Therapy. When do we know if we need it? Why is it so taboo? How can I get my spouse to go with me? In this episode, Landyn is sitting down with psychotherapist and New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, Lori Gottlieb. In addition to her clinical practice, Lori is the co-host of the popular “Dear Therapists” podcast produced by Katie Couric and writes The Atlantic’s weekly “Dear Therapist” advice column. Landyn has been a long time proponent of therapy, ever since she first started going when she and Steve got married over 20 years ago. Being open about her positive experience in counseling, she’s received an inundation of questions about when to go, what to expect, and how to know where to start. In this episode, Landyn is answering YOUR questions and so much more. Lori and Landyn are diving into: People pleasing: where it starts and how to reduce it Creating a safe space for your children to open up about their struggles The steps that lead to ACTUAL, lasting change in your life Why we are poor narratives of our own stories Lori’s incredible back story that led her to counseling in the first place (hint: the show Friends is a large part of this!) Lori is an empathetic expert that will take you on a mini counseling session during this episode. Prepare to learn a bit about yourself while having a few laughs along the way. For full episode notes, visit: www.livingwithlandyn.com/when-to-go-to-therapy-how-to-talk-with-your-kids-about-mental-health-how-to-stop-people-pleasing Want to learn more about Lori? Check out her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorigottlieb_author/
This is the episode everyone has been waiting for. Yep, the conversation about S-E-X, sex. On the podcast today, Landyn is bringing on Vanessa and Xander Marin, your new BFF couple friends. Vanessa is a sex therapist with 20 years of experience and well, Xander is just a regular dude. Tune in as Vanessa brings her education and clinical experience to the table - while Xander breaks it down to understand the men in our lives. Landyn is asking the couple YOUR question you submitted via Instagram. And surprisingly (or maybe not so much!) - most of you were asking the SAME question! In this conversation, they are covering things like: What is the average amount people are having sex? How to get the connection back after you’ve been in a dry spell with your significant other The difference between physical vs emotional intimacy; and how to know which one you are What a man is ACTUALLY thinking during those intimate moments in the bedroom, and How and WHEN to bring up conversations around sex with your spouse - even when they don’t want to talk about it Guys - they aren’t holding anything back! It’s basically the sex education you WISH you’d had! Follow Vanessa and Xander: https://www.instagram.com/vanessamarintherapy For full episode notes, head to: www.livingwithlandyn.com/all-things-sex-education-what-men-are-really-thinking-in-the-bedroom-how-to-get-the-spark-back-in-your-relationship-with-vanessa-xander-marin
In today’s episode of the Living with Landyn Podcast, Landyn is sitting down with everyone’s favorite, Anne Claire, to talk all things college dorm items, things they wish they knew back then, and YOUR funniest college stories. As a follow up from her sit down with her daughter Lily, Landyn is bringing on the one and only Anne Claire to discuss what her college experience was all about - and how to improve YOUR child’s journey. Tune in to hear: Anne Claire’s must haves when she went off to school What the two WISH they had known to bring before leaving Your best and brightest suggestions for upcoming college students (from Instagram stories!) Landyn and Steve’s college experience - and the funny story they had to squash around town and YOUR funniest moments from college - these are NOT to miss hilarious! If you have a child graduating, or a rising senior in the next year or two, this is a NOT to miss episode from dorm items to things you probably haven’t thought through yet! For full episode details, visit: www.livingwithlandyn.com/must-have-items-for-your-college-student-that-you-havent-thought-of-yet
Phew – you may want to grab the tissues for this one. If you have any highschoolers in the house - specifically a rising senior - this episode is your go-to on all things college application process and getting your heart - and your kiddo - ready to send off. On today’s episode, Landyn is bringing on her daughter, Lily, who just graduated from highschool. With the abundance of information out there, Lily and Landyn are breaking down their journey with the college application process, how to prep your senior to leave the house, and their best advice for your senior to make your experience just a little easier. The two are chatting: How many schools you should apply to Why Lily ultimately chose Michigan as her dream school How to cover finances+budgeting with