Gravity Podcast

On this episode of Marriage Mondays, Chris and Jaimie kick around some ideas for a fresh start in 2022. We can start good routines any day, but January is a natural reset. We hope you enjoy! Please share your ideas for fresh starts at [email protected]

Getting married is easy. Staying married is really tough. In this new year, go and love well!

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This week I sit down with US Navy Veteran, ultra-marathon runner, husband, father, and all-around good man Chirs Norris. We talked about mindfulness, self-care, and family. Chris got into his story with alcohol dependency and how he stays grounded in this chaotic world. You are guaranteed to grab some wisdom from Chris' life experiences.

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BONUS EPISODE - Chris and Jaimie recently packed up the family and escaped to the most magical place on earth...Cannon Beach, Oregon. They have learned that having places in your home, restaurants in your town, destinations around the world, and capacity in your mind to escape is critical to marriage health. Take a listen and drop a comment or email us where and how you escape.

Thank you to the owner, manager, and A-MAZ-ING crew at the Cannon Beach Hardware Store & Public House for allowing us to record this episode on location. Thank you to all residents, business owners, and staff for your work in making Cannon Beach our escape away from home.  Thank you to the men and women of the Cannon Beach Police Department for keeping this remarkable community safe!

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This week in Marriage Mondays, Chris and Jaimie reflect on their Christmas experiences together. Over the past two decades, they have learned to Be Prepared, Keep it Simple, and Create Memorable Traditions. Getting married is easy, staying married is really tough! Go and love well!!

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This week we hear from Mary Mattox with Service Peace Warriors. Mary is a courageous survivor of complex PTSD and is on a mission to help veterans recover and live life. Mary and her son Chance started Service Peace Warriors, a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to training and placing as many service dogs as possible into the lives of veterans. The best part, veterans pay NOTHING!  Thanks to the staff at Service Peace Warriors and generous donors, the roughly $32,000 cost is 100% covered. 

Are you a veteran or first responder and want to learn how you can be part of Service Peace Warriors? Send them an email at [email protected] 

Check out Service Peace Warriors at https://servicepeacewarriors.org

Send an end of year, tax deductible donation by going to https://servicepeacewarriors.org/donate

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This week Chris and Jaimie tackle their differences in processing the world and making decisions. One of us leads with our heart. The other leads with our head. Which is right or wrong? Chris and Jaimie believe they are both right and compliment their marriage and parenting. Give it a listen and share your thoughts!

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Episode 8 - Scotty Smiley shares his story of hope, courage, and perseverance. In 2005, a suicide bomber shattered Scotty's world and took his eyesight. Scotty and his wife Tiffany made tough choices and worked together to overcome adversity.

Learn more about Scotty and Tiffany's story by going to their website:  https://hopeunseen.com/

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On this episode of Marriage Mondays, Chris and Jaimie tackle communication in marriage. They are not experts in the subject, but life long learners. Listen to their wins and failures. We hope you grab some takeaways that you can apply in your life.

Getting married is easy. Staying married is really tough. Go and love well!!

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The books that were suggested in this podcast:

We Need to Talk by Celeste Headlee. HarperCollins Publishers
Crucial Conversations by Patterson, Grenny, McMillian, & Switzler. The McGraw-Hills Companies.

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This week, we are joined by Jim Dudley. Jim is a 32-year veteran of the San Francisco Police Department where he retired as deputy chief of the Patrol Bureau. He has served as the DC of Special Operations and Liaison to the Department of Emergency Management where he served as Event and Incident Commander for a variety of incidents, operations and emergencies. He has a Master’s degree in Criminology and Social Ecology from the University of California at Irvine. He is currently a member of the Criminal Justice faculty at San Francisco State University, consults on organizational assessments for LE agencies and hosts the Policing Matters podcast for Police1.

Check out Jim's articles or podcast at https://www.police1.com/columnists/James-Dudley/

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It's November 11th, Veterans Day. Take a moment to reflect, express gratitude, and explain to our young people why they are not in school today. Thank you veterans for your sacrifice and service. We see you and we love you.

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