Keep Talking Revolution

Every woman from every walk of life understands the burden of invisible labor. 

Laura Mickler, a mindset coach and yoga studio owner, joins us on the podcast for an insightful conversation about how to understand and share the burden of the mental load with your partner and family members. 

We discuss:

• The concept of invisible labor
• Why it can be so difficult to share the load
• Practical tips and strategies for discussing and balancing home responsibilities
• How to empower family members to notice and take action

Follow Laura and learn more about her work at https://www.instagram.com/lauratakesabreath

Get the full show notes and links to the resources mentioned at https://respectedandconnected.com/podcast/b/ep-115

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Dr. Marsha Martin, a spiritual empowerment counselor and best-selling author, discusses the importance of healing one's relationship with themselves.

We discuss:

• Acceptance and self love as the foundation for personal growth
• Taking responsibility to shift from blame to personal transformation
• The role of tools and resources in self-transformation
• Embracing imprefections to move past the fear of failure and experience more growth
• Cultivating self-love in difficult relationships and how self-love helps you navigate conflict

Learn more about Dr. Marcia Martin and her work at www.mmhearthealer.com

Get the full show notes and links to the resources mentioned at https://respectedandconnected.com/podcast/b/ep-114

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Sign up for the Respected & Connected women's retreat on April 13th at https://www.respectedandconnected.com/retreat

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Are you listening? Really Listening?

Laura Janusik, a trainer, coach, consultant, speaker, and researcher talks about the importance of listening in communication.

We discuss:

• How our listening habits shape our interactions
• The importance of quality listening and it's impact on the quality of our communication
• The concept of "listening intelligence" and how to improve your ability to listen well
• The four types of listeners and their strengths
• The role of empathy in effective listening
• How men and women are different (and similar) in their listening habits and strategies
• Advice for those who hesitate to speak up and be heard

Get the full show notes and links to the resources mentioned at https://respectedandconnected.com/podcast/b/ep-113

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Does this sound like you...You know you want to communicate better, but you're not quite sure what to do differently?

In this episode, we're talking about:

• The goal of healthy communication (spoiler alert - it's not getting the other person to change)
• Unhealthy attitudes and behaviors that prevent good communication
• Five specific skills to improve your communication
• The one thing you always need to remember to avoid being manipulative

Get the full show notes and links to the resources mentioned at https://respectedandconnected.com/podcast/b/ep-112

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Get the Free Guide: Five Characteristics of a Partnership Marriage at https://www.respectedandconnected.com/partnership

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A heartfelt, hopeful, and practical perspective on how couples can make marriage work when one spouse has ADHD.

Kara Laws (the ADHD spouse) shares her story of how she and Jamie have navigated the challenges of marriage, specifically when additional support and understanding is needed.

We discuss:

• The importance of mutual respect in a partnership, regardless of differing challenges and abilities
• How to support your spouse in figuring out what works without taking over as a parent
• Specific examples of how executive dysfunction impacts daily routines and how couples can work together to maintain some structure in family life
• How to recognize and appreciate the special gifts and opportunities of relationships with a neurodivergent spouse

Kara's Website: Launched Academy

Find Kara on Instagram

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If I were to give you my best advice about relationships and whether or not now is the time to put a lot of effort into your relationship development, this is the main question I would ask… “Would you be able to continue with how things are right now indefinitely?”

If the answer is no (which it has been for me several times over the course of my 10-year marriage) this episode is for you.

In this encore episode (first released in January, 2023) of the Respected & Connected Podcast, we're talking about how to set practical and inspiring relationship goals. We discuss...

• Why you might hesitate to set a goal, especially a relationship goal.
• Three questions to help you discover a goal that is both practical and inspiring.
• What to consider when you're making a plan that will keep you moving forward in a positive direction.
• Two big mistakes to avoid when you're working on goals that involve people who matter the most.
• What might get in the way of your goal and how to recognize your "competing commitments."

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Get the Free E-book: 12 No-BS Rules for Navigating Relationship Challenges at https://www.respectedandconnected.com/nobs

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Kamini Wood joins the podcast to talk about the interplay of imposter syndrome and people-pleasing among high achieving women, and how that can show up in intimate relationships.

