Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication

Zach Brittle, a Relational Life Therapist and certified Gottman therapist, explores the intricate layers of intimacy in long-term relationships. He discusses five types of intimacy—emotional, intellectual, physical, sexual, and spiritual—and emphasizes the need for couples to negotiate across all of them. Zach delves into the purpose of sex, offers alternative forms of intimacy, and provides insight on starting conversations when intimacy feels broken. His advice includes defining desires and using negotiation strategies to foster connection and understanding.

Book a Discovery Call for Relationship Renovation CoachingOr email us directly at coaching@relationshiprenovation.com with the subject line “Couples Coaching Application.” Order Relationship Renovation at Home Manual from AmazonJoin Our Patreon CommunityTake the Emotional Safety Assessment QuizIn this transformative episode of Relationship Renovation, hosts Tarah and EJ Kerwin introduce listeners to their brand-new Relationship Renovation Sexual Intimacy Inventory—a powerful tool designed to spark open, honest, and non-triggering conversations about sexual intimacy. As Tarah and EJ model the inventory in real-time, they share personal insights, explore vulnerable topics such as emotional safety, sexual satisfaction, communication challenges, and the impact of trauma and upbringing on their intimate connection. This episode offers you concrete questions and strategies to bring more connection, understanding, and growth to your own relationship, whether you're struggling with mismatched desire, communication hurdles, or want to deepen your bond.Tune in to discover how Tarah and EJ have cultivated emotional safety and acceptance while navigating differences in their sexual relationship—and learn how you can apply these best practices to your own partnership. With practical tips, honest dialogue, and a free downloadable worksheet, this episode will help you move past avoidance, negotiate your needs, and foster an intimate, resilient, and satisfying partnership. Don't miss out on this invaluable conversation that will motivate, inspire, and equip you to renovate your sexual intimacy together!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Book a Discovery Call for Relationship Renovation CoachingOr email us directly at coaching@relationshiprenovation.com with the subject line “Couples Coaching Application.” Order Relationship Renovation at Home Manual from AmazonJoin Our Patreon CommunityTake the Emotional Safety Assessment QuizThis episode of the Relationship Renovation podcast dives deep into these pressing questions with Dr. Monique Thompson, a renowned therapist and life coach specializing in infidelity recovery.Join hosts Tarah and EJ Kerwin as they sit down with Dr. Thompson to uncover the complexities of infidelity, trauma, and the incredible potential for growth within couples who choose to face these challenges head-on. Dr. Thompson shares her unique journey into healing work, the inspiration behind her acclaimed "Infidelity Recovery Workbook," and practical tips for both the betrayed and those who have broken trust. Packed with humility, hope, and actionable guidance, this episode provides valuable insights for couples at any stage of recovery. Whether you’re a professional looking for tools to support your clients or an individual seeking a path forward, you’ll leave inspired, informed, and ready to take the next step toward a stronger, healthier relationship. Don’t miss this candid, compassionate conversation that’s already helping countless couples transform pain into powerful connection.LEARN MORE ABOUT DR. MONIQUE THOMPSONInfidelity Recovery WorkbookSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Book a Discovery Call for Relationship Renovation CoachingOr email us directly at coaching@relationshiprenovation.com with the subject line “Couples Coaching Application.” Order Relationship Renovation at Home Manual from AmazonJoin Our Patreon CommunityTake the Emotional Safety Assessment QuizHosts Tarah and EJ Kerwin welcome Dave and Suzanne to share their extraordinary journey of growth, heartbreak, and reconnection. From meeting as high school sweethearts, a painful breakup, and over 30 years apart in unfulfilling relationships, Dave and Suzanne reveal how fate—and Facebook—brought them back together. Listeners will discover how their commitment to personal healing and working with a proven relationship model helped them nurture a partnership grounded in trust, honesty, and true emotional safety.This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking hope and practical tools for transforming their own love story. Dave and Suzanne's willingness to be vulnerable, seek guidance even when "happy," and prioritize their partnership offers a roadmap for listeners to foster deeper emotional intimacy. Hear how they developed rituals that keep them connected daily, navigated major life transitions together, and became role models for secure, thriving relationships. Whether you’re at a crossroads in your relationship or looking for inspiration, Episode 232 delivers both heartfelt storytelling and actionable insights to help you build a stronger, more fulfilling connection.