🎧 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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📩 Let’s Connect!
✨ Follow me on Instagram for daily marriage tips: @married.and.connected
✨ Have a question or topic you’d love me to cover? DM me or send an email to coaching@recognizingpotential.com

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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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Let’s Connect:
📲 Follow me on Instagram: @married.and.connected
📩 Join my Monthly Couples Coaching Workshop:https://mailchi.mp/4eefd89a4cf3/marchworkshop
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Tune in now and start building a stronger marriage despite parenting differences!

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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Humility is one of the most underrated but essential qualities in a thriving relationship. Without it, growth stalls, conflict escalates, and connection weakens. In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into why humility is the key to a strong and lasting marriage.

We’ll explore:
✔️ What humility really is (Hint: It’s not about being a doormat!)
✔️ How to recognize whether you have humility in your relationship
✔️ What happens when humility is lacking—and how it leads to disconnect
✔️ How to develop and demonstrate humility, even during difficult conversations
✔️ Where the lack of humility comes from and how to address it
✔️ The connection between humility, hurt, and healing

We’ll be pulling insights from Dr. John Gottman, psychologists, and relationship experts, giving you practical steps to build a marriage filled with grace, understanding, and emotional safety.

If you’ve ever struggled with pride, defensiveness, or feeling unheard in your relationship, this episode is for you.

📖 Dr. John Gottman’s Research on Healthy Relationships – The Gottman Institute

📖 Books on Humility & Relationships:

• The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work – John Gottman
• Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday
• The You You've Never Met by Dr. Andrea Vitz
• Daring Greatly – Brené Brown (on vulnerability & humility)
• Radical Acceptance – Tara Brach

🔥 This week, practice humility by actively listening to your partner without interrupting or defending yourself. Instead of reacting, ask yourself, "What truth might be in their words?" and respond with curiosity instead of defensiveness.

🎙️ Have a story about how practicing humility changed your relationship? Share it with me! DM me on Instagram [@married.and.connected] or email me at [coaching@recognizingpotential.com].

Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it! 💙

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Welcome to the newly rebranded podcast- Married and Connected, where we explore the emotional dynamics of relationships and personal growth. In this episode, we unpack how we filter the words of those closest to us and why certain comments trigger emotional reactions. Drawing from Dr. Andrea Vitz's groundbreaking work on emotional sobriety, we explore actionable steps to reframe these filters and build healthier connections with our loved ones.

Whether you’re navigating challenges with your partner, parents, or children, this episode will provide insight, tools, and inspiration for emotional clarity and growth.

Key Topics Discussed

The Weight of Words

What is Emotional Sobriety?

Common Emotional Filters and Triggers

Steps to Change Your Filters

Exercises for Couples

Listener Action Items

Resources Mentioned

Join the Conversation
What emotional filters have you noticed in your life? Share your story with us on IG @Married.And.Connected, or send us a message to coaching@recognizingpotential.com

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New Year's resolutions often focus on self-improvement, but what about improving your most important relationship—your marriage? In this episode, we explore how to set a powerful intention for a healthy, thriving marriage in 2025. Using the G.R.E.A.T framework, I share practical steps to grieve past hurts, reflect on your role in your relationship, embrace your current reality, act on needed changes, and cultivate gratitude. Along the way, I draw from personal experiences, biblical wisdom, and coaching insights to inspire you to take actionable steps toward a stronger connection with your spouse.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

1. G: Grieve what you've lost and release it to move forward.

   • Why it's essential to process your emotions and let go of old expectations.
   • Key insights from Proverbs 14:13 and "The Body Keeps the Score."

2. R: Reflect on your contributions to your marriage.

   • How taking responsibility for your part empowers you to grow.
   • The importance of self-awareness and learning the 5-finger apology.

3. E: Embrace where you are in your marriage.

   • The power of accepting your circumstances while trusting God’s plan.
   • Personal stories of perseverance, hope, and seeing the forest beyond the trees.

4. A: Act on what you need to do to make your marriage better.

   • Breaking free from destructive habits and excuses.
   • Why reaching out for help is a courageous and transformative step.

5. T: Thankfulness is the key to a thriving relationship.

   • How gratitude fosters intimacy, reduces stress, and strengthens commitment.
   • Eye-opening research and actionable tips for expressing appreciation daily.

