Abundant Couples

We break down the 3 biggest mistakes that get in the way of creating the life you want.If you feel overwhelmed by the "how", stressed by details, or you feel like the things you are working toward are always just out of reach, then you might be making one of these mistakes.Remove these mistakes to level up manifesting the life you want.Let us know what you thought of this episode! Leave us a rating and review, and share with your friends.Connect with us on Instagram or Facebook:Instagram: @abundantcouplesAbundant Couples on FacebookHave a question that you'd like us to cover on the podcast? Send us a message or email hello@abundantcouples.com.

It's not much fun to have an idea that you were excited about get shut down by your partner. In this episode, we talk about 3 concepts that will help you have fun and collaborative conversations about your future, so that you don't feel like you need to convince or debate, but instead you co-create (in a way that feels great!).Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantcouples/**We want your feedback!** What do you want to hear more of? Less of? Do you have any relationship questions you'd like us to answer? Message us on Instagram or send us an email: hello@abundantcouples.com

What happens when we think our partner should be some way other than how they are in this moment? What happens when we have judgements or blame?In this episode we explore what I call the “ick cycle” - how to recognize it, and how to break free from it and return to love.An important skill of a great relationship is being able to recognize these cycles, and to interrupt them as soon as possible to return to love.We spend some time talking about what unconditional love means at the beginning, but then we get into the stages of the ick cycle, and what the practical steps are to get out of it, and we share 2 personal stories to illustrate the process in action.For more, check out our podcast episode on Byron Katie's The Work (episode #11 - Stop believing your thoughts).✨ Follow us on Instagram

What has been the most impactful thing in our relationship? What helps us keep thriving long-term? In this episode we tell you the story of how Daily Intimacy transformed our relationship. We'll tell you what our sex life was like before starting daily intimacy, how we got started, and what the experience has been like.You'll hear about all of the benefits that come along with a daily intimacy practice, and how to deal with resistance and challenges that come up.We also share our 7 Tips for cultivating a daily intimacy practice.You don't know what you don't know… imagine what might be possible in your relationship and your life when you tap into the true power of your intimacy!Learn more about the Conscious Intimacy Program.

Matt + Cass are back in action on the podcast! In this episode we give a brief update about what's been going on in our lives, and then we dive into a conversation on abundance.Some of the topics we cover include:Unconscious thought patternsHow to change your habitual thinkingHow to work with the resistance that gets in the way of what you desireUsing your confirmation bias and RAS to align yourself with abundanceTapping into nature's innate flow of abundance, giving, and receivingBeing of service in a sustainable way (avoiding burnout)How to get out of the “one day fallacy”How to feel more gratitudeStep-by-step process for becoming more abundantWhy celebration helps you move forwardResources:Meditations:https://www.abundantcouples.com/meditationsBook: Abundance by Deepak ChopraLove!

Robert Riopel is an international trainer, author, and entrepreneur. In this conversation Robert combines his expertise with personal stories as he teaches the principles of creating wealth and a life that you love.Some of the topics we cover in this episode:knowledge vs. actionthe power of taking responsibilitythe biggest difference between those who are successful and those who are notlessons learned in 30+ years of working with his wifequestions to ask to turn on your creativitythe 3, 2, 1, Rich formulaimportance of having coaches and mentorsthe habit of being yourselfConnect with Robert:www.robertriopel.com - Free book download!Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples  or email us at hello@abundantcouples.com, and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast. We appreciate your feedback!

In this interview with Dr Abby Medcalf, we cover a lot of ground! Here are just a few of the topics we discuss:- The number one reason relationships fail- The danger of keeping score/competition- How to keep your relationship fresh- Embracing change- Overcoming fear- Managing resources (time + money + energy) in a relationship- How The R.A.S. and the subconscious mind impact your relationship- The power of intention setting- What to do when doubt creeps in- Attachment styles: secure & insecure (anxious + avoidant)- Unconditional acceptance - embracing all parts of your partnerWe had an excellent conversation and Abby is lots of fun to learn from.To learn more and connect with Abby, visit her website: https://abbymedcalf.com/And check out her podcast, Relationships Made Easy.Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples  or email us at hello@abundantcouples.com, and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast. We appreciate your feedback!

What a great conversation with Sarah Yudkin from You Love and You Learn. Sarah is a Relationship Anxiety Coach, and in this episode we discuss what relationship anxiety is and how to overcome it. We cover the power of decision, self-care, how to balance the desire for growth with gratitude for the relationship as it is now, how to know what relationship advice to listen to, and a whole lot more.Books Mentioned:101 Things I Wish I Knew When I Got Married - Linda & Charlie BloomMindset - Carol DweckConnect with Sarah:https://www.instagram.com/youloveandyoulearn/https://www.youloveandyoulearn.com/Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples or email us at hello@abundantcouples.com, and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast. We appreciate your feedback!

