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

Most people don't fall into their dream home on the very first try. And most relationships take effort and intention to smooth out the rough spots and build a solid foundation of trust and affection. Sharon shares 3 lessons she learned when choosing and remodeling a home that illustrates how a "dream relationship" really comes about. Decide what you want and what you can't live without (your "non-...

Sherry was a stay-at-home mom to 5 kids for over 20 years when she returned to full-time work. She shares some of the significant turning points in her relationship with her spouse and her relationship with herself as she learned to hear her inner voice, trust her personal authority, confront social norms, and create an equal partnership. Sherry credits her transformation to understanding and advo...

A special guest this week! Sharon and Mario talk about their marriage history and what they had to work through to create a "got your back" kind of partnership.  Get the full shownotes and links to resources mentioned at https://keeptalkingrevolutionpodcast.com/ep-11

When it seems like your partner is making all the important decisions for your relationship. You don't have the freedom you need to spend time on rest and leisure activities. And if you disagree on a financial decision, he gets the final say. What can you do? You can try and convince him that he is wrong and he needs to give you more power and autonomy, or you can shift your relationship from a pe...

Things can get better in your relationship when you learn and practice these three keys for managing defensiveness: 1 - Your thoughts, feelings, and needs are valid. 2 - His perspective is valid, even when you don't agree. 3 - You can find a win/win path forward. Get the full shownotes and links to resources mentioned at https://keeptalkingrevolutionpodcast.com/ep-09

Sharon talks with her childhood friend, Amanda Belshe, about marrying young, having a family, divorcing, and then remarrying a year later. We talk about Amanda's mental health struggles, learning to take care of herself, and then reuniting her family. Get the full shownotes and links to resources mentioned at https://keeptalkingrevolutionpodcast.com/ep-08 https://keeptalkingrevolutionpodcast.com/e...

Sharon shares 3 ways that you can stop having the same argument over and over again. 1 - Define the pattern 2 - Remove barriers 3 - Envision a different future Get the full shownotes and links to resources mentioned at https://keeptalkingrevolutionpodcast.com/ep-07

A conversation with Sharlee Glenn and Emily Taylor, members of the organization Mormon Women for Ethical Government (MWEG). They share how the organization started, how they created their foundational principles and guidelines, and what you can do to be a proactive creator of peace in your home, community, and government. Get the full shownotes and links to resources mentioned at https://keeptalki...

Sharon Talks with Erin Nielsen, a conflict resolution expert about new approaches to navigating political differences. Erin shares her views and expertise on: How people arrive at such different views. What to do instead of framing our differences from the lens of hero/villain. Why compromise doesn't work in politics and what can be done instead. Choosing curiosity over criticism. Get the full sho...

Kara shares her perspective on overcoming her anger, being a force for change, inviting others to share their story, and creating collaborative solutions. Get the full shownotes and links to resources mentioned at https://keeptalkingrevolutionpodcast.com/ep-04

What do you do when you're tired of having the same conversation over and over again, but you really need things to change? Sharon shares 3 tips to get past these dead-end conversations and start having more productive, collaborative discussions. Get the full shownotes and links to resources mentioned at https://keeptalkingrevolutionpodcast.com/ep-02

Sharon tells her story of learning to communicate more effectively with her husband. Get the full shownotes and links to resources mentioned at https://keeptalkingrevolutionpodcast.com/ep-01

What can I do when I don't get the response I want from my husband? A laser coaching session with Hanna where we get to the heart of her resistance to making suggestions or requests and asking for support. Get the full shownotes and links to resources mentioned at https://keeptalkingrevolutionpodcast.com/ep-03