Podcast
Joyful Love
Hosted by Rachael Cunningham · EN
Do you love your partner and want to stay married, but you know it could be better? Do you find yourself feeling annoyed and irritated?
Is your communication and intimacy dwindling? Are you just too tired and exhausted to work on your relationship anymore?
If so, you need an easier way to stop the frustration and exhaustion.
It's possible to create more joy and connection in your marriage again, but it starts with you. It starts with you seeing your own worth and value. When you learn to give yourself what you truly need, giving love to others becomes easier.
In Joyful Love, Rachael gives you the tools to simplify love. She'll help you drop criticism, stop people-pleasing, create true connection, and bring back fun and passion to your marriage again.
Visit https://www.rachaelcunningham.com to learn more.
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Ep 116: Act As If: A Transformative Marriage Experiment From Susan Page
Oct 15, 202400:17:19Tap to summarizeDo you ever wish your relationship felt more connected, more joyful, or more intimate? In this episode, I'm sharing a powerful mindset shift that can help you make those changes—"Acting As If." This concept, from Susan Page's book Why Talking Is Not Enough, teaches you how to act as if the changes you want in your relationship are already happening, even if things aren't perfect yet. This simple, yet profound approach can help you heal and grow your relationship, improve communication, and deepen your connection with your partner. In this episode, you'll learn: How to use "Acting As If" to inspire positive change in your relationship. Why seeing your relationship as a spiritual growth opportunity is a game-changer. How small mindset shifts can lead to big transformations in your marriage. Ready to start making these shifts? Listen now, and give this experiment a try in your own relationship! *** If you love this podcast, subscribe and leave a review to share the love and help others know about it too! For full show notes, go to www.rachaelcunningham.com
Transcribe →Ep: 115 How To Ask For What You Want Without Ending In A Fight
Sep 10, 202400:23:04Tap to summarizeEver feel like you just need a moment to yourself but aren't sure how to bring it up? Or what else do you want in your marriage, but aren't getting? In this episode, I'm showing you - through real life examples - how asking for and getting what you want in your marriage is easier than it seems. I tell you exactly how to communicate your needs without guilt or frustration. In fact, you'll strengthen your relationship in the process! What You'll Learn From This Episode: How to clearly and calmly ask for what you need from your partner. Tips for framing your requests in a way that avoids conflict and builds understanding. The power of being upfront about your self-care needs and how it benefits both you and your relationship. Real-life examples of effective ways to ask for time to recharge and get what you want. If you're ready to start asking for what you want and need, this episode is your go-to guide! Action Items After You Listen: Try out the methods I share and see how they change your conversations at home. Got a story to tell me or a question? Email me at hello@rachaelcunningham.com. Enjoying the podcast? Leave a review and help others find us too! For full show notes and more about working with me, head to https://rachaelcunningham.com/.
Transcribe →Ep 114: Fight Right: Staying Connected Before Things Are Resolved, With Raquel Reis
Aug 27, 202400:50:49Tap to summarizeAre you struggling to stay connected with your partner amidst ongoing conflicts? Do you feel like unresolved issues are driving a wedge between you and your spouse? In this insightful episode, I sit down with Relationship Coach Raquel Reis to discuss how to maintain a strong bond even when disagreements are left unresolved. We dive deep into effective communication strategies and explore powerful insights from the book Fight Right by John and Julia Gottman. What You'll Learn From This Episode: How to maintain connection with your partner during conflicts. Effective communication techniques for resolving disagreements. Key takeaways from Fight Right by John and Julia Gottman. The importance of having fun together. Practical tips for fostering a healthy and resilient relationship. If you're tired of feeling distant from your spouse and ready to reignite the connection, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in now to transform your relationship and discover the secret sauce to staying connected, no matter what challenges come your way! Find full show notes and how to work with Raquel at rachaelcunningham.com.
Transcribe →Ep 113: Navigating Burnout and Rediscovering Joy
Aug 13, 202400:11:37Tap to summarizeEver wonder what a coach talks about with her coach? You're in for a treat. In this episode of Joyful Love, I'm diving into a topic that affects many of us—burnout and how to rediscover joy in our lives. I'm working on these things with another coach friend and I knew I wanted to share it with you. What You'll Learn in This Episode: A Peek into My personal coaching Understanding Burnout: How to recognize and address burnout, even when you're passionate about your goals. Learn about anhedonia, the inability to feel joy, and how it can impact your life. Discover simple yet effective ways to combat anhedonia and rediscover joy and pleasure in your daily life. When it's okay to re-evaluate what you need. Join me as I explore these topics and share my personal journey of navigating midlife challenges and finding balance. It's a candid and heartfelt episode that I'm honored to share. For full show notes, go to rachaelcunningham.com
Transcribe →Ep 112: Handling Detrimental Thoughts
Jul 19, 202400:24:56Tap to summarizeIn today's episode of Joyful Love, I'm diving into a question from one of my clients that I think many of us can relate to. Her question was: "How do I handle detrimental thoughts?" I know this is a topic that hits home for many of us, and it certainly does for me. So let's explore some practical ways to take control of your mind when intrusive thoughts start creating anxiety. In this episode, you'll learn: 5 steps to take back control of your mind when detrimental thoughts create anxiety. How to calm your nervous system to find a sense of peace. When to embrace logic and take action to counteract those thoughts. How gratitude can help soothe your overactive, worrying brain. Stick around to discover strategies that can help you manage and reduce those pesky thoughts. Let's get started!
