Best Shane Adamson Podcasts (2024)

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Self as Reflected in Relationships 56:20

6d ago56:20

56:20

Have you ever gotten annoyed at someone else, only to later realize it mirrored something in yourself that irritates you? Or noticed a pattern in some relationships that went south? "You take yourself wherever you go," says life coach Deb Blum, who focuses on helping women in the second half of their lives to cultivate a relationship with themselve…

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Reframing Self-Sabotaging Perceptions 34:13

26d ago34:13

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Lori Beard's book focuses on 7 steps of personal development. Today we dived deeper into negative perceptions and how to reframe these so they do not sabotage your life: Lori shares how her perception of not feeling good enough as a child keep parents to stay together in marriage impacted her self-esteem and views on love. She also explores how she…

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Leadership and Teamwork 1:02:22

2M ago1:02:22

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As an executive coach, Jelena Simpson leans heavily on the DISC personality assessment to help leaders understand their strengths and areas for improvement in working with their teams. And connecting with them is crucial, she says, because it keeps employees who value security and low conflict from "quiet quitting." She also points out that leaders…

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Personal Transformation 38:02

2M ago38:02

38:02

A dedicated mindset transformation coach specializing in trauma and abuse recovery, Shirley Buck draws from her own remarkable journey to help others. As an energy healer, she understands the intricate connection between mind, body, and spirit. Her personal healing has deepened her understanding of the transformative power of energy work and its ab…

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Healing Childhood Trauma 38:13

3M ago38:13

38:13

Have you ever wondered what going to an intensive 5-day therapy retreat is like? Shane reviews his experience at the Green Shoe Retreat, which focuses on healing the pain from childhood dysfunction in your family of origin. You might joke that "Our family put the 'fun' in 'dysfunction'," but in real life it can lead to problems with self-esteem, bo…

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Mindfulness, Mental Health, and Relationships 53:17

3M ago53:17

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Jacob Hess is lead author of The Power of Stillness: Mindful Living for Latter-day Saints. With Phil Neisser, he wrote You’re Not as Crazy as I Thought, But You’re Still Wrong, and is a former board member of the National Coalition of Dialogue & Deliberation. Jacob’s life work is dedicated to making space for thoughtful, good-hearted people to find…

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Benefits of Gratitude and Journaling 24:12

3M ago24:12

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Taking the time to reflect on what you're grateful for and writing down your thoughts both require the ability to detach from the inner dialogues in your brain, and with practice bring a host of therapeutic benefits. Shane details many in this short episode: improves awareness of perceptions & events in your life helps you prioritize problems, conc…

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Betrayal Trauma Healing, Part 2 37:04

4M ago37:04

37:04

Shane recently completed a training by APSATS (Association of Partner's of Sex Addicts Trauma Specialists. He shares some best practices for healing betrayal based on this healing. 1. Safety and Stabilization 2. Remembering and Mourning 3. Reconnecting and Reinventing Shane offers ideas and resources for healing and recovery based on his 15 years o…

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5 Stages in Healing from Betrayal Trauma 1:01:53

4M ago1:01:53

1:01:53

Guest Heidi Hastings is a sex and marriage researcher, educator, and advocate. She details the 5 stages women go through in trying to heal from a betrayal: Innocence/naivete Crisis Aftermath Healing Transformation "Women need women for healing," she says. Her research found that support groups were very helpful, not only in the crisis stage, but al…

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Music that Heals and Inspires 33:27

5M ago33:27

33:27

Kayla started singing along side her father on stage at the young age of 2. Over the years she has brought her music to school assemblies, worship services, and recently recorded her 2nd album entitled, "All Things New." Kayla's Christian faith has been very meaningful to her life and her music. Kayla explains that her style of music is to tell a s…

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Addiction and Loss 31:30

5M ago31:30

31:30

The lawsuit against Meta for allegedly harming teens with their addictive platforms. Opioids. Online porn. Addiction, and the resulting loss, touches us all at some time. Shane talks about the accusations that Facebook & Instagram harm teens’ mental health. He also gets into how addiction harms generally and how society can better support people in…

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Navigating Holidays with Family & 2024 Podcast Preview 21:32

7M ago21:32

21:32

Sometimes family dynamics can increase stress during holiday gatherings. Shane offers 7 tips to help you better navigate these reunions and reduce drama. The second half of the podcast Shane gives a sneak preview into episodes for 2024. Thanks to all of you for being supportive listeners of the show!…

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How Faith Strengthens Relationships: Romaree F. Herbert 52:15

