Ep 186 – Creating Joy & Connection: 18 Years of Real-Life Marriage Lessons
When you’re a high-achieving woman deeply invested in both personal growth and meaningful partnership, there’s a question that tugs at your heart: How do we stay connected—while staying true to ourselves? As we celebrate 18 years of marriage (Whaaaat?! YESSS!), I’m reflecting on the real-life lessons that have helped us build something beautiful—not perfect, but…
Ep 185 – The Drama & Empowerment Triangles: Transform Your Relationship
Ever notice how you and your partner seem to get stuck in the same reactive patterns? One minute you’re trying to help, the next you’re frustrated and blaming, and before you know it, you both feel like victims of the situation. These patterns aren’t random – they’re part of what’s known as the drama triangle…
Ep 184 – Marriage Coaching Relationship Concepts: 3 Powerful Approaches for Deep Connection
Every marriage has moments that test our patience and understanding. As a marriage coach, I’ve identified three transformative relationship concepts that consistently help couples move from frustration to genuine connection. These concepts emerged from thousands of hours working with clients, and today, I’m sharing these powerful approaches that can revolutionize how you view and participate…
Episode 183 – Rich Relationships: Why Your Inner Circle Matters More Than Your Network
When it comes to relationships, we often focus on expanding our network, but what if the secret lies in deepening our connections instead? In a revealing conversation with Selena Soo, relationship expert and author of “Rich Relationships,” we explored how the quality of our connections shapes every aspect of our lives – from our marriages…
Episode 182 – The Hidden Power of Emotional Leadership: Why Going First Transforms Your Marriage
When it comes to emotional leadership in marriage, someone needs to go first. Have you ever noticed how certain people at work seem to get promoted more easily than others? In my years as an HR professional, I observed two distinct types: those who waited for a title before stepping up, and those who simply…
Episode 181 – Compound Stress Syndrome, The Story/State Cycle & Turning Stress into an Opportunity for Connection in Your Marriage
On this episode of The Marriage Life Coach Podcast, we’re diving into compound stress syndrome. Specifically, how stress actually stacks up in layers, why it impacts your relationship more than you realize, and most importantly, how to start closing stress cycles (both individually and together) so you can create more opportunities for connection, ease, and…