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Emotional blackmail: How to defuse relationship time bomb

 Are you a victim of emotional blackmail? Does your love partner use your weaknesses and vulnerabilities to manipulate and pressure you into doing things you don’t want to do?.. Read more

From tragedy to triumph: “The Jester has lost his jingle”: with special guest, Barbara Saltzman, cancer advocate and devoted mother of David Saltzman, best-selling children’s author

Sometimes it seems like laughter has left the world today. Problems, losses, and tragedies fill the minds and lives of many. But, amidst this turmoil and pain, there is a.. Read more

For mature audiences: special guest, Amy Alkon, “Advice Goddess”: unfuckology: how to live with guts and confidence

Do you feel stuck in your life—inhibited, frustrated, or defeated? If so, there are definite steps you can take to live with guts and confidence and achieve your goals. In.. Read more

For mature audiences: special guest, Amy Alkon, “Advice Goddess”: unfuckology: how to live with guts and confidence

*Go for Small Wins: Instead of overwhelming yourself with big goals, start with small successes—what psychology calls “approximation to the goal.” If, for example, you want to solve a big.. Read more

How to be a great writer, and an even better person, with usa today bestselling author, Rebecca Forster (The witness series)

On Love University, I was pleased to visit with a marvelous human being, Rebecca Forster, NY times bestselling crime author and humanitarian.  Rebecca has written over 30 books, has touched many.. Read more

Everyday celebrity: how to be a star in your own life, with special guest: Jess Ponce, celebrity image maker

Would you like to be a celebrity in your own life, with star power and confidence to influence others, present your best image, and achieve your ideal career and relationships?  To.. Read more

Conquer your critical inner voice: special guest: Lisa Firestone, pioneer of voice therapy

Do you have critical voices in your head? Thoughts that tell you that you’re not good enough, worthy enough, attractive enough, lovable enough or smart enough to succeed in life?.. Read more

Is the internet killing you or making you stronger?: special guest: Dr. Julie Albright, expert on digital culture

Me and my Little Screen “Created by My Little Bot” I used to have to go to bookstores and video stores, I don’t anymore. I used to have to go.. Read more

From gangs to glory: special interview with Father Gregory Boyle, founder of homeboy industries

It was my privilege to have on Love University Podcast the esteemed Father Gregory Boyle, a Jesuit priest and founder of Homeboy Industries. Father Boyle has dedicated his life to.. Read more

How to unleash your creative genius

Are you are creative person? If you are, or want to be, there are some tips you can apply to enhance your creative nature. Creativity means putting together new connections.. Read more