Episodes

In this week's episode, we are unpacking one of the most common myths I hear from couples: “We just fell out of love.” The truth? Love doesn’t vanish—it fades when we stop choosing it. I’ll share how unmet needs, unspoken res...

In this week's episode, I speak to the woman standing at the edge—the one who wonders if walking away is the only way forward. Before you make that decision, I invite you to pause and ask yourself four life-altering questions...

In this heartfelt episode of Monarch for Love, I sit down with Psychiatrist, Dr. Mariana Martinasevic, to explore how alcohol and other substances can quietly reshape the fabric of a marriage. From social drinking to dependen...

In this week’s episode, we’re naming something couples rarely admit out loud—feeling lonely in marriage. You said “I do,” you built a life together, and yet sometimes it feels like you’re miles apart under the same roof. Lone...

In this week’s episode, I’m stepping into a season many couples both dread and quietly anticipate—the empty nest. After decades of parenting, the kids are gone, the routines vanish, and the house suddenly feels too quiet. It’...

Think sexy means lingerie and candlelight? Think again. In this feel-good episode, Michelle Hays and positivity powerhouse Instagram sensation Kelli Butterfly spill the tea on how playfulness, laughter, and choosing joy can s...

In this heartfelt episode of Monarch for Love, host Michelle Hays gets personal and real about a common but often unnoticed relationship trap—the stories we tell ourselves. Whether it’s “He doesn’t care,” or “She never listen...

In this empowering episode of Monarch for Love, Michelle sits down with Bradley Rausch, host of the Redefining Growth podcast, to explore what it really takes to move from emotional overwhelm to intentional change—especially ...

Let’s face it—talking about sex in marriage can feel awkward, vulnerable, and even risky. But avoiding the topic only creates distance. In this heartfelt episode, Michelle Hays gets real about the fears, miscommunications, an...

In this lighthearted yet deeply insightful episode, Michelle Hays shares a personal story that every couple can relate to—when one partner needs to process out loud and the other retreats into silence. Through her real-life e...

Are your thoughts heavy with resentment? Are you withholding forgiveness? In this week's episode, Michelle Hays talks about how forgiveness lifts the weight and brings hearts back together. Hurting each other is inevitable—bu...

This Week on Monarch for Love Michelle Hays dives into one of the most misunderstood (and underused) relationship skills: validation. You'll learn what it really means to validate your partner—without surrendering your own pe...

This Week on Monarch for Love We’re packing our bags—and maybe a little patience—as we dive into the world of travel and relationships. I’m honored to be joined by luxury travel planner Shari Kavalin, founder of Elegant Escap...

In this week's episode, Michelle Hays explores the six pillars of intimacy that keep love strong, connected, and enduring. From emotional safety to shared vulnerability, you'll discover how to nurture the kind of intimacy tha...

🦋 In this special episode of Monarch for Love , Michelle Hays welcomes her beloved Aunt Fran Robinson—91 years young and full of timeless wisdom. As a widow who spent decades in a devoted marriage, Aunt Fran opens up about lo...

Do you ever feel like you're doing everything for everyone—hoping for love, recognition, or simply to belong? In this heartfelt episode of Monarch for Love, Michelle Hays is joined by special guest Sanaiyah Gurnamal , a Relat...

In today’s hyper-connected world, emotional boundaries can blur fast—especially online. In this episode of Monarch for Love, Michelle Hays dives into the subtle yet damaging world of micro-cheating, social media habits, and h...

Trust is the foundation of every thriving relationship—but what does it really look like in day-to-day married life? In this episode of Monarch for Love, Michelle Hays explores how trust shapes emotional security, deepens con...

In this deeply compassionate episode of Monarch for Love, Michelle Hays is joined by Dr. Mariana Martinasevic, a physiatrist with over 25 years of experience, to explore how anxiety, depression, and mental health challenges i...

In this inspiring episode of Monarch for Love, Michelle Hays reminds us that great marriages don’t just happen—they’re built with intention, one choice at a time. From cultivating gratitude to practicing healthy communication...

Do you find yourself pulling away or clinging tightly in relationships? In this eye-opening episode of Monarch for Love, Michelle Hays explores how your attachment style might be shaping your connection with your spouse—and w...

If you're caught in a cycle of blame, you're not alone—and there's a way out. In this heartfelt solo episode of Monarch for Love, Michelle Hays invites you to lay down the burden of blame and pick up the tools of healing. Wit...

In this powerful episode, Michelle Hays sits down with attorney and author Richard Stevens to discuss how the way we speak—especially in emotionally charged moments—can either protect or damage our most important relationship...

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Kelli Butterfly, social media coach and host of the Daily Dose of Positivity podcast. Together, we tackle the age-old question: Is a happy wife enough, or should both partners prioritize ...