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Unreal Counseling with Lisa Ryan

By Lisa Ryan

Welcome! If you’re a woman and looking for an online community of likeminded women to lift you up and give you comfort and answers, we've got you covered! With Unreal Therapy and Counseling For Busy People, we are here to talk you through life’s personal struggles of ALL kinds. Support! Solutions! Skills! Led by Relationship Expert Lisa Ryan and plucky Communications Specialist Tim Holmstrom, you’ll never be alone in your car again! Plus, mountains of fast guides and checklists, scads of free videos and quizzes, and loads of fun stuff to make your life work like never before!
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#33 How to Become a Productivity Machine - Lisa Ryan LPC

Unreal Counseling with Lisa RyanDec 16, 2021

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#33 How to Become a Productivity Machine - Lisa Ryan LPC

#33 How to Become a Productivity Machine - Lisa Ryan LPC

We are looking forward to our next virtual conversation - "To Hell with New Year's Resolutions" at 11:00 AM on January 7th.

This is a webinar series designed for women, by women covering important, timely and relatable topics.  Register here.

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We also hope you will take advantage of our continuing holiday sale. All Playbooks are half-off.  Grab your Playbooks here. Use the discount code GIFT4ME to get 50% off any of our Playbooks.

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa and Erin discuss how to adopt and shape a mindset that allows you to be a productivity machine!

Helpful and timely wisdom dispensed on a weekly basis. For more great content like this, check out Counseling for Busy People and feel free to keep sending us in topics, ideas or situations that we  can talk about on future episodes. Thanks, and take great care!

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Dec 16, 202112:54
#32 What to Do if Boyfriend Refuses to Make a Relationship Public. What Would Lisa Say? - Lisa Ryan LPC

#32 What to Do if Boyfriend Refuses to Make a Relationship Public. What Would Lisa Say? - Lisa Ryan LPC

We are looking forward to our next virtual conversation -
"To Hell with New Year's Resolutions" at 11:00 AM on January 7th.

This is a webinar series designed for women, by women covering important, timely and relatable topics.

Register here.

___________________________

We also hope you will take advantage of our continuing holiday sale. All Playbooks are half-off.

Grab your Playbooks here. Use the discount code GIFT4ME to get 50% off any of our Playbooks.


🎯  Join us here:  Membership at Counseling for Busy People 🎯

Build a smarter you with videos and workbooks you can't find anywhere else on the internet!

In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa and Erin discuss how to deal with a prickly situation: A boyfriend or significant other that refuses to make your ongoing relationship public.

Helpful and timely wisdom dispensed on a weekly basis. For more great content like this, check out Counseling for Busy People and feel free to keep sending us in topics, ideas or situations that we  can talk about on future episodes. Thanks, and take great care!

This month's selection of blogs, podcasts and our YouTube channel content will focus on avoiding holiday minefields. We hope you find them both timely and useful...

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#family

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Dec 15, 202103:49
#31 Managing Break Up When Friends Are in The Mix

#31 Managing Break Up When Friends Are in The Mix

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa and Erin discuss a common but difficult situation of successfully navigating relationships with mutual friends after a break up.

Helpful and timely wisdom dispensed on a weekly basis. For more great content like this, check out Counseling for Busy People and feel free to keep sending us in topics, ideas or situations that we  can talk about on future episodes. Thanks, and take great care!

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#holidays

#family

#confidence #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneurmindset #womenempoweringwomen #womenentrepreneurs. #counselingforbusypeople #advocacycircle. #community #womensupportingwomen #womeninbusiness #womenempowerment #growthmindset #truthseeker #truthbetold #truths #grit

Dec 09, 202106:26
#30 How to Deal With a Husband Who is a Control Freak. What Would Lisa Say? - Lisa Ryan LPC

#30 How to Deal With a Husband Who is a Control Freak. What Would Lisa Say? - Lisa Ryan LPC

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa and Erin discuss creative and effective ways to deal with a husband or partner who is controlling and show no sign of letting up.  

Helpful and timely wisdom dispensed on a weekly basis. For more great content like this, check out Counseling for Busy People and feel free to keep sending us in topics, ideas or situations that we  can talk about on future episodes. Thanks, and take great care!

This month's selection of blogs, podcasts and our YouTube channel content will focus on avoiding holiday minefields. We hope you find them both timely and useful...

