Podcasts by The John Howard Show
The John Howard Show helps you optimize mind, body, and relationships with conversations at the leading edge of health and wellness. John is the CEO of Presence Wellness, a state-of-the-art wellness center in Austin, TX, and the creator of the Ready Set Love® series of relationship programs. As an internationally recognized therapist and educator, John uses the latest science to help you thrive in life, and brings on guest experts to discuss psychology, medicine, relationships, spirituality and more.
Season 2 of the show helps you be more fully present in your life in all ways: in your mental health, physical health, relationships, and in your sense of purpose and meaning. Comprehensive wellness is about lining up all the important domains of health and your life and get them working together. John shares anecdotes from his own life’s journey to greater wellness and interviews his team members on a variety of topics. John has led a relationship wellness program for Google and has helped hundreds of individuals optimize their mental and emotional health for over a decade. His upcoming book on the new science of connection is due from Simon & Schuster in the Spring of 2022. Click subscribe to listen and tune in!
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63 Improve Communication with Your Partner from 2022-02-09T08:00
Today's episode is all about how to improve communication with your significant other. One of the unfortunate effects of this pandemic is that too many people who were already feeling disconnect...
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62 New Book! More Than Words from 2022-02-02T08:00
I am celebrating today and I hope you will celebrate with me. This is a special show to me because yesterday my first book launched. More Than Words: The Science of Deepening Love and Connec...
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61 Improve your Sleep with Katie Strickland from 2022-01-26T08:00
A bad night of sleep has the power to wear down your defenses and leave you physically and emotionally drained during the day.
That’s why, in this episode, you’ll le...
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Season 2 Trailer from 2021-10-13T07:00
Welcome back to the show! In Season Two we want to capitalize on everything that we are learning at our new, broader wellness center, where we are working at the intersection of health, wellness...
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60 The Big Reveal from 2020-02-14T08:00
We reveal the big project we've been working on for the past 6 months. Tune in to learn powerful new tips that relate to our expanded mission!
“We want you to feel more present in you...
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59 The Essential Skill You Need In Relationships from 2019-09-18T03:00
“There are no simple solutions to our differences. You have to embrace that complexity.” – John Howard.
Learn more about this episode of Ready Set Love at www.readysetlove.com/episode-59
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58 How Therapy Works with John Howard from 2019-08-03T07:01:25
Find out how therapy works and the ingredients you'll need to make it successful. Learn why therapy is both a science and an art.
“Therapy generally is more productive and more succes...
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57 How to Be Around Extended Family from 2019-07-18T03:00
Learn how to manage and be around your extended family members while maintaining a healthy connection with your partner. Visit relatives with ease!
“One way to protect yourselves and ...
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56 Narcissism: What is it and How to Deal with It from 2019-07-04T08:08:21
Tune in to learn what narcissism is, how to identify narcissistic traits & behaviors, and how to handle a narcisstic partner.
“The typical narcissist presents like a jerk and therefor...
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55 Being Vulnerable without Being Pathetic from 2019-06-20T20:51:04
Tune in to learn how to be vulnerable with your partner in a way that won’t make you seem weak, overly needy, or pathetic to your partner.
“We dismiss emotion too quickly, therefore w...
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54 Mental&Emotional Health in Relationships from 2019-06-05T03:00
John Howard talks about the ten most common mental health issues that impact relationships, the unique challenges of each, and how to overcome them.
“Sometimes, there’s a legitimate r...
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53 Becoming vs Boundaries from 2019-05-22T03:00
Tune in to learn how to fully access the potential for individual and relationship growth that exists in every relationship while maintaining boundaries.
“That’s the beauty and wisdom...
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52 Uncensoring Therapist Uncensored from 2019-05-08T03:00
John Howard talks to Ann Kelley and Sue Marriott, hosts of the Therapist Uncensored podcast. Tune in for an inside perspective on the hosts and their show.
“When we feel threat or fea...
