Tanya and Jerry Gioia

Sober on Purpose

Tanya and Jerry Gioia

  • Season 3 - Ep:01 - What if love isn’t just a feeling... but a skill you can master?

Season 3 - Ep:01 - What if love isn’t just a feeling... but a skill you can master?

Friday 3rd January 2025

Learn how to master the skill of love with Mark Hicks as he shares insights from his book on building healthy relationships.
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Sober on Purpose
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Tanya and Jerry Gioia
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Mastering the Skill of Love: Insights from Mark Hicks

Episode Overview

  • Love is a skill that can be learned and perfected.
  • Grief, though painful, can be a healing process.
  • Emotional connections may be difficult but are essential.
  • Setting boundaries is crucial for healthy relationships.
  • Understanding long-suffering helps in navigating tough times.
Love is a learned skill set. Even if you didn’t learn it growing up, you can still master it.
Imagine love not just as a fleeting feeling, but as a skill you can master. In this enlightening episode of Sober on Purpose, host Tanya Gioia chats with Mark Hicks, a relationship specialist, author, and counsellor. Mark shares wisdom from his upcoming book, 'Learning Love: Building a Life That Matters in Healthy Relationships That Last'. He breaks down the five components of love, rooted in the Old Testament's wisdom literature, and offers practical strategies for navigating challenging relationships.
If you've ever felt that love is elusive or beyond your grasp, this conversation will show you otherwise. Mark delves into the first component of love – grief – explaining how it can be a healer despite its painful process. They also discuss the emotional connection, which can be tough to develop, especially if one has experienced a dysfunctional upbringing. Mark emphasises that love is a skill that can be learned and perfected over time.
He provides practical advice on setting boundaries and understanding the true meaning of long-suffering in relationships. This episode is packed with insights that can help you transform your relationships and view love from a fresh perspective. Whether you're supporting a loved one through addiction or simply seeking to build healthier relationships, Mark's wisdom is invaluable. Tune in for an engaging and heartfelt discussion that promises to equip you with tools to foster love in your life.
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