Better Relationships, Better Life

Matt and Linda Lutz Better Relationships, Better Life with Judy Herman Episode 005: How High Energy Fun Can Strengthen Your Marriage Matt and Linda Lutz are a dynamic couple with an out of the ordinary life story who are passionate about unearthing the true potential buried deep within individuals and organizations. They have spent the last 30 years together in business and are still alive [and happily married] to tell about it. The majority of that time they spent 24 hours/7days a week together starting and running businesses, including a non-profit organization, owning rental property, and 21 years building and pastoring a church in NC.  Listen to this insightful episode of Better Relationships, Better Life, full of tips for a long-lasting and healthy marriage: Here is what to expect on this week’s show: ● How Matt and Linda went from meeting at a karaoke bar to a healthy, long-lasting marriage ● How Matt and Linda continually go back to their core values of spontaneity, fun, and adventure.  ● They described their parenting as unique by integrating their children into their “before children” lifestyle.  ● What Linda means when she says that one of the secrets of a healthy marriage is to “never doubt in the darkness” ● How Matt’s strong sense of cooperation was drilled into him in the Marine Corps, and how those lessons still help him in his relationships today  ● Why sometimes, you need to disregard any expectation for your life set before you by anyone else and live your own passions  Connect with Matt and Linda: WEBSITE: https://mattandlindalutz.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/mattandlindalutz/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/matt-and-linda-lutz/       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chloe Ballatore Better Relationships, Better Life with Judy Herman Episode 004: Yin and Yang of Relationships Chloe Ballatore is a Relationship & Communication Expert; and a graduate of Princeton University and the WANT Institute. She uses tools derived from Eric Berne's Transactional Analysis (author of THE GAMES PEOPLE PLAY) and Pat Allen's (of MILLIONAIRE MATCHMAKER) Androgynous Semantic Realignment. In simpler terms, this means she helps people change their lives and get the love they want by balancing their yin and yang energies. She is her own first success story and is now twenty years married. Listen to this insightful episode of Better Relationships, Better Life, full of relationship and parenting advice: Here is what to expect on this week’s show: ● The ancient philosophies that serve as a foundation for Chloe’s work ● A look inside Chloe’s books ● The circumstances that made Chloe want to become a relationship & communication expert, and how they affected her marriage ● Impactful communication tips from Judy and Chloe that you can bring to your relationship ● Tips on raising a family in a way that breaks with generational family patterns of that you don't want to repeat Connect with Chloe: WEBSITE: https://chloesconsciousnesstraining.squarespace.com/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chloe-ballatore-ab80755/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoLqAmbtotYclh-lmebobdA INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/chloes_consciousness_training/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Melissa Orlov Better Relationships, Better Life with Judy Herman Episode 001: The ADHD Effect on Marriage  Melissa Orlov is the founder of ADHDmarriage.com, and author of two award-winning books on the impact of ADHD in relationships - The ADHD Effect on Marriage (2010) and The Couple's Guide to Thriving with ADHD (2014). She is considered one of the foremost authorities on the topic of how ADHD impacts adult relationships. A marriage consultant, Melissa helps ADHD-affected couples from around the world re-balance their relationships and learn to thrive through her seminars, consulting and books. She also teaches marriage counselors and other professionals about effective marriage therapy for couples impacted by ADHD. Orlov blogs for Psychology Today and at www.adhdmarriage.com, where she also hosts a large community of adults learning about ADHD in relationships. She has been interviewed by many, including the New York Times, CNN, Today, and US News and World Report. You can find her at ADHDmarriage.com.  Listen to this insightful episode of Better Relationships, Better Life, full of information about ADHD, and methods that couples can use to manage it when one or both partners are diagnosed: Here is what to expect on this week’s show: ● Exploring what ADHD is, and dispelling some pervasive myths ● Ways in which an unnoticed, undiagnosed ADHD can manifest later in a person’s life  ● How untreated ADHD can affect a relationship, and ways that ADHD marriage specialists like Melissa help couples manage it together ● Why learning as much as you can about ADHD is the best way to start working with it   ● What it means to be “subclinical”  Connect with Melissa: WEBSITE: https://www.adhdmarriage.