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Proven💫

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#holidays

#family

#confidence #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneurmindset #womenempoweringwomen #womenentrepreneurs. #counselingforbusypeople #advocacycircle. #community #womensupportingwomen #womeninbusiness #womenempowerment #growthmindset #truthseeker #truthbetold #truths #grit

Dec 07, 202103:21
#29 Elderly Parents Demanding Everyone Is Vaccinated For Holiday Gatherings. What Would Lisa Say? - Lisa Ryan LPC

#29 Elderly Parents Demanding Everyone Is Vaccinated For Holiday Gatherings. What Would Lisa Say? - Lisa Ryan LPC

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa and Erin discuss how to handle what has become a more common situation and dividing link in families. When members of the family have such strong opinions about vaccination that they end up creating restrictions or demands for people coming into their homes or to family gatherings. .

Helpful and timely wisdom dispensed on a weekly basis. For more great content like this, check out Counseling for Busy People and feel free to keep sending us in topics, ideas or situations that we  can talk about on future episodes. Thanks, and take great care!

This month's selection of blogs, podcasts and our YouTube channel content will focus on avoiding holiday minefields. We hope you find them both timely and useful...

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Proven💫

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#holidays

#family

#confidence #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneurmindset #womenempoweringwomen #womenentrepreneurs. #counselingforbusypeople #advocacycircle. #community #womensupportingwomen #womeninbusiness #womenempowerment #growthmindset #truthseeker #truthbetold #truths #grit

Dec 02, 202105:32
#28 My New Boyfriend Does Not Respond To My Family Dinner Invitation. What Would Lisa Say? - Lisa Ryan LPC

#28 My New Boyfriend Does Not Respond To My Family Dinner Invitation. What Would Lisa Say? - Lisa Ryan LPC

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa and Erin discuss how to help someone understand their behavior has been disappointing or unacceptable when it comes to offering a polite or timely response to invitations you've offered.   

Helpful and timely wisdom dispensed on a weekly basis. For more great content like this, check out Counseling for Busy People and feel free to keep sending us in topics, ideas or situations that we  can talk about on future episodes. Thanks, and take great care!

This month's selection of blogs, podcasts and our YouTube channel content will focus on avoiding holiday minefields. We hope you find them both timely and useful...

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Truthful💫

Provocative 💫

Effective 💫

Proven💫

Join us : sign up for our Waitlist to be notified when Membership next opens for Counseling for Busy People  Build a smarter you with videos and workbooks you can't find anywhere else on the internet!  🎯Read more at counselingforbusypeople.com  🎯Learn more by joining our membership when it opens and read our insightful and inspiring blogs on our website: link to bio.  💫inform l inspire l involve💫 💫💫💫have impact💫💫

#holidays

#family

#confidence #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneurmindset #womenempoweringwomen #womenentrepreneurs. #counselingforbusypeople #advocacycircle. #community #womensupportingwomen #womeninbusiness #womenempowerment #growthmindset #truthseeker #truthbetold #truths #grit

Nov 30, 202104:22
#27 How to Get Your Partner to Help With Holiday Preparations. What Would Lisa Say? - Lisa Ryan LPC

#27 How to Get Your Partner to Help With Holiday Preparations. What Would Lisa Say? - Lisa Ryan LPC

Looking forward to navigating a host of holiday minefields?  If not, join us at our upcoming FREE LIVE WEBINARS where we provide real answers for real women.

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa and Erin discuss approaches to laying down some important lines and boundaries while communicating how to share the work involved in holiday gathering or the holidays in general.

Helpful and timely wisdom dispensed on a weekly basis. For more great content like this, check out Counseling for Busy People and feel free to keep sending us in topics, ideas or situations that we  can talk about on future episodes. Thanks, and take great care!

This month's selection of blogs, podcasts and our YouTube channel content will focus on avoiding holiday minefields. We hope you find them both timely and useful...

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Proven💫

Join us : sign up for our Waitlist to be notified when Membership next opens for Counseling for Busy People  Build a smarter you with videos and workbooks you can't find anywhere else on the internet!  🎯Read more at counselingforbusypeople.com  🎯Learn more by joining our membership when it opens and read our insightful and inspiring blogs on our website: link to bio.  💫inform l inspire l involve💫 💫💫💫have impact💫💫

#holidays

#family

#confidence #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneurmindset #womenempoweringwomen #womenentrepreneurs. #counselingforbusypeople #advocacycircle. #community #womensupportingwomen #womeninbusiness #womenempowerment #growthmindset #truthseeker #truthbetold #truths #grit

Nov 18, 202104:51
#26 How To Handle Getting Gifts From Family That Just Don't Work For You. What Would Lisa Say? - Lisa Ryan LPC

#26 How To Handle Getting Gifts From Family That Just Don't Work For You. What Would Lisa Say? - Lisa Ryan LPC

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa and Erin discuss approaches to politely but effective approach the subject of gifts from in-laws or family members that just don't work for you in your home or not in line with your personal taste. 

