Valentine's Day is right around the corner ❤️ We’ve got 10 questions you can use to ask while you’re out on that special dinner date or before you binge watch your favorite series. Questions: If you could afford it at this moment, what would you buy? What one month on the calendar would you eliminate? What is your ideal type of party? Which game show would you be on? What is your favorite memory of us? What did you want to be when you grew up? What should we do for our next milestone anniversary...
Feb 09, 2023•17 min
We’re back from our Disneyland vacation with just the 4 of us and doing a recap on how the trip was! Instead of doing a day by day breakdown, we have 7 questions we’ve asked each other as we reflect on this trip. These questions are a great way to reflect on any trip you and your family take. It’s great to be able to connect on the great and not so great moments of the trip and dream about what we’d want for the next trip in the future. We hope you enjoy listening to our crazy adventures (includ...
Feb 02, 2023•44 min
Ladies! This one's for you! Carrie is interviewing Krista Naldjian of Money Mindful Moms and is sharing with us how women (specifically moms) can be a part of the money conversations and being a contributor to their family income. Krista shares her story, her biggest money regret (and it’s super surprising too), and how we can have fun with budgeting without sacrificing joy in our life. “Money can be an intimidating space when you can’t relate to the person sharing. I hope to share why it’s so i...
Jan 26, 2023•31 min
Today we’re taking another look at one of our roots: Openness. We’ve taken on the mindset of being extremely generous with our STUFF. We desire to be people who hold open hands with the things that we own and be able to bless people because of it. We pray this episode blesses you and inspires you to freely share your things. Highlights: Openness being a root Not holding onto things too tightly Giving freely, rather than for money Sharing our home Sharing items References: Episode 19: Cultivating...
Jan 19, 2023•21 min
Ever since having kids, we’ve made the decision to have one of us stay home full time to be with our kids. In the beginning, we assumed this was the “holy” thing to do for our kids and it has since evolved into being a decision that has refined us, stretched us, and made us look more like Jesus. We know that all family makeups are different, so there is absolutely NO shame or guilt for doing things differently in your family, this is what has worked well for us. Highlights: Stay at home parents ...
Jan 12, 2023•23 min
We’ve got more questions for you to ask your spouse and loved ones! This is a great way to kick off the new year and spark great conversations! Questions: What is one thing in the past 5 years that has had the greatest effect on you? What is a dream of yours? What is your go-to outfit? What is a trait you got from your parents that you’re thankful for? What was the best vacation you ever took? What's your favorite holiday treat? Would you say you’re more of an extrovert or an introvert? What is ...
Jan 05, 2023•27 min
24 | 4 Questions to Ask Yourself as You Reflect on 2022 Happy last episode 2022! In this episode we will be diving deeper into different questions we ask ourselves as we reflect on the past year and gear up for an intentional 2023! Questions: What are the best moments or memories from the year? What are you grateful for? What are you looking forward to as you look forward to the new year? What will be your focus for the next year? References: Atomic Habits by James Clear Find Your People by Jenn...
Dec 29, 2022•26 min
Merry Christmas! We’re grateful for you and for listening to the podcast each week! This week we’re talking about all the different holiday traditions we both had growing up and how we’ve had to come together to make different and new traditions as we became our own family. We’d love to know from you! What are some of your favorite Christmas traditions? Send Carrie a DM on instagram @carrievajko and let us know! Highlights: Jon’s family traditions Relearning how to do Christmas traditions The cr...
Dec 22, 2022•25 min
Spending time with family during the holidays can bring up tons of emotions - hurt, frustration, joy, stress, happiness. In this episode we’re chatting through best practices or tips when it comes to spending time with family, setting boundaries, and making the most of quality family time. If this is a season that brings up negative emotions, listen in, because we give practical tips you can implement THIS YEAR to make the most out of this season. Highlights: It will look different for everyone ...
Dec 15, 2022•17 min
Do you know how you best feel loved? Today, we’re walking through the 5 Love Languages from the book by Gary Chapman. This is a TOOL to be able to love your spouse and love other people around you. We share how we’ve navigated loving each other through each of these lenses. Plus alllll the way at the end, we have a special guest join us! “How can we show the love of Jesus to others in a way that means the most to them?” -Carrie The Five Love Languages: Acts of Service Receiving Gifts Physical To...