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51 Acceptance&Growth with Renée Trudeau from 2019-04-24T07:30:40
Renée Trudeau and John Howard talk about how you can challenge your partner to grow without sending a message of judgment or non-acceptance.
“What would it look like to cultivate an u...
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50 Positive Discipline from 2019-04-10T03:00
John Howard and Lora Ferguson discuss a compassionate approach to parenting, Positive Discipline. Learn how to raise responsible kids with kindness!
“It’s healthy to discuss emotions ...
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49 Self-Compassion with Pittman McGehee from 2019-03-27T03:00
Dr. Pittman McGehee and John Howard discuss why self compassion is essential to mental and relationship health and how you can begin practicing it.
“We think that we’re connected in o...
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48 The Neuroscience of We from 2019-03-13T03:00
Juliane Taylor-Shore and John Howard discuss how understanding your brain can lead to relationships that feel more safe, intimate and loving.
“I’m not interested in helping people sto...
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47 Practicing Relationship Skills from 2019-03-06T05:00
Dr. Stan Tatkin and John Howard discuss the importance of practicing relationship skills as the most effective means of improving your closest relationship.
“Most everything we do is ...
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46 Getting Real with Terry Real from 2019-02-27T05:00
Couples therapists Terry Real and John Howard discuss how the patriarchal power structure we live in is the primary seed of conflict in many relationships.
“Falling in love is believi...
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45 The Gottman Approach to Relationship Health from 2019-02-20T04:00
Join Gottman senior faculty member Dr. Vagdevi Meunier and John Howard to discuss the Gottman Method approach to relationship health and counseling.
“It turns out that positivity in t...
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44 The Valentine's Day Episode from 2019-02-13T04:00
Investing in relationship health is an ideal way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. So enjoy these 4 tips to make your relationships more loving and fulfilling!
“It’s not fair to get annoy...
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43 Treating Addiction in Relationship from 2019-02-06T04:00
Addiction strains intimate relationships. In this episode, learn how to handle substance problems with experts Dr. Daniel Hochman and John Howard.
“The idea with addiction is that you...
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42 Attachment with Diane Poole Heller from 2019-01-30T04:00
Educator and author Diane Poole Heller and John Howard discuss ways to apply attachment theory in your relationships for more fulfillment and intimacy.
"As people heal their original ...
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41 The Why, How, What of Relationships from 2019-01-23T04:00
In this episode, you'll hear John's take on the Why, How, What of relationships, inspired by the framework laid out by Simon Sinek's book, Start with Why.
“By really focusing on your ...
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40 The Truth About Racism from 2019-01-16T08:08:02
Tune in to better understand racism, dynamics between the majority culture and minority populations, and how to work toward minimizing the toxic effects of systemic and institutional racism.
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39 Managing ADD in Relationships from 2019-01-09T04:00
Learn what ADD expert James Ochoa says about reducing relational conflict caused by ADD. If you or your partner have ADD, this episode is a must-listen!
“That cycling effect of emotio...
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38 The Rockstar Dad and Father w Jon Vroman from 2018-12-19T04:00
Jon Vroman and John Howard both support men to have deeper and better emotional lives with their partners and kids. Tune in to learn how!
“Let’s be confident about what we know– let’s...
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37 Toxic Masculinity from 2018-12-10T19:32:54
Learn what toxic masculinity is and how to begin dismantling related power dynamics in your relationship. John and TEDx speaker Melanie Weinberger discuss.
“By taking responsibility a...
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36 How to Make Friends at Burning Man from 2018-11-28T04:00
Burning Man relationships and Mel Weinberger teach us how to create community that includes radical self-acceptance, curiosity, spontaneity, and intimacy.
“When you come with nothing,...
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35 How to Find Peace from 2018-11-21T04:00
Tolerance of diversity is key to finding peace in your relationships. Learn how to be the peace for yourself and your community, and help heal the world.
"Everything begins within ourselv...
