Have you been in a relationship where you love the person but don't feel loved or understood by them? Maybe you both feel as though you are loving each other as hard as you can, but there's a disconnect? You probably aren't speaking each other's love language! Meg and I discuss effective communication, loving your partner the way they receive love, and what it looks like to be running on an empty love tank. Don't become a dry sponge, get that fulfilment you need out of your relationship.

In this new mental health episode, I sit down with Cheryl, O'Connell, LPC and take a deep dive into depression- the types, the causes, how we can fight it, and how to help someone you love that's suffering with it. We talk about suicide and what you can do to prevent it. And we take a look at how Covid-19 has affected us and caused mental health issues in so many people who have never suffered from them before. This honest and open episode could save lives and provide ways to cope with the intense emotions enveloping the world we live in today. Please check it out if you or someone you know has struggled with feeling sad, hopeless, lost, or numb.

Ways to Fight Depression Naturally

You can find Cheryl at https://www.calmwaters.org/programs/counseling/ or https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/cheryl-a-oconnell-cumming-ga/229972

If you or someone you know if suffering from suicidal thoughts or behavior, contact the National Suicide Prevention Line by phone 800-273-8255 or online at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

Or in Georgia, http://www.suicidehotlines.com/georgia.html

You should reach out for help for yourself or a friend if you/they are experiencing:

• frequent mood swings or personality changes
• talking about death or dying
• purchasing a weapon
• increased substance use
• risky or dangerous behavior
• getting rid of belongings or giving away treasured possessions
• talking about feeling trapped or wanting a way out
• pushing people away or saying they want to be left alone
• saying goodbye with more feeling than usual

If you think your friend is considering suicide, urge them to call their therapist while you’re with them or ask your friend if you can call for them.

Are you ready to take that leap and commit? Or do you feel like you need some things clarified first? Meg and I have compiled a list of serious discussions you should have when you decide to settle down with someone. In the first part we discussed fighting styles, finances, and a lot of communication. In this part, we cover the other big six discussions.

In this episode we discuss:

• In laws and setting boundaries to keep your marriage between the two of you
• Balancing work, hobbies, and your relationship
• Dividing up housework and responsibilities
• Whether or not you want kids/Infertility
• Religious and political differences
• What your deal breakers/relationship enders are

Even if you've been together for a while, you may need to have conversations about some of these topics. Meg and I hep navigate these relationship bumps so that they don't become mountains. Create the strongest possible relationship that will withstand all the curveballs life throws at you.

You can find Meg's podcast here.