Love And Legacy

Love And Legacy

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  • 98 Start Cultivating a Calm and Stress-Free State of Mind with Maria Romano

    When the world around you goes crazy, will you stay sane and hold things together? Life throws chaos at us regularly, we keep on pushing through, surviving on adrenaline. Calmness is key in making progress at work or just solving the basic problems of life that you’re faced with. In this episode of the True Love Knots by Maria Romano, she shares all about how to remain calm under stress, duress or chaos. Don't miss out! 


    Standout Quotes:

    • “My passion and purpose have always been being able to lead and having people I work with that lead with love and kindness and make the right decisions.” 
    • “We all know that life is not stress-free. And every day, there are always challenges.” 
    • “If you want to start having more peace in your life and remaining calm, this is another daily habit you need to implement. And that's a habit of finding something that helps you remain peaceful and calm.”


      • Key Takeaways:

      • The body starts to tighten when stressed, and your oxygen level decreases because you take more breaths. You're breathing rapidly, and your blood pressure goes up.
      • You increase your chances of heart attack, stroke, or diabetes whenever you feel stressed. Your immuno-suppressed system is suppressed.
      • The long-term effect of stress is what you're doing is you're shortening your lifespan.
      • Develop and instill discipline in yourself every day and practice remaining calm and distressed, duress and chaos.
      • Identifying what these triggers are, makes a difference. Because once you remember what sets you off, at least you know when that occurs, you can minimize it, you can recognize it.
      • Taking care of yourself is so critical, so vital for you to be able to provide and to be able to give the best of yourself to everyone around you.
      • In order for you to get in alignment with who you are, you have to again, identify what triggers off your stress, what you can implement as a daily habit every day


        • Episode Timeline:

        [1:22] About Marina Romano

        [2:31] How To Remain Calm Under Stress, Duress or Chaos

        [4:24] What Stress can do to you?

        [7:45] Triggers of Stress

        [10:32] Practicing How to become distress

        [14:38] Self Care and Self Love

        [18:28] Summing Up


        Learn more about Maria Romano and the True Love Knots at:

        Website: https://trueloveknots.com/ 

        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariatrueloveknots 

        Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4XENvaw7hp-A3RRAvsUJiw 

        21 min
      • 97 How to write your wedding vows

        Marriage is something that everyone is looking forward to in a couple’s life. It is considered as a special day for the couple. One of the most awaited portions in a wedding ceremony is the couple’s vows to each other. In this episode of True Love Knots, Maria Romano shares some tips that you may use in writing your wedding vows. 

        Standout Quotes:

        • “There's nothing more special than something like your wedding day. If you can write your own vows or say something from the heart makes all the difference in the world.”
        • “When it comes from your heart, it makes all the difference in the world.”
        • “Marriage is a commitment. It is definitely telling each other that you want to be there for each other.”
        • “Your vows are something you can then pull out when you're going through some challenging times in your relationship. Pulling out the vows that you wrote can make all the difference in the world.”

          • Key Takeaways:

          • Marriage is a big decision for a couple. It’ll be when they will be together as one, whether in sickness or health.
          • It is better to write your own vows because you will have the chance to put your heart into it, making it genuine and sincere.
          • Marriage is one of the most important moments for a couple. It is the most awaited event in their lives. A vow will serve as the promise to each other that may possibly help you in your married life.

            • Episode Timeline:

            [01:19] Intro

            [02:18] How to write wedding vows

            [03:57] A story about a couple’s wedding and the husband’s vow

            [05:31] Framework that will help in writing vows

            [09:06] Importance of vows

            [10:13] Closing

            Learn more about Maria Romano

            Website: https://trueloveknots.com/

            11 min
          • 96 How to Find Real, Lasting Love and Start Manifesting for Great Relationships with Regi Rodgers

            In this episode, we have C. Regi Rodgers. He is a relationship coach that focuses on helping people be in healthy relationships and helping people manifest their greatest desires. Regi also aims to provide a male perspective to help women understand how men think. For today’s episode, Regi talks about relationships, dating, and manifestation.

            Standout Quotes:

            • “When it comes to relationships, they're not getting it from a conscious male's perspective. So now, I want to be the voice of men talking to women.” 
            • “They don't believe that there aren't any good men anymore. I think the older we become, the harder we think it is to find. But I think it's really all about repositioning and repositioning has a lot to do with your mind.”
            • “You have the power to manifest what it is that you desire because I believe that we all have the power to have what we desire and what we deserve.”
            • “Don't rush this because it may take a couple of meets and greets to determine if you even want to date that particular person.”
            • “If you keep saying there is no good man, that's all you see, that's what's going to expand. But if we're able to change that narrative, there are some good men that you start seeing and that's what expands.”
            • “You can't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone, you got to allow life to guide you along your journey.”

              • Key Takeaways:

              • Unlike women, men aren’t really expressive. Women have a lot of questions when it comes to men, and C. Regi Rodgers aims to provide a male perspective in order to understand them better.
              • One of the frustrations of women is how they can no longer find good men. However, you just simply need to change your mindset. Stop focusing on the negatives and start focusing on manifesting what you want.
              • You should always be yourself and take your time when you’re meeting someone. Get to know each other better before dating them
              • It’ll be hard to get what you really want if you don’t step out of your comfort zone. Let yourself flow in the journey of life.

                • Episode Timeline:

                [0:54] How Regi started out

                [5:33] Mixed messages

                [7:19] Biggest frustration with women

                [10:26] Life partner

                [12:13] Five Stages of Dating

                [15:47] Regi’s Three R’s

                [18:04] Regi’s plans or upcoming events

                [20:01] One Key Takeaway

                Learn more about C. Regi Rodgers

                Website: https://cregirodgers.com/

                Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CRegiRodgers/ 

                Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CRegiRodgers 

                Twitter: https://twitter.com/regirodgers

                LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cregirodgers/

                27 min
              • 95 Blow A Kiss

                One of the most important days in a couple’s life is the day they get married. It is something memorable, something they will never forget. It is essential to create a moment that will show your love for each other. In today’s episode, Maria Romano shares with us a technique a bride can use while walking down the aisle. 

                Standout Quotes:

                • “Take a moment, take your hand and blow a kiss. Blow a kiss to your partner that’s waiting for you.”
                • “If you’re getting married, and it’s just the two of you or very few people, and you’re walking down the aisle, take advantage of this. This is a great moment to remember.”
                • “There’s nothing better than love.”

                  • Key Takeaways:

                  • Maria suggested giving your partner a blown kiss while you were walking down the aisle.
                  • It would be best if you took advantage of your moment while walking down the aisle. Take your time and enjoy. This is your moment.
                  • Being in love is an incredible experience in its own right. It is powerful and a great thing to remember.

                    • Episode Timeline:

                    [00:16] Introduction

                    [01:33] Blow a Kiss

                    [02:07] Take Advantage of the Moment

                    [02:49] Closing

                    Learn more about Maria Romano

                    Website: https://trueloveknots.com/

                    4 min
                  • 94 Picking up the pieces

                    Maria Romano will go through a difficult yet significant topic in this episode of the True Love Knots. Maria will share her experiences ten years ago for those people who are divorced, a widow, or widowers that are getting back into the dating world but are not too sure if they've moved on.

                    Standout Quotes:

                    • “Whatever happens to you in your life happens to you for a reason.” [Maria]
                    •  “You just have to move forward and move through grief, not necessarily discarded.” [Maria]
                    • “There's a reason for this journey that you're on.” [Maria]
                    • “I was holding his hand and was so grateful that he gave me the best of him as I gave the best of myself. And he would have been there for me as I was for him.” [Maria]
                    • “Always remember that there's something that comes out of every relationship that helps you.”[Maria]
                    •  “You are worthy to finding love again.” [Maria]

                      • Key Takeaways:

                      • You can meet individuals who are divorced, widowed, or widowers. And they're still dealing with the residual effects of their heartbreak since that partner meant a lot to them.
                      • Sometimes you need to lean into grief, let that grief settle in your heart, and then move on.
                      • You must find somebody that can help you, especially if you've been through a divorce, are widowed or are a widower. Somebody that has eyes that can help you objectively, not subjectively.
                      • I can tell you it will get better. Your heart will heal, and you will not forget the memories you had, the good memories in your life.
                      • Be grateful for those people that were in your life because they've helped you become the person that you are.

                        • Episode Timeline:

                        [00:31] Maria’s Difficult Days

                        [2:07] TED talk by Nora McInerny

                        [3:56] 10 Years Ago

                        [5:01] The Reason For Sharing

                        [5:57] Memorialized


                        7 min
                      • 93 Love Yourself

                        Comparing yourself is like consuming a green gallon of toxic poison — it makes you feel useless, poisons your view of yourself, and kills your spirit. Start loving yourself and explore the world because there's somebody for you. Tune in to True Love Knots by Maria Romano as she shares how to prevent self-sabotage and comparison in dating. 

                        Standout Quotes:

                        • “Comparison is the thief of joy.”
                        • “You have so much to offer. You have the daily opportunity to redefine your age and have a gift because you're living and breathing.”
                        • “You have a gift right there, you are unique to yourself.”
                        • “You can either get to the core to who you are, or you can rot, you have a choice.”

                          • Key Takeaways:

                          • Stop comparing yourself to other people regardless of your age when it comes to dating.
                          • Don't take your life for granted because somebody everyday people are dying with their last breath that wishes they had the opportunity to live. 
                          • No matter what age you are, has so much beauty so much to offer.
                          • Don't compare yourself to anybody that's younger or thinner or you think wealthier because you are unique, you have been given the gift to redefine yourself, do you've lived up to a certain age and own it.
                          • It doesn't matter what age you are. There are 7 billion people on the planet. There's somebody for you.

                            • Episode Timeline:

                            [0:50] Self Confidence

                            [1:11] How Comparison is Rampant in Dating World

                            [2:00] Analogy in Life

                            [2:30] Stop Thinking Negative Thoughts

                            [3:00] Stop Self Sabotage

                            [3:40] Love Yourself


                            5 min
                          • 92 Become a Wedding PRO? Start Setting Your Wedding Business Today With Alan Berg

                            In this episode of the True love Knots, our guest is Alan Berg. For 11 years after leaving the knot, he became a certified speaking professional. He is a global speaking fellow,  with only 39 of them worldwide. He has written six books and can speak in 14 countries and three languages on business, weddings, and events. Today, Alan will be talking about weddings and the recent happenings in the industry over the past couple of years. 

                            Standout Quotes:

                            • “There are three possible results in inquiry: yes, no, nothing.” [Alan]
                            • “Listen to customers, find their desired results, present the options, and ask for a sale.”[Alan]
                            • “What you need to do is keep moving forward.” [Maria] 
                            • “We're not just looking for what they want. We're looking for why you're the best fit to give them the results that they want.[Alan]

                              • Key Takeaways:

                              • It’s about listening. You're not learning new things if you are not listening.
                              • Improve each of your skills on the four steps to more sales.
                              • Look forward when you’re busy because if you take your eyes off, tomorrow will be worse.
                              • Simplify things.
                              • Know your inventory. Maximize profitability when supply and demand are in your favor.

                                • Episode Timeline:

                                [00:02] Meet today’s guest “Alan Berg,” The Goat of the Wedding Industry

                                [3:24] What's happening as they're hiring you?

                                [6:11] What do you think is the biggest challenge an entrepreneur is facing?

                                [7:06] Three possible results when you get an inquiry. 

                                [12:11] Simplify

                                [15:56] Training staff

                                [19:18] What are your predictions for 2023 and 2024? 

                                [21:35] How did you meet your wife?

                                 

                                Learn more about Alan Berg:

                                Website: https://alanberg.com/

                                LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanberg 


                                25 min
                              • 91 Timing is Everything

                                Timing makes or breaks a relationship. Timing largely affects who we end up with. Although the timing is a paramount factor, it is not the only one necessary for a relationship to flourish. In this episode of True Love Knots by Maria Romano, she shares why timing in relationships is important. Stay tuned to learn more!

