Podcasts about relationship repair

What does it really take to keep intimacy alive after years together? In this episode of hol+, Dr. Taz sits down with Caitlin V, sexologist, educator, coach, author, and host of Good Sex, for a candid conversation about sex, connection, hormones, communication, and the relationship patterns that quietly shape long-term intimacy.Together, they explore why many couples start to feel disconnected over time, especially through the pressures of marriage, parenting, midlife, stress, changing bodies, shifting hormones, and unspoken resentment. Caitlin explains why intimacy is not something couples are simply supposed to “know how to do,” and why learning to talk about sex, desire, needs, and repair can completely change the direction of a relationship.Dr. Taz and Caitlin also discuss the role of men's health, testosterone, cortisol, perimenopause, menopause, performance pressure, emotional shutdown, and the invisible load that many women carry. They unpack why both men and women can check out of a relationship, how resentment builds, and why emotional distance is often one of the earliest signs that a couple needs support.This conversation offers a grounded and hopeful look at how couples can rebuild closeness, not through pressure or blame, but through communication, curiosity, physical connection, appreciation, and a willingness to keep learning each other.If you're listening to this and thinking, “I know something is off in my body, but I don't know where to start,” join the Circle here:

Every conflict in your marriage gives you a choice: will you use it to deepen your connection and grow closer, or will you let it drive you further into resentment and disconnection? In this episode, we explore why genuine apologies are one of the most important repair tools in marriage. You'll learn the science behind why apologies work, what happens when we refuse them or give fake ones, the negative feedback loop that can trap couples in disconnection, and a practical four-step apology process you can start using immediately.We discuss John Gottman's research on repair, the difference between Masters and Disasters of relationships, Terry Real's losing strategies, and how small, sincere repairs can build a rich “culture of repair” in your marriage.Key Resources & Studies Mentioned:Apologies in Close Relationships: A Review of Theory and Research (2015) by Jarrett T. Lewis, Gilbert R. Parra, and Robert Cohen Journal of Family Theory & Review APA PsycNet LinkRefusing to Apologize Can Have Psychological Benefits (2013) by Tyler G. Okimoto and colleagues European Journal of Social PsychologyWhy Won't You Apologize? Healing Big Betrayals and Everyday Hurts by Harriet Lerner AmazonThe Gottman Institute – Research on repair attempts, culture of repair, Negative Sentiment Override, and emotional availability Gottman.comTerry Real's work on Relational Life Therapy and losing strategies (highly recommended: The New Rules of Marriage)Action Step:Try the four-step apology process the next time conflict arises. Notice how it feels and what it does for your connection.If this episode resonated with you, share it with your partner and leave a review. Let us know in the comments: What's one apology you're committed to making this week?Tags: Marriage Advice, Healthy Relationships, Apologies, Conflict Resolution, Gottman Method, Terry Real, Relationship Repair, Emotional IntelligenceGet in TouchWebsite: MasterYourMarriage.usInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/masteryourmarriageFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MasterYourMarriage/

How to Confront a Cheating Spouse Without Pushing Him or Her AwayAnger, fear, and hurt can make confronting a cheating spouse feel impossible. Reacting too quickly, arguing, or offering instant forgiveness can make reconciliation harder, so this episode helps listeners prepare for a confrontation that is calm, clear, loving, and firm.What You'll Learn: How to confront cheating without turning it into a fight or discussion  What to say when you want reconciliation but cannot accept ongoing cheating  How to avoid threats, blame, and emotional overexplaining  Why boundaries matter before forgiveness and reconnection can happen Want to Work With Coach Jack?:For listeners who want help deciding whether to build first, require a choice, or set stronger boundaries after an affair, Coach Jack's Coaching Package for Ending a Spouse's Affair can help them take steadier steps toward either reconciliation or a clear separation path.Key Takeaways: Confrontation should be simple, short, and deliberate.  Love and firmness can work together.  Instant forgiveness can encourage continued cheating.  Boundaries need to be clear and enforceable.  Reconciliation requires the affair to end first. Additional Resources: A Christian Guide to Preventing and Ending Men's Affairs, by Jack Ito PhDOne session consultation with Coach Jack Coaching Package for Ending a Spouse's AffairWork one-on-one with Coach Jack to repair your relationship using small, easy steps that rebuild connection quickly. Visit CoachJackIto.com to learn more about relationship coaching.