Dec 08, 2022•29 min
Struggling to find time to be intentional with your spouse without your kids? We’re diving into creative ways you can be intentional with your spouse and your family. We go over different times of day to spend time together, partnering with other people to watch the kids, or bringing along your family for family fun. Highlights: Maximizing moments you already have childcare provided Finding activities that you and your spouse enjoy together Working together and navigating communication Exploring...
Dec 01, 2022•22 min
Happy Thanksgiving! Today, we’re talking all about how to cultivate a generous mindset and how practically we can live out being generous. This is a topic that is very important to us because it’s modeled for us in the life of Jesus and how sacrificial He was on our behalf. We encourage you to learn how to be generous in your finances, time and energy. Highlights: The lie, “Once I’m _____ then I’ll be generous” Scarcity vs abundance mindset Provide for the practical needs around you The new savi...
Nov 24, 2022•22 min
We’re taking a deep dive into one of our roots, Playfulness. We’re talking through 6 different ways you can seek adventure and fun in everyday moments. We’ve got 6 different ways that we incorporate fun into our everyday lives. We talk all about our roots in Episode 1 of the podcast, so make sure you go back and listen to it to learn more! 6 Ways to Add Fun into Everyday Moments Silliness Fun list of activities Laughter Dance parties Spontaneous Yes Friends Submit your question at couplesbecomin...
Nov 17, 2022•24 min
Today, we’re diving into all things premarital counseling. The good, bad and ugly of our experience and what you can be on the lookout for when searching for people to partner with during that season. Even if you’re married, this is still a great episode to tune into and learn about the importance of marriage mentors and counseling. If you find yourself in this season and are looking for a counselor, reach out! Jon and Carrie would love to be able to support you! Send us an email jcvhouse@gmail....
Nov 10, 2022•26 min
This episode is FUN! Jon and Carrie ask each other random questions so we can learn more about the other person. If you’re ever stuck on new ways to spark conversations with other people in your life, grab out the notes section in your phone and jot down these questions for later. They’re sure to bring out fun and engaging conversations with those you love! Send us a message and let us know how these questions sparked great conversations in your life! Questions: If you had a whole day with nothi...
Nov 03, 2022•24 min
This is part TWO of our parenting series (go back to Episode 14 to see part one)! In this episode we’re walking through different resources we’ve used to support us in our parenting journey. WE’RE NOT PERFECT! We want to make that crystal clear that we’re always going to be growing in this area and learning more about how we can raise our kids (and the kids we influence) to love Jesus and others. If you work with kids or spend time with kids, these are helpful tips and strategies to use with the...
Oct 27, 2022•26 min
If you currently do not have kids and have been asking yourself, “when is the best time to start having kids?” This is for you! Just like with marriage, we don’t believe anyone is really “ready” to have kids. Sometimes (like us) it’s unexpected or you’re choosing the right time to have kids based on benchmarks you and your partner have decided. Highlights: How we decided we actually wanted kids The mental preparation for having a child Kids force you to mature quicker Experience is the best teac...
Oct 20, 2022•20 min
If you’ve ever been in the stop where you’re thinking to yourself I just don’t understand them!! Then this episode is for you. This concept was one of the biggest things that impacted our relationship (and we wish we knew about it sooner.) Understanding how God created you and uniquely designed you to be is CRITICAL when you’re in relationships with anyone. Spoiler alert: God did not create everyone to be identical. Imagine how boring life would be if that was the case?! Taking the time to use a...
Oct 13, 2022•27 min
Are you constantly feeling stressed and overwhelmed? Always running from one thing to the next without stopping? Or maybe you look at your calendar and feel the busyness and wonder if this is “just how life will always be,” then this episode is for you. Today, we’re diving into one of our family roots of living an unhurried life and living life with margin. We talk about a recent experience where we slipped back into a hustle mentality and the things that opened our eyes to what was being sacrif...
Oct 06, 2022•28 min
One of the things we have been intentional with in our relationship is taking time to get away just the two of us. We know that when we invest in time together, we’re being intentional about strengthening our relationship! We’re modeling it for our kids that mom and dad actually WANT to spend time together and have FUN! Plus, when kids come, have them involved in family vacations! From this episode, we’d love to see you plan your own couples/family getaway (or staycation) and make it something t...
