Stronger Marriage Connection

Stacy Goulding joins Dr. Dave Schramm to discuss how she is able to help educate youth about reproductive health. She also shares some tips for couples to have positive intimate relationships.About Stacy Goulding:Stacy is a licensed health educator that has spent the last decade teaching at-risk youth aboutreproductive health. She's passionate about preparing couples for a positive intimaterelationship in their marriage. She believes everyone deserves comprehensive research basedinformation about how the body works. Thus her true intimacy class was created. She'scurrently developing a class for parents to teach kids of all ages about healthy sexuality. She also was a wellness coach specializing in women and postpartum wellness. In addition to teaching Stacy loves cycling, dancing, kayaking, pickleball and classic rock. She resides in Utah with her husband and two sons.Insights:“And it's really simple. And you can also approach it from, ‘where do babies come from,’ andyou start small and grow with your kids' development.” -Stacy Goulding“I think overall being authentic is really important. It's okay to tell your kid I've never given a sex talk before where I wasn't given the sex talk before or I'm feeling nervous, because this is my first time or I don't want to say it wrong. But you can say those things. And just say, but this is so important, I think it is worth going through the awkward or the uncomfortable to discuss this.” -Stacy Goulding"It's not like "Don't do it, it's bad!". It's like "No, sex is amazing when there are proper boundaries and values in place." Especially with teens right now, they want to know "why?". There are not just listening to Mom & Dad said so, they don't care. So giving them the "why?" really matters. "Hey I want you to have this in the future. Let's get there through this healthier and safer path." -Stacy GouldingInvites:Look at the courses that Stacy has to offer on her website.If you have children, start today by talking positively about their bodies and the waysthat you show affection with your partner.Learn about consent and how you can implement asking for consent in your relationshipor marriage.Stacy's Links:https://stacylyncoaching.com/instagram: @stacylyn_coaching Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways:Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org Podcast.stongermarriage.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLife TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/ Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579 Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.com http://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/

Laura Parry joins Dr. Dave Schramm to discuss tips that help couples to transition toparenthood. Laura shares her insight and experience on how partners can support each otherduring this stressful time.About Laura ParryLaura holds a Master's of Social Work from the University of Utah, and in 2019 became certified in perinatal mental health. In addition to helping clients through the perinatal period, she enjoys working with those experiencing faith transitions. She earned a clinical yoga certification in 2021 and loves using the healing power of yoga, nature and therapy for clients and for herself. She lives in Lehi with her husband, three kids, two cats, and one dog and loves reading, hiking and playing the piano.Insights“I would want people to know that your relationship can not just survive, but you can thrive even if there's been a change and relationship and faith in religion.” - Laura Parry“I also want women to know that this is a vulnerable time for them, it can be a hard time,obviously, it comes with a lot of excitement and joy to hopefully, but that they're allowed to feel the whole range of emotions that come with a transition as big as having a baby.” -Laura ParryInvitesCheck out the resources at rootsbranceswellness.comIf you’re preparing to have a baby, sit down with your partner to talk about the SHRIMPacronym and talk about your expectations for when the baby arrives.Learn more about understanding faith transitions by talking with someone who has gone or is going through one.Laura's Linkshttps://www.rootsbrancheswellness.comInstagram: @_lauraparry Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways:StrongerMarriage.orgpodcast.strongermarriage.orgFacebook: StrongerMarriage.orgInstagram: @strongermarriagelifeDr. Dave Schramm:https://drdaveschramm.comhttps://drdavespeaks.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDaveUSUFacebook Marriage Group: Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org Podcast.stongermarriage.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLife TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/ Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579 Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.com http://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/

