Ep. 471: Building a Deeper Connection with Your Partner

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What’s the secret to lasting friendships? How does queer community show up through the ebbs and flows of life? And what’s the REAL story behind the “YMCA” song? In the first episode of Silver Linings, The Old Gays dive into an essential part of queer life: chosen family. They discuss the vital love, support, and sense of belonging that community provides, especially during life's toughest moments. They open up about what “queer” means to them, how chosen family has impacted their lives, and how to maintain close bonds over time–including their love for each other! “We’ve come a long way, baby.” Family isn’t just what you’re born with; it’s the people who show up, shape you, and stick around. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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6 Spots Left for Connect: A Couple’s Retreat May 15-19th

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JJ Flizanes and Doug Sandler are a dynamic couple dedicated to helping others create deeper, more fulfilling relationships through conscious connection, communication, and personal growth.

JJ Flizanes is an empowerment strategist, speaker, and bestselling author known for her transformative work in emotional fitness, law of attraction, and holistic health. With over two decades of experience in coaching and facilitating breakthroughs, JJ brings a unique blend of science, intuition, and practical tools to help couples strengthen their bond on every level—physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.

Doug Sandler is a business and relationship strategist, speaker, and podcasting expert who has built a career on guiding people toward success through authentic communication and intentional living. As co-host of the top-ranked "Nice Guys on Business" podcast and a best-selling author, Doug offers a wealth of insight into building lasting connections, both in business and in love. His grounded and lighthearted approach helps couples create deeper trust, navigate challenges, and infuse more joy into their relationships.

Together, JJ and Doug embody the power of conscious partnership, blending passion and playfulness with deep wisdom and practical strategies. Their own journey as a couple is a testament to the transformational power of self-awareness, intentional communication, and shared vision—elements they will help you cultivate during Connect: A 4-Night Couples Retreat in Sayulita, Mexico.

Join them for an unforgettable experience where you’ll reignite passion, rediscover connection, and create a love that thrives. ❤️

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Ep. 471: Building a Deeper Connection with Your Partner

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6 Spots Left for Connect: A Couple’s Retreat May 15-19th

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JJ Flizanes and Doug Sandler are a dynamic couple dedicated to helping others create deeper, more fulfilling relationships through conscious connection, communication, and personal growth.

Join them for an unforgettable experience where you’ll reignite passion, rediscover connection, and create a love that thrives. ❤️

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3 Spots Left! CONNECT: A Couple’s Retreat May 15-19th http://jjflizanes.com/couplesretreat Applications open for Healing the Mother Wound BETA http://jjflizanes.com/motherwound Find Your Tribe in Empower U- month to month membership http://jjflizanes.com/eu JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the creator of the Empowering Minds Network. JJ Flizanes works with conscious, spiritual truth seekers who want to remove emotional blocks to success. She helps people identify sabotaging patterns and transmute struggle into joy. Through a series of clarifying exercises, she is able to curate a personalized roadmap to emotional healing. JJ is passionate about empowering people with the knowledge and awareness of how they can live the life of their dreams. She is the Director of Invisible Fitness, a best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life and The Invisible Fitness Formula: 5 Secrets to Release Weight and End Body Shame. Named Best Personal Trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine, JJ has been featured in many national magazines, including Shape, Fitness, and Women’s Health as well as appeared on NBC, CBS, Fox, the CW and KTLA. Learn more http://jjflizanes.com…

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Applications Open for CONNECT: A Couple’s Retreat May 15-19th http://jjflizanes.com/couplesretreat Find Your Tribe in Empower U- month to month membership http://jjflizanes.com/eu JJ Flizanes and Doug Sandler are a dynamic couple dedicated to helping others create deeper, more fulfilling relationships through conscious connection, communication, and personal growth. JJ Flizanes is an empowerment strategist, speaker, and bestselling author known for her transformative work in emotional fitness, law of attraction, and holistic health. With over two decades of experience in coaching and facilitating breakthroughs, JJ brings a unique blend of science, intuition, and practical tools to help couples strengthen their bond on every level—physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Doug Sandler is a business and relationship strategist, speaker, and podcasting expert who has built a career on guiding people toward success through authentic communication and intentional living. As co-host of the top-ranked "Nice Guys on Business" podcast and a best-selling author, Doug offers a wealth of insight into building lasting connections, both in business and in love. His grounded and lighthearted approach helps couples create deeper trust, navigate challenges, and infuse more joy into their relationships. Together, JJ and Doug embody the power of conscious partnership, blending passion and playfulness with deep wisdom and practical strategies. Their own journey as a couple is a testament to the transformational power of self-awareness, intentional communication, and shared vision—elements they will help you cultivate during Connect: A 4-Night Couples Retreat in Sayulita, Mexico. Join them for an unforgettable experience where you’ll reignite passion, rediscover connection, and create a love that thrives. ❤️…

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Applications Open for CONNECT: A Couple’s Retreat May 15-19th http://jjflizanes.com/couplesretreat Find Your Tribe in Empower U- month to month membership http://jjflizanes.com/eu Feelings and Needs List http://jjflizanes.com/feelingslist JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the creator of the Empowering Minds Network. JJ Flizanes works with conscious, spiritual truth seekers who want to remove emotional blocks to success. She helps people identify sabotaging patterns and transmute struggle into joy. Through a series of clarifying exercises, she is able to curate a personalized roadmap to emotional healing. JJ is passionate about empowering people with the knowledge and awareness of how they can live the life of their dreams. She is the Director of Invisible Fitness, a best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life and The Invisible Fitness Formula: 5 Secrets to Release Weight and End Body Shame. Named Best Personal Trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine, JJ has been featured in many national magazines, including Shape, Fitness, and Women’s Health as well as appeared on NBC, CBS, Fox, the CW and KTLA. Learn more http://jjflizanes.com…

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Ep. 471: Building a Deeper Connection with Your Partner 42:51

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