10 Minutes To Save Your Marriage

Is it okay to fantasize about another person when you're married? A listener writes in and asks just that, as she has been thinking about a coworker. James and Dr. Steve put things into perspective, and give her some practical wisdom!

An 18yo listener writes in to say his/her brother treats him/her in a verbally and emotionally abusive manner, and that their parents are unwilling to step in and curb his behavior. Unsure of what to do next, advice is sought -- and granted. James and Dr. Steve break down the situation and give solutions in their professional, but affable style.

James and Dr. Steve get a question from a 15yo listener who laments saying something "weird" to a girl he likes -- and she has not been warm toward him ever since. Listen in as the pros empathize with the lad, but give him some tough advice to swallow.

Yup -- you heard that correctly: A listener asks for advice on what to do about her husband, who controls his gas around other people, but will not stop himself from farting around her (despite repeated requests for him to not do that). James and Dr. Steve give that advice, as they take every listener question seriously!

A listener writes in and asks about maintaining friendships more effectively. Too, he says he has been "lonely by choice" for much of his life, and needs to develop better relationship skills. James and Dr. Steve take different approaches to responding, as they wind him around to solutions.

A listener feels a good vibe with a woman who works at his grocery store - but needs advice on the best way to proceed from here. Up to the challenge are two guys who haven't dated since Teddy Roosevelt's administration -- but know a thing or two about relationships! James and Dr. Steve give answers and direct him toward success!

When your spouse's ex has Borderline Personality Disorder, is there a way we can help the kids from that relationship? A listener writes in with this question, as she sets out to keep secure boundaries with her step children. James and Dr. Steve give answers to a difficult situation.

A listener writes in because she has a friend who pops in and out of their life... when they are together, the friendship is golden - but then there are long stretches of time where the friend disappears from the radar screen. James and Dr. Steve analyze and offer advice for how to handle a friendship that seems inconsistent at best.

When this listener and his girlfriend sit down for dinner, they ask each other how their day went... he gives brief answers, she tells a story -- but when is too much too much? James and Dr. Steve give answers on how to handle a big disparity in word volume between someone who is chatty and someone who is not!

A young listener writes in and tells about how her mother is losing her patience and temper with the family dog; then asks if there is anything she can do. James and Dr. Steve wade into a new relationship pool with this one, as they field the question and offer suggestions for mom.

Men and boys do a fair amount of trash talk with each other... A natural part of being a guy in America -- but how much is too much? James and Dr. Steve break down the game film and talk about the importance of talk... the nature of relationships, and how smack talk can be both a vehicle toward intimacy -- but also a barrier from it!

What should you do if you've told a professor you're not interested, but he continues to pursue? A listener faces this very quandary, as she is torn between protecting her career/future, and easing out of the advances made by a professor in her field. Listen as James and Dr. Steve band together to support her decision!

A child of divorce wants to be okay with their mom's boyfriend, but it's easier said that done. A psychologist and a comedy writer weigh in on how to make it happen.

If your partner uses sarcasm a lot, what does that mean? A listener asks about how her relationship is viewed by outsiders -- as she and her boyfriend have a certain manner of relating to each other that is comfortable for them, but has drawn some concern from others.

With dating and meet-up apps becoming more popular than ever, users are having difficulty defining the nature and future of relationships started in this quick manner. This week, a listener writes in with a question about whether the signals mean their relationship is intended to last. Peer in as James and Dr. Steve help read the signs, and discuss this relatively new relationship phenomenon.

A woman wants to know if she should pursue a coworker she's interested in. She thinks it's mutual, but she's not sure. Is this sort of thing still okay in 2018?

A listener writes in and asks about how to handle her mother - who is impossible to please, and will find something wrong with everything the daughter does. Dr. Steve and James break down the relationship, and offer advice that is both psychologically sound, and practical in its approach.

A listener writes in and asks about some unrequited feelings -- she has been giving a lot to this relationship (friendship?)... he has not. She asks our opinion about the future and what to do -- and Dr. Steve & James give candid feedback on their views of the long-term potential. If you've ever felt like you've been "friend-zoned", this episode is a MUST listen!

A listener writes an and tells a secret - she is developing a crush on her boyfriend's brother. Whether it's dating or a marriage, interests on people outside of the relationship can be a learning experience. Listen to Dr. Steve and James guide her through the thinking process.

A listener writes in and classically describes narcissism, through the actions of her mean mother. The family dynamics unfold among the children and father, and James & Dr. Steve give advice on how to proceed, given the limited options offered by her mom.