Takeaways from this study Own harm even when it wasn't intentional. Leviticus 5 shows that unknown or unintended sin still damages relationships. When you realize harm has occurred, you take responsibility and pursue repair, not excuses. Practice regular, concrete confession. Confession is not just “between me and God.” James 5:16 and Matthew 18 call for honest confession to trusted, mature believers so that healing can begin. Treat hard conversations as a מצוַה mitzvah (command).Confronting sin or hurt in a brother or sister is not optional. Matthew 18 frames it as obedience to God with the goal of restoration, not as a personal preference. Aim for תשוּבָה teshuvah, not punishment. The pattern from Leviticus, Yom Kippur, and 1Corinthians/2Corinthians shows that God's goal is turning and restoration, not simply “winning” a conflict or pushing people away. Repair includes restitution where possible. The אָשָׁם 'asham (guilt offering) reminds us that saying “sorry” is often not enough. When you can, make practical restitution — time, money, reputation, or effort to rebuild trust. Guard your tongue as seriously as any other sin. לָשׁוֹן הָרַע lashon hara‘ (harmful speech, gossip) can quietly destroy reputations and relationships, regardless of our intent. Before you share something about someone with someone else, ask: “Will this heal, or will this wound?” Stay rooted in community and prayer. James 5 and Hebrews 10 assume believers walking together — confessing, praying, and encouraging. Isolation makes sin easier to hide and harder to heal; intentional fellowship makes repentance and restoration more likely. The Torah offerings to the work of the Messiah and to practical congregational life. The goal is to show that God does not ignore hidden failure. Instead, He exposes, forgives, and restores. He also commands His people to imitate that pattern with one another. Hidden and unknown guilt Leviticus 5 addresses sins that are not immediately obvious. They may be hidden, unknown, or unintended, but they still matter. The chapter deals with several situations (Leviticus 5:1–13, 15–19): First, it mentions a person who hears a public adjuration to testify and remains silent (Leviticus 5:1). Silence in the face of known truth incurs guilt. Second, it covers ritual impurity that is not recognized until later (Leviticus 5:2–3). Third, it addresses rash oaths, made without careful thought (Leviticus 5:4). When the person later becomes aware of the sin, “he shall confess that in which he has sinned” (Leviticus 5:5 NASB95). Awareness triggers responsibility. Confession must follow. Ignorance does not cancel harm. Damage to relationships, whether with God or people, remains real. Therefore, repair is not optional. Once a person realizes that a wrong has occurred, he must seek to set it right. Confession and the discipline of return Leviticus 5 is part of a broader biblical call to תְּשׁוּבָה teshuvah (turning, repentance). The root שׁוּב shuv means “to turn” or “return.” Repentance involves turning from a destructive path and returning to God's way. This connects with Apostle Ya’akov’s teaching that knowing the good and refusing to do it is sin (cf. James 4:17). When someone becomes aware of sin, silence or passivity deepens the guilt. Instead, Scripture calls for an active response. Confession in the Bible often uses the Greek verb ὁμολογέω homologeō (to confess, agree). It appears in James 5:16: “Therefore, confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another so that you may be healed” (NASB95). Confession means agreeing with God's verdict about the act. It also means bringing that truth into community, not hiding it in isolation. Congregational repair Matthew 18 is a “bedrock” passage for congregational repair. Messiah Yeshua (Christ Jesus) outlines a path for dealing with sin between believers (Matthew 18:15–17). If a brother sins, one goes to him in private (Matthew 18:15). If he listens, the relationship is restored. If not, one or two spiritually mature believers to join as witnesses (Matthew 18:16). If he still refuses, the matter goes before the wider ἐκκλησία ekklēsia (assembly) (Matthew 18:17). Persistent refusal may lead to distancing the person from the congregation for a time. These confrontations are not optional. They are מִצְוֹת mitzvot (commandments). They are unpleasant, but they form part of faithful obedience. The aim is not punishment. The aim is restoration and תְּשׁוּבָה teshuvah. Restoration, not destruction We see an example of confrontation and restoration in action from Paul’s two surviving letters to the congregation in the cosmopolitan Greek city of Corinth. In 1Corinthians 5, Paul confronts a case of extreme sexual immorality. He insists that such behavior cannot continue among those who represent the holy God. However, the final goal is not permanent exclusion. In 2Corinthians 2:6–8, Paul speaks about restoring a repentant offender. He urges the community to forgive and comfort, so the person is not overwhelmed by sorrow. This is a biblical pattern. Correction must point toward healing, not shaming for its own sake. The Hebrew term used for guilt offering, אָשָׁם 'asham (guilt), has a verbal form that can sound like “ashamed” in English. While this is a memory aid, it’s not a linguistic link. Yet the image helps: guilt that is acknowledged and addressed can move from shame to restoration. God's provision for economic situations in the offerings Leviticus 5 also shows sensitivity to economic status. Different offerings match different financial capacities (Leviticus 5:6–13). A female sheep or goat for those with standard means. Two turtledoves or pigeons for the poor. A measure of fine flour for the very poor. This scaling shows that God does not restrict forgiveness to the wealthy. He provides a path of repair for everyone. We see in Luke 2:22–24, where מִרְיָם Miryam (Mary) and יוֹסֵף Yosef (Joseph) offer birds for the Torah purification offering for a woman after Yeshua's birth. This offering matches the provision for the poor. It indicates their economic status and shows continuity between Torah practice and the life of Yeshua's family. ‘Clean,’ ‘unclean’ and the lesson behind the food laws Leviticus 5 connects with wider purity laws. טָמֵא tamé (ritually unfit, often “unclean”) and טָהוֹר tahor (fit, “clean”). These categories affect whether a person may approach the Sanctuary (Leviticus 5:2–3). We see these two words in Leviticus 11 with the food laws. God sets out a kind of “lifelong fast.” His people may eat some animals, but not others. The purpose goes beyond diet. Leviticus 11:44–45 emphasizes holiness: “Be holy, for I am holy” (NASB 1995). If people treat these commands only as mechanical rules, they miss the point. The rules are signs pointing to a larger lifestyle of holiness (recognizing that God’s ways are largely separate from the degraded behaviors of the world). The food laws remind the people that common influences can contaminate their distinct calling. The heart of fasting In Isaiah 58, we see a correction about the Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) fast. Leviticus 16 commands the people to afflict or humble themselves (עִנָּה ‘inah, from עָנָה ‘anah) on Yom Kippur (Leviticus 16:29–31). This includes fasting from food and water. However, Isaiah 58 confronts a shallow fast. The people complain that God does not notice their fasting (Isaiah 58:3). God responds that their fast lacks justice and mercy. He describes the fast He chooses: to loose bonds of wickedness, to care for the oppressed, the widow, the orphan, and the stranger (Isaiah 58:6–7). A person can “oppress” himself by fasting and yet still oppress others. In that case, the ritual misses its purpose of transformation. True humbling aims to draw closer to God's heart and to love others. Sin “with a high hand” Numbers 15 provides a parallel and expansion to Leviticus 4–5.It describes unintentional sins and their offerings (Numbers 15:22–29). But it also describes deliberate sins. The key phrase is בְּיָד רָמָה b'yad ramah (with a high hand) (Numbers 15:30). This idiom describes arrogant, defiant sin. It corresponds to the category עָוֹן avon (iniquity). Such sin involves not only missing the mark, but resisting God's authority. Numbers 15:30–31 states that the person who acts with a high hand despises the word of the LORD. He shall be cut off from his people. Yom Kippur and the covering of iniquity This as a severe picture. Yet it also points to the special role of the Day of Atonement in covering iniquity — as well as sin (an error) and transgression (more willful). Leviticus 16 describes Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement.Two goats stand at the center of the ritual (Leviticus 16:7–10).One goat is “for the LORD.” Its blood covers the sanctuary and the people's sins, transgressions, and iniquities (Leviticus 16:15–19).The other goat bears the iniquities into the wilderness (Leviticus 16:20–22). This is God's answer even to such an affront and breach of relationship as עָוֹן avon (iniquity). A person who had sinned with a high hand and been cut off still has a path back. He must humble himself deeply on Yom Kippur. He must recognize that without this day he would remain excluded. This pattern reveals God's desire for restoration. He takes sin seriously. Yet He provides a way for even the worst rebellion to be forgiven, if there is genuine תְּשׁוּבָה teshuvah. The offerings as patterns and the work of the Messiah The early chapters of Leviticus as a sequence of offerings: עֹלָה ‘olah (burnt/ascending offering) in Leviticus 1.It represents total consecration, fully consumed on the altar. מִנְחָה minchah (grain/tribute offering) in Leviticus 2.It expresses thanksgiving and dedication of daily provision. שְׁלָמִים shelamim (peace or well-being offerings) in Leviticus 3. They celebrate restored fellowship and contentment (שָׁלוֹם shalom). חַטָּאת ḥaṭṭat (sin/purification offering) in Leviticus 4–5.It focuses on purification from sin, especially unintentional sin. אָשָׁם 'asham (guilt/reparation offering) in Leviticus 5.It deals with guilt that requires restitution. These offerings act as patterns or shadows. They point beyond themselves. The Tabernacle and later the Temple follow the pattern shown to Moses on the mountain (Exodus 25:8–9, 40). They are not the ultimate reality. This points to the actual reality: the Messiah. In the Gospels, Yeshua is identified as the “Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world” (John 1:29 NASB95). This combines themes of Passover (“Lamb of God”) and Yom Kippur (“takes away the sins of the world”). Passover emphasizes protection from wrath. The blood on the doorposts in Exodus 12 causes the destroyer to pass over (Exodus 12:7, 12–13). Yom Kippur emphasizes covering and removal of sins, transgressions, and iniquities (Leviticus 16:21–22). Taken together, these patterns explain Romans 8:1: “Therefore there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus” (NASB95). In God's sight, the wrath has been turned away, and the guilt has been covered and removed. Access to God's presence through the Messiah Under the Torah, casual access to the Holy of Holies means death. Only the high priest could enter, only once a year, and only with blood (Leviticus 16:2–3, 34). Improper approach resulted in judgment, as in the case of Nadab and Abihu (Leviticus 10:1–3). The Letter to the Hebrews presents a mystery. Believers now have confidence to enter the holy place by the blood of Yeshua (Hebrews 10:19–22). The veil is no longer a barrier in the same way. The Messiah acts as a priest forever and opens the Way. This does not make God less holy. Instead, it shows that the Messiah has fully met the holiness standard. Those who trust in Him appear before God clothed in His righteousness, not their own. Confession, prayer and mutual support James 5:16 calls believers to confess sins to one another and to pray for one another. The goal is healing: “The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much” (NASB95). This command assumes a living community. Believers do not walk alone. They speak truth to one another, share burdens, and intercede. Thus we see the importance of gathering together, echoing Hebrews 10:24–25. As trials increase, isolation becomes more dangerous. Community support helps believers continue toward the “finish line,” using the imagery of a race (cf. Hebrews 12:1–2; 1Corinthians 9:24). Speech, gossip and relational damage One practical application involves לָשׁוֹן הָרַע lashon hara‘ (evil tongue, harmful speech). Gossip can cause serious relational damage, even when the speaker did not intend harm. This fits the category of unintentional or unrecognized sin. Once harm becomes evident, the person must acknowledge it. He must seek forgiveness and make restitution where possible. Otherwise, small offenses can snowball into large divisions. This links back to Leviticus 5 and the need to address breaches early. It also aligns with Matthew 5:23–24, where a person must seek reconciliation with a brother before offering a gift at the altar. Community, intercession and global perspective We also have a broader view of community. Believers belong not only to a local assembly but also to a worldwide body. Prayer meetings that include intercession for persecuted believers in various nations reflect this reality. The picture is of a global family that shares one Messiah and one hope. As members suffer or struggle, others pray and support them.This expresses the unity described in passages like 1Corinthians 12:12–27. The hope of restoration To sum up, Scripture presents a coherent pattern: God exposes hidden guilt. He demands confession and repair. He provides offerings and, ultimately, the Messiah as the final answer to sin, transgression, and iniquity. Commands to confront, confess, and restore are not optional ideals. Yet their deepest motive is mercy. God desires teshuvah, a turning back, not destruction. God calls His people to live truthfully, repair relationships, walk in holiness, and trust in His appointed means of atonement. In that way, both individuals and communities move from guilt and brokenness toward healing, peace and restored fellowship with God and with one another. The post ‘I didn’t mean to hurt you’: What the Bible says about unintentional sin and relationship repair (Leviticus 5; Numbers 15; James 5; Matthew 18) appeared first on Hallel Fellowship.

This episode is brought to you by Alma. Visit https://helloalma.com/dg/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=privatepractice to learn more Sign up for the June 2026 Cohort of Shane's Certified Couples Intensive Training (CIT): https://cit.shanebirkel.com/ Get the Couples Therapy 101 course: https://www.couplestherapistcouch.com/ Join the Couples Therapist Inner Circle: https://www.couplestherapistcouch.com/inner-circle-new Join The Couples Therapist Couch Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/295562197518469/ In this solo episode, Shane talks relationship repair. Hear why repair is one of the most underrated skills in a relationship, the research experiments behind relationship repair, why the rupture is inevitable, why repair is so hard for so many couples, and how to help your clients build their capacity for repair.

Struggling with hurt, resentment, or trust issues in your relationship? In this episode, we explore what really happens when love and pain exist at the same time and whether your relationship can truly be repaired. Learn how to regulate emotional triggers, navigate conflict without losing yourself, and understand the difference between repair and incompatibility. We break down a simple framework for healthy communication, rebuilding trust, and creating emotional safety. If you've ever wondered whether to stay, repair, or let go, this episode will help you find clarity and direction.

In this episode of The Stepmom Side Podcast, Alicia is joined by Monica Tanner to talk about how to reignite connection and intimacy in blended families, why stepfamily myths can damage marriages, and what couples can do to create a stronger, healthier relationship.They dive into one of the most controversial but important ideas in blended family life: why the couple relationship has to be the priority. Monica explains what that actually looks like in real life, how to support your partner without making it a competition with the kids, and why children benefit from seeing a healthy relationship modeled in the home.One of the most powerful parts of this episode is Monica's explanation of repair in relationships. She breaks down what repair means, how couples can come back together after conflict, and why healthy relationships are not conflict-free—they are built through harmony, disharmony, and repair.If you are a stepmom feeling disconnected in your marriage, exhausted by blended family stress, or unsure how to rebuild closeness with your partner, this episode will remind you that healthy relationships are built, not found.In this episode:How to rebuild connection and intimacy in blended familiesThe myth that kids should always come before the marriageWhat it means to make the relationship the priority without neglecting the childrenWhy stepfamily structure and united parenting matterConnect with Monica:www.monicatanner.comOn InstagramOn YouTubeSupport the showRegister here for StepmomCon Want a specific topic covered? Let me know here.After you listen to this, tag me on Instagram @aliciakrasko and let me know what you think!Get all the FREE RESOURCES here.Want to learn more about The Stepmom Side community? Here's where you get all the info. Looking forward to connecting with you on the inside.All things Alicia visit www.aliciakrasko.comGet on the list,  get behind the scene info on Stepmom life, and tips delivered to your inbox.

How Long Do Affairs Last?When a spouse's affair keeps going, it can leave you stuck between hope, fear, and the pressure to make the right move before more damage is done. Common reactions like blaming yourself, avoiding boundaries, or copying what worked for someone else can keep you trapped longer. In this episode, Coach Jack explains how to understand your situation more clearly so you can take the next steps that actually help bring the affair to an end.What You'll Learn: How to identify the four factors that most affect how long an affair lasts  How your own security and boundaries can change what is possible in reconciliation  How to tell whether the affair is supplemental, selfish, or a replacement affair  How to choose a response that fits your marriage instead of relying on one-size-fits-all advice Want to Work With Coach Jack? If you want more clarity on what fits your specific situation, Coach Jack's Coaching Package for Ending a Spouse's Affair can help you understand the patterns in your relationship and take steady, practical steps toward reconciliation. Because every affair dynamic is different, personalized coaching can help you focus on the actions that are most likely to move things forward.Key Takeaways: You are not responsible for your spouse's affair.  Boundaries require security.  Different kinds of affairs end in different ways.  Pre-affair relationship damage affects the timeline.  A workable plan matters more than panic. Additional Resources:One-on-one consultation with Coach JackCoaching Package for Ending a Spouse's AffairA Christian Guide to Preventing and Endign Men's Affairs, by Jack Ito PhDQuiz: How Effective Are Your Boundaries?Work one-on-one with Coach Jack to repair your relationship using small, easy steps that rebuild connection quickly. Visit CoachJackIto.com to learn more about relationship coaching.

Does No Contact Work on a Separated Spouse?When a spouse pulls away, giving space can feel like the safest move. But when the relationship is already damaged, no contact often does not rebuild anything and can leave you losing valuable time. In this episode, Coach Jack explains why common pursuit behaviors create more rejection and what helps your spouse feel better about contact instead.What You'll Learn:How to tell when giving space protects a relationship versus when it stalls reconciliationWhy no contact does not make a separated spouse miss you if love, trust, or goodwill are already lowHow needy or persuasive communication increases stress and pushes your spouse further awayWhat kind of gradual, non-pushy reconnection helps rebuild positive contactWant to Work With Coach Jack?If you want help rebuilding connection without creating more rejection, Coach Jack's Re-Connections Coaching Package is designed to help you take the right steps at the right pace. It can help you communicate in ways that reduce pressure, increase safety, and support genuine reconnection.Key Takeaways:Space can reduce damage, but it does not rebuild a relationship by itself.No contact only works when your spouse already fears losing you.Pursuit and persuasion create rejection.Reconnection requires positive interaction.Your spouse must feel better, not worse, after contact.Additional Resources:Trial Separation blog post by Coach JackOvercome Neediness and Get the Love You Want, by Jack Ito PhDRe-Connections Coaching PackageFree DownloadsWork one-on-one with Coach Jack to repair your relationship using small, easy steps that rebuild connection quickly. Visit CoachJackIto.com to learn more about relationship coaching.

