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Preparing your relationship for the new year Relationship Boosters Podcast Episode 12 Show Notes at: www.RelationshipBoosters.com Developing a Plan of Action and Establishing Relationship Goals Interview with Dr. Mesha Ellis: Clinical psychologist and certified sex therapists.        

Where should you spend the Holidays Relationship Boosters Podcast Episode 11 Get the Shownotes: www.RelationshipBoosters.com  

Episode10 www.relationshipboosters.com Don’t forget about Intimacy during the Holiday season  This episode begins our 3 part holiday series.  It is so important to make sure that you do not forget about intimacy Create new rituals around intimacy around the holiday o   Get a new outfit to wear during your next sexual or intimate escapade. o   Create a list of sexual playdates. o   Go to your local novelty store and ask questions.  Buy a new toy that you and your partner can use in the New Year or during the holiday season Love Coupons o   Around the holidays you can gift your partner a coupon to be redeemed at any time. o   The coupon can be for any sexual or intimate act.

Nurture Your Relationship Relationship Boosters Podcast Episode 9 Interview with Jackie Flynn: Jackie is an expert in working with families, children, and couples. Model healthy relationships for your children When children are growing up they experience how their parents interact with each other, and this is how they learn to interact with others. This your first opportunity to teach your child, people are for loving and respecting and this is how healthy couples interact Nurture your relationship If you don’t give your relationship time and attention, your relationship can fall apart. It is dangerous to be in a child centered marriage. You want to be the best parents, but recognize that being great parents does not need to be at the expense of your relationship. The emotional distance and disconnect can leave a loneliness in your partner’s heart. Feeling and fearing loneliness can contribute to people behaving in ways that are against their values. Feeling desperate for emotional release can open the door

The Traveling Spouse with Three Degrees member-Valerie Holiday Relationship Boosters Podcast Episode 8 Target Audience: Couples in Long Distance Relationships or Frequently Traveling for work Objective: To give information about what things are helpful when you are or have a traveling spouse? About Valerie: *My marriage is Bi-coastal and international. My husband resides in UK, England and I’m in USA, Atlanta. *I’ve been married 3 times. I am a firm believer of the institution of marriage. I knew there was somebody out there who could deal with me and my lifestyle, and it wasn’t going to wreak havoc on the relationship, because they were going to be understanding. *1st marriage lasted 7 yrs, I have son who is 33 from that marriage; 2nd marriage only lasted 2yrs there were too many differences. Currently married 10 yrs but together 14-15yrs Tips For Relationship and Marriage: *When you become involved with someone on a permanent basis, you must accept them for who they are as they must accept you for who you a

Parenting Together as a Team Relationship Boosters Podcast Episode 7   Successfully navigate the world of parenting together. How to successfully co-parent with your partner Conversations about parenting should begin when a couple is in the early, but serious stages, of their relationship. Talk about what you and your spouse want parenting to look like. What type of discipline style do you want to use? What are the family values for you and your partner? Will you have closed doors or open doors in the house? Dig deep. You and your partner should speak about the kind of parents you had. Family origin issues are important. Share your upbringing with each other. Did you feel like the parenting style that your parents used worked? What did you like and what didn’t you like about your upbringing? Why? Strategies Alone time 1,2,3 magic When parents have strong parenting disagreements that are not discussed, it may cause confusion for the child. Be a unified front. It can be problematic if one parent is

Chats with Monika:   How to make your blended family work Tips to Be Successful as a Blended family Be flexible. Being rigid is not helpful.  Your way is not the only way.  There are two parents. o   Make decisions together. o    How do you perceive your role as a parent of the child? You and your partner should have a conversation about this topic. Mistakes will happen. o   Don’t throw mistakes in your partner’s face. o   Talk about what is not working, and how you can work to change those things that are not working. Have conversations about what the child will call the new parent. For some people, the word step parent may be harsh. Find language that makes everyone feel included as opposed to excluded. o   When you don’t say anything, it may bring about uncomfortable feelings. Be open to allowing conversation. o   Bring the children in and allow them to take part in the conversation.  Allowing children to express feelings and not have penalties for their feelings can be a gift. o   Model respect by e

