

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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Jun 22, 2020 • 32min
You are Not Broken with Dr Kelly Casperson
You are not broken! You are enough!This week, we are talking to the amazing Dr. Kelly Casperson, MD. She is a board certified urologist and self taught Women’s Sexual Health Coach. She is striving to share what she has learned with the world and has armed other Doctors, Nurses and Nurse Practitioners with these tips! She has a brilliant way to explaining what's going on with women's bodies and brains before, during and after sex.Knowledge is power and that is defiantly true when it comes to your own pleasure and knowing what can help you get mentally and physical satisfied. She breaks down the female anatomy and gives some tips that will surprise you, they did me! How well do you know your hidden parts? We want to reach women everywhere to help them know what is going on down there!Dr. Casperson offers accurate medical knowledge that she has learned over the years. The biggest thing she wants every woman to know, You are not broken! There are some common misconceptions of the female anatomy and we are here to shine some light on a few of them! Did you know that for most women, arousal comes before desire and then desire before orgasm?Women are built to enjoy pleasure from intercourse it’s just a matter of starting off right! We discuss painful intercourse and low sex drive and how hormones play a bigger role than you know! Are you sexually struggling with life after menopause? She even tells you where to start if you want to talk to someone!I guarantee you will want to listen to this interview with pen in hand. I thought I knew a lot about sex, but I took a full page of notes and absolutely loved the insight Dr Casperson shared.You can find Kelly's podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-are-not-broken/id1495710329 And look for her on social media here: https://www.facebook.com/youarentbroken or here: https://instagram.com/kellycaspersonmd.If you are looking for ways to spice things up and make your sex life more exciting, be sure to download my free resource guide here: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/resourceguideSend us Fan Mail

Jun 15, 2020 • 41min
Understanding Female Sexual Wiring with Laura Brotherson
This week, I'm interviewing Laura M. Brotherson, certified sex therapist and author of Knowing Her Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage. Laura is one of my first mentors on this topic and I hope to follow in her footsteps, helping couples understand the true importance of sex within the marriage relationship.In this episode, we discuss the 12 T's of female sexual wiring and how each of them contribute to creating a truly transcendent experience for both partners. Here are a few of the resources we mentioned in the interview:BOOK - Knowing HER Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage use the code 'knowher' to get the book for just $10.HANDOUT - “12 T’s of Female Sexual Wholeness"WEBSITES - StrengtheningMarriage.com and The Marital Intimacy Institute – especially Laura’s Resources PageAlso mentioned in this episode, I am doing a YouTube series on the Laura's 12 T's. Episode #1 on Transformed can be found here.If you have any questions about anything you heard in this episode, you can schedule a relationship breakthrough call with me here.Also, make sure you are subscribed to this podcast, because starting this week, we will be publishing 2 episodes each week. The second will be Conversations with Interracial Couples and you do not want to miss these important conversations.Send us Fan Mail

Jun 8, 2020 • 40min
Get Your Mojo Back After Becoming a Mom with Dana B Myers
As the summer heats up, we are heating things up inside of On the Brighter Side. Today's episode is the first in our new Women's Sexual Health Series.I'm chatting with Mommy Mojo Expert, Dana B Myers. She is a mama, author, speaker and creator of Booty Parlor. She teaches Moms how to get their mojo back after having kids and teaches about the importance of pleasure. You do NOT want to miss this episode on how to become the happiest, sexiest and most satisfied mom in every way.You can find out more about Dana on her website: https://danabmyers.com/. Be sure to check out her new program Thrive!Join our FREE Facebook Group to get even more trainings, resources and special interviews on how to strengthen your marriage here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/otbsofmarriage.If you have any questions about how to rediscover your sexy, sensual side, book a FREE Relationship Breakthrough call with me here: https://calendly.com/onthebrightersideofmarriage/relationship-breakthrough. You could be 30 minutes away from the healthy, thriving sex life you've always dreamed of!Send us Fan Mail

Jun 1, 2020 • 12min
Lessons Learned in 41 Trips Around the Sun
Today I'm sharing lessons I've learned in 41 trips around the sun. It's my birthday episode and I'm opening up about things I'm grateful for and what has gotten me to where I am today.I announced our women's sexual health series starting next week on the podcast and emphasis on Knowing Her Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage by Laura Brotherson on the YouTube Channel.You can register for the 14 Day Complete Intimacy Challenge here: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/14daychallengeBook a Relationship Breakthrough Call with me here: https://calendly.com/onthebrightersideofmarriage/relationship-breakthroughSend us Fan Mail

