Joyful Love

Today 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/

In this episode of Joyful Love, I sit down with Master Parenting Coach and author of "Less Drama More Mama," Pam Howard. Together, we delve into practical strategies for having a more calm, cool, and connected experience with motherhood.

One of the key topics we explore is the all-too-relatable issue of yelling at our kids. Pam offers invaluable guidance on how to break free from this cycle.

And what about when you don't agree with your partner? Pam helps us understand how to view our relationship as a team, even if we're not on the same page.

Whether you're a seasoned parent or just embarking on this journey, this episode offers invaluable insights for fostering a nurturing relationship with your children ... without hindering your relationship with your spouse!

Tune in to episode 106 as Pam helps us create less drama and more meaningful connections in our families.

Find out more information at https://rachaelcunningham.com/category/podcast/

In this episode of Joyful Love, Cris joins me as we discuss the meaning of LOVE. After 27 years, our definition of love has changed a little. Or maybe a lot.

One thing we agree on is that the more we care for ourselves, the easier it is to love each other. But how do we do that when life is so hard? How do we actively love ourselves in thought and action so that loving others is easier?

Is it possible to love someone else when you neglect and criticize yourself? Tune in to hear this important discussion and find out.

What you'll learn:

* What Love means to a married couple of 27 years
* How we see ourselves matters
* Why being aware of your thinking matters in relationships
* How Nature helps us to be present with our own worthiness and beauty

For full show notes and transcript, go to https://rachaelcunningham.com/category/podcast/

In this episode of Joyful Love, I share with you how I'm choosing to embrace Perimenopause and listen to my own needs right now.

During my 4-month hiatus, I've had so many benefits of hitting the "pause" button on a few things in life.

Slowing down has helped me prevent burnout, make clearer decisions, and deepen my relationships. But it also gave me a little surprise that I'll tell you about in this episode ... a welcome surprise!

Tune in to hear how I'm approaching my own midlife awakening, what I've created along the way, and how you can join me in what's to come!

Listen to the end to hear all about the Have A Better Marriage By Friday Challenge coming up and how to register!


For full show notes and transcript, go to: https://rachaelcunningham.com/podcast/ep_104/

In this episode, we dive deeper into the concept of planned rests and intentional breaks, exploring how they act as crucial periods of healing and growth. Drawing inspiration from nature's cyclical rhythms, we examine the necessity for rest in our lives, especially amidst our busy routines in womanhood, motherhood, career pursuits, and relationships.

Episode Insight:

• Understanding the significance of planned rests as essential for healing and growth.
• Exploring the parallels between nature's seasonal rest and our own need for rejuvenation.
• Overcoming societal pressures and patriarchal ideologies about constant productivity to embrace the transformative power of intentional breaks.

What You'll Learn:

• How planned rests contribute to increased energy, creativity, and peace.
• Identifying areas in your life that would benefit from a break and how to approach this transition.
• The art of trusting yourself in taking a break and its positive impact on personal and relational well-being.
• How embracing rest serves as a catalyst for personal growth and the cultivation of joyful living.

Listen now to discover just how productive rest can be - for your life and relationship.

To learn more and take a free class on better connection, go to rachaelcunningham.com

For more info and to join Stoked: The Marriage Mastermind For Women, go to : https://www.stokedmarriage.com/smm-01

As the holiday season approaches, the desire to create lasting memories for our families often clashes with the need for personal rest and relaxation. In this episode, we explore how to strike a balance between nurturing our own well-being and ensuring joyful experiences for loved ones.

What you'll learn:

1. Striking a Balance: Learn how to harmonize personal rest with family holiday activities without reaching the breaking point.

2. Client Stories: Here a few real-life examples of clients who managed to honor their need for rest while creating memorable moments for their families.

3. Preventing Overwhelm: Practical steps to avoid overwhelming situations during the Holiday season and what self-respect has to do with it.

4. The Power of Emotions: Embrace both positive and challenging emotions to create space for joy and peace during the holidays.

Get ahead of the game this season! A peaceful, joyful, and connected Holiday begins with This episode, a pen, and a piece of paper!

Grab your pen and paper and listen on!

For more information, check out https://www.rachaelcunningham.com/

In this episode of "Joyful Love," I tell you exactly how to deal with a defensive partner.

We've all been there, attempting to address issues or seek improvements in our relationships, only to have our partners become defensive. This episode explores why this happens and provides practical strategies to foster a deeper connection and open communication with your spouse.

You'll hear how my client, Sarah had success in helping her husband feel comfortable in conversations about making change. And I'll tell you the five tools she adopted to help her do so.

You'll learn how to create understanding, validate emotions, and work collaboratively to resolve issues, ultimately leading to a more harmonious and supportive partnership.

Here's what you'll learn:

1. Discover the root causes of partner defensiveness, including fear, insecurity, and past experiences.

2. Gain insights from a client's success story in transforming a defensive dynamic into a more peaceful and connected relationship.

3. Learn the five essential steps to effectively respond to your partner's defensiveness, including active listening, validation, perspective exploration, and collaboration.

4. Understand that improving your relationship goes beyond surface-level issues; it's about building confidence in yourself to navigate and manage both solvable and unsolvable problems in your partnership.

Tune in to "Joyful Love" and equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to foster healthier, more satisfying relationships.

For full show notes, visithttps://www.rachaelcunningham.com/

Can you believe it? The Joyful Love Podcast has hit 100 episodes of inspiration, stories, and relationship wisdom!

To celebrate this journey, I've got something special in store for you.

In this episode, I'll share my most embarrassing moment as an entrepreneur yet! And then I get to what you really want to know about - the newest, most accessible way to work with me yet - the brand-new membership program!

This membership is going to be your opportunity to get all the coaching and support you need to create a marriage and life you're stoked to be in!

Tune in to hear the details and how you can be a Founding Member!

For more information, go to https://www.rachaelcunningham.com/

Resentment normally turns to anger and disconnection in a marriage. But what if we could flip the script and use this feeling FOR our connection instead?

In today’s episode, "How To Turn Resentment Into Emotional Connection," you'll discover practical strategies for transforming feelings of resentment into emotional intimacy.

What You'll Learn:

• The nature of resentment and how it can silently affect your relationships.

• The importance of recognizing and acknowledging resentment to regain personal power.

• Why expecting a perfect 50/50 balance in relationships can lead to more stress.

• Three key questions to ask yourself when you feel resentment, including how to communicate your needs to your partner.

• How expressing gratitude and appreciation can be an antidote to resentment

• The importance of self-awareness in resolving resentment and building emotional intimacy.

Don't miss this episode if you want to learn how to turn resentment into an opportunity for growth, connection, and a thriving marriage

For more information and show notes, go to https://www.rachaelcunningham.com/

If you ignore or avoid your emotions ... eventually you'll POP! I've been there and I'm sure you have too.

So today, I'm showing you exactly what to do with your triggers and emotions.

You know how sometimes we get so busy with our daily lives that we forget to pay attention to how we feel inside?

When we barrel through our emotions and try to avoid them, we do ourselves no favors. And when we feel triggered, we think something is so wrong that we feel paralyzed and stuck in that feeling.

This happens becasue we don't know how to process our feelings.

In this episode, I show you how to fully process your emotions, even the not-so-fun ones, and how doing this can actually make us wiser, more decisive, and have more joy and peace in life.

You'll learn how to stop avoiding your feelings and start tapping into the wisdom of your body.

If you want to stop ignoring your emotions, listen on!

For more information and full show notes, and a free class on better connection, head to https://www.rachaelcunningham.com/