Never underestimate lessons that can be learned from every season of marriage. Even the newlywed has rich ingredients to share, if we take the time to observe and listen. Today is the opportunity for you to do just that. Listen in on my conversation with a very special newlywed guest, as she shares what she has learned over the past year as a new bride.

Resources:

The Seven Principles For Making Marriage Work by John Gottman and Nan Silver https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Principles-Making-Marriage-Work/dp/0609805797

https://psychcentral.com/blog/7-research-based-principles-for-making-marriage-work/

Marriage can be a wonderful experience, but the methods to get to wonderful are not always clear. Strategies for a healthy marriage are often simple and practical, but that does not mean easy. In honor of Couple Appreciation Month, this episode is part 2 of 4 conversations that will start unpacking what it means to have a thriving marriage. Get ready for practical steps to help you find the right ingredients that best suit the palate of your marriage. Bring your notepads or download for later. Your recipe book for a flavorful marriage, is about to get full.

Part 2: Creating a healthier marriage means first focusing on creating a healthier you. Self-care is a buzzword that many struggle to put into practice in meaningful ways. As you are sorting out the ingredients that best suit your recipe for marital success, consider adding a big scoop of self-care. Your body, mind, spirit and relationship will thank you. A healthy marriage is not something we should expect to succeed at alone. Check out the resources listed below, as you continue your journey of becoming healthy, empowered, and resilient (HER).

Resources:

The Seven Principles For Making Marriage Work by John Gottman and Nan Silver https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Principles-Making-Marriage-Work/dp/0609805797

https://psychcentral.com/blog/7-research-based-principles-for-making-marriage-work/

Sound Girls.org: https://soundgirls.org/self-care-develop-a-routine-that-works-for-you/

Mental Health America: https://www.mhanational.org/taking-good-care-yourself

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/self-care-12-ways-take-better-care-yourself

Finding a Therapist:

If you have insurance, call your insurance provider and explore your mental health benefits. Ask for a list of in-network providers and confirm your out-of-pocket expense for services.

Check into whether you employer offers EAP services to get you started. Your primary care physician may also be able to provide a referral to a mental health professional. The online resources below can also assist

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

https://www.goodtherapy.org/

https://www.findatherapist.com/

Marriage can be a wonderful experience, but the methods to get to wonderful are not always clear. Strategies for a healthy marriage are often simple and practical, but that does not mean easy. In honor of Couple Appreciation Month, this episode is part 1 of 4 conversations that will start unpacking what it means to have a thriving marriage. Get ready for practical steps to help you find the right ingredients that best suit the palate of your marriage. Bring your notepads or download for later. Your recipe book for a flavorful marriage, is about to get full.

What challenges are you facing today, as you stay well and keep your children entertained, productive, and safe? During this conversation, our role as mothers, take the spotlight. Join me as I discuss my thoughts about what mothering means, and how I am using time inside to take care of me, and nurture my role as "mom."

The information shared on this podcast is not a replacement for a relationship with a licensed mental health provider or medical professional. Please check-out the information below, if you, your children, or someone you know is in need of mental, emotional, or behavioral health resources.

Parenting/Counseling Resources

Suicide Prevention Lifeline--1-800-273-TALK(8255)--suicidepreventionlifeline.org

National Parent Helpline--1-855-427-2736 (Parenting support by phone)

Nebraska Family Helpline (Resources for parents in Nebraska) 888-866-8660 or nebraskahelpline.gov

infoaboutkids.org (Science-based information about child development and health)

effectivechildtherapy.org (Information about the diagnosis and treatment of mental and behavioral problems in children and adolescents)

apa.org/act (Information about positive parenting skills)

Child Mind Institute--childmind.org (Child mental health information)

Military OneSource--militaryonesource.mil (Resources for Military Families)

Psychology Today--psychologytoday.com (Find a therapist)

Good Therapy--goodtherapy.org (Find a therapist)

You are not an island and neither is your success. Both are a partnership with others as you learn, build and excel. This episode will get you thinking about who is on your "life-team" and who needs to be. There are 5 types of people that you might want to consider for your current season of life. A well recruited team, is the life-blood of how far and wide the ripples of your best life can go. The good news is...you are in charge of the recruiting.

Have you ever had one of those days, weeks, or months where you questioned your ability to handle a tough situation? Well, this has been a challenging few weeks for me. I have been struggling to find my podcasting rhythm, while still managing my day to day responsibilities, and it hasn't been easy. There have been a few times that I wondered if this is the right time, am I the right person, or do I have the right skill-set. Listen in as I share how I am overcoming my mental and emotional blocks, and understanding more deeply, that even though I am challenged...I am still chosen.

Maintaining a regular schedule for health and wellness is not easy, but necessary. During this conversation, we will tackle the reality of failed mental, emotional, and spiritual maintenance that can lead us to a breakdown. Constructing the "owner's manual" for your self-care, is a necessary part of being an effective leader who can thrive in the midst of adversity. Consider what you need to focus on right now, to keep the "vehicle of your life" running efficiently. If you are ready to gain better clarity about the areas of your life that may need a tune-up, you've reached the right episode.

This weeks episode is an introduction to the "why" behind the creation of this podcast. It will give you insight into the content that will be created to help diverse women to thrive in mind, body and spirit. Take a moment...push play...and get ready for empowerment talk. This podcast will feel more like a crash course in life transformation as the host encourages and equips you with strategies to grow into your best version of H.E.R (Healthy-Empowered- Resilient)