Marriage and Intimacy Tips for Christian Couples: Secrets of Happily Ever After
Monica Tanner - Marriage and Intimacy Coach for Christian Couples
Have you ever wondered what makes the difference between those couples who absolutely LOVE to be together and the ones who merely tolorate each other in their old age? I always want to run up to the cute old couples who still hold hands while walking down the street and ask them all their secrets to relationship success. This podcast gives me the opportunity to do just that!I'm Monica Tanner, wife to a super hunky man, mom to 4 kids, weekly podcaster and relationship and intimacy expert/enthusiast. I help couples ditch the resentment and roommate syndrome and increase communication, connection and commitment, so they can write and live out their happily ever after love story. If that sounds like something you want, this podcast is absolutely for YOU! Each week, I'm teasing out the principles that keep couples hopelessly devoted and intoxicatingly in love with each other for a lifetime and beyond. I'm searching high and low for the secrets of happily ever after and sharing those secrets with you right here. Sound marriage advice for Christian couples who want to live happily ever after and achieve a truly intimate friendship and passionate partnership, because an awesome marriage makes life so much sweeter. Let's get to it!
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May 24, 2021 • 35min
S2-36 Marriage Can Win with Eric and Dr. Sakeisha Hylick
Today we are talking to Eric & Sakeisha Hylick, co-founders of Ultimately You Marriage and Relationship Strategists. They are Certified Life Coaches who are frequently called upon due to their innate ability to help their clients achieve breakthroughs in their relationship struggles. They have also co-authored several books. In this episode, we talk about the 5 pillars you need to position your marriage to win, which are: Communication, Finance, Sex, Faith and Forgiveness. Your marriage can win as long as you are willing to put in the work and not make a permanent decision in a temporary situation. You can learn more about Pastor Eric and Dr. Sakeisha Hylick at: https://www.marriagescanwin.com/ where you can get their books and listen to their podcast as well. If you haven't joined us for the FREE 5-Day Seduce Your Spouse Challenge yet, you can do that here: www.onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/syschallenge If you haven't already, be sure to grab your access pass to the groundbreaking 2021 Sex Seminar and save $15 here or save even more with the bundle here! Send us Fan Mail
May 17, 2021 • 28min
S2-35 How to Strengthen Your Marriage and Deepen Your Intimacy with Tara Carson
Today's episode is an excerpt of an interview I did a couple of years ago with Tara Carson, who is the founder and creator of The Dating Divas, one of my favorite companies with a focus on strengthening marriages and families. Tara gives us 5 tips for strengthening our marriages and a few tips on how to deepen the intimacy in our relationship. And you do NOT want to miss the empty box myth she talks about at the end. If you are interested in the 2021 Sex Seminar, with 14 sexperts, including yours truly, use this link and the code: BRIGHTER15 to get $15 off the already super low price for this incredible resource: https://thedatingdivas.myshopify.com/discount/brighter15?redirect=%2Fproducts%2Fsex-seminar-2021. If you are ready to reignite the passion in your relationship, please join us for the FREE 5-Day Seduce Your Spouse Challenge HERE: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/syschallengeSend us Fan Mail
May 10, 2021 • 26min
S2-34 How to Prioritize Your Mental Health with Eli Weinstein, LCSW
Today we are talking to Eli Weinstein, a licensed therapist in New York, father and husband. Eli is the creator of ELIvation Therapy and hosts the podcast The Dude Therapist. Eli gives tips on prioritizing your mental health and self care while juggling the demands of work, family and your marriage. He also touches on how to handle your mental health in the current state of our world. He gives three tips on how to handle difficult situations, but his biggest tip is be kind to yourself! You can contact ELI at: http://ELIvation.org/ or on IG: @eliweinstein_lcswSend us Fan Mail
May 3, 2021 • 40min
S2-33 How a Shared Vision Helps Entrepreneurs Build a Business that Supports their Marriage and Family Life
Today's episode is a special treat for those of you who are married entrepreneurs. It's an interview I did with Jake Anderson of the Introspective Podcast. His questions and comments were so insightful and representative of questions I get from my clients all the time. I'm so excited to share with you why married entrepreneurs actually have a higher divorce rate and how creating a shared vision can help you build a marriage that supports your business and a business that supports your marriage. My friend and mentor, Russell Brunson always says, "you can only be as successful as your spouse will allow you to be." I agree 100%, so tune in to find out how to get more support and build a life you love! Thanks to Jake Anderson for the great interview. You can find the original interview on Jake's podcast here: https://www.introspectivepodcast.com/monicatanner Get my 7 Tips to Get More Support From Your Spouse Download here: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/spouse-support Book a FREE relationship breakthrough call with me. My calendar is open THIS Week only. https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/applicationSend us Fan Mail
