Why your marriage feels distant and how to get the closeness back.

If your marriage has started to feel flat, distant, or like you’re just co-managing a household, this episode is for you.

We’re talking honestly about marriage in midlife, the season where hormones shift, kids grow up, careers stretch you thin, and you suddenly realise: you love each other, but you feel disconnected.

In this heartfelt conversation, we unpack emotional disconnection, resentment, and the “roommates stage” that sneaks up on so many couples and how to start rebuilding connection, warmth, and faith in your marriage again.

This isn’t about shame. It’s about hope, healing, and practical ways to reconnect.

WHAT YOU’LL HEAR
• Why midlife can shake even strong marriages
• The “roommates stage” no one talks about
• How to rebuild emotional intimacy
• Why your spouse is not the enemy
• Three small shifts to re-warm your marriage
• Biblical mindset shifts for lasting love
• How to bring God back into the middle of it all 

PRACTICAL SHIFTS
• Touch before talk — physical connection restores safety
• Talk like teammates, not competitors
• Date the person you married... friendship first
• Pray together, even for two minutes 

FAITH + MARRIAGE
We talk about God’s original design for marriage... both men and women complementing one another, not competing.
This isn’t about control; it’s about covenant.
And yes, we also talk about the spiritual battle against family and how to protect what God joined together. 

TIMESTAMPS
0:00 – When marriage feels more like teamwork than romance
1:47 – Why midlife changes everything (and what to do about it)
4:43 – The world’s disposable view vs. God’s covenant design
6:24 – Forgiveness, faith, and the heart of restoration
10:39 – How to rewarm your marriage without a miracle
17:50 – God’s design for marriage
23:33 – Your marriage is NOT past hope!
27:10 – The BIG takeaway and a little challenge for you 

KEY TAKEAWAYS
→ Midlife tension doesn’t mean it’s over
→ You’re allowed to want closeness again
→ Unity is spiritual warfare in the best way
→ Forgiveness protects your heart and home
→ God can revive what feels numb 

THIS EPISODE IS FOR
✓ Women 40–55 feeling disconnected from their husbands
✓ Couples who love each other but feel more like roommates
✓ Anyone facing midlife transition, hormones, or stress
✓ Women of faith who want biblical, hope-filled marriage advice  

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If you walk through your front door and your shoulders tighten instead of relax, this episode will change everything.

You love your home and your family, but sometimes it feels like your space is working against you instead of for you. 

The constant tidying, the mental load of managing everything, the feeling that you can never quite get ahead... sound familiar?

🎯 WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER:

• Why your home feels stressful instead of peaceful

• The mental load that's exhausting homemakers everywhere

• How to create systems that work for your real life

• Simple changes that make your home feel like a sanctuary

• Why some homes restore you while others drain you

• Practical tips for organising without perfectionism

• How to make your home reflect who you're becoming

✨ TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Is your home secretly stressing you out?
 2:35 - You're not alone in this (the invisible weight)
 9:03 - My story: When home feels heavy
 9:44 - The 5 sneaky things stealing your calm at home
 10:11 - Clutter and visual overload (and what to do)
 13:29 - Hosting anxiety and the myth of perfection
 15:35 - Unfinished spaces and emotional weight
 16:49 - Ten tiny shifts for a calmer home
 20:45 - Home as sanctuary (the deeper truth)

💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS:

→ Your home should restore you, not drain you

→ Organisation is about function, not perfection

→ Small systems prevent big overwhelm

→ Your space should reflect your current season

→ Home is about presence, not perfection

→ Creating sanctuary starts with intention

This episode is perfect for:

✓ Women feeling overwhelmed by household management

✓ Anyone whose home feels chaotic instead of peaceful

✓ People struggling with clutter and organisation

✓ Women wanting their space to feel more intentional

✓ Anyone ready to create a home that truly serves them

✓ People who love their family but feel exhausted by home life

RELATED TOPICS: home organisation, creating peaceful home, home sanctuary, household management, decluttering, home stress, organising tips, peaceful living, home design, creating calm spaces, home systems, intentional living, home and family, domestic life, homemaking tips, stress free home, home environment, peaceful spaces, home wellness, sanctuary at home

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Instagram: @petrinaverma

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NEXT EPISODE: 'Marriage in midlife' - We're exploring how relationships change and grow in this season of life.

