

Marriage and Intimacy Tips for Christian Couples: Secrets of Happily Ever After
Monica Tanner - Marriage and Intimacy Coach for Christian Couples
Have you ever wondered what makes the difference between those couples who absolutely LOVE to be together and the ones who merely tolorate each other in their old age? I always want to run up to the cute old couples who still hold hands while walking down the street and ask them all their secrets to relationship success. This podcast gives me the opportunity to do just that!I'm Monica Tanner, wife to a super hunky man, mom to 4 kids, weekly podcaster and relationship and intimacy expert/enthusiast. I help couples ditch the resentment and roommate syndrome and increase communication, connection and commitment, so they can write and live out their happily ever after love story. If that sounds like something you want, this podcast is absolutely for YOU! Each week, I'm teasing out the principles that keep couples hopelessly devoted and intoxicatingly in love with each other for a lifetime and beyond. I'm searching high and low for the secrets of happily ever after and sharing those secrets with you right here. Sound marriage advice for Christian couples who want to live happily ever after and achieve a truly intimate friendship and passionate partnership, because an awesome marriage makes life so much sweeter. Let's get to it!
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Jun 15, 2020 • 41min
Understanding Female Sexual Wiring with Laura Brotherson
This week, I'm interviewing Laura M. Brotherson, certified sex therapist and author of Knowing Her Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage. Laura is one of my first mentors on this topic and I hope to follow in her footsteps, helping couples understand the true importance of sex within the marriage relationship.In this episode, we discuss the 12 T's of female sexual wiring and how each of them contribute to creating a truly transcendent experience for both partners. Here are a few of the resources we mentioned in the interview:BOOK - Knowing HER Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage use the code 'knowher' to get the book for just $10.HANDOUT - “12 T’s of Female Sexual Wholeness"WEBSITES - StrengtheningMarriage.com and The Marital Intimacy Institute – especially Laura’s Resources PageAlso mentioned in this episode, I am doing a YouTube series on the Laura's 12 T's. Episode #1 on Transformed can be found here.If you have any questions about anything you heard in this episode, you can schedule a relationship breakthrough call with me here.Also, make sure you are subscribed to this podcast, because starting this week, we will be publishing 2 episodes each week. The second will be Conversations with Interracial Couples and you do not want to miss these important conversations.Send us a text

Jun 8, 2020 • 40min
Get Your Mojo Back After Becoming a Mom with Dana B Myers
As the summer heats up, we are heating things up inside of On the Brighter Side. Today's episode is the first in our new Women's Sexual Health Series.I'm chatting with Mommy Mojo Expert, Dana B Myers. She is a mama, author, speaker and creator of Booty Parlor. She teaches Moms how to get their mojo back after having kids and teaches about the importance of pleasure. You do NOT want to miss this episode on how to become the happiest, sexiest and most satisfied mom in every way.You can find out more about Dana on her website: https://danabmyers.com/. Be sure to check out her new program Thrive!Join our FREE Facebook Group to get even more trainings, resources and special interviews on how to strengthen your marriage here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/otbsofmarriage.If you have any questions about how to rediscover your sexy, sensual side, book a FREE Relationship Breakthrough call with me here: https://calendly.com/onthebrightersideofmarriage/relationship-breakthrough. You could be 30 minutes away from the healthy, thriving sex life you've always dreamed of!Send us a text

Jun 1, 2020 • 12min
Lessons Learned in 41 Trips Around the Sun
Today I'm sharing lessons I've learned in 41 trips around the sun. It's my birthday episode and I'm opening up about things I'm grateful for and what has gotten me to where I am today.I announced our women's sexual health series starting next week on the podcast and emphasis on Knowing Her Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage by Laura Brotherson on the YouTube Channel.You can register for the 14 Day Complete Intimacy Challenge here: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/14daychallengeBook a Relationship Breakthrough Call with me here: https://calendly.com/onthebrightersideofmarriage/relationship-breakthroughSend us a text

May 25, 2020 • 19min
How to Make Your Relationship Easy with Jennifer Lehr
In my conversations with Jennifer Lehr of WeConcile, we talk about why it's important to understand your partner's deepest feelings, needs, triggers and desires, how to make your relationship easy and how to rebuild trust after a betrayal.You can find resources that Jennifer has created at: https://www.jenniferlehrmft.com/ or https://weconcile.com/.Join us for a new series on Women's Sexual Health starting next week.Check out all of my FREE resources at: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/home.Send us a text

