The Evolved Marriage Podcast

This 4 part series is based on John Gottman's four horsemen.

In this throwack episode, we tap into criticism. Why it shows up in a marriage, how it's destructive, and how to remove it from your marriage for good!

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In this throwback episode, Kate and Eric argue about the difference between effecting and efficient, Kate talks about how she initiates , and we share our common communication patterns (you can probably all relate to)

Topics:

➡️ Why being effective doesn't always mean easier

➡️ Playing to your strengths

➡️ Why being understood is more valuable than getting your message across

➡️ How say "yes dear" might do more harm than good

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This week on the Evolved Marriage Podcast, Kate and Eric MacDougall share valuable insights on maintaining a strong, connected relationship.

Topics:

➡️ Approaching and Resolving Conflicts: They discuss the importance of understanding and acknowledging the impact of one's actions on their partner, fostering open communication.

➡️ Supporting Each Other Emotionally: The conversation highlights the significance of being supportive and understanding towards a partner's emotional state, creating a safe space for expression.

➡️ Building Trust Through Consistency: Emphasizing the need for clear, specific commitments and actions to strengthen trust in the relationship.

➡️ Validating Partner's Experiences: They stress the importance of making a partner feel seen, heard, and understood, ensuring a supportive and empathetic environment.

Join Kate and Eric for practical advice on nurturing a loving and empathetic relationship.

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This week on the Evolved Marriage Podcast, join Kate and Eric as they delve into the profound journey of healing past traumas and building a stronger, more intimate connection in marriage.

Topics:

➡️ Embracing Past Traumas: Learn the transformative power of acknowledging and discussing past hurts to improve your marriage.

➡️ Vulnerability in Healing: Discover how opening up about deep-seated pains can lead to significant healing and deeper intimacy.

➡️ Facilitating Healing Conversations: Understand the importance of creating a safe space for your partner to express their trauma and pain.

➡️ Dealing with the Weight of the Past: Insights into how past experiences like infidelity or absence affect long-term relationships and strategies for healing.

➡️ Three Steps to Relationship Healing: A discussion on the critical steps for healing in a relationship: creating conversation space, understanding past needs, and addressing current triggers.

➡️ Supporting Your Partner: Learn the importance of validation and empathy in supporting your partner through their healing journey.

Tune in for a compelling episode that offers valuable insights into emotional healing and intimacy in marriage.

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This week on the Evolved Marriage Podcast, Kate and Eric discuss Sexual Connection and Communication.

Topics:

➡️Exploring how personal beliefs and attitudes impact sexual dynamics in relationships.

➡️ The importance of open communication in expressing sexual needs and desires.

➡️ Insights into the complexities of initiating sexual experiences in a partnership.

➡️Emphasizing as an intimate, connecting experience, not an obligation.

➡️ Strategies for managing periods of low sexual activity and stress.

➡️ Tips for fostering consistent sexual energy and connection. Kate and Eric combine practical advice with personal experiences, guiding listeners through essential aspects of a healthy sexual relationship.

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This week, Kate and Eric delve into the concept of Grieving as a Growth Strategy.

Topics:

➡️ The significance of grieving in personal growth and relationship evolution.

➡️ Why it's essential to let go of the past in order to embrace the present and future.

➡️ Embracing change and transformation in your relationship journey.

➡️ Recognizing the beauty in experiencing new firsts as a couple.

➡️ Shifting the perspective on grieving from a negative to a positive and transformative process.

Tune in to gain insights on how grieving can be a powerful tool for personal and relational development, and how it can help you evolve in your marriage.

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This week on the Evolved Marriage Podcast, Eric and Kate explore emotional labor in marriage.

Topics:

➡️ Managing Emotional Workload: Strategies for a balanced emotional ecosystem.

➡️ Healthy Dynamics: Avoiding the roles of emotional crutch or outlet.

➡️ Breaking Patterns: Changing generational cycles and fostering mutual support.

➡️ Communication and Validation: Key techniques for understanding and supporting each other.

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This week on the Evolved Marriage Podcast, Kate and Eric discuss the "Cheat Code" for daily connection:

Topics:

➡️ Calendarize Your Connection: Make time for family in your schedule.

➡️ Lead with Love: Initiate and plan for meaningful interactions.

➡️ Small Steps, Big Rewards: Simple routines can deepen bonds.

Tune in for strategies to strengthen your connection.

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This week Eric and Kate share their thoughts on relationships beyond their own.

Topics:

➡️ The importance of being in a healthy relational environment

➡️ Focus on doesn't mean Cutting out.

➡️ Why being a lone wolf puts unhealthy pressure on your marriage.

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On this episode of the Evolved Marriage Podcast, Kate and Eric share a simple formula to Master communication around challenging topics.

Topics:

➡️ The two roles you take during challenging conversations.

➡️ Take responsibility for your message in 3 steps.

➡️ Opening yourself up to understanding your partner.

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