Podcasts about premarital counseling

In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Veronica Silghigian, Chief Dog Lover at Pawfect For You, the premier wedding day pet care company! Veronica is here to answer all your burning questions about incorporating your furry best friend into your wedding day. From navigating venue restrictions to ensuring your pup is photo-ready, Veronica shares invaluable tips to help your dog's role in your big day go off without a hitch. She'll also dive into the logistics of pet-friendly weddings, from hiring professional pet sitters to preparing your dog for the sensory overload of a wedding environment. Plus, Veronica shares heartwarming stories and expert advice on how to make your pup a part of your day—whether as a ring bearer, flower pup, or even just a quiet companion. And don't miss our Premarital Counseling segment, where we help a listener find creative ways to involve their beloved Corgi in their indoor, pet-free venue wedding. Episode Highlights: Introduction to The Pre Nup and Veronica's expertise in pet-friendly weddings How to assess if your dog is ready for the wedding day spotlight Creative ways to include your dog even in venues with pet restrictions Premarital Counseling: Solutions for incorporating a Corgi into a pet-free venue wedding The Afterparty: Fun wedding questions, from favorite dance floor hits to signature cocktails We love hearing from you! Feel free to reach out to us at podcasts@lovestoriestv.com with your feedback or suggestions for the next episode.

In this episode, we're honored to welcome the incredibly talented Susie Saltzman, one of the most sought-after jewelry designers in the industry! Susie joins us to break down everything you need to know about wedding jewelry—from understanding the 4Cs to selecting the perfect engagement ring and wedding band. Whether you're dreaming of a bold custom piece or wondering about the pros and cons of lab-grown diamonds, Susie has all the answers. She'll also dive into the design process, sharing insider tips on how to incorporate heirloom stones, balance style and practicality, and create a piece that's truly timeless yet uniquely yours. Plus, Susie gives us a sneak peek at her stunning new collection, Levitate, which features bold, statement-making designs that are sure to turn heads. And don't miss our “Premarital Counseling” segment, where we help a listener navigate a tricky situation involving a sentimental heirloom engagement ring that might not match her dream style. Episode Highlights: Introduction to The Pre Nup and Susie Saltzman's expertise in custom jewelry design Breaking down the 4Cs and how to prioritize them based on your style and budget Lab-grown vs. natural diamonds: The pros, cons, and myths debunked Premarital Counseling: How to handle an heirloom engagement ring that isn't quite your style The Afterparty: Fun wedding questions, from honeymoon hotspots to celebrity ring trends We love hearing from you! Feel free to reach out to us at podcasts@lovestoriestv.com with your feedback or suggestions for the next episode.

In this episode, I'm thrilled to sit down with Ilana Dunn, host of the wildly popular podcast Seeing Other People and now a newlywed herself! Ilana joins us to share her wedding planning experience—from selecting a meaningful venue close to home to making bold choices like forgoing a bachelorette party and wedding party. We dive into why these decisions made her big day so special and how she personalized every detail, from signature cocktails to sentimental keepsakes. Ilana also offers valuable advice on navigating guest list challenges, staying sane without a planner, and finding ways to keep dating your spouse after the wedding day. We'll talk about how she and her husband continue to prioritize romance, even with busy lives, and why it's important to keep the spark alive as newlyweds. And don't miss our “Premarital Counseling” segment, where we help a listener navigate the tricky decision of inviting their fiancé's cousin's partner—a former high school bully! Episode Highlights: Introduction to The Pre Nup and Ilana Dunn's wedding journey Choosing non-traditional wedding elements: no bridal party or bachelorette Guest list tips for minimizing stress and managing expectations Premarital Counseling: Dealing with unwelcome guests from the past The Afterparty: Fun wedding questions, Ilana's honeymoon destination, and her must-have registry item This episode is brought to you by Lovebird, the ultimate wedding website and communication tool for engaged couples to connect with guests with elegance and ease. Visit https://www.lovebird.com to learn more. We love hearing from you! Feel free to reach out to us at podcasts@lovestoriestv.com with your feedback or suggestions for the next episode.

In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome back one of our favorite guests, now newly married—Stephanie Leigh! Stephanie has returned to share every fabulous detail of her stunning French wedding. From her stylish bachelorette celebration in Miami to the ups and downs of planning a wedding abroad, this episode is packed with insights on how to master the logistics of a destination wedding. Stephanie spills all, including tips for creating guest itineraries, managing expectations with vendors, and why staying true to her style was key to making her wedding unforgettable. We'll also dive into the French traditions and unique wedding moments that made her big day feel so special, like her dad's heartwarming gesture during the ceremony and the high-energy after-party that left guests raving! And don't miss our “Premarital Counseling” segment, where we tackle a listener's question about how to handle a destination wedding guest list when it means leaving out some loved ones. Episode Highlights: Introduction to The Pre Nup and Stephanie Leigh's unforgettable French wedding The planning highs and lows: from bachelorette party to wedding day How to curate a seamless destination wedding experience for guests Premarital Counseling: Tips for trimming your guest list for a destination wedding The Afterparty: Fun wedding questions and style tips This episode is brought to you by Lovebird, the wedding website and communication tool for engaged couples to connect with guests with elegance and ease. Visit lovebird.com to learn more. We love hearing from you! Feel free to reach out to us at podcasts@lovestoriestv.com with your feedback or suggestions for the next episode.

Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the wedding-obsessed podcast designed to help you plan your dream day! I'm your host, Adriana, and each week, I'm joined by the industry's top professionals, celebs, influencers, and friends who are sharing their best tips, advice, and mistakes they've made so you don't have to. In this episode, Adriana is diving into some of the most commonly overlooked details during wedding planning! From rain contingency plans to saving your stationery from getting damaged in the mail, we're covering all the little things that can make a big difference on your big day. Adriana will walk you through essential logistics, including why you should always check your venue during bad weather, tips for creating a seamless guest experience, and the surprising elements that might not be on your radar yet. We'll also explore how to make sure your wedding season and venue are perfectly aligned, why factoring in sunset time is a must for your timeline, and how to avoid some of the most common mistakes when it comes to invitations and save the dates. And don't miss our “Premarital Counseling” segment, where we answer listener questions about everything from balancing control with enjoying the planning process to how long engagements can actually save you money. Episode Highlights: Introduction to The Pre Nup and a deep dive into overlooked wedding planning details Why your venue and wedding season need to work hand-in-hand How to create a foolproof rain plan that you'll love as much as Plan A Premarital Counseling: Tips for brides who want to stay in control but still have fun The Afterparty: Fun wedding questions and planning tips DIY with confidence with Bloom Culture. Get stress free flowers and step by step instructions. Visit bloomcultureflowers.com to get started today. Say hello to a new way to suit up with Suit Shop. Own your wedding style with yours-to-keep suits and tuxedos starting at $199 for men, women, and everyone. Shop now: https://www.suitshop.com

