In this episode, Hersh chats with Maureen Scanlon, Master Life Coach and Practitioner and Award-winning Author. They explore Maureen's journey, the lessons learnt from dogs, and delve into the complex world of relationships. They discuss trust issues, the impact of unhealthy relationships, and strategies for reconnecting, including the date jar concept. (0:00) Introduction and Maureen Scanlon's personal journey (2:17) Start of conversation with Maureen Scanlon (4:02) Maureen shares her personal struggles and journey to self-love (10:08) Discussion on the innate goodness of dogs, their short lifespan, and their role as man's best friend (16:31) Maureen's writing process, relationship coaching, and dealing with the end of a relationship (23:12) Understanding the allure of chaos in relationships and identifying when a relationship is worth saving (31:14) Creating a 'date jar' for relationship fun and connection, and overcoming the 'newness' factor in relationships (35:15) Balancing different interests within a relationship and the importance of 'couch time' for couples (43:21) The importance of conflict resolution in relationships and the problem of defensiveness in couples (49:06) The therapeutic role of dogs in our lives and the difference between our relationships with pets and humans (57:02) Introduction to the concept of 'love comprehension' and closing remarks