A Bit of Optimism · 2025-05-27 · 48 min · 7,657 words

Revisited: Love Is Not Enough with couples therapist Shawn McBride

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Relationships, any kind of relationship, is hard. No matter how much we like someone, respect someone, or love someone, it seems that disagreements and fighting are inevitable. And when conflict gets to a breaking point, many of us feel the urge to simply throw in the towel. That's where Sean McCarthy. Bride comes in.

Sean is a couples therapist and he runs a practice called the Couples Counseling Center. I actually found him on Instagram and have become a huge fan of his videos. He's helped thousands of couples learn the skills to do the work that makes relationships succeed, and he's got tons of practical advice. Even if you're not in a romantic relationship, I think you'll learn a lot from what Sean has to say, because in all of our relationships, be they friends, family, or our colleagues, we could always do a little more.

This is a bit of optimism. I am so glad that you joined me today. I found you on Instagram. Yes, sir. You know?

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