335: Is Your Phone Killing Your Relationship?

Dr. Tony Nader joins the podcast to explore ideas from his book, The Power of Caring, and how deeper self-awareness can transform the way we connect with others. He explains how our mind-body tendencies, subconscious patterns, and inner state influence communication, emotional ne ...  Show more

Why do the same conflicts keep showing up in our relationships, even when the surface issue changes? In this episode, we explore how everyday disagreements can activate childhood attachment wounds, leading us to protest, withdraw, or protect ourselves from connection. Learn how s ...  Show more

Modern technology has made us more connected than ever, but at the same time, many of us feel increasingly disconnected. We just aren’t getting the intimacy we’re craving. We’re starving for a type of intimacy that technology isn’t well-suited to provide. So how can we better ...

Are we more connected than ever but feeling more isolated? This week, Sarah welcomes Dr. Adam Dorsay to delve into the essence of connection amidst modern distractions like smartphones and social media. They discuss how these digital conveniences often detract from genuine intera ...  Show more

Humans are wired to feel good when we get the kind of touch that we want. But when we can’t get that, it’s bad for both our physical and psychological health. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, most Americans said that they weren’t getting enough intimacy and affection, and this ...

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2183: Philip Karahassan explores how technology has revolutionized dating, highlighting how smartphones and apps offer unpr ...  Show more