If you're replaying a conversation on loop, rewriting what you should have said, and bracing for the one that hasn't happened yet — this episode is for you. The loop isn't a flaw. It's what care looks like when it hasn't found a way through yet.There is a kind of exhaustion that doesn't show up on a calendar. It lives in the background — beneath the decisions, the relationships, the days you did show up for. It sounds like a conversation you've already had, running on repeat.If you're a high achiever or leader who carries a lot of responsibility, you've probably told yourself you should be past this by now. You're not past it. You're human.In this episode you'll recognize:Why the replaying feels productive — but doesn't resolve anythingHow your nervous system uses rehearsal to search for safetyThe identity shift underneath repair: from performing it right to showing up honestlyWhy people deep in their growth journey still end up here — and why that's not failureWhat it actually costs your capacity to leave this loop unnamedToday's Micro Recalibration:Think of the conversation that keeps returning. Notice it — the tightening in your chest, the low hum of something unfinished. Don't solve it. Just say: I'm replaying this because I care. That's not a problem. That's information.For leaders: Notice if a conversation with someone on your team or above you is running in the background — taking up capacity you could bring to the people right in front of you.Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you→ Learn about The Recalibration Cohort→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes.→ Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights→ Download the Misalignment Audit→ Subscribe to the weekly newsletter→ Books to read  (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.)→  One link to all things...

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What happens when a relationship doesn't explode … it just disappears?   In this episode of The Unlock Moment, I'm joined by high-profile US psychologist Dr Josh Coleman to unpack why estrangement happens - and what actually helps when you want to rebuild a relationship that's been lost to distance, conflict, or silence.   We explore the major pathways to estrangement (including cultural change, divorce, political differences, and therapy narratives), why the “old rules” of hierarchy and obligation no longer land the way they once did, and what repair really requires when guilt, logic, and authority fail. Josh shares a practical, compassionate framework for reconciliation: easing off the armour, learning a new language for hard conversations, and understanding a counterintuitive truth - the person who wants the relationship most often has to lead the repair.   This is a conversation about humility without collapse, warmth with strength, and how trust is rebuilt one honest conversation at a time - in families, in teams, and in any relationship that matters.   More from Dr Josh Coleman: Website: DrJoshuaColeman.com Substack: joshuacolemanphd.substack.com The Unlock Moment is hosted by Dr Gary Crotaz, PhD — executive coach, speaker and award-winning author. Downloaded in over 120 countries. Sign up to The Unlock Moment newsletter at https://tinyurl.com/ywhdaazp Find out more at https://garycrotaz.com and https://theunlockmoment.com Also discover his other podcasts, The Box of Keys and Unlock Your Leadership. Follow, subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts — and connect with Dr Gary on LinkedIn for more leadership insights. Part of The Unlock Moment podcast family.

Non-monogamy isn't just more love. It's more feelings, more conversations, and sometimes… a lot more processing.In this episode, I'm sitting down with Candace Sogren, lawyer, former CEO, emotional intelligence facilitator, mom, and author of Poly Agony. She's been ethically non-monogamous for over 20 years, raising a child in community, building non-traditional family structures, and living this life fully out loud.And we're not talking about the cute, Instagram version of polyamory.We're talking about the mistakes. The broken agreements. The repair conversations. The parenting realities. And what it actually takes to make this sustainable.We get into:→ The most common mistakes couples make when opening→ Why repair matters more than perfection→ Raising kids in open relationships without shame→ Transparency vs. disclosure (especially with children)→ Introducing partners in healthy, grounded ways→ The emotional labor of loving more than one personCandace also shares a powerful story about advocating for non-traditional families after being denied custody of children because of her polyamorous identity.This episode is for you if you're opening a relationship, parenting while poly, or just trying to build something that actually fits your heart.Send a textFLOW Nitric Oxide BoosterFLOW brings blood where you want it to go — your brain, your heart, and your pleasure zones. Try your first bottle of FLOW FREE — just pay shipping. Experience the results yourself and cancel anytime. We're confident FLOW will reignite your spark! Support the show

What does a healthy relationship actually feel like? In this guest episode, Myrrhanda Novak shares a grounded, honest reflection on the emotional experience of being in a secure, supportive marriage and why safety, not chaos, is the foundation of real intimacy.This episode covers:Why you do not need to be needed to be lovedThe research behind “turning toward” bids for connectionHow autonomy strengthens commitment rather than threatens itWhat it really means to feel heard in a partnershipEmotional safety and why your nervous system knows the differenceWhy repair and accountability are essential for long-term connectionHow patriarchal narratives can quietly lower women's expectationsHealthy love is not about perfection. It is about two whole adults choosing each other, taking responsibility for themselves, and building an emotional space that feels steady, respectful, and safe. This conversation invites you to reflect on the energy inside your own relationships and what you truly deserve.Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/womendontdothatInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/womendontdothat/TikTok- http://www.tiktok.com/@womendontdothatBlog- https://www.womendontdothat.com/blogPodcast- https://www.womendontdothat.com/podcastNewsletter- https://www.beaconnorthstrategies.com/contactwww.womendontdothat.comYouTube - http://www.youtube.com/@WOMENdontDOthatHow to find Stephanie Mitton:Twitter/X- https://twitter.com/StephanieMittonLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniemitton/beaconnorthstrategies.comTikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@stephmittonInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/stephaniemitton/Interested in sponsorship? Contact us at hello@womendontdothat.comProduced by Duke & CastleOur Latest Blog: https://www.womendontdothat.com/post/i-don-t-do-resolutions-i-do-this-perfect-for-busy-women Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Let us know what you think about the podcast!Episode 205:  How to Reconnect with an Estranged Adult Child by Calming Your Righting Reflex  What if the harder you try to help your adult child, the more they pull away? In this episode, we talk about why your adult child won't talk to you, how our child-centered parenting culture has increased anxiety for both parents and kids, and how that anxiety is now playing out in your relationship with your grown child. Tina Gosney is a family conflict coach and family life educator. This episode is grounded in a research-based article from Family Process called “Balanced Parenting,” which uses Bowen Family Systems Theory to explain why so many loving parents feel responsible for their adult child's emotions—and why that often backfires. This episode is for you if: You're wondering, “Why won't my adult child talk to me?”You feel like “my adult child is pulling away” and you're walking on eggshellsYou've searched for “how to reconnect with an estranged adult child” or “how to fix a broken relationship with adult child”You sometimes think, “I feel rejected by my adult child” and don't know how to make it betterYou're scared this might end in adult children cutting off parents, and you don't want that to be your storyYou'll see how our anxious, child-focused culture trained you to over-function for your child's emotions, and how that same pattern can make adult children feel watched, judged, or controlled. What we cover: What the research on Balanced Parenting says about parents taking on too much emotional responsibilityHow the righting reflex (the urge to fix, correct, and rescue) shows up in parenting adult children relationshipsHow anxiety gets passed around the family system when no one has learned to manage their ownWhy your adult child may shut down or distance themselves when you're “only trying to help”A new, balanced, differentiation-based approach that helps you calm yourself instead of trying to manage your adult childYou'll leave with a clearer understanding of the big picture—and some first steps to start changing  If you're tired of reacting to what's happening in your family and want more internal calm and confidence, I'd love to support you. Reset to Connection runs live February 2–6 at 9 a.m. Mountain Time, with short daily sessions and replays available.  We'll focus on getting off the emotional roller coaster and creating confidence. The registration link is below. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Tina Gosney is the Family Conflict Coach. She works with parents who have families in conflict to help them become the grounded, confident leaders their family needs. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with us: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/tinagosneycoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tinagosneycoaching ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tina is certified in family relationships and a trauma informed coach. Visit tinagosney.com for more information on coaching services.

