Diana Matuszak

The Peak and Pit

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Intending to relate, entertain, and maybe even inspire, Diana (and an occasional appearance by her husband) is here to brighten your Tuesdays. She's known him since age seven and has been in a relationship with him since age twenty-two. They joke that a military marriage should be measured in dog years, but really these two have learned a myriad of life lessons, full of peaks and pits, and Diana is here to share it with the world. Hearing from Diana every week on all things relationships, wellness, self-development, and all of the intricacies life brings with it. Inspired by life in the milita...

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Diana Matuszak

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Ta Ta For Now! 18.12.2025 22:44

A pack of coyotes, Christmas traditions, taking a full 180, and more with this year's final episode! Can't wait for you to listen! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai Latte or Cacao Latte Get 10% off on T he Marriage Journal with code DIANA10 Try my go-to multi-vitamin company. You can follow Diana...

Low Cost and Meaningful Christmas Gift ideas! 10.12.2025 37:30

It's the actual THOUGHT that counts, right? Let's get back to thoughtful gift giving! Here is a unique approach to gift giving for you, and bonus points they're all very low cost! If you're still looking for some physical gifts too, check out my LTK and ShopMy for more gift ideas! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" d...

Solo Q&A! 04.12.2025 47:46

We're chatting all things making it through pilot training, tips for a new milso, pregnancy, feeling like your life isn't yours, and so much more! Can't wait for you to listen! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai Latte or Cacao Latte Get 10% off on T he Marriage Journal with code DIANA10 Try my...

12 Things I'd Tell My Younger Milso Self 19.11.2025 37:49

I asked you guys what's one thing you'd tell your younger milso self? The responses were INCREDIBLE! Can't wait for you to listen! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai Latte or Cacao Latte Get 10% off on T he Marriage Journal with code DIANA10 Try my go-to multi-vitamin company. You can follow D...

9 Books Every Military Wife Needs To Read 12.11.2025 40:50

Winter is cozy season! It's time to grab a hot chai tea on the couch and curl up with one of these self-improvement, marriage, or finance books to help you be a stronger, more resilient military wife! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai Latte or Cacao Latte Get 10% off on T he Marriage Journal with code...

Daily Routines To Level Up 05.11.2025 48:04

We're talking baby shower, unmedicated birth, nursery paint, and more in the intro! Then we're diving in to ending the year on a positive note, as the best version of ourselves. I go into daily routines I currently have in place that have helped me "level up," and a few daily routines I'm working on to end the year on a positive note! Can't wait for you to listen! My...

Q&A Part 2! 29.10.2025 39:31

Best parenting advice we've received, what am I doing to be the best mom I can be before baby, what are we mot looking forward to having a girl, advice for combatting comparison, facetime long distance dates, motivation, daily creatine, Tricare, prenatals, and more! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai L...

Q&A Part 1: Is Being A Military Pilot A Family Friendly Lifestyle? 22.10.2025 45:29

Oh this one is JUICY. So we're breaking up this Q&A into two parts. Part two coming out next week! Can't wait to hear what you think! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai Latte or Cacao Latte Get 10% off on T he Marriage Journal with code DIANA10 Try my go-to multi-vitamin company. You can follow...

Fall Bucket List 08.10.2025 39:34

What's better than an October fall bucket list? Nothin! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai Latte or Cacao Latte Get 10% off on T he Marriage Journal with code DIANA10 Try my go-to multi-vitamin company. You can follow Diana over at @dianamatuszak_ on Instagram and Tik Tok at @dianamatuszak_ Follow the po...

My Secret To Enjoying Life As A Military Wife 01.10.2025 45:03

All the life updates and one of Diana's secrets to enjoying life as a military wife!! Aka, Life's Little Luxuries. Can't wait to hear what you think! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai Latte or Cacao Latte Get 10% off on T he Marriage Journal with code DIANA10 Try my go-to multi-vitamin company...

Staying Grounded In An Unpredictable Life 24.09.2025 57:09

Leaving your job to follow your husband's, moving with short notice, leaving friends and family....so many things create chaos for us in this life! Here is how to stay grounded amidst it all. My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai Latte or Cacao Latte Get 10% off on T he Marriage Journal with code DIANA10 T...

Romanticize Your wardrobe And Dress For The Life You Want 17.09.2025 37:00

Life updates, we're having a GIRL! A weekend at the farm, DWTS, Love Thy Nadar and more! Then we're getting deep about what's not that deep. It's actually not about the clothes, even if they are so fun to put together! How to dress for the real you, why you need to, and tips to get started! Can't wait to hear what you think! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes...

