The Love Leading Podcast

Today’s topic: how life’s distractions take a toll on your relationships. Dr. Shanon is joined by Pastor Greg Froelich where they deep dive into today’s topic: how life’s distractions take a toll on your relationships. In today’s go-go-go life, its hard to take a step back and appreciate all of the blessings in your life. It is easy to get swept away with the stressors of work, planning for the fu...

Today, Dr. Shanon is joined by Pastor Greg Froelich, founder of The Difference Church. Together, they discuss his relationship with his wife of 27 years, his journey in his faith and ministry, and the leaps of faith they have taken when called to do so. His journey of starting a mobile Church began in March of 2019 when he began to seek a deeper relationship with Jesus. Pastor Greg’s story is a te...

In today's episode, Dr. Shanon introduces a new series: New Year, New Us. In the episode, she emphasizes the importance of setting intentions, not just resolutions, in order to make progress in the new year both personally, professionally and in your relationships. To celebrate the New Year, Dr. Shanon is offering her listeners a free marriage assessment, found linked in the description. In the we...

In this Love Leading podcast episode, D. Shanon introduces a couple, Ryan and Avril, who have experienced significant transformation in their relationship. Ryan and Avril share their journey of overcoming communication challenges and a rigid interaction cycle in their marriage. They emphasize the importance of breaking old patterns and building healthier communication habits. The couple's openness...

In today's episode, Dr. Shanon dives into the art of healthy couples fighting. She emphasizes that it's not the act of arguing that's problematic, but rather how couples engage in conflict. Dr. Shanon draws from Dr. John Gottman's research on the four destructive behaviors, known as the "four horsemen of the apocalypse," which predict relationship erosion. These behaviors include defensiveness, cr...

Today, we welcome Brenda Kocher, a well-rounded professional with a background in physical therapy, Pilates instruction, trauma practice, and volunteer work. Dr. Shanon and Brenda discuss the upcoming Heal Conference in the Tampa Bay area, which combines holistic practices like Christ-centered yoga, breathwork, meditation, and solid biblical principles to address mental, emotional, and spiritual w...

In this episode of the Love Learning Podcast, Dr. Roberts discusses how our early attachment experiences with primary caregivers shape our emotional responses and attachment patterns in adult romantic relationships. She emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and secure emotional environment within couples, where partners can vulnerably express their core beliefs and emotional needs without f...

In this week's episode of The Love Leading Podcast, we delve into a crucial aspect of building and maintaining healthy relationships: how couples can navigate the storms together and emerge stronger. Dr. Shanon emphasizes the importance of becoming each other's teammates and friends during challenging times. Instead of turning against one another when external stressors threaten to overwhelm, heal...

Today's episode is extra special because we're giving back to our amazing community. If you're a couple looking to enhance your relationship, don't miss our free webinar this Sunday night, where I'll provide an overview of my Intimacy for Life method from my new book. It's packed with practical steps, biblical insights, and scientific support. Pastors, ministry leaders, and priests, we haven't for...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Shanon delves deep into the concept of marital intensives and how they can transform troubled relationships. Drawing from her 30+ years of experience as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, she explains how traditional weekly counseling sessions may not be the most effective approach for all couples. Dr. Shanon introduces the idea of intensive counseling, where co...

In the latest episode of the Love Leading Podcast with Dr. Shanon, we dive into the transformative journey of Josh and Danielle, a couple who initially met as high school sweethearts, parted ways during college, and then reunited as adults. When they approached Dr. Shanon around their first anniversary, their relationship was on rocky ground, marked by constant conflicts and a sense of hopelessnes...

Get ready to dive deep into the world of intimate connections and thriving marriages. In this episode, we explore my new book, “Naked and Exposed: Learning to Love Well Using the Intimacy for Life Method in Your Marriage”. In my book, we learn the intersection of cutting-edge neuroscience and timeless biblical wisdom to help you build and maintain a fulfilling, loving relationship with your partne...

