October is Domestic Violence Month and our goal here at The Couples Expert is to bring awareness to the challenges and issues that couples face. No one likes to talk about Domestic Violence, not even Stuart, but this is a very real problem that occurs in the shadows of not only the poor urban and economically depressed areas of our country, but the wealthy and affluent homes as well. Listen in as Stuart shines a light on this dark issue.  What you’ll learn in today’s podcast:  Sobering statistics about domestic violence 7:35 How love turns to violence 8:15 We are responsible for how we treat our partners 10:39 The cycle/pattern of violence has three phases 12:00 One example of how things go wrong (the story of Ross and Beth)  17:27 Why it’s different for the wealthy 24:25 When the man is the victim 26:17  Read the complete show notes here

Domestic Abuse Behind the Walls of Affluence

Stuart Fensterheim LCSW, The Couples Expert, each week  interviews guests  on his podcast offerring couples real down to earth advice on having  loving and enriching relationship.  By following the tips of these experts you will have a clear plan on how to develop a partnership where you know that you and your partner  each have each others back.  Stop infidelity, unhealthy conflicts,   feeling alone,  traumas,  parenting conflicts  from being part of your relationship.  Learn specific skills that you can apply to your relationships today!  Establish an authentic vulnerable relationship today by joining Stuart every Thursday. Each week The Couples expert , ,marriage counslor, shares his approach to helping couples and aid us in this journey of Love.

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Welcome to The Couples Expert Podcast. In today's show Stuart is going to talk about a subject that most of you will be familiar with, and some of you may struggle with: That of the impact of Social Media on your life and relationships.

Is Social Media Destroying my Marriage? (Encore)

Welcome to The Couples Expert Podcast with your host Stuart Fensterheim. This week Stuart is lightening things up with a podcast on how humor and positivity can create an attitude and purpose in your relationship that will transform your lives. Gratitude and appreciation are key ingredients in a loving relationship. Ways of showing love are showing appreciation, sharing your feelings, making your partner feel special and making them feel important. Small changes in behavior such as showing affection, a simple hug and kiss makes a huge difference. You can’t compel someone to do this; it has to come from the heart. We can ask for what we need and when our partner gives it to us, we need to recognize that as a huge step forward from what your relationship dynamic might have been in the past. What you’ll learn from today’s podcast:  Ways to show gratitude to your partner  [7:09] Courting behavior and what it does for you as a couple [19:05] Learning the love language in multi-media [20:10] Sharing your passions and hobbies [24:30] Humor and keeping life fun [30:55]  Couples Weekend: The Two Days and 7 Conversations Weekend sponsors The Couples Experts Podcast. This couple’s weekend is not a retreat but a learning experience for you and your partner to connect and communicate in a deeper and more authentic way. Sign up now for our December weekend! Go to the link for the weekend on the website: https://www.thecouplesexpertscottsdale.com/hold-me-tight/ Subscribe: You can subscribe to The Couples Expert Podcast on iTunes. Stuart would love it if you’d write a review or suggest a future topic. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-couples-expert/id951362894?mt=2 The Couples Expert Wants To Hear From You! Email: You can email Stuart at podcast@thecouplesexperts.com and tell him about your relationship, ask questions or suggest a guest or future topic for the show. Stuart reads and responds to each and every email. Thank you so much for spending part of your day with Stuart Fensterheim, The Couples Expert. We hope today’s show has been helpful and meaningful to you. Until next time, stay positive, and stay connected.

198 - Laugh Before You Cry: Divorce Proof Your Marriage - Encore

This encore episode of The Couples Expert Podcast is all about appreciating all the special women in our lives, but particularly our mothers and the mothers of our children. Listen as Stuart recounts his growing up in a blended family and the lessons he learned about the importance of his Mother and her role in the family. He also had a Stepmother whom he loved and was very influential in his life. He talks about ways to honor the important women in your life this Motherâ•˙s Day, (Sunday, May 12th).   What you'll learn from today's podcast: Moms deserve your encouragement every day at 3:00 It helps when you're struggling to see your partner through fresh eyes at 4:17 Dad's responsibility on Mother's Day at 5:49 Some suggestions for making Mom's day special at 7:45 Recognize your partner for all they do and show appreciation at 10:49 Suggestions for a romantic Mother's Day treat for her at 12:05 If you listen you will learn what she wants at 15:19 Honor Mom and Grandmother on Mother's Day 17:44 Stepmoms are Moms too at 18:21 View the complete show notes here

How to Appreciate the Women in Your Life on Mother's Day - Encore

In this encore episode of The Couples Expert podcast, Stuart speaks of remarriage & the "Doubt Factor" with special guest Brian Mayer.

196 - When you Remarry Where do you Unpack the Baggage? With Guest Brian Mayer.

Hello and welcome to The Couples Expert Podcast with your host Stuart Fensterheim. This week on the show, Stuart is going to discuss the pain and consequences of financial infidelity. This kind of relationship injury has an incredible impact on a couple.

Domestic Abuse Behind the Walls of Affluence

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