Kevin and Racy Parr joining Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to talk about theirexperience in a blended family and 28 years of marriage.About Kevin & Tracey ParrKevin and Tracy Parr have been married for 28 years and run a business together in St. George,UT. They have 3 kids together with two that struggle with mental health illnesses. They haveyears of experience working through differences and the difficulties of re-marriage. Kevin andTracy have been nicknamed “velcro” because of the way they enjoy doing everything together.Insights“Every now and then we just had to figure that it was okay to completely, totally disagree about something, and table it for a while.” - Kevin Parr 25:57-26:22“I feel that you need to stay connected with your spouse and in all the things that you do.” - Tracy Parr 31:43-32:02“One of the authors we had on recently, Ted Lowe would say this favorite phrase, which I really coined is "I would feel the same way if I were you." Which is probably true, right?” - Dr. Liz Hale 38:33-38:55InvitesFind a new resource; a book, podcast or instagram page that will help you to learn more about what you and your spouse are wanting to work on.In parenting, remember to not take your child’s feeling of sadness or anger as personal attacks against you.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways:StrongerMarriage.orgpodcast.strongermarriage.orgFacebook: StrongerMarriage.orgInstagram: @strongermarriagelifeDr. Dave Schramm:https://drdaveschramm.comhttps://drdavespeaks.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDaveUSUFacebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Facebook Parenting Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/542067440314642Dr. Liz Hale:http://www.drlizhale.com/ Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org Podcast.stongermarriage.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLife TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/ Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579 Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.com http://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/

Ryan Law joins Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to discuss managing money withinstrong marriages. He talks about the importance of assuming the best and the 5 Money Habitsto financial success.About Ryan Law:Ryan Law is the Director of the Utah Valley University (UVU) Money Success Center. He is anaward-winning educator who teaches the Financial Counseling courses as part of the PersonalFinancial Planning program at UVU. Ryan is a Certified Financial Planner™ professional (CFP®)and an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC®). Ryan is the author of the books, “Student LoanPlanning,” “Make Positive Changes” and co-editor of the book “Financial Counseling.” Ryan and his wife, Traci, have been married for 24 years and they live in Utah county with their 5 children.Insights:“I would encourage couples to do two things. First, to not assume bad intent on your spouse's part. And second, to wait until you have all of the facts.” - Ryan Law“Those who give and find a way to give in a way that they both agree to are healthier, happier, and even richer.” -Dr. Liz Hale“Nobody wins really, as soon as it erupts and it becomes emotional when you get defensive and name calling everything you had just doesn't just does not go well” -Dr. Dave SchrammInvites:Think of an experience when you had wrong assumptions about the way that they spentmoney and think about what you could do differently next time to assume the best.Join Ryan Law’s email list to learn about more tips that will help you to master the money side of your marriageRyan’s Links:https://money-marriage.com/https://powerpay.orgVisit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways:StrongerMarriage.orgpodcast.strongermarriage.orgFacebook: StrongerMarriage.orgInstagram: @strongermarriagelifeDr. Dave Schramm:https://drdaveschramm.comhttps://drdavespeaks.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDaveUSUFacebook Marriage Group: Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org Podcast.stongermarriage.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLife TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/ Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579 Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.com http://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/

Kris and Adrian Maiava join Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to talk about theirexperience in meeting with Dr. Liz Hale. They talk about their experience in coming togetherthrough therapy and overcoming addiction.About Kris and Adrian Maiava:Kris and Adrian met in Utah although they grew up in Hawaii and Australia. They share anincredible story of working through struggles and addictions, separations and learning to loveand trust again. After three years in an intensive treatment program, Kris learned things abouthimself and his marriage that changed his life. And Adrian learned patience and experiencedtremendous growth as she hung on to hope and learned to forgive. Together they have grownstronger than ever and enjoy parenting their 5 year old daughter Lola.Insights:“I guess some questions to ask yourselves as to you know, do you still want to be partners with them, with your significant other? Do you still want to do this with them? If so, if yes. And if they want to as well, then I think it's worth it.” - Kris Maiava“Better choices lead to better chances.” -Dave Schramm“But there was a point in your life where you decided, this is the person that I want to do lifewith. So that should be the person that you offer the most grace to.” -Adrian MaiavaInvites:If you are struggling with addiction, seek outside help.Have a 10 minute discussion with your partner about something that is challenging yourrelationship and find a way to overcome it togetherVisit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways:StrongerMarriage.orgpodcast.strongermarriage.orgFacebook: StrongerMarriage.orgInstagram: @strongermarriagelifeDr. Dave Schramm:https://drdaveschramm.comhttps://drdavespeaks.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDaveUSUFacebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Facebook Parenting Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/542067440314642Dr. Liz Hale:Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org Podcast.stongermarriage.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLife TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/ Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579 Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.com http://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/

