Judith Viorst shares profound insights from her latest book, Making the Best of What's Left: When We're Too Old to Get the Chairs Reupholstered, inviting us into the vulnerabilities and unexpected joys of aging. Discover practical strategies for navigating loneliness, building community, and reigniting curios…

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Ep 263 - Unveiling the Fear: When Success Holds You Back 18:17

25d ago18:17

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome back to another enlightening episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, where licensed marriage and family therapists Tim and Ruth Olson dive deep into an often-overlooked psychological concept: the fear of success. This intriguing episode picks up wher…

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The 2-year Experiment That’s Quietly Changing My Life | The 2x20 Project™ Update 1:47:24

26d ago1:47:24

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Learn more about working with Jonathan to craft your 2x20 Project™. Tired of drifting through life on autopilot? Jonathan Fields shares his raw, uncensored journey of intentionally redesigning his ideal life over two years through bold experiments. Discover the breakthroughs, fears confronted, and radical decisions that emerged as he realigned his …

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Living Through Grief, Finding Wonder, and Becoming Whole Again | Suleika Jaouad 59:34

1M ago59:34

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Take Our Podcast Listener Survey! How would you transform life's greatest challenges into inspiring works of art? Suleika Jaouad shares her journey of "creative alchemy," turning her battles with leukemia into the acclaimed memoir Between Two Kingdoms and her new book The Book of Alchemy - a collection of 100 imaginative journaling prompts to spark…

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Ep 262 - Conquer Your Fear of Failure: 5 Practical Steps to Triumph 16:54

1M ago16:54

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to an engaging episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, where hosts Tim and Ruth Olson, licensed marriage and family therapists, dive into the heart of overcoming the fear of failure. In this continuation of their insightful series, Tim and Ruth provi…

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Ep 261 - Unveiling the Fear of Failure: Where Does it Come From? 12:33

1M ago12:33

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, a podcast designed to transform life's challenges into opportunities for personal growth and healthier relationships. In this week's episode, hosts Tim and Ruth Olson, both licensed marriage and family therapists with …

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How Dolphins Unlocked a Hidden Key to Longevity and Health | Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson 1:03:26

1M ago1:03:26

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Take Our Podcast Listener Survey! Have you ever wondered what the key to healthy aging might be? In this fascinating episode, we explore the groundbreaking discovery of C15:0 - the first new essential nutrient in over 90 years - with Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson, author of "The Longevity Nutrient: The Unexpected Fat That Holds the Key to Healthy Aging…

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Ep 260 - Breaking Generational Cycles: 5 Steps to Positive Change 24:18

1M ago24:18

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to another episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, where hosts Tim and Ruth Olson, seasoned marriage and family therapists with expertise in trauma, explore the vital steps for healing and growth. In this enlightening episode, the focus is on breakin…

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On “Time Anxiety:” Feeling Like Falling Behind in Your Own Life | Chris Guillebeau 57:19

1M ago57:19

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Take Our Podcast Listener Survey! Are you plagued by a constant feeling that you're running out of time to do the things that truly matter? In this insightful conversation, Chris Guillebeau, author of Time Anxiety: The Illusion of Urgency and a Better Way to Live, shares eye-opening strategies to reclaim your sense of purpose and start living more …

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Ep 259 - Breaking Generational Chains: Recognizing Patterns to Heal 21:06

1M ago21:06

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session In this insightful episode of "Mr. and Mrs. Therapy," hosts Tim and Ruth Olson, both experienced marriage and family therapists, delve into the complex topic of generational cycles. These patterns, ingrained in our emotional, behavioral, and relationa…

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How Sensitive is “too” Sensitive? And How Can It Become a Superpower? | Jenn Granneman 57:20

1M ago57:20

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Take Our Podcast Listener Survey! Feel overwhelmed by the world's intensity? Bestselling author Jenn Granneman (Sensitive: The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too-Much World) reveals how to transform your sensitivity from a perceived weakness into a profound strength. Discover the five superpowers of highly sensitive pe…

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Stop Trying to “win” in Your Relationships, Do This Instead to Be Happy | Yung Pueblo 58:54

1M ago58:54

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Take Our Podcast Listener Survey! Have you ever struggled to build truly fulfilling connections? In this profound conversation, bestselling author Yung Pueblo (How to Love Better: The Path to Deeper Connection Through Growth, Kindness, and Compassion) reveals life-changing insights on healing yourself to transform your relationships. Discover how o…

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Ep 258 - Reviving Intimacy: Five Steps to Reconnect After a Busy Season 13:07

