🎧 Episode Summary:
Think dating is just for new couples? Think again! In this episode, we’re diving into why dating your spouse is one of the most powerful ways to maintain emotional intimacy, strengthen your friendship, and keep your marriage thriving. We’ll break down how regular date nights align with Dr. John Gottman’s Sound Relationship House model, reduce conflict, and create lasting connection. Plus, I’ll share easy, creative date night ideas (even for busy couples and parents!) and ways to make dating a habit—not a chore.

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ How dating strengthens the friendship foundation in your marriage
✅ Why couples who prioritize fun together have less conflict and deeper connection
✅ Science-backed reasons why dating your spouse reduces stress and improves emotional intimacy
✅ Practical, budget-friendly date night ideas (even with kids!)
✅ How to bring back the spark if your relationship feels more like roommates than romantic partners

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Parenting differences are inevitable, but when they start affecting your marriage, it can feel overwhelming. In this episode, I sit down with parenting and relationship expert Alicia Krasko to discuss how differing parenting styles impact marriages, whether in nuclear, first, or blended families. We explore the underlying tensions these differences can create, how to address conflicts before they escalate, and practical strategies for getting on the same page with your spouse. If parenting differences have caused friction in your marriage, this episode is for you!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ How parenting style differences affect marriage dynamics
✔️ Common struggles couples face when raising kids together
✔️ Why parenting conflicts can be even more challenging in blended families
✔️ Steps to take when disagreements start creating tension in your relationship
✔️ Communication strategies to help couples find alignment
✔️ The importance of shared values in parenting and marriage

About Our Guest:
Alicia Krasko is a seasoned parenting and relationship coach specializing in helping couples navigate the challenges of raising children while maintaining a strong, connected marriage. With years of experience working with families in various dynamics, she offers valuable insights into resolving parenting conflicts and fostering unity in relationships.

Resources & Links:
👉 Connect with Alicia Krasko on socials @aliciakrasko
👉 Free Guide on ideas to connect with your stepkids: www.aliciakrasko.com/ideas

👉 Free Guide on setting expectations: www.aliciakrasko.com/expectations

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Certified coach and author Gabriela Embon believes that a fulfilling adult life hinges on two essential components: an ideal career and a thriving primary relationship. In the last 2 decades as a coach, Gabriela has dedicated herself to helping couples build fulfilling and enduring relationships. Gabriela utilizes the analytical and problem-solving skills from her engineering background, and applies them to the intricacies of human relationships. By combining the precision of engineering with the emotional depth of human behavior, she empowers couples to transform their relationships, and become a Power Couple.

In this episode, Kameran sits down with Gabriela to talk about Gabriela's book Becoming A Power Couple. Kameran and Gabriela dive into what a power couple is, how couples can achieve that status for themselves, and the 4 pillars of becoming a power couple.

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