In today’s RECAP edition episode, Kim and I share our key takeaways from our interview with Jenny and Chris Swisher. We’ll break down concepts, relationship qualities and key pillar points that they’ve used to build their rock solid relationship that will stand the test of time.

Jenny and Chris Swisher started out as High School sweethearts. Now they’re happily married with two beautiful girls. But early on their love was put to the test during a period in which Jenny suffered debilitating migraine headaches for over a year. Chris supported her every step of the way.

After years of working to overcome her physical challenges, Jenny is a Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist. She and Chris are the dynamic duo behind Jenny’s personal brand, Jenny Swisher, LLC. co-creating her line of digital products, courses and podcast,  teaching women how to manage their hormones and maximize their energy so they can be their best for themselves and the ones they love. 

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Jenny and Chris Swisher started out as High School sweethearts. Now they’re happily married with two beautiful girls. But early on their love was put to the test during a period in which Jenny suffered debilitating migraine headaches for over a year. Chris supported her every step of the way.

After years of working to overcome her physical challenges, Jenny is a Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist. She and Chris are the dynamic duo behind Jenny’s personal brand, Jenny Swisher, LLC. co-creating her line of digital products, courses and podcast  teaching women how to manage their hormones and maximize their energy so they can be their best for themselves and the ones they love. 

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Sam and José met as professional colleagues and quickly became friends. After dating for several years they married and are now newlyweds.They have become masters at communication and connection. It is their selflessness and willingness to accept influence from one another and confront conflict head on that is the secret sauce for their relationship success.

#newlyweds #happilymarriedandgay #gaymen #welcometosamjose #samuelcloward #josecabranes #jcabranesphotography #relationships #relationshipgoals #relationshiptips #kickasscouplesnation #kickasshusband #marriage #marriagetips #marriagegoals #wedding #happilymarriedcouple #centralfloridatraveltips #centralfloridathemeparks  #DisneyWorld #EpcotCenter #UniversalStudios

 Quotes:

6:38 - 6:48 - “It was Sam who said, “If something’s important to him, then it’s my dream too. I’ve got to help him achieve what he wants to achieve, because it wins for both of us.” 

7:41 - 7:52 - Life is crazy and it can throw curve balls at us and things we’re not prepared for and they are willing to adjust to those things, recognize them and then adjust to them.” 

9:43 - 9:48 “One of the reasons why they have such a strong relationship is because they worked really hard to build a friendship system.”  

12:11 - 12:19 - “When was the last time you asked your partner of spouse, “How well am I doing at prioritizing you and your needs?”

14:07 “If you have a strong commitment in the relationship, the fear can be taken away. 

17:04 - 17:09 “Jose said “Not a day goes by without expressing love and appreciation for each other.” 

What you’ll learn from this episode: 

• Discover a 3 step communication strategy to minimize conflict
• The importance of forgiveness and the willingness to let go
• How to use fun and playfulness to lighten up difficult conversations
• How daily expression of love and appreciation bonds you to your partner

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Welcome back to the Kickass Couples Podcast. Today we’re excited to bring you an amazing couple, Sam Cloward and José Cabranes. 

Sam and José are a happily married couple and devoted dog dads living in Central Florida. They are co-owners of their own business; J. Cabranes Photography. This fun-loving couple loves to travel and explore. 

Both Sam and José were inspired by their teachers to be living examples of love, kindness and compassion. Together they show the world what a happily-married gay couple can look like. Catch their adventures through their vlog, ‘Welcome to Sam José’ and on their Instagram and YouTube channels. 

Tune in as we  discover why these best friends and newlyweds are passionate about bringing sunshine into others lives. Join us as we explore what inspires them to empower their community of fans by showcasing their love in an ever-changing and dynamic world. 

#newlyweds #happilymarriedandgay #gaymen #welcometosamjose #samuelcloward #josecabranes #jcabranesphotography #relationships #relationshipgoals #relationshiptips #kickasscouplesnation #kickasshusband #marriage #marriagetips #marriagegoals #wedding #happilymarriedcouple #centralfloridatraveltips #centralfloridathemeparks  #DisneyWorld #EpcotCenter #UniversalStudios

What you’ll learn from this episode: 

• To prevent arguments from overheating, take a pause and give each other some time to cool off.

• Talk to your partner to find out what goals are important to them and find out how you can support their dreams. 

• If your partner is sensitive and has suffered trauma in relationships, respect their need to go at their own pace. You can earn their trust by being kind and compassionate 

Quotes:

“The world can be a crazy place. And you need somebody to be able to turn to to say, “Hey, you know everything is spinning around us right now. Let’s just stop it for a moment and hold one another.” 8:24 - 8:37

“I don’t like when something doesn’t feel right between us. I’m like, “What’s going on?” “Let’s just talk.” - 10:30 -10:33

“It is that support saying, “This is where your goals were. Is that still where you are headed because I want to make sure that I’m doing my part to make sure you can achieve those goals and vice versa.