This week, we're delving into a significant theme: the art of apology. In a world where saying 'I'm sorry' isn't always easy, we navigate the challenges of expressing remorse, acknowledging cultural influences, and understanding the dynamics of repair. I share personal insights and steps for genuine reconciliation, emphasizing ownership, authenticity, and the importance of allowing space for under...

So what even is my book about? On this week's episode of The Love Leading Podcast, I share with you about my new book "Naked and Exposed"! This has been a true labor of love, and I can't wait to have this book in your hands this September! Listen now and find out how you can learn to find intimacy for life in your marriage. Listen to wherever you get your podcasts! Learn more about Dr. Shanon Book...

Healthy couples brag on each other in front of each other to other people. We need to prioritize lifting up and highlighting the good in our partner to others. Couples that really find relationship satisfaction believe that their partners genuinely love and respect them and can overhear them praising and complimenting them to the people around. Let’s learn more about how we can brag on our partner...

Healthy couples play well together, and they are able to shift from the copartner/coparenting/cohousehold manager to close it up for a time and experience each other in a different way. They are lighthearted, playful, and use their leisure partnership moment to enjoy their time together. They plan adventures, recreation, activities, or impromptu of something different they’re ever tried. They have...

Emma and Chad met when they were 17 and 18, got married when they were 22 and 23, and celebrated 20 years of marriage with three kids. When they came to me, they were completely broken. They were living apart, still legally married, but not living together. During year 7 of their marriage, all of the things they never worked through came to the surface, and instead of working on it, they ended up...

Today, we are joined by Mike and LeAnne Ash! We discuss their love story, what life looks like in ministry together, an upcoming marriage conference, and how to be wholly healthy in mind, body, and spirit! Enjoy this week's episode! Learn more about LeAnne’s program Follow LeAnne on Instagram Learn more about Grace Family Church’s Marriage Conference Learn more about Dr. Shanon Book a free consult...

If you missed my free livenar yesterday, you can still listen here! This is an amazing free resource to help you learn to find intimacy for life! Listen and let me know what you think! Learn more about Dr. Shanon QR Code Link Book a free consultation Learn about my book “ Naked and Exposed ” coming soon Follow Dr. Shanon on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn

Are you looking to find intimacy for life? Receive the tips and encouragement on the necessary steps to create longevity in connection, deepened relationship satisfaction, and the ultimate relationship we are hardwired for, becoming not only the best version of yourself but a reflection of what God has designed for marriage. Learn more about Dr. Shanon Book a free consultation Learn about my book...

When you have two people leaning in, they prop each other up. We’re not nearly as strong when we stand solo, but when we have another person who is our prop point, we become more stable. Let’s talk more about how healthy couples lean in! Learn more about Dr. Shanon Book a free consultation Learn about my book “ Naked and Exposed ” coming soon Follow Dr. Shanon on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedI...

Couples that are able to say “yes, the “Us” is uniquely separate from the family that we created” are healthy! It’s hard to get caught up on our families, but the “us” needs date nights weekly, quarterly retreats, and annual vacations. Healthy “Us” couples look forward to pulling away and being “Us” the way it all began! The bookends of like start with the “Us” and end with the “Us!” Learn more ab...

Healthy couples use one another as their soft place to land. They do this in three ways: they reach for, provide for, and they receive comfort from one another. Enjoy this week’s tip! Learn more about Dr. Shanon Book a free consultation Learn about my book “ Naked and Exposed ” coming soon Follow Dr. Shanon on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn

We are continuing on in our series of learning about what healthy couples do. Healthy couples have bookends and checkpoints though the day - a starting point of going out and an end point of coming in, with checkpoints throughout the day. The thought of them stays with you throughout the day, and you do something throughout the day that you’re having a thought of them as you carry yourself through...

In today’s episode, we’re going to consider how to not make the biggest mistake while trying to restore your most important relationship: how to choose the right marriage counselor. I’m going to give you six things to help you find the right one. Let’s dive in! Learn more about Dr. Shanon Book a free consultation Learn about my book “Naked and Exposed” coming soon Follow Dr. Shanon on Facebook , I...