Cosmo & Suzi are taking a little summer sabbatical from the âI Feel Loved WhenâŚâ podcast. But we'll be back in the fall! Listen to our announcement to hear what we'll be working on during this time... God bless, :) cosmo + suzi
May 05, 2025â˘1 min
What do men want? What do women need? And are these unsolvable riddles? Turns out, peace and safety arenât just buzzwordsâtheyâre the heartbeat of healthy Christian relationships. In this episode, we dig into a surprising insight: husbands often crave peace, and wives deeply need safetyâbut both needs grow from the same root⌠trust. We explore what this looks like practically and spiritually, for people who interact with peopleâwhether single, dating, engaged, or married. Join us as we unpack a ...
Apr 28, 2025â˘23 min
Ever find yourself stuck on the question, âBut why did they do that?!â Whether youâre single, dating, engaged, or married, weâve all been thereâbaffled, hurt, or just plain annoyed by the things people do. This week, weâre unpacking a powerful truth: your healing isnât tied to getting an answer to âwhy.â In fact, as much as we want closure or explanations, sometimes the âwhyâ is overrated (and, letâs be honest, probably not as satisfying as we hope). Join Cosmo and Suzi as they draw from wise wo...
Apr 21, 2025â˘27 min
Ever feel like youâve done all the right things in your relationship âread the books, learned the skills, aced the communicationâbut somethingâs still off? Like, youâve got the conflict resolution part down pat⌠but it still feels like somethingâs missing? Maybe itâs not the mechanicsâitâs the heart behind them. This episode dives into a powerful clip from a conversation between Simon Sinek (@simonsinek) and Jay Shetty (@jayshetty) that got us fired up (in the best way!) about the deeper skill s...
Apr 14, 2025â˘36 min
In your relationships, do you create chaos or confusion? In this episode, we dive into a much-needed conversation about real masculinity. Spoiler alert: itâs not about bravado, control, or having something to prove. It's about stability, consistency, and being a safe placeânot just physically, but emotionally, relationally, and spiritually. Inspired by a thought-provoking reel from mindfulness educator Case Kenny (@case.kenny), we explore what it really means for a man to be anchored in Christ a...
Apr 07, 2025â˘26 min
Is your 5-year plan causing a full-blown panic attack⌠today? In this episode, we dive into the sneaky ways fear of the future (and regret from the past) can steal your peace, your presence, and your trust in God. We'll listen to @julienhimself and why we shouldn't fear the future simply because you've already got a 100% success rate of surviving the present! We take his thoughts and interpret them for ourselves, investigating what it means to live in the moment with Christ and let Him be the on...
Mar 31, 2025â˘31 min
Are you asking God for transformation, but hoping it doesn't require your participation? Have you ever prayed for healing while still clinging to the very thing that's hurting you? Itâs like asking God to fix your burnt hand while keeping it in the flame! In this episode, Cosmo and Suzi unpack a powerful quote from Breaking the Patterns That Break You by Tori Hope Petersen: â We cannot beg God to heal us while staying loyal to the patterns that hurt us. â Youâll laugh, reflect, and maybe squirm ...
Mar 24, 2025â˘21 min
Are You Being Manipulated by Guilt? How to Recognize and Resist It Ever had someone try to guilt you into doing something? Maybe itâs the friend who sighs dramatically when you canât drop everything for them, or the family member who reminds youâagainâhow much they sacrificed for you. Guilt can be a powerful tool of manipulation, and as Christians, we can be especially vulnerable to it because we want to do the right thing. But hereâs the truth: God never manipulates us through guilt. So why do ...
Mar 17, 2025â˘22 min
Why do we think boundaries are about making others behave when theyâre actually about our choices? Ever set a boundary only to feel like it didnât work? Maybe you told someone not to do something, and they did it anywayâso much for boundaries, right? Turns out, a lot of us have been thinking about boundaries all wrong! In this episode, we break down a powerful yet simple truth: a real boundary is something you will do, and it doesnât require the other person to do anything. 𤯠Join us as we unpa...
Mar 10, 2025â˘24 min
Ever felt like itâs your full-time job to keep your partner happy? Guess whatâitâs not even in your job description! In this episode of the " I Feel Loved WhenâŚ" Podcast , we break down an Instagram reel from @buildthepositivity w/ Jef DeWitt that challenges the idea that a healthy relationship is all about happiness. Whether youâre dating, engaged, married, or even just navigating friendships and family relationships, we dive into what it actually means to love and support others without carryi...
