Married After Kids

Deployments are hard. ESPECIALLY if you're going in blind and trying to figure it out as you go, which is what happened with today’s guest, Meredith Snyders. She’s sharing her story about overcoming mistrust in friend circles and how she turned that negative experience around so we can benefit from it. Whether you’re looking for a distraction from the struggles of deployment or a way to admit that you’re tired of pretending to be doing great when you’re not, this episode is for you.

We’re diving into:

• Military 101 - F.O.U.O - what it stands for and when you might see this
• How normalizing Meredith’s difficulties turned into a workbook for others
• Isolating situations and relatable early experiences during deployment
• A healthy way to stay busy as a positive distraction while you’re struggling
• What can happen if you don’t feel like you have a community you can trust
• And so much more! 

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Are you worried about a lack of communication while your spouse is gone? Do the thoughts of dealing with challenges while they’re away bring you all sorts of uneasy feelings? Today, I will help you work around the most common communication challenges during deployment, different types of scenarios you can expect and how to maximize ALL of the options that you DO have so you can feel better, more prepared and with surprises along the way! 

I’m exploring:

• Military 101: FA or Field Artillery Branch
• My 4 BEST Tips for managing deployment communication
• Learning to build a strong foundation with words
• What you can do if you HAVEN’T heard from your spouse 
• Who you can call on for support while your spouse is away
• Being careful what you say during deployment and my secret workaround 
• And so much more!

Grab the Deployment Survival Guide Here: http://lindsaycavanagh.com/deployment-survival-guide

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

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Being apart from your spouse for weeks or even months at a time can create real challenges in your marriage. But physical distance doesn’t have to mean emotional disconnection. In this episode, I share actionable strategies to help you maintain intimacy, trust, and closeness—even when you're thousands of miles apart. Whether you're currently going through a deployment or just want to feel closer during times of separation, this episode will help you feel more like a team and less like you're in this alone.

Tune in to discover:

• What the research says about deployment and marital satisfaction (and how to protect your relationship)
• The mindset shift that will instantly change how connected you feel—even before deployment begins
• How to check in emotionally, even when time or communication is limited
• The surprising power of appreciation and how to make it a daily habit
• Simple ways to include your spouse in your day and maintain connection while they’re gone

You don’t have to lose connection during deployment. Let’s set you up with the tools to stay strong—together.

Whether this is your first deployment or your tenth, I want to give you a REALISTIC picture of what goes on during deployments and help you prepare to better manage them with more ease and happiness. Join me as I unpack the MOST common myths and fears associated with deployment, discuss the top things that people worry about, and debunk a few not-so-good rumors.

I’m exploring:

• Military 101: Statistics of women in the Military
• Top 7 MYTHS about Deployment that you need to know about 
• Discussing the TRUTH about long and short deployments
• What to do when communication feels out of your control
• How recognizing that it WILL be challenging can help you feel BETTER 
• Cheating in the Military and stats that might SHOCK you
• And so much more! 

Grab the Deployment Survival Guide Here: http://lindsaycavanagh.com/deployment-survival-guide

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

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It's one thing to miss your significant other on a normal day but another thing entirely to miss them on holidays or other important dates. Whether you’re heading into your first holiday without your spouse, are as prepared as you think you can be or have recently been totally caught off guard with it all, I can’t wait to share my tips with you! You will learn how to ask for help when you need it, set boundaries without feeling bad and figure out your own unique and special ways to feel connected while they are away.

I’m exploring:

• Military 101: AOR: what it is and why it’s important
• My top 6 tips for getting through and THRIVING during the holidays 
• How you can ask for support and set boundaries with those you love
• Things to look out for when it comes to arranging holiday plans
• My own deployment holiday examples and what I do NOW
• How to prioritize YOUR needs during big events (without feeling guilty)
• This ONE expectation to help you through the day
• And so much more!

Grab the Deployment Survival Guide Here: http://lindsaycavanagh.com/deployment-survival-guide

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

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If you’re wondering WHAT to prep for and HOW to make sure nothing gets forgotten, I’ve got you covered! From everyday decisions to the BIG life changes that can happen without warning, I’ll break down the top questions to discuss BEFORE your spouse leaves and everything in between! By the end of this episode, your deployment will run smoother, you’ll feel WAY more confident to deal with it and both of you will manage the deployment in a way that feels good.

