• Ep. 169: The Four Pitfalls To Avoid Divorce
    Jul 22 2024

    Are these 4 marriage killers lurking in your relationship? Discover the key pitfalls that predict divorce and learn how to address them to safeguard and strengthen your relationship. Don’t wait—tune in now to turn things around before it’s too late!

    In this episode, you’ll hear:

    • What types of negativity are undermining your marriage

    • The difference between complaints and criticisms

    • The lethal impact of contempt and how to counteract it

    • How we protect ourselves from getting hurt or being wrong

    • Why stonewalling is the deadliest pitfall

    • Essential tools to help you avoid divorce and how to implement them

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    Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call:

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    30 mins
  • Ep. 168: How To Start The Conversation With Your Spouse To Get Your Needs Met
    Jul 15 2024

    How do you start a conversation so that your spouse truly listens? And what should you do if their response isn’t what you hoped for? Here’s a hint: the WAY you have these conversations is more crucial than WHAT you actually say (a kind and loving tone makes all the difference!).

    Tune in to discover:

    • The significance of waiting to have the conversation if you can't approach it kindly

    • What you need clarity on before you start the discussion

    • An introduction to the “conflict burger”

    • How to work with your spouse's reactions to ensure your needs are met

    • What to do if your plan never gets set into motion after you’ve agreed on it

    FREE TRAINING! The Three Secrets to a Happier Marriage: https://marriedafterkids.com/march-2024-webinar

    Get your FREE EBOOK! 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less): https://marriedafterkids.com/freebie


    Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call:

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    29 mins
  • Ep. 167: The Most Underrated Tool To Help You Feel Better In Your Marriage
    Jul 8 2024

    If you aren’t doing what I discuss in this episode, you definitely won’t get your needs met by your spouse. This is the second episode in our mini-series on how to get your needs met by your spouse. I’m focusing on what we often do (or don’t do) that unintentionally gets in the way.

    Tune in to discover:

    • The two things I focus on when clients feel their needs aren't being met by their spouse

    • A wildly effective tool that will significantly impact not just your marriage, but all of your relationships

    • My top tip to avoid exploding at your partner or shutting down during an argument

    • Practical ways to calm down when emotions run high

    • Immediate steps to start implementing these strategies right away!

    Mentioned in the Episode:

    • The Antidote to Divorce episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1vVi5KSBz4iSSBvAnCYFy6?si=e4q80edARbamyabQHdk3xg

    FREE TRAINING! The Three Secrets to a Happier Marriage: https://marriedafterkids.com/march-2024-webinar


    Get your FREE EBOOK! 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less): https://marriedafterkids.com/freebie


    Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call:

    https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/277730-married-after-kids-intervention-call


    Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! www.instagram.com/marriedafterkids

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    28 mins
  • Ep. 166: Getting Your Needs Met In Your Marriage Even If You’ve Tried Everything
    Jul 1 2024

    We all have needs. Whether you already know what those needs are but struggle to express them to your spouse, or you're unsure about what needs require fulfillment right now, this episode is for you. This is the first in a mini-series dedicated to helping you get your needs met. Let’s start with the FIRST STEP to take when your needs aren't being fulfilled by your spouse. Ready?

    Tune in to discover:

    • Where to start in order to get your needs met

    • The mindset shift required to effectively identify your needs

    • One crucial component that will make a big impact on the change you desire

    • An in-depth exploration of unmet needs to help you understand and articulate your own needs better

    FREE TRAINING! The Three Secrets to a Happier Marriage: https://marriedafterkids.com/march-2024-webinar

    Get your FREE EBOOK! 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less): https://marriedafterkids.com/freebie

    Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call:

    https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/277730-married-after-kids-intervention-call

    Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! www.instagram.com/marriedafterkids

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    29 mins
  • Ep. 165: What To Do When You Have No Energy Left To Give
    Jun 24 2024

    Energy is a precious commodity for a busy parent like you!

    Raising kids, managing a household, and juggling everything else requires energy! When you’re running on empty, EVERYTHING becomes more challenging. So, how can you show up in your marriage and life when you have no energy left? Let’s get into it!

