Connecting Out Loud

In this interview with Andy Hickman from the Art of Workflow, we discuss an authentically Catholic and human way of organizing your mind, your life, and your work to live how God intended. 

Founders of The Alexander House and husband and wife team share their story of infidelity, dancing with divorce, and their powerful journey toward reconciliation. Listen as they share about what was integral to their healing process. I'll give you a hint... it's something every couple needs and would benefit from. You'll also hear about the wonderful work happening at The Alexander House. This is a must listen!...Learn more about The Alexander House ministry that is working to save marriages every day..If you're considering divorce, download this FREE e-book "Things to Consider Before Divorce" before calling it quits and learn if there is still hope for your relationship.

Bishop Stephen Parkes of the Diocese of Savannah shares how lay people can help to promote the faith. We particularly discuss couples' roles and the domestic church in helping not only their children but also their larger communities (including priests). We also discuss shared past moments and his vision for the Diocese of Savannah...Click here to learn more about the Diocese of Savannah...Download my free E-book "10 Ways to Strengthen Your Marriage" in order to enhance your own domestic church and strengthen the community around you. 

If you've ever been curious about the dynamic within a homeschool episode, this is for you! Amber shares about her experiences with her children and husband over the years and how homeschooling has provided a place where her children can develop not only educationally, but as human persons.....Learn more about Amber's work at The Heritage Mom Blog....For more information on parenting, watch this video I made on How to Have Meaningful Conversations with Your Kids.

Many people express concerns about medication and wonder if it's really necessary for them to maintain mental wellness. While this answer depends on many factors and can be different for each individual, there are still many things you can do to manage your symptoms without medication or in addition to medication. In this episode, you'll learn about 6 ways to do this and hopefully managing your depression symptoms more easily. ..Share this episode with anyone who you think is experiencing depression and may benefit from this information....Read more about depression on my blog: "Is Depression a Sin?"

It's true that the people closest to us can often push the right buttons to make us angry or frustrated. It can be hard to maintain your cool, especially in a heated conflict. In this episode, I'll be discussing ways you can handle your emotions during conflict so that your conversations are more productive......Download my free e-book "10 Ways to Strengthen Your Marriage" for more strategies to transform your relationship.

Recording artist and author, Amanda Vernon, shares her story of dating and discernment which ends in one of the most unexpected ways! This episode is a heartwarming story about God's love and is an encouragement to anyone who is dating and/or discerning their vocational calling......You can find Amanda on Instagram @amandavernonmusic 

Today you'll get 6 ways to create more meaning during conversations with your kids. These steps can be applied to children of any age! Try using just one for a week and watch the connections in your home deepen and grow... then tell me about how it went!.....If you're also looking for ways to have meaningful conversations with your spouse, check out episode 44  of the podcast, "How to Have Life Changing Conversations with Your Spouse"!

If you've ever been worried about the changes in your relationship, or wondered if those changes are for better (or worse), this episode is for you! You're going to want to listen as Regina shares ways to handle change and how to discuss it with your beloved. You'll also receive information about when it's time to call a therapist and make sure there isn't more happening beneath the surface.......Check out more content by starting a FREE trial on the Hallow App!...Information from this episode came from HitchedMag and How to Deal with Changes in Your Relationship.

If you've ever wondered, "Are men and women really different?" this is the episode for you. Dr. Sacasa provides neurobiological insight into the male and female brain. This insight is a key factor in finding ways to communicate more effectively with and understand the men in your life. We also discuss conflict and how symptoms of mental illness can present for the sexes. Men, prepare to feel affirmed in this episode! .....Follow us on Instagram @boydcounselingservices and on Facebook @ReginaBoydLMHC

Today we're discussing the 9 keys to building a strong, healthy relationship. If you were to think of your relationship as a house, what would it need to be sound? You'd want a solid foundation, good bones, and all of the latest updates. Using Dr. John Gottman's Sound Relationship House Theory, I describe the 9 areas that make a relationship thrive. Take a journey with me and reflect on these categories in your own relationship......Find the Sound Relationship House Image here! Just like we discussed in the episode!..Download my FREE E-book, "10 Ways to Strengthen Your Marriage" now.