In this episode, I'm so excited to welcome Giselle Dubois, the owner of Spina Bride, one of New York City's top bridal boutiques. Giselle and her team are known for curating stunning, one-of-a-kind gowns from international designers, and today, she's sharing her best advice for navigating the sometimes overwhelming world of bridal shopping. We'll dive into how to find the perfect dress, why there are no rules when it comes to love and weddings, and how to manage opinions from friends and family during your appointments. Giselle also offers expert tips on curating a unique bridal look, whether you're sticking with one gown or planning multiple outfits for your wedding weekend. We'll chat about everything from customizing your dress to trunk shows, and even how to handle last-minute changes or alterations with ease. If you're a bride-to-be or helping someone shop for their dream gown, this episode is a must-listen! And don't miss our “Premarital Counseling” segment, where we help a bride who wants to shop for her wedding gown with her fiancée, but also wants to keep the element of surprise. Giselle's advice is perfect for couples navigating this fun but tricky situation! Episode Highlights: Introduction to The Pre Nup and our guest, Giselle Dubois Giselle's tips for managing stress and opinions during bridal shopping How to curate a unique wedding look that fits your style and venue Premarital Counseling: Should you wedding dress shop with your fiancée? The Afterparty: Fun wedding questions with Giselle, including her dream wedding guests and signature cocktails Say hello to a new way to suit up with SuitShop. Own your wedding style with yours-to-keep suits and tuxedos starting at $199 for men, women, and everyone. Shop now: https://www.suitshop.com Honeymoon Hotspot is brought to you by Honeyfund, the #1 honeymoon registry. Join 1M+ couples on Honeyfund and get $25 added to your account! https://honeyfund.com/prenup See full terms here: bit.ly/hfprenup We love hearing from you! Feel free to reach out to us at podcasts@lovestoriestv.com with your feedback or suggestions for the next episode.

In this episode, I'm thrilled to welcome Steven Greitzer, founder and CEO of Provenance, the #1 wedding writing platform. Provenance helps couples and their loved ones craft beautiful, personalized wedding vows, speeches, and ceremony scripts, so no one has to stress about public speaking! Steven shares how his platform can make even the most nervous speech-giver feel confident and prepared. We'll discuss the increasing trend of friend-and-family officiants, the importance of personalized authenticity in ceremonies, and how to avoid common pitfalls when writing vows and toasts. Steven also reveals tips for keeping your ceremony engaging, the best ways to structure wedding speeches, and how to make sure your vows are balanced and heartfelt. Whether you're the couple, a best man, maid of honor, or officiant, this episode will help you avoid public speaking panic and create unforgettable moments. And don't miss our “Premarital Counseling” segment, where we help a listener navigate the dos and don'ts of choosing an officiant for a secular ceremony. Plus, find out how Provenance's AI tools can make writing thank you notes after the wedding easier than ever! Episode Highlights: Introduction to The Pre Nup and our guest, Steven Greitzer How Provenance takes the stress out of writing wedding vows, speeches, and ceremony scripts The rise of friend-and-family officiants and how to choose the right person Personalized authenticity: The key to creating meaningful ceremonies Premarital Counseling: Choosing a secular officiant who keeps the ceremony personal The Afterparty: Fun wedding questions with Steven, including his favorite wedding trend and signature cocktail Say hello to a new way to suit up with SuitShop. Own your wedding style with yours-to-keep suits and tuxedos starting at $199 for men, women, and everyone. Shop now: https://www.suitshop.com Honeymoon Hotspot is brought to you by @honeyfund. Join 1M+ couples on Honeyfund and get $25 added to your account! https://honeyfund.com/prenup See full terms here: bit.ly/hfprenup We love hearing from you! Feel free to reach out to us at podcasts@lovestoriestv.com with your feedback or suggestions for the next episode.

Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the wedding-obsessed podcast designed to help you plan your dream day! I'm your host, Adriana, and each week, I'm joined by the industry's top professionals, celebs, influencers, and friends who are sharing their best tips, advice, and mistakes they've made so you don't have to. In this episode, I'm excited to chat with Rachel Behar, owner and lead planner of Rachel Behar Events, who specializes in creating one-of-a-kind luxury weddings that have been featured in Brides and The New York Times. Rachel is known for her dedication, calm energy, and inventive approach to planning, and today, she's sharing insights from her 14-year journey in the industry. We'll dive into how she went from catering and venue management to founding her own event company, and why staying organized and managing client expectations are the keys to a flawless wedding day. Rachel also breaks down the most common planning mistakes couples make and how to avoid them—especially when it comes to budgeting and communication. Plus, she'll give us her top tips on finding the perfect planner and how to know if they're the right fit for you. And don't miss our "Premarital Counseling" segment, where we help a listener navigate a tricky family situation involving uninvited guests at a destination wedding! If you've ever had to lay down the law with family about your guest list, this one's for you. Episode Highlights: • Introduction to The Pre Nup and our guest, Rachel Behar Rachel's journey from catering to launching her own luxury wedding planning business • How to stay organized and keep wedding stress at bay • The importance of vetting vendors and ensuring they're the right fit Practical tips for managing a wedding budget without sacrificing style • Premarital Counseling: A listener's dilemma about uninvited family at a destination wedding • The Afterparty: Fun wedding questions with Rachel, including her favorite wedding trend and signature cocktail Say hello to a new way to suit up with @suitshopofficial. Own your wedding style with yours-to-keep suits and tuxedos starting at $199 for men, women, and everyone. Shop now suitshop.com Honeymoon Hotspot is brought to you by Honeyfund: Join 1M+ couples on Honeyfund and get $25 added to your account! https://honeyfund.com/prenup See full terms here: bit.ly/hfprenup We love hearing from you! Feel free to reach out to us at podcasts@lovestoriestv.com with your feedback or suggestions for the next episode.

Dean Pohlman is an authority on Yoga for Men, developing programs with physical therapists for back health and spinal recovery. He authored the bestselling "Yoga Fitness for Men" and co-produced the "Body by Yoga" DVD series, with his work featured in major fitness publications. Married with two children, Dean applies insights from marriage counseling to maintain strong relationships, emphasizing emotional support and mindful breathing to manage stress. Today, Dean Pohlman takes us through his personal struggles, from feeling "not good enough" to learning how to handle big emotions and the role of anger as a defense mechanism. We explore how he and his wife navigated the challenges of marriage, parenting differences, and grief with the help of couples counseling, ultimately finding stronger communication tools and emotional safety. This episode is packed with relatable anecdotes and valuable insights into managing patience and presence, with practical tips from Dean's yoga expertise. Tune in to discover how embracing mindfulness and emotional awareness can enhance your relationships and your role as a dad. www.thedadedge.com/friday175 www.thedadedge.com/alliance Instagram | Man Flow Yoga  Get $30 OFF Man Flow Yoga by using code “DADEDGE”

