This week on Let’s Talk Love, Robin is joined by Love and Relationship Coach Chantal Landreville to explore the journey to authentic and lasting love. Chantal shares her inspiring story of being single for 18 years before stepping into her role as a coach, offering powerful insights into the importance of self-awareness and personal development in relationships. Together, they discuss the balance of feminine and masculine energies, the difference between wants and needs in a partnership, and the intention behind dating. Chantal highlights the pillars of healthy relationships—willingness, respect, acceptance, and thoughtfulness—and emphasizes the need for safety and vulnerability in love. Drawing from her book, she offers practical tools to help listeners navigate their own relationship journeys with clarity and confidence.

Takeaways:

• Applying personal development is crucial for relationship success.
• Vulnerability is essential for deep connections.
• Understanding the difference between wants and needs in relationships is key.
• Relationships require a balance of giving and receiving.
• Self-awareness helps in recognizing patterns in relationships.
• The 'why' behind our desires is often overlooked.
• We need to weed out superficial wants to find true connection.
• Healthy relationships are built on mutual respect and acceptance.
• Continuous growth and openness are vital in partnerships.
• Self-awareness is crucial for understanding relationship dynamics.
• Dating should focus on being known rather than just being liked.
• Safety is a fundamental need in relationships.
• Thoughtfulness in daily interactions strengthens bonds.

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Links:

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https://raiseyourlovesignal.com/

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Credits: the Let’s Talk Love Podcast is hosted by Robin Ducharme, recorded and edited by Maia Anstey, and transcribed by Otter.ai.

In this episode of Let’s Talk Love, host Robin Ducharme is joined by Zach Brittle, LMHC, and Laura Heck, LMFT—co-hosts of the podcast Marriage Therapy Radio and authors of Reconnect: A Marriage Counseling Workbook. As Certified Gottman Therapists, Zach and Laura bring their expertise to a conversation about the intricacies of love and relationships. Together, they explore the power of curiosity, the importance of small gestures, and the distinction between adoration and appreciation in fostering emotional connection. Zach and Laura discuss appreciating partners for who they are rather than what they do, reevaluating roles and responsibilities to maintain fairness, and supporting each other's dreams. Packed with practical advice and heartfelt insights, this episode offers tools for couples to deepen intimacy and navigate relationship challenges.

Takeaways:

• Curiosity is essential for meaningful relationships.
• Small gestures can significantly impact emotional connection.
• The ReConnect workbook is designed for couples feeling disconnected.
• Adoration in a relationship goes beyond appreciation.
• Meaningful conversations sustain healthy marriages.
• Couples should prioritize small things often.
• The sin of certainty can hinder relationship growth.
• Creating rituals can enhance emotional intimacy.
• Regularly reevaluating household roles can improve relationship satisfaction.
• Supporting each other's dreams is essential for a thriving partnership.
• Revisiting the love story can help couples reconnect and find joy.
• Communication is key to understanding each other's perspectives.
• Emotional labor is often overlooked in relationship dynamics.
• Couples should aim to be each other's biggest supporters.
• Shared goals and visions strengthen the bond between partners.
• A positive perspective can reveal the good that exists in relationships.

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Links:

https://marriagetherapyradio.com/

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Credits: the Let’s Talk Love Podcast is hosted by Robin Ducharme, recorded and edited by Maia Anstey, and transcribed by Otter.ai.

In this episode of Let's Talk Love, Robin is joined by world-renowned trauma expert Dr. Frank Anderson to explore society’s growing awareness of trauma and the path to healing. Dr. Anderson shares insights from his memoir, To Be Loved, reflecting on his personal journey and the power of storytelling in trauma recovery. Together, they discuss the complexities of therapy, real-life applications of therapeutic insights, and the dynamics of trauma bonding within families. Dr. Anderson helps us understand trauma responses, the four T’s of trauma healing, and the transformative nature of the healing process. Emphasizing forgiveness as a personal choice and the necessity of reclaiming one’s power, this conversation illuminates the journey of self-awareness, self-love, and the collective effort essential for healing.

Takeaways:

• Trauma awareness has significantly increased in recent years.
• Storytelling can be a powerful tool for healing.
• Healing often occurs outside of traditional therapy settings.
• Trauma bonding can complicate family dynamics.
• Thanking our trauma responses can change our internal world.
• The four T's of trauma healing are essential for recovery.
• Healing can happen through sharing experiences.
• Forgiveness is a personal choice, not an obligation.
• Ignoring our wisdom often keeps us connected to unhealthy relationships.
• Transforming trauma involves corrective experiences.
• Taking back your power is crucial after trauma.
• Healing is a lifelong journey, not a destination.

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To Be Loved https://tr.ee/ZtpAr5plNR

https://www.traumainstitute.com/

https://www.frankandersonmd.com/

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Credits: the Let’s Talk Love Podcast is hosted by Robin Ducharme, recorded and edited by Maia Anstey, and transcribed by Otter.ai.