Helpful and timely wisdom dispensed on a weekly basis. For more great content like this, check out Counseling for Busy People and feel free to keep sending us in topics, ideas or situations that we  can talk about on future episodes. Thanks, and take great care!

This month's selection of blogs, podcasts and our YouTube channel content will focus on avoiding holiday minefields. We hope you find them both timely and useful...

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Proven💫

Join us : sign up for our Waitlist to be notified when Membership next opens for Counseling for Busy People  Build a smarter you with videos and workbooks you can't find anywhere else on the internet!  🎯Read more at counselingforbusypeople.com  🎯Learn more by joining our membership when it opens and read our insightful and inspiring blogs on our website: link to bio.  💫inform l inspire l involve💫 💫💫💫have impact💫💫

#holidays

#family

#confidence #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneurmindset #womenempoweringwomen #womenentrepreneurs. #counselingforbusypeople #advocacycircle. #community #womensupportingwomen #womeninbusiness #womenempowerment #growthmindset #truthseeker #truthbetold #truths #grit 

Nov 15, 202107:08
#25 Dealing with Your Husband's Ex-Spouse. What Would Lisa Say? - Lisa Ryan LPC

#25 Dealing with Your Husband's Ex-Spouse. What Would Lisa Say? - Lisa Ryan LPC

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa and Erin discuss approaches to tactfully but deftly deal with your husbands ex-spouse if conflicts arise and before they possibly mushroom out of control.

For more great content like this, check out Counseling for Busy People and feel free to keep sending us in topics, ideas or situations that we  can talk about on future episodes. Thanks, and take great care!

This month's selection of blogs, podcasts and our YouTube channel content will focus on avoiding holiday minefields. We hope you find them both timely and useful...

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Read more about what we offer here -

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Proven💫

Join us : sign up for our Waitlist to be notified when Membership next opens for Counseling for Busy People  Build a smarter you with videos and workbooks you can't find anywhere else on the internet!  🎯Read more at counselingforbusypeople.com  🎯Learn more by joining our membership when it opens and read our insightful and inspiring blogs on our website: link to bio.  💫inform l inspire l involve💫 💫💫💫have impact💫💫

#holidays

#family

#family stress #confidence #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneurmindset #womenempoweringwomen #womenentrepreneurs. #counselingforbusypeople #advocacycircle. #community #womensupportingwomen #womeninbusiness #womenempowerment #growthmindset #truthseeker #truthbetold #truths #grit

Nov 11, 202106:13
#24 How to Handle Criticism During the Holidays. What Would Lisa Say? - Lisa Ryan LPC

#24 How to Handle Criticism During the Holidays. What Would Lisa Say? - Lisa Ryan LPC

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa and Erin discuss approaches to tactfully disarm or deflect criticism from relatives who, while even if well-meaning, use the holidays as a ill timed opportunity to share unsolicited or unwelcome advice and observations.  

For more great content like this, check out Counseling for Busy People and feel free to keep sending us in topics, ideas or situations that we  can talk about on future episodes. Thanks, and take great care!

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Join us : sign up for our Waitlist to be notified when Membership next opens for Counseling for Busy People  Build a smarter you with videos and workbooks you can't find anywhere else on the internet!  🎯Read more at counselingforbusypeople.com  🎯Learn more by joining our membership when it opens and read our insightful and inspiring blogs on our website: link to bio.  💫inform l inspire l involve💫 💫💫💫have impact💫💫💫



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#family

#family stress #confidence #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneurmindset #womenempoweringwomen #womenentrepreneurs. #counselingforbusypeople #advocacycircle. #community #womensupportingwomen #womeninbusiness #womenempowerment #growthmindset #truthseeker #truthbetold #truths #grit

Nov 08, 202105:48
#23 Navigating The Holidays

#23 Navigating The Holidays

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa and Erin discuss approaches to handling some the inevitable challenges the season's holidays can throw our way as we map out ways to once again gather as families or just go it alone.

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#holidays

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#family stress
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#entrepreneurlife
#entrepreneurmindset
#womenempoweringwomen
#womenentrepreneurs
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#truths
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Nov 04, 202109:35
#22 Transitions with Lisa Ryan and Erin Smith

#22 Transitions with Lisa Ryan and Erin Smith

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa and Erin discuss ways to understand and manage the personal and professional challenges magnified by the pandemic and often upending the traditional fabric of our society in terms of work, life and future planning.