It is well-known that the institution of marriage has changed dramatically in the past few decades. However, very little research has focused on the role of religious institutions in helping couples form and maintain their relationships. Guiding God's Marriage: Faith and Social Change in Premarital Counseling (NYU Press, 2024) by Dr. Courtney Irby offers an examination of Christian marriage preparation programs, exploring their efforts to stabilise the institution of marriage and highlighting the tension between individualism and community in people's relational lives. Marriage preparation programs offer a useful lens through which to trace shifts in both religious and family institutions because they set out clear and intentional articulations of marriage ideologies and gendered relationship scripts by faith communities. By documenting the changes in content and practices of Christian premarital education along with its advice regarding what makes a good marriage, the book charts the ways that religious communities have been transformed by and have helped to contribute to the individualization of faith and relationships. Featuring archival research as well as first hand observations of four marriage preparation courses—two Protestant and two Catholic—along with seventy interviews with participating couples and leaders of these and other programs, the book offers a rare view of visions about how to realise a successful and faith-filled relationship. This examination of marriage classes offers key insight into how religious communities have responded to cultural changes in marriage, gender, sexuality, and intimacy. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose new book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

It is well-known that the institution of marriage has changed dramatically in the past few decades. However, very little research has focused on the role of religious institutions in helping couples form and maintain their relationships. Guiding God's Marriage: Faith and Social Change in Premarital Counseling (NYU Press, 2024) by Dr. Courtney Irby offers an examination of Christian marriage preparation programs, exploring their efforts to stabilise the institution of marriage and highlighting the tension between individualism and community in people's relational lives. Marriage preparation programs offer a useful lens through which to trace shifts in both religious and family institutions because they set out clear and intentional articulations of marriage ideologies and gendered relationship scripts by faith communities. By documenting the changes in content and practices of Christian premarital education along with its advice regarding what makes a good marriage, the book charts the ways that religious communities have been transformed by and have helped to contribute to the individualization of faith and relationships. Featuring archival research as well as first hand observations of four marriage preparation courses—two Protestant and two Catholic—along with seventy interviews with participating couples and leaders of these and other programs, the book offers a rare view of visions about how to realise a successful and faith-filled relationship. This examination of marriage classes offers key insight into how religious communities have responded to cultural changes in marriage, gender, sexuality, and intimacy. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose new book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/anthropology

It is well-known that the institution of marriage has changed dramatically in the past few decades. However, very little research has focused on the role of religious institutions in helping couples form and maintain their relationships. Guiding God's Marriage: Faith and Social Change in Premarital Counseling (NYU Press, 2024) by Dr. Courtney Irby offers an examination of Christian marriage preparation programs, exploring their efforts to stabilise the institution of marriage and highlighting the tension between individualism and community in people's relational lives. Marriage preparation programs offer a useful lens through which to trace shifts in both religious and family institutions because they set out clear and intentional articulations of marriage ideologies and gendered relationship scripts by faith communities. By documenting the changes in content and practices of Christian premarital education along with its advice regarding what makes a good marriage, the book charts the ways that religious communities have been transformed by and have helped to contribute to the individualization of faith and relationships. Featuring archival research as well as first hand observations of four marriage preparation courses—two Protestant and two Catholic—along with seventy interviews with participating couples and leaders of these and other programs, the book offers a rare view of visions about how to realise a successful and faith-filled relationship. This examination of marriage classes offers key insight into how religious communities have responded to cultural changes in marriage, gender, sexuality, and intimacy. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose new book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sociology

It is well-known that the institution of marriage has changed dramatically in the past few decades. However, very little research has focused on the role of religious institutions in helping couples form and maintain their relationships. Guiding God's Marriage: Faith and Social Change in Premarital Counseling (NYU Press, 2024) by Dr. Courtney Irby offers an examination of Christian marriage preparation programs, exploring their efforts to stabilise the institution of marriage and highlighting the tension between individualism and community in people's relational lives. Marriage preparation programs offer a useful lens through which to trace shifts in both religious and family institutions because they set out clear and intentional articulations of marriage ideologies and gendered relationship scripts by faith communities. By documenting the changes in content and practices of Christian premarital education along with its advice regarding what makes a good marriage, the book charts the ways that religious communities have been transformed by and have helped to contribute to the individualization of faith and relationships. Featuring archival research as well as first hand observations of four marriage preparation courses—two Protestant and two Catholic—along with seventy interviews with participating couples and leaders of these and other programs, the book offers a rare view of visions about how to realise a successful and faith-filled relationship. This examination of marriage classes offers key insight into how religious communities have responded to cultural changes in marriage, gender, sexuality, and intimacy. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose new book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

It is well-known that the institution of marriage has changed dramatically in the past few decades. However, very little research has focused on the role of religious institutions in helping couples form and maintain their relationships. Guiding God's Marriage: Faith and Social Change in Premarital Counseling (NYU Press, 2024) by Dr. Courtney Irby offers an examination of Christian marriage preparation programs, exploring their efforts to stabilise the institution of marriage and highlighting the tension between individualism and community in people's relational lives. Marriage preparation programs offer a useful lens through which to trace shifts in both religious and family institutions because they set out clear and intentional articulations of marriage ideologies and gendered relationship scripts by faith communities. By documenting the changes in content and practices of Christian premarital education along with its advice regarding what makes a good marriage, the book charts the ways that religious communities have been transformed by and have helped to contribute to the individualization of faith and relationships. Featuring archival research as well as first hand observations of four marriage preparation courses—two Protestant and two Catholic—along with seventy interviews with participating couples and leaders of these and other programs, the book offers a rare view of visions about how to realise a successful and faith-filled relationship. This examination of marriage classes offers key insight into how religious communities have responded to cultural changes in marriage, gender, sexuality, and intimacy. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose new book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion

It is well-known that the institution of marriage has changed dramatically in the past few decades. However, very little research has focused on the role of religious institutions in helping couples form and maintain their relationships. Guiding God's Marriage: Faith and Social Change in Premarital Counseling (NYU Press, 2024) by Dr. Courtney Irby offers an examination of Christian marriage preparation programs, exploring their efforts to stabilise the institution of marriage and highlighting the tension between individualism and community in people's relational lives. Marriage preparation programs offer a useful lens through which to trace shifts in both religious and family institutions because they set out clear and intentional articulations of marriage ideologies and gendered relationship scripts by faith communities. By documenting the changes in content and practices of Christian premarital education along with its advice regarding what makes a good marriage, the book charts the ways that religious communities have been transformed by and have helped to contribute to the individualization of faith and relationships. Featuring archival research as well as first hand observations of four marriage preparation courses—two Protestant and two Catholic—along with seventy interviews with participating couples and leaders of these and other programs, the book offers a rare view of visions about how to realise a successful and faith-filled relationship. This examination of marriage classes offers key insight into how religious communities have responded to cultural changes in marriage, gender, sexuality, and intimacy. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose new book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is well-known that the institution of marriage has changed dramatically in the past few decades. However, very little research has focused on the role of religious institutions in helping couples form and maintain their relationships. Guiding God's Marriage: Faith and Social Change in Premarital Counseling (NYU Press, 2024) by Dr. Courtney Irby offers an examination of Christian marriage preparation programs, exploring their efforts to stabilise the institution of marriage and highlighting the tension between individualism and community in people's relational lives. Marriage preparation programs offer a useful lens through which to trace shifts in both religious and family institutions because they set out clear and intentional articulations of marriage ideologies and gendered relationship scripts by faith communities. By documenting the changes in content and practices of Christian premarital education along with its advice regarding what makes a good marriage, the book charts the ways that religious communities have been transformed by and have helped to contribute to the individualization of faith and relationships. Featuring archival research as well as first hand observations of four marriage preparation courses—two Protestant and two Catholic—along with seventy interviews with participating couples and leaders of these and other programs, the book offers a rare view of visions about how to realise a successful and faith-filled relationship. This examination of marriage classes offers key insight into how religious communities have responded to cultural changes in marriage, gender, sexuality, and intimacy. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose new book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is well-known that the institution of marriage has changed dramatically in the past few decades. However, very little research has focused on the role of religious institutions in helping couples form and maintain their relationships. Guiding God's Marriage: Faith and Social Change in Premarital Counseling (NYU Press, 2024) by Dr. Courtney Irby offers an examination of Christian marriage preparation programs, exploring their efforts to stabilise the institution of marriage and highlighting the tension between individualism and community in people's relational lives. Marriage preparation programs offer a useful lens through which to trace shifts in both religious and family institutions because they set out clear and intentional articulations of marriage ideologies and gendered relationship scripts by faith communities. By documenting the changes in content and practices of Christian premarital education along with its advice regarding what makes a good marriage, the book charts the ways that religious communities have been transformed by and have helped to contribute to the individualization of faith and relationships. Featuring archival research as well as first hand observations of four marriage preparation courses—two Protestant and two Catholic—along with seventy interviews with participating couples and leaders of these and other programs, the book offers a rare view of visions about how to realise a successful and faith-filled relationship. This examination of marriage classes offers key insight into how religious communities have responded to cultural changes in marriage, gender, sexuality, and intimacy. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose new book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/christian-studies

Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the wedding-obsessed podcast designed to help you plan your dream day! I'm your host, Adriana, and each week, I'm joined by the industry's top professionals, celebs, influencers, and friends who are sharing their best tips, advice, and mistakes they've made so you don't have to. In this episode, we are thrilled to have Caroline Crawford Patterson, content creator, bridal stylist, and co-host of the Honey We're Home podcast, join us to share her expertise on everything weddings and beyond. Caroline is proof that life after the wedding is just as sweet, and she's here to talk about how to romanticize not only your big day but also your friendships and marriage. Caroline dives into how she became a TikTok sensation through her creative bridesmaid gift boxes, her tips for planning a seamless wedding weekend, and why she believes in keeping romance alive long after the vows. We also chat about how to navigate the tricky parts of wedding planning, like choosing the right vendors, delegating tasks, and making sure everyone feels included while still staying true to your vision. Plus, in our “Premarital Counseling” segment, we tackle a listener's question on how to handle a surprise engagement ring and whether they should have input or let their partner take the reins. Episode Highlights: - Introduction to The Pre Nup Podcast and our guest, Caroline Crawford Patterson - Caroline's viral TikTok story: the bridesmaid boxes that started it all - How to balance personal touches with thoughtful wedding gifts - Romanticizing your marriage: tips for keeping the love alive after the big day - Practical advice for delegating wedding planning tasks - Premarital Counseling: A listener's dilemma about choosing their engagement ring - The Afterparty: Fun wedding questions with Caroline, including her dream honeymoon destination Honeymoon Hotspot is brought to you by Honeyfund: Join 1M+ couples on Honeyfund and get $25 added to your account! https://honeyfund.com/prenup See full terms here: bit.ly/hfprenup We love hearing from you! Feel free to reach out to us at podcasts@lovestoriestv.com with your feedback or suggestions for the next episode.

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Big Vic is back, and you know what that means—it's time to recap and review one of our favorite wedding movies. This week, we're diving into the 2011 hit Bridesmaids, which has become a modern comedy classic. Big Vic and I break down all the wedding-related themes, from awkward bridal party dynamics to budget woes and everything in between. We chat about the iconic moments, from the engagement party speech-off to Annie's Brazilian steakhouse meltdown, and how these scenes relate to real-life wedding drama. We also share our personal experiences as maids of honor, dishing out tips on how to handle the financial expectations, merge friend groups, and avoid those cringe-worthy moments every bridesmaid dreads. Plus, in our “Premarital Counseling” segment, we answer a listener's question on how to gracefully navigate the tricky subject of bridal party expenses without causing drama. Episode Highlights: Introduction to The Pre Nup and our guest, Big Vic Bridesmaids movie recap and our take on the best (and worst) wedding moments - How to handle bridal party dynamics, budgets, and the emotional rollercoaster of wedding planning The importance of knowing your audience when planning pre-wedding events Premarital Counseling: How to manage bridal party expenses without awkwardness The Afterparty: Our wedding music draft—vote for your favorite wedding songs on Instagram! Honeymoon Hotspot is brought to you by Honeyfund: Join 1M+ couples on Honeyfund and get $25 added to your account! https://honeyfund.com/prenup See full terms here: bit.ly/hfprenup We love hearing from you! Feel free to reach out to us at podcasts@lovestoriestv.com with your feedback or suggestions for the next episode.

Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the wedding-obsessed podcast designed to help you plan your dream day! I'm your host, Adriana, and each week, I'm joined by the industry's top professionals, celebs, influencers, and friends who are sharing their best tips, advice, and mistakes they've made so you don't have to. In this episode, we are excited to welcome Brittany Lo, CEO of the award-winning international wedding beauty company Beautini and founder of premium skincare brand Beia. Brittany is also a bride-to-be, and she's here to share her expert insights on planning the perfect wedding, from bridal beauty routines to navigating the challenges of balancing a career and wedding planning. Brittany opens up about her romantic Parisian proposal, how she incorporates self-care into her wedding prep, and why premarital counseling has strengthened her relationship with her fiancé, Cory. We also chat about the importance of choosing the right wedding vendors, finding balance between work and planning, and how to stay grounded during the hectic pre-wedding season. Plus, in our “Premarital Counseling” segment, we answer a listener's question on whether to opt for two wedding day hairstyles and how to handle the logistics without breaking the bank. Episode Highlights: Introduction to The Pre Nup Podcast and our guest, Brittany Lo Brittany's engagement story and how her fiancé planned a surprise Paris proposal Incorporating self-care into wedding beauty routines and why it's important for brides Why premarital counseling can be a game-changer for couples Tips for balancing wedding planning with a busy career Premarital Counseling: A listener's dilemma on managing two hairstyles for the big day The Afterparty: Fun wedding questions with Brittany, including her dream honeymoon destination Honeymoon Hotspot is brought to you by Honeyfund: Join 1M+ couples on Honeyfund and get $25 added to your account! honeyfund.com/prenup See full terms here: bit.ly/hfprenup We love hearing from you! Feel free to reach out to us at podcasts@lovestoriestv.com with your feedback or suggestions for the next episode.

Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the wedding-obsessed podcast designed to help you plan your dream day! I'm your host, Adriana, and each week, I'm joined by the industry's top professionals, celebs, influencers, and friends who are sharing their best tips, advice, and mistakes they've made so you don't have to. In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Gabrielle Hurwitz, a highly coveted bridal stylist known for her chic and timeless approach to wedding fashion. Gabrielle shares her expert insights on all things bridal styling—from how to choose the perfect wedding dress to creating a cohesive look that reflects your unique style. We dive into the world of bridal styling, debunking common misconceptions and exploring why a professional stylist could be the game-changer you need for your big day. Gabrielle also discusses the challenges of navigating bridal fashion trends and offers invaluable tips for avoiding dress regret, balancing style with comfort, and ensuring that every wedding event is as stylish as the bride herself. Plus, in our “Premarital Counseling” segment, we tackle a listener's question on handling wedding dress FOMO and finding the perfect look without the stress. Episode Highlights: - Introduction to The PreNup Podcast and our guest, Gabrielle Hurwitz - Debunking misconceptions about bridal stylists and their role in wedding planning - Tips for creating a cohesive wedding look that reflects your style - How to avoid wedding dress regret and navigate bridal fashion trends - Premarital Counseling: A listener's question on choosing the perfect wedding dress and avoiding FOMO - The Afterparty: Fun wedding questions with Gabrielle, including her dream wedding guest Honeymoon Hotspot is brought to you by @honeyfund: Join 1M+ couples on Honeyfund and get $25 added to your account! https://honeyfund.com/prenup *Limited to the first 20 people to sign up through this page. See full terms at bit.ly/hfprenup We love hearing from you! Feel free to reach out to us at podcasts@lovestoriestv.com with your feedback or suggestions for the next episode.

MDI is launching a TWO-DAY (Friday and Saturday) marriage workshop created for engaged and newly married couples called "A New Foundation." The intent is to offer a proactive approach to help couples establish a healthy marriage and develop skills for better relationships in contrast to "A New Beginning" which is designed for couples in crisis.  Demetrius and Cher Williams have been collaborating with us to create this holistic program and will be our workshop leaders for "ANF." Our launch for the first workshop is scheduled for September 27-28, 2024 in Houston, TX. For more information, registration and details, be sure to get on www.marriagedynamics.com. Demetris and Cher have a passion for marriage and are confident in knowing that they are operating in their purpose, to assist in growing healthy marriages and helping to restore conflicted and hurting marriages. They have also lead and facilitated 8 week marriage enrichment classes called "Dynamic Marriage" since 2010. They also travel the country leading a 3-day intensive weekend workshop for couples that are in crisis called "A New Beginning."

What do you do when you're with someone that has narcissistic traits as a late-diagnosed ADHDer?Our Guest:Molli is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia, USA, and a Brain Health Credentialed Coach across the US. With 14 years of experience serving individuals and couples, and 17 years in corporate America, Molli brings a unique blend of vision, strategy, and grounding to help clients achieve their desires. Married for 14 years with a beautifully neurodynamic 12-year-old daughter, Molli aims to spread love, compassion, and self-esteem to everyone she encounters.Main Points:Insights into Molli's transition from corporate America to becoming a licensed counselor.The importance of premarital and relationship counseling in creating healthy, lasting relationships.Molli shares her personal journey of discovering her own ADHD and autism later in life.The role of faith and spirituality in Molli's personal and professional life.Tips for navigating relationships when dealing with ADHD and other neurodiverse conditions.The impact of trauma and grief on mental health and the importance of seeking support.Guest Links:Email: kwaveconsulting@gmail.comFacebook: Molli A. PruittGet in touch with Jamie:Are you a high-achieving woman with ADHD looking for a coach? Event planner looking for a wildly captivating speaker? Go to outsmartadhd.co to get in touch!

Jase is back for the 5th time on the podcast and we're discussing what it means to be healed or not to be healed in a 3 part What is Loves series. A few questions to think about while listening to today's audio pod: 1. Is there such a thing as overdoing your healing? Is premarital counsel not a thing in black couples? 3.Should we stop trying to figure out what love is? Music sampled by Kwame Adu & Suprchnk Connect with Argh U Mad on Social Media TikTok YouTube Facebook Want more content? Sign up for monthly newsletters here Love the content and what Argh U Mad has to offer? Please leave a review here. Want to take it a step forward and become a sponsored listener? Support Argh U Mad here.  

What questions should we be sorting through spiritually? Emotionally? Financially? Physically?

What is premarital counseling? Is it good to do? What are some important things to discuss?

Victor Vilar, one of the Pastors on staff at The Ridge has officiated many weddings and has helped a lot of couples through premarital counseling. We talk about the value of premarital counseling, some takeaways that can help you even if you are married, and why communication is just so important to any relationship. You can catch resources as https://theridgecc.com/relationshipsonpurpose

This week on ShrinkChicks, Em and Jen give you an inside look at their premarital counseling program by sharing specific topics to address before saying "I do!" They start the episode by giving us some marriage stats and sharing the leading causes of divorce. Then they discuss how soon to start having premarital conversations and what to focus on when doing so, boundaries & expectations with in-laws, the grief we experience in the transition from our family of origin to the family we create with our partner, tangible tips for understanding your partner's perspective, and re-addressing these conversations after getting married/if things change over time. Tune in to gain insight, awareness, and action! PS: Fast forward to around 2:45 into their convo to skip the intro and get straight to today's content. Premarital Counseling at The Therapy Group Email us if you're interested in more details on Emmalee and Jen's E-course: Making The Most of Your Marriage Get Matched With One of Our Therapists at The Therapy Group! ShrinkChicks on Instagram Our Know Yourself Grow Yourself Journal!! SHRINKCHICKS MERCH Check out ShrinkChicks on YouTube by subscribing here! https://youtube.com/channel/UCrxuhDqoL4ML3UE8b2J2BBg A special thank you to this week's sponsors for supporting ShrinkChicks! We have these exclusive offers for our listeners: HungryRoot: Go to Hungryroot.com/SHRINKCHICKS, to get 40% off your first delivery and get your free veggies! MasterClass: get an additional 15% off an annual membership at Masterclass.com/shrinkchicks Prose: Go to prose.com/shrinkchicks to take your FREE in-depth hair consultation and get 50% off your first subscription order! Athena Club: Go to AthenaClub.com and get 20% off your purchase with code SHRINKCHICKS at checkout! Apostrophe: Get your first visit for only $5 at apostrophe.com/SHRINKCHICKS when you use our code SHRINKCHICKS Blueland: Get 15% off your first order by going to Blueland.com/shrinkchicks Quince: Go to quince.com/shrinkchicks to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order!

Are you planning a wedding and wondering if premarital counseling is for you? Join host and wedding expert, Sarah Lizabeth as she shares her advice on premarital counseling from being a wedding planner to walking through her own divorce. Whether you're just beginning to envision your dream wedding or deep in the midst of planning, Sarah offers a wealth of wisdom and guidance to empower couples to create a truly memorable and meaningful celebration of love. Tune in to Sarah Lizabeth's podcast and embark on your journey to planning the perfect day with clarity, confidence, and grace. If you need additional resources, check out www.theweddingplanningprocess.com and use code WEDPOD10 for 10% off all wedding planning products.

In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss what they did and didn't learn in premarital counseling. Whether engaged or married for decades, we hope today's new episode encourages and challenges you in your marriage.Scriptures:Proverbs 18:2James 1:191 Corinthians 7:28Resources:Book – Tim Keller, The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of GodBook – Scott Kedersha, Ready or Knot? 12 Conversations Every Couple Needs to Have before MarriagePodcast – Episode 35 – How to Identify the Four Negative Horsemen of Communication and ConflictPodcast – Episode 12 – How to Identify Negative Communication PatternsQuestions to Discuss:When's the last time you were really unprepared for something?What are you glad you learned in premarital counseling?What do you wish you had learned in premarital counseling?