Apr 26, 2021 • 30min
S2-Creating a Confident Marriage with Sean and Jessica Weeks
Today’s guests are Sean and Jessica Weeks, creators of the Confident Marriage Podcast. In their six years of marriage, they have overcome so many incredible obstacles that would break many. Their message is one of hope and forgiveness and an inspiration for anyone who may be struggling. You can find out more about the Confident Marriage on their website: https://www.theconfidentmarriage.com/ or by searching the Confident Marriage on any podcast listening app. The doors to Training in the Art of Sexpionage are now open. To learn more, please visit: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/gettrained.Send us Fan Mail
Apr 19, 2021 • 10min
S2-31 The Seduce Your Spouse Challenge and Why Seduction is SO Important
In this short episode, I'm talking about seduction and why a healthy, thriving sex life is so crucial to a long and happy marriage. For more information about the FREE 5-Day Seduce Your Spouse Challenge starting today, please visit: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/syschallenge.Send us Fan Mail
Apr 12, 2021 • 29min
S2-30 Why You Should Know Your Enneagram Number with Natasha Smith
Today we talk to Natasha Smith, an Enneagram Coach for women who are looking to grow themselves and their business. She is a mom to three beautiful girls and the wife to her high school sweetheart. Natasha is passionate about helping other women grow and flourish in every season of life by learning to better communicate. Using the tools that she teaches, you can achieve better compassion, communication and a happier work and business life. Today she gives a brief look at each of the 9 Enneagram numbers and their personality traits. You can learn more about your number and find Natasha at:https://radiantlyflourish.com/ Also on Facebook or Instagram @RadiantlyFlourish Join us for the next FREE 5-Day Seduce Your Spouse Challenge starting on April 19th by registering here: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/syschallenge Send us Fan Mail
Apr 5, 2021 • 36min
S2-29 How to Avoid the Argument Hangover with Aaron and Jocelyn Freeman
Jocelyn and Aaron Freeman are known as "the couple that coaches couples." Their newest book, The Argument Hangover, provides a no BS approach to fighting smarter and reconnecting faster after disagreements, and learning to communicate your needs and feelings in a way that works for you and your partner. In this week's episode, we discuss the 3 stages of conflict and how to fight smarter in your relationship, how to bring up challenging conversations with your partner, without them getting triggered and how to keep Argument Hangovers from ruining the most important relationships in your life. I promise you do NOT want to miss this interview. Get more information about the Freemans and their newest book, The Argument Hangover at: https://theargumenthangover.com If you enjoyed this interview and want to hear more from the Freemans, make sure you check out the OTBS of Marriage VIP Vault at: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/thevaultSend us Fan Mail
Mar 29, 2021 • 20min
S2-28 How to Fight Fair with Laura Gethers 'The Boxing Lady'
Today we are chatting with Laura Gethers AKA, 'The Boxing Lady'. Married for 12 years, mother and homeschool teacher of 2, Laura is also the founder of the Love Harder Marriage Coaching, Author of “Your Marriage is Worth Fighting For” and the Creator of How to Fight Fair Interactive Couples Conflict Resolution Workshop. Every marriage will have conflicts, but Laura has found a way to teach couples How to Fight Fair by helping them to look at their spouses like their sparring partners and not their opponent. In this episode, you will find tips for how to fight fair as well how to create marriage mission statement. You can learn more about Laura at: https://www.lauragethers.com/IG: @lovehardermarriagecoachingFB: Love Harder Marriage Coaching For more of this interview and other bonus material, please check out the VIP Vault: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/thevaultSend us Fan Mail
Mar 22, 2021 • 37min
S2-27 How to Have it ALL Without the Resistance, Guilt and Overwhelm
This week's episode is a special treat. My friend and business coach, Kinsey Machos, interviews me about how to juggle the demands of marriage, motherhood and entrepreneurship. We discuss how to have it all by building a marriage that supports your business and a business that supports your marriage. Check out Kinsey's 'Captivate and Close' Program HERE. Download my FREE resource '7 Tips to Get More Support From Your Spouse' HERE. Send us Fan Mail
