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Alvean and Doug talk about the subject of age differences in relationships. How do couples navigate when one is younger or older than the other. Is there a limit to how far apart one can be and still have a strong and fulfilling relationship? For a complete transcript of the entire episode, click here: LL48-Does Age Matter?
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All relationships require some degree of give and take. Getting what you want out of a relationship doesn’t have to mean that your partner loses–there is a fine art to compromise. Alvean and Doug talk about the ways you and your partner can meet each other’s needs and desires without either of you sacrificing your identity or giving up what you want. For a complete transcript of the episode, click here:LL47-Getting What You Want
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We all need support and it is tempting to reach out to close friends or family members for advice when we have troubles. Should you look to these people for help or do you run the risk of making your life very complicated and possibly alienating the very people you hope will be your source of support. Doug & Alvean discuss the pros and cons in this episode of LoveLife. For a full transcript of the episode, click here:LL-46 Friends and Family as Counselors
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In this episode, Alvean and Doug talk about the obvious and subtle ways individuals in a relationship sometimes try to change each other to conform to an ideal or to alter habits that they consider undesirable. For a complete transcript of the episode, click here:LL45-I love you Just the Way You Are
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Alvean and Doug talk about how we discover our true calling–the plan for our lives. Is there really a plan for us, or are we just wandering about aimlessly? For a complete transcript of the episode, click here LL44-Finding Purpose
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Doug and Alvean talk about that very important part of a relationship–the act of making love. When it is good it can be a powerful bond, but when it’s not it can be a difficult passage to navigate. How do you get through those times and how do you ensure that you and your partner are communicating your wants, needs, and desires frankly? For a full transcript of this episode, click here LL43-Is That All There Is?
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Alvean talks with Doug about how to navigate the challenges that come with every relationship. When is it time to fight for the relationship and when do you call it quits? For a full transcript of this episode, click here LL42-Fight or Flight
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Doug and Alvean talk about that time most of will face in our lives when we must care for our significant other–whether it is making them their favorite chicken soup or something more serious. What is expected of you and how do you keep your spirits and those of the one you love positive? For a full transcript of this episode, click here LL41-In Sickness & in Health
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Alvean and Doug discuss the prospect of growing older and learning to embrace the changes that come with aging. How do you learn to love your older self and not just tolerate it? For a full transcript of this episode, click here LL40-Growing Older
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Doug and Alvean talk about what happens when the chemistry and romance in your relationship takes a backseat to life. What does it mean, and what should you do about it? For a complete transcript of this episode, click hereLL39-After the Love