Brave Marriage Podcast
Kensi Duszynski, LMFT
For couples and faith communities who want to grow as individuals, do marriage with intention, and live mutually empowered, purposeful lives.
Kensi Duszynski is a licensed marriage & family therapist and certified professional coach in private practice. Through this podcast, she seeks to serve couples and communities by starting a conversation about healthy Christian marriage relationships, which she hopes you’ll continue at home.
Disclaimer: This podcast is produced for educational purposes only, not to be substituted for professional mental health services.
Hosted by: Kensi Duszynski, LMFTEdited by: Evan Duszynski, EdD
To learn more, visit bravemarriage.com.
Kensi Duszynski is a licensed marriage & family therapist and certified professional coach in private practice. Through this podcast, she seeks to serve couples and communities by starting a conversation about healthy Christian marriage relationships, which she hopes you’ll continue at home.
Disclaimer: This podcast is produced for educational purposes only, not to be substituted for professional mental health services.
Hosted by: Kensi Duszynski, LMFTEdited by: Evan Duszynski, EdD
To learn more, visit bravemarriage.com.
Episodes
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Sep 10, 2018 • 15min
How to Have a Do-Over - Ep. 015 (Conflict Series)
It's unrealistic to think that as married couples, we won't ever have conflict. It's also unrealistic to think that we would ever do it perfectly. Join us this week as we discuss how to have a do-over & turn conflict into connection in your marriage!Intro & outro music: @johntibbsmusicMentioned on this episode:Relationship Quiz: https://bravemarriage.com/quizLes Parrott Quote: https://lesandleslie.comThanks so much for joining us today! If you're enjoying the podcast but haven't yet subscribed, please do! And feel free to share with others who'd enjoy!
Sep 3, 2018 • 17min
Understanding Your Triggers - Ep. 014 (Conflict Series)
Awareness of our triggers can make all the difference between responding to our spouse & reacting to them! Join us today to better understand what triggers YOU in both negative & positive ways, so that you can learn to do something different (& re-wire your brain in the process!)*This episode is the fourth in a 4-part series on conflict in marriage.Intro & outro music: @johntibbsmusicMentioned on this episode:Relationship Quiz: http://bravemarriage.com/quizSimon Sinek's "How Great Leaders Inspire Action" TedTalk: https://www.ted.com/talks/simon_sinek_how_great_leaders_inspire_action?language=enThanks so much for joining us today! If you're enjoying the podcast but haven't yet subscribed, please do! And feel free to share with others who'd enjoy!
Aug 27, 2018 • 12min
Conflict Q+A - Ep. 013 (Conflict Series)
Answering Lindsey's question on the podcast today about maintaining healthy communication, given the specific relational dynamics in her marriage, which so many of us can relate to!Intro & outro music: @johntibbsmusicTo work with Kensi, check out:Relationship Quiz: http://bravemarriage.com/quizCouples Coaching: http://bravemarriage.com/couples-coachingThanks so much for joining me today! If you're enjoying the podcast but haven't yet subscribed, please do! And feel free to leave a rating + review, & share with others who'd enjoy!
Aug 20, 2018 • 15min
Drop Your Defenses Part II - Ep. 012 (Conflict Series)
What defense mechanisms are you engaging in that are preventing your marriage from thriving? Listen in to identify your defenses...and then commit to drop them.FREE Relationship Quiz: http://bravemarriage.com/quizMarriage/Premarital Coaching with Kensi: http://bravemarriage.com/couples-coachingIntro & outro music: @johntibbsmusicThanks so much for joining me today! If you're enjoying the podcast but haven't yet subscribed, please do! And feel free to leave a rating + review, & share with others who'd enjoy!
