Episodes

In this week's episode, we discuss the importance of regularly expressing love and gratitude to our partners to keep the relationship strong. Tune in now to discover nine ways you can show love and appreciation to your spouse. Happy Thanksgiving to those celebrating! Choose love.

Can you imagine being married for 50 years or longer? In this week's episode, we discuss timeless love and the inspiration drawn from couples whose marriages withstand the test of time.e being married for 50 years or more? In this week's episode, we discuss timeless love and the inspirations from couples whose marriages withstand the test of time.

Do you feel drained? Could it be that you are giving too much? In this week's episode, we are discussing a hot topic that many of us can resonate with! Giving too much can be harmful to our marriages. Tune in now to discover why we do too much, why it drains us, what we can do to create a healthier balance, and how doing less can make us feel more connected to our partners. Choose love and start your journey to a healthier relationship today.

Do you and your partner often find yourselves at odds during football season? This week's episode is packed with actionable advice on how to manage the unique challenges of this time, helping you to maintain a strong connection. Tune in and learn how to love with intention and keep your heart in the game!

When we enter into our first marriage, it's a time of immense love and hope, with divorce being the furthest thing from our minds. In this week's episode, I am thrilled to be joined by my sister, Denise Georgakis. Together, we are sharing our deeply personal love stories, the reasons behind our marriages' endings, and the profound lessons we've learned about love and marriage.

Have you ever considered getting divorced? Have you ever considered all the ramifications of that choice? In this week's episode, I will be sharing the realities of divorce. I have been divorced. Twice. I am acutely aware what it is like to get divorced. I am now remarried for the third time and I have learned that love is a decision. I am not better than you, just better than I used to be. Having realistic expectations of love and marriage can help us all avoid disillusionment and divorce. Love...

When our marriages are not going as well as we had expected it can be draining. Are you tired, feeling depressed or trapped? You may be experiencing marriahe burnout. In this week's episode, you will learn what marriage burn out is, what it feels like and how to avoid it.

In this week's episode, I have the honor of sharing a story filled with hope and a whole lot of love. I am joined by Reanna Montaro who has been fostering "Little One" for nearly five years and is now in the process of adoption. It's been a long journey filled with joy and tears. We are also joined by Reanna's mom, Karen Ferritto who has been a constant source of love and support along the way. Join us as we share from our hearts the ultimate choice....unconditional love. This is an episode you ...

Is married sex really boring? Are good marriages really conflict free? There are so many misconceptions about marriage. In this week's episode, we are diving into some of the most common myths about marriage, and why holding those beliefs can prevent us from doing what is necessary to create happy, fulfilling marriages. What marriage myths do you believe in?

Can't wait to retire? Did you know that retirement can be very stressful on our marriages if we don't prepare? In this week's episode, Karen Ferritto and I are discussing how retirement affects marriages, the "Gray Divorce," how to not drive each other crazy during retirement and much, much more....

In this eye-opening episode, Kristen Adams (aka KO) dives deep into the health crisis gripping America and explores its intricate links to food, trauma, and lifestyle choices. Her returning guest, Kellie Kuecha Moitt, is a Naturopathic Coach. They shed light on how the FDA’s regulatory shifts have inadvertently steered Americans towards unhealthy habits. Discover the vital role of functional medicine and why traditional checks are not enough. They discuss the importance of comprehensive evaluati...

Marriage is not easy. There will always be challenges. In this week's episode, we are exploring the complexities of staying committed to our spouses, the power of a commitment statement, and the action steps we need to take to strengthen the commitment we made when we said "I do!" Remember love is a decision. Choose love.

Are you ready to get out of your own way and reach your goals? Drawing on her experience as a mentor, leader, and dedicated mom, Kristen (aka KO) shares practical tips, motivational stories, and powerful insights from her own life and the people who inspire her, like the legendary Michael Jordan and influential authors like Rachel Hollis and John Maxwell. Whether you’re navigating the corporate world, managing a household, or chasing your dreams, this episode offers the tools, mindset, and encou...

