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Straight Talk with Sandra Reich

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There are secrets to living your best life. We have control over our destinies if we are willing to accept responsibility and learn how to evolve to our highest levels. The sky is the limit if you can learn about your own traps, wounds and move beyond them. We don’t get a manual on parenting, romantic relationships, how to become successful or how to manage life. Victimization, anxiety, depression, martyrdom and worse are the fall outs of not understanding your own role in your own life quality. Learn how you can really change your own life. Turn any darkness in your world into light. Become an expert at the dance of relationships. Reach for the stars and have the success in life and love that you always dreamt of. Top Relationship, Parenting, Anxiety Expert and Best Selling Author Sandra Reich M.Ed. will give you the “straight talk” on strategies that will take your life from getting by, to living your dreams!

Location:

United States

Description:

There are secrets to living your best life. We have control over our destinies if we are willing to accept responsibility and learn how to evolve to our highest levels. The sky is the limit if you can learn about your own traps, wounds and move beyond them. We don’t get a manual on parenting, romantic relationships, how to become successful or how to manage life. Victimization, anxiety, depression, martyrdom and worse are the fall outs of not understanding your own role in your own life quality. Learn how you can really change your own life. Turn any darkness in your world into light. Become an expert at the dance of relationships. Reach for the stars and have the success in life and love that you always dreamt of. Top Relationship, Parenting, Anxiety Expert and Best Selling Author Sandra Reich M.Ed. will give you the “straight talk” on strategies that will take your life from getting by, to living your dreams!

Language:

English


Episodes

Straight Talks Goodbye Party!

3/28/2019
After 3 years and more than 175 shows, it is sadly time to say goodbye. Join us for this final episode where we celebrate great insights, review valuable lessons learnt, and talk about how to keep your eyes on the stars. For Straight Talk’s goodbye party, Sandra will be joined by some special guests.

Duration:00:57:10

Encore: Is Caretaking the New Addiction?

3/21/2019
Caretaking others - sounds good right? We are supposed to be kind to others when they fall… right? But what is the difference between Caretaking and Kindness? There is a huge difference. While it can be good that we are taking care of the ones we love, it can create another kind of crisis. Did you know that the stress of caregiving can take actually take a toll on emotional and mental health? The mental, emotional, and physical demands of caring for others can be debilitating. Depression, stress, and frustration are just a few of the bi-products of caretaking. Join us for this important episode as Sandra and her colleague Maite Gomez talk about the pitfalls of caretaking and how to keep on being kind without sliding down the dangerous slippery slopes of enabling someone to stay unwell by caretaking.

Duration:00:57:44

Encore: Living you life with passion, joy and meaningfulness.

3/14/2019
What does the latest research tell us about living a meaningful life filled with joy? Are joy and passion something we need to practice to get better at? How about our habits and beliefs? what role do they play in the quality of our lives?(Hint: a lot!) Don't miss this special Straight Talk on living your life filled with peace, happiness and authenticity regardless of your circumstances.

Duration:00:54:54

Encore: How to REALLY not die! AKA: How to live!

3/7/2019
People in the North America spend a lot of time and money on healthcare. Pharmaceuticals play a big part in that. The U.S. pharmaceutical market is the world’s most important national market. Together with Canada and Mexico, it represents the largest continental pharma market worldwide. But, if we told you there was a better way to live a long, healthy life? What is we could use the power of nutrition to promote health and prevent disease? That’s the core of Dr. Michael Greger’s message. A favorite guest on Straight Talk, Dr. Greger will join Sandra for another insightful discussion about taking control of your health and wellness – so that you can REALLY live!

Duration:00:51:30

What to Do About Anger?

2/28/2019
What causes anger? Is it possible to be angry in a constructive way? Anger is a pretty intense emotional state. Because it a response that involves displeasure, hostility, and/or annoyance, it can be pretty tough to keep it under control. It it isn’t handled well, it can wreak all kinds of havoc, sabotaging a person's mental and physical health. But it doesn’t have to be that way. While you can't avoid feeling angry all together, you can learn how to cope with and express anger in a healthy way. Listen in as Sandra and frequent guest Georgia Dow talk about dealing with anger so that you learn to control it before it controls you!

