Speaking Of Partnership: Personal Stories Of The Power And Payoffs Of Partnership

Polina Solda is the founder of Find Love and Keep It. Her first successful coaching client was herself. After earning her “Master’s Degree in dating” by going on over 100 dates, she challenged a NYC “player” to the game of “winning her love.” He proposed after six months of dating and became a devoted family man. Polina is a wife, mother, passionate entrepreneur and seasoned certified coach, who lives what she teaches. She specialized in helping smart professional women in big cities find love and keep it. Guiding Principle, Quote or Mantra [spp-tweet tweet="Done is better than perfect."] Tripped Up in a Partnership She had a blind spot of being so on guard that the people she would meet never got to know the real Polina. The “DUH” moment that changed your partnerships forever Her mother was her role model and she was very a very strong and independent woman. Here DUH moment was that if she did not shift this, she would not attract a strong man who would be her partner and have her back and be he

Bryan Reeves is a former US Air Force Captain turned Author, Coach and Speaker. He has triumphed through multiple dark nights of the soul after hurling himself into the transformational fires of intimate relationships over and over again. Bryan now coaches men, women and couples in creating thriving lives and relationships and has worked alongside Rev. Michael Beckwith, Marianne Williamson, Deepak Chopra, The Oracle of Tibet, Don Miguel Ruiz and others. He is a regular blog contributor to The Good Men Project, Elephant Journal, Raw Attraction Magazine, Sexy Conscious Awake and more. And his book “The Sex, Flirting, Dating, Hunting and Hoping Diet” is available on Amazon. Guiding Principle, Quote or Mantra [spp-tweet tweet="Get beneath the level of the complaint."] Tripped Up in a Partnership When Bryan was in a relationship with a woman and she said to him, “When I’m angry, I just want you to hold me.” He always thought that when she was angry, she was like an exploding bomb and that was the last th

Dr. Margaret Paul is a bestselling author, popular Huffington Post writer and co-creator of the powerful Inner Bonding® self-healing process, and the related SelfQuest® self-healing software program - recommended by actress Lindsay Wagner and singer Alanis Morissette. She has appeared on numerous radio and television shows (including Oprah). Her book titles include "Do I Have to Give Up Me to Be Loved By You”, "Healing Your Aloneness" and "Inner Bonding." Margaret holds a Ph.D. in psychology, is a relationship expert, public speaker, consultant and artist. She has successfully worked with thousands and taught classes and seminars for over 47 years. Guiding Principle, Quote or Mantra Gratitude is the mantra that keeps you present. Simply saying “Thank you God for…” Tripped Up in a Partnership She grew up being a caretaker of everyone around her and the problem with that was it made her ill from losing herself. Then she heard her inner child say “When is it my turn?” and that led her to make a de

Follow Your “Yes” Friday is about you.It is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”. Enjoy! Sandy Weinerhttps://speakingofpartnership.com/Episode 7 ()Not Following - Things were moving very quickly when she was dating her ex-husband. For example he was moving quickly, i.e. wanting to get engaged in 4 weeks and she held out for 6 weeks. Other deal breakers that she felt in her gut, but disregarded and ultimately they came back to bite her throughout her marriage. Following - She was asked to speak at a TEDx event and was petrified. But knew she wanted to speak and got the help she needed to make it a success.  Saying Yes to something th

Michael J. Russer is an international speaker, TEDx Alum, author and intimacy expert.  He also is a survivor of two forms of cancer who, along with his partner, has discovered how to achieve deep, connecting and mutually fulfilling intimacy in the face of full clinical impotence. He has been interviewed on radio and TV many times and he is a featured weekly Sex & Relationship writer for http://GoodMenProject.com (GoodMenProject.com) with his articles often appearing in major media like the Huffington Post and http://MariaShriver.com (MariaShriver.com) Guiding Principle, Quote or Mantra [spp-tweet tweet="Be in the moment and be willing to feel everything."] Tripped Up in a Partnership His tendency to shut down and focus on his work ended up alienating his wife and family and eventually driving them apart. This experience led him to his Dream Woman project and his current partner. The “DUH” moment that changed your partnerships forever He went into business with a friend and mentor who was a sile

Wendy Newman is a dating, sex and relationship expert who’s led hundreds workshops to thousands of people internationally. She’s done extensive research with men to help understand their point-of-view. Wendy is a compassionate fellow dater. She navigated her way through 121 first dates before she met her partner, Dave. Her book http://wendyspeaks.com./121-first-dates-the-book/ (121 First Dates: How to Succeed at Online Dating, Fall in Love and Live Happily Ever After (Really!)) is part tell-all, part dating guide. Quote or Mantra [spp-tweet tweet="My partner and I relate to each other like nobody is misbehaving...ever."] Tripped Up in a Partnership Wendy’s biggest trip up was her 12 year marriage. Because of the way that she was, not because of the way that he was….as much as we loved each other and I always got my way, there was no partnership. Her and Dave have a trick for keeping partnership available called a http://wendyspeaks.com/products/ (Full Moon Ritual) The “DUH” moment that changed you

Drs Joy & Roy Martina are an Intuitive Psychologist and a Holistic MD.  They are trainers, strategic business coaches and bestselling authors of over 60 books. This powerful couple has been teaching transformational workshops in Europe and China for many years and they are excited to now be bringing their knowledge and experience to the United States.  Joy and Roy are health food lovers, exercise maniacs, happiness addicts and never go to bed angry or stressed. They love working together as this fuses their gifts and talents so beautifully for the good of their clients.  And for anyone who has ever witnessed them working together you have seen the beautiful dance of partnership that they embody. Guiding Principle, Quote or Mantra Joy - What you do not want done for yourself, do not to others. Roy - What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. Tripped Up in a Partnership Roy - When he signed an agreement with a friend and business partner and literally signed his business away. Friendship

Sandy Weiner is the founder of Last First Date, and is devoted to helping women achieve healthy, off-the-charts love in the 2nd half of life. An internationally known TEDx speaker, she has contributed hundreds of articles to publications including the Huffington Post, Psychology Today, and The Good Men Project, and is the dating expert at Better After 50. She's also the host of Last First Date Radio Her specialty is in helping women communicate effectively, set clear boundaries in relationships, and value themselves. Guiding Principle, Quote or Mantra “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But people will never forget how you made them feel.” - Maya Angelou Tripped Up in a Partnership Sandy was uncomfortable with a business partnership she was in and ultimately the partnership collapsed right before they were going to launch their offering. What she learned is the importance of clarity. The “DUH” moment that changed your partnerships forever

Follow Your “Yes” Friday is about you.It is about you taking a step forward in your partnerships by taking action and applying at least one thing you heard from our guests during their interviews this week. On today’s episode, all of this week’s guests have generously provided BONUS MATERIAL, not included in the interviews you listened to earlier this week. Each one has provided incredible examples of the power of following your “Yes”. Enjoy! Jonathon Aslay https://speakingofpartnership.com/Episode%201 ()Not Following -In 2008 Jonathon did not follow his gut, his “Yes”, when it told him the stockbroker he was using, who was also a friend, was not the right person to be in charge of his money. Ultimately, not listening to his “Yes” ended up being a major contributor to losing nearly $1 million in the market. Following -He is following his “Yes” in the dating world right now without any expectation, agenda or pressure and it has been leading him to different pieces of the puzzle that he needs fo

Ken Page is a renowned psychotherapist and the author of the bestselling book http://www.kenpagelcsw.com/deeper-dating-home/ (Deeper Dating: How to Drop the Games of Seduction and Discover the Power of Intimacy). He is also a popular blogger for Psychology Today and the Huffington Post. He brings a research-backed message of hope to people seeking deeper love and intimacy in their lives. Quote or Mantra In Ken’s quiet moments when he is alone that he has insights into how he is not honoring love.  In the quiet moments when he is not in the heat of interaction with the world that something opens up in his heart and wisdom pours in. Tripped Up in a Partnership Story 1 - When dating, Ken assumed his partner was obtuse about what he needed, but Ken never asked for what he needed. And he would just get annoyed. Story 2 - Ken was in a very difficult period in a relationship where they were fighting and arguing a lot. He asked his partner if he still loved him. This answer will blow you away. T

