Married After Kids

Dr. Lindsay Cavanagh

Married After Kids is a podcast dedicated to strengthening marriages for parents after having kids. Hosted by Dr. Lindsay Cavanagh, psychologist turned marriage coach, this podcast discusses all the ways children can challenge your marriage, while also offering effective, evidence-based solutions to help make marriages stronger and more enjoyable, which makes parenting and life so much easier. Married After Kids will completely transform how you look at marriage and give you the tools to have the marriage you want and need.

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Monday · 38 min
Ep. 133: Which Attachment Style Is Running Your Mental Load Fights?
You may think you're fighting about the mental load, but the real argument could be happening underneath it. In this episode, I'm breaking down how your attachment style can shape the way you experience, manage, and fight about the mental load in your marriage. Because when one spouse sees help as a sign of love while the other sees the exact same situation as pressure, criticism, or a threat to their independence, better communication alone may not solve the problem. We'll look at anxious, dismissive avoidant, fearful avoidant, and secure attachment to understand why the same mental load can feel completely different to each person. You'll also learn why the calendars, lists, and systems you've tried may keep failing and what needs to happen underneath the logistics before you can actually create lasting change. Tune in to discover: • How your attachment style shapes the way you carry the mental load • Why your spouse may experience the exact same responsibilities completely differently • The hidden fears fueling resentment, defensiveness, and withdrawal • Why better communication and better systems aren't always enough • What secure attachment can teach you about handling the mental load together Leave a review for a chance to win The Us System! Let’s Connect! Book a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call Check out my 60 Min Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! FREE Resources: • Marriage Shutdown Checklist • The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage Video • 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less) E-Book
August 24 · 33 min
Ep. 132: What Your Marriage is Teaching Your Children
Your kids are paying attention to your marriage, even when you think they aren't. In this episode, I'm taking an honest look at what research tells us about how marriage and parental conflict can impact children. We talk about why conflict itself isn't necessarily the problem, what kids are actually picking up on at home, and why the way you communicate with your spouse matters far beyond your relationship. This isn't about guilt or creating a perfect marriage for your kids. It's about understanding how the emotional climate in your home affects them, what healthy conflict can look like, and why working on your marriage may be one of the most meaningful things you can do for your entire family. Tune in to discover: • What your children are learning from your marriage • Why conflict itself isn't necessarily harmful to kids • How tension and unresolved conflict affect the emotional climate at home • What research reveals about marriage, parenting, and children's well-being • Why changing how you communicate can positively impact your kids Leave a review for a chance to win The Us System! Let’s Connect! Book a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call Check out my 60 Min Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! FREE Resources: • Marriage Shutdown Checklist • The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage Video • 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less) E-Book
August 17 · 33 min
Ep. 131: Your Health Is At Risk
When you think about living a longer, healthier, happier life, you probably think about exercise, nutrition, sleep, or genetics. But decades of research point to something else entirely. In this episode, I'm diving into findings from the Harvard Study of Adult Development and what they mean for your marriage after kids. We explore what decades of research reveal about living a longer, healthier, happier life, why marriage so easily gets pushed to the bottom of the priority list after becoming parents, and why getting support shouldn't be something you wait to do until your relationship is falling apart. Tune in to discover: • The surprising connection between your marriage and your long-term health • What decades of Harvard research reveal about the biggest predictors of health and happiness • Why marriage gets deprioritized so easily after having kids • How the stress of parenthood can impact your relationship over time • Why taking care of your marriage isn't a luxury Leave a review for a chance to win The Us System! Let’s Connect! Book a 60 Minute Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! FREE Resources: • Marriage Shutdown Checklist • The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage Video • 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less) E-Book
August 10 · 37 min
Ep. 130: Is Social Media Making Marriage After Kids Harder? with Dr. Morgan Cutlip
Social media has changed the way we parent, the expectations we place on ourselves, and even the way we experience our marriages. But what if the constant comparison and pressure to "do it all right" are making family life feel harder than it needs to be? In this episode, I'm joined by relationship expert and bestselling author Dr. Morgan Cutlip to explore how social media influences modern parenting, mental load, and marriage after kids. Together, we unpack why so many parents feel overwhelmed, how unrealistic expectations create unnecessary pressure, and practical ways to build a healthier relationship with both your partner and your social media feed. Tune in to discover: • How social media shapes your expectations of marriage and parenthood • Why comparison fuels overwhelm and disconnection • Practical ways to protect your relationship from unrealistic standards • How to reconnect when life after kids feels out of balance • Why authenticity matters more than perfection for healthy families Connect with Dr. Morgan Cutlip: • Website: https://drmorgancutlip.com/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmorgancutlip Leave a review for a chance to win The Us System! Connect with Lindsay: Book a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call Check out my 60 Min Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! FREE Resources: • Marriage Shutdown Checklist • The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage Video • 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less) E-Book
August 3 · 29 min
Ep. 129: The Painful Lie I Believed About My Marriage
One belief about your marriage can shape every conversation, every disagreement, and every moment of disconnection. But what if that belief just wasn't true? In this episode, I'm sharing one of the most painful lies I believed during the hardest season of my own marriage and how it kept us stuck in Marriage Shutdown. We explore why our brains are wired to believe this story, how it changes the way we interpret our spouse's actions, and the practical shifts that helped us reconnect and begin moving forward. Tune in to discover: • The lie that kept me stuck in Marriage Shutdown • Why your brain may be convincing you it's true • How this belief fuels conflict and disconnection • Simple ways to rebuild trust and connection daily • How to stop solving the wrong problem in your marriage Leave a review for a chance to win The Us System! Let’s Connect! Book a Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! FREE Resources: • Marriage Shutdown Checklist • The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage Video • 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less) E-Book
July 27 · 33 min
Ep. 128: I Don't Have a Name For This Dynamic Other Than Marriage Shutdown
One partner feels like they have to carry everything. The other feels like nothing they do is ever enough. Over time, both people start pulling away, resentment grows, and the marriage begins to shut down. In this episode, I'm unpacking a relationship pattern I see over and over again with the couples I coach. We explore how this dynamic develops after having kids, why neither partner intentionally creates it, and the practical shifts each person can make to stop the cycle before it leads to burnout, disconnection, or divorce. Tune in to discover: • The dynamic that creates marriage shutdown • Why one partner feels like they can't opt out • How resentment and burnout fuel disconnection • What each spouse can do to break the cycle • Why changing your side can transform your marriage Leave a review for a chance to win The Us System! Let’s Connect! Book a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call Check out my 60 Min Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! FREE Resources: • Marriage Shutdown Checklist • The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage Video • 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less) E-Book
July 20 · 31 min
Ep. 127: Love Languages Keeping You Stuck?
The Five Love Languages have helped millions of couples better understand each other. But what if the way you're using them is actually creating more frustration, disappointment, and distance in your marriage? In this episode, I'm unpacking the biggest mistakes couples make with love languages and why they sometimes leave people feeling even less loved than before. We also explore why some couples have moved away from love languages altogether, and how to use this popular framework in a way that builds connection instead of resentment. Tune in to discover: • The biggest mistake couples make with love languages • Why love languages alone won't fix your marriage • How using them the wrong way creates resentment • Why your relationship needs change over time • A healthier way to use love languages to build connection Book a Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call Leave a review for a chance to win The Us System! Let’s Connect! Book a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! FREE Resources: • Marriage Shutdown Checklist • The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage Video • 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less) E-Book
July 13 · 34 min
Ep. 126: The “Nothing Will Change In My Marriage” Marriage
When you've tried the conversations, read the books, gone to counseling, and nothing seems to be different, it's easy to start believing your marriage will never change. That loss of hope can leave you feeling trapped between staying unhappy or walking away. In this episode, I'm speaking directly to the couples who feel stuck. We unpack the most common reasons people believe change isn't possible, why those beliefs can keep you in marriage shutdown, and what you can do when you've reached the point where you're convinced nothing will ever get better. Tune in to discover: • Why so many couples lose hope in their marriage • The biggest beliefs keeping you stuck in marriage shutdown • What to do when you've "tried everything" without success • Why your spouse doesn't have to change first for progress to happen • How to find hope again, even when your marriage feels impossible Book a 60 Minute Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call Leave a review for a chance to win The Us System! Let’s Connect! Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! FREE Resources: • Marriage Shutdown Checklist • The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage Video • 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less) E-Book
July 6 · 27 min
Ep. 125: Why I Tell My Clients Not To Say I'm Sorry
