Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication

EJ and Tarah Kerwin
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Feb 3, 2023 • 34min

106 - Embracing Emotional Reactivity in Marriage: The Power of Being Present

What is emotional reactivity and how does it impact relationships?Why is it important for a spouse to be emotionally present for their partner during periods of emotional reactivity?How can one practice being emotionally present for their spouse during times of emotional reactivity?What are some common mistakes people make when trying to support their spouse during emotional reactivity and how can they avoid these pitfalls?In this episode, we dive into the topic of emotional reactivity in relationships and the importance of being present for your spouse during these moments. We explore what emotional reactivity is and how it can impact a relationship, and discuss why being emotionally present for your partner is crucial during these times. We also share practical tips and strategies for being there for your spouse during their periods of emotional reactivity, while avoiding common pitfalls. Join us as we delve into the power of being present in marriage and learn how to support and care for your spouse in a meaningful way.To learn more about our online program that helps couples improve their relationship and embark on a journey of self-discovery and intimacy building, click this link ------------> Purchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Jan 27, 2023 • 36min

105 - Navigating the First Year After a Baby: How to Overcome Challenges as a Couple

What strategies can couples use to overcome the challenges of adjusting to parenthood in the first year after having a baby?What are new parents' most common challenges in their baby's early days and weeks?What tips do relationship experts have for maintaining a strong connection between couples during the stressful first year of parenting?How can couples continue to prioritize their relationship amidst the demands of caring for an infant in the first year?In this episode, we explore the struggles that couples face during the first year after the birth of a baby. We will discuss how to cope with the physical, mental, and emotional strain of adjusting to a new baby and provide strategies to help couples overcome the challenges they face in this first year. Tune in to hear tips and strategies to help couples successfully navigate the first few months of parenthood.To learn more about our online program that helps couples improve their relationship and embark on a journey of self-discovery and intimacy building, click this link ------------> Purchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Jan 20, 2023 • 23min

104 - The Importance and Complexity of Consistency in Romantic Relationships

How can consistency in communication improve the dynamics of a romantic relationship?What are the inherent challenges in sustaining new thoughts and behaviors?How does consistency in meeting each other's needs impact the overall satisfaction in a romantic relationship?In what ways can being consistent in a romantic relationship contribute to a healthy and long-lasting partnership?This episode takes a deep dive into the crucial role of consistency in relationships. We will be exploring both the importance of consistency in a relationship while also diving into the inherent challenges. We help you to understand better why consistency can be so hard and how to navigate this issue in your own relationships better. Whether you are struggling with consistency in a familial, romantic, or platonic relationship, there will be plenty of practical advice to take away. Join us as we explore the complexities of consistency with key takeaways to apply to your own relationships.To learn more about our online program that helps couples improve their relationship and embark on a journey of self-discovery and intimacy building, click this link ------------> Purchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Jan 13, 2023 • 47min

103 - Unpacking Emotional Baggage - How Our Past Shapes Our Relationships

How do your past experiences influence your approach to relationships?In what ways can unresolved emotional baggage from our past negatively impact our current relationships?How can we recognize patterns of behavior in ourselves that may be stemming from our past?What are some effective ways for individuals to work through past traumas to have healthier relationships?How can couples communicate and support each other in addressing and overcoming emotional baggage in their relationship?In this episode, we delve into the complex and nuanced world of relationships. We explore why relationships can be difficult, even for the most well-intentioned and loving individuals. Some reasons for this difficulty include differences in communication styles, unmet expectations, and unaddressed past traumas. Additionally, societal and cultural influences can also play a role in shaping our understanding and approach to relationships.Another important aspect of understanding the difficulty in relationships is looking at our emotional baggage and patterns of behavior. Our past experiences can influence how we interact with others, and can often lead to misunderstandings and conflict. It is important to be aware of and work through these issues to have healthy and fulfilling relationships. Understanding and acknowledging these challenges is the first step in developing the tools and communication necessary to navigate and overcome them.To learn more about our online program that helps couples improve their relationship and embark on a journey of self-discovery and intimacy building, click this link ------------> Purchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseEmail us -- info@relationshiprenovation.com with any questions or topics for future episodesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Jan 6, 2023 • 34min

102 - Regaining Hope in Your Relationship - Overcoming the Obstacles to Love and Connection

Are there times when you feel stuck in your relationship?Do you become frustrated with your partner/spouse and lose hope that they are willing to make your relationship a priority?Do you want to feel more love and connection in your relationship?Topics in this episodeA series of questions to help you and your partner examine your relationship in a curious and positive wayWhy couples struggle to make consistent changes in their relationshipHow to be more patient and understanding of your partner's strugglesAdvice to help you communicate better with your significant otherTo learn more about our online program that helps couples improve their relationship and embark on a journey of self-discovery and intimacy building, click this link ------------> Purchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseEmail us -- info@relationshiprenovation.com with any questions or topics for future episodesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Dec 30, 2022 • 50min