                                Standout Quotes:

                                • We all know that coming from a loving place is so important because when you come from bitterness. You come from frustration; you don't get anyplace, you don't get anywhere.
                                • When you have intimacy, don't spoil that moment. Enjoy that intimate moment. Relish that.
                                • We need to learn that the difference between an action and a reaction is hesitation.

                                  • Key Takeaways:

                                  • When you have a serious conversation with your partner, listening and understanding each other is important. 
                                  • Take a deep breath, count to 10 and try not to have a conversation with someone you don't feel like you need to be talking to right now.
                                  • Never try to have a serious conversation right after intimacy because it is a bad idea and puts somebody at a disadvantage.
                                  • Start to find that right organic moment where you can come from a loving place where you can share your feelings and not show bitterness.

                                    • Episode Timeline:

                                    [3:00] Open up with your partner

                                    [3:55] Tips to handle tough conversation

                                    [5:00] Right Timing

                                    [6:01] Organic Moment

                                    [6:26] Wrapping Up

                                    [7:14] Action Versus Reaction


                                    Learn more about Maria Romano

                                    Website: https://trueloveknots.com/ 

                                    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariatrueloveknots/ 

                                    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4XENvaw7hp-A3RRAvsUJiw

                                    7 min
                                  • 90 Tips For Pronouncing Couples Names

                                    As a wedding officiant, you probably meet couples all the time. And when you meet couples, you're meeting couples from all different cultures all over the world, and you might not be able to pronounce their name properly. That's important because somebody wants to have their name pronounced correctly. Our name means a lot, so it's important to learn how to pronounce names properly. In this episode of True Love Knots, Maria Romano will share tips for pronouncing a couple’s name. 

                                    Standout Quotes:

                                    • “When you meet the couple, ask them to pronounce their name and write it out phonetically.”
                                    • “I like to use a couple's names during the wedding ceremony. I don't use bride and groom. I don't use husband and wife. I like to use their names. That's who they are. That's they represent themselves. And I think that's very important to do.”
                                    • “It's important that you pronounce their first names properly. It is not always so important that you get their last name, but it's very important that you get their first name.” 

                                      • Key Takeaways:

                                      • Write it out phonetically and put it on a little post-it or in the palm of your hand so you can look down at it to ensure you're properly pronouncing their name.
                                      • Make the couple send you a voice memo and slowly pronounce their names. 
                                      • Practice makes perfect. That's what makes everything go smoothly. That's what brings customers back, which brings great customer reviews and sends you more business. 

                                        • Episode Timeline:

                                        [1:23] Write it out phonetically

                                        [2:58] Voice memo with the couple’s names

                                        [3:35] If you’re a DJ, you want to have their last names properly pronounced


                                        6 min
                                      • 89 Writing Wedding Vows

                                        In this episode of the True Love Knots Podcast, Maria Romano will discuss how to write your own wedding vows. 

                                        Standout Quotes:

                                        • "When a couple writes their vows, I think it's beautiful." [Maria]
                                        • "Make sure you're talking about how you love yourself and your partner as a couple." [Maria]
                                        • "Love needs to be felt as you're reading your vows." [Maria]
                                        • "The words from your wedding vows will be embedded in your partner's heart." [Maria]

                                          • Key Takeaways:

                                          • Writing vows takes much preparation.
                                          • A relationship is not about two distinct persons; it is about two people who love each other.
                                          • Keep your wedding vows short and sweet but mindful and clean. 
                                          • Practice your wedding vows ahead of time.

                                            • Episode Timeline:

                                            [01:16] How to prepare for wedding vows?

                                            [02:00] What to include in your wedding vows?

                                            [05:12] What to do as an officiant?


                                            Learn more about Maria Johnson and the Pikes Peak Pickleball Association at:

                                            Website: https://trueloveknots.com/ 


                                            7 min

                                          About Love And Legacy

                                          From the publisher's feed

                                          Join Maria Romano, the dynamic host of Love And Legacy (Formerly True Love Knots), as she guides you through the exhilarating journey of finding love again after 40. Whether you're a widow, widower, or divorced, this podcast is your compass in the world of dating and relationships. Maria, an ordained minister who has officiated over 4,000 marriages, shares her wisdom and expertise to help you navigate modern love.