Duration:00:54:47

It's Time to Get Happy!

2/21/2019
Are you happy? Is it even possible to find true happiness? Happiness is a much researched and sought-after state of being. One that great thinkers all over the world have tried to explain. It turns out that, generally speaking, happiness is simple and achievable. Tune in as Sandra and guest Anna Maria Tosco talk about the keys to happiness. Hint: it’s not tied to your circumstances. We’ll talk about things like ways to think, perspectives to have, and things to change.

Duration:00:55:57

Encore: Love Sense: The science of Romantic Relationships

2/14/2019
Sandra is joined by Dr Sue Johnson bestselling author of Hold me Tight and Love Sense. clinical psychologist and primary developer of Emotionally Focused Therapy ( the leading therapy for helping couples) for a fascinating hour on the latest research on romantic relationships. Learn how romantic love is based on an attachment bond-and what this means. Dr. Johnson will discuss how to develop our “love sense” – our ability to develop long-lasting relationships. This is an hour you cannot miss:Learn from one of the greatest researchers in love and romance in the world, a huge influence on Straight Talk's Sandra Reich's work and change your relationships... forever!!!

Duration:00:59:11

Considering the Psychology of Money

2/7/2019
How would you describe your approach to money? Are you a spender or a saver? If you were given something you love, and told that if you hung onto it for an hour, you’d get double, could you do it? What causes some people to hold on to money and invest it while others are content to describe themselves as shopaholics? Do your money-handling habits come from parents and caregivers? Is it nature? Nurture? Join us as Sandra and Melissa delve into the psychology of money and new information that is revealing that brain chemistry plays an enormous role in your financial habits. Let us help you take steps towards a proper money mindset!

Duration:00:54:26

Experience Real Change in the New Year

1/31/2019
A new year (and its perceived “fresh start”) is often a catalyst for many changes in life. But for many of us, it’s also a source of frustration and disappointment because sticking with those changes and ideals is hard! New Year’s resolutions are infamously tough to keep! Is it possible to really change your life this year? Can 2019 be different? Join us as Sandra and Melissa talk about be how to be one of the few who actually sticks with it, staying strong and healthy throughout the new year. Change is possible!

Duration:00:54:13

Beat the January Blues and Bring Back the Sunshine!

1/24/2019
With the holiday season behind us and the novelty of a new year wearing off, January can be a long, dreary month. January’s long nights and cold days can give way to all sorts of emotions with symptoms of the “blues” ranging from simple grumpiness to depressing thoughts. Mood swings, feeling low, lethargy, insomnia, stress, bloatedness, and sluggishness can all be signs that you are struggling. Join us as Sandra talks with Georgia Dow about these common realities and some potential pick-me-ups to help you cope. There are some things you can start to do that will help “bring back the sunshine” and equip you to feel better quickly and effectively!

Duration:00:52:12

Why Wait? Overcoming Procrastination!

1/17/2019
We all procrastinate at one time or another. Who among us hasn’t gone to the movies when we should be working on our taxes? But when it becomes a chronic way of life, it can actually lead serious disappointments and unhealthy patterns in our lives. Chronic procrastination can affect your physical health, your relationships, and your mental/emotional life including areas of self-discipline, persistence, self-esteem, and personal responsibility. Listen in as Sandra and regular guest, Melissa Hindley, have a frank conversation about procrastination. Falling prey to these cognitive distortions is easy, but fortunately, there are a number of different things you can do to fight procrastination and start getting things done on time!!

Duration:00:55:11

When Being the Hero Becomes Harmful

1/10/2019
Superheroes, white knights, saviors. They are the stuff of the best storybooks, aren’t they?!? What could possibly be wrong with wanting to be a rescuer? Sadly, in personal relationships, the compulsion to rescue others or be the hero can be very damaging to both partners. The rescue itself can be from anything – unhappiness, financial chaos, substance abuse, depression, abuse, medical issues, or a wounded past. While it can be noble to help a friend or partner through such tragedies, becoming the hero can turn into a dark addiction for the rescuer. Do you feel compelled to rescue others? Or know someone in an unhealthy pattern of saving others? Listen in as Sandra and frequent guest, Georgia Dow, discuss the hidden dangers of feeling the need to rescue others and how to break free from this pattern.