7M ago52:15

52:15

Romaree's journey in her Jewish faith took a winding road—from feeling disconnected with her Reform upbringing in El Paso to renewed interest while experiencing antisemitism in Germany. She was in college when she decided to go to Israel to attend an Orthodox seminary for girls—an experience that led her to greater spirituality and connection with …

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How Faith Strengthens Relationships: Almas Muscatwalla 50:00

8M ago50:00

50:00

"He created you all from a single soul." How does this tenet from Islamic theology change the way we think about our relationships? A faithful Ismaili Muslim, Almas Muscatwalla explains that it helps to diffuse conflict if we see the other as having an equal right to their opinion. And no force. "No mother is going to drag their child to jamatkhana…

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How Faith Strengthens Our Relationships: the Bujnowskis 1:12:56

8M ago1:12:56

1:12:56

Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Aaron & Julie Bujnowski share how insights gained from prayer and personal revelation informed big decisions: Should we move? How should we tackle cancer treatment? They offer many other spiritual insights about personal development, loving relationships and how worship in the temple brings…

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6 Ways a Betrayer Can Improve Healing 23:58

9M ago23:58

23:58

1) Don't lie. How honesty heals 2) Have patience with self, spouse, and recovery. (Research shows it's a 1-5 year process) 3) Seek help. Involve >3 others in your healing journey 4) Improve your distress tolerance. Addiction is really about emotional management 5) Take full responsibility 6) Be proactive, be transparent, and fight for your spouse's…

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Summer Break and Fall Preview 10:46

11M ago10:46

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I am taking a break from releasing new episodes for July, August and September! August is my daughter Noel's wedding September-October is Recovery Foundations: Pathway to Hope with Janice Caudill. This is 6 week intensive designed for couples focusing on betrayal trauma, problematic sexual behavior and broken trust in marriage. To learn more go to …

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Talking to Teens About Sex part 2 48:29

1y ago48:29

48:29

What does a healthy relationship look like? What are signs of an abusive relationship? What do you know about the LGBTQ community? Starting conversations with your teens about what's already in their minds and going on around them can be eye-opening and the increased communication helps your relationship. Find out more from EducateEmpowerKids.org, …

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Talking to Your Kids About Sex 46:56

1y ago46:56

46:56

Are you waiting for your kids to start the conversation? Don’t! Dina Alexander, author of multiple books for parents, urges you to “Get comfortable with being uncomfortable. Our kids are being exposed to a thousand percent more sexualized media than you & I ever were. And because of that, we need to be proactive and allow our kids to know they have…

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Building a Community 33:01

1y ago33:01

33:01

Brian Schoepf and Jen Rodriguez purchased Crossfit Slake in March of 2020. The timing couldn't have been worse. They found a way to survive the challenges with Covid and built a thriving crossfit community over the past 3 years. In this episode, they share their wisdom of focusing on both fitness and building a community. Learn more about Crossfit …

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Navigating the Empty Nest Stage of Life 47:46

1y ago47:46

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Peyton and Tony have been married for 36 years and are active “empty nesters.” They moved to Aubrey, TX in 2019 after living in Plano for over 22 years, where they raised three boys. Their oldest son is married and lives in the Los Angeles area, close to their youngest son. Their middle son is also married and lives in Ft. Worth. Peyton is a person…

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The Gremlins of Hard Emotions and Low Confidence 40:53

1y ago40:53

40:53

Podcaster Carmen Hecox is passionate about helping women navigate midlife with more confidence and purpose. She interviewed Shane about his 3 components of self-confidence, what gets in the way, and how to overcome. (Not a surprise: This advice works for men and women of every age!) Some nuggets: A quiet mind, calm heart, and self-compassion lead t…

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Protecting Children from Sexual Harm 30:53

1y ago30:53

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The statistics are staggering: 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys will be sexually abused before age 18. But parents CAN be proactive in starting conversations with their children, watching for changes in behavior, and listening. Cynthia Gambill works with nonprofit organization Saprea, which offers resources to help not only victims heal, but parents pr…

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Healing from Sexual Abuse 37:53

1+ y ago37:53

37:53

One in 5 children will be sexually abused before they turn 18, according to nonprofit charity Saprea. The trauma from abuse can last decades, but healing is possible, with help and support for survivors. Cynthia Abrea explains how the programs at their free retreats for adult female survivors do that. Minute 16:00 What happens in Saprea retreats Mi…

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Bringing Play and Passion to the Bedroom 51:56

1+ y ago51:56

51:56

Dr. Watson helps couples liven up their sexual intimacy. She shares ideas around role plays, fantasy, novelty, and spontaneity. She has a wonderful assessment tool called Best Sex Conversations which helps couples identify things that enhance vs reduce sexual desire. You can hear more of Dr Watson at her Foreplay Radio podcast here.…

