Relationships Unraveled

Welcome back to another episode of the Relationships Unraveled Podcast! I am discussing the importance of taking responsibility for your choices and setting boundaries in your relationships on today’s episode. I reflect on my own marriage and how I often felt resentful at times and I share how I flipped the script and changed that narrative by setting boundaries. There is a need for taking ownership and reframing your relationship issues by focusing on your own personal choices rather than blaming others. Be truthful with yourself in this. I encourage setting boundaries based on personal needs and values, and consider what you are allowing in your relationships. I hope this episode empowered you to have self-awareness and personal accountability in your relationships and everyday life!

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In this special one-year anniversary episode of the Relationships Unraveled, my husband John and I reflect on our personal growth and pivotal life decisions over the last year. John shares his journey of leaving a 20-year corporate career to start his own faith-based company, The Light Path Company, and the importance of prayer and surrender in making such a leap of faith. We discuss the past year of the podcast and how we support each other’s growth and our excitement on embarking on God-led paths. I hope that you enjoy today’s episode!

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Welcome back to the Relationships Unraveled Podcast! This is a replay of an older episode but one that I still think is so important and powerful.  I was joined by Angel Haynes. Angel is a pastor and fellow graduate student at Wheaton College. We talked about the importance of asking questions and how to navigate this in real-life situations. This episode was a great one if you are wanting to get started on being a great listener and understanding others through the power of asking questions! Tune in and let me know your thoughts!

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES: Episode 15

How can taking responsibility change your life? On today's episode, I share my journey of self-awareness and accountability and how taking responsibility can change your life. I reflect on my own story of taking responsibility and seeking help and how you can apply this to your life. I hope you tune in and gain some insight from today’s episode and I would love to hear your thoughts on it!

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On today’s episode, I am diving into the concept of “defining common language”. Creating a shared language in relationships is crucial to improve communication. It’s important to be precise in the words we choose in different situations, such as when it comes to marriage or parenting to avoid misunderstandings. I suggest that you ask clarifying questions to truly grasp wha the other person means and to be willing to talk about different interpretations. As always, I hope this episode helps improve your relationships and communication!

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How do you handle mistakes and feedback? When someone has let you know that you have “messed up”, how do you handle that? I’m unraveling that with you on today’s episode. I even share a personal story from my own life and how I shifted my approach with validating and actively listening. How we respond to mistakes and feedback is important. I hope this episode encourages you to be open, curious, and empathetic. It can significantly impact your relationships and help you grow in your own personal life.

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I share the concept of "holding the tension" in many areas such as faith, parenting, and relationships. I stress the importance of not gripping beliefs too rigidly by using an analogy of the finger puzzle with the woven material from years ago. The harder you pull, the more tension you put on the finger puzzle and the harder it is to get your fingers out. This is the same in many areas of life. I want to encourage you to use Jesus' example of beautifully holding tension and to practice this approach for freedom, peace, and personal growth in your own life.

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I’m sure you have heard the saying, “Actions speak louder than words”. Well, today I want to chat more about that with you. I want you to reflect on your own behaviors and the authenticity of your intentions in your relationships. I encourage you to take small, genuine steps towards change rather than just talking about it. Be honest with yourself: Are there areas in your life where you're vocal about what you want to change but haven't taken the first step? It could be a habit you want to break, a skill you wish to learn, or a relationship that needs mending. Recognizing these areas are crucial because acknowledgment is the first step towards action. I hope today’s episode helps you. I’d love to hear about it!

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Welcome back to another episode of Relationships Unraveled! Today, I am talking more about the concept of “trying” in personal development, with a strong emphasis on faith in God in achieving this transformation from “trying” to “thriving”. I hope that you will tune in and that this episode sets the tone for the new year. No matter your background, I hope that we can all come together and explore relationships with God, ourselves, and others. My goal is to inspire growth!

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I have my friend Crystal Miller on to share more about hope and resilience in the face of tragedy. Crystal is a survivor of the Columbine High School shooting. She shares the emotional and psychological impacts of this traumatic event and shares more about hope and resilience through faith. She offers information on how to navigate these conversations with our children and the importance of placing our faith in Jesus during tragedy. Crystal’s testimony is impactful and I hope it helps you today!

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