In this episode of Love Isn’t Enough with Joree Rose and Dr. John Schinnerer, we are joined by therapist, relationship expert, and author Elizabeth Earnshaw to discuss how stress impacts couples and what we can do about it. Elizabeth’s new book, Till Stress Do Us Part, explores how daily pressures—whether from work, parenting, finances, or other challenges—can erode connection and create conflict in relationships.

We dive into:    

• The most common ways stress affects couples and why many don’t recognize it.

• How unspoken stress leads to resentment, miscommunication, and emotional distance.

• Practical tools for managing stress individually and as a couple.

• How to foster emotional safety and connection, even in challenging times.

• Key insights from Till Stress Do Us Part that can help transform your relationship.

If you’ve ever felt like stress is pulling you and your partner apart, this conversation is for you. Tune in for valuable strategies to navigate life’s pressures while maintaining a strong, healthy relationship.

Elizabeth Earnshaw is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified Gottman Therapist, Clinical Fellow of the AAMFT, and the author of I Want This To Work: An Inclusive Guide to Navigating the Most Difficult Relationship Issues We Face in The Modern Age" and Til Stress Do Us Part, How to Healh The #1 Issue in Our Relationships. Elizabeth founded the therapy practice A Better Life Therapy, LLC and shares relationship health content on Instagram as @lizlistens. 

Connect with Joree & John:

• Website: www.loveisntenough.net

• Instagram: @loveisntenough33

• Subscribe to their podcast: Love Isn’t Enough

• Join our relationship Master Class series: https://loveisntenough.net/masterclass/

Connect with Joree Rose:

• Website: www.joreerose.com

• Instagram: @joreerose

• Subscribe to her podcast: Journey Forward with Joree Rose

• Join the Podcast Membership: https://joreerose.com/journeyforwardpodcast/

Connect with Dr. John Schinnerer:

• Website: www.guidetoself.com

• Instagram: @theevolvedcaveman

• Subscribe to his podcast: The Evolved Caveman

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Sex is one of the most important aspects of a relationship—and yet, for so many couples, it’s one of the hardest topics to talk about. In this episode of Love Isn’t Enough, Dr. John Schinnerer and Joree Rose dive deep into the reasons why couples struggle to communicate about sex, the unspoken beliefs and fears that keep them silent, and how they can start having more open, honest, and fulfilling conversations about intimacy.

We explore:

• The common reasons couples avoid talking about sex (and how this creates distance).

• How cultural conditioning, shame, and past experiences shape our ability to communicate about intimacy.

• The difference between desire, arousal, and connection—and why understanding this matters.

• Practical ways to bring up sex in a way that feels safe, nonjudgmental, and productive.

• Tools to deepen emotional and physical intimacy through open, honest dialogue.

If you and your partner struggle to talk about sex—or if you want to improve the way you communicate about your needs and desires—this episode is for you!

Connect with Joree & John:

• Website: www.loveisntenough.net

• Instagram: @loveisntenough33

• Subscribe to their podcast: Love Isn’t Enough

• Join our relationship Master Class series: https://loveisntenough.net/masterclass/

Connect with Joree Rose:

• Website: www.joreerose.com

• Instagram: @joreerose

• Subscribe to her podcast: Journey Forward with Joree Rose

• Join the Podcast Membership: https://joreerose.com/journeyforwardpodcast/

Connect with Dr. John Schinnerer:

• Website: www.guidetoself.com

• Instagram: @theevolvedcaveman

• Subscribe to his podcast: The Evolved Caveman

In this episode John and Joree interview Shana James, a relationship coach with 20 years of experience who specializes in helping men with their love and sex lives. Shana discusses her work, including insights from her podcast, 'Man Alive,' and her book, 'Honest Sex.' Topics covered include the importance of vulnerability, relational healing, honest communication, and overcoming attachment wounds. The conversation also dives into how to build intimacy, the impact of social conditioning, the challenges of modern relationships, and practical tips for improving connection and trust within partnerships.

Link for quiz: https://shanajamescoaching.com/quiz

More about Shana: She has a Master’s in psychology, as well as DISC and Positive Intelligence certifications. As a relationship coach for 20 years, she humbly discovered the cause of disconnection and distrust in relationships, as well as how to build trust and keep passion alive. Shana has facilitated decades of Authentic Relating workshops based on her training in communication, mindfulness, psychology and sensuality, and specializes in helping clients date and create healthy relationships after divorce. Shana is the creator and host of the Man Alive podcast and has a TEDx Talk, 'What 1000 Men's Tears Reveal About the Crisis Between Men and Women.' Her first book is Power and Pleasure: A Man's Guide to Becoming a Confident and Satisfied Lover and Leader.

Connect with Joree & John:

• Website: www.loveisntenough.net

• Instagram: @loveisntenough33

• Subscribe to their podcast: Love Isn’t Enough

• Join our relationship Master Class series: https://loveisntenough.net/masterclass/

Connect with Dr. John Schinnerer:

• Website: www.guidetoself.com

• Instagram: @theevolvedcaveman

• Subscribe to his podcast: The Evolved Caveman

Connect with Joree Rose:

• Website: www.joreerose.com

• Instagram: @joreerose

• Subscribe to her podcast: Journey Forward with Joree Rose

• Join the Podcast Membership: https://joreerose.com/journeyforwardpodcast/

If you and your partner struggle to talk about sex—or if you want to improve the way you communicate about your needs and desires—this episode is for you!

In this powerful episode of Love Isn’t Enough, Dr. John Schinnerer and Joree Rose unpack the timely and troubling themes presented in Netflix’s Adolescence, a docuseries that explores the hidden struggles of modern teenage boys. From bullying and isolation to the rise of poisonous online influences like the manosphere, incel culture, and the pressure of the “man box,” this conversation sheds light on the emotional and psychological impact of male socialization.

Joree and John explore why so many young boys are falling through the cracks—and what we can do to support them in developing emotional intelligence, empathy, and healthy masculinity. Whether you're a parent, educator, therapist, or simply someone who cares about the next generation, this episode offers crucial insights into a crisis that’s too often ignored.

Handout on what we can do to support young men: https://loveisntenough.net/manboxculture/ 

Handout on what depression looks like in men and women: https://loveisntenough.net/depressionexpression/ 

Image of emojis to describe teen slang: https://loveisntenough.net/sinisteremojis/ 

Connect with Joree & John:

• Website: www.loveisntenough.net

• Instagram: @loveisntenough33

• Subscribe to their podcast: Love Isn’t Enough

• Join our relationship Master Class series: https://loveisntenough.net/masterclass/

Connect with Dr. John Schinnerer:

• Website: www.guidetoself.com

• Instagram: @theevolvedcaveman

• Subscribe to his podcast: The Evolved Caveman

Connect with Joree Rose:

• Website: www.joreerose.com

• Instagram: @joreerose

• Subscribe to her podcast: Journey Forward with Joree Rose

• Join the Podcast Membership: https://joreerose.com/journeyforwardpodcast/

Joree & John share the story of how John lost his vision in his left eye while in Portugal, why they were the cause of an emergency airplane  landing, and how these tribulations actually brought them closer together. So often when the sh*t hits the fan, it can feel easy to want to give up or resign to the situation, but what happens when they pile on top of one another and you barely have a chance to breathe? Good thing for Joree and John, they’ve both practiced tools for years that help them to be more resilient, increase presence and compassion, as well as how to accept what is arising in the moment. In this episode, you’ll have the front row seat to why their podcast hiatus took much longer than anticipated, and more importantly, what you can do when life throws you curveballs. 

If you’d like to check out our master class, here is our free intro, in which we cover the 3 most common areas that cause disconnection in couples: https://loveisntenough.net/freeintro/

Connect with Joree & John:

• Website: www.loveisntenough.net

• Instagram: @loveisntenough33

• Subscribe to their podcast: Love Isn’t Enough

• Join our relationship Master Class series: https://loveisntenough.net/masterclass/

Connect with Dr. John Schinnerer:

• Website: www.guidetoself.com

• Instagram: @theevolvedcaveman

• Subscribe to his podcast: The Evolved Caveman

Connect with Joree Rose:

• Website: www.joreerose.com

• Instagram: @joreerose

• Subscribe to her podcast: Journey Forward with Joree Rose

• Join the Podcast Membership: https://joreerose.com/journeyforwardpodcast/

Inevitably, the holidays are a stressful time of year, and this can easily turn into unintended arguments with your partner. In this episode of Love Isn’t Enough, Joree and John talk through common challenges couples face and give helpful tools on how to navigate stress with greater awareness, compassion and better communication. They even role play conversations we often hear our clients describing, then demonstrate what it would sound like to respond differently, allowing both partners to feel heard and validated. As an example, telling your partner to just “calm down” won’t cut it. If you’re someone who gets caught in the holiday frenzy and want to stay connected to your partner in the midst of it, then this episode is for you. 

In this episode of 'Love Isn't Enough,' Dr. John Schinnerer and Joree Rose, LMFT, discuss the importance of appreciation and gratitude for loving, thriving relationships. They explore how many couples tend to neglect these practices, despite their effectiveness in fostering positive emotions and connection. The hosts discuss key concepts such as the negativity bias, the importance of a positive to negative interaction ratio, and ways to build a culture of gratitude, especially when it may feel hard to access or receive. They also offer practical advice on expressing appreciation, even during conflicts, and the significance of role modeling gratitude for children. The episode concludes with them sharing various gratitude exercises, including the after-dark gratitude massage. If you’re interested in working with John and Joree, including our monthly master class series, which is starting again in January on how to create outstanding relationships, visit LoveIsntEnough.net. To learn more about, Dr. John, visit Guide To Self, and to learn more about Joree, visit JoreeRose.com. 

Almost everyone we’ve ever worked with needs help learning how to communicate better with their partner. So why is this such a ubiquitous relationship challenge? There’s lots of reasons: we often are not role modeled healthy or effective communication strategies, many times we don’t know what we feel, need or want, or if we do, we don’t always have the words to communicate it. And even if we were able to express ourselves clearly and kindly, our partner may not have the skills to receive it well. So what happens? Frustration and resignation take over, communication becomes limited to transactional conversations and couples are left feeling disconnected. We get it - we’ve been there. In this episode Joree & John not only talk broadly about communication challenges in relationships, but they share their own personal journey and how once they mastered some essential tools, their communication and relationship vastly improved. If you are stuck in communication patterns that are leaving you feeling unheard or defensive, then this episode is for you!  

In this timely conversation in the face of the election, Joree and John talk about how couples can navigate staying connected and how to get along when they have differences in their values or beliefs. We know from research that 67% of relationship challenges are not solvable, so then what? Not agreeing does not have to be a deal breaker; the key is to understand that we are not trying to convince our partners to agree with us, but to learn the tools to stay respectful when they don’t. This may feel counterintuitive, but when couples continue to fight the same fight, they will usually end up with the same outcome: disconnected, annoyed and building resentment. In this episode, Joree & John share examples of many common issues that couples deal with, including political differences, and offer realistic and practical ways to move through them, rather than moving apart. 

In this engaging episode, John and Joree explore what makes a healthy, thriving relationship by dissecting the themes from the Netflix hit show Nobody Wants This. Using the show’s rare portrayal of a healthy relationship as a starting point, they identify the common pitfalls couples fall into and offer expert advice on how to avoid them. And more importantly, they offer a picture of a healthy, thriving relationship, a model which seemingly no one grew up with, by diving into the importance of trust, non defensive listening, effective communication, validating emotions, capitalizing (supporting someone’s good news), self-awareness, emotional safety, and honoring your partner's nuances or idiosyncrasies. Joree  and John highlight examples from the show that demonstrate these, along with real-life examples from their own relationship, and how to create a relationship that not only lasts, but truly flourishes. Whether you’re a fan of the show or simply looking to strengthen your connection, this episode offers practical, heartfelt advice on how to foster a partnership filled with love, fulfillment and resilience.