1M ago13:07

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to the latest episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, hosted by experienced therapists Tim and Ruth Olson. In this episode, we delve into the challenge many couples face: maintaining intimacy during and after busy seasons of life. Drawing on their ex…

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Ep 257 - When Life Gets Busy: Protecting Intimacy in Marriage 19:37

2M ago19:37

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to the Mr. and Mrs. Therapy podcast, hosted by licensed marriage and family therapists, Tim and Ruth Olson. This week, we tackle an issue that quietly threatens marriages across busy households: the erosion of intimacy amidst a flurry of oblig…

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Can a Few Simple Words Really Change Your Life? | Gretchen Rubin 57:22

2M ago57:22

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Take Our Podcast Listener Survey! Unlock life's deepest truths with happiness expert Gretchen Rubin as she shares potent insights from her latest book, Secrets of Adulthood: Simple Truths for Our Complex Lives. Discover surprising keys to self-knowledge, stronger relationships, and better judgment through Rubin's profound yet practical aphorisms. T…

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Why MEL ROBBINS Says Letting Go is Key to Success 57:46

2M ago57:46

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Take Our Podcast Listener Survey! Unlock your power to thrive amidst chaos with Mel Robbins, voice behind the global phenomenon "The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop Talking About." In this profound conversation, Mel shares the counterintuitive wisdom of radical acceptance to help you reclaim your energy, cul…

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Ep 256 - Healing Religious Trauma: EMDR's Power to Reclaim Faith 19:26

2M ago19:26

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to another insightful episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, where licensed therapists Tim and Ruth Olson guide you through the complexities of healing from trauma and fostering healthy relationships. In this episode, the focus is on reclaiming fait…

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Issa Rae on Friendships That Need to Go, from IMO 1:00:21

2M ago1:00:21

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Sharing a new show from our friends at Higher Ground. On IMO, Michelle and her big brother Craig Robinson bring their candid perspectives to the everyday questions shaping our lives, relationships and the world around us. Each week, they’re joined by a guest to tackle real questions from real folks just like you offering practical advice, personal …

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Ep 255 - Healing From Religious Trauma: Insights and Strategies 22:36

2M ago22:36

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to the latest episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, where your hosts, Tim and Ruth Olson, delve into the sensitive and often overlooked topic of religious trauma. In this enlightening discussion, the Olsons, who are licensed marriage and family the…

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Overcoming Overthinking, Self-doubt and Anxiety With Dr. Julie Smith 50:03

2M ago50:03

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Struggling with self-doubt, overthinking, or harsh self-criticism? Join us for an empowering conversation with Dr. Julie Smith, clinical psychologist and author of "Open When: A Companion for Life's Twists & Turns." Discover practical strategies to cultivate self-compassion, nurture a growth mindset, and transform failures into opportunities for le…

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Are You Languishing? Escape the Epidemic of Emptiness | Corey Keyes 1:14:05

2M ago1:14:05

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Are you languishing - feeling that gnawing sense of emptiness despite checking all the society's boxes? Renowned sociologist Corey Keyes, author of "Languishing: How to Feel Alive Again in a World That Wears Us Down," reveals powerful practices to reignite your passion, purpose and human connections - the key ingredients to flourishing mental healt…

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Ep 254 - Breaking Free from People-Pleasing: Steps to a Healthier You 22:59

2M ago22:59

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, the podcast that empowers you to transform life’s challenges into opportunities for personal growth and developing healthier relationships. Join your hosts, Tim and Ruth Olson, licensed marriage and family therapists w…

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Ep 253 - Escaping the People-Pleasing Trap: 7 Reasons to Find Your True Self 26:08

2M ago26:08

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to another enlightening episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy with your hosts, Tim and Ruth Olson. In this episode titled 'Breaking Free from People-Pleasing', we delve into the intricate world of people-pleasing behaviors and discuss the importance…

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Ultimate Stress and Anxiety Hack: Flip Your Body’s Safety Switch! | Stephen Porges, Ph.D. and Seth Porges 57:28

2M ago57:28

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How feeling safe impacts your health, creativity and human connections - Unlocking the science of the Polyvagal Theory with pioneering neuroscientist Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. and his son Seth Porges, based on their book Our Polyvagal World: How Safety and Trauma Change Us. Discover the hidden power of regulating your nervous system to reduce anxiet…

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How Wearable Tech & AI Read Your Mind (and What to Do About It) | Nita A. Farahany 54:56