If you're curious about getting into investing, or you want to optimize your existing portfolio, then this one's for you! In this episode we get more into the nitty gritty of finance. Matt gives us the pros and cons of different asset classes, and a breakdown of our own portfolio and asset allocation. We talk about real estate investing, cryptocurrency, stocks, commodities, and how to think about designing your own ideal portfolio.Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples  or email us at hello@abundantcouples.com, and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast!

In this interview with psychiatrist Dr. Christian Heim we cover the 7 Love Types and how you can apply them in your relationship. We also discuss self-love and unconditional love, arguments, navigating our childhood templates, and a whole lot more!Connect With Dr. Heim:WebsiteYouTubeInstagramThe 7 Love Types BookConnect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples or email us at hello@abundantcouples.com, and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast!

Susan Bratton is “the intimacy expert to millions”, and in this interview is a juicy one!  She tells us how to become sexual soulmates, with the 6 Essentials for Connected Sex and the Sexual Soulmate Pact.  We cover polarity, masculine/feminine dynamics, the power of presence, transcendent sexual experiences, and a whole lot more! She also gives us the anatomy lesson you didn't get in school. Connect with Susan:Blogs and courses:https://personallifemedia.com/Videos and techniques:https://betterlover.com/Instagram:@susanbrattonResources mentioned in the show:https://sexualsoulmatesbook.com/https://sexualsoulmatepact.com/https://dirtytalkbook.com/https://reviveherdrive.com/Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples  or email us at hello@abundantcouples.com, and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast!

What is Financial Independence, and how do we actually achieve it? In this episode we cover the 5 factors of Financial Independence and how you can use them to take control of your financial future. Plus, what is the ONE biggest lever you can pull to get closer to financial freedom starting today? Working toward your financial independence as a couple is a powerful creative process. Have fun with it!Suggested Books:Secrets of the Millionaire Mind - T. Harv EkerTotal Money Makeover - Dave RamseyEarly Retirement Extreme - Jacob Lund FiskerConnect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples or email us at hello@abundantcouples.com, and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast!

Even if your sex life is great right now, having an open channel of communication is key to clearing up anything that comes up, and alchemizing it for your growth. The ideas we talk about in this episode can be applied to conversations about other areas of your relationship, but we find that sex is such a fruitful arena for each person's growth, and a great barometer for how things are going in the relationship. Get clear on unspoken expectations, recognize your patterns, get on the same team, discover what's working and what needs work, and share your desires - all in a safe space of love.**GUIDED CONVERSATION begins at 26:58Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples or email us at hello@abundantcouples.com, and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast!

We're sharing our 5 Ingredients for Sweet Spot Sex. In this episode, we talk about what Sweet Spot Sex is, the main obstacles that get in the way of experiencing it, and how to overcome them. We also talk about approaching sex as a sacred practice. We hope this episode will get you thinking about sex in a different way, so that you too can experience the benefits of Sweet Spot Sex.Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples  or email us at hello@abundantcouples.com, and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast!

In moments of communication breakdown, the MASTER framework helps you to make a U-turn, and use the conflict as an opportunity to grow stronger and closer as a couple. In this episode, we break down the steps of the MASTER framework so that you can have this tool ready at hand when you need it.Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples  or email us at hello@abundantcouples.com, and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast!

Money can either be an area of friction in your relationship, or an area of empowerment and co-creativity. In this episode we encourage you to discover your money blueprint, and question your beliefs about money. We also discuss how we've managed to travel abroad about 6 months of every year, and how to align your finances with your vision and values.Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples , and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast! Resources:Bob Proctor - Money AffirmationSecrets of the Millionaire Mind - T. Harv Eker

Cassidy guides you through the RAIN process from Tara Brach. For a conversation about RAIN - what it is, the benefits, and a breakdown of the steps, listen to the previous episode (#11 - Dissolving Suffering and Loving Yourself).

This episode is a continuation of the last 2 episodes, where we continue to explore how we can unravel the things that get in the way of experiencing love. Cassidy introduces the RAIN process from Tara Brach, which is a way of holding our experience with mindfulness and compassion, allowing it to move through us and dissolve. The episode includes a breakdown of the RAIN process with an example, as well as an 8 minute reflection at the end. Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples , and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast!  Books:Radical Compassion - Tara BrachToward a Psychology of Awakening - John Welwood Music:"Concentration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode Cassidy introduces a powerful process that helps us to unravel the beliefs that get in the way of experiencing more love and peace of mind. It's Byron Katie's process, The Work, where we ask 4 questions and turn the thoughts around to be free from them. This is an excellent tool to help bring new perspective to our thinking, whether it's a slight annoyance or a more pervasive limiting belief.Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples , and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast! Books:Loving What Is - Byron KatieI Need Your Love - Is That True? - Byron KatieToward a Psychology of Awakening - John Welwood

We all share the desire to experience love. How do we live in a state of love more of the time? How can we use our relationship to access that love and chip away at what gets in the way? Whether you are in a relationship or preparing for one, love starts with you. In this episode we discuss how to access that love, and what gets in the way. We talk about our unconscious programming and how it creates disconnect, and how we can use our awareness to live more in harmony with our true selves. Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples , and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast!Books mentioned in this episode:Conscious Loving - Gay & Kathlyn HendrixThe Tools - Phil Stutz & Berry MichelsMan's Search For Meaning - Viktor Frankl

In this episode Cassidy is interviewed by her good friend Olga Davidson, host of the Awakening Podcast with Olga Davidson. We cover a wide range of topics including: moments of awakening, financial abundance, types of orgasms and the spiritual nature of the cervical orgasm, travel and living the nomad life, relationship tips, growth mindset and more.Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples , and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast!

The decisions we make ultimately shape the course of our lives. In this episode we explore the different approaches to decision making, including the more intuitive and the more logical approaches. We discuss tools in each of these categories to help you make decisions, from the big life decisions to the smaller day to day choices. We also discuss how to effectively make decisions together as a couple, using each of your strengths and enjoying the process.Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples , and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast!

The more energy we have individually, the more of ourselves we have to give to the relationship. In this episode we talk about the fundamentals of health - eating, moving and sleeping. We discuss the small changes that can be made for the biggest increase in energy, and help you get clear on your #1 start and stop.Books:Eat Move Sleep - Tom RathWhy We Sleep - Matthew WalkerMove Your DNA - Katy BowmanDon't Just Sit There - Katy BowmanThe Joy Of Movement - Kelly McGonigalNo Sweat - Michelle SegarSpark - John RateyFood Rules - Michael PollanThe Case Against Sugar - Gary TaubesConnect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples , and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast!

What are masculine and feminine energies? How can you become aware of how you are using them and use them to create more flow and attraction in your relationship, and more harmony in your life? When do you want to turn on the polarity, and when is neutrality better? In this episode, we explore masculine and feminine energy and how to use them to increase attraction, work well together, and create more harmony in your relationship.Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples , and let us know if there is anything you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast!

Does your schedule reflect the life you are creating? Are the important things in your life accounted for? In this episode we explore how scheduling can lead to freedom, and how to make the most of the 24 hours we all have. We explore the difference between time management, energy management and identity management, and how it all relates to your relationship.Connect with us on instagram! @abundantcouplesJoin the 30 Day Intimacy ChallengeCheck out Optimize https://www.optimize.me/ref/casslogs/Books: Deep Work by Cal Newport4 Hour Work Week by Tim FerrissPlanner: Brendon Burchard's High Performance PlannerMeditations:Joe Dispenza: https://youtu.be/9h4GiblYrPkBob Procter: https://youtu.be/lssNBHXz4VwVishen Lakhiani: https://youtu.be/oeQfRtiY-ZM

We all give and receive love in different ways. In this episode we dive into Gary Chapman's framework of the 5 Love Languages, which has been impactful in our own relationship. We talk about how to express your love to your partner in a way that they can best receive it, and we tell our own story about what can happen when you and your partner are speaking different Love Languages.

In this episode we're doing our part to break the taboo around talking about sex. We talk about how we've all picked up unconscious beliefs about sex, and how to question them. We address the common question: how important is sex in a relationship? and talk about the huge, magical potential of sex beyond just the physical. We discuss the importance of approaching sex as a practice rather than a performance, and give some tips for how to do that. Also, we dive into how daily intimacy transformed our relationship, and invite you to take our 30 day intimacy challenge: www.abundantcouples.com/30daychallengeConnect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples - give us your feedback, and let us know what you'd like to hear more of on the podcast!

In this episode, we dive into our process of lifestyle design. How do we, as individuals and as a couple, create the life of our dreams? We talk about our own journey as young entrepreneurs, how we got started in real estate investing at age 21, how to align your visions as a couple, and why we don't believe in compromise. We also talk about the process we use on a continuous basis to create a life that we LOVE, and give you an exercise that you can do on your own or with your partner to help bring your dream life into reality more today. And, we get a little silly… because life's more fun when you can laugh at yourself!Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples and let us know what you'd like to hear more of on the podcast!

In the very first episode we discuss what we believe is the MOST IMPORTANT thing for a thriving relationship. We share the 4 keys of growth and how to share your internal process with your partner. We also walk you through an exercise for create the next best version of your relationship, or manifesting your ideal relationship if you are currently single. Also, what do you do if your partner isn't on board with personal growth?Connect with us on Instagram @abundantcouples, and reach out to us if there is something you'd like us to cover on the podcast!