Respected & Connected: Practical Conversations for Couples Who Want Real Partnership

A heartfelt, hopeful, and practical perspective on how couples can make marriage work when one spouse has ADHD. Kara Laws (the ADHD spouse) shares her story of how she and Jamie have navigated the challenges of marriage, specifically when additional support and understanding is needed. We discuss: The importance of mutual respect in a partnership, regardless of differing challenges and abilities H...

If I were to give you my best advice about relationships and whether or not now is the time to put a lot of effort into your relationship development, this is the main question I would ask… "Would you be able to continue with how things are right now indefinitely?" If the answer is no (which it has been for me several times over the course of my 10-year marriage) this episode is for you. In this e...

Kamini Wood joins the podcast to talk about the interplay of imposter syndrome and people-pleasing among high achieving women, and how that can show up in intimate relationships. We talk about: Kamini's journey working in the dot.com industry as a project manager and running a law office and how she discovered her true passions from her corporate experience. How motherhood helped reveal her perfec...

As women, we can have a tricky relationship with asking for and receiving what we want. If this feels tricky for you, it can be particularly painful during the Christmas season. This episode is for you! We're talking about three steps for asking for and receiving what you want - a concept originally taught to me by my mentor Terry Real. === Get the Free E-book: 12 No-BS Rules for Navigating Relati...

This episode was originally aired on James Keddington's podcast " Overcome and Become ." Thanks James for a great conversation and for allowing us to share on the Respected & Connected podcast. James and I talk about: Handling high confict situations in important relationships Some signs that your relationship with conflict is unhealthy How important our primary relationships are to our overall we...

In this special episode, I'm thrilled to share some exciting updates and changes with you. The podcast is evolving. While these changes may feel significant to me, I acknowledge that they might not hold the same weight for you. But that's precisely what I want to discuss today: how we often overthink and assume that what matters to us matters equally to others. As my work has evolved, I felt that...

Elizabeth Tidwell, founder of My Club Red, is on the podcast to talk about how your menstrual cycle impacts your relationships. We discuss: Why you can wake up hating your spouse for no obvious reason. The primary emotions and energies of each phase of your cycle. How to start recognizing the phases of your cycle and using this information to bring more care and awareness to your needs and your re...

Boundaries has become such a buzzword in our culture, that it seems like the solution to all of our relational distress. But boundaries are really the first of three skills we need to create a solid foundation for our relationships. If you're feeling frustrated with something happening in any relationship, the three skills you need are Boundaries, Agreements, and Accountability. === Get the Free E...

Clint Callahan uses his wealth of knowledge as a therapist of over 20 years along with his personal experiences of loss, grief, and personal growth to help people make small but impactful changes in their daily lives. We discuss:  Clint's personal experiences growing up angry and detached from his emotions and then losing his mother to suicide. A simple 5 minute practice to re-gain your composure...

It's hard to know what to do when a tough conversation isn't going well, but you're afraid that doing the wrong thing will just make things worse. In this episode, we're talking about what to do when tough conversations get off track. We discuss: Signs that more talking will just make things worse. Ways to call a "healthy break." Pitfalls to avoid when you've paused a tough conversation. === Get t...

In this episode, we're talking about shadow discovery and how it impacts our relationships. Our guest, Catherine La O' says, "To create real change in your life, you must learn to face the parts of yourself that you have avoided until now." We discuss: The concept of shadows and how they show up in our relationships How our personal history shapes the way we perceive different relationship dynamic...

Our society is totally confused about the principles of apology. Apologies are a necessary tool in a healthy relationship. But when they are misunderstood and used incorrectly they can make things worse. In this episode, I'm breaking down three types of apologies. Including what you should never apologize about. Get the full show notes and links to the resources mentioned at  https://keeptalkingre...

Differences in parenting philosophies can create a lot of turmoil and friction in our relationships. Not only do we feel stressed and unsure of whether or not we're doing good enough as a parent, but we also often feel the need to get our spouse on board with our plan of action. If you and your spouse aren't on the same page as parents, this will be hard on the couple and the kids. Wanda Howard jo...