Transcribe →Ep 111: Perimenopause and Parenting With Carla Atkinson
Jun 28, 202400:56:18Tap to summarizeIn today's episode of Joyful Love, I talk with Dr. Carla Atkinson about perimenopause. There's a lot of discussion about this time of life for women right now ... and it's about time! We live in an era of awakening around women's health, and we are lucky to have providers like Dr. Carla who stay up to date with the latest and best care for their clients. However, there are still many providers who don't know how to help women with midlife shifts. This is why we must learn to take charge of our own health and understand our bodies well enough to ask for the care we deserve. If you're a mother still raising children, you may need extra support to navigate your self-care while parenting! Dr. Carla Atkinson addresses this as well. Tune into episode 111 to learn more and be inspired to view this time of life with grace and strength! What You'll Learn From This Episode: Symptoms of perimenopause Where to begin if you're noticing changes What to ask your doctor if you're near 40 or above How to navigate perimenopause and mothering Why this is a beautiful, powerful time of life! Listen now! For more information go to https://rachaelcunningham.com/
Transcribe →Ep 110: Stop Over-Drinking With Coach Patrick Fox
Jun 7, 202400:52:11Tap to summarizeWe're tackling the problem of overdrinking In today's episode with Patrick Fox. Patrick helps men who want to stop drinking and is the host of the Alcohol Rethink Podcast. Alcohol can have damaging affects on relationships. I've seen it too many times to count. But there is hope! Patrick shares his own story about drinking and how he changed his life. He gives tips on how to talk to our partners about their drinking, how we can help them, and we can help ourselves. In this episode, you will learn: How drinking too much can hurt our relationships. The importance of learning why people drink too much. Why letting go of shame is at the root of healing. How drinking can affect parenting. Tips for talking to your partner about their drinking. Listen now! And share with a friend who might have a spouse struggling with over - drinking. She will thank you! For more information, show notes, and links to Patrick's information, visit https://rachaelcunningham.com/
Transcribe →Ep 109: Communicate Better: How To Respond Instead Of React
May 24, 202400:21:04Tap to summarizeHave you ever snapped at your partner after they said something, only to regret it later? Maybe you wondered, "Why did I react so quickly? Where did THAT come from?" In this episode, we delve into the powerful difference between reacting and responding. You'll learn how to understand your emotions and transform your interactions with your partner by choosing conscious, intentional responses. What You'll Learn: The difference between a reaction and a response, and why it matters. Practical steps to train your brain to pause and respond thoughtfully. Techniques to build confidence and compassion as you navigate emotional triggers. Tune in now to empower yourself with the tools to show up as your best self in every situation. To join The Stoked Marriage for Women Only, go to stokedmarriage.com For more information, go to rachaelcunningham.com
Transcribe →Ep 108: I know you love me, but do you like me?
May 7, 202400:14:41Tap to summarizeHave you ever wondered if your partner even likes you anymore? You know you love each other deep down, but has the fondness, laughter, and enjoyment of each other left the building? When we have a culture of criticism and irritation in our homes, it can feel as if you don't even like each other. You can change that culture though. Listen to this episode to learn: Why feeling liked is sometimes better than being loved How one person can lead the way to creating more "Likability" in the relationship How we influence each other in the relationship How the amount you like yourself affects how you feel about your partner Tune in now to bring back a little "LIKE" in your relationship! Get the full episode notes here: https://rachaelcunningham.com/category/podcast/
Transcribe →Ep 107: When Divorce Is An Option, with Coach Corrie Woods
Apr 24, 202400:47:47Tap to summarizeToday in episode 107, I'm talking with Divorce coach, Corrie Woods. In this insightful conversation, Corrie shares her personal journey through divorce, offering valuable wisdom and practical advice for anyone facing a similar situation. From managing the emotional rollercoaster of making that decision, to co-parenting with grace, Corrie's experience offers hope for those who might need to complete their relationships. We delve into the common challenges women experience as they struggle to find the right answers for themselves. Corrie sheds light on the importance of personal growth before, during and after that decision. Furthermore, Corrie offers invaluable insights into the often-overlooked aspect of post-divorce healing and growth. She emphasizes the transformative power of self-reflection, forgiveness, and embracing self-trust as essential steps toward reclaiming and rediscovering your identity outside of marriage. We address the common questions of, "Will the kids be okay?" and "How will we pay the bills?" If you are navigating this tough decision, tune in to discover Corrie's invaluable insights and discover the path toward healing, empowerment, and renewed hope. Get the full episode notes and find Corrie's Information at https://rachaelcunningham.com/category/podcast/
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