The Relationship Maze

Sep 17 2024 179 ep. 28 mins 92
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Relationship advice and exploration. Two experienced and passionate relationship therapists, Angela Dierks and Tom MacKay, talk about all aspects to do with building fulfilling relationships, dating and marriage advice. All successful relationships start with a good look at yourself. Learn more about your relationship style and what makes you tick in relationships - the good, the bad and the ugly. We explore challenges that you might face when dating or in your relationships such as arguments and conflict, miscommunication, stress, anxiety, depression, low self esteem and much more. We consider how you can understand and change your behaviour and build more hope, resilience and strength. And we provide you with plenty of insight and advice on building a long lasting and successful relationship whether you are currently dating, just set out in a relationship or are in an established relationship or marriage.

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The Power of Differentiation: Strengthening Bonds While Honouring Individuality

Sep 17 2024 26 mins  
Send us a textWelcome back to The Relationship Maze! In today's episode, "Differentiation," Tom and Angela dive into a crucial phase in relationship development known as differentiation. Have you ever felt that your partner is not the same as they were during the honeymoon period? Or struggled with being yourself in the relationship? You're not alone. Differentiation, a concept ori

The Importance of Empathy: A Key to Fulfilling Relationships

Aug 26 2024 24 mins  
Send us a textWelcome to The Relationship Maze, where we explore the intricate dynamics of human connections. In today's episode, Tom and Angela delve into a critical yet often misunderstood aspect of relationships: empathy. Are you finding that your partner doesn't truly hear you, or that they're more inclined to fix your problems than genuinely listen? This episode is for you. Jo

From Teddy Bears to Smartphones; Comfort or Crutch? Our Use of Transitional Objects

Aug 06 2024 26 mins  
Send us a textWelcome to The Relationship Maze! In today's episode, Angela and Tom delve into the fascinating world of transitional objects—those cherished items or objects, like a childhood teddy bear or a keepsake, that provide comfort during challenging times. The notion of transitional objects was developed by pediatrician and psychotherapist Donald Winnicott; they serve as a

Embracing the Unknown: A Journey Through Liminal Spaces

Jul 22 2024 25 mins  
Send us a textWelcome to another episode of The Relationship Maze. Today, we're diving into the intriguing concept of liminality. Have you ever felt stuck in a transitional space, like when you're between jobs or navigating a significant change in your relationship? That disorienting, ambiguous phase is what we explore in this episode. Originating from anthropology, liminality desc

Taming the Anger Beast: Managing This Troublesome Emotion in Relationships

Jul 08 2024 27 mins  
Send us a textWelcome to another episode of The Relationship Maze! Today, hosts Angela and Tom delve deep into the complex and often challenging emotion of anger, particularly within the context of relationships. They explore what anger is, when it can be healthy to express it, and strategies for managing it effectively. Anger is frequently a secondary emotion in response to a prim

The Three Most Common Relationship Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Jun 24 2024 25 mins  
Send us a textWelcome to another episode of The Relationship Maze! In today's episode, "Relationship Mistakes," hosts Tom and Angela dive into some of the most common pitfalls that couples face and provide insights on how to avoid them to create happier, more fulfilling relationships. Drawing from their extensive experience with couples therapy, they explore issues like blaming you

The Relationship Maze: How to Improve Self Esteem and Enrich Your Relationships

Jun 03 2024 24 mins  
Send us a textWelcome to today's episode of The Relationship Maze! In this episode, hosts Angela and Tom dive deep into the complex topic of self-esteem. They explore the origins of self-esteem, including how early relational experiences shape our perception of ourselves. Angela and Tom discuss the impact of low self-esteem on different areas of life, from relationships to work, an

Coping with Loneliness: Strategies for Building Meaningful Relationships

May 20 2024 25 mins  
Send us a textDo you sometimes find yourself feeling lonely or know someone who regularly experiences that deep, isolating feeling? Loneliness is a complex and challenging emotion that touches many of us at different points in life. Welcome back to The Relationship Maze, where we're here to untangle the intricate emotions in your relationships and guide you towards connection and u

The Parent, Adult, Child, Model: Understanding Your Behaviour And Interactions

May 13 2024 25 mins  
Send us a textWelcome to another engaging episode of "The Relationship Maze" podcast. In today’s discussion, Angela and Tom dive into the intriguing world of Transactional Analysis, particularly focusing on the Parent-Adult-Child model introduced by Eric Berne. This model helps us understand the dynamics of our communications and interactions in relationships—be they personal,

Emotional Avoidance - How to Create More Connection With Others

Apr 29 2024 26 mins  
Send us a textWelcome to The Relationship Maze podcast. In this episode, we delve into the complexities of experiential avoidance, a common psychological phenomenon where individuals steer clear of situations that evoke negative emotions. Hosts Tom and Angela explore the underlying fears that drive this behaviour, such as the worry that addressing certain topics might negatively im