I want to introduce you to one of the most important people in my life, my husband! What good is a podcast about relationships, if I don't share about my own!? You'll hear Daniel Boyd's reflections on what life is like being married to a therapist. He shares 5 things he's experienced throughout our marriage that he finds valuable to any relationship.  We discuss everything from parenting to communication. This episode was so fun to record and I can't wait to share it with you!.....For more ways to strengthen your relationship, download my FREE E-book: 10 Ways to Strengthen Your Marriage

This episode is close to my heart. Over the years, I've encountered many couples who sought divorce pre-maturely. Yes, there are people walking around who could have saved their marriage who are now divorced. Today, we discuss 5 things every person should do or consider BEFORE taking actionable steps toward divorce. Give your marriage a fighting chance and listen to this episode...,,,,Download this FREE E-book to read about even MORE things you can do before getting divorced: Important Things to Consider Before Divorce..To take matters into your own hands and transform your marriage. Experience the Discovering Deep Love, 5 week marriage course.  Click here to transform your relationship!

Do you desire to connect with your partner on a deeper level? Do connect in a new, fresh way? In this episode, you'll hear about the 2 foundational keys to a conversation that is fruitful and life changing. You also won't look at conflict the same way again......Feeling like you can't move the needle in your relationship? Check out this Free E-book: "10 Ways to Strengthen Your Marriage" to move that needle today.

You'll leave this episode with ways to recognize signs of trauma, how that plays out within relationship dynamics, and what to do about it. This is helpful whether you're in a committed romantic relationship or in relationship with friends!.....If you've wondered if trauma is impacting your relationships, contact me for a fitting call to discuss how I can help!

A sexual relationship is one of the most intimate parts of a couple's relationship and therefore should be treated with attentiveness. In this episode, we examine the emotional, physical, and mental aspects of sexual intimacy. You'll want to hear this because I share how you can discuss intimacy without it leading to awkwardness, hurt feelings, or distance.......For more ways to connect and enhance your sexual relationship, check out my Couples Love Adventure Challenge!

We are all familiar with the traditional wedding vows, "For richer and poorer... in sickness and health...". It's easy to look ahead at marriage as a future full of happiness that will avoid any significant trial or hardship. In this episode, Kasia Cuvilier shares about a crisis experienced in her marriage and how she and her husband managed. Surviving storms is part of the tough stuff of life. It's the tough stuff that can make the simple all the more sweet.....For more relationship inspiration, check out our latest resource for couples, the Catholic Couples Love Adventure Challenge!

You may be relieved knowing that a "normal" school year lies ahead, but it may not be as easy of a transition as you think. In this episode, I share strategies for going back to school after living through a 1.5 year long pandemic. These will be useful not only to your children, but to yourself.....Connect with me @boydcounselingservices (Instagram) and @ReginaBoydLMHC (Facebook).

Social media is a huge part of most of our daily lives. How is it affecting your mental health? We're breaking this down by age and discussing social media use and it's connection to depression and addiction......To learn more, check out this blog on Teen Mental Health.

This episode is all about what to do if you're in a relationship where one of you experiences mental illness or a mental health diagnosis. You will hear helpful pointers to keep you and your beloved close and on the same page.......Follow up on Instagram @boydcounselingservices!

In this summer series, I discuss terms therapists use that might not mean what you think they mean and how those terms can be helpful to you.....Don't forget to follow us @boydcounselingservices on Instagram and @ReginaBoydLMHC on Facebook!

What does it mean to be lonely? Is loneliness a sign of depression? More importantly, how do you get rid of it and STOP feeling lonely? This episode answers all of these questions and looks at loneliness from angles of friendships, singleness, and married life. You're going to want to listen to this because you will get tips on how to combat periods of loneliness in your life.....If you are enjoying the show, please leave a review!