In this episode, Ashley welcomes close friend, community builder, and "Vulnerable AF" workshop creator Veronica Kaulinis for a powerful and heartfelt conversation on vulnerability, self-honesty, and authentic connection. As My Space enters a meaningful transition, this wrap-up conversation invites listeners into a deeper exploration of what it truly means to be seen, by others and by yourself. Veronica shares her personal evolution from wearing emotional "masks" in relationships to creating spaces where honesty, courage, and intimacy can thrive. Ashley and Veronica dive into the real work of vulnerability: why it feels risky, why we avoid it, and how choosing honesty can transform our relationships. They unpack common blocks like fear of conflict, fear of being "too much," and fear of losing love, while offering grounded, practical tools to navigate difficult conversations with integrity. This episode is a reminder that vulnerability isn't about oversharing, it's about taking responsibility, telling the truth, and creating connection through presence and repair.   In This Episode, You'll Learn: • Why self-honesty is the foundation of vulnerability and authentic connection • How wearing "masks" in relationships disconnects us,  and how to stop • Powerful journaling prompts to uncover what you're not saying and why • How to have brave, uncomfortable conversations without abandoning yourself • The role of somatic experiencing and authentic relating in emotional intimacy • Common fears that block vulnerability, including conflict, messiness, and loss • What "repair conversations" are and how they can heal relational ruptures • Why taking responsibility beats victimhood in building trust and intimacy • How vulnerability with yourself creates deeper, more fulfilling relationships   This episode is for anyone craving deeper connection, struggling with honesty in relationships, or ready to stop performing and start showing up as their true self, whether in love, friendship, community, or personal growth. Visit shopify.com/youturn and only pay $1 for your first month's trial. Connect with Veronica Kaulinis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veronicakaulinis/?hl=en Newsletter: https://www.veronicakaulinis.com/newsletter Workshops: linktr.ee/veronicakaulinis Connect with Ash: https://www.instagram.com/ashleystahl/ Want to become a professional speaker and skyrocket your personal brand?  Ashley's team at Wise Whisper Agency offers a done-with-you method to get your signature talk written and booked and it's helped more than 100 clients onto the TEDx stage! Head over to WiseWhisperAgency.com/speak  

It's a wrap! Lorraine & Trish share their favourite funny moments & useful learnings from this season's expert & celebrity guests, including how to get into a fitness & strength mindset, what feeling anger & rage is trying to tell you, harnessing your vital midlife energy & the one question to ask yourself whenever you feel overwhelmed that's guaranteed to reframe everything.Plus: manifesting for beginners & a very unexpected thing to do with an avocado Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stopping destructive behaviors is only the beginning. In recovery after betrayal, many partners achieve behavioral sobriety but struggle with emotional sobriety—the ability to regulate, integrate, and share emotions in real time. In this episode, we'll break down the psychology of emotional sobriety, how compartmentalization keeps couples stuck, and what moving toward integration looks like for both the betrayed partner and the one seeking recovery.Thank you for tuning in!We're here to support couples healing from infidelity and betrayal, offering encouragement, practical skills, and expertise each week. As certified relational recovery coaches, we are passionate about guiding you toward hope, empathy, and lasting healing.Stay connected with us and access all the resources we offer—coaching sessions, groups, and more—by visiting this link.Your Hosts:Hali RoderickCertified Relational Recovery CoachTICC, ACC, APSATS CPC, ERCEM-C, Brainspotting PractitionerRead Hali's BioStephanie HambyCertified Relational Recovery CoachMCLC, ACC, APSATS CPC, ERCEM-CRead Stephanie's Bio

Struggling with relationship anxiety and fear of intimacy or rejection? This episode will guide you through anxious and avoidant attachment patterns, to the core healing that can help us find confidence and security in relationships.I'm joined by Trevor Hanson, a marriage and family therapist who has helped thousands of individuals and couples heal attachment wounds and build secure, connected, confident relationships. His work has been featured by the Gottman Institute, and he's the founder of The Art of Healing, where he teaches frameworks for transforming insecurity into emotional safety.We break down the real reasons we often feel insecure, anxious, avoidant, or fearful in relationships… and how to finally feel secure, grounded, and confident in love. You'll learn the tools, communication shifts, and emotional skills that create safe + connected relationships.In this episode, we cover:How to build real confidence in relationships (and the cost of not working on your confidence)Why insecurity, fear, and jealousy appear — even in good relationshipsPractical tools for anxious attachment self-soothingWhy fear is the #1 killer of relationships and how to move through itHow avoidant partners can build emotional intimacy without feeling overwhelmedFear-based motivation vs love-based motivationHow to navigate communication “landmines'How to support a partner who feels fear or anxiety in the relationshipThe TEMPO framework and how it interrupts anxious spiralsFollow Trevor on InstagramTrevor's website: https://theartofhealingbytrevor.com  Sign up for our monthly adulting newsletter:teachmehowtoadult.ca/newsletter Follow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!Cass Morrow, Author of Disrupting Divorce: The NEW Man. Saving Struggling, Sexless, and Toxic Marriages.Kathryn Morrow, Author of Behind The White Picket Fence.There's Another Man Waiting for Her!Most men don't realize they've lost their wife long before she ever leaves.In this raw episode, Cass and Kathryn break down what happens when emotional disconnection creates space for someone else to step in. This isn't about blame — it's about awareness, honesty, and rebuilding trust before it's too late.

 How Do I Know if My Spouse Really Wants a Divorce, or Is Just Angry? If your spouse says he or she wants a divorce, it can be hard to know whether it's real or just anger talking. In this episode of Reconciling Marriages with Coach Jack, you'll learn how to recognize when divorce talk is a warning sign—and what to do before it becomes final. Coach Jack explains why some threats are actually desperate attempts to reconnect, and how the right response can turn crisis into renewal.What You'll LearnWhy some spouses threaten divorce even when they don't want oneThe difference between emotional reactions and real divorce intentionsHow resentment and low interaction erode connection over timeWhat steps you can take to rebuild love, trust, and value in your marriageWant to Work With Coach Jack? If your spouse is saying he or she wants a divorce and you don't know what's real, Coach Jack can help you restore your marriage through his Re-Connections Coaching Package.Additional Resources How to Rebuild Your Marriage in 7 Steps (Podcast)7 Separation Boundaries that Promote Reconciliation after Separation (Podcast)Work one-on-one with Coach Jack to repair your relationship using small, easy steps that rebuild connection quickly. Visit CoachJackIto.com to learn more about relationship coaching.

Why do people cheat? It's one of the most painful questions in relationships—and the answers are more complex than you might think. In this episode of the Dildo Whisperer, we break down what counts as cheating, explore the differences in how gender impacts infidelity, and uncover the most common reasons people stray. We'll also look at the impact cheating has on couples and discuss whether relationships can truly heal after betrayal. Send the us your sex and relationship questions and maybe you will inspire the next episode of The Dildo Whisperer. We have two ways to reach the show. You can call into our show at 844-695-2766 or you can email us at Askthedw@gmail.com. Follow us on social media @dildowhisperer The Dildo Whisperer is produced by DNR Studios. To subscribe to this show and the rest of the DNR Network of shows including the Cookie Jar Podcast visit: www.dnrstudios.com

Discover how to love deeply without losing yourself. In this episode, we explore the beauty of healthy love, what happens when unhealed parts show up, and how to navigate the breaking point without self-abandonment. Learn why love alone isn't enough and the essential skills of safety, repair, emotional regulation, and boundaries. Gain practical ways to stay rooted, even in conflict, and build a relationship that's resilient, connected, and truly sustainable.

