Episodes

Ep. 45 - Marriage Tools and Methods With Daniel W. Houmes, LMFT
March 14, 2023

Ep. 45 - Marriage Tools and Methods With Daniel W. Houmes, LMFT

All marriages have challenges. How are you handling the challenges in your marriage? Have you ever considered seeing a marriage therapist? This week, I am honored to be joined by Daniel W. Houmes, a Licensed Marriage and Fami...

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Ep. 44 - Men and Women Really Do Think Differently
March 7, 2023

Ep. 44 - Men and Women Really Do Think Differently

In this week's episode, you will hear how Larry Savarese, who served as a combat marine, won the heart of his lovely ballerina Julia Savarese. My husband, Brian Hays, also joins us in the conversation as we all share our idea...

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Ep. 43 - How to Emotionally Reconnect with Your Husband
Feb. 28, 2023

Ep. 43 - How to Emotionally Reconnect with Your Husband

Has your husband been emotionally distant lately? Are you feeling lonely and unloved? The truth is that most husbands will become emotionally distant sometimes. That is normal, but when he remains emotionally distant for long...

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Ep. 42 - Money and Marriage
Feb. 21, 2023

Ep. 42 - Money and Marriage

Money is the second leading cause of divorce, and the odds are that you have argued about money with your spouse at some point during your marriage. In this week's episode, Personal Finance Coach and host of the "Where's My M...

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Ep. 41 - The Five Love Languages
Feb. 14, 2023

Ep. 41 - The Five Love Languages

Most likely, you have heard about the book The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman. In this week's episode, you will hear a description of each of the five love languages. You'll learn why knowing your partner's love language...

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Ep. 40 - Your Love Story Didn't End When You Got Married!
Feb. 7, 2023

Ep. 40 - Your Love Story Didn't End When You Got Married!

I am honored to speak with Rev. David M Anderson, The Wedding Chaplain, in this week's episode. Whether you are newly married, married for quite some time, or remarried, this is an episode you will not want to miss! David and...

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Ep. 39 - Are Your Expectations of Romance in Marriage Too High?
Jan. 31, 2023

Ep. 39 - Are Your Expectations of Romance in Marriage Too High?

Many of us have very high expectations regarding love, romance, and marriage. I get it. My expectations were unrealistic also. In this episode, you'll learn what you can do to reconnect with your spouse, the decision that tru...

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Ep. 38 - Would You Ever Get Married Again?
Jan. 24, 2023

Ep. 38 - Would You Ever Get Married Again?

I can't tell you how often I hear divorced people say, "I would never get married again." Yet, after a few years, some of us unexpectedly say "I do" again. Myself included! In this week's episode, Best Selling Author and Busi...

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Ep. 37 - 10 Ways to Deal With Annoying Relatives
Jan. 17, 2023

Ep. 37 - 10 Ways to Deal With Annoying Relatives

We all have challenging relatives. You know, the " But We Are Family " relatives. This week, my husband Brian joins me and we are discussing how to cope with challenging relatives. Sometimes it's "easier said than done" but ...

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Ep. 36 - How to Create Romance in Your Marriage
Jan. 10, 2023

Ep. 36 - How to Create Romance in Your Marriage

When was the last time you felt romanced? Have you romanced your partner lately? If you want romance to be a part of your marriage, you must "intentionally" and "consistently" create romance! It is easier than you think! In t...

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Ep. 35 - Do You Want a Happier Marriage in 2023?
Jan. 3, 2023

Ep. 35 - Do You Want a Happier Marriage in 2023?

It’s a new year! You can make better choices when it comes to your life and your relationship. Listen now to hear the New Year’s resolution you want to make that will make you and your partner happier in 2023! Wishing you the...

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Ep. 34 - Has Divorce Ever Crossed Your Mind?
Dec. 27, 2022

Ep. 34 - Has Divorce Ever Crossed Your Mind?

Divorce is a traumatic experience. It takes a huge toll on you, your family and your children. In this week's episode, Jamie Levine, the founder of Team Esteem and the host of the Mom Esteem podcast joins me to discuss divorc...