2M ago54:56

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Brace Yourself for the Decoding of Private Thoughts by Consumer Gadgets - Everyday devices like headphones and watches could soon interpret your brain activity and inner experiences. Nita A. Farahany, author of "The Battle for Your Brain: Defending the Right to Think Freely in the Age of Neurotechnology," unveils the remarkable potential and alarmi…

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Ep 253 - Building Shared Meaning in Relationships: Practical Steps 18:33

2M ago18:33

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session In this episode of "Mr. and Mrs. Therapy," hosted by licensed marriage and family therapists Tim and Ruth Olson, listeners are taken on an insightful journey into John Gottman's seventh principle for building healthy relationships: Creating Shared Mea…

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Ep 252 - Unveiling the Secrets of Shared Meaning in Relationships 21:22

2M ago21:22

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to another insightful episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy Podcast, hosted by Tim and Ruth Olson, esteemed marriage and family therapists with a passion for healing and transformation. In this episode, they delve into the intriguing topic of creati…

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The Secret Ingredient to a Dream Career and Life | Jenny Wood 1:04:44

2M ago1:04:44

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Former Google executive Jenny Wood reveals how traits we're often told to suppress - like being weird, shameless, or obsessive - can become unexpected superpowers for success in her new book "Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It." Through stories like chasing her future husband off a NYC subway and leading billion-dollar operations, Jenn…

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Ep 251 - Unlocking Relationship Gridlocks: Gottman's Principles Unraveled 20:47

2M ago20:47

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to another insightful episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy. Join Tim and Ruth Olson, licensed marriage and family therapists and trauma experts, as they delve deeper into Gottman's seven principles, specifically focusing on overcoming gridlock in r…

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Unconventional Success: How Tiny Experiments Change Everything | Anne-Laure Le Cunff 59:51

2M ago59:51

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Former Google executive turned neuroscientist Anne-Laure Le Cunff reveals how breaking free from prescribed life scripts opened the door to genuine fulfillment through experimentation. In this rich conversation about her book Tiny Experiments: How to Live Freely in a Goal-Obsessed World, she shares a practical framework for transforming life's unce…

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Ep 250 - Breaking Free from Relationship Gridlock: Insights from Mr. and Mrs. Therapy 16:18

2M ago16:18

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, where hosts Tim and Ruth Olson, licensed marriage and family therapists, delve into the intricacies of overcoming relationship gridlock. In this episode, they focus on the sixth of Gottman's Seven Principles, exploring…

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A Surprisingly Simple Way to Heal Chronic Pain that ACTUALLY Works? | Nicole Sachs, LCSW 1:05:22

3M ago1:05:22

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Renowned therapist Nicole Sachs shares her revolutionary mind-body approach to releasing chronic pain and anxiety in this profound discussion of her book "Mind Your Body: A Revolutionary Program to Release Chronic Pain and Anxiety." Learn how unresolved emotions manifest as physical symptoms - and Sachs' practical steps to break this cycle. Envisio…

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Ep 249 - The Roadmap to Solving Solvable Problems in Relationships 18:36

3M ago18:36

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome back to another insightful episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy with your hosts, Tim and Ruth Olson, licensed marriage and family therapists and trauma experts. In this episode, we dive deep into the art of solving solvable problems within relation…

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Healing Trauma: Powerful Insights and Strategies That Work | Spotlight Convo 56:26

3M ago56:26

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Have you ever felt stuck in past trauma or like you had to hide your true self? Join Alex Elle, bestselling author of How We Heal, and Arielle Estoria, author of The Unfolding, as they share profound insights on writing as a catalyst for radical self-love, befriending fear, and peeling back layers to reclaim your vibrant, unapologetic identity. Epi…

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Ep 248 - Solving Your Solvable Problems: A Path to Healthier Relationships 18:07

3M ago18:07

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to another insightful episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, where hosts Tim and Ruth Olson, licensed marriage and family therapists, delve into Gottman's fifth principle of "Solving Your Solvable Problems." In this episode, they explore how identif…

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Groundbreaking Cancer Research: How Common Meds May Change the Game | Matthew D. Park, PhD 1:00:48

3M ago1:00:48

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Could aging immune cells actually be triggering cancer growth? Groundbreaking immunologist Matthew Park reveals surprising research showing our body's own myeloid cells may suppress cancer-killing cells as we get older - and how existing medications could help reset this deadly process. An eye-opening look at a new frontier for preventing and treat…

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Ep 274 - Unlocking the Power of Influence in Marriage 21:15

3M ago21:15

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We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to another insightful episode of Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, hosted by Tim and Ruth Olson, licensed marriage and family therapists. This week, we continue our exploration of John Gottman's landmark book, "The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Wor…

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