Relationship Doctor

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  How your bedtime routine impacts your relationship 15.08.2026 8min

  On a road trip, tackling a summer cleanup, or just catching up on podcasts? QDT has you covered with Summer Saturday encores from your favorite shows. See the full Summer Saturday lineup on Spotify and enjoy this episode, which first aired in January 2022.Episode 45: What does your bedtime routine say about your relationship? More than you might think. In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, breaks down the science behind bedtime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  There's no such thing as a perfect person 08.08.2026 7min

  On a road trip, tackling a summer cleanup, or just catching up on podcasts? QDT has you covered with Summer Saturday encores from your favorite shows. See the full Summer Saturday lineup on Spotify and enjoy this episode, which first aired in October 2021!Summer Saturdays: Best of QDT | Episode 34: Does online dating feel more like a game and less like a process of finding your right person? Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains why having too many choices in your dating apps may actually lead you to be less satisfied in your resulting relationships.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Stop comparing you and your partner to "perfect" online relationships 03.08.2026 7min

  On a road trip, tackling a summer cleanup, or just catching up on podcasts? QDT has you covered with Summer Saturday encores from your favorite shows. See the full Summer Saturday lineup on Spotify and enjoy this episode, which first aired in October 2021!Episode 32: Perfect relationships don't exist. So why do we pretend they do when we look at other couples on social media? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains how social comparisons can negatively affect your relationship!Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  The truth behind 4 common relationship myths 25.07.2026 8min

  On a road trip, tackling a summer cleanup, or just catching up on podcasts? QDT has you covered with Summer Saturday encores from your favorite shows. See the full Summer Saturday lineup on Spotify and enjoy this episode, which first aired in January 2022.47. Do you believe that all disagreement is destructive? Or that your partner has to be able to read your mind? This week, the Relationship Doctor breaks down 4 common myths that can damage our relationships.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  What kind of flirt are you? 18.07.2026 8min

  On a road trip, tackling a summer cleanup, or just catching up on podcasts? QDT has you covered with Summer Saturday encores from your favorite shows. See the full Summer Saturday lineup on Spotify and enjoy this episode, which first aired in August 2020. Did you know that there are actually five different flirting styles? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains why flirting is an important part of starting new relationships and maintaining established ones.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  How to Thrive in a Relationship Even If You Have Anxious Attachment Style 20.06.2026 10min

  If you often find yourself worrying that your partner is going to leave you, you aren't irrational—you might just have an anxious attachment style. And if you're among the one in five adults with anxious attachment style, you're probably extra sensitive to signs of emotional danger in a relationship.In this episode, Dr. Stephen Snyder explains how relationship anxiety operates and why a natural sensitivity to emotional danger can accidentally trigger self-sabotaging "protest behaviors" (like spam-texting or freezing your partner out). Shifting the focus away from trying to "fix" yourself, Dr. Snyder shares four practical strategies to help you accept your needs, look for a partner who can provide genuine security, and learn to co-manage your anxiety for a stronger, healthier bond.Key Takeaways:Understand Anxious Attachment: Why your intense need for reassurance is a biological trait, not a flaw.Identify Protest Behaviors: Spot the hidden ways anxiety causes us to test our partners.Look for the "Three Rs": Why you need a partner who is Reliable, Reassuring, and Real.Speak Up Early: How to communicate your security needs upfront without shame.Encore Episode: This episode originally aired December 22nd, 2019.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Understanding Your Love Language 13.06.2026 9min

  It's really not that hard to identify someone's "love language." Just notice what they most complain about!Encore Episode: This episode originally aired August 5th, 2019To learn more, visit QuickandDirtyTips.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  The Beginning of the End, Episode 3: Jessie 09.08.2022 14min

  This is The Beginning of the End, a Relationship Doctor mini-series from author and podcaster Jessie Stephens. Jessie's debut book, Heartsick, follows three stories of heartbreak, the kind of heartbreak that upends a life, and puts words around a brand of grief that we, as a culture, do not respect enough.In this three-part mini-series, Jessie shares three brand new stories, unique to the podcast. In episode three, Jessie turns inwards, and tells us her own story of heartbreak.Purchase Heartsick:AmazonBookshop.orgAudibleRead a transcript of this episode on Simplecast.Relationship Doctor is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  The Beginning of the End, Episode 2: Laura 02.08.2022 23min

  This is The Beginning of the End, a Relationship Doctor mini-series from author and podcaster Jessie Stephens. Jessie's debut book, Heartsick, follows three stories of heartbreak, the kind of heartbreak that upends a life, and puts words around a brand of grief that we, as a culture, do not respect enough.In this three-part mini-series, Jessie shares three brand new stories, unique to the podcast. In episode two, we hear the story of Laura.Purchase Heartsick:AmazonBookshop.orgAudibleRead a transcript of this episode on Simplecast.Relationship Doctor is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  The Beginning of the End, Episode 1: Samantha 26.07.2022 14min

  This is The Beginning of the End, a Relationship Doctor mini-series from author and podcaster Jessie Stephens. Jessie's debut book, Heartsick, follows three stories of heartbreak, the kind of heartbreak that upends a life, and puts words around a brand of grief that we, as a culture, do not respect enough.In this three-part mini-series, Jessie shares three brand new stories, unique to the podcast. In episode one, we hear the story of Samantha.Purchase Heartsick:AmazonBookshop.orgAudibleRead a transcript of this episode on Simplecast.Relationship Doctor is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  What is Ethical Non-Monogamy? 22.03.2022 14min

  This week, we're dropping an episode from another great podcast here on Quick and Dirty Tips—The Savvy Psychologist.Listen to the Savvy Psychologist in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  How Parenthood Changes Your Relationship 15.02.2022 10min

  How can you maintain your relationship after the birth of your first child? Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, looks at the research.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the Relationship Doctor podcast. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/quickdirtytipshttps://twitter.com/quickdirtytips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Don’t Let Valentine’s Day Ruin Your Relationship 08.02.2022 9min

  Stressed out by Valentine's Day? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains how you can make your Valentine's Day special instead of stressful. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  What Kind of Flirt Are You? 01.02.2022 8min

  Did you know that there are actually five different flirting styles? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains why flirting is an important part of starting new relationships and maintaining established ones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Can Singlehood Be a Satisfying Alternative to Romantic Relationships? 25.01.2022 7min

  Living as a single person has become an increasingly popular choice for American adults in the last 10 years. In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains why singlehood can lend itself to life satisfaction and happiness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  The Truth Behind 4 Common Relationship Myths 18.01.2022 8min

  Do you believe that all disagreement is destructive? Or that your partner has to be able to read your mind? This week, the Relationship Doctor breaks down 4 common myths that can damage our relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Why Is It Hard for Couples to Talk About Money? 11.01.2022 10min

  Are you afraid to discuss finances with your partner? Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, explains why talking about your finances is important, even if it may be uncomfortable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  How Your Bedtime Routine Impacts Your Relationship 03.01.2022 8min

  What does your bedtime routine say about your relationship? More than you might think. In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, breaks down the science behind bedtime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Should You Set New Year’s Resolutions with Your Partner? 27.12.2021 18min

  In this week's episode of Relationship Doctor, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt is joined by Dr. Nanika Coor of Project Parenthood and Dr. Monica Johnson of Savvy Psychologist for a panel episode on New Year's Resolutions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  What Gifts Will Have the Biggest Impact on Your Relationship? 20.12.2021 11min

  Do you struggle to find the perfect gift for your partner? In this episode, Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt, the Relationship Doctor, breaks down the science behind why we give gifts and what research says is the best kind of gift for your partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.