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The Learning Love Podcast

Dr. Mark A. Hicks

Peace of mind, health, and happiness all come from healthy relationships. Connections with family, friends, co-workers, and spouse or partner lead to personal and professional success. Dr. Mark A. Hicks, author of the book "Learning Love," provides tangible, real-life insights on how to build healthy, happy, thriving relationships, even if you come from a dysfunctional family background, have been through a divorce, or struggled with relationships in the past. Love isn"t about fate. Love is a skill

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15:54

Love Isn’t Just Luck: Why Commitment and Effort Matter

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2025/02/24

In this episode of the Learning Love podcast, Dr. Mark A Hicks delves into the complexities of love, questioning whether it is inherently easy or requires effort. He discusses the balance between commitment and emotional connection, emphasizing that love is a skill set that can be learned and practiced. By reframing love as a skill, listeners are encouraged to put in the work necessary to cultivate thriving relationships. The episode concludes with practical steps to enhance love in various aspects

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17:42

Why Your Past Doesn’t Define You—But Your Reactions Do

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2025/02/17

In this episode of the Learning Love podcast, Dr. Mark A. Hicks explores how our past experiences shape our present and future relationships. He emphasizes the importance of acknowledging the impact of past events, whether big or small, and how our reactions to these events can lead to emotional scars and loneliness. Dr. Hicks encourages listeners to consciously choose their reactions and seek support from professionals or trusted individuals to foster healthier relationships and personal

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13:22

The Truth About Honesty: How to Build Trust Without...

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2025/02/10

In this episode of the Learning Love podcast, Dr. Mark A Hicks discusses the critical role of honesty in relationships. He emphasizes that while honesty is essential for building trust, it must be tempered with empathy and care. The conversation explores the nuances of honesty, including the dangers of brutal honesty and the importance of intent in communication. Dr. Hicks encourages listeners to seek teachable moments and to approach honesty in a way that fosters healthy, thriving

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16:55

Why Self-Care Isn’t Selfish: Loving Yourself to Love...

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2025/02/03

In this conversation, Mark explores the themes of sacrifice and self-care within relationships. He emphasizes that while sacrifice is essential for healthy relationships, it must be balanced with self-care to avoid exhaustion and burnout. Mark argues that self-care is not selfish but rather a necessary preparation for giving to others. He highlights the importance of loving oneself as a prerequisite for loving others and discusses the components of love as outlined in his upcoming book, 'Learning

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19:25

The Need for Respect

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2025/01/20

In this episode, we’re tackling a topic that lies at the core of every healthy connection—respect. Whether it’s family, friendship, or professional relationships, respect sets the tone for trust, communication, and understanding. Let's explore why respect matters, how to recognize it, and ways to nurture it in every aspect of your life.

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24:41

Find Closure

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2025/01/13

Life often brings its fair share of heartbreak, leaving us longing for a sense of closure. Whether you're facing the end of a relationship or searching for peace after an emotional loss, this episode provides a supportive guide to help you rediscover your strength and embrace new beginnings. I’ll share practical tips, meaningful insights, and effective tools to aid your healing journey and help you realistically achieve the closure you deserve.

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28:45

A Life Lived with Passion

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2025/01/06

Life is too short to simply go through the motions. In this episode, we’re diving into how you can bring more passion into your everyday life—by shifting your mindset to look for joy, fun, and excitement in everything you do. Whether it’s your work, hobbies, or just the little moments at home, life gets better when you approach it with a sense of adventure and curiosity. Let’s talk about how to live boldly, laugh often, and love what you do. All this comes from living life with passion.

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20:16

The Search for Peace

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2024/12/30

Perfect peace might feel like an impossible dream in today’s challenging world—but that doesn’t mean we’re destined to live in constant chaos. In this episode, we’re diving into the art of creating realistic peace in our lives. We’ll explore how to acknowledge and tackle life’s challenges while holding onto a sense of contentment and tranquility.

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22:48

Holding on to Hope

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2024/12/23

Hope is more than just a feeling—it’s a powerful strategy for achieving meaningful goals and navigating life’s challenges. In this episode, we take a grounded and practical approach to understanding what hope is and how hope can guide you to a better place.

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28:08

Dealing with Grief During the Holidays

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2024/12/16

The holiday season can be especially challenging for those who are grieving. In this episode, we explore why grief feels heavier during this time of year and share practical ways to navigate it. We’ll also discuss how you can support loved ones who are experiencing loss. Tune in for heartfelt insights and tips to make the holidays a little more manageable for yourself and those you care about.

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19:35

Love, Relationships, and Politics

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2024/12/09

How do you maintain a meaningful relationship with someone who stands on the opposite side of the political spectrum? Disagreements can feel overwhelming, but if the connection matters to you, there’s a way to recapture civility and nurture your bond—even without resolving the conflict. In this video, we’ll explore practical strategies to preserve your relationship while honoring your differences. It’s not always easy, but it is possible. Tune in to learn how!

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28:14

Why Gratitude Can Be So Difficult

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2024/11/25

It's easy to talk about gratitude but living a life of gratitude and really seeing all the things to be grateful for can be difficult. It doesn't mean you are ungrateful and you are not a bad person. There is a good reason why it is so difficult and there are simple ways to overcome that difficulty.

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20:24

Dealing with Relationship Stress During the Holidays

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2024/11/17

We want a holiday season full of peace, joy, and happy family memories, but sometimes that can be a challenge. When there is family dysfunction or that one annoying, or even abusive family member, it's good to have a plan. Here are some helpful tips to making sure your holiday season is as stress free as possible even in difficult situations.

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18:31

Compassion is a Necessity

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2024/11/11

Compassion is more than a nicety. It is necessary for our survival as a family, organization, and society. In this episode we explore what compassion is, how to build it, and what happens if we lose compassion. If we are going survive and thrive, compassion is a necessity.

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19:22

Is Love Possible After Relationship Trauma

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2024/11/01

Trauma is a terrible reality in the lives of many people. Abusive childhood experiences, highly dysfunctional families, divorce, and toxic relationships, leave emotional scars and lingering questions. Is it possible to develop healthy, thriving relationships after relationship trauma. As a relationships coach, of course I say yes, but there is a road that must be traveled to get there.

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15:45

How to Build Trust

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2024/10/27

Trust is a crucial element of relationships. It's also a complex topic and when not handled well, can lead to pain and heartache. In this episode, learn the dynamics of trust and how to wisely building it in all your relationships.

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25:55

A Step by Step Guide to Forgiveness

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2024/10/19

Forgiveness is emotional, complex, and difficult, so let's break it down into manageable parts. By understanding the step by step process, forgiveness becomes a realistic, healthy process.

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14:52

When Someone Needs to Change

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2024/07/08

When you have a spouse or partner, family member, or friends that needs to make a change in their life, it puts you in a tough position. How do you convince someone to make an important change in their life.. In this episode, we look at realistic strategies when someone you love needs to change.

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15:02

Is Love Really A Learned Skill Set?

The Learning Love Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Isn’t love an innate human ability? Aren’t we born with it? Yes, BUT we still have a lot to learn. If we came from a healthy family we had a head start, but we all still have a lot to learn about love. In this episode, I demonstrate why love is learned and why we need to put the components of love into practice to do what comes natural.

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