This week we dive into another super important conversation in the world of relationships- Weaponised Incompetence!

Have you ever found yourself undermining your ability in order to get out of doing something? Have you experienced someone shirking their responsibilities by pretending they "don't know what to do"? Well you might have experienced manipulative, Weaponised Incompetence!

Similar to Mental Load, Weaponised Incompetence is a common struggle within relationships, one that often goes undefined and unaddressed, but that can contribute to contempt, criticism, mental load and an array of other dynamics. Regardless of your relationship status or role within your relationship, this conversation is an important one!

Join us as we dive into 3 Reddit Stories all on the topic of Manipulative Incompetence.

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This Chit-Chat is fueled by feedback from YOU! We dive into topics and questions submitted by our Listeners, and share an incredibly encouraging and challenging Listener write-in at the end.

We explore the dynamic world of relationships and parenthood. We dive into how to balance differing interests and hobbies when they don’t always align, highlighting the importance of communication and understanding each other's needs.

We also discuss how to keep the romance alive during the postpartum period and the challenges of adjusting to life with kids. You'll hear practical advice on prioritising your relationship and making time for each other amidst the chaos. Plus, we deep dive into our proposal story, as requested by YOU.

Tune in for a heartfelt conversation filled with personal anecdotes and tips for keeping your relationship strong.

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This week we chat through another of the Gottman Four Horsemen of Relationships- CONTEMPT. One of the biggest red flags of relationships. 🚩

Disrespect, mockery, sarcasm and name calling are a few of the ways couples might see this play out in their communication- but don't be fooled, contempt can be a subtle and trickly little beast, sneaking into relationships that you'd least expect.

We hope you're challenged, encouraged and uplifted by this raw chat all about Contempt.

We also share a really encouraging listener write-in that we hope brings a smile to your face!

Make sure to check out the Gottman Institute for further information.

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This is a special episode- number 20! So to celebrate meeting this milestone we thought it was time we properly introduce you to us- Amy and Blair.

Join us as we share some of our background, explain why Amy has a weird voice, tell you the story of how we met and share what we found helpful in the early years that's led us to today!

We also chat through a Chatter's/Listener Write-in asking all about the best way to establish regular relationship check-ins.

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This week we dive into the tricky world of INSECURITIES in Relationships 😬

We're all familiar with that niggling little voice that sits in our heads and makes us doubt ourselves. Insecurities play out in so many ways, but within relationships they can be toxic. The incredible power you can gain from understanding your story and knowing where these insecurities stem from, is so empowering! But if they go unnoticed, ignored or even suppressed, the consequences can be huge.

Join as we dive into 3 Reddit stories, all touching on the topic of Insecurities! We explore the importance of curiosity and the need to continuously learn and grow together.

We even discover new tidbits about each other during this chat!

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This week we take you through our recent trip to New Zealand for our Intensive Debrief/Counselling Retreat.

We share our biggest takeaways from the retreat, the magic of storytelling and understanding the little losses we all go through.

We also suggest a practical date night idea that you can do TONIGHT to start this process for yourselves.

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Join us as we navigate some of relationships toughest conversations 🙈️

We've all found ourselves in these chats- the ones you have NO IDEA how to navigate but are also super important to the longevity of your relationship.

Well today we tackle some reddit stories on just that- those Good Ol' Hard Conversations. Join us as we discuss unmet expectations, the tricky dance of talking about physical appearance and insecurities, and navigating mismatched intimacy drives!

We get real and honest about some of the long lasting tough conversations we have, and most importantly workshop how these conversations, while hard, can be some of the most unifying experiences!

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Today we run through Gary Chapman's "The Five Love Languages". You know the ones: words of affirmation, gifts, acts of service, physical touch and quality time.

If you're anything like us, you've probably heard them mentioned over the years, and maybe even guessed at what yours might be, but today we take a closer look at the framework and chat through how it has helped us in our relationship. The Five Love Languages are one tool in a list of many that can help open conversation, and strengthen your relationship.

Read all about the Five Love Languages here: https://5lovelanguages.com/learn

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