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Champion bachelors Craig and Greg present a myriad of topics centering on relationships and addictions, shared in the positive light of experience, strength and hope. Both have struggled with the strongholds of addiction and with relationships that went awry, and both have emerged on the other side -- stronger, wiser and better prepared to become what they once set out to be.
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Send us a text What if understanding your attachment style could transform your relationships? Join Craig, Greg, and Josh on "The Solution" as we promise to unravel the mysteries of relationships and addictions, guiding you towards becoming the man every woman dreams of being with. Through candid reflections on our personal journeys, we shed light …
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Send us a text How do you truly distinguish between fleeting physical attraction and genuine compatibility? Join Craig Dahlen and Greg Carter on The Solution as we uncover the crucial elements of self-awareness and shared values in the often-complicated world of dating. In this enlightening episode, we emphasize the importance of understanding your…
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Send us a text Can you imagine sharing your life with someone for over six decades? Join us as we uncover the secrets behind long-lasting marriages with heartwarming stories and invaluable insights. Craig Dahlen, Josh Goding, and Greg Carter share personal anecdotes about their parents and grandparents, who have celebrated marriages spanning 50, 60…
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Send us a text Embark on an exploration of the heart's complexities and mind's musings, where joy, love, and the snares of addiction intertwine in the quest for happiness. Craig Dahlen, Greg Carter, and Josh Goding join us to unravel the tapestry of emotions, digging into the hormonal dance of dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin and their sway over o…
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Send us a text Erectile Dysfunction: Part 2 Craig, Greg and Josh discuss the non-medical causes of E.D. and expound on practical solutions to mitigate the psychosomatic roots of the problem. The topics of diet & exercise, performance anxiety, pornography and and excess masturbation are explored. The importance of intimacy and communication with a p…
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Send us a text Erectile Dysfunction: Part 1. Craig, Greg and Josh discuss the silent struggle with erectile dysfunction that many face, revealing how stress and hormonal imbalances intertwine with our overall well-being. The episode digs deep into the root causes of ED, from the harmful effects of cortisol on our weight and hormones to the critical…
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Send us a text A thought-provoking discussion of the critical role of respect in relationships, peppered with personal anecdotes that bring to life the pain of feeling dismissed and the strain it puts on love. What happens when respect is lost? Can it be regained? The importance of asserting oneself and setting boundaries, understanding and valuing…
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Send us a text Craig interviews Brian Mahan, author of "I Cried All the Way to Happy Hour," about his personal experience with PTSD, the solution he found through Somatic Experiencing and his personal journey to becoming a practitioner. Brian details his observations and reflections on the particulars of Somatic Experiencing, a therapeutic techniqu…
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Send us a text Craig and Greg provide solutions for a recently married couple whose fire is about to go out. The aspects of nonproductive communication are analyzed in light of the "Four Horsemen" of Criticism, Defensiveness, Stonewalling and Contempt, as well as the concept of sexual polarity.Von Craig Dahlen, Greg Carter
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Send us a text Past, Present & Future Part Two. In this two-part episode, hosts Craig and Josh discuss the many possible mental interactions with the past, present and the future. In part two Josh and Craig discuss how self talk leads to various outcomes. Getting out of ones comfort zone and the importance of letting go of attachments is deliberate…
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Send us a text Past, Present & Future Part One. In this two-part episode, hosts Craig and Josh discuss the many possible mental interactions with the past, present and the future. In part one, the perils of alcohol addiction are explored, as well as the transcendental benefits of detachment, including from material possessions. The importance of fo…
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Send us a text Craig and Greg discuss the chemical processes transpiring within a person during a romantic relationship, the way our neurotransmitters and hormones affect our minds and behavior when looking for love. The timeline of a typical relationship is examined in light of brain chemistry, and how this sometimes works for or against us at cer…
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Send us a text Craig, Greg and Josh discuss the cycle of narcissistic abuse, bringing insights both from their experiences and from research in psychology. The weapons in the arsenal of the narcissist -- love bombing, trauma bonding and the cognitive dissonance they create are explored in detail, with the hope that knowledge of these phenomena will…
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Send us a text The champion bachelors receive a letter from a woman whose fiancé has changed practically overnight, growing cold and exhibiting traits of narcissism. Specific toxic behaviors are identified from her story, and our hosts provide the writer with advice and potential solutions.Von Craig Dahlen, Greg Carter
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Send us a text Champion Bachelors Craig and Greg are joined by Josh, the show's technical director for an extended discussion about communication in relationships, and the commonalities found when dealing with toxic people. Part one touches on narcissistic traits and tactics such as gaslighting, blame shifting, cognitive dissonance, unexamined livi…
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Send us a text This episode's letter is from another lovelorn hopeful, entering the brave new world of online dating after being divorced for two years. The writer's quandary evokes a conversation about the tribulations of Internet courtships, and takes our hosts in unexpected directions as well. Greg shares his painful experience of being "catfish…
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Send us a text An update and continuation of the gripping true story featured in Episode 21. Craig and Gregg interview Josh, the show's technical director about his trauma bond with his toxic ex and his effort to go "no contact. After his misplaced romantic hopes are subsequently dashed, a new level of improved mental health is revealed to be withi…
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