This is all about navigating the relationship dynamic...do I stay or do I go? We cover what keeps people in relationships or marriage they may want to leave, and what are some of the factors that make people actually leave. Listen in for relationship advice and tips on what to do if you find yourself in this position!

Books recommended in this episode: Too Good to Leave, Too Bad to Stay by Mira Kirshenbaum https://bookshop.org/a/56047/9780452275355 When Things Fall Apart by Puma Chodron https://bookshop.org/a/56047/9781611803433

Has pornography been a problem in your relationship? Rachel and Stacey break down the pros and cons of porn in relationships and how to navigate this topic with your partner in a way that increases trust and decreases shame. 

Where to find ethical porn:

• Make Love Not Porn

• Lustery

• JoyBear

• Lightsouthern Cinema

• Pink Label TV

• Sssh.com

• Dipsea (erotic audio/stories) 

• Sunroom 

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This week, Rachel and Stacey are breaking down common relationship phrases that are meant to be helpful to you and your partnership…but need a little explaining out of therapy jargon! Listen in to learn phrases and tools that will ACTUALLY translate into relationship advice!

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E19: How to Repair After A Fight

So you and your partner had a big fight….now what?! This episode is all about repairing after fights. Listen in for communication tips that will help your relationship regain trust, connection and intimacy after big or small arguments. 

Need extra help starting the hard conversations that can lead to repair? Enroll in our FREE masterclass Stop Fighting, Start Talking here: www.decodingcouples.com/webinar-registration

If you are tired of getting shut down or shutting down during conversations with a partner(s)...this episode is for you! Stacey and Rachel identify the most common communication problems and what conflict resolution looks like when it happens! These are marriage tips and relationship advice you don’t want to miss! Download the free PDF we mention in this episode from the link below! 

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Episode 18 Freebie:

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Have you ever been rejected in the bedroom? Do you have shame around intimacy? Then this episode is for you! Stacey & Rachel break down how shame and rejection show up in relationships, how it impacts relationship dynamics and ways to work through shame and rejection in order to improve intimacy!

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You asked, we answered! This episode is dedicated to answering the questions you submitted on IG @decoding_couples ! We cover how to tell if a relationship is compatible or not, how to help a partner with coping skills, what’s the difference between a relationship going through a hard time and an unhealthy relationship, plus many more! 

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If any of these relationship problems are present in your partnership: tit for tat / defensiveness, one foot out the door & contempt…you don’t want to miss this episode. Learn what these look like and why these relationship dynamics destroy partnerships. 

Want to get out of stuck cycles and repair differently? Enroll in our FREE Masterclass Stop Fighting Start Talking:

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Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for mental health services or therapeutic services. The content does not apply to abusive or unsafe relationships. If you are in an abusive or unsafe relationship, please utilize the below resources:

The National Domestic Violence Hotline  1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) www.ndvh.org

National Dating Abuse Helpline  1-866-331-9474 www.loveisrespect.org

National Child Abuse Hotline/Childhelp  1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) www.childhelp.org

National Sexual Assault Hotline  1-800-656-4673 (HOPE) www.rainn.org

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

National Center for Victims of Crime  1-202-467-8700 www.victimsofcrime.org

If you are looking for relationship advice on how to spot and understand red flags, then this episode is for you! Understanding red flags is important for healthy relationships and to stop repeating dating mistakes you’ve made in the past. Listen in for dating tips and relationship advice around red flags!

Take advantage of our Spring Sale for 45% off Relationship Roadmap course with code SPRING45. Valid until 5/8/23 decoding-couples.teachable.com

How do you have a healthy relationship when the roles & responsibilities feel so uneven? Laura Danger sheds jaw dropping light on how the patriarchy sets up men and women to fail in partnerships. This episode explores the root of relationship problems with the mental load and our ability to have conflict resolution with our partners. This week's DC in the DMs has Laura & Stacey in the hot seat, answering questions from the Decoding Couples community on if what they need is, "too much" or just basic partnership requirements.

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