Relationships Made Easy

By: Dr. Abby Medcalf
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  • What’s the secret to a happy life? The research says it’s your relationships! But how do you create the connection, joy and ease you crave? You’ve got to think about your relationships in a whole new way. Armed with humor, a ton of research and over 30 years of hands-on experience Dr. Abby Medcalf will teach you simple, actionable tools and strategies that you can use today to make all your relationships the best they’ve ever been (including the one with yourself)! Abby’s a Relationship Maven, best-selling author and psychologist, who loves telling you what to do each week on her Relationships Made Easy Podcast. In her free time (what’s that?) Abby’s invested in loving up the people in her life whether that means cooking for them, spending quality time, or trying to control them (hey, she never said she was perfect). Learn more about Abby, sign up for the newsletter, read the blog, listen, take a course, or connect directly at www.abbymedcalf.com. Get bonus content on Patreon

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  • 312. The Five Steps to Resolving Conflict in Any Relationship

    312. The Five Steps to Resolving Conflict in Any Relationship
    Nov 26 2024
    Conflicts in any relationship are inevitable. Whether it's with a partner, friend, family member, or colleague, disagreements are going to happen as we all have different needs, perspectives, and boundaries. I’ve noticed that conflict avoidance has become a bigger and bigger problem since the pandemic, and I’m here to tell you: it’s quietly wrecking your mental health and eating away at the foundation of all your relationships. It’s time to see conflict as an opportunity, not a problem. It’s time to engage instead of running away. It’s time to be happier and more connected in all your relationships by learning the five steps to resolving conflict in any relationship. ____________________________Full blog and show notes: https://abbymedcalf.com/the-five-steps-to-resolving-conflict-in-any-relationship Grab my FREE List of Collaborative Questions: https://abbymedcalf.com/collabquesLearn how to create and hold healthy, loving boundaries. Buy my newest book on Amazon, Boundaries Made Easy: Your Roadmap to Connection, Ease and Joy https://abbymedcalf.com/boundariesWant to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book____________________________ Looking for past episodes of the Relationships Made Easy Podcast? Head over to https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast and https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast-the-archives where you’ll find past episodes.Subscribe today to get my love letter to you! This biweekly reminder will keep you on the path to creating connected, happy relationships (especially the one with yourself!). https://abbymedcalf.comFor more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://abbymedcalf.com/youtubeReady to dig deeper? Take one of my online courses (some are FREE!) or grab a workbook: https://abbymedcalf.com/shopA great idea to stay motivated and keep your head in a positive direction is to buy some of my fabulous, inspirational merchandise. Get yourself a t-shirt, mug, tote bag or notebook with that daily reminder that you’ve got this! https://abbymedcalf.com/shopSay hello on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalfInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthrivingLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthrivingYouTube: https://abbymedcalf.com/youtube Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  • 311. Overcoming Self-Doubt: Five Steps to Confident Decision-Making

    311. Overcoming Self-Doubt: Five Steps to Confident Decision-Making
    Nov 19 2024
    Self-doubt is that relentless voice in your head that questions your choices, your worth, and your abilities. It can make even the most straightforward decisions feel overwhelming. But here’s the good news: self-doubt is a habit of thought. And, like all habits, you can break it. By understanding its roots and applying some research-backed strategies, you can absolutely become a confident decision-maker. Today, I’ll walk you through what science says about self-doubt, why it sticks around, and how to build the self-assurance you need to break the self-doubt habit. Stay tuned for my five steps to confident decision-making. ____________________________Full blog and show notes: https://abbymedcalf.com/overcoming-self-doubt-five-steps-to-confident-decision-making Get the Identify Your Values Quicksheet: https://abbymedcalf.com/values-quicksheet Learn how to create and hold healthy, loving boundaries. Buy my newest book on Amazon, Boundaries Made Easy: Your Roadmap to Connection, Ease and Joy https://abbymedcalf.com/boundaries Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book____________________________ Looking for past episodes of the Relationships Made Easy Podcast? Head over to https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast and https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast-the-archives where you’ll find past episodes. Subscribe today to get my love letter to you! This biweekly reminder will keep you on the path to creating connected, happy relationships (especially the one with yourself!). https://abbymedcalf.com For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://abbymedcalf.com/youtube Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my online courses (some are FREE!) or grab a workbook: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop A great idea to stay motivated and keep your head in a positive direction is to buy some of my fabulous, inspirational merchandise. Get yourself a t-shirt, mug, tote bag or notebook with that daily reminder that you’ve got this! https://abbymedcalf.com/shop Say hello on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalfInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthrivingLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthrivingYouTube: https://abbymedcalf.com/youtube Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    43 mins
  • 310. Radical Acceptance: 5 Steps to Embrace Reality for Lasting Peace