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#holidays

#family

#family stress #confidence #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneurmindset #womenempoweringwomen #womenentrepreneurs. #counselingforbusypeople #advocacycircle. #community #womensupportingwomen #womeninbusiness #womenempowerment #growthmindset #truthseeker #truthbetold #truths #grit

Nov 02, 202129:27
#21 Smart Women with Lisa Ryan

#21 Smart Women with Lisa Ryan

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa discusses the importance of paying close attention to your inner instincts, listening to the voice inside your head - which so many of us often ignore - and in the process uphold your personal values.

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Aug 26, 202104:35
#20 A Desire for Justice with Lisa Ryan

#20 A Desire for Justice with Lisa Ryan

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa discusses how we are impacted by the natural desire for justice when we've been wronged and how to try to frame that desire, whether by releasing it or acting upon it.  

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Aug 17, 202103:31
#19 Is Texting Cheating? with Lisa Ryan

#19 Is Texting Cheating? with Lisa Ryan

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa and Tim discuss whether texting is cheating can feel like or be cheating when it comes to creating strong boundaries and trust in your relationships.

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Aug 04, 202124:12
#18 How Not To Worry with Lisa Ryan

#18 How Not To Worry with Lisa Ryan

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In this episode of Unreal  Counseling, Lisa discusses ways to keep a  lid on your worries and the  importance of trying to avoid allowing yourself to sink into worrying as  much as possible.

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Jul 21, 202104:23
#17 How Givers Train Takers with Lisa Ryan

#17 How Givers Train Takers with Lisa Ryan

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa and her guest, Tim Holmstrom, discuss how "Givers Train Takers" and some of the things you can do to avoid falling into common routines or pitfalls which may allow this to happen.

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Jul 20, 202117:06
#16 In Defense of "Karens" with Lisa Ryan

#16 In Defense of "Karens" with Lisa Ryan

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa discusses the power and cultural phenomenon of social shaming of the name "Karen' and stereotyping women in a way that may be misleading or unfair. It's important to make distinctions about what or who a "Karen" actually represents and how names are increasingly weaponized for social or political agendas.


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Jul 14, 202103:18
#15 The Bear Trap of Self-Pity with Lisa Ryan

#15 The Bear Trap of Self-Pity with Lisa Ryan

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In this episode of Unreal Counseling, Lisa discusses the pitfalls of self-pity and what why we should avoid them as much as possible. She explains why you are better off cultivating a mindset of gratitude for all you have been given and all you still possess.

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Jun 29, 202104:56
#14 What Do Men Really Want? with Lisa Ryan
Jun 28, 202123:36
#13 The Effects of Betrayal with Lisa Ryan
Jun 11, 202118:30
# 12 How Working Couples Stay In Love with Lisa Ryan
Apr 20, 202106:09
#11 5 Ways on How To Make Important Decisions with Lisa Ryan
Mar 24, 202126:39
#10 How to Have Courage with Lisa Ryan
Mar 17, 202136:12
#9 Are You In A One Sided Relationship with Lisa Ryan
Mar 05, 202137:10
#8 The Importance of Having Female Mentors with Lisa Ryan
Feb 03, 202127:10
#7 How to Buy a Car When You're a Woman with Lisa Ryan
Jan 27, 202132:27
#6 How to Get Heard with Lisa Ryan
Jan 20, 202133:14
#5 It's Time to Stop Beating Yourself Up with Lisa Ryan
Jan 13, 202122:04
#4 How To Get Out of That Funk & Become Unstuck with Lisa Ryan

#4 How To Get Out of That Funk & Become Unstuck with Lisa Ryan

On our fourth episode we go over that feeling of being stuck. Ugh! Sometimes it's hard to get motivated and get out of that funk, but you can do it! We discuss feeling stuck with the virus, in relationships, cities, jobs, marriages and so much more. We talk about how to avoid getting stuck and how to shake those feelings of being stuck to get your life back on track and have you pointed at where you want to go. What are some of your remedies for getting unstuck? Have you ever felt stuck before?  Let's talk about it!

We also go over stories about settling versus striving for the best possible experience for yourself. Ever settled for less when you knew you deserved more? We have all been there and you will get to hear our experiences of settling when you listen to the episode.

At the end of the episode we go over the "Amazing Annual Planner" that we created to get you moving forward in 2021. This extensive workbook can be found on Counseling for Busy People for free for a short period of time. In this planning workbook you will find several great resources designed to keep you on track for your 2021 goals. Some of the included resources are: 

  • Goal-Setting Worksheets
  • Deep-dive on Feelings of 2020
  • Analysis of Missed Opportunities in 2020
  • Inspirational Quotes throughout the Workbook
  • Strategic Goal Planning for 2021
  • Information About Why Goals are Useful
  • 12 Month Target Calendar
  • Weekly Strategic Goals
  • Daily Habits & Feelings
  • Action Boxes to Make it Happen!