Being in a relationship- whether romantic or familial- with someone with a personality disorder has its own unique challenges.  In this episode, I talk with Christine Hammond, LMHC about how to recognize the signs, what to do if you're in this situation, how to help your loved one and get the most of of your relationship. ....Read about Christine's practice here. You can also listen to her podcast "Understanding Today's Narcissist."

Special guest, Fr. Josh Johnson shares insights for engaged and married couples. You're going to want to hear Fr. Josh's "non-negotiables" for both marriage prep and married life. He even shares some of his favorite love songs!......Listen to the Ask Fr. Josh podcast..Check out the upcoming Marriage Retreat for Black Catholics!..Download our FREE E-book "10 Ways to Strengthen Your Marriage."

Today, Regina unpacks the 3 most common communication styles (plus a 4th bonus style!). In this episode, you'll learn how to recognize what your default communication style is and what that could mean for interacting and connecting in your relationships.

Today Regina shares ways that you can utilize the gift of gab in order to make your relationship even better and take your connection one step deeper. ......Learn more about the Gottman Card Decks app here...For more ways to have connecting conversations with your beloved, check out my video on "How to Have Life Changing Conversations with Your Spouse."

Former Marriage and Family Therapist for 30 years and current founder of the John Paul II Healing Center, Dr. Bob Schuchts shares about the inspiration behind his book, "Be Devoted: Restoring Friendship, Passion, and Communion in Your Marriage." Dr. Bob breaks down applying the 5 Key Areas of Unity in a relationship while drawing from his own professional and personal experience. You're not going to want to miss this episode! It is a must for any engaged or married person! 

Ever worry about how to go about having "The Talk" with your children? Or wonder when is the right time to have it? Here, I share age-appropriate ways to broach the birds and the bees so you can feel confident ripping the band aid off AND be the first to instill sexual values into your children....Find children's Theology of the Body resources here and here...Read more parenting blog posts on my website..............Some of the information in this episode was taken from Today's Parent.

If anyone has a good reason for being "too busy" to make time for their beloved, it's Justina. This mother to quadruplets certainly knows a thing or two about being creative when it comes to prioritizing her relationship. You're going to want to hear this episode because you're going to get tips on how to manage not only your family life, but also keep your relationship at the top of the list......To learn more ways about prioritizing your relationship, download my FREE e-book, "10 Ways to Strengthen Your Marriage." ..Don't forget to leave a review and share this podcast with a friend!

Vibrant and joyful speaker and teacher, Mari Pablo, shares her insights from her daily work and ministry with teens. Listen as we discuss everything from mental health, current challenges for our youth, and family life. You're going to want to hear this jam-packed episode because it's full of ways to connect with the young person in your life. You'll also get a fresh perspective into their inner worlds (with a few jokes and laughs thrown in!).

Regina shares about a topic close to her heart; the dynamics of living within an interracial relationship. Hear about experiences that are unique to interracial couples. You also receive ways you can be supportive to the multicultural couples in your own life (or receive support if you are in your own interracial relationship!)......Download my FREE E-Book 10 Ways to Strengthen Your Marriage for more relationship tips!...Don't forget to review and share this podcast with a friend!

Marcia shares how her journey of parenthood lead her to help raise 5 teen boys. You'll find invaluable parenting advice woven into an incredible story about love and resilience. This information will be helpful to any parent or adult who interacts with teens and pre-teens on a regular basis......Check out Marcia's podcast: Plaid Skirts and Basic Black..Find more parenting tips on our Facebook and Instagram pages and don't forget to share this podcast with a friend!

Ever wonder how to make life in a blended family run a bit more smoothly? In this episode, Regina shares ways you can navigate living in a blended family. We discuss everything from parenting to communicating effectively about your previous relationship(s) and everything in between. All towards the end of helping you connect out loud with the ones you love.......Join our private Facebook group for more fun!