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If you’ve ever wondered where all your real friends went, or why adult friendship feels so lonely and complicated, you’re not alone.

Remember when making friends was easy? When you could call someone at 11pm just to talk? Now it feels like everyone’s too busy, too guarded, or too surface-level. What happened to deep, soul-level friendship? 

WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER:

• Why adult friendship feels so much harder than it used to
• The real reasons women struggle with loneliness in midlife
• How to tell the difference between acquaintances and real friends
• Why “friend ghosting” happens and how to heal from it
• Practical steps to build deeper, more meaningful friendships
• How to be vulnerable without being needy
• Why God designed us for deep community and connection 

TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - “Wait... where did my people go?”
2:50 - Why friendship feels so hard right now (the real reasons)
8:13 - The heartbreak of friend ghosting and slow fades
13:22 - When friendships outgrow each other (and that’s okay)
20:07 - Practical steps to nurture existing friendships
24:10 - God’s design for community and belonging 

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

→ Adult friendship requires more intentionality than childhood friendship
→ Quality matters more than quantity in relationships
→ Vulnerability is the bridge to deeper connection
→ It’s normal to outgrow some friendships
→ You can make meaningful friends at any age
→ Loneliness is common but doesn’t have to be permanent

This episode is perfect for:
✓ Women feeling lonely despite being surrounded by people
✓ Anyone who misses having deep, meaningful friendships
✓ People tired of surface-level relationships
✓ Women who’ve been hurt by friend ghosting or betrayal
✓ Anyone ready to invest in real, lasting friendships
✓ People who want to be better friends themselves

RELATED TOPICS: adult friendship, making friends as an adult, loneliness, friendship problems, social connections, meaningful relationships, friend breakups, building friendships, adult loneliness, friendship advice, social isolation, finding real friends, friendship struggles, making friends over 35, friendship in midlife, social anxiety, building community, friendship tips, lonely women, friendship goals 

CONNECT WITH PETRINA:
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SUBSCRIBE to Pretty Deep for weekly conversations about relationships, friendship, purpose, and faith - helping women build meaningful connections and design a beautiful life inside and out.

NEXT EPISODE: 

“Home as your sanctuary” - We’re exploring how to create a space that nurtures your soul and reflects who you’re becoming.

#AdultFriendship #MakingFriendsAsAnAdult #Loneliness #FriendshipProblems #SocialConnections #MeaningfulRelationships #FriendBreakups #BuildingFriendships #AdultLoneliness #FriendshipAdvice #SocialIsolation #FindingRealFriends #FriendshipStruggles #MakingFriendsOver35 #FriendshipInMidlife #SocialAnxiety #BuildingCommunity #FriendshipTips #LonelyWomen #FriendshipGoals #PrettyDeep #WomenOver35 #MidlifeFriendship #SocialSupport #CommunityBuilding

None of your outfits look or feel right anymore? 

Feel frumpy in everything you wear? 

Wearing the same things on repeat?

If you’re standing in front of a closet full of clothes saying “I have nothing to wear,” this episode will change that.

You’re not alone in feeling like you’ve lost your sense of style. Your body has changed, fashion has changed, and somehow getting dressed went from fun to frustrating. But what if the problem isn’t your clothes - it’s your approach? 

WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER:
• Why “I have nothing to wear” happens with a full closet
• The real reason nothing feels right on your body anymore
• How to stop buying clothes you never actually wear
• The style myths keeping you stuck and frumpy
• How to dress your body as it is today (not as it was)
• Why shorter isn’t always better for looking stylish
• Simple steps to build a wardrobe you actually love 

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Standing in front of a full closet with nothing to wear
1:02 - Why your wardrobe feels like a museum of past selves
9:25 - Breaking free from fashion “rules” that don’t serve you
21:10 - How to dress for the woman you’re becoming
22:27 - Building a wardrobe that works for your real life
27:30 - Style as self-expression and creativity
30:20 - You deserve to feel confident in your clothes 

KEY TAKEAWAYS:
→ Your closet should work for you, not against you
→ Style isn’t about following rules - it’s about expressing yourself
→ You don’t need to shrink to deserve stylish clothes
→ Confidence is the best accessory at any age
→ Getting dressed can be joyful again
→ Your worth isn’t measured by clothing sizeThis episode is perfect for:
✓ Women who feel frumpy and unfashionable
✓ Anyone whose body has changed and clothes don’t fit right
✓ People who’ve lost their sense of personal style
✓ Women tired of wearing the same boring outfits
✓ Anyone who dreads getting dressed each morning
✓ People ready to love their wardrobe again

RELATED TOPICS: wardrobe makeover, personal style, fashion over 40, dressing your body type, style confidence, wardrobe essentials, fashion for women over 35, style tips, clothing confidence, wardrobe organization, personal styling, fashion advice, style makeover, dressing for your age, body positive fashion, style inspiration, wardrobe building, fashion confidence, style transformation, clothing tips 

CONNECT WITH PETRINA:
Instagram: @PetrinaVerma 

SUBSCRIBE to Pretty Deep for weekly conversations about style, confidence, creativity, and faith - helping women design a beautiful life inside and out.

NEXT EPISODE: “Friendship in midlife” - We’re exploring how to build meaningful connections when making friends feels harder than it used to.

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“I look in the mirror and don’t recognise myself” - sound like something you’d say?
 
 If you’ve ever felt invisible, frumpy, or like you’ve lost your beauty in midlife, this episode will change how you see yourself.

You’re not alone in feeling like beauty is for younger women. But what if I told you that midlife beauty isn’t about looking 25 again? It’s about discovering a deeper, more authentic kind of beautiful.

 WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER:

• Why you feel invisible and unattractive in midlife

• The beauty standards that are making you feel worse

• How to reconnect with your sense of style and beauty

• Why confidence is the best beauty secret at any age

• Practical steps to feel beautiful in your own skin

• How to embrace aging without giving up on yourself

• Why God’s definition of beauty never changes with age

 KEY TAKEAWAYS:

→ Beauty doesn’t have an expiration date

→ Confidence is more attractive than perfect skin

→ Your worth isn’t determined by your appearance

→ Style and self-care are acts of self-respect

→ Aging can be beautiful when embraced with intention

→ God’s love for you doesn’t change with wrinkles

This episode is perfect for:

✓ Women feeling invisible or unattractive in midlife

✓ Anyone struggling with aging and changing appearance

✓ Women who’ve lost their sense of style or beauty

✓ People comparing themselves to younger versions

✓ Anyone ready to redefine beauty for their season

✓ Women wanting to feel confident and beautiful again

RELATED TOPICS: midlife beauty, aging gracefully, feeling invisible, beauty over 40, midlife style, confidence and aging, beauty standards, self esteem midlife, aging women, beauty tips over 40, midlife confidence, feeling frumpy, aging and self worth, beauty in midlife, mature women beauty, aging and identity, midlife transformation, beauty mindset, self care over 40, embracing aging

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Instagram: @petrinaverma

SUBSCRIBE to Pretty Deep for weekly conversations about beauty, confidence, style, and faith - helping women design a beautiful life inside and out at every age.

NEXT EPISODE: “Your closet is your canvas”… We’re diving into style as self-expression and how to dress with confidence in midlife.

#MidlifeBeauty #AgingGracefully #FeelingInvisible #BeautyOver40 #MidlifeStyle #ConfidenceAndAging #BeautyStandards #SelfEsteemMidlife #AgingWomen #BeautyTipsOver40 #MidlifeConfidence #FeelingFrumpy #AgingAndSelfWorth #BeautyInMidlife #MatureWomenBeauty #AgingAndIdentity #MidlifeTransformation #BeautyMindset #SelfCareOver40 #EmbracingAging #PrettyDeep #WomenOver35 #AgingBeautifully #MidlifeWomen #BeautyAtAnyAge

Too many tabs open in your brain? Feeling like you’re juggling a million things and no matter how much you do, the guilt and overwhelm never stop?