your senior Landyn’s best advice for parents about to send off their child What the roommate process looks like today And as always, she’s taking your questions! She’s answering: Is Lily staying with her boyfriend?! Lily’s favorite graduation gift (it’s a good idea!) Details into the most memorable graduation parties What is Lily going to be majoring in? Will Lily plan to travel abroad - and how do I feel about that? So, if you have a highschooler (or maybe you are one!), this episode is your emotional support and tangible advice on preparing for the college application and leaving the nest process! For full show notes, visit: www.livingwithlandyn.com/all-things-college-application-process-mother-daughter-relationship-best-advice-for-to-prep-your-senior-with-lily
You heard from the all knowing dermatologist last week: Dr Sites - on all things teenage acne! On today’s episode, Landyn is following up the skincare conversation with everyone’s favorite - Anne Claire - to discuss their personal skincare journeys. Skincare can be intimidating, especially when starting out, so Landyn + Anne Claire are bringing down the intimidation factor so you can find the exact product you’re looking for. The pair are chatting; The products they each used growing up (this will bring back some memories for you!) Anne Claire’s detailed run down on her morning and nighttime skincare routine The best self tanner that is having a moment The top 3 products that absolutely changed Landyn’s skin And the products the two would bring if they were deserted on an island :) PLUS! They are answering your skincare questions you submitted via Instagram. This is the skincare episode you’ve been waiting for. For full episode notes and links to all products, visit: www.livingwithlandyn.com/69-making-skincare-approachable-the-3-products-that-will-improve-your-skin-the-most-with-anne-claire
The teenage years can be tough for ALL involved. The child, the parent – the moments of frustration when trying to communicate with them and champion them, but seeing no result can feel almost too much to take sometimes! Well, when Landyn stumbled upon a TikTok video that her friend Mary Jo sent her with the message ‘I think this is what our teenagers are trying to tell us’ - Landyn’s ears perked up. The man in the video was Jordan Toma. Jordan is a financial advisor turned speaker/coach from New Jersey that was diagnosed with ADHD, Dyslexia, and Auditory Processing Disorder. He struggled most of his younger years from a behavioral and educational perspective - until he was given the gift of an IEP - Individualized Education Plan. Being able to understand how to turn his struggles into his strengths changed his entire life. Jordan’s mission is to be the person he needed during those developmental years. And now he’s here to help you and your child, too. In this episode, Jordan is laying out: What an IEP is and how to access this for your child The words your child is longing to hear from you as the parent What to do if you and your spouse aren’t on the same page on what’s best for your child Resources available to your child from elementary to highschool if they aren’t fulfilling their highest potential Encouragement for your parent heart to keep going Let this episode be your reminder that you’re doing the best you can – and to trust your gut. No matter the circumstances, your child is just one assignment away from their life changing. And YOU are the catalyst to help make that happen. You’re doing a good job, mama. Follow Jordan here! https://www.instagram.com/imjustakidwithaniep/ For full blog notes, check out: www.livingwithlandyn.com/68-what-your-teenager-is-trying-to-tell-you
There are so many moms with teenagers in this community - so Landyn wanted to create a resource to best help you with one of their largest obstacles areas - TEENAGE ACNE. Today, Landyn is bringing on the woman that she trusts not only with her own skin, but also her daughter’s - Dr Lorien Sites. Dr Sites is an amazing dermatologist in Nashville. She completed her three-year dermatology residency at Vanderbilt where she received extensive training in both medical and surgical dermatology as well as lasers and cosmetics. In this episode, they are chatting all things teenage acne - what it is, how to prevent it, and the best options out there! The two are diving into: Why some kids are more acne prone than others The BEST over the counter product options All things about the A Word: Accutane And don’t worry – they are also dishing the deets on the best product to treat adult acne and the best product for teenage boys that has helped Landyn’s son SO much. If you have any questions about how to achieve clear skin – this episode is your answer. Follow Dr Site here! https://www.instagram.com/nashvilleskin/ For full episode notes, visit: www.livingwithlandyn.com/the-best-over-the-counter-products-for-your-clearest-skin-yet
