The Decoding Couples Podcast: Unfiltered Relationship Advice & Marriage Tips

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E15: The Three Quickest Ways to Ruin Your Relationship May 08, 2023

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If any of these relationship problems are present in your partnership: tit for tat / defensiveness, one foot out the door & contempt…you don’t want to miss this episode. Learn what these look like and why these relationship dynamics destroy partnerships.

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Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for mental health services or therapeutic services. The content does not apply to abusive or unsafe relationships. If you are in an abusive or unsafe relationship, please utilize the below resources:

The National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) www.ndvh.org

National Dating Abuse Helpline 1-866-331-9474 www.loveisrespect.org

National Child Abuse Hotline/Childhelp 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) www.childhelp.org

National Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-656-4673 (HOPE) www.rainn.org

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org

National Center for Victims of Crime 1-202-467-8700 www.victimsofcrime.org

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E14: Red Flags in Relationships May 01, 2023

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If you are looking for relationship advice on how to spot and understand red flags, then this episode is for you! Understanding red flags is important for healthy relationships and to stop repeating dating mistakes you’ve made in the past. Listen in for dating tips and relationship advice around red flags!

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E13: "Stop Being Such a Nag!": How to Shift the Mental Load in Your Relationship w/ Laura Danger Apr 24, 2023

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How do you have a healthy relationship when the roles & responsibilities feel so uneven? Laura Danger sheds jaw dropping light on how the patriarchy sets up men and women to fail in partnerships. This episode explores the root of relationship problems with the mental load and our ability to have conflict resolution with our partners. This week's DC in the DMs has Laura & Stacey in the hot seat, answering questions from the Decoding Couples community on if what they need is, "too much" or just basic partnership requirements.

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E12: The Ex Episode Apr 17, 2023

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If you struggle with jealousy, trust issues and boundaries because of an ex…don’t miss this week's episode. Past relationships are always going to be a part of your current relationship dynamics...but how much is up to you! You don’t want to miss the DC in the DMS where Rachel takes on stories of ex’s and if she thinks something shady is going on, and how’d she handle your ex scenarios!

If you’re ready to learn a new way of communicating with your partner to stop having the same fight over and over again, get on-demand access to our free masterclass Stop Fighting, Start Talking at: ⁠www.decodingcouples.com/webinar-reigstration⁠

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E11: My Partner is Struggling...and I'm Not Okay: Mental Health + Relationships Apr 10, 2023

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So many relationship problems include struggling with mental health...but we don't talk about it enough. This is especially true when anxiety and depression impacts one partner and not the other. Stacey & Rachel give relationship advice on what can be unhelpful in trying to support a struggling partner as well as what to do to provide support to all parties involved. Rachel answers DMs this episode giving her thoughts on how to handle different relational challenges with anxiety and depression is involved.

Relationship goals should include having conversations about major topics like mental health. If you are unsure about how to address important topics like this and more, check out Before The Next Step Online Course here: www.decodingcouples.com/courses

Disclaimer: This episode contains serious mental health topics. This episode is not a replacement for therapy. If you are needing additional resources or support, please check the resources below.

Mental Health Resources:

Crisis Lines

24/7 crisis line (US & Canada only): 1-800-273-8255

24/7 crisis TEXT line (US & Canada only): text HOME to 741741

Life Line Australia: 13 11 14

Crisis Text Line UK: text 85258

Education:

National Alliance Mental Illness (NAMI) www.nami.org

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) www.samhsa.gov

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E10: Knocking Boots, Scamming & Quickies: The Evolution of Intimacy in Relationships w/ Mac Stanley Apr 03, 2023

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In this episode, Rachel and Stacey are joined by therapist Mac Stanley Cazeau to talk about the changes to intimacy and sex throughout the span of a relationship. Mac shares the male perspective performance, body and sexual changes and how these impact intimacy and romantic relationships. They end by sharing proactive and in the moment tips to maintain a healthy intimate life for long term relationships and how to get out of a dry spell. Rachel and Mac are answering the DC in the DMs where they give their tips on how to get out of different intimacy barriers and dilemmas the DC community has shared.

Want to hear more from Mac? Check out Mac Stanley Cazeau on Instagram www.instagram.com/talk2mac as well as his podcast Menage A Mind www.instagram.com/menageamind

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E9: Am I Dating My Dad?! Part 2: How Childhood Attachment Impacts Relationships Mar 27, 2023

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Stacey and Rachel dive into the idea of “daddy issues” and “mother wounds”. They discuss what creates those types of wounds and how they show up in adult relationships. They also touch on what can happen as a result of losing a parent at a young age or never having met a parent figure at all. Rachel and Stacey give multiple ideas and thoughts around “what to do now” if you realize you are dating or in a relationship with someone like one of your parents and how to grow together to break past patterns. Stacey is on the hotseat for DC in the DMs this week doing rapid fire on if certain behaviors are “nature” or “nurture”...you won’t want to miss the last one!

Want to join thousands of other couples improving their relationship through attachment, communication and intimacy? Learn more about the Relationship Roadmap Online Course here: www.decodingcouples.com/courses

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E8: Why We Cheat w/ Mac Stanley Mar 20, 2023

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Buckle up! This episode dives deeper than the typical cheating/infidelity discussions you've heard before. While we agree cheating is an incredibly heartbreaking experience for the betrayed to go through and is a choice that has huge life changing implications...we wanted to have a deeper conversation about the motivation behind why people do it. In this episode, Rachel and Stacey are joined by therapist Mac Stanley Cazeau LMHC to explore why people cheat. Rachel, Stacey They discuss how to define what counts as cheating, emotional affairs and the idea of limerence. Mac and Stacey are on the hot seat for DC in the DMs where they rapid fire answer “cheating” or “not cheating” for different community experiences.

Want to hear more from Mac? Check out Mac Stanley Cazeau on Instagram www.instagram.com/talk2mac as well as his podcast Menage A Mind www.instagram.com/menageamind

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E7: I Never Said That! Defensiveness: Why It's There & What to Do About It Mar 13, 2023

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Rachel and Stacey start off by admitting what gets them defensive. They also talk about how it shows up & impacts their relationships. They review how defensiveness gets created, the purpose defensiveness serves and tips on how to work through defensiveness and talk about it with your partner. DC in the DMs puts Rachel on the hotseat answering how she would respond to different situations where defensiveness is at play.

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E6: For Better or Worse Until...Kids Mar 06, 2023

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This episode covers the impacts no one talks about when it comes to kids + relationships. Rachel and Stacey talk about how their marriages changed after kids, why relational satisfaction takes such a hit, and the positive changes that can come from parenthood.

DC in the DMS puts Rachel on the spot responding to community experiences about changes in relationships after kids. You do NOT want to miss her hot takes and direct advice in this segment.

Ready to take the guesswork out of your relationship’s future? Check out Before the Next Step, an online course that will leave you with a clear picture of where changes need to be made in your relationship, what areas feel solid, and where future conversations and work need to happen in order for your relationship to successfully take the next big step! www.decodingcouples.com/courses

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