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Book a Discovery Call for Relationship Renovation CoachingOr email us directly at coaching@relationshiprenovation.com with the subject line “Couples Coaching Application.” Order Relationship Renovation at Home Manual from AmazonJoin Our Patreon CommunityTake the Emotional Safety Assessment QuizIn this insightful episode of the Relationship Renovation Podcast, hosts Tarah and EJ Kerwin welcome special guest Alex Romo, LMSW and therapist, to dive deep into the lived experience of ADHD within relationships. Drawing from both his professional expertise and personal journey with adult ADHD diagnosis, Alex sheds light on how neurodivergence shapes communication, emotional intimacy, self-esteem, and day-to-day interactions between partners. The conversation thoughtfully unpacks misconceptions about ADHD as a “character flaw,” instead reframing it as a neurological difference that deserves curiosity and compassion from both partners.Whether you’re newly navigating an ADHD diagnosis, suspect your relationship is impacted by undiagnosed ADHD, or simply want to foster greater empathy and understanding, this episode offers relatable stories, practical advice, and powerful encouragement. Discover how both partners can move from judgment to acceptance, create supportive systems together, and find empowerment in their unique strengths. Listen now to find out how ADHD can be a source of connection, growth, and deeper intimacy—not just frustration—in your relationship!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Book a Discovery Call for Relationship Renovation CoachingOr email us directly at coaching@relationshiprenovation.com with the subject line “Couples Coaching Application.” Order Relationship Renovation at Home Manual from AmazonJoin Our Patreon CommunityTake the Emotional Safety Assessment QuizIn this powerful episode of the Relationship Renovation Podcast, hosts EJ and Tarah Kerwin unpack the fascinating connection between attachment styles developed in childhood and the complexities of adult intimacy. Drawing on real-life examples—as well as their own personal journeys—they demystify the challenges so many couples face in the bedroom and beyond. From anxious and avoidant dynamics to the lasting impact of family messages around sex, pleasure, and boundaries, EJ and Tarah provide valuable insight, practical guidance, and hope that lasting change is possible.Whether you’re struggling to express your needs, longing for deeper emotional connection, or simply curious how your past might be affecting your relationship today, this episode is packed with psychoeducation, self-reflection questions, and encouragement. Don’t miss the expert tips, relatable stories, and actionable strategies to help you and your partner create more freedom, safety, and satisfaction in your intimacy. Tune in now and take your next step toward a healthier, more connected partnership!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Book a Discovery Call for Relationship Renovation CoachingOr email us directly at coaching@relationshiprenovation.com with the subject line “Couples Coaching Application.” Order Relationship Renovation at Home Manual from AmazonJoin Our Patreon CommunityTake the Emotional Safety Assessment QuizIn this candid and heartfelt episode of the Relationship Renovation podcast, hosts Tarah and EJ Kerwin welcome their first-ever couple to the hot seat: Leanne and Aaron. From their acro yoga-inspired first encounter in a Tucson park to twelve years of marriage, Leanne and Aaron open up about the real systems and intentional practices that keep their relationship thriving. Dive deep into their journey as they share how open communication, weekly check-ins, and constant growth have helped them face everyday challenges together, including the highs and lows of intimacy, balancing autonomy with connection, and supporting each other’s growth as individuals and as partners.Whether you’re newly partnered or a seasoned couple, this episode offers relatable stories, actionable strategies, and refreshing honesty about what it takes to build a deeply connected relationship. Hear how Leanne and Aaron navigate parenting, work, and the ebbs and flows of intimacy by staying committed to full transparency, forgiveness, and structured support. If you’re looking to strengthen your bond, move past avoidance, or simply find reassurance that you’re not alone in the struggles of love, this episode delivers both inspiration and real-life tools you won't want to miss. Listen now to discover practical ways to create your Relationship Renovation!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Are you feeling more like roommates than lovers? Discover how busy lives can diminish intimacy and turn partners into teammates. Gain practical strategies to reclaim connection, including daily emotional check-ins and setting tech boundaries. The hosts dive deep into the hidden costs of neglecting relationships, emphasizing small, intentional gestures to nurture emotional intimacy. Learn how to reassess your commitments and prioritize meaningful interactions to foster a healthier connection, even amid life's chaos.