Dr. Kim Allen joins Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to talk about Family Life Coaching.She talks about what it is, what it isn't, and even a few examples and stories of clients she'sworked with.About Kim Allen:Dr. Kimberly Allen is Interim Associate Dean and Director of Academic Programs and Professor in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at North Carolina State University, as well as CO creator of the family life coaching Association, and co-owner of Sweet Gestalt LLC. Dr. Ellen has over 20 years experience working with youth and their families. Her research interests include family life coaching, student success, parenting and relationship Education. Dr. Ellen is author of the book “Theory, Research and Practical Guidelines for Family Life Coaching.”Insights:“So really at its core family life coaching is taking what we know in Family Science about what's good in couple relationships, what's good and family relationships and partnering that with the process from coaching psychology.” - Dr. Kimberly Allen“You said the words listening for instead of listening to. You listen for feelings, you're listeningfor strengths, and just trying to see things from their perspective” - Dr. Dave SchrammInvites:Learn more about Family Life Coaching on the FLC Association’s website.Consider reaching out to a Family Life Coach to help you to improve your interpersonalrelationships.Kim Allen’s Links:Organization Website: flcassociation.orgPersonal Website: drkimallen.com Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways:StrongerMarriage.orgpodcast.strongermarriage.orgFacebook: StrongerMarriage.orgInstagram: @strongermarriagelifeDr. Dave Schramm:https://drdaveschramm.comhttps://drdavespeaks.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDaveUSUFacebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Facebook Parenting GroupVisit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org Podcast.stongermarriage.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLife TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/ Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579 Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.com http://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/

Beth Goss joins Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to talk about tips for bringing ababy home. She discusses the principles taught in Gottman’s “Bringing Baby Home” program.About Beth GossBeth Goss is a certified Gottman, educator and a training specialist for the bringing baby home program. She is also a full time faculty member at North Seattle College, where she teaches aparent education and child development classes to families raising children from birth to five years. Additionally, she was previously employed by Swedish Medical Center to teach childbirth, postpartum and sibling classes. She has authored several articles and has been interviewed for several podcasts discussing the transition to parenthood. Beth is originally from Queens, New York, but has called Seattle home for 31 years. She lives there with her husband and loves it when her adult kids visitInsights:“The key for us was what we call the three T's watching our temper, tongue, and tone.” - Dave Schramm “That's not why you got married, you know, you got married because you love each other and your best friends and you have fun together.” - Beth Goss“I think a big piece of advice is don't wait to be asked. Don't wait for your partner to say, could you do X?” - Beth GossInvites:Download the Gottman App to find the questions relating to the “Bringing Baby Home”program.Enroll in the “Bringing Baby Home” training based on researched tips on how to prepare for starting a family.Learn about tips that will help you to connect with your partner more on Gottman’s “SmallThings Often” podcast.Beth Goss’s Links:Gottman Website: https://www.gottman.com/Personal Website: https://www.bethgoss.com/Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways:StrongerMarriage.orgpodcast.strongermarriage.orgFacebook: StrongerMarriage.orgInstagram: @strongermarriagelifeDr. Dave Schramm:Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org Podcast.stongermarriage.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLife TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/ Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579 Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.com http://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/

