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In this heartfelt episode of Live Life Real, we explore how deeply appreciation can impact the strength and health of your relationship. It’s easy to get caught up in day-to-day routines and overlook the unique gifts our partners bring to the relationship — not just as a couple, but as individuals with dreams, talents, and personal growth journeys.

We dive into why appreciation matters, how to express it meaningfully, and practical tips to make it a daily habit. This episode is your reminder to slow down, see your partner clearly, and celebrate both who they are and what you’ve built together.

You’ll learn:
 ✅ Why individual appreciation strengthens the whole relationship
 ✅ The difference between gratitude and validation
 ✅ Creative ways to show love and recognition
 ✅ How to shift your mindset from taking for granted to intentional praise

Let’s nurture deeper love by seeing each other — fully.

Need a reminder of the steps that you can take for appreciating your partner every day? Click here to get a free downloadable graphic of the steps. You can also get the free daily appreciation checklist by clicking here to help you build a habit of appreciating your partner.

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Is your relationship stuck in autopilot? In this episode of Live Life Real, we dive into practical and playful ways couples can break free from routine and build a relationship that’s not just strong, but filled with joy and connection. From spontaneous date nights and shared hobbies to guided meditation and gratitude practices, we explore how small, intentional shifts can reignite the spark and deepen your bond. Whether you’re newly in love or years into marriage, this episode will inspire you to laugh more, love deeper, and live fully together.

We’ll cover:
 ✅ Why routines can quietly erode connection
 ✅ Easy ways to bring adventure into everyday life
 ✅ The power of learning and growing together
 ✅ How to balance fun with meaningful communication

Tune in and discover how to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary!

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In this powerful episode of Live Life Real, we dive deep into what the Bible truly says about a couple’s relationship — not just the pretty parts, but the real, raw, and redemptive truths. From the creation of man and woman in Genesis to the sacrificial love of Christ in Ephesians, we explore God's original design for intimacy, partnership, respect, and purpose within relationships.

We'll answer questions like:

• What does “submission” really mean in Ephesians 5?
• How can couples love like 1 Corinthians 13 in a world of constant distraction?
• How do forgiveness and grace build a resilient relationship?

Whether you're dating, engaged, married, or healing, this episode is about living out real love, God's way. Tune in and be encouraged, challenged, and equipped to build a relationship that glorifies God and thrives in truth.d

New episodes released bi-weekly on Sundays at 8:00 pm (EST) during the season. 

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This episode explains what COUPLE stands for:  Compromise, Open communication, Understanding, Protect, Love, and Exclusive. This formula along with being intentional about your relationship can move 

After listening, click on the "support the show" link to get the visual graphic for COUPLE. Print it out to remind yourself every day to intentional about your relationship.

New episodes released bi-weekly on Sundays at 8:00 pm (EST) during the season. 

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This short episode talks about a real conversation I had with a coworker. It troubled me to see the pain expressed just through the body language and tone. Sometimes people forget that conversations are a two-way street.

After listening, click on the "support the show" link to read the post "How to Show Conversation Engagement". These tips can help you make your partner feel heard and that you are engaged in the conversation.

New episodes released bi-weekly on Sundays at 8:00 pm (EST) during the season. 

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This episode is different from the previous episodes because it is the first guided meditation I've done on the podcast. There were a couple of stumbling spots, but I really enjoyed trying it out. This meditation is about strengthening your romantic relationship. 

After listening, click on the "support the show" button to read the post "Benefits of Guided Meditation for Couples". There are benefits to trying new things together and moving out of the comfort zone to grow your relationship. 

New episodes released bi-weekly on Sundays at 8:00 pm (EST) during the season. 

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This episode is a pre-Valentine's Day story about connecting with your partner in a fun way. Up against two other couples, I was kind-of worried that I wouldn't get any of the questions right. 

After listening, click on the "support the show" button to get the rest of the story and some fun questions to ask. Look for the latest post "Fun Questions for Couples". 

Happy Valentine's Day!

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This episode is about why we seek advice and where to get the best advice from. You have to know what the motivation is behind seeking advice. There is a huge difference between venting and seeking a real solution. 

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Happy 2025! This episode is about bringing in the new year with "couple goals". This includes personal, relationship, financial, health and adventure goals for the year that you can set with your partner. Aligning on goals can actually grow your relationship.

Click on "support the show" to vote in the latest relationship poll, read posts and get encouraging quotes about relationships. 

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Relationships can be tricky especially when it comes to gathering together in one place. Here are some tips for navigating through Thanksgiving while trying to bring out the real meaning of being thankful. 

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