Partnership Aligned

Avoidance feels like keeping the peace, but it's actually marital poison. On this episode, I talk about the fear underneath silence, what honest connection sounds like, and why communication and sex are more linked than most couples admit. This Wednesday, June 24th at 12 p.m. Eastern, 9 a.m. Pacific, I want you to sign up for my masterclass titled "Sex & Talking; How to Stop Avoiding...

On this episode, I sit down with body confidence coach and boudoir photographer Rebecca Sigala about how body image quietly shapes marriage, from everyday self-talk to what happens when the lights are on in the bedroom. We connect the dots between shame, safety, and vulnerability, then map out what actually helps couples move from disconnection to deeper intimacy.  Topics covered: • body image as...

Sirens, explosions, kids off school, work on hold, sleep wrecked and somehow our relationship is getting closer, not colder.  I’m recording from Israel during active war, and I’m sharing the real, imperfect process my partner and I used to stop coping separately and start functioning like a team.  If you’re going through any high-stress season, trauma, burnout, parenting chaos, money pressure, or...

Do you find yourself wanting to control your partner in the day to day tasks & conversations?  Me too. The good news is you DON'T need to change your partner in order to feel better.  In this episode, I get personal and tell you where I'm struggling in my relationship - and what I'm doing about it.  Learn the communication skills that will level-up your marraige in my 90 minute...

If you're feeling anxious in your marriage, you're probably not being authentic.  The only way to enjoy an authentic marriage where you can relax and be yourself is through honesty.  In this episode, I tell you about my journey of becoming an honest person (cause I used to not be one) and why it's so important to choose authenticity over anxiety. My group, MASTER YOUR MARRIAGE AND Y...

In this episode, we get brutally honest about how pride, defensiveness, and the need to be right are quietly destroying connection. You’ll learn what real humility looks like, how to drop your ego without losing your voice, and why choosing humility is actually the most powerful move you can make in your marriage. Learn the communication skills that will level-up your marraige in my 90 minute Mast...

This season we’re diving into spiritual characteristics that make you a better human—and a better partner. We’re starting with gratitude . Why? Because if you don’t start from gratitude, you’re starting from lack, complaints, and ego. And that’s a terrible foundation for growth. In this episode, I’ll break down: Why gratitude is the #1 predictor of happiness How to actually build a gratitude pract...

Welcome to Season 2 of Partnership Aligned Podcast!! My core message stays the same: Your relationship with yourself will dictate your relationship with others. So, what's different about this season? Every episode will focus on a different spiritual characteristic to bring into your life and partnership. Some examples are honesty, courage, humility, & trust.  By spotlighting different ch...

Vacation can be relaxing, invigorating, and connective. OR it can be irritating and stressful. How can you make sure your vacation brings you and your partner closer together? Hit play to hear my 3 VERY EFFECTIVE tips to having the best vacation with your partner! Learn the communication skills that will level-up your marraige in my 90 minute Masterclass: The Formula for Effective Communication fo...

When things feel difficult in your marriage, it's all too easy to become discouraged and even spiral out a bit.  But there is another way.  You can use those hard times to become closer to God and and become the most spiritual version of yourself. Which in turn will lead you back to a better marriage. In this episode, I share a recording from a lecture I gave to a wonderful community of God-l...

Do you ever feel like you’re speaking… but not really being heard by your partner? In this episode, I’m sharing five powerful phrases that instantly shift the tone of your conversations and help your partner actually hear you. These are the phrases that reduce defensiveness, increase connection, and create emotional safety—even in tough moments. Whether you're navigating a disagreement or try...

It's almost Valentine's day and everyone is talking about romance.  But what is romance, really? Forget the societal norms and get curious about what would really fill your partner up. And tell them what would fill you up. Hit play to hear all about romance in real marriages as opposed to the Valentines images we see.  Mentioned on this episode: Ep 6 - Are Your Expectations Causing You P...

"Whatever it is you and your partner are not talking about - THAT is your relationship." - Susan Scott I love this quote and I believe that almost anything can be talked out. But it requires having the skills to have an emotionally charged conversation effectively. This episode gives you four guidelines to having a difficult conversation in a successful way. Hit play to hear what they ar...

❌ Skip the bullshit resolutions and focus on what's reallly important in 2025 - your marriage.  It's the nucleus of the family and affects your quality of life. 👉 There are 3 characteristics you'll need to work on this year for your marriage to thrive.  Hit play to learn what they are and why they're important.  No more settling. Let's do this.  Learn the communication s...

There is so much pressure around the holiday season to have a certain experience represented by a certain image. This episode is all about stripping that away and focusing on your expectations & communication with your partner Hit play to have a mindset shift about what's REALLY important this holiday season! Learn the communication skills that will level-up your marraige in my 90 minute...

Today I am celebrating 7 years of continuous sobriety!! 🙌 In this episode, I am recounting seven of the relationship lessons I've learned over the past seven years.  Hit play to hear what they are with explanation (unscripted for the first time!) and for a very special offer 🎉 Learn the communication skills that will level-up your marraige in my 90 minute Masterclass: The Formula for Effect...

Meet Laurie. She came to me with one of the deepest marital resentments I've ever coached anyone through. It was debilitating and consumed her day and night. And it was ruining her marriage.  Finally, after a decade of suffering, she decided to do something about it. It wasn't easy - it took 3 months and a lot of coaching - but Laurie DID free herself from this resentment! If you think y...

This is a re-air from episode 25.  On this episode, I tell my marriage story and how it led me to figuring out the secret to inner peace in any marital situation. Hit play for a more vulnerable episode where you can get to know me and how I came to be a marriage coach - post my own failed marriage! Learn the communication skills that will level-up your marraige in my 90 minute Masterclass: The For...

The way you think about things single-handedly dictates your experience. Over the years, I have helped hundreds of people change their mindset and change their results.  In this episode, I give you the five most powerful mindset shifts I've helped people make. Pick the one you need most and start working through it! Need some help taking the mindset shift and making it applicable in your life...

I want you to look back on this summer and say "that was the summer where everything changed for us. We got the help, worked on our marriage, and fell back in love." This is completely available to you. All you need to do is go back to basics and build that 3-part foundation - intention, vulnerability, communication. Imagine what it would be like to feel relaxed on your summer vacation b...

Do you feel lonely in your partnership? Loneliness has nothing to do with actually being alone - it's about genuine connection. On this episode, I tell you exactly how to work your way out of loneliness and into connection with your partner.  Hit play to hear my method, journal prompts I use with clients, and a conversation prompt to help you begin talking to your partner in a way that will b...

Join me in my new FREE Masterclass titled: " How to Create the Sex Life You Crave" Register Here! We will cover:  Getting in touch with what you want & like in bed How to stop avoiding sex Your relationship with sex & how its holding you back How to communicate to your partner your sexual needs How to say no to sex without shutting your partner down Managing your sex life while r...

How long has it been since you and your partner really sat down to check in with each other about how you're feeling in the marriage? Lack of communication is the reason for resentment, misunderstanding, disconnect, and even hostility.  Do you feel like you need some help with re-engaging in meaningful communication with your partner?  Or do you have sit-downs but they end up in blow ups? If...

Do you feel like a pressure cooker always about to boil over with difficult emotions? This is common and is a direct result of you NOT processing your emotions. The answer to gaining control over your emotions is to feel them. But how the heck do you do that? In this episode, I give you a step-by-step technique for releasing some of that pressure and gaining control over your emotions.  You'l...

Are you stuck in the victim mindset? If so, your relationship is suffering. Victim mentality keeps you in the problem and out of solution. It keeps you stuck. But you can get out. Hit play to find out what the victim mentality is, where it comes from, and what to do about it! Get more info on my brand new group program! Learn the communication skills that will level-up your marraige in my 90 minut...