Sometimes there is a gap between two energies. You may not be all that certain as to why, but you know things are different. Was it something you said or did? Is your friend just super busy? Maybe they are in a new relationship? Either way, I will attempt to unpack some common feelings about this little ride..

“We're taught how to fall in love, but not how to stay there.” So in today's must-listen episode, I chat with renowned relationship repair expert Baya Voce, MSW, to learn the art of repair, and how to maintain love and connection through conflict.Arguments happen (they're an important part of relationships and individuation!) — but they don't have to break your bond. In this powerful episode, we dive into proven tools for transforming conflict into deeper connection, and Baya's strategies for building better communication, boundaries, and emotional safety.If you're in love, want love, or care about love, this is your roadmap for working towards interdependence, rebuilding trust, and creating love that lasts.With an MSW from Columbia University, Baya specializes in couples counselling and MDMA-assisted couples therapy research, and is supervised by the incredible Esther Perel!  Her work has been featured in a TED Talk, on Vice, Forbes, MTV, and ABC, and her videos on everything from boundaries, to using AI for therapy, to navigating jealousy, have been viewed by millions.Tune in as we explore:

This is Season 8 Angelic Reformation®, and this episode is about the Relationship Repair process, a spiritual development tool that enacts specifically requested actions for the benefit - you guessed it - your relationships. This 16 minute process helps all kinds of relationships by creating harmony and oneness with all particles of matter in the universe, and impacts all times: past, present, and future. Learn more about Relationship Repair here.  Become a patron angel of the podcast at patreon.com/letsgetmeta. Enjoy the episode!

Having a strong sense of self is the key fundamental tool to creating strong relationships. Only when we have a sense of belonging to ourselves, a sense of our worth and value, of our inherent goodness even amidst our flaws and weaknesses, can we show up in the relationship circle as an equal partner. The stronger our sense of self, the greater our capacity for emotional, mental, and sexual connection. Thanks for listening!  Want to learn more about this concept?  Check out these podcasts: #272 Stay In Your Lane on Apple on Spotify #371  Relationship Circle on Apple on Spotify #372 Why Our Relationships Need Validation on Apple on Spotify #373 Safety in the Relationship Circle on Apple on Spotify #374 Creating More Safety in Your Relationship on Apple on Spotify #331 Sense of Self on Apple on Spotify #332 Sense of Self – It's All In Your Head on Apple on Spotify #333 Sense of Self and Dating on Apple on Spotify #334 Sense of Self and Marriage on Apple on Spotify #335 Sense of Self and Parenting on Apple on Spotify #336 Sense of Self and Our Spirituality on Apple on Spotify #337 Sense of Self and Our Sexuality on Apple on Spotify #349 It's Okay If People Don't Like You on Apple on Spotify Are you curious about what it would be like to work with me? Here are three options: Sense of Self classes and Group coaching classes are available at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Talk with Tanya is a free monthly webinar where you can ask me anything and we can have a great discussion.  You can sign up for that at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Interested in a free 90-minute coaching/consult with me?  Access my calendar at: https://tanyahalecalendar.as.me/  

Are conflicts and growing emotional distance leaving you feeling exhausted and disconnected from your partner? Many couples find themselves in a cycle of frustration, where misunderstandings and unresolved arguments create a gap that feels impossible to close. You might be wondering if it's possible to restore the connection you once cherished. In this episode, we talk with Arkadiy Volkov, a registered psychotherapist and founder of Feel Your Way Therapy. Arkadiy, who specializes in couples therapy, shares his unique insights on how to move "From Conflict to Connection."Drawing on his experience and faith-based approach, he explains why communication breakdowns and emotional distance are so common and, most importantly, how couples can begin to heal. Tune in to discover how to: ✅ Address frequent misunderstandings and feel truly heard by your partner. ✅ Bridge emotional distance and rebuild a sense of closeness. ✅ Navigate persistent conflicts and find lasting resolution. This episode will show you that hope is never lost for your relationship and that healing is possible. Topics Covered Relationship conflict, couples communication, emotional distance, relationship repair, marriage counseling, couples therapy, dating advice, communication skills, building intimacy, emotional connection, Christian counseling, family life. Find Arcadiy here: https://www.feelyourwaytherapy.ca/   Did you enjoy this episode and would like to share some love?  

When we feel safe in our relationships, we feel we can show up with more vulnerability.  When we show up with more vulnerability, we create more emotional and physical intimacy.  But oftentimes, the behaviors we are engaging in in our relationships put the other person into protective mode rather than feeling safe, and so we struggle to create the connected relationships we really desire.  In this podcast we will talk about ten ways we can create more of a safe space for our person. Thanks for listening!  Want to learn more about this concept?  Check out these podcasts: #218 Honest Relationships #243 Having More Honest Communication #244 The Relationship Circle #284 Why Vulnerability Matters #295 Safety in the Relationship Circle #326 Stop Being Right, Start Being Safe #331 Sense of Self #332 Sense of Self – It's All In Your Head #333 Sense of Self and Dating #334 Sense of Self and Marriage #341 Choosing to Be All In #344 Are You a Safe Place for Vulnerability? #347 The Self Care of Relationship Repair #357 How to Be More Understanding #359 10 Ways to Be a Safer Spouse #364 Relationship Neglect Are you curious about what it would be like to work with me? Here are three options: Group coaching classes are available at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Talk with Tanya is a free monthly webinar where you can ask me anything and we can have a great discussion.  You can sign up for that at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Interested in a free 90-minute coaching/consult with me?  Access my calendar at: https://tanyahalecalendar.as.me/  

A strong, healthy relationship is one in which we create a very safe place for each person to be 100% themselves. So many of us did not learn growing up what it means to be in a relationship this way.  If you're like me, you thought that growing up and getting married would mean that you would have someone to love you, to shore up your insecurities, to validate you, or to agree with your opinions.  Strong, happy relationships are places to learn how to be more loving and kind and show up in a space of US rather than a space of ME.  In this podcast we are digging a little deeper into what it means to show up in relationship to create a safe space for our partner. Thanks for listening!  Want to learn more about this concept?  Check out these podcasts: #244 The Relationship Circle #296 Creating More Safety in Your Relationship #326 Stop Being Right, Start Being Safe #331 Sense of Self #332 Sense of Self – It's All In Your Head #333 Sense of Self and Dating #334 Sense of Self and Marriage #344 Are You a Safe Place for Vulnerability? #347 The Self Care of Relationship Repair #357 How to Be More Understanding #364 Relationship Neglect #369 Normal, Difficult, Human Interactions Are you curious about what it would be like to work with me? Here are three options: Group coaching classes are available at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Talk with Tanya is a free monthly webinar where you can ask me anything and we can have a great discussion.  You can sign up for that at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Interested in a free 90-minute coaching/consult with me?  Access my calendar at: https://tanyahalecalendar.as.me/

