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Curiosity and playfulness are two qualities that are over-abundant at the beginning of most relationships. But as time passes many couples get bogged down in the heaviness of life and lose their playful connection. This leads to negative communication patterns which drain the love and fun out of their interactions.In this episode Tarah and EJ speak with Renay Burger, LMFT a therapist who focuses on creative and playful ways to reconnect couples. They discuss the importance of creating connecting light-hearted moments and how this fosters intimacy and trust.Purchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Curiosity and playfulness are two qualities that are over-abundant at the beginning of most relationships. But as time passes many couples get bogged down in the heaviness of life and lose their playful connection. This leads to negative communication patterns which drain the love and fun out of their interactions.In this episode, Tarah and EJ speak with Renay Burger, LMFT a therapist who focuses on creative and playful ways to reconnect couples. They discuss the importance of creating connecting light-hearted moments and how this fosters intimacy and trust.Purchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

One of the primary reasons couples come to counseling is that they feel that their intimate relationship has deteriorated. Intimacy is the expression of love to your partner in various ways. To cultivate a satisfying and connected intimate relationship, couples must understand that intimacy and sex are not synonymous. If you measure your connection with your partner exclusively by your sexual connection, it will be difficult to remain emotionally and physically connected.In this episode, Tarah and EJ discuss the importance of cultivating an intimate connection in various ways, including kind words, non-sexual touch, appreciation, and much more. They explore why couples detach intimately and strategies to reconnect, express love, and cultivate satisfying intimacy.Purchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Creating a healthy and functional family unit is challenging. Extended family relationships often create conflicts of loyalty that slowly erode trust and intimate connection. By understanding the complications of family dynamics from a holistic perspective couples have the opportunity to be more intentional in how they communicate and create systems that minimize conflict and encourage empathy and loving support.In this episode, Tarah and EJ interview Cristina Piastrini, LPC. Cristina shares information about the mother-in-law/daughter-in-law from a anthropological and evolutionary psychology perspective. They broaden the viewers perspective beyond the more typical discussion of healthy boundaries in extended family relationships.Purchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

It is the small things that you do every day that enrich your relationship with your partner. When couples intentionally try to "Follow Through" on the commitments they make to their partner, it builds trust and a solid and loving bond. By understanding what is essential to your partner and creating a consistent effort to be there for them, they tend to be more expressive of their love and more patient.In this episode, Tarah and EJ discuss why "Following Through" can be difficult without intentionality and share how they have seen this dynamic affect them and hundreds of other couples.Learn more about Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The mental health system is a confusing and often frustrating system for many patients to navigate. Once an individual breaks past the stigma of seeking mental health support they begin a journey without a roadmap. They struggle to understand the difference between therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists and a myriad of other mental health providers. .In this episode Tarah and EJ interview Dr. Warren Kane, a board certified psychiatrist. Dr. Kane discusses the struggles many individuals face when they seek a pharmaceutical intervention for their mental health struggles.Dr. Warren KaneDISCLAIMER: The material provided during this podcast is for informational purposes only. Although I am a psychiatrist, listening to this podcast does not create a treatment relationship between us and nothing presented herein should be construed as medical advice.  Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

40% of families in the U.S. are blended with at least one partner having a child from a previous relationship before marriage. Per the U.S. Bureau of Census, 1300 new stepfamilies are formed each day. The process of blending a family is a significant stressor on new relationships and profoundly effects the children in the family system. Unfortunately many couples in blended families do not address the challenging dynamics until the problems become chronic. By normalizing and addressing many common stressors couples and families gain the ability to feel empowered and proactive in creating healthy family habits. Part of what helps some stepfamilies be more successful rests on the children's perceived with both parents inside the home. Having a blended family themselves Tarah and EJ discuss their experience of parenting/step parenting. They share challenges they face(d) in remaining empathetic to each other's experiences and how they have seen families address and feel successful in building a solid foundation for their blended family.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States aged 18 and older. Anxiety symptoms can range from restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, irritability, headaches, stomach aches, overwhelming worry, and sleep problems. Anxiety profoundly affects individuals, which can also create significant strains on relationships.In this episode Tarah and EJ interview couples therapist Gabe Lobato. He shares his story of managing anxiety from a young age and how it affected his relationship with his wife and professional life. They explore the building blocks of stress and how couples can support one another in overcoming this common mental health struggle.They also explore how mindfulness can be an effective both preventatively and in a moment of overwhelming anxiety and offer interventions that can be supportive, such as 4-7-8 Breath -Full Episode TranscriptsRelationship Renovation Online Program for CouplesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

You ask, we answer! Couples across the spectrum struggle with similar stressors and relationship dynamics. They find themselves stuck in patterns that leave them feeling frustrated, alone and unsupported.In this episode Tarah and EJ answer a few questions from their Social Media Audience. They address subjects like division of labor in the household and making your relationship a priority.Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Psychedelic treatment of mental health issues is re-immerging as a powerful tool in treating mental health struggles. Ketamine is a very safe pharmaceutical that is now becoming available in many states. A growing body of research demonstrates that ketamine treatment incorporated with a robust psychotherapy integration program can be a powerful tool in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief and loss, substance dependencies, and other psychiatric conditions. During a ketamine session, people often have profound experiences filled with symbolism and insight, much like a vivid dream. In this episode, Tarah and EJ interview Tim Mills and Tracy Grabb from Cathexis Psychedelics - A Ketamine Assisted Therapy Facility. They discuss the pharmacology, efficacy, and subjective experience of Ketamine assisted therapy.Cathexis PsychedelicsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands