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Listen "Ep 17: How Meditation Saved a 68-Year Marriage with Dick Young"
Episode Synopsis
In this heartfelt episode, Ana Luca (www.AnaLuca.com) sits down with 90-year-old Dick Young, who reflects on the profound lessons from his 68-year marriage to the love of his life, Carolyn. From navigating rocky beginnings to overcoming childhood wounds and the devastating loss of their son, Dick shares how meditation, therapy, and a commitment to self-improvement transformed their relationship into a joyful, enduring bond.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Why Dick was initially afraid to love and the role fear played in their relationship.
How meditation and centering prayer healed past traumas and strengthened their marriage.
Carolyn’s pivotal ultimatum: divorce court or therapy—and how therapy changed everything.
The importance of shared values, interests, and exploring each other’s curiosities together.
How trust evolves slowly over time and why it’s critical for overcoming abandonment wounds.
Why meditation helped them forgive, love more deeply, and approach life with joy and authenticity.
The simple yet profound mantra: “When all else fails, do something else.”
Dick’s story is a testament to the power of doing the work—individually and as a couple—to build a love that lasts. From daily meditations to navigating life’s hardest moments, this episode reveals the beauty and challenges of loving for a lifetime.
About the Host:Ana Luca is the host of Connection Artist: Building Better Relationships by Design, as well as an author and speaker on emotionally healthy relationships. Explore more at www.AnaLuca.com.
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BOOKS:
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BUY COMMUNICATION BOOK: “Speak Fearless: Transform Your Communication Style to Grow Emotionally Healthy Relationships” HERE
BUY LEADERSHIP BOOK: “Lead Fearless: Transform Your Leadership Attachment Style to Grow Emotionally Healthy Workplace Relationships” HERE
BUY POETRY BOOK: “The People We Meet: Poetic Stories for Transforming Your Relationship with Yourself and with Others” HERE
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WEAR LOVE: Discover hand-designed abstract hearts painted by Ana Luca and featured on art prints & hoodies, perfect for gifting to loved ones or as a reminder of your self-love
Purchase hoodies HERE : www.artbyanaluca.com
Purchase art prints HERE
Learn about the Crypto Love Drops collection HERE www.cryptolovedrops.com
BECOME A GUEST: Email [email protected] to potentially be featured on a future episode.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Why Dick was initially afraid to love and the role fear played in their relationship.
How meditation and centering prayer healed past traumas and strengthened their marriage.
Carolyn’s pivotal ultimatum: divorce court or therapy—and how therapy changed everything.
The importance of shared values, interests, and exploring each other’s curiosities together.
How trust evolves slowly over time and why it’s critical for overcoming abandonment wounds.
Why meditation helped them forgive, love more deeply, and approach life with joy and authenticity.
The simple yet profound mantra: “When all else fails, do something else.”
Dick’s story is a testament to the power of doing the work—individually and as a couple—to build a love that lasts. From daily meditations to navigating life’s hardest moments, this episode reveals the beauty and challenges of loving for a lifetime.
About the Host:Ana Luca is the host of Connection Artist: Building Better Relationships by Design, as well as an author and speaker on emotionally healthy relationships. Explore more at www.AnaLuca.com.
IF THIS EPISODE WAS HELPFUL, PLEASE SUPPORT BY FOLLOWING THIS PODCAST, LEAVING A REVIEW, AND SHARING IT WITH A FRIEND:
BOOKS:
View books HERE : https://www.artbyanaluca.com/collections/books
BUY COMMUNICATION BOOK: “Speak Fearless: Transform Your Communication Style to Grow Emotionally Healthy Relationships” HERE
BUY LEADERSHIP BOOK: “Lead Fearless: Transform Your Leadership Attachment Style to Grow Emotionally Healthy Workplace Relationships” HERE
BUY POETRY BOOK: “The People We Meet: Poetic Stories for Transforming Your Relationship with Yourself and with Others” HERE
FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, & YOUTUBE: @AnaLucaOfficial
WEAR LOVE: Discover hand-designed abstract hearts painted by Ana Luca and featured on art prints & hoodies, perfect for gifting to loved ones or as a reminder of your self-love
Purchase hoodies HERE : www.artbyanaluca.com
Purchase art prints HERE
Learn about the Crypto Love Drops collection HERE www.cryptolovedrops.com
BECOME A GUEST: Email [email protected] to potentially be featured on a future episode.
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