In this week's episode of Would Like to Meet, we speak with Dr. Malie Coyne, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, author, and expert in compassion focused therapy. Malie brings a unique lens to love and relationships, blending psychology with empathy to help us understand how compassion can not only heal, but also deepen the connections we build with others.
In our conversation, we explore the power of falling in love with a person, not just a gender or category and how compassion focused therapy can help us show up more authentically in relationships. We unpack love languages, attachment styles, and how understanding them can transform the way we give and receive love. Malie also shares insights from her bestselling book Love In, Love Out, revealing the deeper meaning behind its title and its message of nurturing both ourselves and others.
We also chat about Mairead’s upcoming friendship event at Wellfest, and how friendship itself plays a vital role in our emotional wellbeing.
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In this week's episode of "Would Like to Meet," we speak with Emma Halliwell, a dedicated Separation and Divorce Coach who empowers individuals to navigate the emotional and practical challenges of ending a relationship. Emma specialises in guiding clients through the complexities of separation, offering tools to manage heartbreak, reduce conflict, and build a positive path forward.
Drawing from her own personal experience with divorce, Emma provides empathetic support to those feeling overwhelmed by the process. She assists clients in managing the emotional turmoil, co-parenting dynamics, and legal intricacies that often accompany separation.
In our conversation, Emma shares insights into how divorces can become contentious and offers practical advice for maintaining control and clarity during such times. She emphasises the importance of emotional regulation and strategic planning to help individuals make informed decisions and avoid common pitfalls. https://emmahalliwell.com
If you're separated or divorced and would like to get back into dating but need some help, why not give my matchmaking service a try? For more information, please visit LoveHQ.ie.
If you’ve found yourself single again and the idea of dating feels more daunting than exciting, don’t worry — we’ve got your back! Our matchmaking service is like a gentle (but fabulous) nudge back into the dating world. Ready to turn the page and maybe even meet someone wonderful? Visit LoveHQ.ie and let’s make dating fun again.
In this week's episode of "Would Like to Meet," Mairead speaks with Amber Doyle, the visionary founder of Amber Moon Holistic. Amber is an International Soul Mentor and Heart Healer dedicated to guiding individuals on transformative journeys of self-discovery and healing. Through her unique blend of Reiki Energy Healing and Buteyko Method Breathwork, she empowers clients worldwide to break free from unhealthy cycles and embrace their authentic selves.
We also discuss Amber’s book "Repair, Not Repeat: How to Heal Your Heart and Release Unhealthy Cycles," a book that offers readers practical tools to mend emotional wounds and foster a life rooted in love and abundance.
Join us as we delve into Amber's inspiring journey, her holistic healing practices, and the transformative impact her work has on her clients.
If you are single and would like to get more information on Mairead's matchmaking service at Love HQ visit www.lovehq.ie
On this episode of Would Like to Meet, Mairead speaks with Nicola Slawson about how to embrace single life and be own your singledom.- The shame of being single- Nicola speaks about her newsletter, The Single Supplement.- Societies view on single people and the pressures especially on single women to be in a relationship.-Why we should respect single people and all they achieve.- Nicola's book - Single, Living a Complete Life on your own Terms.- Nicola's journey to parenthood in a platonic co-parenting family.-The importance of shared space/community for single people.- The importance of new friendships in adulthood -What advice would you give single people to embrace single life.If you are single and would like to get more information on Mairead's matchmaking service at Love HQ visit www.lovehq.ieIf you would like to buy Nicola's book visit - https://amzn.eu/d/1ywvyvS
This week on Would Like to Meet podcast, Mairead speaks with Dr. Nicola Fox Hamilton about the cyber psychology of online dating.
Topics include-
What is a Cyber Psychologist?
How has online dating changed how we date?
Has online dating changed relationships?
Does online affect our mental health?
Who is online dating suited to?
How online dating impacts men and women differently.
Dating Statistics
Who sends more messages online? Men or Women?
What characteristics are the most attractive when online dating?
What do people need to be cautious about when online dating?
Communicating through text - The Halo effect.
What is the ideal timeline between meeting online and meeting in person?
Which are the best online dating sites for you?
How algorithms work.
How can you increase your chance of finding love online.
If you would like to learn more about Dr. Nicola Fox Hamilton and her courses in Cyber Psychotherapy visit https://iadt.ie/courses/cyberpsychology/ or follow her on Twitter @foxnic or on Instagram @nicolafh
If you would like more information on Mairead's Matchmaking visit www.lovehq.ie
Welcome back to Season 4 of Would Like to Meet podcast. Since we released our last episode, we won bronze in the Best Sex and Relationship podcast at the first Irish Podcast Awards so a huge thank you to everyone that listens and voted!
In this episode I speak with Mary Hayes from Womensaid and the Too Into You project.
We discussed-
What is Womensaid?
What is the Too Into You project?
What is spyware and how do abusers use it?
Statistics on how many women and men in Ireland are abused.
Signs and Symptoms of domestic abuse
What is love bombing?
How does abuse affect people?
What are the misconceptions of abuse?
How can friends and family support the person being abused?
What can you do if you feel that you are being abused?
Details of the relationship quiz on the Too Into You website.
Has technology impacted domestic abuse in Ireland?
Online safety guide available on the Too Into You website.
What support is available for non English speaking victims of abuse?
What is a healthy relationship?
“If you are worried about your own relationship or a friends relationship you can call Women’s Aid on the 24Hr National Freephone Helpline on 1800 341 900 or use the free and confidential chat support service at toointoyou.ie which is available daily. Men needing support can contact the Male Advice Line on 1800 816 588”
If you would like to get in touch with Mairead, the host of Would Like to Meet podcast visit www.lovehq.ie
In this episode Mairead speaks to Etiquette Expert and Agony Aunt Tina Kourmarianos,
Tina talks all things etiquette, giving lots of helpful and practical life and dating advice. She
shares her tips on how to date in the classiest of ways and includes her views on kissing on
the first date, who should pay for dinner, what is an appropriate gift and how to dump
someone politely. She also tells us all the don’ts of dating – covering alcohol, sex, phones
and swearing! She gives her crash course in manners, from elbows off that table to opening
that door and of course cancelling plans.
In this episode Mairead speaks to Fiona McAuslen, Mediator and Conflict coach and Director of Family Mediation Services at the Legal Aid Board conflict and the art of arguing. As we all know, sometime a bit of disagreement is necessary, and Fiona shares how to do that properly! She identifies the different types of arguing we all do, the best way to resolve conflict and if you should avoid people who are argumentative.
She also talks about what you need to think about in terms of conflict and arguing in the early stages of a new relationship, what you are willing to accept or not and what that means for your future together. She discusses how to navigate your way through an argument when you’re a person who avoids conflict and your partner needs to talk and vice versa.
In this episode Mairead speaks to sex expert Emily Power Smith about sex and dating. Emily talks about the importance of being open and honest when embarking on sex with someone new. She also shares advice on getting over new-partner nerves and the importance of not focusing on past partners or pleasures when in a new dating scenario. She talks about how important self-pleasure is and how not taking sex too seriously is key to having the best time.
Emily also explains ALL the different types of orgasm men and women are capable of, outlines the difference between fetishes and kinks and talks through some common sex related challenges and offers solutions. She gives tips on how to ask for what you want in bed, and how to find out what that is. Emily also reminds us how body confidence and contentment is more important than the perception of perfection and how over valuing how we look to others can ultimately impact our pleasure potential.
Emily Power Smith is Irelands only clinical sexologist and can be found at www.empowersme.com