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Coping with Differences in Sexual Desire 50:21

1+ y ago50:21

50:21

"One of the really important pillars of a marriage is our emotional connection and our sexual connection," says therapist Dr. Laura Watson, author of the book Wanting Sex Again. But if a low-T male still has four times the testosterone levels of a normal 18 to 22-year-old female, how do couples overcome this difference?…

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Tools for a Stronger Marriage 49:29

1+ y ago49:29

49:29

Therapist Terri Burns shares what "Masters of Marriage" do that "Disasters in Marriage" don't. (Hint: Put more deposits in their emotional bank account.) Her steps to conflict resolution take a page from FBI negotiation tactics: Start with the assumption of similarity. You & the other side are not that far off—you both want the same things. Only af…

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Hold Me Tight Couples Weekend Workshop Overview 39:52

1+ y ago39:52

39:52

Hold Me Tight is a two-day workshop based on the emotional focused couples therapy model created by Sue Johnson. Over 70% of couples who seek marital help using this model report feeling satisfied and happier than before therapy. The focus of the workshop is couples practice doing the 7 conversations for a lifetime of love which comes from the book…

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How Faith Helps Us Grieve 49:10

1+ y ago49:10

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Saying the mourner's Kaddish, preparations for burial, and memorial services: rituals with our faith community help us know what to do in the disorienting days and months after we lose a loved one. They vary between faith traditions and get personalized within families, but all can bring comfort when we need it most. Guest Meli Solomon, host of the…

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2022 Review and Looking Forward to 2023 13:44

1+ y ago13:44

13:44

Shane reflects on the past year of favorite episodes and the feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment that comes from fulfilling his dream of launching a podcast. He gives a sneak peak to 2023 episode topics. Shane also invites others to join him in a journey of self-love with the 2023 Self-love Challenge. You can learn more by opening your Faceb…

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Ways to Develop Self-Love 39:08

1+ y ago39:08

39:08

Troy Love is our first return guest! His episode on "letting the love -in and healing relationship trauma" was the top downloaded episode for 2022. We are opening our 2023 by inviting others to join our self-love challenge. In this episode, Troy Love and I discuss how a foundation of compassion and self-love will impact the choices that you make ea…

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Everyday Hero: Scott McKnight on Living by Your Core Beliefs 38:38

1+ y ago38:38

38:38

For his 80th birthday, Scott had bookmark cards printed that listed truths to live by that he gave as gifts to family and friends. Included are sayings from John Rockefeller and Scott’s own remarkable life as a rancher, COO of Fuller Brush Company, father of 6 children, and grandfather of many. See if you don’t find his stories as delightful as we …

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Science of Love & Bonding in Marriage 49:05

1+ y ago49:05

49:05

Did you know that having an emotional bond with another person during a trial helps calm your nervous system? We are built for connection. Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps couples figure out where they get stuck in their relationship. Hear Dr. Belle, host of the EFT show "We Heart Therapy" on YouTube, talk about how she works with couples to help …

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Raising Adults: Future-Focused Parenting & Blended Families 53:34

1+ y ago53:34

53:34

In this episode, we cover common struggles that parents face and how approaching these from a "future-focused" parenting model can be effective. Deana Thayer, co-host of the popular parenting podcast Raising Adults, shares the 3 pillars of future-focused parenting: How to be more intentional and less crisis-management oriented The challenge of exce…

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Finding Peace 51:05

2y ago51:05

51:05

Shane leans on his courage to be vulnerable and share his personal experience of healing some relationship wounds from his life. He highlights his experience of using the Finding Peace method developed by Troy Love. In this episode you will learn about 6 common attachment wounds, how to recognize shame shadows in your life, and ways to heal your wo…

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How Emotional Intimacy Heals Marriages 45:04

2y ago45:04

45:04

How much time do you spend together that is uninterrupted, when you're not distracted? What are you doing for each other to develop that emotional intimacy? Some research shows dual-income couples may spend as little as 2 hours a week. And yet Gottman-trained therapist Bob Good describes emotional intimacy as "the power washing system to heal every…

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Finding Your Personal Power after Divorce 51:54

2y ago51:54

51:54

How do you regain your footing, take control of your finances, and find your way forward post-divorce? Coach Claire Wells tackles these topics as she shares her personal journey and how you can take control of the story in a way that empowers your personal growth. You can find her at www.coachingwithclaire.com. She often works with women who are do…

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Summer Break July-August 2022 2:27