If you’re constantly exhausted, paralysed by endless to-do lists, and feel like everyone else’s needs are running your life, this episode will give you the tools to break free.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

• Why overwhelm isn’t about time management, it’s about expectations

• The mental load that’s exhausting busy women everywhere

• 6 practical strategies to manage overwhelm without guilt

• How to create “Grace Days” for yourself

• The brain dump method that stops decision paralysis

• Why saying “no” protects your peace and energy

• How to find rest in the chaos of daily life

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

→ Overwhelm management starts with realistic expectations

→ The mental load is real and needs addressing

→ Grace Days are essential, not selfish

→ Boundaries protect your peace and energy

→ You can do less and still be valuable

→ Rest is productive, not lazy

This episode is perfect for:

✓ Busy women juggling multiple responsibilities

✓ Anyone struggling with decision paralysis

✓ Women feeling stuck in endless to-do lists

✓ People who put everyone else first

✓ Anyone seeking practical overwhelm solutions

✓ Women wanting to find peace in busy seasons

RELATED TOPICS: overwhelm management, busy women, mental load, decision paralysis, work life balance, burnout prevention, stress management, time management, self care, overwhelmed women, busy life solutions, productivity tips, mental health, overwhelm relief, stress relief

CONNECT WITH PETRINA:

Instagram: @PetrinaVerma

SUBSCRIBE to Pretty Deep for weekly conversations helping busy women find peace, purpose, and balance in all seasons of life.

NEXT EPISODE: “Beauty in this season of life”  - We’re exploring style, self-expression, and embracing changes with joy and freedom.

#Overwhelm #BusyWomen #MentalLoad #OverwhelmManagement #WorkLifeBalance #Burnout #StressManagement #TimeManagement #SelfCare #OverwhelmedWomen #BusyLife #ProductivityTips #MentalHealth #OverwhelmRelief #StressRelief #PrettyDeep #WomenOver35 #WomenOver40 #PersonalGrowth #LifeBalance #PeacefulLiving #RestAndRecharge #BoundariesForWomen #DecisionParalysis

If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and wondered “where did I go in all of this?” - this episode is for you.

You love your family. You’re grateful for your life. But somewhere along the way, you disappeared into everyone else’s needs and lost yourself in the process. You’re not alone, and there’s a way back to YOU.

WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER:

• Why feeling lost in your own life is more common than you think

• How to reclaim your identity without guilt or selfishness

• The difference between serving others and losing yourself

• Why “small things” you do actually have eternal impact

• 4 practical steps to reconnect with who you are

• How to balance self-care with caring for others

• Why God designed you with intention and purpose

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

→ You are not invisible - your impact is profound

→ Self-care isn’t selfish, it’s necessary

→ Small acts of love have eternal significance

→ You can serve others without losing yourself

→ Your identity goes beyond your roles

→ God sees and values everything you do

This episode is perfect for:

✓ Women who feel lost in their own lives

✓ Moms who’ve disappeared into everyone else’s needs

✓ Anyone struggling with identity beyond their roles

✓ Women feeling guilty for wanting something for themselves

✓ People who love their life but feel something’s missing

✓ Anyone ready to reclaim themselves without abandoning family

RELATED TOPICS: finding yourself again, lost identity, mom identity crisis, self care without guilt, reclaiming yourself, identity beyond roles, feeling invisible, lost in motherhood, finding purpose, self discovery, women’s identity, rediscovering yourself, feeling lost in life, identity crisis women, self worth, personal identity, finding yourself as a mom, lost sense of self, identity and motherhood, reclaiming identity

CONNECT WITH PETRINA:

Instagram: @petrinaverma

SUBSCRIBE to Pretty Deep for weekly conversations about identity, purpose, faith, and designing a beautiful life inside and out.

NEXT EPISODE: “Overwhelmed and exhausted? Here’s the fix” - We’re tackling the mental load and finding peace in the chaos.

#FindingYourself #LostIdentity #MomIdentity #SelfCareWithoutGuilt #ReclaimingYourself #IdentityBeyondRoles #FeelingInvisible #LostInMotherhood #FindingPurpose #SelfDiscovery #WomensIdentity #RediscoveringYourself #FeelingLost #IdentityCrisis #SelfWorth #PersonalIdentity #IdentityAndMotherhood #ReclaimingIdentity #PrettyDeep #WomenOver35 #PersonalGrowth #ChristianWomen #Motherhood #WomensEmpowerment

“I’m just not creative.” How many times have you said those words? 

Maybe while scrolling past someone’s beautiful art, or watching a friend start their dream business, or remembering something you used to love doing but haven’t touched in years.

