Episodes

I am willing to bet that thinking about your wedding day brings back some blissful memories! In this week's episode, my special guest is Abi Allen, and she shares the excitement and anticipation of her upcoming wedding day! H...

This week's episode is jam-packed with thought-provoking ideas! Get ready as I take you for a short stroll down memory lane, address some of the frustrations and beliefs holding you back from the marriage you desire, and cons...

Listening is not always easy. We have all experienced conversations with our spouses when they were waiting to respond and were not listening. My husband, Brian Hays, is my special guest on this week's episode. Listen now to ...

Is it possible that you are contributing to your unhappiness? Do you believe that love is a "feeling"? In this week's episode, we are debunking what most people believe about love. Listen now to learn how a little self-awaren...

In this episode, Karen Ferritto and I discuss some of the essential ingredients needed to create a strong, loving marriage. You will learn why there is no such thing as a perfect partner and how simple choices can connect you...

This week listen to hear about a bipolar relationship. When it was good it was incredible but when it was bad it was abusive. You will also learn about red flags, and the dangers of the things we don’t say in order to keep th...

Your greatest desire is to be loved. Do you think you can go through the motions with little effort? Think about that for a moment. In this episode, you'll hear a story about an extraordinary woman who chose to love despite h...

Let's face it, being a stepparent is not easy! It can be downright frustrating and can potentially put a strain on your marriage. So why are stepfamilies so challenging? Most of the time, it's because stepparents and stepchil...

It is easy to get complacent in relationships. However, if you want a more fulfilling relationship, growth is essential.Growth brings excitement to a relationship! Growth can reconnect you and your partner!Are you a people pl...

Today, we welcome back our special guest, Karen Ferritto who has been married for 33 years! In this episode, we discuss: - The influence of In-Laws - Why understanding and forgiveness are important to you - Why childhood woun...

Are the words and phrases you are using disconnecting you and your partner?The words you use are potent. They can deliver a message of love, appreciation, and respect.On the other hand, your words also have the power to hurt,...

Toxic behaviors drain us. Maybe some toxic behaviors have creeped into your marriage? Listen in to learn what the good characteristics of a marriage are and how to include them in your marriage. Find out what Gandhi has to sa...

Step Families can be down right challenging. Do you feel like you are always walking on egg shells? Are you frustrated and confused? The good news is you're-normal! Most step families experience tension and resistance. This w...

The Four Horseman of the Apocalypse is a metaphor depicting the end of times. Dr. John Gottman uses this same metaphor to describe toxic behaviors that can predict a relationship's ending. This week we are exploring those tox...

Most of us tend hold our tongues when it comes to conflict. Is that choice really making our relationships better? In this week’s episode, my husband, Brian Hays, joins me to discuss how our pasts affect our relationships, "T...

Did you know that when we complain or nag there is actually an underlying DESIRE? How does your partner respond to your complaints or nagging? You repeat yourself because you believe they are not listening! I hear this from m...

There are times when the thought of divorce may cross your mind. In this episode we discuss the decision to get divorced, what that may look like and how the decision to love can empower you. Thank you to Laverne Gay, my mom,...

Surrounding ourselves with friends who have successful marriages and relationships is essential. Friends who can empathize and share rather than judge and criticize. Today my friend Sally Palmer joins me to share our tips on ...

Do you have a fixed mindset? Are you stuck in a belief that things cannot change in your relationship? How would your relationship change if you opened up your heart and mind to the possibility of change? Let's find out how h...

Have you been saying the same things over and over in your relationship? Let's shake up how we think about communicating with our partners. Follow me on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/monarchforlove/

Here's the story of two people who fell in love and gave up on each other. There was plenty of love but definitely not enough communicating. Are you feeling unheard, unappreciated and ultimately unloved? The reality is we all...

A sneak peek at what's ahead on MFL...