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Heartbreak & Hope with Pat Barbarito

Divorce lawyer Pat Barbarito thought she knew all about complex relationships and the laws that govern them – until her own marriage of 17 years ended and she determined to get to the heart of love, marriage, and human connection. Her journey spanned the entire scope of relationships – from the science of attraction to the financial impact of separation, to old myths that society still touts as true to new laws that outline how to navigate both uniting and uncoupling. Heartbreak & Hope with Pat Barbarito offers insights, anecdotes, and guidance from a variety of experts and includes her own perspective on how best to thrive through any stage of relationship building.

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Heartbreak & Hope with Pat Barbarito

Unpacking the Secrets to Lasting Relationships with Beatty Cohan

April 30, 2025 • Pat Barbarito

Ready to explore the essential essence of human connection and the pursuit of true love? Join show host Pat Barbarito and featured guest Beatty Cohan, nationally recognized psychotherapist and sex therapist, for an enlightening conversation on why romantic relationships are so challenging.

As Pat points out: Connection of the heart goes way beyond being physically present. And Beatty reveals – through her exclusive 10-step formula to create and maintain a successful partnership – exactly what it takes to find or create that genuine connection.

Key Topics:

The fundamental need for connection
Understanding your own needs…and baggage
Importance of communication and problem-solving
How societal norms and media influence our perceptions of relationships
Empowering yourself through relationship education

Whether you're single, dating, or in a long-term relationship, Pat and Beatty’s heartfelt conversation guarantees you'll leave with valuable tools to better your love life.

BONUS: Ready to apply science to your pursuit of love? Be sure to explore Beatty’s ten-step formula outlined in her book "For Better or Worse Forever: Discover the Path to Lasting Love." Based on data provided by over 450 clients before the book was written - 93% of whom returned to say they had avoided the relationship disasters of the past and successfully assessed their partners.

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