Episode 14 - Navigating Long-Distance Relationships with Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby

Описание: Joining Megan on the podcast today is Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby, a marriage and family therapist, licensed psychologist, board-certified coach, host of the Love, Happiness, and Success podcast, and founder of Growing Self Counseling and Coaching, an organization that offers productive relationship counseling and coaching, growth-oriented therapy and life coaching, and values-based career coaching services. Brimming with extensive expertise on long-distance relationships and cross-cultural unions, Dr. Bobby explores the nuances of these relationships, providing essential guidance for couples embarking on this journey. From managing time zone disparities to fostering emotional closeness, she and Megan emphasize the importance of intentional connection and understanding each other's love languages. By embracing rituals of communication and respecting cultural differences, couples can navigate the complexities of immigration with resilience and grace.

Throughout the episode, Megan and Dr. Bobby delve into practical strategies for maintaining intimacy and overcoming challenges. From creating meaningful rituals of connection to embracing distance as an opportunity for growth, they highlight the positive aspects of long-distance relationships. By challenging traditional relationship norms and seeking comprehensive premarital counseling, couples can lay a solid foundation for their future together. With access to resources from Growing Self Counseling and Coaching, including genogram-based assessments and tailored support for long-distance relationships, couples are empowered to cultivate thriving partnerships despite the physical separation. So whether you're navigating love across borders or exploring new horizons in your relationship, this episode offers a roadmap for building enduring love in the face of immigration's undeniable complexities.

Episode Highlights:
▪️ Establishing meaningful rituals of connection for emotional intimacy
▪️ Exploring love languages for tailored communication
▪️ Navigating cultural differences with curiosity and open-mindedness
▪️ Participating in comprehensive premarital counseling, including genogram-based assessments
▪️ Embracing distance as an opportunity for growth and rejuvenation
▪️ Challenging traditional relationship norms to create a unique culture
▪️ Accessing resources from Growing Self Counseling and Coaching for support
▪️ Fostering individual growth and special reunions in long-distance relationships

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Links:
Growing Self Counseling & Coaching - https://www.growingself.com/
Growing Self - Long Distance Love Collection - https://www.growingself.com/long-dist...
Love, Happiness and Success Podcast with Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...