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Welcome back to Kickass Couple’s Podcast. Today we have a real treat for you. Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin and his wife, Rivka really walk  their talk. 

Twenty years ago they saved their marriage by going to Imago/couples therapy. That experience transformed their relationship and led them to a higher calling. Today they lead thousands of couples through their No Blame, No Shame Marriage Restoration Project weekend retreats helping partners reignite their passion and commitment for one another. 

In today’s RECAP edition episode, Kim and I will share our key takeaways from our interview with this dynamic couple. We’ll break down concepts, relationship qualities and key pillar points that they’ve used to build their rock solid relationship that will stand the test of time.

#divorce #adultchildrenofdivorce #reactiveparenting #abusivefamily  #TheMarriageRestorationProject marriagerestorationproject #marriedlifeproblems #marriedlifeadventures #marriedlifegoals #marriedlife❤ #marriedlifeisthebestlife #marriedliferocks #husbandandwifeteam #husbandandwifeforlife #marriageiswork #dateyourspouse #loveyourspouse #healthymarriage #marriagetips #imagotherapysavedtheirrelationship

What You’ll Learn by Watching This Podcast:

Sometimes marriage therapy is needed

One of the tennants in Imago Therapy is the conflict is an opportunity to grow
Being willing to accept your partner’s influence can create connection

Commitment can be very freeing

Quotes:

“A lot of baggage for sure, she said. And we all bring different things to the relationship and it’s really important to unpack that before as early as possible, ideally before you’re married.” 5:43- 5:55

“She felt like the reason their commitment was so strong is because he was that calm, consistent influence always being there and present, always giving her what she needed in the moment.”   7:13 - 7:22

“If you take care of it, and nurture it and have those discussions, you can have a relationship where you are right now that is meaningful and rewarding.” 8:26 - 8:34

“Shlomo said, that he actually quoted is that Conflict is the vehicle in which can create healing and growth in a relationship.” 12:34 - 12:42

“The world would be a better place if we all had more of a sense of wonder.” 21

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We live in a crock pot world but we all want microwave results. Everyone is looking for that silver bullet. That single pill that when taken will quickly resolve our issues and put us in that place where we'd ideally like to be. If only it was that easy to create something wonderful that not only takes time, but consistent, dedicated and sustained effort to key behaviors, tactics and activities. Once the goal is achieved and the summit reached, we cannot afford to rest and stop. But instead, recognize and celebrate our progress look ahead to the next summit we need to overcome and start the journey once again. To achieve relationship Nirvana, we can learn to create the system, the habitual habits and actions that will help us repeatedly achieve those desired results. As we continue to hone and apply our key relationship skills let's take a look at our 14 pillars of successful relationships and use them as a lens to look through as we explore creating the system that will help us ultimately achieve our own relationship nirvana. We are so excited to be here today for a special edition on the kick ass couples podcast. Today's episode is entitled Relationship Nirvana. And we are excited to welcome our wonderful panel of licensed marriage therapists. We have on the line today, more than 75 years of experience of working with couples and helping people develop stronger, more successful relationships and marriages. 

#marriagecounseling #activelistening #genogram #abusivefamily #lifetransformationcounseling #NatalieWestSouthward #LTCounseling #JeffJennings #JessicaJennings #marriage #greatestmarriageever #ChrisCambas #CertifiedGottmanTherapist #nationalmarriageseminars #commitment #marriedlifeproblems #clinicalpsychologist #licensedprofessionalcouselor #marriedlifeadventures #marriedlifegoals #marriedlife❤ #marriedlifeisthebestlife #marriedliferocks #husbandandwifeteam #husbandandwifeforlife #marriageiswork #dateyourspouse #loveyourspouse #healthymarriage #marriagetips #relationshipnirvana4tipstogettingtheloveyouwant

What You’ll Learn by Watching This Podcast:

Your relationship is a journey. Focus on the process and improving communication
Understand each other’s family histories and be compassionate with one another
The little things really count towards building trust. Ie. Respond when your partner calls, reaches out or texts you.

Everyone is entitled to feel however they feel. If you don’t agree with your partner, ask them to help you understand why they feel the way they do.
Duri

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We live in a crock pot world but we all want microwave results. Everyone is looking for that silver bullet. That single pill that when taken will quickly resolve our issues and put us in that place where we'd ideally like to be. If only it was that easy to create something wonderful not only takes time, but consistent, dedicated and sustained effort to key behaviors, tactics and activities. Once the goal is achieved and the summit reached, we cannot afford to rest and stop. But instead, recognize and celebrate our progress look ahead to the next summit we need to overcome and start the journey once again. To achieve relationship Nirvana, we can learn to create the system, the habitual habits and actions that will help us repeatedly achieve those desired results. As we continue to hone and apply our key relationship skills. Let's take a look at our 14 pillars of successful relationships and use them as a lens to look through as we explore creating the system that will help us ultimately achieve our own relationship nirvana. We are so excited to be here today for a special edition on the kick ass couples podcast. Today's episode is entitled Relationship Nirvana. And we are excited to welcome our wonderful panel of licensed marriage therapists. We have on the line today, more than 75 years of experience of working with couples and helping people develop stronger, more successful relationships and marriages. 