WE'RE HAVIN' A BABY!!! 10.09.2025 1:00:42

She's preganante my friends! Boy or girl, first trimester, vanishing twins, what are we most excited for, IUI, mananging the TTC time and so much more! Can't wait for you to listen! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai Latte or Cacao Latte Get 10% off on T he Marriage Journal with code DIANA10 Try my...

Mini Q&A and Catch Up: Making New Friends, Deployment Strategies, Military Wedding Planning, and More! 03.09.2025 49:57

We're doing a little end of summer catch up! The big news on instagram, trip to Hawaii, September is here and more! Then we get into a little mini Q&A! P.S. if you don't have your question answered on this episode it will likely be its own episode soon! Can't wait for you to listen! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy"...

Make Love Cool Again: The Weekly Ritual You Need To Try 13.08.2025 45:28

We're making love cool again one step at a time. Everyone says "you need to have good communication." Okay, great, how do you do that? Here's HOW. Plus, getting ready for a vacation, being a bad dog mom, and does ofc mean what we all think it means? My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai Latt...

Thoughts On Viral "Being A Military Spouse Isn't Hard" ..? + Summer Updates 06.08.2025 47:08

We're back!! With a whole lot of summer updates and a little trip recap. ALSO, have you seen the video going viral about "being a military spouse isn't hard?" I've got a few thoughts to share with you. Spoiler alert...it is hard. But I've got my glass half full twist on it for you and the tools and support to help you enjoy this life too. Can't wait to hear what...

Bis Sis Advice For A Military Wife 02.07.2025 41:39

We're going back to the basics today! Covering every piece of advice I've been given over the years that has proven true, things I've learned along the way, and your best advice too! Can't wait for you to listen! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai Latte or Cacao Latte Get 10% off on T he...

Embracing Summer Fun!!!! 25.06.2025 34:04

Do you ever feel guilty taking time to do fun things during the week? Or even just taking time to do something relaxing when your brain is saying "we could be doing the dishes?" This episode is for you! Summer is the season for spontaneity, fun, and leisure. So let's indulge! Everything I'm wanting to do, how I'm making it happen, and special things you're doing to ma...

Solo Q&A! 11.06.2025 48:29

We're talking wedding planning, tips for anxiety, leaving a career, capsule closet wardrobes and so much more! Can't wait for you to listen! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai Latte or Cacao Latte Get 10% off on T he Marriage Journal with code DIANA10 Try my go-to multi-vitamin company. You can fol...

It's Time For A Summer Bucket List 04.06.2025 41:54

We're talking all things nostalgic summer today. Im not making your average summer checklist of items to do this summer, but moreso activities and items I'd like to do to create a nostalgic feeling summer! Can't wait for you to listen! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai Latte or Cacao Latte Ge...

The Essential Toolbox For a Military Wife 28.05.2025 46:47

If you're looking for an optimistic view on your military life, a good community, and healthy perspective, this episode is for you! Can't wait to hear what you think! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai Latte or Cacao Latte Get 10% off on T he Marriage Journal with code DIANA10 Try my go-to multi-vi...

Q&A With Hubs: Long Distance, What We Wish We Knew, And More 21.05.2025 47:48

A continuation of our last Q&A with the husband's perspective! Can't wait for you to listen! We talk all about relationships during UPT, long distance, what we wish we knew, and more. My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai Latte or Cacao Latte Get 10% off on T he Marriage Journal with code DIANA10...

10 Tips To Make You Instantly Happier 14.05.2025 34:22

We're getting back to basics today my friends. Maybe you're living life solo right now, maybe you're simply in a funk, in the depths of a PCS...this episode is for you! 10 easy things (that don't rely on other people) you can do right now for a little serotonin boost! Can't wait to hear what you think! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nig...

Solo Q&A! 07.05.2025 50:03

Today we're chatting about how Diana really put her marriage to the test with a half bathroom, a topic that's been on her mind about friendships, not being made for the desert, and lastly a full Q&A! Can't wait for you to listen! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime "sleepy" drink by Four Sigmatic: Chai Latte or Cacao Latte Get...

Cutting Coffee, Tik Tok Is Scary, And An Updated Reading List You Need 30.04.2025 42:43

We're talking non-fiction today friends. These books will TRULY change your entire perspective. They've shaped my outlook on life and helped me create an optimistic point of view, especially in military life. We're also talking about tik tok comment sections, saying goodbye to coffee, and so much more! My Amazon Storefront : books, skincare, clothes, wellness supps My nighttime &qu...