Married After Kids

Welcome to Married After Kids! I’m kicking things off by sharing personally about the early days of my own marriage, giving you an inside look at what it was like BEFORE kids entered the scene!

We're diving deep into my past relationships, unpacking the nitty-gritty of our marriage pre-kids – the highs, the hurdles, and the heartwarming moments. Get ready to share a laugh over the things we nailed, chat about what I wish we'd known, and discover some golden nuggets that resonate, whether you're navigating parenthood or dreaming about it one day.

Tune in to hear:

• A sneak peek into my previous relationships
• What we mastered in marriage before having kids
• The chats I wish we'd had before diving into parenthood
• What you can glean from this episode to enrich your own marriage
• Prompts to deepen your connection with your spouse

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I have something special to share with you! In this unique episode, I am unveiling a very exciting update. Your support is invaluable and I can't wait to hear your thoughts (and all the feelings that may come up for you!).

For support during your next or current deployment, check out my course! In The Trenches: Mastering Deployment for a Stronger Marriage: https://lindsaycavanagh.com/in-the-trenches

Connect with me for a FREE Military Marriage Breakthrough Call:  https://marriedtomilitary.satoriapp.com/offers/236651-military-marriage-breakthrough-call

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Ever found yourself at odds with your spouse, unable to agree on something important? In this episode, we're exploring what to do WHEN disagreements arise. 

Disagreements are inevitable and can range from small to significant topics. Arming yourself with the knowledge of what to do when they happen, will prepare you for a strong and successful marriage. 

We’re digging into:

• The often-overlooked factor when facing different perspectives

• Strategies for handling situations when you and your partner aren't on the same page

• How to get a deeper understanding of your spouse’s wants and needs (and vice versa)

• Collaborating (and getting creative!) on finding a solution that accommodates both sets of needs - the key to preventing resentment later on!

• Recognizing the moments when it's beneficial to pause the conversation and focus on loving each other

For support during your next or current deployment, check out my course! In The Trenches: Mastering Deployment for a Stronger Marriage: https://lindsaycavanagh.com/in-the-trenches

Connect with me for a FREE Military Marriage Breakthrough Call:  https://marriedtomilitary.satoriapp.com/offers/236651-military-marriage-breakthrough-call

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Struggling with feelings of being unloved and unsupported in your marriage? These emotions can be challenging to navigate, yet they're a common theme among many of my clients. In today's discussion, we dive into the unique challenges faced by military spouses and provide empowering insights to help you strengthen the supportive foundation of your marriage.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The secret element in your marriage you need to make EVERYTHING easier

• Actionable steps to ensure you feel the deep level of support you deserve from your spouse

• How to identify and communicate your needs effectively

• The significance of evaluating your thoughts about your spouse and their level of support

• Ways to prepare for and initiate a conversation with your spouse about the support you need

For support during your next or current deployment, check out my course! In The Trenches: Mastering Deployment for a Stronger Marriage: https://lindsaycavanagh.com/in-the-trenches

Connect with me for a FREE Military Marriage Breakthrough Call:  https://marriedtomilitary.satoriapp.com/offers/236651-military-marriage-breakthrough-call

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Continue the conversation in my private Facebook group Married to Military: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449431269700869

Happy New Year! If you want your relationship to improve this year, run (don’t walk!) straight to this episode. There’s no denying it can be difficult to make changes, and that’s why I’m sharing insights on how you and your partner can continue building a successful marriage and rediscover the “new relationship” energy you had when you first started dating. 

Learn how to implement changes you want to make in your marriage this year to spice things up and make your relationship better than ever. Remember, there’s always room for improvement no matter where you are in your relationship currently. 

We’re exploring:

• How to evaluate your successes and areas for improvement from the last year

• The exact questions my spouse and I ask each other for reflecting on the previous year, along with our candid answers

• My top advice on where to begin once you’ve identified areas for improvement in your marriage

• How to support each other effectively in making changes, even when it’s difficult

• Methods to consistently maintain and check in on your relationship goals for year-round success

For support during your next or current deployment, check out my course! In The Trenches: Mastering Deployment for a Stronger Marriage: https://lindsaycavanagh.com/in-the-trenches

Connect with me for a FREE Military Marriage Breakthrough Call:  https://marriedtomilitary.satoriapp.com/offers/236651-military-marriage-breakthrough-call

Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! https://www.instagram.com/marriedtomilitary/

Continue the conversation in my private Facebook group Married to Military: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449431269700869

We’ve all heard about mindset work, right, but what does that REALLY mean? If you’re wondering WHAT inner work you can be doing to make a difference in your marriage and life, let me break that down for you! 

Join me as I share what it means to do the work in your own military life and tangible tools you can use while answering some of the MOST popular questions I get on this topic. Learning this will help you if you want to feel more like a priority with your spouse, don’t like your duty station, and so much more!

