Relationship Renovation | Couples | Love | Advice | Intimacy | Communication | Marriage

Couples often lack the tools to navigate conflict in a healthy way. They both become emotionally activated and engage in a "war of perspectives". They desperately want to feel heard and understood, but because they are both hurt, angry and frustrated they struggle to listen and validate each other's thoughts and feelings.In this episode, Tarah and EJ discuss Emotional Triage, a strategy that can be employed during difficult moments which helps couples remain emotionally connected and build confidence in their ability to resolve conflict.This is one of many tools Tarah and EJ teach couples. For more information on their programs please visit their Linktree.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

More than half of all adults have a family history of alcoholism or problem drinking. More than 7 million children live in a household where at least one parent is dependent on or has abused alcohol. Alcohol abuse can be a significant cause of relationship stress. It is essential to understand the impact problem drinking has on your individual and relationship wellness.In this episode Tarah and EJ interview Dean Anderson (author, executive, husband, and father). Dean discusses the impact alcohol had on him as an individual and partner. He shares his road to recovery, and the significant positive shift sobriety had on his life. Dean shares how recovery created a level of honesty that opened him up to deeper levels of connections with those he loves.He discusses his book “Was That a Red Flag,” where he explores “Red Flags” individuals and couples ignore.Dean Anderson LinkedinTogether Tarah and EJ have created Relationship Renovation at Home.Relationship Renovation at Home. is designed for couples facing struggles in their relationship and couples who want to strengthen their relationship. Relationship Renovation at home gives couples the tools to explore complex issues and build a resilient and loving connection.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Relationships improve when each individual commits to facing their challenges and growing as a person. By committing to personal growth and learning to support your partner in their development you create the possibility for a long-lasting healthy relationship.In this episode, Tarah and EJ discuss realistic expectations of the pace of change in yourself and your partner. They share challenges they face in their relationship and what they have learned both as a couple and as therapists about how to create the atmosphere most supportive of individual growth which enriches a relationship.Together Tarah and EJ have created Relationship Renovation at Home.Relationship Renovation at Home. is designed for couples facing struggles in their relationship and couples who want to strengthen their relationship. Relationship Renovation at home gives couples the tools to communicate in a healthier way and strengthen their intimate connection.This program focuses on developing a deeper understanding of yourself, your partner, and your relationship. And by doing so, you will gain confidence in the resilience of your relationship. Each of the 22 lessons has a video with Tarah and EJ discussing key concepts of relationship wellness that help you understand underlying dynamics and common obstacles that couples face. The videos prepare you and your partner to work through accompanying exercises that stimulate conversation where you build the trust, empathy and understanding needed to achieve your relationship goals.Relationship Renovation at home includes: 22 lessons structured approach to rebuilding your relationship Exploration of underlying dynamics and common obstacles that couples faceSequential exercises focused on deepening emotional and intimate connections Access to a closed Facebook Group with 600+ couples sharing their experiences Get direct access to E.J. and Tara’s Relationship ExpertiseRelationship Renovation at Home.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Understanding the emotional and behavioral patterns that pull couples apart is essential in building a healthy relationship. But, to make lasting changes, couples must cultivate the mindfulness to realize when they are falling into old patterns and intentionally choose to interact in more healthy ways. Mindfulness is an essential tool for couples to utilize in developing a respectful and loving relationship.In this episode, Tarah and EJ interview Lodro Rinzler, a meditation teacher and the author of seven books, and the co-founder of MNDFL meditation studios in New York City. His books Walk Like a Buddha and The Buddha Walks into the Office have received Independent Publisher Book Awards. His new book is Take Back Your Mind: Buddhist Advice for Anxious Times. Lodro has taught meditation for twenty years in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition and frequently travels for his books, having spoken across the world at conferences, universities, and businesses as diverse as Google, Harvard University, and the White House.Named one of 50 Innovators Shaping the Future of Wellness by SONIMA, Rinzler's work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, Good Morning America, CBS, and NBC.lodrorinzler.com Facebook / Twitter / InstagramSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In our years of working with couples in counseling, it has become clear that when couples go through changes that this often destabilizes them. Often couples find themselves feeling separate and frustrated with one another and have no idea how this happened. The truth is that individuals have very different ways in which they cope with change and when their instinctual responses to change do not line up then problems arise.In this episode, Tarah and EJ explore the different life transitions couples face. They discuss the reasons why transitions can be difficult for couples and provide insight into how couples can stay connected and supportive during times of change.Tarah and EJ also offer an at-home program for Couples seeking to build a better relationship.Relationship Renovation at Home is designed for couples facing struggles in their relationship and couples who want to strengthen their relationship. Relationship Renovation at home gives couples the tools to communicate in a healthier way and strengthen their intimate connection.This program focuses on developing a deeper understanding of yourself, your partner, and your relationship. And by doing so, you will gain confidence in the resilience of your relationship. Each of the 22 lessons has a video with Tarah and EJ discussing key concepts of relationship wellness that help you understand underlying dynamics and common obstacles that couples face. The videos prepare you and your partner to work through accompanying exercises that stimulate conversation where you build the trust, empathy, and understanding needed to achieve your relationship goals.Relationship