Marriage and Intimacy Tips for Christian Couples: Secrets of Happily Ever After

In this special birthday episode, I share personal strategies that have helped me sustain the spark in my marriage. Here's a breakdown of the five tricks that we explore in this episode: 1. Think Positive Thoughts: Start your day on a positive note. It sets the tone for the rest of your day and impacts how you interact with your spouse. 2. Focus on Your Response: Often, we burden ourselves wi...

In this week's episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Suzette Halterman, a relationship expert known for her insightful approach to navigating differences in relationships. We dive deep into the complexities of differing values and viewpoints and how these can be managed in a way that not only maintains but deepens the connection in a relationship.   Suzette brings a wealth of knowledge...

One of the most important facets of building a healthy, satisfying sexual relationship in your marriage is recognizing the importance of personal sexual development. This concept can sometimes be overlooked or misunderstood, but it's vital to the long-term success of intimacy in your relationship.   Taking responsibility for your own sexual development involves understanding your body, your s...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Passionate Marriage Club, a one-of-a-kind membership for couples who are ready to elevate their relationship to new heights. 🚀💞   We discuss who this club is perfect for (hint: it might be you!), and why investing time, energy, and resources in your marriage is not just important, but absolutely essential for a thriving, long-lasting relationship. 💏...

This is a very special and vulnerable episode, where I open up about 5 of the most important lessons I've learned in 21 years of marriage to my best friend. It's been a crazy and wonderful ride and we keep learning and growing and it just keeps getting better with time. I'm grateful for every moment, even the hard ones. Send us Fan Mail

In this enlightening and candid episode, I sit down with Tammy Hill, an Adjunct Faculty member at BYU, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Noted Speaker, Author, and mother of 12 in a blended family with her husband Jeff. Tammy shares groundbreaking insights from her new book, "Replenish: Creating Sexual Fulfillment in Marriage, A Guide for LDS Couples."   Join us as we explore the e...

In this episode, we delve into the wonderful world of kissing and explore its remarkable benefits for couples in long-term relationships. We all know that passionate and intimate kisses can sometimes fade as daily routines take over, but we're here to remind you just how important kissing is for maintaining a strong and vibrant connection with your partner. Here's a sneak peek of what yo...

On today's episode, I'm chatting with Katie Runyan, wife of 24 years, mother of 4 grown children and creator of Faithful Flings, a role playing service for married couples.  We talk about what role playing is, why it's important to bring novelty to the bedroom, how to approach this topic with your spouse, how to get into character and how Faithful Fling started.   Katie wants everyo...

This week's episode is all about talking about your sexual relationship and how to ask for what you want, need and prefer. I'm giving you 5 tips to open the conversation and keep it ongoing so you can collaborate, cooperate and create a sex life that both of you enjoy.   If you would like help with this, be sure to book a complimentary relationship breakthrough call with me while I still...

In this week's episode, I'm sharing 2 very important ways to increase the intimacy level in your marriage immediately. After examining the results of thousands of intimacy quizzes, I was surprised and delighted by the findings and the questions you have asked about how to increase your intimacy level. If you haven't taken this 3-minute quiz yet to find out the intimacy level in your...

In this episode, I'm talking with my good friend, Nate Bagley. Nate has been a marriage researcher for over a decade. He talks about the challenges he's been facing in his own marriage and how the training he has recieved and taught over the years has really helped him navigate these challenges.   Nate shares his favorite researchers including Dr. David Schnarch and Dr. John Gottman. We...

In this episode I'm walking you step-by-step through how to create a weekly date night ritual that will increase your intimate connection and why this is crucial to creating your happily ever after love story.   I've heard all the reasons why couples don't prioritize date night or let weeks go by without going out together, but after listening to these 10 tips, you won't have a...

In this week's episode, we're talking about seduction. There are a ton of benefits to seducing your spouse and keeping your marriage hot and spicey, and we're going over why it's so important.   Increase your emotional, physical and sexual intimacy by joining us for the FREE 5-Day Seduce Your Spouse Challenge next week. Register here:   https://secretsofhappilyeverafter.com/sys...

Are you ready to go from being stuck and complacent to courageous and capable of creating a business offering you the time and financial freedom you never dreamed possible? I’m excited to introduce you to Amy Porterfield, host of top-rated podcast, Online Marketing Made Easy, and a 9-to-5 escapee who built an 8-figure online business on her terms.   In this week's episode, I'm sitting do...

This week's episode is borrowed from an interview I did with Authority Magazine about how to fall in love with your spouse again. We all go through seasons of marriage where we feel more or less connected to each other. Use these 5 tips to rekindle a love that has grown cold.   You can read the full article HERE or by searching Monica Tanner on Medium.com.   Apply for a complimentary 30 minut...

In this week's episode, I'm talking about keeping commitments to yourself and how that simple practice improves all of your relationships. I give you 3 tips for forming healthy habits and suggest you join us for the 21-Day Lose Weight and Love Yourself Challenge. Experts say it takes 21 days to form a habit, so why not join us and let us encourage you to do just that.   Join the LadyBoss...

This week's episode is designed to help you avoid the BIGGEST mistake I see couples make around Valentine's Day every single year. I'll tell you what the the mistake is and exactly how to avoid it, so you can enjoy a stress free Valentine's Day and get everything you want from your partner.   This episode is packed with resources to make Valentine's Day special this year a...

In today's episode I'm revealing the truth of why so many couples are unhappy and the common misconception that is fueling this unhappiness. Make sure you tune in so you don't make this costly mistake in your marriage.   With Valentine's Day coming up, we're offering 25% off our 2 most popular challenges. Learn more here: Offensive Playbook Challenge for Husbands:   https:...

In today's episode, we're celebrating National Hugging Day a little early. Did you know that there is tons of research showing the benefits of hugging on your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health? A simple 20 second hug each day has the power to transform your health and your relationship. Take my hugging challenge and see how you feel this time next week.   Join us for the B...

In today's episode, I'm talking with Jennifer and Christopher Vos about thier experience going through my 12 week program, Training in the Art of Connection (formerly known as Sexpionage). Chris and Jen have been married for 29 years and have 9 children. Jen works full-time for the school distict and Chris is an entrepreneur with a passion for relationship building.   Listen in to find o...

This episode is based on an article published in Bestlife which featured a quote by me. I loved the article and thought it would be a great tool to use to prioritize our marriage this year. I go over the 7 things divorced people wish they had done differently when they were married as compiled by journalist, Lauren Jarvis-Gibson.   If you are interested in participating in a Gottman 7 Principles o...

In this week's episode, I'm talking about the BEST gift you could ever give your children on this holiday or any other time of the year. That gift is a blueprint of a healthy, thriving marriage and a glimpse at your happily ever after.   I go over 4 ways you can give that gift to your children, your grandchildren and their children for generations. This episode is a step by step guide to...

In today's episode, I'm debunking the myth that sacrificing more of what you want will eventually bring you happiness. In fact, the opposite is true. If you keep sacrificing for the sake of your marriage or your family, you will just get resentful and that kills any chance you have of ever being happy.   If you want to know what to do when you have sacrificed too much and you feel resent...

In today's episode, I'm talking about how compromise is holding you back and destroying your intimacy and connection. Everytime you compromise, you are giving away a small piece of yourself or something that is important to you. Compromise doesn't honor you or your partner. Nobody wins and the result is resentment, the number one killer of all intimacy and connection.   So, what do...

In today's episode, I'm talking about the power gratitude has to change the way we feel about another person. We don't even need to share our gratitude with that person in order to benefit from feeling it and looking for ways that person is blessing our life.   My favorite quote from this episode is to imagine if we could only have tomorrow the things we were grateful for today. Tha...