Most of us have been taught that saying "I'm sorry" is the key to repairing conflict. But what if those two words are actually keeping your marriage stuck? In this episode, I'm sharing why I've started encouraging many of my coaching clients to stop saying "I'm sorry" during conflict, at least for a while. We unpack why apologies often lose their meaning, what your spouse is actually looking for after they've been hurt, and the simple shift that leads to deeper trust, connection, and lasting change. Tune in to discover: • Why "I'm sorry" often isn't enough to repair conflict • The reasons apologies stop working in marriage • What your spouse actually needs after they've been hurt • How validation creates trust and emotional safety • A simple communication shift that transforms difficult conversations Leave a review for a chance to win The Us System! Let’s Connect! Book a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call Check out my 60 Min Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! FREE Resources: • Marriage Shutdown Checklist • The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage Video • 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less) E-Book
June 29 · 32 min
Ep. 124: Dealing with Resentment In Your Marriage
Resentment rarely shows up overnight. It builds slowly through the missed conversations, the unspoken disappointments, the unequal load, and the feeling that you're carrying more than your fair share. Before you know it, that resentment can start coloring everything in your marriage. In this episode, I'm digging into one of the most common and damaging challenges couples face after having kids: resentment. We explore why it develops, why it can feel so difficult to shake, and the everyday patterns that keep it growing beneath the surface. If you've ever found yourself feeling irritated, disconnected, unappreciated, or wondering why small things seem to bother you so much, this conversation will help you understand what's really going on and what you can do about it before resentment takes over your relationship. Tune in to discover: • Why resentment is often the result of hundreds of small moments, not one big event • How mental load and unequal responsibility fuel resentment in marriage • The role unmet needs and expectations play in creating disconnection • Why feeling unappreciated can have such a powerful impact on your relationship • What resentment is trying to tell you and how to address it before it leads to marriage shutdown Leave a review for a chance to win The Us System! Let’s Connect! Book a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call Check out my 60 Min Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! FREE Resources: • Marriage Shutdown Checklist • The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage Video • 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less) E-Book
June 22 · 34 min
Ep. 123: Are These 5 Things Keeping You From Seeing Changes In Your Marriage?
Most couples want a better marriage, but wanting change and creating change are not the same thing. Sometimes the biggest obstacles are not the obvious ones. They are the patterns, habits, and blind spots that get in the way of progress, even when both people care deeply about the relationship. In this episode, I’m breaking down five common barriers that can keep couples from seeing meaningful change in their marriage. From unrealistic expectations and emotional safety issues to listening mistakes and losing sight of fun, these are the patterns I see repeatedly keep couples stuck, discouraged, and wondering why nothing seems to be getting better. Tune in to discover: • How unrealistic expectations create frustration in marriage • Why listening to understand changes everything • The role emotional safety plays in connection • Why knowing what to do is different than actually doing it • How having fun together impacts your relationship more than you think Leave a review for a chance to win The Us System! Let’s Connect! Book a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call Check out my 60 Min Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! FREE Resources: • Marriage Shutdown Checklist • The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage Video • 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less) E-Book
June 15 · 29 min
Ep. 122: Avoiding the Summertime Marriage Pitfalls
Summer is supposed to feel fun, relaxing, and full of family memories. But for many couples, it can also bring more stress, more mental load, and more opportunities for conflict. Between changing schedules, childcare logistics, vacations, and the constant disruption of routines, summer can put even strong marriages to the test. In this episode, I’m breaking down the biggest reasons marriages tend to struggle during the summer months and what you can do to avoid those common pitfalls. We talk about transitions, mental load, shifting household systems, and how to be proactive instead of waiting until frustration and resentment start building. Tune in to discover: • Why summer can be surprisingly hard on marriages • How changing routines impact connection and conflict • The hidden mental load that comes with summer break • Why your usual systems may stop working during this season • How to protect your marriage before problems start Leave a review for a chance to win The Us System! Let’s Connect! Book a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call Check out my 60 Min Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! FREE Resources: • Marriage Shutdown Checklist • The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage Video • 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less) E-Book
June 8 · 29 min
Ep. 121: Why Your Marriage Isn’t Getting Better
It can be incredibly frustrating to feel like you're putting effort into your marriage without seeing the progress you hoped for. When you're having the same conversations, trying different tools, and still finding yourself stuck in the same patterns, it's easy to wonder what you're missing. In this episode, I’m breaking down some of the most common reasons couples stay stuck even when they genuinely want things to improve. From mental load and confirmation bias to attachment style clashes and marriage shutdown, I explain what may be keeping your relationship from moving forward and what you can do to start creating meaningful change. Tune in to discover: • How the mental load can keep couples stuck in resentment • Why focusing on your spouse often means solving the wrong problem • How confirmation bias prevents you from seeing progress • The impact of attachment style clashes on connection • Why prioritizing your marriage after kids matters more than ever Leave a review for a chance to win The Us System! Let’s Connect! Book a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call Check out my 60 Min Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! FREE Resources: • Marriage Shutdown Checklist • The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage Video • 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less) E-Book