    310. Radical Acceptance: 5 Steps to Embrace Reality for Lasting Peace
    Nov 12 2024
    Radical acceptance is about fully acknowledging and accepting reality as it is, especially when it’s something we don’t like or want to change. This approach, popularized by Dr. Marsha Linehan as part of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), encourages us to embrace what we can’t control instead of resisting it. But radical acceptance isn’t easy. The idea challenges our instincts, often triggering discomfort and frustration, especially if we’re used to holding tightly to that illusion of being in control. Or, if you can’t get past that something isn’t right or fair. Today we’ll explore the origins of radical acceptance, why it’s so challenging, how you can incorporate this life-changing approach and, of course, my top tips for creating a life of resilience, peace, and healthier relationships.____________________________Full blog and show notes: https://abbymedcalf.com/radical-acceptance-5-steps-to-embrace-reality-for-lasting-peaceGrab my Radical Acceptance Journal Prompts: https://abbymedcalf.com/radical-acceptance-journal-promptsLearn how to create and hold healthy, loving boundaries. Buy my newest book on Amazon, Boundaries Made Easy: Your Roadmap to Connection, Ease and Joy https://abbymedcalf.com/boundariesWant to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book____________________________ Looking for past episodes of the Relationships Made Easy Podcast? Head over to https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast and https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast-the-archives where you’ll find past episodes.Subscribe today to get my love letter to you! This biweekly reminder will keep you on the path to creating connected, happy relationships (especially the one with yourself!). https://abbymedcalf.comReady to dig deeper? Take one of my online courses (some are FREE!) or grab a workbook: https://abbymedcalf.com/shopA great idea to stay motivated and keep your head in a positive direction is to buy some of my fabulous, inspirational merchandise. Get yourself a t-shirt, mug, tote bag or notebook with that daily reminder that you’ve got this! https://abbymedcalf.com/shopSay hello on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalfInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthrivingLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthrivingYouTube: https://abbymedcalf.com/youtube Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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So helpful

I just found Dr Abby. I really needed her relationship advice. I think it will change my life. 🙏

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Practical, and Life-Changing Relationship Advice - she gave me the tools to be a better human.

I found this podcast because I was looking to build better relationships, I went through some significant losses because of mistakes I made and this podcast has really helped me transform my relationships, understand what a healthy relationship looks like and become a better person. I have never written a review for another podcast so hopefully that let you know just how much of an impact this podcast has had.

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Life-changing podcast

I'm so grateful that I found Dr. Abby's podcast. I've had so many "aha!" moments listening to this show and I've seen a huge change in my relationships (all of them -- family, partner, coworkers) and I've generally felt better and more content. She shares so many useful tips that are simple, but really make a huge difference if you try them. I can't recommend this pdocast enough. Even if you're not in a relationship, which I wasn't for a long time, she really teaches you how to find peace and just be happy with yourself. Thank you, Dr. Abby. You're doing good things in the world!

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Thank God!!!!

These podcasts helped me identify the things I needed to work on in order to be happy in my relationship and with myself. It works! Dr. Abby is brilliant. Its refreshing to listen to someone so genuine and sincere. I've shared it with friends and they're hooked too.
I love "all the things" A+

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HELPFULLY INFORMATIVE (& ALL-AROUND AMAZING!!!)

I tend to ramble when I write reviews about helpful podcasts that hit the mark on so many levels, so I'll do my best to be concise here with my top 3 reasons I LOVE THIS PODCAST:

1. Abby breaks her topics down into actionable, PRACTICAL steps - WITHOUT RAMBLING or getting off topic!

2. Very thorough in that she approaches each topic from various different angles
Example: How __(gaslighting)___ affects you personally, signs to look for when you're on the receiving end, long term effects, what you can do to combat _________, ETC.

3. She discusses the NITTY-GRITTY (juicy) aspects of popular mental health/self-improvement topics. 4 years + worth of content already there.
(there's so many good ones in her episode list, hard to choose every time I go to listen! They are all longer than 30 minutes, too =D)


I am your catalogue over-thinker and over analyzer who has put in lots of time searching for, and listening to various types of productivity, self-help, empath/mental health podcasts, so the above mentioned list is just 3 of MANY reasons why I love the podcast BEST out of all of them. BUT perhaps the MOST important aspect of the podcast is, to me, the likeability of the podcast host themselves...

Abby is extremely intelligent (PhD), yet speaks as if she's someone you've known for decades. Her background story is inspiring and relatable. I love her CHARISMA and down-to-earth practicality.

BUT the thing that I love the MOST about this is: she doesn't ramble. She doesn't laugh for 45 seconds leaving you frustrated as you close out the podcast app, waiting for her to get to the good stuff. She doesn't come off as "high n mighty", she doesn't turn you off after 10 minutes of introduction and announcements, and she DOESNT take up large amounts of time discussing trivial "life update" chats about her personal life, as MANY OTHER PODCAST HOSTS do.
****Don't get me wrong! Its not that any given podcast hosts' personal life isn't interesting or important. But lets face it... we DON'T always have the TIME, the ATTENTION SPAN, OR the EMOTIONAL BANDWIDTH that's required to get through these rambling periods that I hear on other podcasts do episode after episode!!!!****

LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST if you are struggling with mental health, relationship issues, or looking for information on being an Empath. TRUST!

**Ramble end**

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Thank you for saving me $$

The perfect therapist I have been in search of all these years. I want an opinion, THANK YOU!

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Abby is amazing!

She has such a wonderful and helpful podcast. I get my self help fix. She has so many podcasts that hit home and are very motivational to me.

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Love Love Dr Abby!!!!

I Love Dr.Abby!!!! Book & Podcast she knows her stuff!!! Absolutely will help you too

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OMG Abby is IT! Solutions for marriage trouble, relationships, life../

If you are lucky, someone stumbles into your life one day and changes everything….
And That person inspires you to be better, bigger, kinder, stronger, softer, calmer, SMARTER…
Abby is this person to me. She changed everything for the better for me. Not just my marriage, but my relationship with my teens and tweens AND in-laws( out-laws ).

Listen 100% because she takes our problems seriously. You will so blessed!

- debbie in East Texas.
Her talks feel real

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She has helped our marriage

I found Abby just in the Knick of time. My hubby willingly listened and we are implementing her advice and our relationship is improving. Married 28 years so never to late for help.

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