Clement Manyathela speaks to Leigh Joy, a Relationship coach about how real time relationship repair, Parallel Play and a shared language can be three habits couples use to stay connected over the years. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some conversations are uncomfortable, but avoiding them comes with a cost.You want a more successful career, a more fulfilling relationship, a more meaningful life? What if all that's standing in your way — are the conversations that you're avoiding?“Most things that we want in life are on the other side of a difficult conversation,” says Jenn Wynn, a professor at NYU Stern School of Business and previously the director of education at the Obama Foundation. For nearly 10 years, she has taught a course on difficult conversations that equips people to communicate through discomfort in pursuit of what they want. “Sometimes it's a difficult conversation with a loved one, a colleague, a boss… sometimes it's a difficult conversation with myself,” she says. “Are you going to give up on your biggest dreams because you weren't willing to step out of your comfort zone?”In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Wynn and host Matt Abrahams discuss how to build the “hard but worth-it skills” necessary for difficult communication. Whether it's asking for a raise, setting boundaries, or addressing conflict, Wynn's insights show that the conversations you're avoiding aren't just holding you back — they're keeping you from the life you really want.To listen to the extended Deep Thinks version of this episode, please visit FasterSmarter.io/premium.Episode Reference Links:Jenn WynnThe H.I. Note: Healing Inspirations from LifeEp.22 Under Pressure: How to Communicate Clearly and Timely During a Crisis  Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (02:27) - Understanding Difficult Conversations (04:44) - Developing Emotional Intelligence (05:44) - Self-Awareness, Pause, Reframe (07:59) - Common Communication Barriers (09:55) - Listening for Understanding (12:32) - Using AI for Communication (14:24) - Creating Psychological Safety (17:00) - The Final Three Questions (23:45) - Conclusion   ********This Episode is brought to you by Strawberry.me. Get $50 off coaching today at Strawberry.me/smartBecome a Faster Smarter Supporter by joining TFTS Premium.

The Healing Power of Honesty: Trauma, Truth, and Relationship Repair Episode Summary: In this episode of The Human Intimacy Podcast, Dr. Kevin Skinner and MaryAnn Michaelis take a deep dive into the role of honesty in trauma recovery and relational healing. The conversation begins with MaryAnn recounting a personal traumatic experience of being held at gunpoint and how it changed her sense of safety and interaction with the world. Together, they explore how honesty with ourselves and others helps reprocess trauma, fosters emotional congruence, and sets the foundation for mental and relational well-being. The discussion expands to topics such as the danger of minimizing experiences, the impact of secrets in relationships, the importance of safe disclosure, and the difference between radical honesty and emotionally responsible honesty. They address the nuances of when, how, and why to tell the truth—whether in moments of betrayal or in everyday interactions. Drawing from clinical experience and research, the hosts emphasize that honesty isn't just about facts—it's a healing process that reconnects us to ourselves and to those we love. Key Themes Covered: Trauma and the importance of finding safety after harm Emotional congruence and the danger of self-deception How dishonesty (even subtle) erodes trust and mental health The role of disclosure in healing betrayal trauma How to be honest without overwhelming or harming others The neuroscience of honesty and emotional regulation Rupture and repair as foundations for resilient relationships Balancing rigorous honesty with emotional responsibility Resources Mentioned: Quote by David Viscott: “If you lived honestly, your life would heal itself.” Book: Facing Codependence by Pia Mellody Explores how early life experiences shape adult behavior and emotional health. Book: Dopamine Nation by Dr. Anna Lembke Highlights how honesty activates the prefrontal cortex, aiding in emotional regulation and reducing compulsive behavior. 12-Step Traditions: Emphasis on "rigorous honesty" and the adage “We are as sick as our secrets.” Peggy Vaughan's Research on Disclosure: Found that 86% of couples who openly talk about the details of betrayal stay together, compared to 55% who do not. Clinical concept: Rupture and Repair Healthy relationships aren't free of conflict; they thrive through honest repair. Therapeutic concept: Congruence (from Carl Rogers) Healing begins when our internal experience aligns with our external expression. Story from Patrick Carnes: A family laughing about a traumatic event illustrates the confusion caused by cognitive dissonance and emotional invalidation. Call to Action: Take a moment to reflect: Where might you be avoiding honesty with yourself or someone close to you? Are there unspoken truths or emotions that need a safe space to be acknowledged? Consider journaling or speaking with a trusted person or therapist about your experience. Being honest doesn't mean being harsh—it means being real. And in that reality, healing begins.

It can be so easy to neglect the relationships we most value because we have this ideas that they will always be there. And then, because of the neglect, they are no longer there. We may still be married, but we are distant and disconnected, and it can seem daunting to find our way back to connection. But it is possible to change the trajectory of our disconnected relationship and come back into feeling close and connected again. It will take some courage, it will take some intentional efforts, and it will require vulnerability, but you can do it if you really decide it's what you want. Thanks for listening!  Want to learn more about this concept?  Check out these podcasts: #244 The Relationship Circle #289 Why Our Relationships Need Validation. #295 Safety in the Relationship Circle #296 Creating More Safety in Your Relationships #298 Friendship In Marriage #302 Gottman's Four Horsemen – Destroying Relationships Has Never Been So Easy #341 Choosing To Be All In #342 What Does Vulnerability Look Like? #343 Greatest Hits – Why Vulnerability Matters #344 Are You a Safe Place for Vulnerability? #347 The Self Care of Relationship Repair #357 How to Be More Understanding Check out this article: https://positivepsychology.com/neuroscience-of-gratitude/ Are you curious about what it would be like to work with me? Here are three options: Group coaching classes are available at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Talk with Tanya is a free monthly webinar where you can ask me anything and we can have a great discussion.  You can sign up for that at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Interested in a free 90-minute coaching/consult with me?  Access my calendar at: https://tanyahalecalendar.as.me/

Many of us dream of living a luxurious life, and we tend to confine that idea to materialistic luxury, houses and cars and clothing and jewelry and travel, all the things money can buy. And yet there is another type of luxury I want to talk about with you today, and it's the luxury of living in alignment with our God-given possibility, the luxury of living a life that creates more energy than it expends, a life of feeling amazing in the love we have for ourselves, for others, and for God. This is luxury that feels like a pearl of great price, something we are willing to sacrifice our tolerable life for. Thanks for listening!  Want to learn more about this concept?  Check out these podcasts: #130 Exploring Our Darkness #183 Taking Risks and Becoming #204 Being a Peacemaker #218 Honest Relationships #238 Overflow #241 Forgiving Others #243 Having More Honest Relationships #271 Equal Partnerships #287 Equality in Your Relationships and Your Self-Worth #299 Love Is Not a Reward #309 What An Equal Relationship Looks Like #331 Sense of Self #332 Sense of Self – It's All In Your Head #333 Sense of Self and Dating #334 Sense of Self and Marriage #335 Sense of Self and Parenting #347 The Self Care of Relationship Repair #357 How to Be More Understanding Are you curious about what it would be like to work with me? Here are three options: Group coaching classes are available at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Talk with Tanya is a free monthly webinar where you can ask me anything and we can have a great discussion.  You can sign up for that at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Interested in a free 90-minute coaching/consult with me?  Access my calendar at: https://tanyahalecalendar.as.me/

On this week's episode of the Raising Confident Girls podcast, host Melissa Jones dives into the powerful dynamic of the mother-daughter relationship—and how intentional communication can nurture lasting emotional bonds. Whether you're navigating the everyday ups and downs or working through more intense conflict, Melissa explores how moms can build stronger, more connected relationships with their daughters through empathy, presence, and practical strategies.This episode focuses on empowering caregivers to show up during the tough moments, initiate meaningful repair after conflict, and create rituals that foster emotional connection and trust. Tune in to discover:Why consistent, open communication is essential to a healthy mom-daughter relationship.How to navigate conflict with care, and why repair is a crucial step in emotional bonding.Practical ways to show up for your daughter, even during high-stress or emotionally charged situations.The role of shared rituals in strengthening trust and emotional intimacy.How recognizing your daughter's efforts can build confidence and mutual respect.By focusing on emotional support, conflict resolution, and connection-building, this episode offers compassionate guidance for anyone seeking to deepen their bond with their daughter—and raise a more confident, emotionally resilient girl.Download the Quick Tips PDF of today's episode for future reference.If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let's work together to raise the next generation of confident girls.Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