Tune in as we explore:

• The reason why most people aren’t doing their mindset work 

• What exactly IS the mindset work that will make a difference in your life and marriage

• 4 BEST mindset tools you can start using today

• There’s no one-size-fits-all to mindset work and how this can look different for everyone

• Why the HOW isn’t important when it comes to your daily mindset routine

For support during your next or current deployment, check out my course! In The Trenches: Mastering Deployment for a Stronger Marriage: https://lindsaycavanagh.com/in-the-trenches

Connect with me for a FREE Military Marriage Breakthrough Call:  https://marriedtomilitary.satoriapp.com/offers/236651-military-marriage-breakthrough-call

Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! https://www.instagram.com/marriedtomilitary/

Continue the conversation in my private Facebook group Married to Military: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449431269700869

The new year is a great time to figure out what you want to change, but also what you want to stay the same. And if you feel like rigid resolutions don’t work for you, don’t worry! In this episode, I’m sharing 5 SIMPLE and EASY ways to set you (and your marriage) up for the MOST successful 2024—so you can have a fun and positive year regardless of what the military sends your way!

Tune is as we explore:

• How to create simple and positive habits that will serve you all year long

• Why this ONE shift can be the most powerful thing you do for yourself this year

• What a little decluttering can do for your mental well-being (and your marriage, too!)

• Setting small goals that nurture you and your marriage

• Why you need to audit how you spend your time—and how to create boundaries when things aren’t serving you

• My favorite SIMPLE ways to bring positivity to your year 

For support during your next or current deployment, check out my course! In The Trenches: Mastering Deployment for a Stronger Marriage: https://lindsaycavanagh.com/in-the-trenches

Connect with me for a FREE Military Marriage Breakthrough Call:  https://marriedtomilitary.satoriapp.com/offers/236651-military-marriage-breakthrough-call

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Continue the conversation in my private Facebook group Married to Military: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449431269700869

Want to have the best holiday ever - for yourself and your marriage? We’re digging into the thoughts and actions crucial for the best experience during family gatherings, festive parties, and the busiest season of the year. Being prepared is key to ensuring a holiday season that aligns with both your and your spouse’s desires.

In this episode, we explore:

• How to reflect on our feelings and roles of past holidays, traditions, and expectations (and I unveil one unrealistic expectation that made me completely miserable!)

• Understanding the role of your close family unit and extended families during the holidays

• Discovering what to do if you’re feeling overwhelmed or disappointed about the holidays this year

• Learning how to have each other’s back this season (and ensure YOU are getting the support you need)

• Insights into what to prepare before planning your Christmas calendar, ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable holiday season.

• My favorite tool to use daily throughout the holidays

For support during your next or current deployment, check out my course! In The Trenches: Mastering Deployment for a Stronger Marriage: https://lindsaycavanagh.com/in-the-trenches

Connect with me for a FREE Military Marriage Breakthrough Call:  https://marriedtomilitary.satoriapp.com/offers/236651-military-marriage-breakthrough-call

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There’s an unspoken expectation that you know what you signed up for as a military spouse. I call BS on that.

Nothing prepares us for the challenges we face, such as managing our own career while constantly relocating, the familiar feeling of resentment, and the struggle to maintain a sense of self outside the military identity.

In this episode, Jenna Griffith, International Best Selling Author and Coach, shares insights on overcoming these challenges and empowering other military and first responder spouses to find their purpose, embrace their individual skills, and thrive.

The key takeaway: A happier you translates to a happier marriage!

We’re exploring:

• The biggest barriers that keep military spouses from executing their dreams

• One powerful tool you can use today to help uncover your purpose (without feeling overwhelmed!)

• What can get in the way internally of pursuing your dreams 

• The (surprising) impact on marriages once you start uncovering your purpose and skills

• And so much more!

Jenna’s Service and Soul Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1956837264?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860

Jenna’s website: www.serviceandsoul.com

For support during your next or current deployment, check out my course! In The Trenches: Mastering Deployment for a Stronger Marriage: https://lindsaycavanagh.com/in-the-trenches

Connect with me for a FREE Military Marriage Breakthrough Call:  https://marriedtomilitary.satoriapp.com/offers/236651-military-marriage-breakthrough-call

Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! https://www.instagram.com/marriedtomilitary/

Continue the conversation in my private Facebook group Married to Military: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449431269700869

We all have preferences for how we give and receive love. Learning the love languages of both you and your spouse is a powerful tool to ensure that both of you feel deeply loved. But you may be surprised to know that it can create challenges for some couples. 

Tune into this episode as we explore:

• Overcoming challenging thoughts, such as “my marriage will never work” or “my spouse doesn’t care about speaking my love language”

• How to use love languages in the right way (*an absolute game-changer in my own marriage*) 

• What to do when you and your partner have different love languages (especially when it feels hard)

• The danger of putting too much pressure on speaking each other’s love language

• Discerning whether love languages are effectively working in your marriage

For support during your next or current deployment, check out my course! In The Trenches: Mastering Deployment for a Stronger Marriage: https://lindsaycavanagh.com/in-the-trenches

Connect with me for a FREE Military Marriage Breakthrough Call:  https://marriedtomilitary.satoriapp.com/offers/236651-military-marriage-breakthrough-call

Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! https://www.instagram.com/marriedtomilitary/

Continue the conversation in my private Facebook group Married to Military: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449431269700869