June 1 · 28 min
Ep. 120: Things I Don’t Do As an Anxiously Attached Mom Married to a Dismissive Avoidant Spouse that Has Made Us Significantly More Connected
Feeling disconnected in marriage can make you want to hold on tighter, work harder, explain more, and desperately try to fix things. The hard part is that sometimes the very things we do to create more connection end up creating more distance instead. In this episode, I’m sharing some of the biggest things I stopped doing as an anxiously attached spouse married to a dismissive avoidant partner that has made a significant difference in our relationship. I talk about the patterns I used to fall into, why they kept us stuck, and the shifts that helped us become more connected and supported as a couple. Tune in to discover: • Why bringing high emotion into conversations kept us stuck • The role self-soothing played in changing our dynamic • How overfunctioning with the mental load affected connection • Why doing more was unintentionally creating more distance • The shifts that helped us feel significantly more connected Mentioned in Episode: • Ep 94: Dismissive vs. Fearful Avoidant Attachment Styles • Ep 95: The Anxious Avoidant Dynamic • Leave a review for a chance to win The Us System! Let’s Connect! Book a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call Check out my 60 Min Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! FREE Resources: • Marriage Shutdown Checklist • The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage Video • 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less) E-Book
May 26 · 34 min
Ep. 119: Parenting an Anxious Child Without Losing Connection in Your Marriage with Robin Isman
Parenting a child with anxiety can impact so much more than just your child. It can affect your routines, your stress levels, your communication, and the dynamic between you and your spouse. When parents are not aligned in how they respond, it can quickly create tension, frustration, and conflict inside the marriage. In this episode, I’m joined by therapist and parenting coach Robin Isman to talk about how childhood anxiety impacts the entire family system. We discuss the common parenting responses that can accidentally reinforce anxiety, why couples often clash in how they approach it, and how parents can learn to work together as a team instead of turning against each other in the process. Tune in to discover: • The parenting patterns that can unintentionally reinforce anxiety • Why couples often disagree on how to respond to an anxious child • How childhood anxiety impacts the marriage dynamic • The difference between supporting and accommodating your child • Why becoming a united team changes everything Connect with Robyn: • Website: theanxiouschild.com • Instagram: @parentingtheanxiouschild • Do Less Parenting Podcast Connect with Lindsay: Book a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call: https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/277730-married-after-kids-intervention-call The Us System: https://marriedafterkids.com/the-us-system FREE TRAINING! The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage: https://marriedafterkids.com/3-secrets?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Links&utm_campaign=3%20Secrets%20-%20Jan26 Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! www.instagram.com/marriedafterkids
May 18 · 34 min
Ep. 118: 5 Things To Try Before You Give Up On Your Marriage
It is so hard to be in a marriage where you feel disconnected, exhausted, and wonder if things will ever get better. When couples reach this point, it can feel tempting to shut down, pull away, or assume the relationship is beyond repair. In this episode, I’m walking through five important things to try before deciding to give up on your marriage. These are not quick fixes or surface level tips. They are deeper shifts and conversations that can help you better understand what is happening in your relationship, what may still be possible, and whether repair is truly available. Tune in to discover: • The patterns that make couples feel hopeless • What to explore before making a final decision • Why disconnection is not always the full story • The shifts that can change the direction of a marriage • What healthy effort and repair can actually look like Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call: https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/277730-married-after-kids-intervention-call The Us System: https://marriedafterkids.com/the-us-system FREE Marriage Shutdown Checklist: https://marriedafterkids.com/marriage-shutdown?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=links&utm_campaign=MSoptin 60 Min Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call: https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/306057-marriage-shutdown-breakthrough-call FREE TRAINING! The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage: https://marriedafterkids.com/3-secrets?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Links&utm_campaign=3%20Secrets%20-%20Jan26 Get your FREE EBOOK! 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less): https://marriedafterkids.com/freebie Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! www.instagram.com/marriedafterkids
May 11 · 27 min
Ep. 117: 6 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Invest in Marriage Support
