Couch Time with Amy Wine

Have you ever thought about who gets a seat at your table? Who has a voice in your life? 

All my life I’ve been told that my ideas are pipe dreams. My dreams have been laughed at and dismissed. After a while, I stopped sharing them, and eventually, I stopped dreaming at all. It stifled me. 

Now I’ve gotten very intentional about who gets a seat at my table, and I want to teach you to do the same. 

I’m covering why it’s so important to think about who gets a seat at your table and sharing a simple exercise to figure out who in your life gets one of those seats. 

If you’re letting other people’s opinions hold you back from your dreams, you need this episode. 

Show notes available at http://amywine.com/episode45

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Have you ever thought of your marriage as being like a football game? Probably not, but here’s what they have in common: staying within the boundaries is important if you want to win. 

So, how do you avoid going out of bounds in a marriage? I am discussing the important boundaries that every marriage needs by covering seven of the most common problems married couples encounter because they fail to set boundaries. 

Discover how negative patterns of behavior, communication, and mindset can ultimately destroy your marriage if you don't take action now, and learn why boundaries are not meant to stifle you but to create healthy and necessary limitations on how you speak to and treat your spouse when times get tough.

If you’re crossing the line in your marriage, this episode will enlighten and empower you to change your ways and save your marriage before it’s too late.

Show notes available at http://amywine.com/episode44

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Freedom and love are the foundation of a good marriage, so why do some people seek to control their spouses? What does control look like? And if you're the controlling spouse, is it too late to break this damaging habit?

These are some of the questions that we’re answering in this episode. We’re taking a look at some of the different ways we try to control each other in marriage (sometimes without even realizing we’re doing it!)

If you recognize yourself in any of the dynamics I’m describing in this episode, I want you to think about what you can do to change. I’m offering some solutions at the end, so make sure you stay tuned to hear some ideas on what you can do to break controlling habits. 

If you want to learn to limit your desire for control and place a higher value on love, this is for you. 

Show notes available at http://amywine.com/episode43

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Here on Couch Time with Amy Wine, we’re not afraid to tackle the subjects that no one else wants to talk about, so with that said, are you ready to get real and raw? We’re talking about infidelity. 

I know you don’t want to think about ever being hurt by infidelity, but what if you are? Would you be equipped with the tools to handle it? By the end of this episode, you will be. 

I’m sharing a step-by-step plan to heal a relationship for both the person who has been betrayed and the person who was unfaithful. It’s going to take work on both sides. 

Whether you’re trying to heal from this right now or you just want to be prepared in case the worst should ever happen, this episode has something for you. 

If you want to know how to heal a relationship after infidelity, tune in. 

Show notes available at http://amywine.com/episode42

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Take the Thrive Life Inventory: thrivelifeinventory.com

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What is the number one thing that impacts your marriage and business that most people don’t talk about?

Your values. That’s right, your values are your true north and the foundation for how you conduct yourself in business and marriage.

We all experience conflict in marriage, but if your value systems are total opposites, you’re going to struggle. 

I don’t think we talk about this enough, which is why this episode is so important. I’m talking about how your values show up in your everyday life and sharing an exercise that you can use to discover your top values and those of your spouse and staff. 

If you want to get clear on what your values are, tune in to this episode. 

Show notes available at http://amywine.com/episode41

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Take the Thrive Life Inventory: thrivelifeinventory.com

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Do you ever look at people who seem to have perfectly balanced businesses and marriages and wonder how they do it? What’s their secret?

Working in the same space as your spouse means there’s very little separation between work and marriage, and that might sound great, but it’s not always easy! 

In this episode, I’m sharing everything I’ve learned about balancing business and marriage. If you’re in the thick of it right now, you’re not alone. I’ve been where you are, and I was able to find my way back to a healthy business and marriage, which is how I know that you can do it too. 

If you feel like you have to choose between an awesome business or an awesome marriage, this is for you. I believe you can have both, and in this episode, I’m telling you how. 

Show notes available at http://amywine.com/episode40

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Take the Thrive Life Inventory: thrivelifeinventory.com

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Do you find it hard to make genuine connections with people in our day and age?