Duration:00:55:29

Encore: Overcoming Your Inner Critic

1/3/2019
Each of us has an “inner critic” judging our every action and instructing us on how to live our lives. But how much are we letting this inner critic control us? Are our actions based on what we really feel and believe, or are we living our lives based on our inner critic’s negative programing? Learning to effectively overcome our critical inner voice is central to all areas of life: personal development, healthy relationships, self-esteem, and career success. Join us for this profound interview where Sandra talks with author and psychologist Dr. Lisa Firestone about dealing with our inner critic through self-compassion.

Duration:00:54:52

Encore: New Year, New You!

12/27/2018
Have you made a New Year's Resolution's in the past and not stuck to them? Most of us have made New Year’s resolutions in the past but are we successful in making them last. Did you succeed? Listen as Sandra Reich and Georgia Dow give you tips on making this year’s resolutions stick and learn how not to throw your plan aside if life does not go as planned (which it never really does!).

Duration:00:49:15

Helping Kids with ADHD, Anxiety, and Other Common Challenges

12/20/2018
Parenting definitely isn’t for cowards! It’s tough stuff. But, raising a child with ADHD or an anxiety disorder or the like, adds new a wrinkle to traditional childrearing. Normal rule-making and household routines can be difficult, depending on the type and severity of your child’s symptoms. Listen in as Sandra and Georgia discuss these and other common challenges to parenting children. But, take courage, there are indeed behavioral techniques for managing a child’s challenges. We’ll offer guidelines to help you limit destructive behaviors and help your child overcome.

Duration:00:54:34

Untangling the Chains of Enmeshed Relationships

12/13/2018
Enmeshed relationships are relationships that have unclear boundaries and very little autonomy for the individual. Sometimes it is said that a person in such a relationship is lost in the other person. Maybe they allow their partner to define them. It sounds a touch romantic at first glance but it’s actually a path to heartache and manipulation. Join us as our host Sandra Reich and frequent guest Melissa Hindley talk about how we can open our eyes to the truth of such relationships. It is possible to break the pattern of enmeshment and break through to freedom—to that place where we are able to give and receive true love!!

Duration:00:51:03

Creating Deep Family Bonds

12/6/2018
Family time is important. This seems especially true as we head into this holiday season. Most of us have ideals for how we want our family to bond and interact. We know that a strong family gives its members the support they need to make it through life’s toughest spots. But, creating that bond is easier said than done – especially in our busy culture with its demanding schedules. How can you create a solid foundation and build into your family? Listen in as Sandra and Georgia talk about practical ways to create strong family bonds. It’s never too late to start!

Duration:00:57:31

Investing the Time to Thrive as a Couple

11/29/2018
Do you ever wonder why some couples “make it” and some do not? When you think about it, it’s a little bit miraculous that any two people from different worlds get together and make love last for long stretches of time. Although it may seem like magic, it really is not. It’s not a formula either because every couple is different. But research shows us that there ARE some trends and commonalities in those healthy relationships. Join Sandra and Maite as they talk about the latest research in cultivating thriving couple relationships.

Duration:00:55:10

When Cognitive Dissonance is Your Friend

11/15/2018
Do you ever feel like a hypocrite? You know, when you claim to believe or do one thing while living out the opposite? At some level we all have seasons of hypocrisy. The only people who don’t are perfect! And we haven’t seen many of those types!! Hypocrisy is a kind of cognitive dissonance – that uncomfortable feeling we have when two attitudes or behaviors, don’t match up in our lives. This dissonance doesn’t have to be a bad thing! Sometimes it’s a good thing that leads to change. Join us as Sandra and Melissa discuss how this cognitive dissonance can lead to a deliberate, reflective mode that allows us to bring our behaviors back into line with who we want to become.

Duration:00:53:13

Encore: Does your psychological make up and your real make up have anything in common?

11/8/2018
Sandra is joined by beauty expert and host of BEaUty Inside and Out- Bonnie Bonadeo to discuss what real beauty really means in terms of thoughts, psychological make up and even of course real make up. What is the connection between psychology and being beautiful inside and out? You might be surprised. Join Sandra and Bonnie for a fascinating hour Straight talking about Beauty Inside and Out

Duration:00:55:58