May 25, 2020 • 19min
How to Make Your Relationship Easy with Jennifer Lehr
In my conversations with Jennifer Lehr of WeConcile, we talk about why it's important to understand your partner's deepest feelings, needs, triggers and desires, how to make your relationship easy and how to rebuild trust after a betrayal.You can find resources that Jennifer has created at: https://www.jenniferlehrmft.com/ or https://weconcile.com/.Join us for a new series on Women's Sexual Health starting next week.Check out all of my FREE resources at: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/home.Send us Fan Mail

May 18, 2020 • 43min
How Navigate Mental Health in Your Marriage with Michelle Nietert
Today's episode is a chat with mental health professional, Michelle Nietert. Michelle is a licensed professional counselor with half a dozen specialties, serving the entire State of Texas via telehealth.In this interview, we talk about how to navigate a mental health diagnosis in your marriage, how to show up from a loving position and her new book for tween girls, Loved and Cherished.You can find more of Michelle Nietert's wonderful resources at: http://michellenietert.com/. You can preorder Loved and Cherished on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0310769973/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1 .Register for my Strengthen Your Connection During Quarantine Masterclass on Thursday, May 28th here: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/masterclassBook a Relationship Breakthrough Call with me here: https://calendly.com/onthebrightersideofmarriage/30minSend us Fan Mail

May 11, 2020 • 41min
How to Avoid Stable Misery with Dr. Lynyetta Willis
Dr. Lynyetta Willis is a therapist and coach who specializes in healing trauma, couples and family issues, spiritually-centered therapy and mindful living. Her mission is to help smart, successful women break free from stable misery in their parenting and partnership so they can create the joy they crave and feel harmony in their heart and home.You can find out more about Dr. Willis on her website: https://www.drlwillis.com/ or on social media here: https://www.facebook.com/DrLWillis or https://www.instagram.com/drlwillis/For more resources on strengthening your connection, please check out my new homepage here: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/homeSend us Fan Mail

May 4, 2020 • 27min
The Joy Of Missing Out with Tonya Dalton
My guest today is the founder and CEO of inkWELL Press Productivity Co. a multi-million dollar company providing tools that work as a catalyst in helping women do less while achieving maximum success. She is also the New York Times Bestselling author of The Joy Of Missing Out, which we will be discussing in this interview.My favorite line in this book, which is the tagline is: live more by doing less. This episode is timely and full of great nuggets of wisdom as we navigate the uncertainty swirling around us and do our best to keep first things first. Tonya shares why we must let go of balance, how to find your yes and the best way to prioritize. Productivity is not about doing more!Here's how you can get in touch with Tonya: Website: http://tonyadalton.comThe Joy of Missing Out book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07R4T8YVQ/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1Tonya Dalton Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tonya.i.dalton/Tonya Dalton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonya.i.dalton/You can register for my "How to Strengthen Your Connection During Quarantine" this Thursday at 2:00 pm MST here: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/masterclassSend us Fan Mail

Apr 27, 2020 • 40min
Understanding and Communicating Effectively About Finances with Leslie Tayne, Esq.
My guest today, Leslie Tayne, Esq. is an attorney who has helped hundreds of couples understand their finances and financial options. Her experiences in her own marriages gives her a unique perspective and understanding of the importance of communication and forgiveness in this area. It's important to know the facts in order to make decisions that affect your life, relationship and bottom line. I would listen to this episode with a pen in hand.If you have additional questions about anything we discussed in the episode, you can visit her website at taynelaw.com and subscribe to her monthly newsletter, where she sends out the latest financial news and tips to help better manage your money. You can also find her on Twitter @lesliehtayneesq and on LinkedIn. You can also find Tayne Law Group on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @taynelawgroup. Additionally, you can call in at (866-890-7337) for a no-obligation phone consultation.Register for the online, live webclass: How to Strengthen Your Connection During Quarantine without Getting Under Each Other's Skin on Thursday, April 30th at 7 pm MST here: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/masterclass.Send us Fan Mail

Apr 20, 2020 • 32min
Managing Kids' Behavior During Quarantine with Melissa Corkum
My guest, Melissa Corkum is a Parent Educator and Coach. Today, we're talking about understanding our kids' behaviors and knowing how to manage it. She shares research and real life examples that hit home and gives real strategies and solutions to our common parenting challenges.To get your FREE Covid-19 Parenting Success Plan, go here: https://www.thecorkboardonline.com/brightersideYou can find more of Melissa and her tools and strategies here:Website - https://www.thecorkboardonline.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/corkboardonline/FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/corkboardonlineTo join our 14 Day Complete Intimacy Challenge, please register here: https://onthebrightersideofmarriage.com/14daychallengeAnd, to get access to all the FREE resources I've been loading into my Facebook Group, please visit us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/otbsofmarriage/.Send us Fan Mail