    In this episode, you’ll hear:

    • Key questions to ask yourself about your current energy levels

    • The pressure of “doing it all” and its impact on your relationship

    • One surprising habit that unknowingly drains your energy

    • The one non-negotiable that can make the biggest difference in how you feel

    • Crucial strategies for managing your energy and the consequence of pushing beyond your limits

    • A significant factor affecting your energy and practical solutions to combat it

    FREE TRAINING! The Three Secrets to a Happier Marriage: https://marriedafterkids.com/march-2024-webinar

    Get your FREE EBOOK! 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less): https://marriedafterkids.com/freebie

    Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call:

    https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/277730-married-after-kids-intervention-call


    Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! www.instagram.com/marriedafterkids

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    35 mins
  • Ep. 164: What Is Default Parent Gatekeeping and Is It Happening In Your Marriage?
    Jun 17 2024

    Have you heard of default parent gatekeeping? Likely not.

    It’s a crucial issue that could be affecting your marriage in significant ways, leading to extreme resentment, relationship conflict, and parental alienation. Let’s talk about this topic to prevent - or repair - the impact on your relationship with your spouse.

    Tune in to discover:

    • What parental gatekeeping is and why it happens

    • How gatekeeping can lead to resentment, lack of confidence, and zero skill building

    • Real-life examples of what gatekeeping looks like in action

    • How to handle differences in opinion between you and your partner (or other caregivers) about child care

    • The serious consequences of engaging in gatekeeping

    • Effective remedies to overcome gatekeeping and foster a healthier relationship

    FREE TRAINING! The Three Secrets to a Happier Marriage: https://marriedafterkids.com/march-2024-webinar

    Get your FREE EBOOK! 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less): https://marriedafterkids.com/freebie

    Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call:

    https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/277730-married-after-kids-intervention-call


    Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! www.instagram.com/marriedafterkids

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    31 mins
  • Ep. 163: Is The Workload In Your Marriage Feeling Unfair?
    Jun 10 2024

    Are you feeling overwhelmed by a never-ending to-do list while trying to maintain a happy marriage?

    In this episode, we explore the challenges of balancing household tasks and childcare responsibilities within a marriage and how imbalances can lead to feelings of exhaustion, resentment, and disconnection.

    Figuring out how to do this together will literally make you happier, strengthen your marriage, and keep your love alive!

    Tune in to discover:

    • The mental exhaustion of maintaining a household and raising children (which typically falls more on one partner), and its impact on marriages

    • Societal perceptions of women in homemaking and childrearing, and the influence on men's expectations

    • The guilt that arises from not meeting perceived standards

    • Effective ways to approach this topic with your spouse so you can collaborate on strategies TOGETHER

    • Practical tips for achieving a more equitable workload, ultimately strengthening your marriage

    Don’t forget to check out Fair Play (mentioned in episode): https://www.fairplaylife.com/documentary

    FREE TRAINING! The Three Secrets to a Happier Marriage: https://marriedafterkids.com/march-2024-webinar

    Get your FREE EBOOK! 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less): https://marriedafterkids.com/freebie



    Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call:

    https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/277730-married-after-kids-intervention-call

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    36 mins
  • Ep. 162: It’s Fine. It’s Not That Bad.
    Jun 3 2024

    If you’re not as happy as you want to be in your marriage, this episode is a must-listen. Let’s explore the critical lesson of what we make acceptable and what we don’t in our relationships, and how it shapes our happiness.

    Tune in to discover:

    • The essential element that determines the success of marriage counseling or support

    • The hidden trap behind thinking “things will change” on their own

    • Real-life examples of couples who settled for “fine” and missed out on years of true happiness

    • The ripple effect of having a joyful marriage

    • Seven signs that indicate your relationship needs marriage support

    FREE TRAINING! The Three Secrets to a Happier Marriage: https://marriedafterkids.com/march-2024-webinar

    Get your FREE EBOOK! 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less): https://marriedafterkids.com/freebie


    Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call:

    https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/277730-married-after-kids-intervention-call


    Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! www.instagram.com/marriedafterkids

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    29 mins