Dr. Carleara Weiss, Ph.D., MS, RN, is a clinician-scientist, and founder of Dr. Weiss Sleep Education, a wellness platform to promote healthy sleep. She earned her Ph.D. from the State University of New York at Buffalo and is trained in Behavioral Sleep Medicine, Circadian Rhythms, and Geriatric Nursing. Listen in as Dr. Weiss and Regina discuss everything from good sleep hygiene, to hormones, to aging, and so much more!...Learn more about Dr. Weiss' work here!...Check out our resources for marriage and family life here!

We're talking about one key factor in making your marriage work. Building a culture of appreciation not only helps you live a satisfying relationship, it also keeps the detractors from a healthy relationship at bay. Listen in as I share how you can build a culture of appreciation and utilize it to your advantage in your relationship.For more ways to enhance your connection, download this free e-book, "10 Ways to Strengthen Your Marriage" here! https://reginaboyd.ck.page .....Some of the information in this episode can be found here on the Gottman Institute's Blog.

Ever wonder if you should be doing anything to support or encourage your children to consider a vocation to the priesthood or religious life? Do you hope that what you're doing is enough? Sr. Bethany, Director of Vocations for the Sisters of Life, shares what she has learned over the years as the Vocations Director about what families can do or already do well. This conversation will give you practical tips of how to approach this with your children and foster a family life that is spiritually fruitful. You'll also hear about the ministry of the Sisters of Life!...Learn more about our Mini Marriage Love Lab on Emotional Intimacy here.

What a treat to talk with Sister Josephine Garrett on this week's podcast! We discussed her pursuit of licensure as a therapist, the value of mental health, and how communities can renew Catholic family life. Parents, (and anyone who works in parish ministry) you won't want to miss this one!Join the Catholic Couples Love Adventure Challenge starting March 22nd! https://www.facebook.com/groups/415775456368433

Today we are going to talk to Rachel and Jason Bulman. A true power couple. They have opened their home to young people as a form of evangelization which they call the school of humanity. We discuss balancing ministry with the demands of family life and how married couples can harness the power within their relationship to impact their community.To join the Catholic Couples Love Adventure Challenge, click here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/415775456368433

Powerhouse couple Damon and Melanie Owens discuss the ebbs and flows of their own marriage and share what they learned over their 27 years. We speak about how they met, the ups and downs of NFP, balancing work and family life, how God has worked through their relationship, adoption, and much more (with a few good laughs thrown in as well)! Melanie & Damon are the founders of Joyful Ever After a marriage community and ministry. They are both highly sought after speakers and Damon has made regular appearances on EWTN, ABC, CBS, and Catholic Answers.  To learn more about Joyful Ever After, click here: https://www.joyfuleverafter.org/To join the Catholic Couples Love Adventure Challenge, go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/415775456368433

Ever wonder what kind of recommendations therapists make in the counseling room to their clients? I'm sharing 5 (plus a few more) books that I've recommended to clients and have found really helpful. I also throw in some of my personal favorites! These books will help you with communication, growing closer, sexual intimacy, and mental health....Check out the Catholic Couple's Love Adventure Challenge Facebook Group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/415775456368433

Ever wonder if your symptoms of depression or anxiety are signs that you're doing something wrong?... That something is lacking in your faith and trust in God? If so, you're going to want to listen to this conversation about depression, how to recognize it, and what to do about it. You'll also get tips on how to speak to a friend or family member who may be experiencing clinical symptoms of depression or anxiety AND you'll get ways to manage your anxiety or depression....Self Tests for Anxiety & Depression: https://depression.org.nz/is-it-depression-anxiety/self-test/.Catholic Couple's Love Adventure Challenge Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/415775456368433