May 18, 2020 • 43min
How Navigate Mental Health in Your Marriage with Michelle Nietert
Today's episode is a chat with mental health professional, Michelle Nietert. Michelle is a licensed professional counselor with half a dozen specialties, serving the entire State of Texas via telehealth.In this interview, we talk about how to navigate a mental health diagnosis in your marriage, how to show up from a loving position and her new book for tween girls, Loved and Cherished.You can find more of Michelle Nietert's wonderful resources at: http://michellenietert.com/. You can preorder Loved and Cherished on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0310769973/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1 .Register for my Strengthen Your Connection During Quarantine Masterclass on Thursday, May 28th here: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/masterclassBook a Relationship Breakthrough Call with me here: https://calendly.com/onthebrightersideofmarriage/30minSend us a text

May 11, 2020 • 41min
How to Avoid Stable Misery with Dr. Lynyetta Willis
Dr. Lynyetta Willis is a therapist and coach who specializes in healing trauma, couples and family issues, spiritually-centered therapy and mindful living. Her mission is to help smart, successful women break free from stable misery in their parenting and partnership so they can create the joy they crave and feel harmony in their heart and home.You can find out more about Dr. Willis on her website: https://www.drlwillis.com/ or on social media here: https://www.facebook.com/DrLWillis or https://www.instagram.com/drlwillis/For more resources on strengthening your connection, please check out my new homepage here: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/homeSend us a text

May 4, 2020 • 27min
The Joy Of Missing Out with Tonya Dalton
My guest today is the founder and CEO of inkWELL Press Productivity Co. a multi-million dollar company providing tools that work as a catalyst in helping women do less while achieving maximum success. She is also the New York Times Bestselling author of The Joy Of Missing Out, which we will be discussing in this interview.My favorite line in this book, which is the tagline is: live more by doing less. This episode is timely and full of great nuggets of wisdom as we navigate the uncertainty swirling around us and do our best to keep first things first. Tonya shares why we must let go of balance, how to find your yes and the best way to prioritize. Productivity is not about doing more!Here's how you can get in touch with Tonya: Website: http://tonyadalton.comThe Joy of Missing Out book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07R4T8YVQ/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1Tonya Dalton Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tonya.i.dalton/Tonya Dalton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonya.i.dalton/You can register for my "How to Strengthen Your Connection During Quarantine" this Thursday at 2:00 pm MST here: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/masterclassSend us a text

Apr 27, 2020 • 40min
Understanding and Communicating Effectively About Finances with Leslie Tayne, Esq.
My guest today, Leslie Tayne, Esq. is an attorney who has helped hundreds of couples understand their finances and financial options. Her experiences in her own marriages gives her a unique perspective and understanding of the importance of communication and forgiveness in this area. It's important to know the facts in order to make decisions that affect your life, relationship and bottom line. I would listen to this episode with a pen in hand.If you have additional questions about anything we discussed in the episode, you can visit her website at taynelaw.com and subscribe to her monthly newsletter, where she sends out the latest financial news and tips to help better manage your money. You can also find her on Twitter @lesliehtayneesq and on LinkedIn. You can also find Tayne Law Group on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @taynelawgroup. Additionally, you can call in at (866-890-7337) for a no-obligation phone consultation.Register for the online, live webclass: How to Strengthen Your Connection During Quarantine without Getting Under Each Other's Skin on Thursday, April 30th at 7 pm MST here: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/masterclass.Send us a text

Apr 20, 2020 • 32min
Managing Kids' Behavior During Quarantine with Melissa Corkum
My guest, Melissa Corkum is a Parent Educator and Coach. Today, we're talking about understanding our kids' behaviors and knowing how to manage it. She shares research and real life examples that hit home and gives real strategies and solutions to our common parenting challenges.To get your FREE Covid-19 Parenting Success Plan, go here: https://www.thecorkboardonline.com/brightersideYou can find more of Melissa and her tools and strategies here:Website - https://www.thecorkboardonline.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/corkboardonline/FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/corkboardonlineTo join our 14 Day Complete Intimacy Challenge, please register here: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/14daychallengeAnd, to get access to all the FREE resources I've been loading into my Facebook Group, please visit us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/otbsofmarriage/.Send us a text

Apr 17, 2020 • 30min
BONUS: How to Boost Your Immune System While in Quarantine with Rachel Rotabi
I'm publishing this bonus episode today, because working on strengthening our immune system while in quarantine is one of the most important things we can be doing right now. My guest, Rachel Rotabi is a functional medicine coach and she gives some incredible advice about who we can implement a few simple tools to help us fight of this and other viruses, by boosting our immune health.She offers a ton of Covid-19 resources on her website: https://www.rachelrotabi.com/covid-19-resourcesShe has a Guide to Master Your Metabolism here: https://www.rachelrotabi.com/master-your-metabolismIf you want to improve your intimacy, I recommend the 14 Day Complete Intimacy Challenge. You can register for that here: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/14daychallengeAlso, if you would like a complimentary 1 on 1 coaching call with me, head over to: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/homeBut hurry, spaces are filling up fast and I don't know how long I will be able to offer them. You can find my calendar under the coaching tab.Send us a text