We talk about:

• Kamini's journey working in the dot.com industry as a project manager and running a law office and how she discovered her true passions from her corporate experience.
• How motherhood helped reveal her perfectionistic and people-pleasing tendencies.
• How high-achieving women can regain a sense of worthiness and value to heal their relationships with themselves and others.

Connect with Kamini Wood on her website.

Find Kamini on Instagram.

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Get the Free E-book: 12 No-BS Rules for Navigating Relationship Challenges at https://www.respectedandconnected.com/nobs

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As women, we can have a tricky relationship with asking for and receiving what we want.

If this feels tricky for you, it can be particularly painful during the Christmas season.

This episode is for you! We're talking about three steps for asking for and receiving what you want - a concept originally taught to me by my mentor Terry Real.

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This episode was originally aired on James Keddington's podcast "Overcome and Become."

Thanks James for a great conversation and for allowing us to share on the Respected & Connected podcast.

James and I talk about:

• Handling high confict situations in important relationships
• Some signs that your relationship with conflict is unhealthy
• How important our primary relationships are to our overall well being
• Mindsets that promote healthy relationships, and 
• What you can do when your parents and in-laws are interfering in your marriage and family life

Connect with James Keddington and find the Better Me Nation on Facebook

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Get the Free E-book: 12 No-BS Rules for Navigating Relationship Challenges at https://www.respectedandconnected.com/nobs

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In this special episode, I'm thrilled to share some exciting updates and changes with you.

The podcast is evolving. While these changes may feel significant to me, I acknowledge that they might not hold the same weight for you. But that's precisely what I want to discuss today: how we often overthink and assume that what matters to us matters equally to others.

As my work has evolved, I felt that the name "Keep Talking Revolution" no longer fully represents what we do.

This decision happened somewhat spontaneously and today I'm delving into the reasons behind this change and the lessons we can all take away from it.

Two key takeaways:

1. Recognize that the changes you make may matter more to you than to others, and that's perfectly fine.
2. Embrace taking action, even if it gets messy. Waiting for the "perfect" moment can hold you back. Trust that you have what it takes to figure things out as you go.

We're incredibly grateful for your support and invite you to join us on this exciting journey with our new brand. Thanks for being part of this transition. 

Here is where we can connect:

• Website: respectedandconnected.com

• Facebook: facebook.com/respectedconnected

• Instagram: instagram.com/respected_and_connected

Elizabeth Tidwell, founder of My Club Red, is on the podcast to talk about how your menstrual cycle impacts your relationships.

We discuss:

• Why you can wake up hating your spouse for no obvious reason.
• The primary emotions and energies of each phase of your cycle.
• How to start recognizing the phases of your cycle and using this information to bring more care and awareness to your needs and your relationships.

Connect with Elizabeth Tidwell:

• https://myclubred.com
• https://www.instagram.com/myclubred

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Get the Free E-book: 12 No-BS Rules for Navigating Relationship Challenges at https://keeptalkingrevolution.com/nobs

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Boundaries has become such a buzzword in our culture, that it seems like the solution to all of our relational distress. But boundaries are really the first of three skills we need to create a solid foundation for our relationships.

If you’re feeling frustrated with something happening in any relationship, the three skills you need are Boundaries, Agreements, and Accountability.

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Get the Free E-book: 12 No-BS Rules for Navigating Relationship Challenges at https://keeptalkingrevolution.com/nobs

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Clint Callahan uses his wealth of knowledge as a therapist of over 20 years along with his personal experiences of loss, grief, and personal growth to help people make small but impactful changes in their daily lives.

We discuss: 

• Clint's personal experiences growing up angry and detached from his emotions and then losing his mother to suicide.
• A simple 5 minute practice to re-gain your composure when you're feeling flooded or triggered in your relationships.
• A 15-minute daily meditation practice that helps you stay present, focused on your goals, and avoid burnout.

