Whether it’s an inside joke or an evening tradition, rituals reinforce shared meaning between couples. This week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella consults couples therapist Zach Brittle, LMCH how rituals and shared meaning make or break a relationship.

Based in Seattle, Washington, Zach Brittle, LMCH is a Certified Gottman Therapist and Certified Relational Life Therapist. The best-selling author of The Relationship Alphabet, as well as the Marriage Therapy Journal, Zach Brittle, LMCH’s writings and ideas have graced the pages of media outlets by the likes of Men’s Health and the Washington Post. Currently, Zach Brittle, LMCH hosts a relationships podcast, Marriage Therapy Radio.

In this episode, Zach Brittle, LMCH sheds light on the reason behind the prominence of shared meaning in successful relationships. Additionally, he distinguishes couple routines from rituals, emphasizing on the importance of both recurring activities in a relationship.

Together, Marie and Zach Brittle, LMCH canvass the various ways in which couples can easily incorporate rituals into their daily lives, and discuss opportune times to reassess such rituals. So, tune in this week for an insightful episode teeming with expert advice on rejuvenating your relationship with shared meaning and rituals!

Visit Zach Brittle, LMCH’s work: Website: www.zachbrittle.com Marriage Therapy Radio Podcast: www.marriagetherapyradio.com

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Ever wondered how a simple swipe turns into a potentially life-changing connection? This week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews licensed marriage and family therapist Anna Elton, LMFT, CST, PhD on what flirting looks like in the digital age.

Aside from her therapy practice, Anna Elton, LMFT, CST, PhD is a PhD candidate in clinical sexology, mental health advocate, and the author of numerous therapeutic books. With a passion for destigmatizing mental health issues, Anna Elton, LMFT, CST, PhD has not only shared her expertise in family therapy and mental wellness on a slew of major media networks, but has also founded non-profit organization I Care We All Care.

In this episode, Anna Elton, LMFT, CST, PhD delves into how digital flirting has transformed through the years, from the classic ‘poking’ on Facebook, to the more recent phenomenon of ‘sliding into [one’s] direct messages’ or liking someone’s Instagram story. But that aside, Anna Elton, LMFT, CST, PhD reveals the downsides of technology in courtship, such as the blurring of boundaries and gray areas.

Together, Marie and Anna Elton, LMFT, CST, PhD discuss some useful flirting etiquette guidelines and how they apply to online mediums. So, tune in this week for an enlightening episode on what to do and avoid on your digital flirting endeavors!

Visit Anna Elton, LMFT, CST, PhD’s work on the following platforms: Website: https://annalmft.com Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/contributors/anna-elton-lmft

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Some take mere weeks to move on from a breakup, while others take years, but one thing is certain: getting over a past love is never easy. This week on Reloscope: The Relationships Science Insights Podcast, host Lu Ngo interviews divorce coach Sallyanne Hartnell on what it takes to find closure and acceptance after a relationship ends.

As a multi-award-nominated divorce coach and strategist, Sallyanne Hartnell supports clients through every stage of a relationship transition, from separation to divorce and beyond. With a balance of nurturing emotional support and objective, practical guidance, Sallyanne empowers her clients to manage intense emotions and make grounded, well-considered decisions.

In this episode, Sallyanne highlights that, while our partner should not be expected to fulfill all of our needs, it may be time to reevaluate the relationship if our non-negotiable needs are not being met, our personal values are diminished, or our boundaries are repeatedly crossed.

Together, Lu and Sallyanne weigh up habits that may prove effective in finding acceptance post-relationship. So, tune in this week to learn how to close one chapter and open the next with confidence and clarity!

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Are you tired of swiping left and right with no real connection? So are we. This week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Lu Ngo consults dating coach Karina Chapman on the principles of conscious dating and why it matters for authentic connection.

Based in Adelaide, South Australia, Karina Chapman is a natural storyteller and facilitator with a background in the business, education and communication industries. With a passion for connecting with people, Karina believes that we are all connected, and has developed a method of connection dubbed the ‘Conscious Connection’ that helps individuals connect with any type of person they’d like to attract, whether it’s clients and employees for their business, friends, or the romantic partner of their dreams.

In this episode, Karina Chapman reveals that she views conscious dating as a deliberate journey of dating, outlining the various aspects of conscious dating and how they contribute to attaining authentic connections. Additionally, she sheds light on her background in hairdressing and education, and how those roles highlighted the power of making authentic connections with people.

Together, Lu and Karina Chapman exchange personal anecdotes of their dating experiences, and discuss useful habits that will be sure to support individuals in their conscious dating journeys. So, whether you’re single, dating, or simply curious about building deeper relationships, tune in to this episode for insights on transforming the way you approach love and connection!

Visit Karina Chapman’s work: https://karinachapman.com/

Connect with Karina Chapman via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karina-chapman-6a48b19/

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It is rather enigmatic, how we tend to feel intensely drawn to some people, while others leave us with nothing but a strong desire to walk away. So, this week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella consults social and personality psychologist Dylan Selterman.