Aug 13, 2018 • 16min
Drop Your Defenses Part I - Ep. 011 (Conflict Series)
What defense mechanisms are you engaging in that are preventing your marriage from thriving? Listen in to identify your defenses...and then commit to drop them.FREE Relationship Quiz: http://bravemarriage.com/quizMarriage/Premarital Coaching with Kensi: http://bravemarriage.com/couples-coachingIntro & outro music: @johntibbsmusicThanks so much for joining me today! If you're enjoying the podcast but haven't yet subscribed, please do! And feel free to leave a rating + review, & share with others who'd enjoy!
Aug 6, 2018 • 13min
Calm Yourself - Ep. 010 (Conflict Series)
Do you know what it means to get flooded? It's probably happened to you before. The key in conflict is learning to recognize it, communicate it to your spouse, & calm yourself down!FREE Relationship Quiz: http://bravemarriage.com/quizCouples Coaching with Kensi: http://bravemarriage.com/couples-coachingIntro & outro music: @johntibbsmusicMentioned on this episode:Managing Perpetual Issues: https://www.gottman.com/blog/managing-conflict-solvable-vs-perpetual-problems/Thanks so much for joining me today! If you're enjoying the podcast but haven't yet subscribed, please do! And feel free to leave a rating + review, & share with others who'd enjoy!
Jul 30, 2018 • 20min
Communication Q+A - Ep. 009 (Communication Series)
Answering questions on the podcast today about how to have a healthy marriage, how to know when it's time to go to counseling, & what Brave Marriage is all about!Intro & outro music: @johntibbsmusicMentioned on this episode:Relationship Quiz: http://bravemarriage.com/quizTo work with me through couples coaching, visit: http://bravemarriage.com/couples-coachingJohn Gottman's Sound Marital House: https://cdn.gottman.com/wp-content/uploads/08673eaf1eebfeffee4c170bbf1e94ac.jpgThanks so much for joining me today! If you're enjoying the podcast but haven't yet subscribed, please do! And feel free to leave a rating + review, & share with others who'd enjoy!
Jul 23, 2018 • 13min
Speak for Yourself - Ep. 008 (Communication Series)
Our marriages are only as intimate as the degree to which we learn to speak for ourselves. That means holding on to ourselves & expressing our true feelings, while communicating fully, honestly, & with integrity & respect. Learn more on today's episode!*This episode is the fourth in a 4-part series on communication in marriage.Intro & outro music: @johntibbsmusicMentioned on this episode:Relationship Quiz: http://bravemarriage.com/quizPrimary Emotions (Shaver et al., 2001): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3598857Thanks so much for joining us today! If you're enjoying the podcast but haven't yet subscribed, please do! And feel free to share with others who'd enjoy!
Jul 16, 2018 • 16min
Name What's Good - Ep. 007 (Communication Series)
Today, we're talking about the surprising reason why it's so important to name what's good. How often do you say out loud what you're grateful for or appreciative of in your marriage? On today's episode, you'll have the opportunity to brainstorm several different ways to name what's good.You can also find the FREE 15-question PDF for this episode here: bravemarriage.com/good*This episode is the third in a 4-part series on communication in marriage.Intro & outro music: @johntibbsmusicMentioned on this episode:John Gottman's Sound Marital House: https://cdn.gottman.com/wp-content/uploads/08673eaf1eebfeffee4c170bbf1e94ac.jpgBrave Marriage's "Name What's Good" PDF: bravemarriage.com/good Thanks so much for joining us today! If you're enjoying the podcast but haven't yet subscribed, please do! And feel free to share with others who'd enjoy!
Jul 9, 2018 • 13min
Connecting Emotionally - Ep. 006 (Communication Series)
Today we're talking about how to use the skill of empathy to show understanding to your spouse & connect emotionally. Instead of talking about reflective listening or using a speaker-listener technique, it's important to understand that communication in marriage is more about connecting emotionally than it is about technique.*This episode is the second in a 4-part series on communication in marriage.Intro & outro music: @johntibbsmusicMentioned on this episode:Brene Brown on Empathy: https://youtu.be/1Evwgu369JwThanks so much for joining us today! If you're enjoying the podcast but haven't yet subscribed, please do! And feel free to share with others who'd enjoy!
