223: Navigating Conflict: 5 Stages of Adult Development in Marriage and Relationships
Release Date: 11/04/2024
226: 3 Ways to Lighten Your Mental Load: Navigating Marriage Challenges with Grace
What to Say & How to Say It
Welcome to What to Say and How to Stay, the podcast dedicated to helping Christian married men and women navigate conflict and build connection for a thriving marriage. 🎙️ In today’s episode, Shy Lewis and Nina Roesner tackle the topic of mental load. From the unspoken expectations in modern marriages to understanding the biological and emotional differences between men and women, we explore how to manage responsibilities and reduce stress in your relationship. 👉 Free Resources: Free Marriage Assessment 💬 Let us know in the comments: How do you manage the mental load in your...
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225: 3 Ways Vulnerability Can Transform Hard Conversations
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In this episode, we're diving into 3 powerful ways to make vulnerability your superpower in challenging conversations. 💬✨ Discover how: Vulnerability fosters trust and deeper connections. Naming your feelings disarms fear and empowers clarity. Embracing God’s truth transforms your heart and relationships. Plus, learn why vulnerability is not a weakness but a confidence-builder in disguise! 🛑 Don’t miss this! Also, grab our FREE resources: 👉 5 Tools to Stop Walking on Eggshells 👉 Marriage Assessment at greaterimpactwives.org Let’s journey together toward healing and...
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224: How to Handle Entitlement in Relationships
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In this episode of What to Say and How to Say It, Nina Roesner and Kyle Hargrove dive into a challenging but essential topic: dealing with entitlement. We’re exploring what entitlement looks like in adult relationships, how it affects connections, and how to navigate these interactions effectively. Are you in a relationship with someone who acts like the world owes them? Or maybe you're finding entitlement tendencies closer than you’d like? Let’s talk about what causes entitlement and why it’s so common today, from low standards in culture to self-focused attitudes. We'll discuss...
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223: Navigating Conflict: 5 Stages of Adult Development in Marriage and Relationships
What to Say & How to Say It
In this episode of What to Say & How to Say It, hosts Shy Lewis and Nina Roesner delve into the fascinating topic of adult development and how it impacts your relationships, especially marriage. Just back from an inspiring Strength and Dignity Conference, they’re sharing insights from Dr. Robert Keegan’s Constructive Development Theory (CDT) to help you better understand yourself, your spouse, and how maturity affects relationship dynamics. Do you ever wonder why conflicts keep surfacing in your marriage? Or feel like you and your partner are on different pages in handling challenges?...
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222: 3 Ways to Stop Being a Victim - Empower Your Relationships!
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Tired of feeling stuck in difficult situations or relationships? In this episode of What to Say & How to Say It, we dive into three powerful ways to overcome a victim mindset and step into a more empowered life! Join us as we explore how taking personal accountability, setting healthy boundaries, and embracing assertiveness can transform your relationships and overall well-being. Nina Roesner and Kyle Hargrove shares invaluable insights on reclaiming your life from victimhood and moving towards a future filled with confidence and joy. Tune in for practical steps, heartfelt advice, and...
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221: What You're Not Saying Could Be Blowing up Your Marriage
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In this episode of What to Say and How to Say It, we dive deep into the impact of unspoken thoughts and hidden feelings on relationships. Licensed professional counselor Kyle Hargrove joins us to unpack why staying silent can cause resentment, misunderstandings, and even damage to the connection with your partner. Discover how fear, vulnerability, and people-pleasing tendencies often keep us from expressing our true selves—and why sharing openly can be a game-changer for intimacy and trust. Don't let fear hold you back from a stronger relationship! Get our free guide: Find...
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220: How to Navigate Boundaries in Healthy and Unhealthy Relationships
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Welcome to today’s episode of What to Say & How to Say It, the podcast designed to help you build a thriving marriage by navigating conflict and strengthening connections. Listen to Shy Lewis with Nina Roesner as they dive into a crucial topic: what to say when boundaries collide. Even in the healthiest relationships, boundaries can clash, causing misunderstandings and frustrations. We’ll explore how to handle these situations, discuss the dynamics in both healthy and unhealthy relationships, and offer practical tips for finding win-win solutions when you and your partner seem to be on...
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219: 3 Ways to Alleviate Competition in Marriage and Get on the Same Team
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In this episode of What to Say & How to Say It, hosts Shy Lewis and Nina Roesner dive into a powerful conversation on how competition in marriage can either bring couples closer or drive them apart. Inspired by a story from the Paralympics, we discuss 3 practical ways to navigate competitive tendencies and build a unified team in your marriage. We also talk about healthy competition, dealing with insecurities, and how to celebrate each other’s wins. Don't miss this insightful episode packed with biblical wisdom and real-life stories to help you create a thriving, Christ-centered...
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218: 4 Ways to Build Confidence in Tough Situations
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Welcome to What to Say & How to Say It, the podcast designed to help Christian married men and women navigate conflict and build lasting connection in their marriages. In this episode, hosts Shy Lewis and Nina Roesner discuss three powerful ways to build confidence in tough situations, from what the world says to what God says, and how it all ties into relationships. They share personal insights on faith, confidence, and practical tools you can use to thrive in your marriage. Don’t forget to visit our website for free resources and marriage tools! FREE Resources: 🌟 Download our FREE...
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217: Are You Willing to Fix Your Marriage?
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In this episode of What Toes Say and How to Say It, we tackle a crucial question: Are you truly willing to do the work to fix your marriage? Join us as we dive deep into the difference between wanting and being willing, featuring expert insights from licensed professional counselor Kyle Hargrove. Discover the steps you can take to restore your relationship, the importance of communication, and why showing up isn't enough without intentional action. Get ready to stop complaining and start making real change in your marriage. Don't miss out! 🌟 Get our free guide:...
info_outlineIn this episode of What to Say & How to Say It, hosts Shy Lewis and Nina Roesner delve into the fascinating topic of adult development and how it impacts your relationships, especially marriage. Just back from an inspiring Strength and Dignity Conference, they’re sharing insights from Dr. Robert Keegan’s Constructive Development Theory (CDT) to help you better understand yourself, your spouse, and how maturity affects relationship dynamics.
Do you ever wonder why conflicts keep surfacing in your marriage? Or feel like you and your partner are on different pages in handling challenges? This episode explores the stages of adult development, from the egocentric self to the socially aware self, and how these stages influence our behaviors, expectations, and emotional responses in relationships.
Plus, download our free PDF, “5 Tools for How to Stop Walking on Eggshells,” at greaterimpactwives.org to start transforming your interactions today. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your connection, manage conflict better, or deepen your self-awareness, this conversation will provide essential tools to foster a more understanding, compassionate, and mature marriage.
Tune in, reflect, and take your first steps toward a more connected and thriving relationship.