On this episode Chris and Johnna interview Professional Organizer and Owner of Rethink Clutter, Ashley Stuart. The three discuss the emotional baggage that comes with our stuff; how large amounts of toys overwhelm our kids and what to do with the toys; how clutter affects our brains; and some amazing organization systems you can put into practice today. 

Find Ashley at rethinkclutter.com and on social @rethinkingclutter

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In this episode Chris and Johnna put their coaching hats on and take their real life experience of current bad days and the self assessment questions they ask themselves to turn them around.

Listen in as the couple share practical steps and advice to show up best for your spouse, yourself and your kids even on the worst of days.

Resources Mentioned:

Triggers

Authors: Amber Lia and Wendy Speake

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In this episode Chris and Johnna interview CEO Kimberly Holmes of the nationally recognized organization Marriage Helper.

Marriage helper has saved 77% of marriages hanging on by a thread through their courses and coaching programs.

In this episode Kimberly shares her amazing story, answers the tough questions about marriages hanging on by a thread, gives us valuable advice on push behaviors, a valuable 4 step framework for deeper love and connection, gives us starting point steps for the stale marriage and tells us the #1 reason marriages don't succeed.

If you want to learn more about marriage helpers and the resources they have click the link below. 

Resources Mentioned:

Marriage Helper Resources

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In this episode Chris & Johnna cover the 3 T's that they believe will create a courageous marriage.

Listen in as the two offer applicable ideas for Teamwork, Transparency and Trust to help position you for a courageous marriage too!

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In this episode Chris and Johnna interview Gentle Parenting Coach of Joyful Mud Puddles, Meaghan Jackson.

Show Notes:

0-10 minutes

• Intro to topic- Gentle Parenting
• Chris asks for a recent example of gentle parenting in Meaghan’s life as a mom.
• Chris & Johnna steal relevant & helpful gentle parenting coaching advice from Meaghan about getting kids to clean up their messes. 
• Meaghan helps us emotionally cope with the overwhelming moments that kids bring.

10-20  minutes

• Chris asks Meaghan about growing yourselves to grow your parenting. (hook 12-13min)
• Johnna asks Meaghan to expand on the concept of re-parenting
• Meaghan gives us a great exercise to crush our limiting beliefs as parents
• Johnna asks Meaghan to speak to us about our ego as parents
• Meaghan share the difference between obedience and forced compliance
• Meaghan shares the difference between gentle parenting and traditional “quick fix” parenting

20-30 minutes

• Chris & Johnna talked about the intentional time they have been carving out with their kids.
• Filling up our kids cup
• Chris & Johnna ask for some gentle parenting advice with food.

30-40 minutes 

• Johnna asks Meaghan how we can reclaim joy in our parenting
• Chris asks Meaghan what she does to get herself into a joyful state in the morning
• Johnna asks Meaghan to clearly define what gentle parenting is and isn’t.

40- 50 minutes

• Johnna & Chris disagree on spanking.
• Chris asks Meaghan her thoughts on handling harsh offenses.
• Chris asks the difference between gentle parenting and being pushovers.
• Meaghan dives into the first thing she takes clients through in her group coaching.
• Johnna shares with Meaghan the limiting belief that this episode broke for her.
• Meaghan's parting words of advice

Resources Mentioned:

http://joyfulmudpuddles.com/the-best-of-me/?fbclid=IwAR2l2Da6EYf1_l4EVAYHiweYDMxvbfXc0emTYJ3N5M0G8cgzHpbQSccerh8

Meaghan's Facebook

Meaghan's Instagram

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In this episode Johnna once again bombards Chris with an article she found online that discusses ways (primarily wives) we may be unintentionally breaking our spouses down and destroying our relationships. 

Listen in as the two cover topics like appreciation in marriage, nagging, conditioning from parents, criticism, support, and how our words matter. 

Resources Mentioned:

The article that inspired this episode - https://wordfromthebird.blog/the-blog/words-that-hurt-your-man/

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In this episode Johnna bombards Chris with a surprise interview on 17 tips for a happy marriage. One of their lighter episodes, the couple still offers perspective and feedback on each of the original author's tips as Johnna questions Chris on his opinion on each, and if he is living up to the happy marriage standards. 

Topics Covered:

• making time for each other
• screens
• uncomfortable conversations
• setting the tone
• is Chris fun?
• showing affection - who needs it more and who is better at showing it?
• advice for our pre-kid folk
• keeping score in marriage
• appreciating your spouse
• to keep things private, or not?

Resources Mentioned:

https://bestselfmama.com/how-to-have-a-happy-marriage/

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In this episode Chris and Johnna interview Aaron and Joy Swensen, Pastor of SonRise Church and his wife, on the topic of submission in marriage, and how they have changed it to co-submission. 

We dive deep into things like humility, narcissism, changing your spouse, transforming your mind, making decisions together, the dark side of submission and more. You don't want to miss this (as Chris called it) platinum-packed episode that if applied, will undoubtedly grow your marriage. 

Resources Mentioned:

SonRise Church

Aaron Swensen's Facebook

Joy Swensen's Facebook

SonRise Instagram

Dr. Caroline Leaf 

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In a follow-up episode to 065 Why Your Spouse Should Come Before Your Kids, Chris and Johnna cover the possible long-term repercussions putting kids first can have on your marriage. 

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In this episode Chris and Johnna discuss one of the main pillars of the show, and that is - why your spouse should come before your kids, or spouse over kids. 

Don't turn it off just yet if that sounds crazy to you, we promise we haven't always been here and we have three undeniable reasons why this is important. 

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