When your partner responds negatively in a tough conversation, do you assume it's your fault or get blamed for "making things worse"? Are you compelled to backpedal, smooth things over, or even withdraw your complaint or request? In this episode, I break down the fear many women have when speaking up - the fear of making things worse. We talk about: Where the fear of making things worse comes from...

Walking on eggshells in a marriage is more common than you might think. And the best part is, when you stop doing it, your marriage can get a lot better. If you've been walking on eggshells for way too long listen to learn: A simple formula for being more honest (and human) in your relationships  How to deal with the inevitable fallout of disrupting the status quo Pitfalls to avoid when you stop t...

https://keeptalkingrevolution.com/podcast/b/ep-96As a coach who specializes in working with high-achieving men, Rhonda Farr has some great insight on how to help driven people have more satisfying relationships. Rhonda believes that the key to more connection and intimacy is a greater level of self-intimacy. In this episode of the Keep Talking Revolution podcast, we discuss: Why it's so much easie...

https://keeptalkingrevolution.com/podcast/b/ep-96Everyone knows that ultimatums are bad right? Not necessarily. In today's episode, we're exploring when an ultimatum can be just what's needed to move a relationship forward and how you can know if you're communicating in a way that will damage your relationship or make it better. === Connect with Sharon Website: https://keeptalkingrevolution.com Co...

We've all heard that boundaries are important, but it can be confusing to know where to start. Our guest Sherralynn offers a great tool to get started - your boundary bill of rights. We talk about: What a bill of rights is and how it helps you know what boundaries to set How knowing your "rules of engagement" helps you say "no" more easily and deal with boundary crossers and manipulators A few ide...

Join me on June 16th for " The Needy No More Workshop: How to communicate your needs without being needy or demanding ." This workshop is about transforming how we discuss and fulfill our needs in our marriages. It's not a transaction; it's an opportunity to demonstrate generosity and support each other's well-being. Sign up by June 15th at needynomore.com

One thing all good problem solvers do well is this: they know which problem to focus on to get the most out of their problem-solving efforts. But, how do you know what the "right" problem is to solve?  In this episode of the Keep Talking Revolution podcast, we discuss: What kinds of problems are always a problem The difference between shame-based problems and dream-based problems The importance of...

Have you ever looked at your partner and wondered if you missed something important when you started your relationship? Did you miss a red flag, and if so what now? Dr. Yael Dubin offers a different perspective on these common "red flags" and instead offers the perspective that this may just be the trailhead of your healing journey. === Connect with Dr. Yael Dubin Your Personality and You Workbook...

Do you often feel overwhelmed with everything on your plate? Your spouse wants to help, but deciding what needs to be done, when it happens, and how to do it is still your job. In this episode, I'm talking about how to overcome this dynamic of parenting your spouse so that the help you're getting is actually helpful. We talk about: How to recognize when you're parenting your spouse Two things to s...

Nobody talks about what to do when you love your partner, but you don't really like him. And when they do, the advice they offer is not particularly helpful. In this episode of the podcast, I want to normalize the idea that it's OK to not like your partner all the time. And, there are things that you can do to not stay stuck in that state of what Terry Real calls "normal marital hatred." If you do...

What do you do when an important conversation doesn't go your way? Do you give up, get angry, or tell yourself the issue isn't that important? Or, do you figure out what went wrong and try something different? In this episode of the podcast, I'm sharing how to recover from a difficult conversation, which is an important aspect of avoiding unproductive arguments and resolving ongoing conflict. List...

It's easy to get sucked into an unproductive argument if you aren't prepared for it. Learn the two big mistakes that lead to unproductive arguments and how to navigate around them so you can work through your challenges without losing your cool or getting shut down. === Get the full show notes and links to the resources mentioned at  https://keeptalkingrevolutionpodcast.com/ep-88 More Resources fr...