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34 The Power of Expectations from 2018-11-14T06:13:18
In this episode, you'll learn why expectations of care and support are so important and how you can communicate about them with your partner.
“We have the ability to reflect on the mi...
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33 Learning and Growing as a Couple from 2018-11-07T04:00
In this episode, I speak with real-life couple Liz and Steven Coufal about how they learn and grow together in relationship.
“It isn’t about not fighting, it’s about fighting well. An...
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32 How to Have a Vibrant Relationship for Life from 2018-10-31T05:21:13
Tune in for a conversation with founder of modern couples therapy, Ellyn Bader, PhD about the field of Couples Therapy and relationship as a path of growth.
“We see healthy, evolving ...
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31 What is a Relational Repair? from 2018-10-24T04:30
Tune in to learn how disconnection can be an opportunity to create deeper intimacy with your partner when you engage in effective relationship repair.
“We need these misattunements, these...
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30 Crushing Life as a Couple with AJ Yager&Meaghan Connell from 2018-10-17T08:38:28
Tune in for an interview with entrepreneurial power couple AJ Yager & Meaghan Connell about how they communicate and help each other grow as individuals.
“If there is a self, it’s a very ...
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29 Raising Smart Kids with Jeff Sandefer from 2018-10-10T03:00
Tune in for a discussion with Acton Academy founder Jeff Sandefer about how you can help your kids become entrepreneurial creative thinkers.
“If you’re in the middle of a startup, you...
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28 How To Find A Great Therapist from 2018-10-03T03:00
Tune in to learn how to find a highly trained couples therapist with the right credentials who is an ideal fit for you and your partner.
“Sometimes when we’re having conflict with our...
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27 Keeping it Simple with John Welbourn from 2018-09-26T03:00
Veteran NFL lineman John Welbourn used to beat people for a living, now he's a family man. Hear his approach to parenting, relationships, and fitness.
“Sometimes you have to apologize...
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26 What Really Holds Us Back with Rob Dial from 2018-09-19T10:42:04
Listen to Rob Dial and John Howard discuss how your approach to relationships affects your ability to find success and thrive as an individual.
“People don’t view you as weak when you...
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25 Developing Aware Kids with Jonathan Hewitt from 2018-09-12T03:00
In this episode, my guest Jonathan Hewitt talks about how you can teach your children to be aware of themselves and the people around them.
“Perfection is being the best you can be in the...
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24 Healthy Relationship Lifestyle from 2018-09-05T09:23:11
In this episode, you'll hear about how to cultivate a healthy relationship lifestyle that will benefit you and all of your relationships.
“None of us are ready for the relationships t...
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23 The Spiritual Science of Receiving in Relationships from 2018-08-22T18:46:46
Tune in to listen to how this powerful and often-overlooked quality of healthy relationships can make a big difference in your connection!
“People, when they are fully received feel v...
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22 The Secret Life of Emotions from 2018-08-08T03:00
Tune in for a quick-start guide to understanding your emotions, labeling them, and then communicating them with the people in your life.
“Many of us keep up our guard too much, even w...
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21 How To Solve The Pursuer-Distancer Maze from 2018-07-25T07:19:29
Tune in to learn about one of the most common relationship dynamics so you can have more thoughtful and compassionate relationships!
“Both partners in this dynamic have a reasonable c...
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20 Maturing Your Sex Life from 2018-07-11T06:43:25
My guest Dylan Davies and I discuss how partners can improve their communication about sex, paving the way to increased desire and deeper intimacy.
“You cannot perform an eroticectomy...
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19 Secrets From A Pro from 2018-06-20T08:39:08
In this episode, you'll learn about how you can get your needs met effectively as well as the 4 myths that prevent many people from doing so.
“Those things that we feel a need for and...
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18 How to be Truly Married from 2018-06-06T05:39:11
In this episode, Jungian analyst, world-renowned speaker, author and Episcopal priest J. Pittman Mcgehee discusses what it means to be truly married. It’s deep, and reflects many decades of wisd...