Do you feel emotionally safe in your marriage? In this week's episode, you'll learn what it takes to create emotional safety in your marriage. You will also hear what emotional safety is NOT! Emotional safety is essential for the well being of our marriages don't settle for anything less!

Kristen Adams (aka KO) and her son Dylan dive into a heartfelt conversation as they reflect on the unique perks of having divorced parents. They chat about their experiences with sports, generational differences, and the shift from Dylan being an only child to embracing a blended family with stepparents and younger siblings. Kristen shares the challenges she faced as a single mom, while Dylan expresses appreciation for the extended support system and the bonus of multiple holiday celebrations. T...

Does your faith ever get shaken? Mine does! In this week's episode, I'd like to welcome my cousin, Kathryn Ferritto back to the show! Today we are discussing faith, commitment, conflict, what God wants for us in our marriages, and much, much more! Discover why love can challenge us, heal us and how we can see our spouse's quirks as an opportunity to serve and love them unconditionally.

Kristen Adams aka KO breaks down the basics of back to school tools for success. Each one of us, whether you have 1 kiddo or 5, will face the daily challenge of juggling schedules, homework, sports and everything in between. Kristen shares lots of helpful ways to avoid chaos while setting realistic expectations. Creating healthy habits with consistency, checklists, accountability and rewards is an awesome way to get back to school and back on track!

We all get triggered by our spouses! In this weeks episode, we are discussing the involuntary response to the things that happen in our past that cause us to be triggered by our partners. Being emotionally reactive is detrimental to our marriages. Listen now to learn what to do when you feel triggered, how you can manage and even overcome your triggers and why our triggers can actually be a gift.

You will NOT want to miss this episode! Kristen Adams (aka KO) dives into her own painful journey as a survivor of domestic abuse and even being kidnapped away from her family. It has taken her over 30 years to share her story due to her own fears. KO’s empathy is powerful, and she is living proof that confronting your past trauma and distress can help take away vulnerability and foster healthy relationships. The healing process is NOT easy and being paralyzed in fear is a tremendous burden to c...

Have you ever wondered why so marriages fail? Do you ever feel like giving up on your marriage. In this weeks episode, we are discussing why love is so challenging and why so many marriages fail. You will learn how to turn towards your spouse and what you need to avoid so that you don't become part of the startling divorce statistics. Love is a decsion and it takes two people to create something long-lasting and fulfilling. Choose your spouse. Don't give up on each other.

Kristen Adams (aka KO) sits down with the one and only Paige Kornblue who is known for her media expertise, journalism and reporting with ESPN Events. Paige and Kristen have lots of similar stories to share about losing both parents and walking through grief, divorce and coparenting. They offer encouragement as they help listeners get IN THE KNOW about the importance of knowing not only WHEN to reach out for support but WHO to reach out to! They laugh through the obstacles they have overcome and...

Are you a good listener? Listening isn't always easy. In this weeks episode, we are sharing 7 tips that you can use to elevate your listening skills so that you can avoid misunderstandings and disconnection. Love is embracing the idea that we can create a stronger deeper connection by actively listening. Choose love.

Kristen Adams (aka KO) sits down solo to share from the heart about how she navigated life's toughest obstacle...death! Losing both of her parents only three years apart, and then her grandmother, becoming an only child adult orphan has fueled her desire to normalize one of the most difficult and complicated topics that NO ONE wants to talk about, yet NO ONE is escaping! Kristen opens up about her journey in funeral and estate planning while sharing personal experiences in dealing with grief and...

Have you ever felt invalidated by your spouse? In this weeks episode, we are discussing why learning to validate our partners is the cornerstone of emotional safety and connection in our marriages. Listen now to discover how we can communicate effectively so that our partners feel important, understood and validated! Love is a choice to learn the skills required to validate our partners. Choose love.