Imperfect Love

Auteur(s): Dr. Carla Marie Manly
  • Résumé

  • The messy road of life is difficult to navigate alone, and it’s often tough to figure out the next best step. Hosted by psychologist and author Dr. Carla Marie Manly, the Imperfect Love podcast sheds light on the complicated, sensitive problems that affect us all. Dr. Carla responds to listeners’ real-life questions with a mindfulness-based approach. She delivers quality, nourishing advice on finding love and happiness by learning to embrace life's imperfections.

    In supportive conversations with Dr. Carla, you’ll be inspired to cultivate inner joy and create the loving relationships you deserve. With her unique body-mind-spirit focus, she’ll help you create self-love and transform your challenges into growth opportunities. Each episode is an invitation to explore what does and doesn’t work for you. Collectively, the episodes will help you live the life you were meant to live—the life you want to live—right now.

    Looking to grow and change for the better? Discover and hone the skills that will bring you fulfillment and success. Explore the shifts that will help you create the life of your dreams. Increase your self-esteem as you let go of the fear and perfectionism that feed everything from anxiety and body image issues to people-pleasing. Get unstuck and gain confidence by turning negative messages into fuel for change. Feel the transformation that comes from loving your wonderful, imperfect self.

    Tired of unsatisfying love relationships? Learn how to attract “perfectly flawed” love that helps you feel seen and respected. Explore love’s highs and lows as you discover how to avoid pitfalls and build emotionally intimate relationships. Discover effective skills for cultivating boundaries, emotional intelligence (EQ), and communication skills to improve your dating life, marriage, or other romantic relationship. Delve into hot topics including narcissism, red flags, toxic patterns, sexuality, apologies, insecure attachment issues, situationships, conflict, trauma, and more.

    Looking for genuine, supportive friendships? Get the tools you need to create connections with people who understand, accept, and appreciate you. Learn how to let go of unhealthy friends and discover how to build friendships with people who will respect your boundaries and value you for who you are.


    Struggling with parenting, in-laws, siblings, or other family issues? Explore challenging family dynamics and attachment problems from multiple angles. Master communication strategies and discover how to shift dysfunctional family patterns with mindful love and empathy.

    Feeling burned out or unsatisfied at work? Investigate the problems that make work feel like a depressing chore. Discover the power of workplace EQ and the importance of work-life balance. Learn to use self-care to avoid burnout and feel passionate about your job.

    Yearning for respect, equality, and unconditional love? If you identify as a member of the LGBTQIA2S+ community or other marginalized group and have been rejected because of who you are or who you love, you’ll find inclusivity and affirmation. Dr. Carla's platform is welcoming of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

    Above all, Imperfect Love creates a warm and accepting space for you to reconnect with your inherent goodness, wisdom, and spirituality. Discover the benefits of self-care and healthy mindset shifts to create positive patterns and internal abundance. Embrace effective stress-reduction techniques such as meditation, journaling, and breathwork to reduce anxiety, calm your mind, and take control of your emotions. Manifest the inner joy that allows you to be the very best version of yourself.

    Enjoy Imperfect Love at http://DrCarlaManly.com.


    Disclaimer: This podcast is purely educational and is not a replace for professional psychological support. In case of emergency, contact your nearest hospital or emergency hotline such as “911” (US), “999” (UK), or “112” (EU).

