Episode 148. How to Intentionally Design the Marriage You Want with Dr. Manish Desai
Love Lab MD with Dr. Kate Mangona
Release Date: 04/09/2024
Venting. Is this healthy for your relationship?
Love Lab MD with Dr. Kate Mangona
Doctor Love Story Confessions: My Secret to Thriving through Tough Conversations in Love: Vent with intention. When you’re caught in the tension of a disagreement with your partner—whether it’s over a $50,000 purchase or a weekend trip with friends—it’s easy to feel stuck between “do it anyway” or “compromise and feel resentful.” But there’s a third way! Healthy venting is your superpower. Talk to a trusted, neutral confidant—not someone who’ll stir the pot, but someone who’ll help you honor your heart and your relationship. This isn’t about winning or...
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EXCITING UPDATE: Honeymoon 2.0!!!
Love Lab MD with Dr. Kate Mangona
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Goodbye For Now!
Love Lab MD with Dr. Kate Mangona
I'll be back soon!
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Episode 157. How to Love Again with Dr. Dianah Lake
Love Lab MD with Dr. Kate Mangona
Dr. Dianah T. Lake, MD (also known as Dr. Di) is an emergency medicine physician, best-selling author, speaker, fitness & weight loss coach, menopause wellness expert, autism parent advocate and founder of Dr. Di Fitness. Dr. Di Fitness on Facebook: Dr. Di Fit Life Instagram Handle: Professional Women Getting Fit:
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Episode 156. When to travel with kids and when to leave them home with Dr. Brittne Halford
Love Lab MD with Dr. Kate Mangona
Dr. Brittne Halford MD, MPH is an Internal Medicine Physician. Originally from Flint, Michigan, she attended the University of Michigan (Go Blue!) for college. She completed medical school at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, where she also completed a master’s degree in Public Health. Now located in Boston, and works as an Academic Hospitalist In addition to medicine, Dr. Halford is an entrepreneur and co-founder of Bramilyn and Rose (@bramilynandrose), a satin-lined hair accessories brand for women and children. She also shares her passion for personal finance...
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Episode 155. How to Recreate the Perfect Mother’s Day
Love Lab MD with Dr. Kate Mangona
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Episode 154. How To Talk So Your Spouse Will Listen
Love Lab MD with Dr. Kate Mangona
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Episode 153. Your Invitation to a Calm & Loving Marriage by Dr. Kate Mangona
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Episode 152. Clean Up Your Marriage with Dr. Chrissy Guidry
Love Lab MD with Dr. Kate Mangona
Dr. Chrissy Guidry, after 4 years of medical school, completed 8 years of residency and fellowship training to become a Trauma Surgeon. She achieved double board certification in General Surgery and Critical Care Surgery. During her training, she often thought, "Once I get a job as a real doctor, I will be successful and then be happy." She believed that everything would be more fulfilling once she completed her training. However, a few years after finishing her training, she realized there was still something missing. She discovered that achieving happiness was a prerequisite for a successful...
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Episode 151. What It Means To Be An Ideal Wife with Dr. Seema Desai
Love Lab MD with Dr. Kate Mangona
Meet Dr. Seema Desai, a former dentist turned success coach, residing in Austin, Texas, where she balances her roles as a wife and mother alongside her professional pursuits. Driven by a passion to empower outwardly successful leaders to find fulfillment from within, Seema's journey is rooted in breaking free from traditional definitions of success instilled by her hard-working Indian immigrant parents. Raised to equate success with achieving societal benchmarks—becoming a doctor, earning well, and starting a family—Seema initially fulfilled these expectations, yet internally felt...
info_outlineIn this episode, Dr. Manish, shares the story of his relationship with his wife, Seema and how they have intentionally designed a relationship where they each have more than enough “free time”. From their first encounter, where Manish impulsively embraced Seema despite having never met her before, Manish knew she was special.
Dr. Desai reflects on the initial attraction, drawn by the alignment of their backgrounds and values. Although their chemistry was real, Manish admits that the early years of their marriage were marked by disagreements rooted in their differing family dynamics—Seema's reserved upbringing contrasted with Manish's more vocal background.
Trough introspection and mutual growth, they have navigated challenges such as Seema's post-partum depression and the pressures of their demanding schedules.
Together, they discovered the importance of prioritizing wellness and lifestyle over financial gain, finding joy in shared activities like workouts and walks. Ultimately, their story illustrates the power of love, authenticity, and the journey of self-discovery within a marriage, culminating in a symbolic helicopter ride representing their united journey through life's highs and lows.