Feel like you’re not enough or that you’re behind in life? Girl, buckle up because this episode is here for you, your mindset, and your heart. In today’s episode, Landyn is bringing on author, writer and overall inspirational creative - Jamie Varon. Named Book of the Week by Maria Shriver’s The Sunday Paper and one of the most-anticipated books of 2022 by POPSUGAR!, Jamie’s book, Radically Content, is the respite from the chaos of our current world when you’ve had enough with trying to be “enough.” In this episode, Jamie is breaking down the exact steps to transform your mindset from self judgment to self love – without the fluff. In 2009, Jamie was on CNN Live and featured in Fortune for creating a viral website called Twitter Should Hire Me (spoiler - they didn’t hire her). From there, Jamie co-created an online branding course, built an iOS app called Paper’d and became Editorial Advocate and Senior Writer for Thought Catalog. Now, her first book, ‘Radically Content,’ is available everywhere. Tune in for inspiration and laughs around: How 2020 basically told everyone ‘go to your rooms and think about what you’ve done’ Practical ways to *actually* change your mindset (no fluff here, girls!) How to not let fear hold you back - Jamie really breaks down some tangible practices here And why sometimes, average is okay. Taking the pressure off and do your best is sometimes all we can ask. Like all of us, Jamie’s story isn’t linear. So if you’re in the middle of figuring out what makes you actually happy and you’re ready to do it the right way, this episode is here to be your guide. Follow Jamie on Instagram here! https://www.instagram.com/jamievaron/?hl=en Snag her book here! https://www.radicallycontent.com/ For full show notes, visit: www.livingwithlandyn.com/66-when-youve-had-enough-with-trying-to-be-enough-with-jamie-varon
This is the episode you’ve been waiting for. Landyn is spilling all the details on her breast + fat transfer surgery from the man who knows it best - the surgeon who made her feel and look amazing, Dr Unger. Dr. Jacob Unger is a board-certified plastic surgeon and the president and owner of Nashville Plastic Surgery Institute at Maxwell Aesthetics in Nashville, TN, as well as a member of the prestigious American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He specializes in aesthetic surgery of the face, nose, eyes, breast, and body, as well as reconstructive surgery following cancer. In this episode, the two are leaving NOTHING on the table. They are covering: Why black mold in your breast implants is a MYTH The issues Landyn had previously (that you can avoid) and how he fixed them The best place for your incisions How to achieve the natural hang of a breast after surgery Best options for revisionary breast surgery In addition to breast surgery, you’ll also hear: How to get rid of stretch How to find the best plastic surgeon in your area What are the options in the neck lift world This episode is all things educational AND entertaining. It’s the biggest resource you didn’t know you needed before making your next (or first!) plastic surgery decision. Plus, you’ll learn what a boob hammock is. And who doesn’t want to know that?! To learn more about Dr Unger, follow him on socials and visit his website: https://www.maxwellaesthetics.com/ https://www.instagram.com/drjacobunger/?hl=en For full blog notes, visit: www.livingwithlandyn.com/65-everything-you-need-to-know-about-breast-implants-neck-lifts-and-tummy-tucks-with-dr-unger
It’s pretty common to talk about liposuction, breast augmentations, and facelifts. But no one is talking about (shhh!) labiaplasty…until today!! On this season 3 launch day, Landyn isn’t holding back on any of the questions she KNOWS you’re wondering about - your lady parts, their functions, how to have better sex, and…what exactly IS it supposed to look like down there anyway? On this episode, Landyn is bringing on plastic surgeon and God’s gift to women, Dr Amaka. As a female plastic surgeon, Dr. Amaka blends a surgeon’s skill with a woman’s perspective and provides the highest results for her patients. Tune in as the pair cover ALL the topics, like: The two most common lady part surgeries The female anatomy and the function of each part Things that are decreasing your feel good options during sex How to improve dryness, darkening, incontinence, sex, and orgasms The non surgical lasers and shots for your girl, too! Whether your goal is to feel good in your bathing suit, be able to go to cycling, have better sex – whatever it may be, these women are putting shame in the back seat and talking about these sensitive topics so you are informed on the options for your lady parts! It’s great to be a woman! For the full show notes, visit: www.livingwithlandyn.com/all-the-things-you-wish-you-learned-sooner-about-your-lady-parts-options-for-your-girl-with-dr-amaka Click here to follow Dr Amaka!https://www.instagram.com/dr_amakamd/?hl=en