Mike and Heidi Condie join Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to talk about their experience from almost separating to having a strong healthy marriage. Mike and Heidi vouch that if they can get through the challenges that they have worked through, then anyone can.About Michael and Heidi Condie: Mike and Heidi are a couple from Liz's private practice who were on the brink of divorce. They were suffocating from stress and challenges related to their remarriage and stepfamily and were spiraling downward in negative communication patterns. Together with Liz's guidance, they put in the work starting with themselves and then continued to fight for their marriage instead of against each other. Their journey has been truly inspiring.Insights: “You know me and you still love me? I don't think it gets any better than that” - Dr. Liz Hale “And she said, but what I can tell you is, whatever skills or things you don't learn how to resolve in this marriage. I promise you, you will have the same issues in the next relationship.” -Heidi Condie “And I think even before the work is humility, being open and recognizing that I need to work.” -Dr. Dave Schramm “And it was the love for each other that we had for each other, that was the most important.” -Mike CondieInvites: - Rate the strength of your relationship this week on a scale of 1 to 10, then ask your partner what you can do to show up a little bit better for them. - Create a gratitude book where you and your partner can randomly list things that you are grateful for about your partner. Place the book in a central location in your home.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways:StrongerMarriage.orgpodcast.strongermarriage.orgFacebook: StrongerMarriage.orgInstagram: @strongermarriagelife Dr. Dave Schramm:https://drdaveschramm.com https://drdavespeaks.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDaveUSUFacebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Facebook Parenting Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/542067440314642 Dr. Liz Hale:http://www.drlizhale.com/  Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org Podcast.stongermarriage.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLife TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/ Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579 Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.com http://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/

Today Ted Lowe joins Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to discuss how to change yourmarriage mindset in order to change your relationship. Ted believes that you can change yourmarriage by first changing your thoughts.About Ted Law:Ted Lowe Ted Lowe is on staff with Family First, where he serves as a speaker, writer, resourcecreator, and podcast host. He is also the founder of For Us Marriage.com. He is the author ofseveral incredible books, including his most recent release, Us in Mind: How Changing YourThoughts Can Change Your Marriage. Ted lives with his wife, Nancie, and their 4 children inCumming, GA.Insights:“Don’t let anybody celebrate your spouse more than you.” - Ted Lowe"If we think something, then we're going to look for ways to confirm it." -Dr. Dave Schramm“What I think about myself radically determines how my spouse experiences me at any givenmoment.” -Dr. Liz HaleInvites:   -   Learn more about a growth mindset and have a 10 minute discussion with your partner about how it could help you in your marriage.   -   Think of one hobby that your partner gets excited about and then come up with something you could do to get excited with themTed Lowe’s Links:Forusmarriage.comFacebook: For Us MarriageInstagram: @forusmarriageBook: https://a.co/d/iMqdiZjVisit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways:StrongerMarriage.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriageInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/ Dr. Dave Schramm:https://drdaveschramm.comhttps://drdavespeaks.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDaveUSU Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Facebook Parenting Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/542067440314642 Dr. Liz Hale:httpe://www.drlizhale.com  Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org Podcast.stongermarriage.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLife TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/ Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579 Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.com http://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/

Ryan Law joins Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to discuss how partners can have ahealthy money relationship. Ryan talks about the importance of regular financial planningmeetings and understanding your partner’s attitudes, beliefs and experiences with money.About Ryan Law:Ryan Law is the Director of the Utah Valley University (UVU) Money Success Center. He is anaward-winning educator who teaches the Financial Counseling courses as part of the PersonalFinancial Planning program at UVU. Ryan is a Certified Financial Planner™ professional (CFP®)and an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC®). Ryan is the author of the books, “Student LoanPlanning,” “Make Positive Changes” and co-editor of the book “Financial Counseling.” Ryan and his wife, Traci, have been married for 24 years and they live in Utah county with their 5 children.Insights: - “People will do things for reasons that make sense to them.” - Dave Schramm - "Today is the right day to start having financial conversations." -Ryan Law - "And it doesn't mean that one is right and one is wrong" - Liz HaleInvites: - Sign up for Ryan Law’s email list. - Schedule a monthly financial planning meeting with your partner to discuss what youspent last month and make some guidelines for the next month! - Make a separate savings account for a specific fun financial goal! Ex. Disneyland trip,backyard upgrade etc.Ryan’s Links:https://money-marriage.com/ Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways:https://strongermarriage.orgpodcast.strongermarriage.orgFacebook: StrongerMarriage.orgInstagram: @strongermarriagelifeDr. Dave Schramm:https://drdaveschramm.comhttps://drdavespeaks.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDaveUSUFacebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Facebook Parenting Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/542067440314642 Dr. Liz Hale:http://www.drlizhale.com/   Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org Podcast.stongermarriage.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLife TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/ Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579 Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.com http://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/