Connect with Clint Callahan:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smallchangesbigimpact.4u
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigimpact.4u 
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clint-callahan-scbi/
• Free E-book: https://www.smallchangesbigimpact.net/free-ebook

Resources mentioned:

-         Book: Atlas of the Heart (Amazon Link)

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Get the Free E-book: 12 No-BS Rules for Navigating Relationship Challenges at https://keeptalkingrevolution.com/nobs

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It's hard to know what to do when a tough conversation isn't going well, but you're afraid that doing the wrong thing will just make things worse.

In this episode, we're talking about what to do when tough conversations get off track.

We discuss:

• Signs that more talking will just make things worse.
• Ways to call a "healthy break."
• Pitfalls to avoid when you've paused a tough conversation.

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Get the Free E-book: 12 No-BS Rules for Navigating Relationship Challenges at https://keeptalkingrevolution.com/nobs

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In this episode, we're talking about shadow discovery and how it impacts our relationships. Our guest, Catherine La O' says, "To create real change in your life, you must learn to face the parts of yourself that you have avoided until now."

We discuss:

• The concept of shadows and how they show up in our relationships
• How our personal history shapes the way we perceive different relationship dynamics
• The way to experience more freedom and connection in our relationships and communities
• Creating secure and resourced relationships that have the capacity to meet the demands we have for them

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Connect with our guest Catherine La O'

• Catherine's Website
• Catherine on Instagram

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Get the Free E-book: 12 No-BS Rules for Navigating Relationship Challenges at https://keeptalkingrevolution.com/nobs

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Our society is totally confused about the principles of apology.

Apologies are a necessary tool in a healthy relationship. But when they are misunderstood and used incorrectly they can make things worse.

In this episode, I'm breaking down three types of apologies. Including what you should never apologize about.

Get the full show notes and links to the resources mentioned at https://keeptalkingrevolution.com/podcast/b/ep-100

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Differences in parenting philosophies can create a lot of turmoil and friction in our relationships. Not only do we feel stressed and unsure of whether or not we're doing good enough as a parent, but we also often feel the need to get our spouse on board with our plan of action.

If you and your spouse aren't on the same page as parents, this will be hard on the couple and the kids.

Wanda Howard joins us today to talk about:

• Redefining success as a parent
• Letting go of false beliefs about our role as a parent
• Allowing our spouse/partner to parent differently than us, and
• How to get our needs and preferences met without becoming harsh or controlling

Get the full show notes and links to the resources mentioned at https://keeptalkingrevolution.com/podcast/b/ep-99

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Connect with Wanda Howard: 

• Successful Parents Podcast
• Wanda on Instagram

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Get the Free E-book: 12 No-BS Rules for Navigating Relationship Challenges at https://keeptalkingrevolution.com/nobs

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When your partner responds negatively in a tough conversation, do you assume it's your fault or get blamed for "making things worse"?

Are you compelled to backpedal, smooth things over, or even withdraw your complaint or request?

In this episode, I break down the fear many women have when speaking up - the fear of making things worse.

We talk about:

• Where the fear of making things worse comes from.

• How to recognize that it's time to make a change.

• Three things you can do to overcome your fear.

Get the full show notes and links to the resources mentioned at https://keeptalkingrevolution.com/podcast/b/ep-98

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• Website: https://keeptalkingrevolution.com
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Walking on eggshells in a marriage is more common than you might think. And the best part is, when you stop doing it, your marriage can get a lot better.

If you've been walking on eggshells for way too long listen to learn:

• A simple formula for being more honest (and human) in your relationships 
• How to deal with the inevitable fallout of disrupting the status quo
• Pitfalls to avoid when you stop taking responsibility for managing others' reactivity

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https://keeptalkingrevolution.com/podcast/b/ep-96As a coach who specializes in working with high-achieving men, Rhonda Farr has some great insight on how to help driven people have more satisfying relationships. Rhonda believes that the key to more connection and intimacy is a greater level of self-intimacy.

In this episode of the Keep Talking Revolution podcast, we discuss:

• Why it's so much easier to blame our partner for a lack of connection than to see our part in our struggles.
• The power of self-awareness ("self-intimacy") in opening the door to more relational intimacy.
• How to take radical responsibility for your emotions without becoming cold or aloof.

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Connect with Rhonda Farr: 

• Rhonda’s website
• Rhonda on Instagram

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