I’m exploring:

• Military 101: I'm covering theater and how it relates to the Military (it’s not where you go watch plays or musicals!)
• TOP Logistical things to set up ahead of deployment
• The secret code that my husband and I use to discuss dates (and where you can find it)
• 5 categories to cover ALL your bases before and during deployment
• From every day tasks to BIG life decisions and how to create a game plan for them all
• Examples of conversations I have with my husband before deployments, as well as some examples from my clients
• And so much more! 

Grab the Deployment Survival Guide Here: http://lindsaycavanagh.com/deployment-survival-guide

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

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Whether this is your first deployment or tenth, the news can hit hard and the challenges are all too common for us Military Spouses. Inside this episode, I will break down what you can expect during each stage of deployment while giving you my TOP tips to manage and prepare for them so it’s easier and more enjoyable for you. 

I’m exploring:

• Military 101: POA or power of attorney: Why you need one and when you might use one
• TOP ways to help you thrive during a deployment 
• The BEST questions to ask yourself to figure out your REAL expectations
• The 5 Stages of deployment and how to prepare for each
• Common challenges that may come up and how to navigate them
• Ways to keep yourself busy but NOT burnt out while they are away
• Reintegrating once they are back home and the top challenges you can prepare for
• And so much more! 

Grab the Deployment Survival Guide Here: http://lindsaycavanagh.com/deployment-survival-guide

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

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Welcome to the Deployment Series! Deployment doesn’t have to be a dreaded time that’s completely horrible. Although it can be difficult and there will be more on your shoulders than usual, my aim is to make it EASIER for you while ensuring that you are setting realistic expectations for this time. In this episode, I am breaking it ALL down for you so you can set yourself up for success with my best mindset shift ideas, the facts behind how we think, aligned affirmations to help you stay on track, and everything in between!

I’m exploring:

• Military 101: What OPSEC is and why it’s relevant to deployment
• BONUS: Deployment Survival Guide discount and details
• The Mindset you will need for the deployment to be successful
• Top questions to ask yourself to really dig into how you’re feeling
• The BEST ways to get you from surviving to THRIVING during this time
• How changing your thoughts will make ALL the difference (and how to do it)
• And so much more! 

Grab my Deployment Survival Guide eBook here: http://lindsaycavanagh.com/deployment-survival-guide

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

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Whether you’re on a good stretch with your spouse or in the middle of a challenging phase, in this episode, you will learn how to recognize and troubleshoot the most common challenges I see in Military marriages. As a military psychologist and marriage coach for over a decade now, there are DEFINITE themes that I’ve seen as to what troubles military marriages, and the SAME things that keep popping up for many of us. I’m sharing them with you so you can make sure to avoid them and put in the right ingredients in your marriage!

I’m exploring:

• Military 101: Cover: what it is, when it’s needed and why you might receive a panicked phone call
• Top 5 Themes to recognize and course correct in your marriage
• The MOST common pitfalls I see when it comes to expectations for your spouse
• How to have more fun with the challenges of the Military lifestyle
• Why troubleshooting what’s coming up in your marriage right now is VERY doable
• Figuring out what fuels your marriage so you can do MORE of it
• And so much more! 

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

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While I am all about celebrating in the face of challenges, I absolutely want to ensure that the gravity of this holiday is always remembered and honored for what it is. Whether you are listening to this episode on Memorial Day or not, I want to help you understand this holiday and the small ways you can honor it on your own.. It’s normal to want to celebrate the start of summer and at the same time, it’s important to remember the gravity of the day that we are celebrating and what it actually means. I’ll be discussing all of this and more while sharing my best quick tips on deepening the connection with your spouse at the same time! 

I’m exploring:

• Military 101 - The history of Memorial Day
• Valuing the duality of this holiday
• 5 most powerful (yet small) ways to acknowledge the importance of Memorial Day
• My BEST quick ideas to love up on your spouse today (and every day!) 
• Why the small thank-yous go a long way
• Gold Star Families and other organizations you can support
• And so much more!

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