Dr. Lara and Johnny Fernandez have a mission to empower single, conscious women through their relationships. Women from all over the world learn with Johnny and Lara through their deeply transformational and life-changing courses and programs. Every Spring, women travel the globe to attend their annual Love Breakthrough Weekend event in California. They have been happily married for over 15 years, and live in the San Francisco Bay area. Guiding Principle, Quote or Mantra Johnny - Happy wife, happy life. Being the best man and husband he can be is what allows this to happen Lara - Be a rebel. Be willing to think differently. Tripped Up in a Partnership Johnny - The time he was having a big argument with Lara and then realized he was not really arguing with her. He was in an argument with all his previous bad relationships. Lara - She learned from this episode that she can speak her truth and have him hear her. It reminded her the benefit of having a growth mindset. The “DUH” mome

Jeffrey Platts is a coach for men, who has a unique gift of helping men quickly clear out the "noise” so they can choose and create an amazing life that they didn't know was on the menu. He integrates his adventures as DJ, amateur stand-up comedian, salsa dancer and yoga teacher and world traveler into his work. Jeffrey believes that every man has a the right to choose the life he lives. There is no secret code to hack. But there are three necessary ingredients: awareness, choice and action. Guiding Principle, Quote or Mantra Be the source of what you want. Tripped Up in a Partnership Jeffrey was dating a great woman he was really into, but he tried to play it cool and not show his emotions. In turn, she withheld her feelings as well and ultimately she moved away and the relationship ended. Now he realizes that if he had just slowed down and been true to his feelings he could have avoided this disappointment. The “DUH” moment that changed your partnerships forever Jeffrey was really into the woman h

Chantal Lamontagne is a relationship coach who has built a reputation for reuniting separated couples by working with only one partner! Her motto is: To make love we have to touch , to touch one another we have to talk to each other, and to talk to one another we have to understand each other. She has developed the Sexship Love Concept and is the author of the best selling book, http://chantallamontagne.com/sexship/ (“Sexship Love, the Art of Sexual Intelligence.”) (This page is in French. Click on the "translate" page in Chrome if you need a different language.) Quote or Mantra “Love and intimacy are the root of what makes us sick and what makes us well. I am not aware of any other factor in medicine, not diet, not smoking, not exercise, not surgery that has a greater impact on the quality of our life, incidence of illness and premature death.” Dr. Dean Ornish Tripped Up in a Partnership “It was a ‘my heart was destroyed moment’ more than tripping. When the man I thought would be the

Jonathan Aslay is known as America’s Leading Midlife Dating & Relationship Coach. He is like A GUY SPY to the male mind who truly understands the way a single or divorced man thinks and acts. He is a successful entrepreneur, coach, speaker, and author of several titles including: Unlocking the Male Mind, Finding Love Online and Why Men Pull Away: 3 Ways to Keep Him Close. Partnership Quote “We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we're curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths.” - Walt Disney Tripped Up in a Partnership Jonathon’s marriage. “I knew nothing about how to be in a successful relationship. How to show up in a relationship. How to show up in partnership.” The “DUH” moment that changed your partnerships forever Chasing dates on the premiss of “you just never know.” Realizing that needed to know himself for that approach to work. Proudest moment in partnership When Jonathan recognized that relationship is a two way street

Ken Bechtel is a speaker, an educator and the producer and host of Speaking of Partnership. Having grown up on a farm in Central Illinois, he believed that not needing anyone was a good thing. He should be able to do it all himself.  And he wore the badge of self-sufficiency and independence proudly, until he realized it wasn't really a badge...it was armor and it was keeping him from having the amazing experiences that partnership provides. So he decided to partner with leaders from all walks of life to bring you stories of where they have tripped up and where they have triumphed in their partnerships. Ken’s passion is in helping you to experience the power and payoffs of partnership.  By understanding and appreciating the opposite sex, you can feel safe, confident and understood in your personal, professional and family partnerships. Ken lives in Colorado with his lady love, Anna, and their dog Mikey. Guiding Principle “Can’t never did anything.” - Wayne Bechtel Tripped Up in a Partnership W