Ugh, apologies are messy...so let's clean 'em up
REALationship
In this extra-honest episode, Matt and Maria dip into the complex world of apologies and forgiveness within the realm of personal relationships - specifically marriage - and just how dang messy it really can be. With a mix of humor, heartfelt stories, and insightful discussions, they delve into the subtle art of apologizing — uncovering the layers of apology languages, the impact of apologies on relationship satisfaction, and the transformative power of understanding and adapting to your partner’s emotional needs. Matt and Maria navigate the complex dynamics that apologies introduce into...
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Yikes, your fruit is showing...
REALationship
Summary In this episode, Matt and Maria dig into the importance of and difference between growth and change in a relationship. They emphasize the need for submission and selflessness (oooof those words scare ya don't they?!), as well as aligning individual purposes with the purpose of the relationship. They also explore the difference between optimization and high performance in a culture that idolizes high performers. If you want to actually GROW through this current season of your relationship and not just act like it, this episode is the one for you. Takeaways Growth and...
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Review Your Year & Launch Forward...together!
REALationship
Today we are digging into one of our favorite things to do each year...review the year and launch forward! Matt and I have a DIY retreat you and your spouse can do together and customize to meet the crazy schedules you have - whether you have 1 hour or 2 whole days! This episode is a DO NOT MISS. You'll be using this tool for years to come - and using it as a launch pad for your family's vision each and every year.
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Balancing "Freedom" in Marriage & Life
REALationship
Freedom. We all have it to some degree, especially right now with our work-from-home schedules. But does it really make us free? And how does our spouse view that "freedom"? Do we feel like our significant other takes advantage of the freedom in our schedule? We unpack all these questions and MORE in today's spicy episode ;)
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Makin' the Most of the Morning
REALationship
We weren't always morning people - but now mornings are our favorite time of the day around the Granados house. We believe in setting INTENTIONAL systems in your morning that will drive your day...and we believe in supporting our spouse as he/she does the same. The kicker? It's not always easy...or ideal. But here's how we make the most of our mornings to set our relationships...and our lives up for success.
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Livin' By Our Vows? - How to take action today!
REALationship
Could you recite your vows to your husband or wife today? Do you even remember what you said, let's be honest - ha. I wrote my dang vows and forget them OFTEN. Today, Matt and I break down what it would look like if we actually lived by the words we spoke on our wedding day AND how to take baby steps today to make big changes for our marriage. Let's dig innnnnnto it!
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#RelationshipGoals
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Achieving goals on our own is enjoyable but doing it with someone else makes a relationship strong. This is not as easy as it sounds! So, today we break down why it matters to "go on the trip" with your spouse as he/she achieves his/her goals - and what role you should play in that car ride ;) Let's dig in!
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Why Couples Trips Matter in Your Marriage
REALationship
Couples Retreat scared us all little bit when it comes to vacations with other married friends, ha. But, today we want to challenge you to think a little different about what it means to take a trip with your favorite couples...and why it might be one of the best things you can do for your marriage. And, we discuss how to do it on any budget and within any time constraint. Let's dive in!
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Breaking Down Emotional Masks Part II
REALationship
Welp, that experiment was a failure! ha! But we learned some HUGE lessons in communication and emotional processing this week that rocked our minds and will literally change our lives and relationship. So, are you up to unpack this little experiment with us? Here's part 2!
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Breaking Down Emotional Masks - Part 1
REALationship
We learned a little bit from watching the new Scoob with our kids last week - we may all at some point or other be just like those "bad guys" and cover up what's really going on with ourselves. On today's episode, we break down the masks that we wear to hide the underlying emotions we try to avoid - whether aware or unaware. This one is just the beginning of a BIG conversation between the two of us...let's dive in.
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