Listen along and let us know what you think about feeling stuck. Get in touch with us to let us know what topics or scenarios you want us to cover next. Feel free to email lisa@counselingforbusypeople.com with suggestions or direct message us on any social media platform! @counselingforbusypeople.

We hope you enjoy the fourth episode, take great care!

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Jan 06, 202131:32
#3 Remedies for Mending a Broken Heart with Lisa Ryan

#3 Remedies for Mending a Broken Heart with Lisa Ryan

In our 3rd episode to wrap up the end of this brutal year we are talking about broken hearts! While the main idea of the episode is focused on being heartbroken after a relationship, we also discuss broken hearts when it comes to losing a loved one, losing a job or losing a pet. Heartbreaks are always difficult and it may influence you to sulk in your own sorrows, but we are here to get you moving again! We talk all about the strategies that you can use to overcome a broken heart. Whether it is using the heartbreak as a motivating factor to get you into the gym or getting you out of your comfort zone to start putting yourself out there again, there are plenty of ways to distract yourself from thinking about an old lover. 

Throughout this episode we go over scenarios that have happened with friends and family to evaluate which ways are healthy ways to get over a break-up. Maybe you need to dwell on things in your room for a day or two, but all that sulking and not moving can be detrimental to your happiness! After you take a few days to feel sorry for yourself, it is time to get back out there and make yourself happy again. Just simply moving into a different room in your house will help! 

At the end of the episode we go over 20 helpful remedies for mending a broken heart. The document we reference was created by Lisa Ryan and can be found here. Be sure to send in your topics, stories, situations and more and we would be happy to talk about them on future episodes. Visit Counseling for Busy People for more great content and previews to our monthly membership coming soon. Thanks, and take great care! 😘

Dec 30, 202037:06
#2 Establishing Better Boundaries with Lisa Ryan

#2 Establishing Better Boundaries with Lisa Ryan

On our second episode we cover all of the boundaries...literally. We talk about boundaries with family members, friends, relationships and more. We go over a situation where a girlfriend was not invited to Christmas because of the boyfriend's family as well as parental tendencies such as being worried about the virus or not wanting to entertain. On the topic of boundaries, we also cover sharing locations. Is it healthy to ask to share locations with your significant other? Is it OK if they don't want to? 

We also discuss a story of girlfriends hanging out with their boyfriend's friends and vice-versa. Do some people make more sacrifices than others? Should you be able to hangout with your partner's friends even if you are the lone girl/boy in the room? What are some common things that men and women do with their friends? Is it only sports and gaming for guys and only gossip for girls? 

At the end of the episode we go over the "Killer One-Liners That Build Strong Boundaries." This document can be found here and here. Be sure to check out Counseling for Busy People for more great content!

The second episode of our Unreal Therapy podcast has a great theme for he holiday season. Listen along and let us know what you think about these situations. Get in touch with us to let us know what topics or scenarios you want us to cover next. Feel free to email lisa@counselingforbusypeople.com with suggestions or direct message us on any social media platform!

We hope you enjoy the second episode, take great care!

Dec 23, 202038:34
#1 Our First Podcast!

#1 Our First Podcast!

Welcome to Unreal Therapy hosted by Lisa Ryan & Maki Mandelis! This is our first podcast ever so we didn't have much structure in this episode, but we talked about relationships, the differences between men and women's perspectives, the benefits of anonymous online therapy and much more playful banter. 

Lisa Ryan is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been saving relationships for over 18 years. She specializes in infidelity, trust building and identifying the root cause of relationship issues. She has seen thousands of clients over the past 18 years of her private practice and now she is developing a membership website called Counseling for Busy People that is designed to help women with fun workshops, quizzes, videos, webinars and more.

Maki Mandelis is a Communication Specialist who was hired by Lisa in early October. Maki is the one behind all of the digital content that you see on Counseling for Busy People. Maki's role on the podcast is to show a younger male's perspective of relationship problems and solutions. Although the podcast and the Counseling for Busy People membership are made for women, Maki gives a fresh viewpoint from the lens of a man. 

Throughout our future episodes, we will be answering questions sent in by our viewers. We are ready to answer anything, so please send us any questions to lisa@counselingforbusypeople.com and we will go over them on the show. 

Dec 16, 202035:38