After the cameras stopped rolling in “She Got Triggered. He Got Scared,” (LISTEN NOW) Trey and Lauren weren't done. In this raw and revealing follow-up, Trey shares what happened immediately after filming ended—and why he wasn't OK with having his ability to see a better way shut down. Lauren recounts their intense phone call and the moment Trey asked her, “How are you going to attend to this?” Her response? A scheduled TRE session with her coach, Robyn. Trey's reaction? Deep respect.Together, they unpack what's theirs to work on individually—and what belongs to the space between them. Lauren dives into Human Design, bringing her books to the “marketplace” for some solo reflection, and discovers some of the keys to understanding their friction: electromagnetic channel 52-9. She finally sees why Trey thrives in details and she in vision—and why that sometimes pulls them apart.This episode is a conversation about owning your work, respecting each other's design, and giving one another the freedom to get it wrong. Lauren offers a heartfelt apology for trying to dim Trey's superpowers in an effort to make him more like her. This one's tender, honest, and filled with lightbulb moments.

In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore why addressing issues—one at a time—is essential to building the relationship you truly want. We discuss how unspoken micro-resentments can quietly erode connection, the spiritual power of restriction to transform conflict, and the critical difference between compromise and sacrifice. If you've ever stayed silent to keep the peace or confused giving in with giving love, this one's for you.

Send us a textWhat really gets in the way of good communication in relationships? (Hint: It's not just forgetting to text back.)In this fun, flirty, and deeply informative episode, Andrea Knoche sits down with relationship coach Aly Bullock for a juicy conversation about what makes love last—and what secretly chips away at it. From decoding defensiveness and learning how to actually say “I'm sorry” (and mean it!) to the magic of love languages and staying connected in the bedroom, nothing is off-limits.They dish on why we get triggered, how mindfulness plays a role in our connections, and why rediscovering shared passions might be the spark your relationship needs. You'll also hear how the Paired app is helping couples everywhere communicate better, faster, and with a lot more clarity.Whether you're in a relationship, navigating the single life, or somewhere in between, this episode is packed with laughs, “aha” moments, and actionable tips to help you deepen your connection—with yourself and your partner.Tune in now to flirt smarter, fight better, and fall deeper in love.

Let's face it, men. There's a silent struggle many of us face, one that eats away at our relationships, our self-respect, and our ability to be present fathers and husbands: porn addiction. Yeadon Smith is a husband, father of four redheads, apartment buyer, mentor at My First Million In Multifamily, co-host of the "Porn to Purpose" podcast , and the Co-Founder of Live Oak Capital, a commercial real estate investment firm focusing on multifamily apartment properties, offering investment opportunities to private investors. Become the best husband and leader you can: www.thedadedge.com/mastermind Today, he steps into the light to share his raw and powerful journey of breaking free. This isn't a lecture; it's a real conversation with a guy who's been in the trenches and found his way out. Yeadon doesn't sugarcoat the awkward moments or the serious consequences of this addiction. He shares the triggers, the lies we tell ourselves, and the practical steps he took to reclaim his life after over 700 days of recovery. In this episode, you'll gain insight into: The insidious ways porn addiction takes root and escalates. The devastating impact it has on intimacy and trust in marriage. Concrete tools and strategies Yeadon implemented for lasting freedom. How to confront the shame and start the journey toward healing. The profound positive changes that recovery brings to fatherhood and manhood. Consider these realities: Neurological studies indicate that the reward pathways in the brain respond to pornography in ways similar to addictive substances. Relationship research consistently shows a strong negative correlation between pornography use and marital satisfaction. Personal accounts within recovery communities highlight the significant improvements in self-esteem and overall well-being after breaking free from porn addiction. If you're wrestling with this or care about someone who is, this episode offers a message of hope and a tangible path toward lasting freedom.   ---------------------------- Gentlemen, if you're ready to level up, don't miss The Forge: A Gathering of Men—an exclusive event created by leaders like Connor Beaton, Larry Hagner, Matt Beaudreau, and Ryan Michler to help you connect, grow, and become the best version of yourself. Learn more at The Men's Forge. ----------------------------   www.thedadedge.com/521 www.themensforge.com | www.thedadedge.com/alliance Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Porn to Purpose Website ➤ www.porntopurpose.com

Final episode in the 3 part series on Relationship Repair. Healing relationship wounds can feel daunting and elusive. With a few key relationship repair tools, you will be able to approach cyclical relationship conflicts with a new lens. Today we'll explore some tools to help you and your loved ones navigate the murky waters of disappointment, unmet needs, and hurt feelings with emotional maturity and unconditional love (for yourself AND your people)!In this episode, we'll answer questions like:How do I reconnect with my teen/partner after ruptures?Why do ruptures keep happening? What is the point?What's really going on behind the scene when we're disconnected?Order my book SHADOW DANCE: https://www.amazon.com/SHADOW-DANCE-Conscious-Account-Authentic/dp/B0B4SJH2S4 Get my FREE Lifeline PDF: https://mailchi.mp/b8857925e91a/mbklifeline Follow me on Instagram: @marybethkoenesFollow me on Facebook: MaryBeth KoenesSupport the show

Our egos can cloud the value of our relationships, creating disconnection and shielding us from vulnerability. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we delve deeper into the topic of difficult conversations. Explore how conflict and differences between partners aren't a flaw but a gift. Even when relationships end, there's wisdom to be gained. Tune in to uncover how friction can foster growth and deepen our connections.

All relationships struggle, so all relationships need repair. Knowing how to repair is an essential skill for creating healthy and happy relationships, and that darn ego of ours can make it so difficult to show up in loving and kind ways because it wants to be right and it wants to prove to our spouse how wrong they are. But learning to show up creating a safe space for our spouse, especially in the context of a relationship struggle, is a valuable relationship tool that will change the trajectory of your relationship, while at the same time providing you with the self-care necessary to increase your sense of self and continue to show up better and better. Thanks for listening!  Want to learn more about this concept?  Check out these podcasts: 3 Resolving Conflict 37 Self-Care 86 Is Self-Care Being Selfish? 92 Clean Love 110 The Cost of Being Right 118 100% Responsibility 151 Connection 161 Developing More Intimacy in Your Relationships 167 I Didn't Sign Up for This 219 The Truth About the Struggle 242 Circling Back Around 244 The Relationship Circle 245 Transactional Relationships 251 Contention is a Choice 282 What We A re Really Fighting About 289 Why Our Relationships Need Validation 295 Safety in the Relationship Circle 296 Creating More Safety in Your Relationship 326 Stop Being Right, Start Being Safe 331 – 337 Sense of Self series Are you curious about what it would be like to work with me? Here are three options: Group coaching classes are available at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Talk with Tanya is a free monthly webinar where you can ask me anything and we can have a great discussion.  You can sign up for that at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Interested in a free 90-minute coaching/consult with me?  Access my calendar at: https://tanyahalecalendar.as.me/

Hard conversations are inevitable, but they don't have to be destructive. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore how to navigate difficult discussions without letting the ego take over. By choosing transformation over reactivity, we can turn conflict into connection. Tune in to learn how spiritual work can help you embrace tough conversations and move forward with wisdom and purpose.