Sep 29, 2022•38 min
One of the most impactful things we learned in our marriage is the importance of asking good, clarifying questions, to be empowered to ask people in your life. Today, we’re using the same framework and understanding how we can use questions to grow deeper in our relationship with Jesus. From this episode, we encourage you to ask questions of God. Opening yourself to be vulnerable, asking questions of doubt, and the purpose of seasons are important to ask to strengthen your relationship with Jesu...
Sep 22, 2022•33 min
This may be a taboo topic for most couples to talk about (especially before getting married.) We want to equip you with tools and strategies to get on the same page when it comes to finances. We are VERY intentional about having hard conversations about how much we make, how we spend our money and how credit cards play into it. I truly encourage you to start with getting on a budget. Take a look at where your money is going and how you can be a good steward of what you’re doing with your hard ea...
Sep 15, 2022•36 min
To celebrate Carrie’s birthday and our 6th year anniversary, we headed to an adults only trip to Disney World. While we expected the trip to be magical, romantic, and adventures, it was filled with unexpected surprises (like an ER visit). We share all the highs, lows, and the joys of this trip and hope you can laugh alongside us too. Highlights: Going to Disney World in the summer Disney World vs Disneyland Cash flowing a Disney trip Staying on property vs off property Recap of our trip ER visit...
Sep 08, 2022•45 min
Hannah from the Reclaimed to Reign Podcast is asking the question, “How did you know each other was ‘the one’?” SPOILER - we don’t think there’s such a thing as a “the one.” Highlights: The philosophy behind “the one” What characteristics should you look for when you’re looking for someone to marry Should I be making a list of qualities of what I ideally want? Love is a choice, not a feeling Rapid Fire: If you could travel to one place outside of the US, all expenses paid for, where would you go...
Sep 01, 2022•22 min
It’s question time! We love to be able to give you questions that spark curiosity so you can ask those you love in your life. Question: What has been your favorite book you’ve read this year? If you don’t consider yourself a reader, this episode is for you. Being a learner is a key principle we have in our relationship so we can stay intentional! Whether through podcasts, books, courses, or classes, we know that when you’re desiring to deepen your relationship first with Christ and then with eac...
Aug 25, 2022•30 min
We’re celebrating 6 years of marriage this weekend! Anytime there’s an anniversary, we love to look back on the last year and share things that we have loved, learned and walked through. Today, we share our 6 things we have learned throughout being married. Understanding that your spouse sees the world differently than you. Learn how to set clear and realistic expectations with those you love. Ask better questions and actually listen to the answer. Don’t be afraid to have difficult conversations...
Aug 18, 2022•25 min
Whoa, this is super practical and actionable. We’ve got our teacher hats on for this one where we’re sharing our tips on fighting fairly in your relationships. How and Why Americans Fight Article Highlights: Removing WHY from your vocabulary Understanding motivation Owning 100% of what you did Giving space for silence Rapid Fire Questions: What is your favorite fast food restaurant? Where would you take someone who was visiting your hometown? Submit your question at couplesbecomingintentional.co...
Aug 11, 2022•33 min
It’s question time! We love to be able to give you questions that spark curiosity so you can ask those you love in your life. Question: What activities do you both like doing? Since being together, we’ve had to find cheap and easy ways to do things together. Like mini golf, pool, or even as simple as watching a TV show together or learning a card game. We also know the importance of finding things to do yourself, so we share what we personally love to do too! We hope this episode gives you some ...
Aug 11, 2022•27 min
What should I do after high school? Where do I go to college? What do I do if I don’t like the degree I’m in? Making ends meet in a new town with new career opportunities. Being a stay at home mom. Network Marketing and working an online business. What we do for work now and how it is WAY different than what we would have ever dreamed. We’re answering all of these questions today on the podcast. This is truly an overview of what our life has looked like over the last 6 years and all the crazy jo...
Aug 11, 2022•49 min
Welcome to episode #1 of Couples Becoming Intentional! This podcast has been years in the making and today we're sharing more about who we are, our story and our mission behind CBI! One of the practical things we share in this episode is creating your family roots system. We dive deep into the 6 things that make up our "tree" and how you can take next steps on making your own for your family. You can create your own family legacy tree at deeplyrootedlegacy.com Submit your question at couplesbeco...
Aug 07, 2022•27 min