We live in a world where it can feel like everyone is hiding behind a screen, and the pandemic made it harder than ever to make in-person connections. I’m joined by Amanda Christine to talk about why it’s so important for us to be making meaningful connections, and she’s sharing her practical tips on how to do it. She’s also sharing why making connections is something that God intended us to do. Have you ever thought about it that way?

Amanda has mastered the art of asking the right questions to get people to open up. I know this because when we met I told her things I would never normally tell to someone I just met!

Amanda is the founder of the Society of Women Business Owners (SOWBO), a support group recognized for connecting, exciting, and challenging female entrepreneurs. Through one-to-one business coaching sessions, classroom-style training, and live events, Amanda helps women achieve measurable results while not losing sight of their unique influence and greater purpose. Amanda wants to live in a world where success is measured by genuine relationships, messy vulnerability, and passionate risk-taking. When she’s not working with business owners, you can find Amanda sipping coffee and intensely reading or writing at her favorite local coffee shop. 

If you want to become someone like Amanda who brings people together and makes them feel comfortable enough to open up, you’re in the right place. 

Show notes available at http://amywine.com/episode39

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Take the Thrive Life Inventory: thrivelifeinventory.com

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Join the SOWBO Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SOWBO 

Visit the SOWBO Website: https://www.sowbo.org

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How could a coach change your life and business?

In this episode, I’m joined by board-certified pediatrician Dr. Obidi to talk about coaching and leadership from a business and personal perspective. 

Dr. Obidi has some amazing insight into the value of coaching and how to approach coaching with the right mindset. He’s also touching on the importance of delegating when it comes to trying to balance different areas of your life. 

Dr. Obidi is a board-certified pediatrician practicing for over 17 years in Western Maryland where he also lives with his wife and their three kids. He holds a master's In Public Health from Columbia University’s School of Public Health, with a concentration in maternal and child health. He is the founder and CEO of Partners In Pediatrics and Family Health, a family medical practice, where he leads a team of 4 family medical providers caring for both pediatric and adult patients. 

He is also the CEO of Newborn Prep Academy where he runs an online course called The Newborn Preparation Course that helps new expectant and recently delivered moms to understand how to care for their newborn baby and what to expect so they can feel confident and empowered as new moms and ultimately enjoy their babies.

Whether you’re thinking about becoming a coach, hiring a coach, or both, this is for you. 

Show notes available at http://amywine.com/episode38

Resources Mentioned:

Take the Thrive Life Inventory: thrivelifeinventory.com

Visit Dr. Obidi’s Website: newbornprepacademy.com 

Follow @drobidi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drobidi/ 

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What do you think is the number one reason for conflict in a marriage with an entrepreneur? 

I’ll give you a hint: It’s not finances or communication. Those are some big ones too, but they aren’t the reason we are talking about today. 

You’ve probably noticed from listening to the podcast that there is a lot of crossover between marriage and business, and you’ll see that pattern emerge again in this episode. 

There are characteristics that entrepreneurs have that make them successful in business, but those same characteristics can also be the very thing that can bring down their marriages if they're not careful. 

If you want help managing conflict in your marriage with an entrepreneur, this episode is the one for you. 

Show notes available at http://amywine.com/episode37

Resources Mentioned:

Take the Thrive Life Inventory: https://thrivelifeinventory.com/

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“Vulnerability” is a buzzword that we hear fairly often these days, but why is it so important in building a business or nurturing a relationship? Vulnerability can add a level of depth and connection that would otherwise be difficult to reach.

In this episode of Couch Time with Amy Wine, I am chatting with my friend and business coach, Lianne Kim, about why vulnerability has been essential in her business. 

Lianne Kim is the Founder & CEO of Mamas & Co. which is an online community of moms who run their own businesses. In the community, moms connect, support and inspire one another through sharing their experiences and goals.

We get into why vulnerability is important for being a leader, reasons why people hold back from vulnerability, how to share from a place of service instead of oversharing, the disconnection that comes from avoiding vulnerability, and so much more.

I know that this discussion will show you that putting your authentic self out there can be a rewarding and enriching way to improve your connection with others, so tune in!

Show notes available at http://amywine.com/episode36

Resources Mentioned:

Take the Thrive Life Inventory: https://thrivelifeinventory.com/

Follow Lianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mamasandco/

Check out Lianne's Website: https://www.mamasandco.com/

The Business of Thinking Big Podcast: https://www.liannekim.com/blog

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