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Ep. 33 - Do You Know How to Express Your Needs?
Dec. 20, 2022

Ep. 33 - Do You Know How to Express Your Needs?

Do you know the difference between a need and a want? Are you frequently neglecting your own needs? What are your beliefs about yourself and your partner? This episode is jam-packed with everything you want to know about expr...

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Ep. 32 - Five Signs of Complacency in Your Marriage
Dec. 13, 2022

Ep. 32 - Five Signs of Complacency in Your Marriage

So you are married for several years, and things are not as exciting as they once were. Things may even be, well, let's say, not so great. It happens to the best of us. We tend to get very familiar with our partners and inadv...

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Ep. 31 - What Gift Will You Give to Your Spouse This Holiday?
Dec. 6, 2022

Ep. 31 - What Gift Will You Give to Your Spouse This Holiday?

In this episode, we are talking about the art of gift-giving and the importance of thoughtfulness. I also share a story about a gift I received that I will never forget! It made me cry. This is a magical time of year. Learn w...

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Ep. 30 - How to Create Emotional Intimacy
Nov. 29, 2022

Ep. 30 - How to Create Emotional Intimacy

In this week's episode, we address one of the most frequent complaints couples face; Lack of emotional intimacy. Relationships cannot succeed without emotional connection. Do you desire a more profound sense of connection? Do...

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Ep. 29 - The Power of Gratitude in Your Marriage
Nov. 22, 2022

Ep. 29 - The Power of Gratitude in Your Marriage

Welcome back, and thank you for listening! In this week's episode, we explore the power of gratitude. Being grateful at Thanksgiving time is not enough! Do you habitually focus on the negative in your relationship most of the...

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Ep. 28 - How to Be Vulnerable in a Relationship
Nov. 15, 2022

Ep. 28 - How to Be Vulnerable in a Relationship

Being vulnerable can be challenging. However, vulnerability is a vital part of any meaningful relationship. My special guest today is Marcy Kammerman. In this week's episode, Marcy and I discuss the importance of vulnerabilit...

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Ep. 27 - Five Tips to Increase Connection in Your Marriage
Nov. 8, 2022

Ep. 27 - Five Tips to Increase Connection in Your Marriage

Feeling disconnected? Want more connection? You are not alone! Every marriage has times when spouses feel disengaged. So how do you reconnect or, better yet, deepen your connection? In this week's episode, I share five tips t...

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Ep. 26 - How to Successfully Live With Your Adult Children
Nov. 1, 2022

Ep. 26 - How to Successfully Live With Your Adult Children

Nowadays, it is not uncommon for adult children to live with their parents. The dynamics between you and your spouse change significantly, especially if they are stepchildren. In this week's episode, my sister, Denise Georgak...

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Ep. 25 - How Do You Resolve Conflicts in Your Relationship?
Oct. 25, 2022

Ep. 25 - How Do You Resolve Conflicts in Your Relationship?

Conflicts in relationships are unavoidable. Do you try to avoid conflict in your marriage? Why not learn how to resolve conflicts for a win-win solution? My special guest this week is Sandi Antush. In this episode, Sandi and ...

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Ep. 24 - Three Ways You Can Improve Your Marriage Fast
Oct. 18, 2022

Ep. 24 - Three Ways You Can Improve Your Marriage Fast

Wouldn't it be fantastic if you could wave a magic wand and "poof!" you could have the kind of relationship you want? Sounds great, but relationships don't work that way. You have more power than you think! Love is a process....

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Ep. 23 - Do You Know How to Manage Stress in Your Relationship?
Oct. 12, 2022

Ep. 23 - Do You Know How to Manage Stress in Your Relationship?

When you feel stressed, it's easy to take it out on your partner! Maybe they are taking their stress out on you? In this week's episode, my husband, Brian, and I talk about stress, expectations, and the pressures of society. ...

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Ep. 22 - How Would Your Marriage Change if Your Spouse Got Injured?
Oct. 4, 2022

Ep. 22 - How Would Your Marriage Change if Your Spouse Got Injured?

Life happens! How would you and your spouse adapt if one of you were suddenly unable to walk? In this episode, my husband, Brian, joins me as we share how a day out on the boat with our family turned into a race to shore and ...

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