Ever have moments where you feel like your relationship is one-sided? Do you notice times when one of you frequently sends invitations for sex while the other person declines those invitations? If you've ever been in this situation, you are going to want to listen to this episode. I'll discuss what the most common reasons are for this dynamic to sexual intimacy and what to do about it.To join the Couples Love Adventure Challenge mentioned in the episode, click here! https://www.facebook.com/groups/415775456368433

Nick and Mary-Grace Collins discuss the ups and downs of their marriage journey. Including how their military lifestyle impacted their marriage and family. They also share their experience taking the Discovering Deep Love Marriage Course! Listen to this down-to-earth couple who has been together for 19 years (married for 14) share how the course enhanced their already strong marital relationship.To learn more about the Discovering Deep Love course. Click here! https://boydcounselingservices.thinkific.com/courses/discovering-deep-love 

Ever wonder how you know if it's time for therapy? We're breaking down the signs to let you know if it's time for you or a loved one to make that call. We also discuss commonly asked questions in regards to seeking counseling and the spiritual implications of going to therapy.Check out the Catholic Couples Love Adventure Challenge group (mentioned in the episode) here! https://www.facebook.com/groups/415775456368433 

What should you do when a disagreement leads to shutting down, blow ups, or glazed-over looks? This is part 2 of our mini series on "What Makes Marriage Work" and it's all about self-soothing! You might be thinking, "I don't have time for self-soothing... next topic please." I'm here to tell you, you don't have time NOT to practice self-soothing! Your marriage truly depends on it. Listen to learn why it's so important and how to incorporate self-soothing into moments of tension and conflict so that you can communicate with your beloved better than before! Grab the FREE e-book mentioned in this episode - 10 Ways to Strengthen Your Marriage here: https://reginaboyd.ck.page 

We're talking about one key factor in making your marriage work. Taking responsibility for your mistakes not only helps you live a happy relationship, it also keeps the detractors from a healthy relationship at bay. Listen in as I share how you can increase taking responsibility and utilize it to your advantage in your relationship.As mentioned in the episode, if you feel like you're marriage is strained or you know someone who's relationship is struggling, download this free e-book here! https://reginaboyd.ck.page/effda20020  

How can a married couple grow in holiness together, not just independently? Fr. Timothy Gallagher, OMV shares how to apply the discernment of spirits from St. Ignatius to every day married life. He gives ways to help you integrate understanding of the spiritual life to your relationship. He and Regina discuss his book, "Discernment of Spirits in Marriage" and the inspiration behind it.Buy the book, here! https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/discernment-of-spirits-in-marriage Learn more about Fr. Gallagher and his work: https://www.frtimothygallagher.org/Follow Fr. Gallagher on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/frtimothygallagher 

How can you tell if your teen is feeling anxious? How can you help them when they are stressed? In this episode, I share some of the most common indicators of anxiety, plus how you can help the young people in your life manage stress in a healthy way. Want to watch the live video? Check it out on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/389395194593296/videos/256134662375797/Or on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CF0higQJ5A4/?hl=en 

Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Director of Behavior Health for Catholic Charities of Central Florida, Catherine Galda, shares how her family was impacted by the shooting at Sandy Hook elementary and what life has looked like since then.  She carried the burden of her own emotional response, while also still caring for her children and community. This is a story of hope, resilience, and recovery from tragedy. Catherine also has her own private practice.Learn more about Catherine Galda's work here: https://cflcc.org/behavioral-health-services/ 

Friendship is the foundation of any strong marital relationship. It's what every other aspect of a relationship grows out of. In this episode, you'll learn about the technique of Building a Love Map of your partner's inner world and how to use that map to keep your connecting strong.Purchase a Love Map Card Deck through the Gottman Institute here: https://www.gottman.com/product/love-map-cards-for-couples/Or you can use their free app for Card Decks here: https://www.gottman.com/couples/apps/ 

In this episode, we break down the purpose of marriage, why marriage matters, and what you can do as a couple to strengthen your marital mission. We've also got a holiday-themed Q&A segment on managing family conflict and tension. Don't miss this!