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Épisodes
  • LOVE YOUR BODY, LOVE YOURSELF with Body Image Experts Deb Schachter and Whitney Otto
    Feb 21 2025
    Improve Your Body Image with Self-Compassion and Self-LoveWhen you look in the mirror, do you love the reflection you see, or do you pick parts of yourself to pieces–or even your entire physical being? Do you dislike–or even loathe–the body that is your home? In today's hypercritical, perfection-oriented world, your body image–and capacity to love yourself–might be suffering from silent comparison to the impossibly oh-so-perfect ideals that litter social media and TV screens. If you're exhausted from trying to contort yourself to be someone–or something–you're not, this healing, uplifting episode with two top-notch body image experts is for you. Join Dr. Carla and mental health clinicians Deb Schachter and Whitney Otto for a compassionate journey into the steps you can take to gently understand and heal from the hold of a negative body image. Discover how to unpack your body's story and all the wisdom it has to offer! Topics discussed include body image, body dysmorphia, eating disorders, disordered eating, anorexia nervosa, binge eating, eating disorder treatment, negative thoughts, self-compassion, IFS (internal family systems), CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), mindfulness, group therapy, self-awareness, and self-discovery. Books by Dr. Carla Manly:Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love FearlesslyJoy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend Aging Joyfully: A Woman's Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and BeyondThe Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanlyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.carlamariemanly8543TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manly Book by Whitney Otto and Deb Schachter:Body Image Inside Out: A Revolutionary Approach to Body Image Healing Connect with Whitney Otto:Website: https://whitneyottocoaching.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitneylpost Connect with Deb Schachter:Website: https://debschachterlicsw.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deb-schachter-363b206 Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://drcarlamanly.com/
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    48 min
  • Is the Golden Rule Harming Your Romantic Relationship? Discover Better Love with Intimacy Expert Susan Bratton
    Feb 7 2025
    Bring Lasting Love, Intimacy, and Joy into Your Romantic Relationship!Romantic relationships! We love them, sometimes we hate them, and in many cases, we just put up with them. We are told that romance should be easy, but heart-connected relationships require loads of devotion and mindful effort. While there isn't a magical cure for relationship blues, there are steps we can each take to create a loving connection and lasting joy. So, whether your romantic relationship is new or decades old, you and your partner will enjoy tips from today's guest, intimacy expert Susan Bratton. Topics discussed include emotional connection, emotional intimacy, communication, sexual intimacy, sex, values, priorities, soulmates, relationships, marriage, connection, golden rule, partnership, dating, love, kindness, consideration, sexual soulmates, bedroom communication, lovemaking, neurolinguistic programming, mindfulness, and intimate wellness. Please note that this episode contains sensitive and adult material; listener discretion is advised. Emergency Assistance Note: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911" or "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline). Additional links are in the show notes. Get the help you need:https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/ Books by Dr. Carla Manly:Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love FearlesslyJoy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your FriendAging Joyfully: A Woman's Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and BeyondThe Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanlyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.carlamariemanly8543TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manly Books by Susan Bratton:Relationship MagicSexual Soulmates: The Six Essentials for Connected Sex Connect with Susan Bratton:Website: https://susanbratton.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/susanbrattonTwitter: https://twitter.com/susanbrattonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/trustedhotsexadvisortomillions/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanbrattonBetter Lover: https://betterlover.com/
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    39 min
  • Discover Your Strong, Authentic Self with Abundance Expert Shauna Brittenham Reiter
    Jan 31 2025
    It's time to break free from fear and step into the power of your authentic self. Do you constantly read others to see if you're loved, safe, or seen? Do you feel anxious and emotionally compromised to the point where you feel unimportant, stuck, or chronically dissatisfied? We often settle for situations–and relationships–that work against our mental, spiritual, and physical well-being because we are afraid. Yet, I believe that within each one of us is a voice–an inner flame–that, once embraced, has the power to foster change. Join me and expert Shauna Brittenham Reiter for an inspiring journey into how you can create a free, fulfilling, and joy-filled life. Topics discussed include attachment, secure attachment, attunement, insecure attachment, avoidant attachment, ambivalent attachment, anxious attachment, preoccupied attachment, emotional health, powerlessness, helplessness, emotions, feelings, financial power, monetary power, self-empowerment, empowerment, trauma, wildfires, LA fires, children, relationships, home, family, triggers, breathing, wellness, emotional regulation, reactivity, nervous system, fight or flight response, intergenerational patterns, and co-regulation. Special Note: Segments of this podcast delve into the impact of the 2025 wildfires in the Los Angeles area and may be triggering for those who have experienced or been associated with a natural disaster; listener discretion is strongly advised. Emergency Assistance Note: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). Support/informational links are in the show notes.Books by Dr. Carla Manly:Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love FearlesslyJoy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend Aging Joyfully: A Woman's Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and BeyondThe Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanlyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.carlamariemanly8543TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manlyBook by Shauna Brittenham Reiter:You Are the Boss of You: Cultivate the Mindset and Tools to Live Life on Your TermsConnect with Shauna Brittenham Reiter:Website: www.helloshauna.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaunabrittenhamreiter/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-brittenham-reiter-679814246
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    50 min

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