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  • 134. 3 Things You Keep Saying That Are Slowly Killing Your Marriage
    Oct 29 2025

    There are 3 things you keep saying that are slowly killing your marriage. I share what these 3 things are, and why saying them is causing problems.

    If you are struggling with saying these things, there is still space to save your marriage. This is just a communication issue, and I explain what you should say in these situations instead.

    You can turn things around in your marriage with the right words. The right words will bring you and your partner closer, instead of pushing each other farther away.

    Click the link to listen, and let me know what you think - I’d love to hear from you!

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    19 m
  • 133. 5 Things We Did in 2024 That Changed the Game for Our Marriage
    Oct 22 2025

    In this episode, I share 5 things that my husband and I did last year as a married couple that really changed the dynamic of our marriage.

    These 5 simple things helped us get on the same page and become better partners and parents.

    I hope these ideas inspire you as you evaluate and fortify your own marriage.

    Click the link to listen, and let me know what you think - I’d love to hear from you!

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    18 m
  • 132. My Husband Comes Before My Kids
    Oct 15 2025

    I recently shared a post on Instagram where I said “my husband comes before my kids” and in this episode I explain exactly what I mean, slide by slide.

    It's not choosing my husband over my kids, it's choosing my marriage so my kids don't grow up thinking love is always a struggle.

    Learn how when I put my husband before my kids, my kids benefit from that.

    Click the link to listen, and let me know what you think - I’d love to hear from you!

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    19 m
  • 131. How Do I Get Their Trust Back?
    Oct 8 2025

    If you are at a place in your relationship where you feel like no matter how much you apologize your partner still looks at you like they don't trust you anymore, this episode is for you.

    I walk you through the HEAL Framework that I use with couples to repair the trust in their marriages.

    Rebuilding trust is possible, but rebuilding trust takes time. It's extremely intentional and it's based on actions and consistency of those actions.

    Click the link to listen, and let me know what you think - I’d love to hear from you!

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    18 m
  • 130. Why Traditional Premarital Counseling Doesn't Work & What You Actually Need Before You Say ‘I Do’
    Oct 1 2025

    Three months of premarital counseling just isn't enough for the lifetime of your marriage.

    And in this episode, I'm going to take you through what most premarital counseling entails, why it doesn't work, and what you actually need for a healthy marriage.

    I share 5 tools and strategies you need to have set up before you get married, that go beyond traditional premarital counseling.

    I want you to be fully prepared and equipped for a successful marriage.

    Click the link to listen, and let me know what you think - I’d love to hear from you!

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    23 m
  • 129. Every Time I Bring It Up They Get So Defensive
    Sep 24 2025

    We all have sore subjects in our marriages and topics where one partner gets defensive. Defensiveness is so common in any type of betrayal.

    In this episode, I share 3 tools you can use right now to get past the defensiveness in these conversations.

    If every single conversation feels difficult and leads to defensiveness, you are keeping your marriage in survival mode.

    I want you to be able to have important conversations with your partner, without the defensiveness, so you can get through the tough stuff and start to rebuild the connection and intimacy.

    Click the link to listen, and let me know what you think - I’d love to hear from you!

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    18 m
  • 128. How Do I Get my Husband to Do What I Want?
    Sep 17 2025

    Are you asking yourself…Why do I need to remind my husband to do something a hundred times? Why am I the only one carrying the weight of the house, the schedule, the appointments, the plans, and the kids? How do I get my husband to do what I want?

    In this episode I talk about why this happens, how it impacts your relationship, and I coach you through 3 practical ways to stop over-functioning in your marriage while still getting your needs met.

    This isn't just about getting tasks done. This is about both of you feeling seen, supported, and valued. I want to help you create a marriage where both partners feel super present and highly engaged.

    Click the link to listen, and let me know what you think - I’d love to hear from you!

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  • 127. I Want to be Close Again but I Don't Know How
    Sep 10 2025

    Are you ready to be close again with your partner? You and your partner have drifted apart and you’re at a phase in your marriage where you miss your partner, and the closeness you once had.

    If you’re trying things that aren’t working, it is probably because you're forcing a type of pressure that is unnecessary in your marriage. To get the closeness back, you need to start small so everyone feels safe.

    In this episode, I outline 3 things you can do to work on the emotional and physical intimacy in your marriage. This work is so important for a healthy marriage and a close relationship with your partner.

    Click the link to listen, and let me know what you think - I’d love to hear from you!

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