In this episode we talk about what we learned from premarital counseling and how we are applying it to our relationship. Whether you are pursuing marriage, married, or even single, this episode can help you out! Apply for Asher's coaching now: https://betterthanbeforebrand.com/collections/coaching If you would like to support our ministry, please donate here: https://www.venmo.com/forthegoodministry Jesus Talk Discord: https://discord.gg/better-than-before-849651036590571560 Grab a Better Than Before walking testimony shirt while you can: http://www.betterthanbeforebrand.com For The Good Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forthegoodministry/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@forthegoodministry Asher's Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asherarwine/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@asherarwine_ Michelle's Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelleannbartlett/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@michelleannbartlett

Parenting is hard...ever wish you had a guidebook for it? Dr. Randy Schroeder joins us to share the top takeaways from his book, Simple Habits for Effective Parenting. You won't want to miss this!  Bio: Dr. Randy Schroeder wrote the 2020 three-time national award-winning Christian marriage book, Simple Habits for Marital Happiness. The only marriage book that provides practical, specific words, actions, and essential knowledge in the seven major areas of a relationship to help every couple achieve a gratifying marriage. He has helped thousands of spouses achieve a consistently satisfying happy marriage with these simple, yet very effective habits.   His 2021 two-time national award-winning book, Simple Habits for Effective Parenting is the only parenting book that provides detailed guidance in the seven key aspects of parenting. Happy, confident children driven to reach their full potential with self-motivation, good decision-making skills, a positive attitude, and determination are raised by parents who use these simple successful habits.    Dr. Schroeder joined Jim Daly, President, and John Fuller, Vice President, on FOCUS ON THE FAMILY national broadcasts for six interviews: Simple Habits to Embrace in Your Marriage – January (BEST of 2022); Forming New Habits for Your Marriage I – September 2022; Forming New Habits for Your Marriage II – September 2022; Effective Habits to Embrace in Parenting – July (BEST of 2021); More Effective Habits to Embrace in Parenting I – November 2022; and More Effective Habits to Embrace in Parenting II – November 2022. These six FOCUS ON THE FAMILY interviews can be found on YouTube.    Dr. Schroeder was born and raised in Austin, Texas.  He earned a Bachelor of Arts from Concordia University Chicago and received a Master of Education in Administration from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan.  He also earned a Master of Divinity from Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, Indiana and holds a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy from The Chicago Theological Seminary.    The first eight years of his professional career were spent as a Lutheran high school teacher, assistant principal, athletic director, and head varsity basketball and football coach. In 1982, after eight years as an educator, he felt called to serve the Lord as an LCMS pastor and left the teaching ministry to prepare for the pastoral ministry.   After graduating from Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1986, Dr. Schroeder became a Professor of Pastoral Counseling, Vice President of Student Personnel Services, and Dean of Students.  For nearly 25 years he taught pastoral counseling classes including Premarital Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Family Counseling, Crisis Counseling, Ministry to the Sick & Dying, and Pastor as Counselor. He also wrote a Family Counselor column for the Lutheran Witness magazine for 15 years.    In 2010, after being an educator for 36 years, he strongly desired to serve God and others as a full-time Christian counselor to help individuals, marriages, and families with the practical wisdom that makes a profound positive difference.  Dr. Schroeder is a Marriage and Family Counselor and has a successful practice at Cornerstone Lutheran Church in Carmel, Indiana.   For over four decades, Dr. Schroeder has spoken to and counseled thousands of individuals, spouses, and parents about the simple, yet effective habits that are essential for an enjoyable life, a happy marriage, and for effectively parenting a child. Dr. Schroeder believes a lack of valuable knowledge about specific practical words, actions, and skills, not a lack of desire, is what holds people back from accomplishing their individual, marriage, parenting, and relationship goals.    Randy and his wife, Ginny, have been married since 1975 and have two married sons and seven grandchildren. Learn more about Dr. Schroeder at his website, DrRandySchroeder.com and enjoy his educational videos at Dr. Randy Schroeder - YouTube Channel  Resources in this episode: Email us at friendsforlife@lcms.org LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: lcmslife.org For resources on the family: lcmslife.org/family Not all the views expressed are necessarily those of the LCMS; please discuss any questions with your pastor.

As we recognize Valentine's month, we explore the diverse themes covered in premarital counseling sessions, from career aspirations to family dynamics and religious beliefs.  LifeStance provider Megan Heniff emphasizes the impact of family backgrounds on relationship dynamics, providing a fascinating space for self-discovery and understanding. Learn more about LifeStance Health: https://lifestance.com Follow LifeStance Health:  Instagram Facebook LinkedIn

What is premarital counseling? Who could benefit from it? What are some things that happen in premarital counseling to make it useful? We stole a page from our Shrink Think educational videos that orient couples to premarital counseling, and shared them here so our listeners could benefit. This episode would be helpful for couples who plan to get married someday (or are engaged), as well as therapists who work with couples. Aaron Potratz & Nathan Hawkins are behavioral health experts, licensed counselors, and clinical supervisors with over 35 years of experience. They each own a private group therapy practice and co-own a third one together. Aaron is also a business consultant for therapists in private practice wanting to start, grow, or expand their business. *Watch this episode: https://youtu.be/TvYsHsAduxM *Now on YouTube: @shrink-think *Sign up for our FREE email course on overcoming fear and insecurity at: https://www.shrinkthink.com/podcast -------------- *Member of the PsychCraft Podcast Network* https://psychcraftnetwork.com/

Pastor Keith shares the 8 topics that he covers with couples in premarital counseling sessions. Tune in to hear about the importance of premarital counseling and the significance of these topics in this episode! Here are some timestamps for easier future reference: - Intro: What is it & Why is it important? - 18:02 Expectations  - 29:25 The Possibility Of Children - 41:37 Finances  - 54:49 Extended Family  - 1 hr:17 Sexual Intimacy & Friendship  - 1 hr:46 Faith & Religion  - 1 hr:57 Conflict Resolution  - 2 hrs:16 Personal Growth Goals You can connect with Pastor Keith on IG @iamkeithmawoyo, on Facebook @Keith Mawoyo & on Twitter/X @keithmawoyo. Thanks for listening!  Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen

Should couples go through premarital counseling? Will premarital counseling have a positive effect on your marriage?Today, these are the questions that will be answered on the show. Chad & Lanell use their own experience to shed light on this subject. They will also offer their advice to couples who want to get married and are up in the air on whether they should do some form of premarital counseling.Join us as we dive deep into another topic that will enrich your relationship and elevate your spirit.Connect with Chad and Lanell:Website: https://mybulletproofmarriage.comFacebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/bulletproof/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvF8-Week Platinum Course:  https://chad-s-site-8580.thinkific.com/courses/bulletproofmarriage30-minute Breakthrough Call with Chad and Lanell:https://calendly.com/info4-mbm/30minSupport the show.Support the show

Tune in as Mark and Justin discuss the value of premarital counseling for setting realistic expectations in marriage. They explore pitfalls like unhealthy over-prioritization while dating, handling conflict constructively, and learning to understand each other's perspectives. Though not always easy, keeping God first and your spouse next allows marriage to enrich your life immensely.

