In this episode, I talk about the nervous system as our personal infrastructure and explain the Zone of Tolerance. I share how stress and trauma impact our capacity to cope—and simple, practical ways to build safety, resilience, and emotional flexibility in everyday life.

In this episode, I share why I’ve stopped saying, “I know exactly how you feel.” I open up about a personal experience with grief and explain how our unique nervous systems make it impossible to truly know someone else’s emotions. I also offer simple, more compassionate ways to show empathy and support.

When life feels overwhelming, I notice how easy it is to spend energy on things I can’t control. In this episode, I share a simple but powerful shift that helps me focus on what is within my control and create more calm and steadiness, even when life feels like too much.

Feeling unmotivated this winter? I get it. In this episode, I talk about motivation through a nervous-system lens and explain what I call the motivational triad—our brain’s drive to seek pleasure, avoid pain, and keep things easy. Using real-life examples (like winter walks, food choices, and hard conversations), I share simple, practical ways to work with your brain instead of fighting it, so motivation has a better chance to show up. If your get-up-and-go has gone missing, this episode is for you.

In this episode, we explore the powerful clarity that comes from the phrases “I am willing to” and “I am not willing to.” Learn how naming your willingness—and your limits—can reduce resentment, increase honesty, and create more safety and connection in mixed faith relationships.

In this episode, I talk about why being right feels so good—and why it so often creates disconnection. I share a simple (and funny) real-life example, explain what’s really happening in our nervous system when we feel threatened, and offer practical tools to help you slow down, get curious, and choose connection instead. This episode is especially for anyone navigating disagreement in a mixed-faith relationship and wanting more safety, understanding, and closeness without giving up who you are.

We are so excited to tell you all about The Mixed Faith Marriage Institute. In this episode we will tell you what it is, why we started it, what you will find there, and our plans for the future.

Please go check it out!

https://lds-mixed-faith-marriage-institute.thinkific.com/

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In this episode, I share why New Year’s resolutions often fail and a gentler approach that actually works. I talk about comparison, unrealistic goals, and how under-promising with tiny, doable habits can lead to real, lasting change. If you’ve ever felt discouraged or ready to quit, this episode is for you.

In this conversation, Suzette and I open up about the real highs and lows of disagreement in our own mixed faith marriages. We explore why conflict shows up so often, what we see in our coaching work, and how disagreement doesn’t have to mean disconnection. We share practical strategies, personal stories, and simple tools to help you navigate differences with more calm, respect, and love.

Ever notice how easy it is to focus on what’s missing, what went wrong, or how you’re not where you “should” be? This episode explores The Gap and The Gain and how moving out of comparison and into awareness can change how you experience your life—right now, not someday.