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Dr. Kristie Overstreet brings her skills as a clinical sexologist and psychotherapist to help you make every connection matter. As your southern sex therapist, she’ll help you focus on a...
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Dr. Kristie Overstreet brings her skills as a clinical sexologist and psychotherapist to help you make every connection matter. As your southern sex therapist, she’ll help you focus on a fix yourself first approach that allows you to reconnect with yourself to better express your needs and wants in all of your relationships. With her practical tips and methods, you’ll stop waiting for others to change and finally begin to create the relationships you deserve.
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Fix Yourself First with Dr. Kristie
Fix Yourself First with Dr. Kristie
26 FEB 2024 · Join us for an insightful exploration of the intricacies of sexual connections and relationship dynamics.
Renowned sex educator Emily Nagoski teams up with Dr. Kristie Overstreet to unravel the complexities of sexual satisfaction, self-discovery, and navigating societal expectations. In this episode, Dr. Kristie and Dr. Emily Nagoski delve deep into the importance of self-connection, pleasure, and authenticity in fostering healthy, fulfilling relationships.
From challenging gender roles to reframing the conversation around desire and pleasure, Dr. Nagoski shares valuable insights aimed at empowering individuals to embrace their sexuality with confidence and joy.
Whether you're seeking inspiration, practical advice, or a fresh perspective on sexual wellbeing, this episode offers wisdom and encouragement to guide you on your journey towards greater intimacy and connection.
What we discuss:
- Improving sexual connections and relationships.
- Sexual wellbeing and pleasure in long-term relationships.
- Desire, pleasure, and emotional connection in relationships.
- Prioritizing sex in relationships and maintaining a healthy connection.
- Breaking free from societal expectations in sexual relationships.
- Gender roles, sexuality, and pleasure in relationships.
https://www.spreaker.com/episode/205-final--58624324
Emily Nogoskihttps://www.emilynagoski.com/https://www.emilynagoski.com/
IG and FB: @DrKristieOverstreet
21 FEB 2024 · It can be tough whether it's starting for the first time or maybe even restarting the steps towards your goals.
Most of the time it's the 3 P's that get in the way of forward movement.
In this episode you'll learn how to identify and overcome the 3 P's:
- Perfectionism
- People Pleasing
- Procrastination
Dr. Kristie will share examples from her life as well as others to help you make the changes you need to create a better relationship with yourself and others, so you can design the life you deserve.
Get ready to unlock the keys to overcoming obstacles on your path to self-improvement.
What we discuss:
- Overcoming obstacles to self-improvement.
- Perfectionism and self-sabotage in personal growth.
- Perfectionism and self-acceptance.
- People-pleasing habits and their impact on mental health.
- Silencing inner voice due to fear of judgment.
- Procrastination and taking action.
IG and FB: @DrKristieOverstreetKeywords:
10 OCT 2023 · Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth?
We explore common behaviors hindering self-connection and growth.
In this episode, Dr. Kristie talks about 10 common behaviors that can get in the way of having a good relationship with oneself, such as self-criticism, perfectionism, negative self-talk, and avoiding self-reflection. Dr. Overstreet provides suggestions for "fixing" each behavior.
Start by applying these strategies today, and stay tuned for more insights in our upcoming episodes!
What we discuss:
- Common behaviors hindering self-connection and growth.
- Self-criticism, perfectionism, and negative self-talk.
- Self-compassion, boundaries, and forgiveness.
- Self-care and personal growth habits.
- Common self-sabotaging behaviors in relationships.
Let's connect at IG and FB: @DrKristieOverstreet
27 SEP 2023 · Discover the Secrets to Healthy Relationship
Learn how to assess your relationship health and avoid staying in unfulfilling connections. Explore the key dynamics that make a relationship thrive, from mutual respect to effective conflict resolution. Discover the importance of quality time, shared values, and trust in nurturing a loving partnership.
In this episode, Dr. Kristie dives deep into the world of relationships, shedding light on what it takes to build and maintain a fulfilling partnership.
Whether in a relationship or looking to improve your connection with others, this episode has insights that can make a real difference.
What we discuss:
- Healthy relationships and self-assessment
- Relationship values
- Shared goals and equality in healthy relationships
- Building trust in relationships
Let's connect at IG and FB: @DrKristieOverstreet
21 SEP 2023 · How can constantly seeking other people's opinions prevent someone from trusting their own judgement and decision making?
In the episode, Dr. Kristie gives five steps someone can take to start trusting themselves more: reflecting on their core values, practicing self-compassion, cultivating self-awareness, looking at their past progress and small goals, and learning to say no.
Mindfulness is also an important bonus step.
While getting others' perspectives is fine, people need to bring their own perspectives to the table as well and make decisions that feel right for them.
What we discuss:
- Trusting personal opinions and intuition
- Seeking external validation vs. self-trust in decision-making
- Values-based decision making for personal and professional growth
- Building self-trust through self-awareness
- Celebrate small accomplishments
- Trusting oneself and setting boundaries
Let's connect at IG and FB: @DrKristieOverstreet
8 SEP 2023 · How do we define fidelity?
What's cheating even in non-monogamous relationships?
How do you deal with the feelings that come up?
How do you have conversations about them and everything in between?
We tend to think of being jealous in such a bad light, but there are some good things that can come from it. In the same way, there are a lot of different types of relationships, from monogamous to relationship chaos and everything in between.