Let's talk about getting married! Chris and Val talk about Premarital Counseling and why we believe it's so important. We answer questions like: What does the Bible say about Premarital Counseling? What are some of the top reasons people get divorced? How can Comprehensive Premarital Counseling help? Other episodes mentioned in this podcast: Sex as a Coping Mechanism (https://open.spotify.com/episode/41o6MS63C2iR5hbGUe26DA?si=513e50c6f38d47c6) Connect with Chris and Val on social media for more: Instagram: @thejobprojectpodcast Instagram: @clilleyartist Instagram: @a.neiza --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thejobprojectpodcast/message

Chiquis welcomes her therapist Tanya Paniagua to talk about her experience with premarital counseling. Chiquis talks about why she and her fiancé Emilio decided to do joint therapy, the changes they've seen in their engagement and what they hope to figure out as they get ready to get married. Tanya talks about the benefits of pre-marital counseling, the common issues that couples face, and the tips and tools that can help them overcome them.Learn more about Tanya's organization at breathoflifefoundation.infoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2013, Casey and Meygan Caston founded Marriage365. After their own marital struggles, their aim was to strengthen other people's marriages. They authored four books about building connections and developed online courses. In 2020, Marriage365 revamped its platform, growing to 10k members in 1.5 years, which inspired them to develop a mobile app to enhance user experience. In this episode of Last First Date Radio: How premarital counseling sets couples on a path to healthier marriages Common misconceptions about premarital counseling The 6 keys of premarital counseling Success stories of couples who had counseling before marriage IG: https://www.instagram.com/marriage365/?hl=en   Website for married couples: https://marriage365.com/  Website for premarital resources:  https://happilyeverafter.org ►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/lastfirstdateradio  ►If you're feeling stuck in dating and relationships and would like to find your last first date, sign up for a complimentary 45-minute breakthrough session with Sandy https://lastfirstdate.com/application  ►Join Your Last First Date on Facebook https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate  ►Get Sandy's books, Becoming a Woman of Value; How to Thrive in Life and Love https://bit.ly/womanofvaluebook  and Choice Points in Dating https://amzn.to/3jTFQe9  ►Get FREE coaching on the podcast! https://bit.ly/LFDradiocoaching  ►FREE download: “Top 10 Reasons Why Men Suddenly Pull Away” http://bit.ly/whymendisappear  ►Group Coaching: https://lastfirstdate.com/the-woman-of-value-club/  ►Website → https://lastfirstdate.com/  ► Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lastfirstdate1/  ►Get Amazon Music Unlimited FREE for 30 days at getamazonmusic.com/lastfirstdate  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sandy-weiner9/message

Between my family getting sick recently and being very busy, I wasn't able to get an episode our last Saturday. Instead, enjoy this bonus episode with Rachel Dorneanu where we talk about spoon theory-- what it is, examples from our lives, and how to manage your energy levels. Rachel Dorneanu, LPC NCC, is an Individual and Premarital Couples Psychotherapist, and she works with ages 16 and up. Her specialties include: Anxiety, Boundaries, Highly Sensitive People (HSP) concerns, Perfectionism, Premarital Counseling and Sex Therapy. She offers online sessions for Georgia residents. Clients that work with her appreciate her humor and straightforward, adaptable approach. They like that she meets them where they are and work on goals together. If you want access to two bonus episodes a month (plus all of the bonus episodes that have already aired), become a Spotify subscriber (⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highly-sensitive-podcast/subscribe⁠) or Patreon subscriber (⁠patreon.com/highlysensitivepodcast⁠). Connect with Rachel: ⁠https://sagecounselingtherapyandwellness.com⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/SageCounselingWellness⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sage_counseling_wellness/⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/RachelButlerCo1⁠ ⁠https://www.pinterest.com/SageCounselingWellness⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-butler-dorneanu/⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sage-counseling-wellness⁠ ⁠https://youtube.com/@sagecounselingandwellness⁠ ⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/rachel_butler_counseling⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Join my email list by clicking here to get my free Boundary Setting Workbook for Highly Sensitive People!⁠ If you have any ideas for episode topics, if you have any questions for me to answer on the podcast, or if you would like to write an email sharing your story for me to read on the podcast, you can email me at lauren@laurenlasallecoaching.com. You can find out more about my coaching programs, as well as free resources (including my Boundary Setting Workbook for Highly Sensitive People) and links to my social media, by visiting my website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠laurenlasallecoaching.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highly-sensitive-podcast/message

Listen, I know its been a minute but this episode was TOO good to leave in my drafts from a few months ago. Have you wanted to know the secrets of mindblowing anal sex, surrender and what it means to call in more connectedness during penetration? Tune into this 15 min riff on everything NOT practical you need to know to create the most delicious anal sex of your life.  

CC309: Kail is alive to give us updates on her lead poisoning scare that rocked her whole week. Lindsie has some unfortunate news to share regarding a friend and co-host from The Southern Tea podcast, and additionally speaks on the sudden passing of Nic Kerdiles.Kail shares a DM from a highschool teacher regarding last episode's topic of a texas school switching to a 4-day school week. And speaking of school, Lindsie is completely over the many fake sick calls from Jackson. Kail and Lindsie also speak on the subject of their exes posting photos of their kid with their new partner. Kail gets emotional about her experience and the changing dynamic with her kids and her exes' new families. Check out our Instagram @coffeeconvospodcast for more! Thank you to our sponsors!Apartments: Visit Apartments.com, a place to find a placeBlindsgalore: Visit Blindsgalore.com today and get 50% off your entire order during their Birthday Sale and be sure to sign up for their weekly giveaways in October.DoorDash: Get 50% off and zero delivery fees on your first order, when you download the DoorDash app in the App Store and enter code COFFEECONVOSFactor: Use code coffeeconvos50 at FactorMeals.com/coffeeconvos50 to get 50% off!Rocket Money: Manage your expenses the easy way by going to RocketMoney.com/COFFEECONVOS

Click here to learn more about The Couples Therapist Inner Circle In this episode I spoke with Rachel Dorneanu about doing Premarital Counseling. In my mind this doesn't have to mean people are intending to get married, but has become more of a term to describe people in the beginning phases of their relationship.  Sometimes the issues people are facing in the beginning phases are similar to anyone else in their relationships, but there are some very specific things that tend to be helpful for couples during this time. It is really important for couples to have the ability to communicate their boundaries, speak their truth with respect, and make agreements about what they want in the relationship. Premarital Counseling can be helpful for people to think of topics they may not have even thought to discuss. Rachel has a premarital counseling training coming up on Aug. 26. If you are interested in finding out more click the link: Prepare Enrich Facilitator Training. The Couples Therapist Couch is the podcast for Couples Therapists about the practice of couples therapy. I'm Shane Birkel and my goal is to bring you interviews with experts in the field of couples therapy each week. Please subscribe to the podcast for more great episodes. Learn more about joining the Couples Therapist Inner Circle

