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The Crappy Mate PodcastMaintaining a Relationship After the Loss of a Child Part II with Tamara GabrielIn Part II of Maintaining a Relationship After the Loss of a Child, we are joined by Tamara Gabriel the Founder of Healing Hugs. Tamara shares her story of the loss of her daughter. Following the loss of her daughter, Tamara founded Healing Hugs to help other parents who have lost a child.2025-01-1017 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastThe Holidays and Its Impact on Relationships Part IIIn this episode we continue to talk about stressors during the holidays, including loss, divorce, substance use, and social expectations.2024-12-2717 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastHolidays and the Impact on Relationships Part IIn this episode we will be talking about the stressors around the holidays and how these impact couples.2024-12-0613 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastHow Do I Find My Mate? Part iiIn this episode we will go through the Exercise on How to Find a Mate and discuss a number of qualities that a person may look for in a mate. Each person's list will tailored to the individual.2024-11-1515 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastWork and Work Schedules Impact on RelationshipsIn this episode we look at the impact of work or lack work on the relationship. We discuss Night Shift work, long distance relationships due to work, and erratic work schedules.2024-11-1523 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastHow Do I Find My Mate? Part IIn this episode we look at the elements that go into finding a mate. We will present an exercise that our listeners can use to help them in their quest in finding a mate.2024-10-2515 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastMedications and Its Impact on RelationshipsIn this episode we discuss issues around taking prescribed medications and the impact of the couple. We explore attitudes and biases around the use of medications, particularly psychiatric medications.2024-10-2518 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastWhat is Love?In this episode we discuss the development of love in a relationship. We will address the differences between early romantic and mature love.2024-10-0417 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastLiving with a Narcissistic Partner Part IIIn this episode we will be discussing the challenges of living with a partner with Narcissism. We will provide Helpful Hints to help support the partner and to sustain the relationship.2024-09-1322 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastLiving with a Narcissistic Partner Part IIn this episode we will be describing personality disorders, features of Narcissistic Personality Disorder and begin discussing the implications on relationships. In episode II we will further discuss living with a partner with NPD or a partner with narcissistic traits.2024-08-2318 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastMaintaining Relationships after the death of a ChildIn this episode we discuss the painful topic of losing a child by way of death. We discuss different ways of grieving, the behavioral changes seen in individuals after the death of a child, and we speak about the changes in the romantic relationship.2024-07-1223 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastLiving with a Partner with ADHD Part IIIn this episode we explore the challenges of living with a partner with ADHD. We present Helpful Hints to manage feelings, behaviors, and situations while living with a partner with this diagnosis.2024-06-2122 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastLiving with a Partner with ADHD Part IIn this episode we describe the signs and symptoms or ADHD in adults.2024-06-0714 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastLiving with a Partner with Bipolar Disorder Part IIIn this episode we discuss what it is like living with a mate who is diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. We present Helpful Hints to help manage feelings, behaviors, and situations that may arise while living with a mate with this diagnosis.2024-05-2426 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastLiving with a Partner with Bipolar Disorder Part IIn this episode we will be describing the signs and symptoms of Bipolar Disorder. This episodes also lists resources for learning about the condition.2024-05-1015 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastLiving with a Partner with Depression Part IIIn this episode we continue to explore what it is like to live with a partner who is experiencing depression. We will present skills to help in creating a more loving and compassionate stance with our partner. And, we have a number of Helpful Hints to help one establish a more loving and supportive environment.2024-04-2619 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastLiving with a Partner who has Depression Part 1In this episode we will be defining Depression and exploring what it is like to live with a partner who suffers from depression. We offer Helpful Hints on managing this situation.2024-04-1220 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastLiving with a Partner with Mental IllnessIn this episode we discuss and define mental illness and begin to explore what it is like living with a partner with mental illness. We will provide helpful hints for any partner living with a mate with mental illness.2024-03-2922 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastFair Fighting Part IIIn this second part of the Fair Fighting for couples, we describe further how to correctly resolve conflicts and how to preserve the caring and love that exists in a committed relationship.2024-03-0822 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastHow to Fight Fairly Part IIn this episode we will be discussing how to settle arguments and disagreements in a manner that is respectful for both parties.2024-03-0121 minThe Crappy Mate Podcast111: Am I Financially Responsible?In this episode we will be exploring Question #10 of the Crappy Mate Quiz: Am I financially responsible?2024-02-2318 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastThe Crappy Mate Podcast: Am I honest with myself and my mate?In this episode we will be exploring the Crappy Mate Quiz Question, Am I honest with myself and my mate? We will discuss different forms of dishonesty and the impact on relationships.2024-02-1621 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastThe Crappy Mate Podcast: Do I take care of Myself Physically, Emotionally, Spiritually?We will be discussing the The Crappy Mate Quiz Question: Do I take care of myself Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually? How does this self care impact a relationship?2024-02-0914 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastThe Crappy Mate Podcast: Do I Share Decision-making with my mate?In this podcast we are exploring the question from The Crappy Mate Quiz, Do I Share Decision-making with my mate? We will be exploring healthy shared decision-making.2024-02-0218 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastThe Crappy Mate Podcast: Do I love and appreciate myself?We will be discussing Question number 6 on the Crappy Mate Podcast: Do I love and appreciate myself?2024-01-2621 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastThe Crappy Mate Podcast Question 3: Am I able to see my mate's Point of View?This episode discusses the Quiz item: Am I able to see my Mate's Point of View?2024-01-1914 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastThe Crappy Mate Podcast: Emotional AvailabilityToday we are discussing Question #5 on the Crappy Mate Podcast Quiz: Am I emotionally available for my mate?2024-01-0217 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastForgivenessWe discuss the Quiz Question, Am I able to forgive my mate?2024-01-0218 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastAppreciationWe will be discussing Question 2 of the Crappy Mate Quiz, Am I able to see and appreciate the strengths and weaknesses of my mate?2023-12-0415 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastConsiderationWe will be discussing the first question of the Quiz, Am I considerate of my mate?2023-12-0414 minThe Crappy Mate PodcastIntroduction to the Crappy Mate PodcastThis episode Introduces the Crappy Mate Podcast concept and introductions of the host and co-host.2023-12-0414 min