Episode 5:  Let’s Talk About Sex! Boosting Your Sex Life With Carol-Ann Trotman Sex is a topic that many couples do not speak about; however, this is a topic that needs to be addressed.  Discussing sex and topics related to sex can help you better enjoy your sex life.  Not talking about sex in your relationship can hinder your relationship in many ways; you are preventing yourself and your partner from having more satisfaction in your sex life. Many couples share that they do not begin a discussion about sex due to fear of hurting their partner’s feelings; however, even if you do not bring up your concerns, you may still be sending off negative non-verbal messages to your partner.  How to begin conversations about sex and sexual pleasure. Don’t bring it up while you are having sex. This is not the time to have a conversation about your sex life. Bring it up on a date night or at a relaxed time. Share with your partner things that you would like to try. Make sure you provide sexual activities that you would l

Episode 4 Dating is something that should occur in every stage of the relationship Dating and Date night is quality time together to enhance your relationship. Think of date night as intentional play! The National Marriage Project has a report called The Date Night Opportunity. They found that couples who devote time specifically to one another at least once a week are more likely to enjoy high-quality relationships and lower divorce rates, compared to couples who do not devote much couple time to one another. Date night is one of the many ways to improve maintain or enhance your relationship. It is one of the things that keep couples connected. A successful relationship does not just happen on its own. There are things that must be done to further enhance the relationship to keep it new, fresh, and exciting. Date night is not time to have a stressful conversation. Don't have conversations about finances, responsibilities, problems with the kids, or sensitive issues. You need to talk about these things, bu

Episode 3 The Blind Passenger Melissa Tate-Scruse speaks about being a blind Passenger in your relationship. The blind passenger is when you are on someone else’s emotional rollercoaster. In a relationship, this occurs when one partner is struggling. The partner may be struggling with emotional instability, aggressiveness, alcoholism etc., and their partner is along for the ride. As the partner who is not struggling attempts to figure out what is going, he or she begins to become unbalanced; the partner is blinded by something. Being blinded prevents this partner from recognizing the magnitude of the situation. While you are blinded, you are losing your peace, state of mind, and stability. Blindness does not allow you to make rational decisions. People are blinded by love, hope, dreams, loyalty etc. How to get off of the rollercoaster Be informed. If you see that your significant other is experiencing difficulty, educate yourself. Go to counseling make an informed verses an emotional decision. Surround

Episode 2 Interview with Dr. Pauline Belton Establishing Boundaries Boundaries are the cornerstone of any relationship Setting boundaries lets you partner know the things that are important to you. It allows your partner to know what you like and what you expect. It also allows your partner to know he things that make you feel uneasy. When Setting Boundaries Be open or honest about how your experiences shape your world. Share how your feelings have affected you. Communicate your needs to your spouse. Let your partner know the things that make you feel healthy happy and protected Look at your partner like he or she is the love of your life and not an obstacle in your life. This allows you to remain open to their perceptions. It will decrease the defensive response. Types of Boundary Pitfalls Disconnected: When one partner tends to set rigid type boundaries and emphasize self-sufficiency. One person feels “it is all about me.” Overstepping: One person prefers to be more in control in the relationship. The other

Episode 1 Newlyweds: tips for after the wedding ceremony Monika Cope of the Relationship Boosters provides tips and advice for those couples who have just been married. After you spend thousands of dollars on a wedding, you need to ensure that you are also spending the same time and energy on the actual investment, your marriage. Listed below are some things to consider when moving into the next phase of your relationship.   Planning for the wedding can take away from your focus on each other; therefore, you need to spend time intentionally connecting during and after the planning of your ceremony. Make your relationship a priority! Once you’re married, remember it is not just you anymore. You are a part of a team. Get to know each other by asking questions. There are always new things to learn about your partner. Keep the excitement going by planning small trips and activities together. Make sure you compromise by doing some things that your partner may like. Start difficult conversations by coming fr

This podcast is for those who are interested in improving their intimate relationship. If you are in a relationship, and believe in keeping the spark alive, this podcast is for you. For those couples who are dating, engaged, newlyweds, married, or in a long term relationship, we will focus on enhancing your intimate connection. Dr. Kia James, will interview specialists, relationship coaches, marriage counselors, and successful couples to bring you tips, advice, and strategies for making your good relationship or marriage better. Of course, these tips can also benefit couples who are experiencing relationship stress. We will cover topics related to successful co-parenting, creating a healthy blended family, dating, sex, love, passion, supporting your partner, and much more. Nurture your relationship and avoid relationship road blocks. Tune in as we discuss relationship tips that will give your relationship that extra boost!