Book a Discovery Call for Relationship Renovation CoachingOr email us directly at coaching@relationshiprenovation.com with the subject line “Couples Coaching Application.” Order Relationship Renovation at Home Manual from AmazonJoin Our Patreon CommunityTake the Emotional Safety Assessment QuizHow do our deepest vulnerabilities and fears relate to our "core gifts" in both emotional and sexual intimacy?What powerful questions can couples (or individuals) use to uncover and share their sexual core gifts with their partner?How can couples move from surface-level connection to deeper, more fulfilling intimacy using practical tools and rituals?In this episode of the Relationship Renovation Podcast, hosts Tarah and EJ Kerwin welcome back renowned psychotherapist and Deeper Dating podcast host Ken Page founder for an intimate Part II conversation on uncovering your sexual core gifts. Building on Ken's transformative framework for meaningful love, the trio dives even deeper, exploring the ways our most shameful or tender places hide our greatest capacity for connection, especially in the bedroom. With practical, heart-opening questions and real-world examples, you'll learn how to identify what truly makes you feel safe, moved, and excited during intimacy, and why discovering (and sharing) these core gifts can reignite your relationship on every level.Whether you’re single and seeking soulful love or in a long-term relationship eager to deepen your connection, this episode is packed with actionable insights, vulnerable stories, and even a step-by-step guide to the Tantra-inspired “Tantric Hug” ritual. Ken, Tarah, and EJ dismantle myths about sexual vulnerability and show how small, intentional practices can move you and your partner from disconnected routines to genuine, loving closeness. Tune in for inspiration, practical advice, and the emotional permission you need to claim the intimacy you truly deserve. Don’t miss this heart-centered roadmap to the core of your sexual and relational self!Learn more about Ken Page and the Deeper Dating PodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Book a Discovery Call for Relationship Renovation CoachingOr email us directly at coaching@relationshiprenovation.com with the subject line “Couples Coaching Application.” Order Relationship Renovation at Home Manual from AmazonJoin Our Patreon CommunityTake the Emotional Safety Assessment Quizpartners?What actionable steps can you take to identify, embrace, and communicate your core gifts to strengthen your relationship?In this powerful episode of the Relationship Renovation Podcast, hosts Tarah and EJ Kerwin sit down with renowned psychotherapist, author, and Deeper Dating podcast host Ken Page to dig deep into the transformative concept of "core gifts." Ken shares his personal journey from feeling chronically single and disconnected to discovering how our most tender, sensitive, and sometimes shame-covered traits hold the key to authentic intimacy. Through heartfelt storytelling and practical insights, you'll learn how embracing your unique vulnerabilities can not only heal past wounds but also spark a deeper, more meaningful connection with your partner.Whether you're looking to rekindle joy, break down emotional walls, or simply understand yourself better, this episode offers a roadmap for nurturing both self-compassion and true partnership. Ken reveals a simple but profound framework for identifying your core gifts, shifting the way you view your insecurities, and gently guiding your partner to do the same. Tune in to discover actionable tools and a compassionate mindset that will empower you to transform your relationship—and perhaps even your life—by honoring the most authentic parts of yourself. If you want a relationship filled with emotional safety, deeper trust, and revitalized intimacy, you won’t want to miss this episode!Learn more about Ken Page and the Deeper Dating PodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands