Healthy Marriage Is Dope

The idea of therapy can be an overwhelming concept for any relationship. Do both partners have to be onboard? What if one partner isn’t interested? Will this even help? The reality is we don’t have all of the answers, and neither will any therapist. The right therapist will open your eyes to who you are, your character strengths and weaknesses, and guide you into realizations that help you heal, and subsequently become a better person to offer your relationship. The real work is oftentimes individual, and once we set our egos aside to accept that, we can find greater clarity on what a successful relationship requires of us. This process usually isn’t that obvious. At least it wasn’t for us. I’m this conversation with LMFT Nicole Ward, we arrived at a few necessary aha moments that will help dictate some meaningful shot-term relationship goals that will strengthen our marriage. Hopefully, this conversation gives you hope, encouragement, clarity, or simply sparks a conversation that you might otherwise avoided. Let us know via a voice note or any of the social media links below. Be blessed, Fam.

Disclaimer: WE ARE NOT LICENSED THERAPISTS, OR ANY KIND OF THERAPIST FOR THAT MATTER. We are not responsible for the views and opinions of our guests. Furthermore, our views and opinions are presented for consideration and conversation only.

Your happiness is not my responsibility. This is such an honest, but delicate topic. What is the responsibility of one spouse to another when it comes to being happy (or creating a happy environment). This is a very transparent conversation about where we are in our journey, and it definitely revealed that we have much work to do. Can one spouse (or partner) truly be happy knowing that the other is not? Wouldn't one's happiness rub off on the other? If only we had the answers. We'd love to hear your perspective via the voice note link below or by responding to any of the social media posts from the accounts below. Maybe we'll seek some guidance from the Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist that will be  part of the conversation in a couple episodes after this one? Oh...y'all ain't know that we are actually trying to providing meaningful content that most of need? All for free.99. You're welcome! Seriously though, we are passionate about having or pursuing healthy relationships. Life is short, and happiness is fleeting. Please make sure that you communicate your feelings often, tell those whom you love that you love them today. Actually, do it now...then listen to the podcast. We appreciate you!

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Why you should work with your spouse. Or is it, should you work with your spouse? Hmmm... There are many reasons that can support either position. In this episode we discuss what we do and don't enjoy about the process of building our family business. As with any relationship, project, or presentation, communication is key. There are times when our personalities collide, and others when our personalities create a gap in responsibilities that impact the business. The best foundation a couple can lay is in the form of an honest conversation about what each wants the business to accomplish. If the business makes sense after that, add a few reasonable boundaries to keep the business on the right track, and more importantly, out of your bedroom. I mean, if the bedroom is the office, then do what you must. We believe you'll find value in this conversation (and all the others). Let us know how you feel by leaving a review where possible and tagging us in your related conversations on social media. For those that are more private, you can leave a voicemail for us via the link below and indicating that you want it to remain anonymous. We are on track to grow this podcast into the top 100 within the parenting category in 2022, and we appreciate your support along the way. Every listen is appreciated. Be blessed, Fam!

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But, who asked you, though? No really...who asked you?! We've all felt like that at one point after receiving some bit of unsolicited life advice. How did you react? Frustration? Anger? Did you just laugh it off? In this episode we discuss how this can impact relationships (marriage in our case). It seems as if women are more likely to be inundated with unsolicited life advise than men? Do you agree? Everything from 'how to dress to get a man, how to keep your man...and how many kids to have.' THEE NERVE. When it's all said and done, people 'gon people. We'd love to hear your feedback via the comment section (where available) or using the Anchor voicemail link provided below. You might just be featured on a future episode, unless of course, you want your message to remain confidential. We get that and will respect it. We appreciate your support in helping this platform grow. Be blessed, Fam!

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What's good, Fam?! We will be releasing a podcast each Friday. In this week's episode, we review the trauma that our children experienced due to the unfortunate situation at Timberview High School (look it up). We are blessed to have settled in a new neighborhood that afforded our children an opportunity to attend a different school, but they still have friends that were impacted by those unfortunate acts of violence.

The tone does shift to a less heavy topic after unpacking all of that. Entrepreneurship. Did Derek reeeaaallly hear a word from the Lordt?? Grab a snack and press play. Don't forget to get busy in the comments! Be blessed, Fam!

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What's good, Fam?! Here we go again with another conversation that could potentially go left. We've been married for 16+ years and we both agree that there was a window for each of us when we wouldn't have chosen marriage again...or at least with each other. Please believe that the conversation started and ended in a healthy manner. Most importantly, we choose each other today. Are there any relationships in your life that probably wouldn't exist today if they were initiated at a different time or place in your life? Makes one ponder. Grab a beverage and a snack, and tap in with us for an hour or so. We appreciate every second of your time Be blessed, Fam.

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When the big summer road trip goes wrong. In this episode we sit down with Derek's parents to discuss the drama that hijacked our summer family vacation plans. Ultimately, all is well that ends well...right? Join us for a discussion on life problems, perspective, and prayer. Oh, the t-shirts Kisha mentions at the end of the episode are available via the shop link below. Be blessed, Fam!

What's good, Fam?! We're talkin 'Dreams' (how many of us have them?)...seriously tho. We're getting into our feelings about what dreams we have left, and what we're gonna do about them. Sometimes life gets in the way, but we all need to find those quiet moments to reflect on our dreams with childlike belief that they can still come true. Are you walking or working in your purpose? If yes, congrats, and welcome to the minority. If no, what are you gonna do about it? We appreciate you checkin in. Episodes will be dropping regularly. Be blessed, Fam!

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