Investing in support for your marriage can feel like a big, scary step. Whether it is coaching, therapy, or a program, many couples hesitate because they are unsure if it is the right time, the right fit, or even worth it. And it is not just about money. It is also about your time, your energy, and your willingness to trust yourself in the process. In this episode, I’m walking you through six important questions to ask yourself before you invest in marriage support. These questions will help you get clear on where you are, what you actually need, and how to make a decision that feels aligned instead of reactive or pressured. Tune in to discover: • Whether you are truly ready to invest in change • If you are looking for quick fixes or real growth • What kind of support your marriage actually needs • What might be holding you back from getting help • Whether you trust yourself to follow through Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call: https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/277730-married-after-kids-intervention-call The Us System: https://marriedafterkids.com/the-us-system FREE TRAINING! The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage: https://marriedafterkids.com/3-secrets?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Links&utm_campaign=3%20Secrets%20-%20Jan26 60 Min Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call: https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/306057-marriage-shutdown-breakthrough-call Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! www.instagram.com/marriedafterkids
May 4 · 29 min
Ep. 116: The Difference Between Enabling and Supporting and Why It Matters
It can be hard to know the difference between helping your partner and unintentionally enabling patterns that keep you both stuck. What feels like support on the surface can sometimes reinforce the very dynamics that are causing frustration, imbalance, or disconnection in your marriage. In this episode, I’m breaking down the key differences between enabling and supporting, why this distinction matters so much, and how to recognize which one you are actually doing. I walk through what each looks like in real life, how it impacts both partners, and what needs to shift if you want to create healthier patterns and more mutual responsibility. Tune in to discover: • The difference between supporting and enabling in marriage • Why enabling often feels like helping • How these patterns impact connection and responsibility • Signs you may be enabling without realizing it • What it looks like to shift into true support Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call: https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/277730-married-after-kids-intervention-call The Us System: https://marriedafterkids.com/the-us-system FREE TRAINING! The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage: https://marriedafterkids.com/3-secrets?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Links&utm_campaign=3%20Secrets%20-%20Jan26 60 Min Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call: https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/306057-marriage-shutdown-breakthrough-call Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! www.instagram.com/marriedafterkids
April 27 · 33 min
Ep. 115: The Mental Load and Attachment Style Battle
When the mental load and attachment styles collide, it can create a pattern that feels impossible to break. One partner is often overwhelmed, carrying the invisible weight of everything that needs to get done, while the other may feel criticized, shut down, or unsure how to step in. In this episode, I’m breaking down how attachment styles show up inside the mental load dynamic and why this combination creates so much tension in marriage. I explain what is happening underneath the surface for both partners, how these patterns reinforce each other, and what needs to shift in order to create more balance, understanding, and connection. Tune in to discover: • How attachment styles influence the mental load dynamic • Why this pattern creates so much conflict between partners • What each partner is experiencing beneath the surface • How overwhelm and shutdown reinforce each other • What helps create more balance and connection FREE LIVE TRAINING April 30th! The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage: https://marriedafterkids.com/3-secrets?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Links&utm_campaign=3%20Secrets%20-%20Jan26 Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call: https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/277730-married-after-kids-intervention-call The Us System: https://marriedafterkids.com/the-us-system 60 Min Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call: https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/306057-marriage-shutdown-breakthrough-call
April 20 · 30 min
Ep. 114: “I Don’t Want to Thank Him For THAT”
There are moments in marriage where you know appreciation would help, but you just do not want to give it. Maybe it feels forced, maybe you are frustrated, or maybe you are thinking, “he should just be doing this already.” In this episode, I’m breaking down why appreciation can feel so difficult in certain moments and what is actually happening underneath that resistance. I talk about resentment, expectations, and the role appreciation plays in shifting dynamics, even when it feels undeserved. If you have ever struggled to acknowledge your partner without feeling annoyed or disconnected, this conversation will give you a different way to approach it. Tune in to discover: • Why appreciation can feel so hard to give • The thoughts that block you from expressing gratitude • How resentment impacts your willingness to acknowledge your partner • What appreciation actually does in a relationship • How to approach it in a way that feels more genuine Join me April 30th for my FREE LIVE TRAINING! The 3 Secrets to a Happier Marriage: https://marriedafterkids.com/3-secrets?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Links&utm_campaign=3%20Secrets%20-%20Jan26 The Us System: https://marriedafterkids.com/the-us-system Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call: https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/277730-married-after-kids-intervention-call 60 Min Marriage Shutdown Breakthrough Call: https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/306057-marriage-shutdown-breakthrough-call Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! www.instagram.com/marriedafterkids

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