Tess sits down with her husband Shaun for a candid, unfiltered couples Q&A, with questions submitted by you, the listeners - covering everything from communication and conflict, to finances, parenting and the conversations most couples avoid.

They also open up about one of the most misunderstood topics in modern relationships — prenups (or financial agreements), and why they believe it’s less about distrust yet more about clarity, protection and having the hard conversations early.

From balancing a young family with ambitious careers, to managing money as a couple, this episode offers a grounded, real look into what it actually takes to build a strong, lasting partnership.

In the episode:

• How to maintain and “optimise” a long-term relationship
• The role of communication, transparency and shared values
• What actually makes relationships last (and what breaks them)
• Navigating conflict and handling things that annoy you
• Growing together in business, life and personal development
• The truth about prenups — and why they’re so misunderstood
• How to manage finances as a couple
• Balancing a young family with career and ambition
• Why routines, roles and support matter more than you think
• The importance of appreciating the “season” you’re in

This episode is sponsored by Chief, clean, high-protein snacks made with real, grass-fed ingredients and no fillers. 

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