2y ago2:27

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Hello Everyone! Thanks to your support we reached 500 downloads in 5 months! I am not releasing episodes in July or August. Here is a line-up of episodes that will release starting September 2022. Bob Good will talk about strengthening marriage. He is John Gottman level-3 trained and has 3 years of counseling experience to draw from to share his fa…

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Lark & Janine—A Gay Love Story 34:28

2y ago34:28

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Lark is one of the first children in her working-class family from El Paso, TX to pursue higher education. She announces during our show her plan to retire from practicing law as an attorney in TX and CO. She explains that during her early years relationships were challenging. She was blessed to have two wonderful children Leo and Beth before findi…

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Understanding Loving Relationships in the LGBTQI+ Community 50:43

2y ago50:43

50:43

Gary Kindley shares his story of creating his love story with his husband and his observations of loving relationships within the LGBTQ community. He is trained as a professional counselor and pastor. He offers some important information to consider from his life experiences and living in a gay relationship for over 20 years. You can reach Gary at …

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Pride Month: Understanding Gay Loving Relationships 50:40

2y ago50:40

50:40

A. Todd Jones shares his experiences as a professor, artist, and coach as a gay man. He has learned about himself and love through his marriage with his partner of nearly 10 years. He shares about his experience as a "keeper of Christmas" A. Todd also offers advice for maintaining a long-term committed gay marriage and other ideas from his experien…

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Talking to Young Children about Porn 57:12

2y ago57:12

57:12

As a parent, how do you make tough talks with your kids about pornography more comfortable? Kristen Jenson, author of Good Pictures, Bad Pictures, discusses ways parents can help their kids understand what porn is, why it's harmful, and what to do about it. Her approach aims to keep the conversations with parents going. Check out more from Kristen …

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Importance of Boundaries in Loving Relationships 46:38

2y ago46:38

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Boundaries--why do we need them in healthy relationships? Because they both protect us and show respect to others. Tune in to learn tools to practice setting boundaries for yourself and how to handle "steamrollers"--people who don't respect your boundaries. Your relationships will be better for it! To learn more about D2 Counseling services see the…

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Ritual & Tradition in Family Bonding 38:26

2y ago38:26

38:26

Crossing threshholds in life, receiving comfort from the "poor sweet baby blanket," and walking under the full-moon with dad: Author Meg Cox and former journalist for the Wall Street Journal and Washington Post describes how she came to realize the power of rituals in strengthening bonds between family members and friends. Check out the introductio…

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Power of 12-step and Self-Love 57:47

2y ago57:47

57:47

Most people who get caught up in addictions are bound down by shame. Hear the story of Celeste, whose journey to health and self-love came through fellowship in a 12-step program. "Like the Velveteen Rabbit [from the children's book]: by the time you're really loved, you've got most of your fur rubbed off, your eyes pop off, and you're loose in the…

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Healing a Marriage after Betrayal 49:04

2y ago49:04

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What helps? And can it even be saved? The answer is yes, with help for both partners. He needs to lean into her pain, acknowledge and validate it, and be fully transparent and accepting of boundaries. She needs a support network and to focus on self-care. Love is bigger than pain. References I mention in the podcast: Geoff Steurer's article His Rec…

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Let the Love In--Healing Relationship Trauma and Finding Peace 50:39

2+ y ago50:39

50:39

We are wired for human connection. What gets in our way? That's what counselor and best-selling author Troy L. Love discusses with Shane in this episode. Relationship trauma and the different voices of shame all keep us from reaching out or meaningfully connecting with others. Learn how to let the love in! Check out his book Finding Peace on Amazon…

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Strengthen Your Marriage Challenge & Geeking-out on Romantic Love 41:57

2+ y ago41:57

41:57

This episode has two parts: 1) Shane introduces the strengthen your marriage challenge, an assessment tool for evaluating 6 areas of intimacy, and numerous suggested activities for intimacy building. A 12-month tracking system is provided for you to set goals & evaluate your progress. Download the 5-page PDF of the Strengthen Your Marriage Challeng…

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Overcoming Loneliness and Deepening Friendships 51:05

2+ y ago51:05

51:05

Tony Bacigalupo experienced loneliness as an independent consultant in the IT industry. He developed New Work Cities as way to bring together many who were working from home and struggling with feeling isolated. Now as the community program manager at Smart Passive Income, Tony seeks to eradicate the epidemic of loneliness by showing people how to …

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Creating a Tech-healthy Family 50:03

2+ y ago50:03

50:03

As a stay-at-home mother of 5 with a degree in secondary education, Andrea has tested the ideas she presents within her own family as well as others in the Better Screen Time community. She and husband Tyler created a structure for conversations with children and teens (including this TED talk by Adam Alter) to help them develop the skill of discer…

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