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17 Dating in the 21st Century from 2018-05-23T07:04:39
These days, dating can often be confusing and frustrating, but it doesn't have to! Tune in to hear my top-10 tips for navigating dating in the 21st century. You will learn what type of work you ...
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16 How To Be Attractive from 2018-05-16T03:00
In this episode, I bust 3 myths that exist in popular culture about what causes people to be attracted to one another. Whether you are single or in a committed relationship, the information in t...
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15 What is Love? from 2018-05-09T03:00
Love is complicated and often mysterious, but you have more control over it than you may think. The ideas in this episode will help you create deeper emotional bonds with the people around you, ...
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14 How to Handle an Affair from 2018-05-02T03:00
In this episode, I share an overview of what you need to know about handling affairs. You’ll learn the three steps to dealing with an affair, as well as why an affair doesn't need to be a death ...
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13 Parenting Tips from Neuroscience from 2018-04-25T08:06:31
In this episode you'll learn parenting tips from the new neuroscience, developmental psychology, attachment theory, and John's own experience as a parent. You'll learn how to better regulate you...
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12 How to Repair Trust in Relationships w Mojo from 2018-04-18T03:00
Trust is easily eroded in relationships. It's not just big ticket betrayals--it's also not calling someone back, staying out too late, or missing a birthday. Are we aware of how we decrease trus...
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11 Deepening Intimacy in Relationships from 2018-04-11T03:00
Want to deepen closeness and intimacy in your relationship? The biggest complaint I get as a therapist is that partners don't feel as connected as they would like. In this episode you will learn...
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10 Open, Kink, Poly&Alt-Sex in Relationships from 2018-04-04T03:00
Get answers for the most commonly-asked questions about open relationships, kink, polyamory, and alt-sex lifestyles from my guest, Heather McPherson. You'll learn what alt-sex is, communication ...
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09 Spiritual Growth in Relationship from 2018-03-28T03:00
If you learn how to interact with your partner in a way that brings the focus to spiritual and personal growth, not only will your relationship improve, but you will also see the world in a new ...
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08 Carrie Contey - Parenting while Thriving from 2018-03-21T03:00
Carrie Contey teaches us how parenting can negatively impact the adult relationships of the parents and gives us a number of powerful, research-supported strategies that will empower parents in ...
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07 Tori Olds PhD - Being our True Self in Relationships from 2018-03-19T17:00
In this episode Dr. Tori Olds talks with us about finding your true self in a relationship and how a relationship built on the key ingredient of curiosity is one that leads to greater bonding an...
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06 Maja Kermath - #MeToo&Patriarchy in Relationships from 2018-03-07T18:00
Maja is the co-founder and fearless leader of Kor180. Maja is on the show today to share her story of both pain and triumph which will help you broach the same topics in your relationship.
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05 Developing Presence with your Partner from 2018-02-28T18:00
It's time that we focus on what drives the sense of presence, security, connection, and love. In this episode we will dive into several ways you can improve your presence with the most important...
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04 Jay Papasan - Working ON the Relationship Instead of In It from 2018-02-21T18:00
Learn how to set goals as a couple and work to accomplish them with best-selling author Jay Papasan. Author of The One Thing, Jay looks for ways to make planning and success more efficient. List...
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03 Allana Pratt - Vulnerability is the New Sexy from 2018-02-14T18:00
Would you like to create real connection in your relationships? Allana Pratt is an intimacy expert for men and women and is on the podcast today to talk to us about how you can start embracing v...
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02 It's Not About Communication from 2018-02-13T18:00
People say that communication is THE MOST important part of a strong relationship… I disagree! When it comes down to having a great relationship with your partner, communication is often cited a...
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01 Welcome to Ready Set Love from 2018-02-08T18:00
Want a better, stronger relationship? Want to find the right partner and develop a great relationship? This podcast is for you! Therapist John Howard takes you through the A to Z of having an aw...
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