In this episode, I'm chatting with Paige Bond. She is a marriage and family therapist, she helps individuals, and couples work on feeling more connected and secure in their relationships.
We're going to talk about how to deal with jealousy and be in an ethical, non-monogamy relationship. The different sides of jealousy, negotiations, talking, connecting, and everything else is covered in this episode.
What we discuss:
- What does ethical non-monogamy mean?
- What is polyamory?
- How to create agreements around sexual desire?
- Jealousy and how to deal with it.
- What is considered cheating?
- How to ask yourself what you want?
- Defining terms like fidelity and cheating
Let's connect at
Paige Bond: https://www.instagram.com/paigebondcoaching/%C2%A0
IG and FB: @DrKristieOverstreet
23 AUG 2023 · Do you ever experience feelings of rejection, abandonment, emotional abuse, physical threat, or even holding content? It may indicate a problem with emotional safety.
If you want to feel more emotionally safe in a current relationship or a future relationship.
In this episode, we will discuss emotional safety, what truly occurs when we lack it, how to restore sex and intimacy when they are lacking, the relationship between our attachment style and emotional safety, how that's connected to it,
and the 10 practical steps to start practicing and doing right now to build up emotional safety.
What we discuss:
- How can low emotional security be a problem?
- How emotional safety affects sex and intimacy
- What to look for if a partner lacks emotional safety.
- How attachment styles affect our emotional safety
- How do we build emotional safety?
- How to build trust
Let's connect at
IG and FB: @DrKristieOverstreet
9 AUG 2023 · No one could be harder on me than I am on myself...
I beat myself up harder than anyone else ever could...
With a loud inner critic which often masquerades as "motivation," it's easy to forget the importance of self-compassion.
This episode offers empowerment to cultivate healthier relationships, not just with yourself, but also with others. We dive into the power of self-compassion and how to develop it, all while sharing personal experiences and motivational mantras that have weathered challenging times.
Armed with these simple yet powerful tools, stay grounded and focused in the present, letting go of past mistakes or simply seeking ways to be gentler with yourself. So, tune in and be sure to share this episode with someone you knows needs it!
What we discuss:
- Developing Self-Compassion
- Practicing Self-Compassion for Personal Growth
- What is self-compassion?
- How to give yourself grace?
- How to let go of negativity?
- Practice self-compassion journaling
- Mantras that help develop self-compassion
Let's connect at IG and FB: @DrKristieOverstreet
2 AUG 2023 · Wondering how to navigate the highs and lows of embracing your unique identity, especially in the face of societal norms? Join us as we engage in a heartfelt and honest discussion with the inspiring duo, Lindsay Boccardo and Lauren Moffatt. Our guests delve into their personal experiences of overcoming internalized homophobia, religious and spiritual trauma, and complicated family dynamics. They share the fear, courage, and resilience that has enabled them to stand tall in their truth.
In this episode, we talk about their experiences of coming out and the importance of supportive partners and allies. Lindsay and Lauren provide useful advice on how to create an accepting environment for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families. Finally, our guests recount the empowering process of personal growth that comes from being true to oneself.
Join us on this inspiring journey as we explore the dynamics of coming out, the pressure of purity culture, and the power of authenticity. Be prepared to be moved and inspired.
What we discuss:
- Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Authenticity
- Navigating LGBTQIA+ Identity and Religious Trauma
- Navigating Purity Culture
- Coming Out and Living Authentically
- Supporting LGBTQIA+ Individuals and Their Families
- Finding Authenticity and Personal Growth
Let's connect at The Woods podcast, hosted by Lauren and Lindsayhttps://www.lindsayboccardo.com/the-woods.html
IG and FB: @DrKristieOverstreet
26 JUL 2023 · Facing life-altering decisions like starting IVF and getting engaged made me explore a unique six-step decision-making method.
This method is not just about me; it's about you finding your way through hard choices, about embracing the empowerment that comes with making them, and about keeping an open heart and open mind.
I'll unpack my process of talking, writing, researching, and seeking answers, guiding you toward making decisions that feel right for you.
Trust is vital when making major life decisions,
In this episode we'll delve into how to foster that trust in oneself. We'll also discuss how to navigate when you feel unsure and how to handle the inevitable setbacks. Remember, growth is not linear, and taking a step back often precedes moving forward. We'll stand together facing the tough decisions, making this formidable journey less intimidating.
What we discuss:
- Making Difficult Life Decisions
- The Decision-Making Method
- Six Steps to Mastering Major Decisions
- Effective Decision Making and Future Plans
- Navigating Through Major Life Decisions
- The Art of Making Significant Life Choices
- Overcoming the Intimidation of Difficult Decisions
- Empowerment through Life-Altering Choices
- Trust and Growth
Let's connect at IG and FB: @DrKristieOverstreet
Dr. Kristie Overstreet brings her skills as a clinical sexologist and psychotherapist to help you make every connection matter. As your southern sex therapist, she’ll help you focus on a...
show more
Dr. Kristie Overstreet brings her skills as a clinical sexologist and psychotherapist to help you make every connection matter. As your southern sex therapist, she’ll help you focus on a fix yourself first approach that allows you to reconnect with yourself to better express your needs and wants in all of your relationships. With her practical tips and methods, you’ll stop waiting for others to change and finally begin to create the relationships you deserve.
show less
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Website | www.drkristieoverstreet.com |
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