Bible Verses Referenced:

• Lamentations 3:22-23
• Proverbs 14:13
• Matthew 7:3-5
• Philippians 4:6
• 1 Chronicles 16:34

Key Takeaways:

• Change starts with you. When you commit to personal growth, your marriage will transform.
• Gratitude is a powerful tool that shifts your focus from entitlement to appreciation, enhancing emotional connection.
• You’re never too far gone to rebuild your relationship!

Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. Andrea Vitz’s Emotional Sobriety Course
• The Divorce-Proof Marriage Coaching Program (link to your coaching program)

Action Steps:

• Reflect on your own role in your relationship—journal about areas where you can improve.
• Practice daily gratitude by writing down 3 things you appreciate about your spouse.
• If you're ready to take your marriage to the next level, email me at coaching@recognizingpotential.com to schedule a session.

Join the Movement:

• If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review and share it with your friends.
• Screenshot this episode, post it on social media, and tag me @divorceproofmarriage. Together, we can create a ripple effect that strengthens marriages and reduces the divorce rate worldwide.

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Let’s Connect:

• Instagram: @divorceproofmarriage
• Website: www.recognizingpotential.com
• Coaching Inquiries: coaching@recognizingpotential.com

Thank you for tuning in! Here’s to a year of growth, gratitude, and a G.R.E.A.T marriage in 2025. See you next week!

In this episode, we tackle one of the most vulnerable and misunderstood areas of marriage—intimacy. Using insights from renowned experts like Dr. John Gottman, Vanessa Marin, and biblical principles, we dive into the common challenges couples face in their sex lives, the role of stress and unspoken expectations, and how intimacy evolves over time.

Whether it’s mismatched libidos, the impact of life changes, or cultural taboos around discussing sex, we provide actionable steps and strategies to overcome barriers and build both emotional and physical intimacy. By the end of this episode, you’ll feel equipped to deepen your connection and create a more fulfilling relationship.

What We’ll Cover:

• Understanding Common Barriers:
  How stress, unspoken expectations, and cultural taboos impact intimacy in marriage.
• Mismatched Libidos:
  What differing sex drives mean, how to compromise on frequency, and the importance of connection over numbers.
• Biblical Misconceptions:
  Addressing common biblical misunderstandings about sex and embracing the truth.
• Building Emotional Intimacy:
  Why emotional safety is the foundation of physical intimacy and practical ways to nurture it.
• Reigniting Passion:
  Ideas for spicing up your sex life and reigniting the flame after years of marriage.
• Navigating Conversations About Sex:
  How to talk about intimacy when one partner sees the topic as taboo or uncomfortable.
• Life Changes and Libido:
  Why libido changes (e.g., after childbirth, menopause) and how to work through them as a team.
• Breaking Unspoken Expectations:
  Identifying hidden assumptions and how to communicate needs effectively.

Listener Takeaways:

• Practical exercises for building emotional intimacy, like “listening dates” and daily appreciations.
• Examples of healthy boundaries and how to have meaningful conversations about intimacy.
• Real-life strategies for reigniting passion, even in the busiest seasons of life.
• Encouragement to embrace open communication, respect, and connection.

Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. John Gottman’s research on intimacy and emotional connection.
• Vanessa Marin’s insights into understanding mismatched libidos and spicing up your sex life.
• Relevant biblical verses that highlight the importance of love, respect, and physical intimacy in marriage.
• Suggested books: The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by Dr. John Gottman and Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski.

Engage with Us:

• What challenges have you faced in your intimacy journey? Share your story or questions by sending me a DM or email—I’d love to hear from you and may feature your question in a future episode.
• Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram for daily tips and inspiration for building a stronger marriage.
• Email: coaching@recognizingpotential.com
• IG, TT- @divorceproofmarriage
• Facebook- www.facebook.com/divorce.proof.marriage

Work With Me:
If you and your partner are ready to break through the barriers in your marriage and build deeper intimacy, my 1:1 coaching program is designed to help you do just that. Let’s work together to create a relationship where both emotional and physical intimacy thrive. Click here to learn more and schedule your first session.

In this episode, we explore how stress and mental health challenges can strain relationships—especially during the holidays. Learn:

• The science behind stress and disconnection.
• Strategies to support your partner’s mental health.
• Activities to boost happy hormones and deepen intimacy.
• Tips for setting boundaries and navigating holiday stress.
• What my family is doing to better our mental health as a whole.

Ready to strengthen your relationship? My 1:1 coaching program can help you navigate challenges with confidence. Visit www.recognizingpotential.com to learn more.

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