The Starting Point For Any Relationship – Paul D. Lowe & Bob Conlin

Paul is joined by returning guest Bob Conlin for the next in their series of podcasts on relationships, specifically on this episode about starting points in relationships and our relationship to ourselves. KEY TAKEAWAYS What do we mean when we say “relationship”? Much of the work I do as a professional coach, supporting individuals in all kinds of relationships (with themselves, those they choose to love, those that they lead) is to understand, fundamentally, that we’re in relationship to everything that’s around us, to our past, present, future, what we think is and is not possible. How are your inner dialogue conversations with yourself? Are they loving, are they critical – and is that more loud certain days than others – strained and challenged? Ask yourself: Am I nurturing this relationship, or am I neglecting it? We often put everyone else’s needs before our own, and parents are especially guilty of that, because we sacrifice our own needs for the needs of our children, or our spouses. But this also applies to people that work for you. What version of you are they getting? If you nurture your needs first, do they get a more empowered, kind, loving, patient, healthier version of you if you do that? BEST MOMENTS ‘Relationships impact our quality and quantity of life and how we experience ourselves as we live and navigate through our lives.’ ‘I struggle to look after my physical health, so I find that a good barometer to know if I’m nurturing or neglecting my relationship with myself. What are your areas?’ ‘Start small and capitalise and build on those things.’  VALUABLE RESOURCES Paul’s Story: Emerging From The Forest (UK): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Emerging-Forest-Pain-Purpose-Mastering/dp/1719373272 Paul’s Story: Emerging From The Forest (USA): https://www.amazon.com/Emerging-Forest-Pain-Purpose-Mastering/dp/1719373272 Mastering The Game Of Life Book (UK): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mastering-Game-Life-Paul-Lowe/dp/1782227679 Mastering The Game Of Life Book (USA): https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Game-Life-Paul-Lowe/dp/1782227679 Speaking From Our Hearts Books: Volumes 1-3 (Available on Amazon) World Game-Changers Group ABOUT THE GUEST Bob is a Life, Love and Leadership champion, author, coach, trainer, husband, father, and a professional certified coach with the International Coach Federation. His philosophy is that we are in relationship to everything and the top three opportunities for growth exist in self, loving others, and career. As a relationship coach, he’s doing the work that he was meant to do, in order to fulfil his life purpose. As the author of the forthcoming book ‘Why Your Relationships Suck: How to Create Strong Relationships with Courage and Heart’ – and as a devoted student of the relationship development he preaches – Bob enjoys a rewarding and fuller life being a husband, coach, leader, musician, and traveller. He and his family were featured in Episode 3 of CBS’s “The Greatest #AtHome Videos” in August 2020. Website: www.conlincoaching.com  ABOUT THE HOST Paul has made a remarkable transformation from existing for many years in dark, desperate despair; to now living a really healthy, happy and fulfilling life. From an early age, he was in the vice-like clutches of the demon drink and constantly embroiled within a dark cocktail of toxic beliefs, self-hate and destructive violence. Along with his empathetic and dedicated team of world-class coaches and mentors, Paul’s purpose is deeply transformational: Co-Creating New Life Stories… He is extremely passionate about helping others to find their purpose, have a voice and ultimately, make a real difference.   This has been built on a long and distinguished history of heart-centred coaching and mentoring.  He has also been responsible for raising significant amounts of funds for many charities and good causes around the world; positively impacting and inspiring thousands of children – mainly from challenging backgrounds – within the UK & worldwide. Through this World Game-Changers podcast and books, he has been involved in – including being a best-selling co-author – Paul also helps others to get their own inspirational messages and stories out into the world; as well as offering support to many charitable organisations, in their development & fund-raising. CONTACT METHODS Tel: +44 (0) 7958 042 155 E-mail: [email protected] Web: https://www.Paul-Lowe.com Web: https://www.worldgamechangers.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IamPaulLowe/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-d-lowe-7a78332a/