Sometime in my 30's I drove by the school for the first time in what must have been a decade, and I was so excited to feel that feeling again, or some nostalgic version of it. I almost drove right past the building. It was like they had replaced it with a half-sized replica. I kept looking for it even as I was looking right at it. And then I realized that it was right in front of me, with those tiny steps up to some simple looking doors and the quaint edifice that was definitely lovely, but certainly not imposing. I'm sure you've had this experience at some point: Some thing or place changing so dramatically over time from how you remember it - changing in size, in magnitude, in meaning. It used to tower over you, and now, well, it doesn't. And you have to adjust. I turned 44 last week, which is a pretty inconsequential age to be, as ages go. Just good ol' mid-forties. Middle-aged. I'm not going to take this opportunity to wax poetic on the aging process, as I know that about half of you who read this are 20, 30, 40 years older than me, and you don't need to hear my version of the thing you've been dealing with for a while. It's strange though, when I am doing Premarital Counseling with a couple and I begin to talk about "our age" and then realize we are, in fact, very different ages. I was listening to the Beatles the other day, and I realized they were in their 20's the entire time they were together. They were kids. Remember the Sgt. Pepper era when the Beatles all had terrible facial hair? Well of course they did: they were in their 20s! That's when you do that! I am 4 years older than John Lennon was when he died. The Beatles, the bride and the groom, the elementary school, they haven't changed, but you change in your relation to them.

What couple doesn't want a happy marriage? Surely every husband and wife get married hoping to have a healthy and ever-growing happy marriage, yet quickly find just how damaging sin, resentment, miscommunication, and the withholding forgiveness can be. With just SEVEN essential habits, guest Dr. Randy Schroeder gives a crash course in implementing and achieving a Christ-focused, God-oriented marriage that will almost certainly also lead to happiness and contentment. Find Simple Habits for Marital Happiness at cph.org. Bio: Dr. Randy Schroeder wrote the 2020 three-time national award-winning Christian marriage book, Simple Habits for Marital Happiness. The only marriage book that provides practical, specific words, actions, and essential knowledge in the seven major areas of a relationship to help every couple achieve a gratifying marriage. He has helped thousands of spouses achieve a consistently satisfying happy marriage with these simple, yet very effective habits.   His 2021 two-time national award-winning book, Simple Habits for Effective Parenting is the only parenting book that provides detailed guidance in the seven key aspects of parenting. Happy, confident children driven to reach their full potential with self-motivation, good decision-making skills, a positive attitude, and determination are raised by parents who use these simple successful habits.    Dr. Schroeder joined Jim Daly, President, and John Fuller, Vice President, on FOCUS ON THE FAMILY national broadcasts for six interviews: Simple Habits to Embrace in Your Marriage – January (BEST of 2022); Forming New Habits for Your Marriage I – September 2022; Forming New Habits for Your Marriage II – September 2022; Effective Habits to Embrace in Parenting – July (BEST of 2021); More Effective Habits to Embrace in Parenting I – November 2022; and More Effective Habits to Embrace in Parenting II – November 2022. These six FOCUS ON THE FAMILY interviews can be found on YouTube.    Dr. Schroeder was born and raised in Austin, Texas.  He earned a Bachelor of Arts from Concordia University Chicago and received a Master of Education in Administration from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan.  He also earned a Master of Divinity from Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, Indiana and holds a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy from The Chicago Theological Seminary.    The first eight years of his professional career were spent as a Lutheran high school teacher, assistant principal, athletic director, and head varsity basketball and football coach. In 1982, after eight years as an educator, he felt called to serve the Lord as an LCMS pastor and left the teaching ministry to prepare for the pastoral ministry.   After graduating from Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1986, Dr. Schroeder became a Professor of Pastoral Counseling, Vice President of Student Personnel Services, and Dean of Students.  For nearly 25 years he taught pastoral counseling classes including Premarital Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Family Counseling, Crisis Counseling, Ministry to the Sick & Dying, and Pastor as Counselor. He also wrote a Family Counselor column for the Lutheran Witness magazine for 15 years.    In 2010, after being an educator for 36 years, he strongly desired to serve God and others as a full-time Christian counselor to help individuals, marriages, and families with the practical wisdom that makes a profound positive difference.  Dr. Schroeder is a Marriage and Family Counselor and has a successful practice at Cornerstone Lutheran Church in Carmel, Indiana.   For over four decades, Dr. Schroeder has spoken to and counseled thousands of individuals, spouses, and parents about the simple, yet effective habits that are essential for an enjoyable life, a happy marriage, and for effectively parenting a child. Dr. Schroeder believes a lack of valuable knowledge about specific practical words, actions, and skills, not a lack of desire, is what holds people back from accomplishing their individual, marriage, parenting, and relationship goals.    Randy and his wife, Ginny, have been married since 1975 and have two married sons and seven grandchildren. Learn more about Dr. Schroeder at his website, DrRandySchroeder.com and enjoy his educational videos at Dr. Randy Schroeder - YouTube Channel  Learn about LCMS Life Ministry at lcms.org/life, and email us at friendsforlife@lcms.org. Not all the views expressed are necessarily those of the LCMS; please discuss any questions with your pastor.

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What are some of the major mistakes we hope couples avoid during dating and engagement? Today we're talking all about unrealistic expectations. How can we tell when our expectations are unrealistic, and what can we do to keep them from becoming an issue in our relationships?  This one trips up about every couple at some point, so even if you're married, this episode will be helpful to recognize, and deal with our expectations in a healthy and helpful way. Tune in for all the details on how not to let this major mistake wreck your relationship. We pray this episode is helpful to you and your marriage! Episode highlights include:  We share several of the common unrealistic expectations we've seen as well as several we've had in our own marriages How to tell if your expectations are realistic or not  We give a simple process to work through these together  Subscribe to Podcast Email to make sure you never miss an episode. When you sign up, you will get our “5 Days 5 Ways” Love Languages resource for free! Plus you will get noteworthy quotes, resources, and more delivered straight to your inbox. *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here!  Resources:  Give a donation - get a resource - save a marriage! Giving Tuesday is approaching, and as a non-profit, it's an important day for us at Awesome Marriage! This year we are giving “A Very Married Christmas: Couple's Advent Calendar” as a thank-you gift for your donation! Find out more! Dr. Kim's Preparing For An Awesome Marriage Online Course brings all the information he teaches in his premarital course directly to you!  Our free 3-part Premarital Video Series brings you key marriage prep teachings from Dr. Kim - PLUS other helpful, free marriage prep resources, such as vow options!  Loving our monthly resources? Marriage Changers get instant access to every months' new resource – and so much more! Learn more here.  Get bite-sized daily doses of marriage wisdom delivered straight to your inbox with Dr. Kim's Daily One Thing email. As a subscriber, you'll also be eligible for some awesome freebies!   Dr. Kim's weekly Marriage Multiplier email brings you 4 pieces of practical marriage wisdom in one quick, easy-to-read free weekly email.  Follow Awesome Marriage on Instagram, Facebook and find Dr. Kim on TikTok!