Mar 03, 2025â˘32 min
If someone had to marry you right nowâwould they be getting a great deal or a fixer-upper? đŹ Turns out, the secret isnât in finding the perfect person but in becoming the person youâd want to marry! In this episode, we dive into a powerful (and slightly humbling) truth: the character traits you seek in a partner should be the ones youâre cultivating in yourself. Whether youâre single, dating, engaged, or married, this conversation will challenge you to look inward and ask, Am I becoming the kin...
Feb 24, 2025â˘15 min
Whatâs the difference between a toxic person and someone whoâs just having a bad day? Letâs clear up the confusion! Weâve all been thereâstuck in a fog of confusion, questioning if weâre the problem, or if something deeper is at play. In this episode, we dive into a thought-provoking discussion sparked by Donald Millerâs insights on identifying toxic people. But hereâs the real question: how do we separate truly toxic behavior from normal conflict in relationships? And more importantly, how do w...
Feb 17, 2025â˘30 min
Ever wonder if something as small as a âGood morningâ text could actually change someoneâs life? Sounds almost too easy, right? But scienceâand more importantly, Scriptureâtell us that intentional connection can make all the difference in battling loneliness and strengthening relationships. In this episode, we dive into why checking in can be a game-changer for emotional and spiritual well-being. Join us as we explore the biblical and practical power of simple daily connection, from friendships ...
Feb 10, 2025â˘28 min
How long does it take to build transformative connection? 8 minutes! In this episode of the "I Feel Loved When..." podcast, we explore how a tiny window of time can bring profound comfort and connection, even in the busiest of days. Whether you're single, dating, engaged, or married, this episode will inspire you to rethink how you show up for othersâand how you ask for help when you're struggling. We take a fun, faith-filled journey through friendship, communication, and the biblical importance...
Feb 03, 2025â˘19 min
Do you know when to listen, when to help, and when to just make sâmores? How often do we rush to fix, solve, or advise when a friend is hurting? In this episode, we take a heartfelt and humorous look at what it means to truly be present in Christian relationships. Inspired by a poignant Instagram reel from psychotherapist Matthias J. Barker (@matthiasjbarker), we explore how simply showing upâwithout judgment or solutionsâcan bring comfort and healing to those we love. Sometimes the best ministr...
Jan 27, 2025â˘25 min
What if at the end of the year, you had a jar filled with evidence of Godâs faithfulness? In this episode, Suzi and Cosmo dive into a fun and faith-filled idea weâre calling the Jar of Joy . Spoiler alert: it involves colorful paper, weekly reflections, and a big dose of gratitude. We'll share how this simple practice can help you spot Godâs hand in your life and celebrate His blessings, big and small. We'll explore how intentionally recording daily joys shifts your focus from lifeâs challenges ...
Jan 20, 2025â˘14 min
Ever feel like New Yearâs resolutions are just promises waiting to be broken? đ
Us too! In this first episode of 2025, weâre kicking off Season 2 with a look back at the previous year and look ahead to what God has in store for the year to come. Forget the guilt-laden âIâll do betterâ lists. Instead, letâs reflect on Godâs guidance, explore how to grow spiritually, and seek to deepen our understanding of His purpose for our lives. Join Cosmo and Suzi as they share candid insights into their yea...
Jan 13, 2025â˘20 min
Hi friends and Happy Holidays! This time of year is one of our favorites, and like many of you, we find ourselves extra busy! To ensure we continue sharing meaningful content with you, weâre re-broadcasting our 5-part mini-series of core concepts over the next 5 weeks. These episodes dive into some of our foundational ideas and concepts, perfect for revisiting or discovering for the first time or sharing with friends and family (hint, hint). Mark your calendarsâseason 2 of the âI Feel Loved When...
Jan 06, 2025â˘16 min
Hi friends and Happy Holidays! This time of year is one of our favorites, and like many of you, we find ourselves extra busy! To ensure we continue sharing meaningful content with you, weâre re-broadcasting our 5-part mini-series of core concepts over the next 5 weeks. These episodes dive into some of our foundational ideas and concepts, perfect for revisiting or discovering for the first time or sharing with friends and family (hint, hint). Mark your calendarsâseason 2 of the âI Feel Loved When...
Dec 30, 2024â˘14 min
Hi friends and Happy Holidays! This time of year is one of our favorites, and like many of you, we find ourselves extra busy! To ensure we continue sharing meaningful content with you, weâre re-broadcasting our 5-part mini-series of core concepts over the next 5 weeks. These episodes dive into some of our foundational ideas and concepts, perfect for revisiting or discovering for the first time or sharing with friends and family (hint, hint). Mark your calendarsâseason 2 of the âI Feel Loved When...
