In this special birthday episode, I share personal strategies that have helped me sustain the spark in my marriage. Here's a breakdown of the five tricks that we explore in this episode: 1. Think Positive Thoughts: Start your day on a positive note. It sets the tone for the rest of your day and impacts how you interact with your spouse. 2. Focus on Your Resp ... Show More
Apr 28
How To Deal With Your Stuff So Your Kids Don’t Have To with Eli Harwood
In this week's episode with my friend, Eli Harwood, we talk about how our unhealed wounds show up in parenting and how healing can change what our kids inherit. We share stories, practical repair language, and why self-compassion and community support matter more than getting eve ... Show More
28m 45s
Apr 21
You Can Be Right Or You Can Hold Hands
In this week's episode, I name the messy middle of a relationship reset and explain why falling into an old fight can be evidence of growth instead of failure. I'm sharing a simple three-step framework to help us respond differently, protect connection, and build a stronger coupl ... Show More
10m 21s
Apr 14
You Are Not Broken, You Are Stuck In A Pattern
Today, I'm responding to a listener who’s doing the work to reconnect but still feels a lingering disconnect with his partner. I show how protective patterns keep couples stuck, then share a simple three-step way to interrupt the loop and get back to real closeness. • why a relat ... Show More
13m 8s
Feb 2025
My Unfiltered Opinions on Dating + Relationship Advice for Women
<p>Mary shares her candid thoughts on modern dating, relationships, marriage and how to approach romantic love with self-love. From the age-old debate about who should pay for the first date to the importance of embodying the qualities you seek in a partner, this episode is fille ... Show More
37m 25s
Aug 2024
011 - Get Clear on the Power of Appreciation
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we delve deep into the transformative power of appreciation. Often overlooked, the simple act of appreciating what we have, who we are, and the people around us can unlock new levels of clarity in life. In this episode, Najwa and Stephan explore h ... Show More
49m 20s
Jun 2025
Tiny Fixes for a Tired Life: 7 Habits That Make Your Life Better
<p>In today’s episode, you’ll get the positive boost you’ve been needing for a long time. </p><p>Mel is teaching you how to upgrade your energy, mood, and mindset with 7 tiny changes you can make in your life today. </p><p>Right now, life feels like it is speeding by; there is so ... Show More
1h 3m
Sep 2025
10 Lessons From 10 Years of Marriage: The Highs, Lows, and What No One Prepares You For: Episode 413
This week marks our 10-year wedding anniversary and if we're being honest, the months leading up to it weren't easy. Research even shows that around the 10-year mark, couples hit peak dissatisfaction. But here's the truth: challenges don't mean your marriage is broken. They're in ... Show More
1h 15m
Nov 2024
How to Fall in Love With Life Again
Have you ever felt disconnected from the joy and wonder of life, wondering how to reignite your passion and purpose? In this heartfelt episode, Brendon Burchard shares his powerful story to help you fall in love with life again, even if you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unins ... Show More
18m 29s