Ced With Intention

Arthur Brooks On Success Addiction, The Science Of Falling In Love, and Building A Happy Life

One year in and I wanted to bring back one of my favorites to celebrate. When I first sat down with Dr. Arthur Brooks, Harvard professor and bestselling author, I had no idea how much this conversation would shape the direction of this podcast. A year later, it's still one of my favorites and I knew I had to bring it back. We get into what happiness actually is versus what we've been told it is, why the people who chase success the hardest are often the least equipped to receive love, and the idea that we're all dealt a hand of cards at birth and what we choose to do with them is everything. We also talk about the science of falling in love, why your brain is literally working against your happiness, and what it actually takes to build a life you're proud of.

Jensen McRae's Guide To Understanding Your Emotions Before You Fall In Love Again

Jensen McRae is a singer-songwriter whose music has a way of putting words to feelings you didn't even know you had — and this conversation is no different. We got into everything from why so many of us mistake chaos for love, to what it actually means to feel your feelings versus just think about them, to how being alone can be the most powerful thing you do before falling in love again. Jensen is one of those people who is so deeply in tune with herself that you walk away from this conversation feeling like you understand yourself a little better too. Follow Jensen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jensenmcrae/Follow Ced on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ced/

Race, Culture & Identity: The Conversation Every Couple Needs To Have

Get Harmony Coffee Beans here: https://roasterympls.com/collections/frontpage/products/harmony-blendWhat do race, culture, and identity have to do with your relationships? More than you think. Blair Imani Ali is an educator, author, and creator of Smarter in Seconds, known for making complex topics around identity, history, and culture accessible to millions of people worldwide. In this episode, we get into the conversation most people never have about knowing yourself before stepping into a relationship. We talk about how your history, your family patterns, and your cultural identity show up in who you choose, what you tolerate, and how you love, whether you're aware of it or not.

Zak Hazlett: What Emotional Strength Actually Looks Like (According to a Therapist)

Get Harmony Coffee Beans [https://roasterympls.com/collections/frontpage/products/harmony-blend] Most of us want to show up well in our relationships, but being “strong” or “kind” can start to feel heavy when it turns into overgiving. In this episode, Cedric sits down with therapist, Zak Hazlett to break down what emotional strength actually looks like, the boundary shifts that prevent resentment, and the skills that make any relationship feel safer and stronger.Whether you’re single or partnered, this conversation will give you practical tools to set healthier limits, handle conflict with clarity, and show up without losing yourself.Follow Zak on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_outdoor_therapist/Follow Ced on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ced/Listen on all audio platforms: https://m.mtrbio.com/more-than-what-made-meMusic by: https://www.instagram.com/christianahmed_/

Why Arguments Repeat in Relationships (And How to Break the Pattern) – Dr. Tracy Dalgleish

Why do couples keep having the same argument, even when they both care? In this conversation, Dr. Tracy Dalgleish explains the hidden cycles that keep relationships stuck, how your nervous system shapes your reactions, and what real repair actually looks like after conflict.If you’ve ever wondered why small moments escalate or why it feels so hard to stay calm, this episode will give you language and practical tools you can use immediately. For more from Dr. Tracy, check out her book I Didn’t Sign Up for This, where she goes deeper into navigating relationships with clarity and accountability.