Here’s the truth: You ARE creative. You’ve just forgotten.

In today’s episode of Pretty Deep, I’m sharing why creativity isn’t a luxury, it’s essential for your joy, confidence, and mental health. 

Plus, I’ll give you a 5-day challenge to reignite that creative spark you thought was gone forever. 

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER:
• Why “I’m not creative” is the biggest lie you tell yourself
• How creativity shows up in everyday life (you’re already doing it!)
• The science behind why creating makes you happier and more confident
• Why perfectionism is creativity’s biggest enemy
• How boredom became the birthplace of my best ideas
• A 5-day creativity reset challenge you can start today
• Why God designed you to be a co-creator with Him 

This episode is for you if you’re:
→ Feeling like you’ve lost your creative spark
→ Telling yourself you’re “not the creative type”
→ Missing the joy of making something with your hands
→ Wanting to try something new but afraid you’ll be “bad” at it
→ Ready to give yourself permission to play again

Remember: You don’t have to be perfect to create. You just have to start. 

THE 5-DAY CREATIVITY RESET CHALLENGE:
Day 1: Do something creative just for fun
Day 2: Make space for boredom
Day 3: Try something new (even if you’re bad at it)
Day 4: Follow your curiosity
Day 5: Make creativity a habit 

CONNECT WITH ME:
Instagram: @PetrinaVerma (tag me if you try the challenge!)

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Next week: We’re talking about identity... about rediscovering who YOU are beyond all the roles you play.

#PrettyDeep #Creativity #PersonalGrowth #Faith #WomenOver35 #CreativeBlock #SelfExpression #Joy #Podcast

“Who do you think you are?”

That little voice in your head - the one that whispers you’re not qualified, not ready, not enough - I know it well. For years, it kept me playing small, waiting for permission to step into who I was meant to be.

But what if I told you that confidence isn’t about feeling fearless? What if it’s about being faithful even when you’re afraid?

In today’s episode of Pretty Deep, I’m sharing the hard truth about confidence that no one talks about - and the practical steps that helped me go from hiding to showing up fully as myself.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

• Why confidence isn’t about being fearless - it’s about being faithful

• The 3 biggest confidence killers (and how to overcome them)

• Why waiting to feel “ready” is keeping you stuck

• How your style and self-expression impact your inner confidence

• The difference between true confidence and false confidence

• 4 practical steps to build unshakable confidence from the inside out

• How God’s truth about you changes everything

THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU IF YOU’RE:

→ Tired of playing small and hiding your gifts

→ Waiting to feel “qualified” before taking action

→ Struggling with imposter syndrome

→ Ready to step into who you were designed to be

→ Done letting fear make your decisions

Remember: You don’t have to be fearless - you just have to be faithful.
 
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Next week: We’re diving into creativity as a tool for joy and self-expression - you won’t want to miss it!

#PrettyDeep #Purpose #LifeTransitions #Faith #WomenOver35 #PersonalGrowth #Identity #Podcast

Have you ever found yourself asking "What am I even doing with my life?" or "Is this all there is?" 

If you're nodding your head right now, I want you to know... you are NOT alone. 

In today's episode of Pretty Deep, I'm sharing the hard-won lessons I learned during my own season of feeling completely lost and purposeless. After leaving my dream job at The New York Times and losing my best friend to cancer, I had to discover what purpose really means.

🎯 IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER:

• Why purpose isn't about what you DO, it's about who you ARE

• The difference between productivity and true purpose

• How life transitions can actually be opportunities, not crises

• 7 practical steps to rediscover clarity when you feel stuck

• Why it's NEVER too late to redefine your purpose

• How faith can transform your understanding of calling (even if you're not religious)

THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU IF YOU’RE:

→ Navigating a major life transition

→ Feeling disconnected from your "why"

→ Wondering if you've missed your chance

→ Ready to stop surviving and start thriving

Remember: You don't need the whole map - you just need to take the next step.

💕 CONNECT WITH ME:

Instagram: @petrinaverma

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Next week: We're talking about building unshakable confidence - you won't want to miss it!

#PrettyDeep #Purpose #LifeTransitions #Faith #WomenOver35 #PersonalGrowth #Identity #Podcast