Renovation at home includes: 22 lessons structured approach to rebuilding your relationship Exploration of underlying dynamics and common obstacles that couples faceSequential exercises focused on deepening emotional and intimate connections Access to a closed Facebook Group with 600+ couples sharing their experiences Get direct access to E.J. and Tara’s Relationship ExpertisePurchase Relationship Renovation at HomeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Tarah and EJ interview Hannah B Body Confidence advocate, Social Media Influencer, and Confidence Educator. Hannah hosts the podcast "Hannah Says".Hannah's mission is to help all people radically accept their bodies and achieve the self-confidence they deserve. She does this by teaching others about how to heal their relationship with food, improve their body image, and fall in love with who they are. They explore how body image and self-esteem affect relationships, dating, and picking a life partner. Self-confidence and acceptance are central to personal well-being. By learning to love yourself individuals develop the ability to give and receive love freely with their partner.To learn more about Hannah B please check out...healthybyhannah Instagram Hannah Says PodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In this compelling and heartfelt episode Tarah and EJ interview Brian and Jaime, a couple who went through the Relationship Renovation program several years ago. They share intimate details of their decades-long relationship and the healing path through infidelity. In a rare exploration of the process of healing, Brian and Jaime share how the stresses of life can slowly pull a couple apart and leave them feeling like strangers to each other and themselves. They share the non-linear road that led them to rebuild and strengthen their relationship and the inspiring story of becoming their best selves together.Relationship RenovationSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Tarah and EJ Kerwin interview Robin Memel Fox MA/LPC, a therapist specializing in Dance/Movement and EMDR. They spend the interview discussing EMDR, a well-researched trauma resolution technique. They help the audience understand this therapeutic approach, how it works, and the benefits it offers individuals who have experienced trauma.EMDR International Association (listing of therapists and resources)https://www.emdria.org/https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/Books:Getting Past your Past by Francine Shapiro, Ph.D.Tapping In, a step by step guide to activating your healing resources through bilateral stimulation By Laurel Parnell, Ph.D. EMDR: The Breakthrough Therapy for Overcoming Anxiety, Stress, and Trauma by Francine Shapiro, Ph.D. Attachment-Focused EMDR: Healing Relational Trauma By Laurel ParnellEMDR Therapy and Somatic Psychology: Interventions to Enhance Embodiment in Trauma Treatment By Arielle Schwartz and Barb MaibergerSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Tarah and EJ interview Liz Montgomery, Psy D.Dr. Liz is a military vet and therapist specializing in trauma and its' effect on relationships. They discuss the culture of the military, law enforcement, and first responders and how the skills they develop in their occupation often cause trouble for them in their intimate relationships. Individuals in these fields often struggle to connect with and communicate in a vulnerable way with their partners. They compartmentalize their emotions and can become frustrated and overwhelmed in emotionally challenging situations. They discuss barriers to treatment and provide guidance in finding the right mental health provider.Tarah and EJ also offer an at home program for Couples seeking to build a better relationship.Relationship Renovation at Home is designed for couples facing struggles in their relationship and couples who want to strengthen their relationship. Relationship Renovation at home gives couples the tools to communicate in a healthier way and strengthen their intimate connection.This program focuses on developing a deeper understanding of yourself, your partner, and your relationship. And by doing so, you will gain confidence in the resilience of your relationship. Each of the 22 lessons has a video with Tarah and EJ discussing key concepts of relationship wellness that help you understand underlying dynamics and common obstacles that couples face. The videos prepare you and your partner to work through accompanying exercises that stimulate conversation where you build the trust, empathy, and understanding needed to achieve your relationship goals.Relationship Renovation at home includes: 22 lessons structured approach to rebuilding your relationship Exploration of underlying dynamics and common obstacles that couples faceSequential exercises focused on deepening emotional and intimate connections Access to a closed Facebook Group with 600+ couples sharing their experiences Get direct access to E.J. and Tara’s Relationship ExpertisePurchase Relationship Renovation at HomeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Often times couples begin to expect the worst of their partner. They assume that even in the most simple interactions there are hidden or negative feelings. In this episode, Tarah and EJ explore why couples struggle to give each other The Benefit of the Doubt. They explore how this dynamic develops in long-term relationships and the consequences when it is not addressed. They also help couples develop ways to address this dynamic in order to feel more deeply connected.Tarah and EJ also offer an at-home program for Couples seeking to build a better relationship.Relationship Renovation at Home is designed for couples facing struggles in their relationship and couples who want to strengthen their relationship. Relationship Renovation at home gives couples the tools to communicate in a healthier way and strengthen their intimate connection.This program focuses on developing a deeper understanding of yourself, your partner, and your relationship. And by doing so, you will gain confidence in the resilience of your relationship. Each of the 22 lessons has a video with Tarah and EJ discussing key concepts of relationship wellness that help you understand underlying dynamics and common obstacles that couples face. The videos prepare you and your partner to work through accompanying exercises that stimulate conversation where you build the trust, empathy, and understanding needed to achieve your relationship goals.Relationship Renovation at home includes: 22 lessons structured approach to rebuilding your relationship Exploration of underlying dynamics and common obstacles that couples faceSequential exercises focused on deepening emotional and intimate connections Access to a closed Facebook Group with 600+ couples sharing their experiences Get direct access to E.J. and Tara’s Relationship ExpertisePurchase Relationship Renovation at HomeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands