Relationship Advice

This episode dives into the often-overlooked complexities of friendship conflict and breakups, highlighting that friendships can be just as emotionally significant—and challenging—as romantic relationships. The hosts discuss common causes of tension, from mismatched expectations and life transitions to breaches of trust, unmet needs, and changes in values. They share strategies for addressing disconnection with curiosity and honesty, while also giving permission to let certain friendships fade when they no longer align. Colter, Cayla, and Lauren talk about topics [http://relationshippod.com/] such as:  - Friendships as attachments - Common reasons for tension - Friendship pursuer/withdrawer dynamics - Healthy repair - And more! Give Me Discounts! Skylight - Visit skylightcal.com/IDO [http://skylightcal.com/IDO] for $30 off your 15 inch calendar.  Function - 160+ Lab Tests for $365 to anyone who signs up between July 7th and July 11th. Learn more & get started at www.functionhealth.com/IDO [http://www.functionhealth.com/IDO] Prolon - Visit ProlonLife.com/IDO [http://prolonlife.com/IDO%E2%80%94that] to claim your 15% discount and your bonus gift. PXG - Visit PXGApparel.com/IDO [http://pxgapparel.com/IDO] or use promo code: PODAPP-IDO to save 10% off your Spring/Summer 2025 Collection order. Amazfit - Visit https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/8fc304ac-53d6-11ee-9a99-8b14516a469a/podcasts/77c67cee-306e-11ed-922d-27fb7bb65843/episodes/993d0d28-e252-11ef-93a7-1f72008b44cc/www.amazfit.com/IDOwww.amazfit.com/IDO [http://www.amazfit.com/IDO] to get 10% off Spark My Relationship Course: [http://sparkmyrelationship.com/unlock] Get $100 off our online course. Visit SparkMyRelationship.com/Unlock [http://sparkmyrelationship.com/unlock] for our special offer just for our I Do Podcast listeners! If you love this episode (and our podcast!), would you mind giving us a review in iTunes [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/i-do-podcast-with-chase-sarah/id840534227]? It would mean the world to us and we promise it only takes a minute. Many thanks in advance! – Colter, Cayla, & Lauren Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

In this episode, Dr. Sarah Anderson returns to explore how sensory processing patterns impact physical and sexual intimacy. The hosts use a creative "readiness for sex" scale to frame how sensory input—like lighting, texture, sound, and smell—can act as either accelerators or brakes for sexual connection. By understanding your own and your partner’s sensory profile, couples can communicate better, reduce misunderstandings, and intentionally create more satisfying intimate experiences. Colter, Lauren and Sarah talk about: * The Eight Senses & Sexual Intimacy * Brakes vs. Accelerators * Sensory Preferences are Individualized * Practical Tools & Ideas * Communication is Central * And More! Give Me Discounts! Skylight - Visit skylightcal.com/IDO [http://skylightcal.com/IDO] for $30 off your 15 inch calendar.  Function - 160+ Lab Tests for $365 to anyone who signs up between July 7th and July 11th. Learn more & get started at www.functionhealth.com/IDO [http://www.functionhealth.com/IDO] Prolon - Visit ProlonLife.com/IDO [http://prolonlife.com/IDO%E2%80%94that] to claim your 15% discount and your bonus gift. PXG - Visit PXGApparel.com/IDO [http://pxgapparel.com/IDO] or use promo code: PODAPP-IDO to save 10% off your Spring/Summer 2025 Collection order. Amazfit - Visit https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/8fc304ac-53d6-11ee-9a99-8b14516a469a/podcasts/77c67cee-306e-11ed-922d-27fb7bb65843/episodes/993d0d28-e252-11ef-93a7-1f72008b44cc/www.amazfit.com/IDOwww.amazfit.com/IDO [http://www.amazfit.com/IDO] to get 10% off Spark My Relationship Course: [http://sparkmyrelationship.com/unlock] Get $100 off our online course. Visit SparkMyRelationship.com/Unlock [http://sparkmyrelationship.com/unlock] for our special offer just for our I Do Podcast listeners! If you love this episode (and our podcast!), would you mind giving us a review in iTunes [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/i-do-podcast-with-chase-sarah/id840534227]? It would mean the world to us and we promise it only takes a minute. Many thanks in advance! – Colter, Cayla, & Lauren Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

In this episode, Dr. Sarah Anderson, a mental health occupational therapist, joins the hosts to explore how individual sensory profiles affect relationships. They break down the eight sensory systems—including lesser-known ones like interoception and proprioception—and explain how understanding these systems can create more compassion and effective communication between partners. By learning your own and your partner’s sensory patterns, you can reduce unnecessary conflict and better support each other, especially in moments of emotional dysregulation. Colter, Lauren and Sarah talk about: * The 8 Sensory Systems & Sensory Profiles * The Four Sensory Processing Patterns * Common Relationship Conflicts Tied to Sensory Needs * Awareness Builds Compassion, Not Excuses * Strategies and Support Tools * And more! Give Me Discounts! Skylight - Visit skylightcal.com/IDO [http://skylightcal.com/IDO] for $30 off your 15 inch calendar.  Function - 160+ Lab Tests for $365 to anyone who signs up between July 7th and July 11th. Learn more & get started at www.functionhealth.com/IDO [http://www.functionhealth.com/IDO] Prolon - Visit ProlonLife.com/IDO [http://prolonlife.com/IDO%E2%80%94that] to claim your 15% discount and your bonus gift. PXG - Visit PXGApparel.com/IDO [http://pxgapparel.com/IDO] or use promo code: PODAPP-IDO to save 10% off your Spring/Summer 2025 Collection order. Amazfit - Visit https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/8fc304ac-53d6-11ee-9a99-8b14516a469a/podcasts/77c67cee-306e-11ed-922d-27fb7bb65843/episodes/993d0d28-e252-11ef-93a7-1f72008b44cc/www.amazfit.com/IDOwww.amazfit.com/IDO [http://www.amazfit.com/IDO] to get 10% off Spark My Relationship Course: [http://sparkmyrelationship.com/unlock] Get $100 off our online course. Visit SparkMyRelationship.com/Unlock [http://sparkmyrelationship.com/unlock] for our special offer just for our I Do Podcast listeners! If you love this episode (and our podcast!), would you mind giving us a review in iTunes [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/i-do-podcast-with-chase-sarah/id840534227]? It would mean the world to us and we promise it only takes a minute. Many thanks in advance! – Colter, Cayla, & Lauren Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

How do you support loved ones during challenging times, such as mental health struggles, medical issues, grief, or addiction? Listen as our hosts explore recognizing signs of struggle, managing emotional reactions like fear or frustration, and offering effective support by combining curiosity, validation, and clear communication. In this episode, Colter, Cayla, and Lauren talk about these topics * Common Struggles * Emotional Responses in Helper Role * Signs of Struggle * Strategies for Support * Navigating Boundaries * Building Connection * And more! Give Me Discounts! Skylight - Visit skylightcal.com/IDO [http://skylightcal.com/IDO] for $30 off your 15 inch calendar.  Function - 160+ Lab Tests for $365 to anyone who signs up between July 7th and July 11th. Learn more & get started at www.functionhealth.com/IDO [http://www.functionhealth.com/IDO] Prolon - Visit ProlonLife.com/IDO [http://prolonlife.com/IDO%E2%80%94that] to claim your 15% discount and your bonus gift. PXG - Visit PXGApparel.com/IDO [http://pxgapparel.com/IDO] or use promo code: PODAPP-IDO to save 10% off your Spring/Summer 2025 Collection order. Amazfit - Visit https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/8fc304ac-53d6-11ee-9a99-8b14516a469a/podcasts/77c67cee-306e-11ed-922d-27fb7bb65843/episodes/993d0d28-e252-11ef-93a7-1f72008b44cc/www.amazfit.com/IDOwww.amazfit.com/IDO [http://www.amazfit.com/IDO] to get 10% off Spark My Relationship Course: [http://sparkmyrelationship.com/unlock] Get $100 off our online course. Visit SparkMyRelationship.com/Unlock [http://sparkmyrelationship.com/unlock] for our special offer just for our I Do Podcast listeners! If you love this episode (and our podcast!), would you mind giving us a review in iTunes [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/i-do-podcast-with-chase-sarah/id840534227]? It would mean the world to us and we promise it only takes a minute. Many thanks in advance! – Colter, Cayla, & Lauren Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Bringing up hard things in relationships is less about avoiding conflict and more about when and how you do it. In this episode, the hosts explore why timing, emotional state, and environment play a crucial role in whether a tough conversation connects or causes more disconnection.  In this episode, we talk about relationship topics [http://relationshippod.com/] like  - Timing Matters - Check emotional, mental, and environment readiness - The HALT acronym - Practicing “priming” - Don’t bring things up in the moment you’re upset Give Me Discounts! Skylight - Visit skylightcal.com/IDO [http://skylightcal.com/IDO] for $30 off your 15 inch calendar.  Function - 160+ Lab Tests for $365 to anyone who signs up between July 7th and July 11th. Learn more & get started at www.functionhealth.com/IDO [http://www.functionhealth.com/IDO] Prolon - Visit ProlonLife.com/IDO [http://prolonlife.com/IDO%E2%80%94that] to claim your 15% discount and your bonus gift. PXG - Visit PXGApparel.com/IDO [http://pxgapparel.com/IDO] or use promo code: PODAPP-IDO to save 10% off your Spring/Summer 2025 Collection order. Amazfit - Visit https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/8fc304ac-53d6-11ee-9a99-8b14516a469a/podcasts/77c67cee-306e-11ed-922d-27fb7bb65843/episodes/993d0d28-e252-11ef-93a7-1f72008b44cc/www.amazfit.com/IDOwww.amazfit.com/IDO [http://www.amazfit.com/IDO] to get 10% off Spark My Relationship Course: [http://sparkmyrelationship.com/unlock] Get $100 off our online course. Visit SparkMyRelationship.com/Unlock [http://sparkmyrelationship.com/unlock] for our special offer just for our I Do Podcast listeners! If you love this episode (and our podcast!), would you mind giving us a review in iTunes [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/i-do-podcast-with-chase-sarah/id840534227]? It would mean the world to us and we promise it only takes a minute. Many thanks in advance! – Colter, Cayla, & Lauren Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]