Dec 23, 2024â˘16 min
Hi friends and Happy Holidays! This time of year is one of our favorites, and like many of you, we find ourselves extra busy! To ensure we continue sharing meaningful content with you, weâre re-broadcasting our 5-part mini-series of core concepts over the next 5 weeks. These episodes dive into some of our foundational ideas and concepts, perfect for revisiting or discovering for the first time or sharing with friends and family (hint, hint). Mark your calendarsâseason 2 of the âI Feel Loved When...
Dec 16, 2024â˘18 min
Hi friends and Happy Holidays! This time of year is one of our favorites, and like many of you, we find ourselves extra busy! To ensure we continue sharing meaningful content with you, weâre re-broadcasting our 5-part mini-series of core concepts over the next 5 weeks. These episodes dive into some of our foundational ideas and concepts, perfect for revisiting or discovering for the first time or sharing with friends and family (hint, hint). Mark your calendarsâseason 2 of the âI Feel Loved When...
Dec 09, 2024â˘14 min
Resentment + Bad Decisions = BFFs This week on the "I Feel Loved When..." podcast, we explore the powerful connection between gratitude and decision-making. First, we'll listen to an insightful Instagram reel from Jon Acuff (@jonacuff) where he share's a life-changing quote about gratitude and decision making: "You make the best decisions when you're grateful you make the worst decisions when you're resentful." Whether youâre married, engaged, dating, or single, this episode will help you see ho...
Dec 02, 2024â˘20 min
What is God's will for my life? This weekâs episode dives deep into this so-simple-to-answer question... We start with a thought-provoking Instagram reel by Mike Donehey (@mikedonehey), lead singer of Tenth Avenue North. Spoiler alert: Godâs will might not be about your career path, hobbies, or even your relationship status. Join us as we unpack two transformative Bible passages: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 ...Be joyful always, pray continually, and give thanks in all circumstances for this is God's...
Nov 25, 2024â˘25 min
Do you long for "normal" in your relationships or do you embrace the quirk? In this week's episode, weâre wrapping up our seven-part series on relationship patterns that build strong couples. We dive into the fourth pattern that helps couples âmake itâ... Pattern 7: They made light of each other's quirks. They appreciated and acknowledged the quirks in each other. Even if they were at times annoying they made light of them and were never hypercritical. (From Dr. Nicole LePera â @the.holistic.psy...
Nov 18, 2024â˘36 min
What if fighting in your relationship could actually bring you closer together? In this week's episode, weâre continuing our seven-part series on relationship patterns that build strong couples. We dive into the fourth pattern that helps couples âmake itâ... Pattern 6: T hey fought. They got on each other's nerves, they fought, and were frustrated with each other at times. But they knew how to navigate conflict, bounce back, and move forward. (From Dr. Nicole LePera â @the.holistic.psychologist)...
Nov 11, 2024â˘21 min
True or False? Avoiding difficult conversations will make your relationships better. FALSE! In this week's episode, weâre continuing our seven-part series on relationship patterns that build strong couples. We dive into the fourth pattern that helps couples âmake itâ... Pattern 5: They had difficult conversations. They communicated regularly and were open to each other's perspectives. They didn't cope or avoid or deny. Emotional regulation was present so conversations rarely became explosions. (...
Nov 04, 2024â˘22 min
Ever feel tempted to âfixâ a person youâre in relationship with? In this week's episode, weâre continuing our seven-part series on relationship patterns that build strong couples. We dive into the fourth pattern that helps couples âmake itâ... Pattern 4: They let each other be themselves. There was a base level of respect and admiration for each other rather than a desire to change each other. This Freedom brought out the best parts of each of them. (From Dr. Nicole LePera â @the.holistic.psycho...
Oct 28, 2024â˘21 min
Every couple faces difficult seasonsâbut how do some come out stronger while others fall apart? In this week's episode, weâre continuing our seven-part series on relationship patterns that build strong couples. We dive into the third pattern that helps couples âmake itâ... Pattern 3: They had been through really dark times. They had all been through really difficult periods where they were at a Crossroads and even had second thoughts, but they chose to stay together and work through it. This est...
Oct 21, 2024â˘25 min
What happens to a relationship when friendship is missing? In this week's episode, weâre continuing our seven-part series on relationship patterns that build strong couples. This time, weâre talking all about friendship âbecause couples who âmake itâ donât just love each other; they genuinely like each other, too! Pattern 2: They're friends. They genuinely enjoyed spending time with each other. They were excited to come home and catch up after a long day. Friendship was the basis of their Relati...
Oct 14, 2024â˘23 min
