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Relationship Rescue in Isolation with Therapist, Jed Jurchenko


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In this episode, Roxanne Derhodge engages with Jed Jurchenko in a deep dive into the role of psychology and faith in relationships. They discuss the balance of dependence, connection habits, managing stress, and the power of humor. They also explore teaching children about relationships and introduce Jed's resources.

Well, we’ve been in quarantine for over a month now. How are you getting along with your significant other, kids, family, roommate...etc??? On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we are talking with Relationship Expert, Jed Jurchenko about keeping it all together, communicating and connecting well, while in isolation.

Jed graduated from Southern California Seminary with a Masters of Divinity and returned to complete a second degree in psychology. He’s a licensed marriage and family therapist, adjunct psychology professor, coach, and author. Jed has written over 20 books filled with straight-forward, easily applied marriage wisdom. He specializes in helping couples transform their bond from average to a high-performing relationship.

Authentic Touch Points:

Jed’s path to becoming a couples’ therapist.2:40 “Marrying” Religion and marital systems.8:00 How much faith is used in therapy?14:55 Putting connection habits into practice.22:30 Intimacy doesn’t start in the bedroom.26:30 Managing unresolved issues throughout the quarantine.31:15 Steps to help improve your relationship.37:15 Connect like Velcro.49:00 Jed resides with his wife Jenny, four daughters, and two foster-daughters in Minnesota. In his free time, he enjoys reading, running marathons, barbequing, and doing life with his incredible family.

With many of us working from home and spending most of our time with family, I encourage you to reach out with thoughts or questions. Thanks!

Roxanne

Links:

Jed’s website: http://www.coffeeshopconversations.com/
Jed’s courses: https://www.coach.me/jed?ref=A9rQL
Jed’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jed-Jurchenko

Roxanne’s LinkedIn profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannederhodge/
Roxanne’s email: [email protected]
Chat with Roxanne: https://roxannederhodge.com/chat/
Roxanne’s previous podcasts: https://roxannederhodge.com/blog/

(0:00) Introduction to the episode and guest, Jed Jurchenko
(5:31) Exploration of psychology, faith, and their role in relationships
(10:50) Practical and emotional aspects of relationships
(17:15) Balance of dependence and expressing needs in relationships
(24:58) Implementation and impact of connection habits in everyday life
(31:27) Dealing with unresolved issues and stress in relationships
(37:29) Power of courageous reach-outs and humor in relationships
(42:19) Managing stress and maintaining connection during increased home-bound times
(46:17) Conscious decision making and teaching children about relationships
(50:17) Introduction to Jed's resources and closing encouragement for listeners
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