An associate professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at John Hopkins University, teaches courses on social attraction, the psychology of happiness, and introductory psychology. Additionally, he studies romantic attraction and dating, patterns of dreaming, psychological well-being, morals, ethics, and political psychology. On top of that, Dylan Selterman has published original research in numerous journals, from Social Psychological and Personality Science, to The Journal of Sex Research. He also has a monthly column, The Resistance Hypothesis, and a podcast called A Bit More Complicated, to his name.

In this episode, Dylan Selterman starts by sharing his definition of attraction, and elaborating on both internal and external factors that influence attraction. He reveals that while personality traits play a role in attraction and forming relationships, it’s not quite in the manner most people assume it to be.

Together, Marie and Dylan Selterman touch on concepts like ‘opposites attract’ and the halo effect, and weigh up activities and exercises that may prove useful in maintaining attraction in long-term relationships. So, tune in this week for an episode chock full of attractive insights!

Visit Dylan Selterman’s work on the following platforms: Website: https://www.dylanselterman.com/ John Hopkins University: https://pbs.jhu.edu/directory/dylan-selterman/

Connect with Dylan Selterman via the following platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seltermosby/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@seltermosby/ Twitter: https://x.com/seltermosby/

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Ever wondered why your early relationship experiences tend to unfold similarly? This week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella picks the brain of postdoctoral research fellow Marissa D. Nivison, Ph.D. to find out how attachment shapes our relationship beginnings.

Having received her Ph.D. in developmental psychology from the University of Minnesota, Marissa D. Nivison, Ph.D. currently researches childhood maltreatment at the University of Calgary. Her research largely focuses on how early childhood relationships with parents shape attachment quality across the lifespan, including romantic relationships. Following the completion of her postdoctoral fellowship, Marissa aims to obtain a tenure-track professorship at a leading research university.

In this episode, Marissa D. Nivison, Ph.D. reveals that, from a child’s infancy, parents lead by example when it comes to relationship attitudes and behaviors. Additionally, she sheds light on what individuals can do to navigate through relationship transition periods with certainty.

Together, Marie and Marissa D. Nivison, Ph.D. address the role of healing relationships in a change of attachment styles, from anxious or avoidant, to secure. So, tune in this week as we explore the fascinating world of attachment theory and its impact on the early stages of romantic relationships!

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Technology has revolutionized the way we communicate and form relationship, offering a slew of opportunities. However, it has also introduced new challenges to trust and jealousy. This week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews communication and technology professor Marco Dehnert, Ph.D. on how technology shapes our emotions.

Situated at the University of Arkansas, Marco Dehnert, Ph.D.’s work focuses on how people communicate through and with machines, such as social robots, AI companions, or virtual reality. His research is regularly published in peer-reviewed international journals and handbooks. Additionally, Marco Dehnert, Ph.D.’s work integrates methods, concepts, and theories from a variety of disciplines and areas, including communication studies, social robotics, new materialism, as well as sexuality studies.

In this episode, Marco Dehnert, Ph.D. reveals the common triggers behind jealousy when technology is involved, such as social comparison, adding that algorithms play a huge role in limiting alternative perspectives.

Together, Marie and Marco Dehnert, Ph.D. discuss both the positive and negative effects of technology on relationship. So, tune in this week for a deep dive on the complexities of modern relationship, and learn healthy habits on maintaining connections in a technology-centric world.

Visit Marco Dehnert, Ph.D.’s work: https://www.marcodehnert.com/

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Ever wondered why you find yourself drawn to certain ‘types’ of partners? This week on Reloscope: The Relationship Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella sits down with Georgi Gardiner, a gender & sexuality studies professor, to investigate the uncanny occurrence.

Specializing in epistemology and meta-philosophy, Georgi Gardiner currently sits on the philosophy faculty at Tulane University. Previously, she held roles on the faculty and as a research fellow at the University of Tennessee and St. John’s College, Oxford University respectively. Fascinated by how people gather and how innovative gatherings can help individuals flourish, Georgi Gardiner also works on the philosophy of attention, sexuality, love, relationships, circus, risk, and the occult.

In this episode, Georgi Gardiner reveals that media, advertising, and language are among some of the main societal and cultural factors that shape our understanding of love, attraction and relationships. She sheds light on collective belief, and how its strength in any given culture may contribute to the mutability of one’s preferences.

Together, Marie and Georgi Gardiner weigh up ways to reflect on society’s influence on our romantic preferences. So, tune in this week for an insightful discussion about the culprits behind love’s blueprint, and discover tools for self-reflection!

Visit Georgi Gardiner’s work on the following platforms: Website: https://sites.google.com/site/georgigardiner/home/ Tulane University: https://liberalarts.tulane.edu/philosophy/people/fulltime-faculty/georgi-gardiner/ The Conversation: https://theconversation.com/profiles/georgi-gardiner-1508044/articles/

Connect with Georgi Gardiner via email: georgicloud9@gmail.com

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