036: Military Spouse Employment with Dr. Elaina DaLomba
The Communicate & Connect Podcast for Military Relationships
Release Date: 03/01/2023
050: Attachment parenting with Con Sheehan
The Communicate & Connect Podcast for Military Relationships
Welcome to a very special episode of The Communicate & Connect Podcast titled "Attachment Parenting with Con Sheehan." Before we dive in, remember to take our to assess the attachment dynamics in your own relationships. Today, we are joined by the esteemed clinical social worker Con Sheehan, who specializes in emotionally focused therapy for families and couples. In this episode, we delve into the world of attachment parenting, exploring how parents' availability and empathetic engagement play critical roles in fostering children's security and resilience. Con provides valuable insights...
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049: Attachment theory and divorce with Dr. Clare Rosoman
The Communicate & Connect Podcast for Military Relationships
Welcome back to The Communicate & Connect Podcast with your host, Dr. Elizabeth Polinsky. Today, we continue our special series on attachment in relationships and are joined by Dr. Clare Rosoman, a Clinical Psychologist in Brisbane, Australia. She is an international trainer in Emotionally Focused Therapy and is the author of "," and its , Dr. Rosoman brings compassion, expertise, and grounded advice on navigating the turbulent seas of heartbreak. Before we dive in, remember to take our to assess the attachment dynamics in your own relationships. In this episode, we’ll...
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048: Attachment theory and spirituality with Dr. Bill Senyard
The Communicate & Connect Podcast for Military Relationships
Welcome back to The Communicate & Connect Podcast with your host, Elizabeth Polinsky. Today, we continue our special series on attachment in relationships with a highly anticipated guest, Dr. Bill Senyard, who brings 25 years of pastoral counseling experience and a deep understanding of attachment theory principles. Before we dive in, remember to take our to assess the attachment dynamics in your own relationships. In this episode, we'll explore the profound questions of "can I count on you" and "am I worthy of love," as we discuss how our earliest experiences shape our capacity for...
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047: Attachment theory in relationships with Dr. James Hawkins
The Communicate & Connect Podcast for Military Relationships
Welcome to The Communicate & Connect Podcast, where we dive deep into the heart of relationships to uncover the secrets of connection and communication. I'm your host, Elizabeth Polinsky, and in today’s episode, we're joined by Dr. James Hawkins, an expert Emotional Focused Therapy Trainer. Together, we'll explore the world of attachment theory in relationships, especially through the lens of military couples. The very essence of attachment – our inherent need for close, intimate connections – can sometimes lead us into a dance of pursuit and withdrawal with our partners. We’ll...
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046: Attachment Theory 101
The Communicate & Connect Podcast for Military Relationships
Welcome to The Communicate and Connect Podcast for Military Relationships. In today's episode, Attachment Theory 101, our host Dr. Elizabeth Polinsky delves into the fundamental concepts of attachment theory and its impact on relationships, especially in the context of military couples. Elizabeth, a marriage counselor with a PhD in couples therapy, explores how attachment theory influences the development of personality, self-esteem, and coping mechanisms in both children and adults. Drawing from her research, Dr. Polinsky emphasizes the importance of building secure attachment bonds in...
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045: Different Types of Abuse in a Relationship
The Communicate & Connect Podcast for Military Relationships
Welcome to The Communicate & Connect Podcast! In this episode, we have a vital conversation on our agenda: Different Types of Abuse in a Relationship. We delve into this sensitive topic due to an unexpected rescheduling, but it's a discussion that cannot be overstated in its importance. In our episode, we'll explore various forms of intimate partner violence, from the more apparent physical and emotional abuse, to the often-overlooked financial and digital dating abuse. We'll dissect the differences between situational partner violence and intimate terrorism and discuss why understanding...
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044: Navigating Military Life as a Couple with Matthew and Shanon Morris
The Communicate & Connect Podcast for Military Relationships
Welcome back to another episode of The Communicate & Connect Podcast! I'm your host Dr. Elizabeth Polinsky, and today we have a very special episode in store for you. We will be diving deep into the highs and lows of military life as a couple with our guests, Shanon and Matthew Morris. Shanon is a Navy veteran, and Matthew is a former Marine, making them the perfect pair to shed light on this unique and often challenging experience. In this episode, we'll discover how they met on a dating app called Bumble and embarked on a first date that lasted for hours, setting the stage for a truly...
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043: Chronic Pain in Relationships with Drs. Dustin & Kerry Brockberg
The Communicate & Connect Podcast for Military Relationships
Welcome back to another episode of The Communicate & Connect Podcast! I'm your host, Elizabeth Polinsky, and today we have a very special episode for you. Joining us are the dynamic duo of Drs. Dustin and Kerry Brockberg, experts in the field of chronic pain. In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of chronic pain in relationships. We often think of pain as purely physical, but it goes beyond that. The "acute pain mindset" that we're all familiar with doesn't apply to chronic pain, which requires ongoing interventions. In this epsiode, we expand our definition of pain to include...
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042: Advocating for Yourself with Braquelle Murphy
The Communicate & Connect Podcast for Military Relationships
Welcome back to another episode of The Communicate & Connect Podcast! I'm your host, Elizabeth Polinsky, and today we have a special guest joining us, military spouse and therapist Braquelle Murphy. In this episode, we'll be diving into the powerful topic of advocating for yourself. Braquelle shares her personal journey of overcoming challenges, making difficult decisions, and finding the support necessary to pursue her dreams. From navigating long-distance relationships in the military community to facing setbacks in her career, Braquelle's story is both inspiring and relatable. We'll...
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041: Recovering from Divorce with Karen McMahon
The Communicate & Connect Podcast for Military Relationships
Welcome back to another episode of The Communicate & Connect Podcast! I'm your host, Elizabeth Polinsky, and today we have a very special guest with us, Karen McMahon. In this episode, we delve into the topic of recovering from divorce. Karen, a divorce coach herself, shares her personal journey of going through a high conflict divorce and how it eventually became a catalyst for her personal growth and transformation. We explore the importance of self-reflection, taking responsibility, and finding forgiveness and compassion in order to heal and move forward. Karen also touches on the...
info_outlineHow do military spouses have their own careers while being married to the military? In this podcast episode, Elizabeth Polinsky interviews Dr. Elaina DaLomba on the findings from her research related to how military spouses navigated their careers.
In this podcast episode, we discuss:
- How military spouse careers are related to relationship satisfaction
- Challenges military spouses face in employment
- Ways military spouses have been creative to pursue their careers even with the challenges of military life
- The key takeaways from Dr. DaLomba's research on military spouse employment
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