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ADHDMarriage/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/msorlov PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/ADHDMarriage/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKgnjLa_jk3lO7-13p7qQng Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Robin Buckley, CPC, helps high-achieving clients thrive in their careers and relationships. She is an author, public speaker, and cognitive-behavioral coach who works with executive women and high-performance couples. Her proprietary coaching model uses a business framework and cognitive-behavioral strategies to support clients in creating and executing concrete, strategic plans for developing their careers and relationships. The founder of Insights Group Psychological & Coaching Services, Dr. Buckley has a Ph.D. in clinical psychology and served as a doctoral professor and dissertation chair for students in business, leadership, education, and healthcare. She has published two books, including Voices From the Village: Advice for Girls on the Verge of Adulthood. Dr. Buckley is a columnist for Entrepreneur.com and has been featured as an expert on multiple media platforms, including Thrive Global, Authority Magazine, Nike, various podcasts, News Radio 96.7, and WGN Radio 720. Listen to this insightful episode of Better Relationships, Better Life, full of information about relationship coaching that you may not expect:   Here is what to expect on this week’s show: How the values that Dr. Buckley’s parents instilled in her led her to a life of counseling, coaching, speaking, and writing. How her PhD helped her develop professionally as a coach, even when coaching wasn’t a regulated field like the mental health industry. Turning points that led Dr. Buckley to coach high-achieving women as well as couples. Advice she would give to her younger self. The best time for couples to seek coaching. Ways in which Dr. Buckley helps entrepreneurial couples develop strategic plans for successful marriages using mission statements and business terminology.   Connect with Robin: WEBSITE: http://www.drrobinbuckley.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/findingthepowerwithin/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/DrRobinInsights INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/drrobinbuckley/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-robin-buckley-8257277/         Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan is author of the New York Times best-selling 48 Days To The Work You Love. Over 140,000 people have subscribed to his weekly newsletter, and his 48 Days Podcast consistently ranks in the top 1% of all podcasts. His 48DaysEagles.com community is viewed as an example around the world for those seeking to find – or create – work they love. Dan has been married to Joanne for over 52 years. They have three grown children, seventeen grandchildren and live in their version of paradise in Osprey, Florida. Joanne, has been Dan’s raving fan, speaker at their live events and an integral piece to the success of their thriving 48 Days community. She is an accomplished artist, speaker, blogger and author of five children’s books and co-author of Be Your Finest Art. Her most recent book, Creating a Haven of Peace, describes the decorating ideas, meals, games and celebrations that built her family's respect, laughter and lasting relationships.  Listen to this insightful episode of Better Relationships, Better Life, full of tips for building a resilient and healthy marriage: Here is what to expect on this week’s show: How Dan and Joanne met in college determined to change their branch of the family tree. They chose to create a haven of peace beyond traumatic experiences and religious expectations of their family of origins. Dan & Joanne have nurtured respect, positivity and connection with their grown children & grandchildren. They are intentional to maintain a healthy mental diet by staying away from negativity that permeates our culture through news media and TV. They don’t do regret. Instead, they live in the present moment with plenty of grace for themselves and others. Their ritual of playing board games and cards have enriched their family relationships.   Connect with the Millers: WEBSITE: https://www.48days.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/dan.miller.1829405 TWITTER: https://twitter.com/48DaysTeam JOANNE’S WEBSITE: https://joannefmiller.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Better Relationships, Better Life podcast! Many entrepreneurial couples feel exhausted and disconnected during their most crucial times at home. Unresolved conflicts are "swept under the rug" while marital tension affects the whole family. Maybe you keep hoping for change, but realize you’re walking on eggshells. Nothing has worked long term.  Relationship expert, Judy K. Herman is here to help as the host of Better Relationships, Better Life podcast. She interviews courageous and resilient counselors, coaches and influencers. Based on her 40 years of marital experiences and clinical counseling, you'll hear the authentic journeys of those who have been there.  Moving through betrayal, mental illness, and divorce, Judy is the best-selling author of Beyond Messy Relationships. As an advocate for human resilience, she invites you to gain clarity to co-create better relationships and align with your better life.  You can choose to live peacefully and purposefully without regrets. Breathe fresh A.I.R. through Awareness, Intentionality, and Risks of growth. You're so worth it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices