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Why do people fight after they leave therapy? Why aren't date nights helping your marriage? Do you ever feel like you are trying things but getting no where? Today, we are talking about the processes of breaking down the dams that have been built in your relationship. We share what that can look and feel like.  We often say these tools are simple-- but they aren't always easy. Today, we share...

Dr Glenn says, we know the exact number of humans who need help in the world. And that number is 100%. All humans need help... because they are human. Today, we answer a question from a listener who writes in seeking help for her husband who is struggling with depression. We share our stories & give insight to how she can walk with him through this season and give the support that he needs. If...

In session with Elijah & Christina as they share the tools that have transformed how the communicate with each other & how it has helped them individually grow. While we do talk a lot about marriage & relationships-- these tools are for people.... individuals.... you. And Elijah & Christina share all about how they have changed their individual lives for the better, thus creating a...

Lots of emotions come up around family-- your family, your partner's family, the absence of family, the stress of all the tasks to be done. It can be a lot. We are going to talk about communicating expectations, staying connected, and how to partner with each other to not just survive it-- but come out feeling unified. www.connectioncodes.co  Foundations Course

Feel alone at times in your relationship? Have you ever thought it felt like you were talking to a wall? Do you ever freeze up and feel unable to respond? Today, we break down what a still face is-- and how it is creating damage in our relationships and we don't even know it.  Foundations Masterclass: www.connectioncodes.co/foundationscourse Watch the Still face experiment: https://youtu.be/Y...

 What is the right thing to do for grief? What do we say? How do we support someone the best way? Phyllis shared on an episode a few weeks ago about the sadness she was feeling about her mother's passing 8 years ago. She shared how it affected her then & how it affects her today. Today she shares how those closest to her did & can show up... and what you can do too.

Emotional connection? Sex Toys? Masturbation? Setting boundaries? Today, we cover some of the top questions we have been asked.  Late Night: https://www.connectioncodes.co/latenight

Many of us have something that we experience that isn't deemed acceptable-- it is sinful or unlawful. But, we still experience it. The problem comes when we don't process the emotion driving the action. It leads us to further want to participate in the potentially harmful activity. We talk about why the power of community is so important here and Phyllis vulnerably shares as she processes the grie...

"Relational issues are dealt with in relationship."  Today Dr Glenn & Phyllis share their views on when it is right for individual help or help as a couple. Tera shares her past trauma that she thought was no longer affecting her relationship - but realizes it is.  To book an in person or zoom session with Dr Glenn & Phyllis: https://www.connectioncodes.co/private-session To lear...

There are growing pains in your relationship journey. From the moment you learn new tools until the moment your relationship becomes safe and secure. Today, we are answering a question from a listener on what those in between moments look like. And the small shifts to make that will make a big impact. To learn more: www.connectioncodes.co  To download the core emotion wheel:  https://www...

Do you or your partner finding yourself not desiring sex very often... or not at all? Well, you aren't alone. We have been hearing about the low libido diagnosis for years & the array of medication you can take to mask the problem But what if it isn't caused by what you think? Get to the root cause & find the desire you are looking for. To find out more go to connectioncodes.co

It is common for one partner to process their feelings much faster than the other. The fast process partner can feel unloved because they aren't getting the response they are needing. And the slower process partner can feel overwhelmed by the intensity coming at them. Dr Glenn & Phyllis share about a recent moment that Phyllis needed time to sort through what was happening for her. And how get...

There are moments in marriage we that we wish our partner would change. We even subconsciously (and sometimes consciously) try to change them. Today's episode is about learning to connect with each other while accepting each other's differences. It is also about how to recognize when something actually does need to shift & how to approach it. To find out more about us go to connectioncodes.co...

It is a myth that men only want sex for a few seconds of pleasure. There is actually something much deeper they are craving. We answer a question from a listener about what he is wanting from his wife. She is exhausted & is tired of having sex out of duty. Listen as Dr Glenn & Phyllis share their perspective & Tera shares her experience. To find out more go to www.connectioncodes.co To...

There are obvious things depleting us from energy: stressful job, parenthood, bills... but there are also the less than obvious moments that chip away at us each day. Today, we reveal what those look like for us & challenge you to find it in your own life. We also flip the script and give a tip on how to gain energy in a fun & easy way.  Learn more: www.connectioncodes.co

From the time our kids are small, we take actions that unintentionally break their trust. This episode answers the question, "How do we rebuild trust with our child?"  Featuring: Dr Glenn & Phyllis Hill, Echo Hill Vetter, & Tera Wages Go to connectioncodes.co/connectedparenting  for more information on our parenting masterclass

Dr Glenn & Phyllis dive into a moment where they were both filled with emotion. They break down how they kept it from becoming a disconnect & share how they worked through it without causing any more damage. A painful moment connected them further. Listen to learn how to build the safety in your relationship that your partner craves.

With kids going back to school, we wanted to address the issue on many parents minds--- getting our kids out the door and to the school while managing emotions.  This episode features Dr. Glenn Hill, Phyllis Hill & Echo Hill Vetter Free one hour webinar www.connectioncodes.co/stopyelling

Hey parents who are raising those strong willed children! This one is for you. We talk all about connecting with our kids, setting goals as parents, and how we battle those tough moments. Today's episode features Dr Glenn & Phyllis' son, Sky Hill and his wife, Meg. They are sharing their personal parenting journey & what it was like to grow up in the Hill home. This episode is full of incr...

Parents often don't know what to look for when their kids are struggling. What could be anxiety or depression can easily look like defiance or a bad attitude. In this episode, we talk about some signs and symptoms as well as the importance of getting to the root cause. To save your seat for our upcoming free parenting webinar: https://www.connectioncodes.co/stopyelling  

Part 1 Pressure from sex had such a big reaction that we decided we needed a part 2. In this episode, we talk about where the pressure comes from. We share what it has looked like and how we have overcome feeling like it is pressure. We want to be clear: We don't believe anyone should ever have sex due to pressure. This episode is about discovering where the pressure comes from within yourself and...

Sam & Lindsey came into their marriage with years of unprocessed emotion (like most of us) but it created cycles of deep pain that they are now working to undo. Their honesty in today's episode is raw and vulnerable. Dr Glenn and Phyllis reveal how they can create safety in their relationship. 

Are you ever in conversation then next thing you know you are disconnecting over sex? How did we get here? Tera walks through a recent conflict when she was caught off guard and felt pressured sexually. This episode is very eye opening for couples who experience different arousal levels often leaving them fighting.   Enroll in Late Night: https://www.connectioncodes.co/latenight Follow Connec...

So often, couples fight today because of conflict that happened in their past. It can be frustrating for one partner because you feel like it happened so long ago. But, emotions sometimes need to be processed even years later.  Dr Glenn & Phyllis experienced a rare disconnect (fight) the night before recording podcasts. They are going to work through their argument in real time and we get...

Psychological disorders affect around 1 in 7 people globally & often go undiagnosed. In today's episode, Dr Glenn opens up about his disorders of the psyche and how it affected he and Phyllis in their marriage early on. He also reveals what has helped him manage his symptoms so he is now functional.