101 - Creating a Secure Relationship Attachment - A Couples Journey in Couples Counseling

In this episode, Tarah and EJ interview Chris and Kasey, a couple who went through their Relationship Renovation In Office Program. They discuss their personal journeys through substance abuse struggles and how couples counseling helped them learn to communicate and love each other in ways they had never experienced.Topics in this episodeInsecure, anxious, and avoidant attachment styles and how this leads to conflictHow complicated past lives create obstacles to secure attachment, but also can lead to a deep and meaningful connection when worked throughThe importance of couples counseling in helping couples understand how the past affects their current relationshipEmail us -- info@relationshiprenovation.com with any questions or topics for future episodesTo learn more about our online program that helps couples improve their relationship and embark on a journey of self-discovery and intimacy building, click this link ------------> Purchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Dec 23, 2022 • 45min

100 - Jealousy - A Gateway Toward Intimacy - Interview with Dr. Joli Hamilton

Do you struggle with jealousy in your relationship?Does trust create a barrier to healthy intimacy?Topics in this episodeUnderstanding that jealousy can be a useful emotion if understood more deeplyThe difference between jealousy and envyThe complexity of jealousy and how fear can be the primary problem with jealous momentsDr. Joli Hamilton is the relationship coach for couples who color outside the lines. She is a research psychologist, TEDx speaker, best-selling author, and AASECT-certified sex educator. Joli also co-hosts the Project Relationship podcast with her anchor partner, Ken. Joli’s been featured in The New York Times, Vogue, NPR, and The Atlantic. Dr. Joli HamiltonRelationship Renovation DiscordLeave a comment or ask a question regarding this episode!Email us -- info@relationshiprenovation.com with any questions or topics for future episodesTo learn more about our online program that helps couples improve their relationship and embark on a journey of self-discovery and intimacy building, click this link ------------> Purchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Dec 16, 2022 • 48min

99 - Resurrecting Your Sex Life - Interview with Susan Bratton "Intimacy Expert to Millions!"

Are you unsatisfied with the sex in your relationship?Is sex pleasurable for you and your partner/spouse?Do you crave a more exciting and satisfying sexual relationship with your partner?Topics in this episodeHow to cultivate an exciting and mutually satisfying relationshipThe importance of "co-creating" mutual pleasureHow "radical honesty" regarding intimacy is freeing and opens a pathway to a deeper intimate connectionThe anatomy of sex and orgasmsThrough Personal Life Media, founded in 2006, Susan Bratton has authored and published 34 books and programs, including Relationship Magic, Revive Her Drive, The Steamy Sex Ed®️ Video Collection, and her Amazon #1 International Bestseller, Sexual Soulmates: The Six Essentials for Connected Sex. Over 1,250,000 copies of her books have been enjoyed by lovers worldwide.Susan Bratton WebsiteSex Life Bucket ListBetter LoverEmail us -- info@relationshiprenovation.com with any questions or topics for future episodesTo learn more about our online program that helps couples improve their relationship and embark on a journey of self-discovery and intimacy building, click this link ------------> Purchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Dec 9, 2022 • 38min

98 - In Each Other's Care - Using Conflict to Build a Healthy Relationship

Does your communication strengthen your relationship?Do you understand how to cultivate vulnerability?Would you like to be closer to your partner/spouse?Topics in this episodeSubtle ways couples pull apart during an argumentUnderstanding how attachment issues (the past) create obstacles to caring/loving communicationStrategies to deepen the love in your relationshipThe importance of personal accountability in intimacy and deeper bonding in your marriage/relationshipEmail us -- info@relationshiprenovation.com with any questions or topics for future episodesTo learn more about our online program that helps couples improve their relationship and embark on a journey of self-discovery and intimacy building, click this link ------------> Purchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Dec 2, 2022 • 23min

97 - Building Trust - Learning how to understand and communicate during conflict

Is it hard to trust your partner?Do you have a difficult time understanding and communicating about trust?Does anxiety affect your relationship in a negative way?Topics in this episodeHow negative core beliefs about yourself or the world diminish trust in your relationshipSpecific tools to use when arguments or conflicts happenDiscussion of how trust is not just about fidelity or jealousyEmail us -- info@relationshiprenovation.com with any questions or topics for future episodesTo learn more about our online program that helps couples improve their relationship and embark on a journey of self-discovery and intimacy building, click this link ------------> Purchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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