#marriagecounseling#activelistening #genogram #abusivefamily  #commitment #marriedlifeproblems #marriedlifeadventures #marriedlifegoals #marriedlife❤ #marriedlifeisthebestlife #marriedliferocks #husbandandwifeteam

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Welcome back to Kickass Couple’s Podcast. Today we have a real treat for you. We are being joined by Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin and his wife, Rivka- and they really walk their talk. 

Twenty years ago they saved their marriage by going to Imago/couples therapy.
That experience transformed their relationship and led them to a higher calling. Today they lead thousands of couples through their No Blame, No Shame Marriage Restoration Project weekend retreats helping partners reignite their passion and commitment for one another. 

Join us as we look through our lens of ‘prioritization’ and hear how Rabbi Shlomo and Rivka found their way back to each other through Imago couples therapy. And discover how they were able to recognize their personality differences as proof of being each other’s perfect soulmates.

#divorce #adultchildrenofdivorce #reactiveparenting #abusivefamily  #TheMarriageRestorationProject marriagerestorationproject #marriedlifeproblems #marriedlifeadventures #marriedlifegoals #marriedlife❤ #marriedlifeisthebestlife #marriedliferocks #husbandandwifeteam #husbandandwifeforlife #marriageiswork #dateyourspouse #loveyourspouse

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This week Matthew and Kim take a deep dive into the fifth pillar of successful relationships, Patience. Patience with your partner is learning how to give them the right amount of time they need to process and address all of the various issues that arise in relationships. It takes practice  and learning the art of timing to build and grow a beautiful, harmonious relationship together. That means patiently giving each other the time you need to achieve understanding of your differences. By taking the path of patiently waiting and not trying to force a solution, it creates feelings of safety, security and respect in your relationship. Tune in to learn how having more ‘pitiful patience’ with each other on a daily basis can make you a kickass couple.

#patience #pillarofpatience #calm #whypatienceisessentialtoromanticrelationships #tolerance

What You’ll Learn by Watching This Podcast:

• Why it’s important to be patient when resolving conflict with your partner
• Slow down to give each other time to think, feel, understand and accept new ideas
• In times of conflict, ask yourself, “Am I demonstrating and being patient in my communication with my partner’s fears, their anxiety, their concerns, with their hardships and troubles?”
• Pause, Breathe, Respond

Quotes:

“Am I demonstrating and being patient in my communication with my partner’s fears, their anxiety, their concerns, with their hardships and troubles?” 11:59 - 12:09

“Everyone is entitled to feel the way they feel. But you’re trying to understand why they feel that way. ” 12:42 - 12:50

“If there are some things that might gently need to be brought up,  some things that are coming between the two of you, then I think you need to find a very calm way to address those things.”  13:20 -13:35

“You have to learn how to adjust and you have to learn how to compromise in your relationship. You really have to talk it out and figure out what a good solution might be for the both of you.” 14:39- 14:52

“If you’re expressing gratitude toward them because of who they are and what t

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Express Emotions to Heal Your Relationship

When Elyse Archer and Jason Robustelli both got together, Elyse was still hurting from a painful marriage break up and had already lived through the trauma of being a child of divorce. Seeing so much devastation in relationships soured Elise on the idea of finding her happily ever after. 

Then Jason came along. His inspiration in going all in and committing himself to Elyse was seeing his parents happily married for decades. Tune in to discover how Jason and Elyse used clear communication and commitment to rebuild their rocky marriage.

#divorce #familiesofdivorce #secondmarriages #expressemotionstohealyourrelationship

What You’ll Learn by Watching This Podcast:

Why you must take advantage of opportunities to connect with your partner every day

How to use humor and fun to break the tension 
How to be more expressive when talking about how you feel

Why you have to set aside time to date your partner
Accepting your partner’s influence is the measure of your relationship’s health

Quotes:

“Problem-solving is a really big component to a successful relationship.” 4:08 - 04;13

“Even though he was loved growing up, I think emotions and discussing how you feel was not something he was familiar with or comfortable with.” 07:21 - 7:32

“Sometimes we come to a relationship where we have seen love and we have felt loved, but we don’t know necessarily how to express love, emotion or conversation..”  07:37 - 07:48

“He was being vulnerable saying he was wrong on something and he was working to make a change.And she supported him in that.” 17:02 - 17:10

He had to learn how to communicate he was feeling” 18:06 - 18:10

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