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Partnership Aligned

Elana Israelwww.buzzsprout.com
When you're ready to do the inner work it takes to have the deepest of connections with your partner, this podcast will show you how. This show offers women a deep dive into the inner workings of a healthy, committed partnership. Elana Israel, Relationship and Intimacy Coach, plunges underneath the surface of everyday relationship challenges and tackles the underlying fears and pains that must be worked through in order to feel relaxed and aligned. Episodes will cover self-empowerment and authenticity, better communication, deeper intimacy and radical self-acceptance. The show will also examine how past relationships affect the present, handling difficult conversations, respectful fighting and spiritual tools that create powerful shifts. Elana has 10+ years’ background as a master’s level therapist and is a certified life coach. She also brings in her own experience and growth, sharing wisdom from both professional and personal involvement with these topics.

Episodes

Ep 108 - 3 Tips to Having the Best Vacation With Your Partner

Vacation can be relaxing, invigorating, and connective. OR it can be irritating and stressful. How can you make sure your vacation brings you and your partner closer together? Hit play to hear my 3 VERY EFFECTIVE tips to having the best vacation with your partner! Free Resources: FREE Masterclass: 5 Ways to Deepen the Connection with Your Partner 21 Questions That Will Bring You and Your Partner Closer Than Ever! 4-Step Guide To Self-Empowerment, Better Communication and Deeper Intimacy With You...

Jun 08, 20259 minSeason 1Ep. 108

Ep 107 - The Deeper Purpose of Marital Struggles

When things feel difficult in your marriage, it's all too easy to become discouraged and even spiral out a bit. But there is another way. You can use those hard times to become closer to God and and become the most spiritual version of yourself. Which in turn will lead you back to a better marriage. In this episode, I share a recording from a lecture I gave to a wonderful community of God-loving women in Denmark hosted by a fellow marriage coach, Claire Jorgensen. In this talk, I lay out all the...

May 14, 202524 minSeason 1Ep. 107

Ep 106 - Five Phrases To Make Your Partner Hear You

Do you ever feel like you’re speaking… but not really being heard by your partner? In this episode, I’m sharing five powerful phrases that instantly shift the tone of your conversations and help your partner actually hear you. These are the phrases that reduce defensiveness, increase connection, and create emotional safety—even in tough moments. Whether you're navigating a disagreement or trying to express a need, these tools will help you communicate with more clarity, calm, and confidence. Wan...

Apr 06, 202512 minSeason 1Ep. 106

Ep 105 - Romance That Works

It's almost Valentine's day and everyone is talking about romance. But what is romance, really? Forget the societal norms and get curious about what would really fill your partner up. And tell them what would fill you up. Hit play to hear all about romance in real marriages as opposed to the Valentines images we see. Mentioned on this episode: Ep 6 - Are Your Expectations Causing You Pain? Free Resources: FREE Masterclass: 5 Ways to Deepen the Connection with Your Partner 21 Questions That Will ...

Feb 12, 20259 minSeason 1Ep. 105

Ep 104 - Difficult Topics, Successful Communication

"Whatever it is you and your partner are not talking about - THAT is your relationship." - Susan Scott I love this quote and I believe that almost anything can be talked out. But it requires having the skills to have an emotionally charged conversation effectively. This episode gives you four guidelines to having a difficult conversation in a successful way. Hit play to hear what they are and why it's so important to have the conversation! Mentioned on this episode: How to End the Conflict in Yo...

Jan 27, 202515 minSeason 1Ep. 104

Ep 103 - How to Make 2025 the Year Your Marriage Thrives

❌ Skip the bullshit resolutions and focus on what's reallly important in 2025 - your marriage. It's the nucleus of the family and affects your quality of life. 👉 There are 3 characteristics you'll need to work on this year for your marriage to thrive. Hit play to learn what they are and why they're important. No more settling. Let's do this. Free Resources: FREE Masterclass: 5 Ways to Deepen the Connection with Your Partner 21 Questions That Will Bring You and Your Partner Closer Than Ever! 4-S...

Jan 14, 202514 minSeason 1Ep. 103

Ep 102 - How to Have a Great Holiday with Your Partner

There is so much pressure around the holiday season to have a certain experience represented by a certain image. This episode is all about stripping that away and focusing on your expectations & communication with your partner Hit play to have a mindset shift about what's REALLY important this holiday season! Free Resources: FREE Masterclass: 5 Ways to Deepen the Connection with Your Partner 21 Questions That Will Bring You and Your Partner Closer Than Ever! 4-Step Guide To Self-Empowerment,...

Dec 12, 20248 minSeason 1Ep. 102

Ep 101 - Seven Relationship Lessons I learned in Seven Years of Sobriety

Today I am celebrating 7 years of continuous sobriety!! 🙌 In this episode, I am recounting seven of the relationship lessons I've learned over the past seven years. Hit play to hear what they are with explanation (unscripted for the first time!) and for a very special offer 🎉 Free Resources: FREE Masterclass: 5 Ways to Deepen the Connection with Your Partner 21 Questions That Will Bring You and Your Partner Closer Than Ever! 4-Step Guide To Self-Empowerment, Better Communication and Deeper Int...

Oct 30, 202420 minSeason 1Ep. 101

Ep 100 - Healing From Resentment; a real client story with Laurie D.

Meet Laurie. She came to me with one of the deepest marital resentments I've ever coached anyone through. It was debilitating and consumed her day and night. And it was ruining her marriage. Finally, after a decade of suffering, she decided to do something about it. It wasn't easy - it took 3 months and a lot of coaching - but Laurie DID free herself from this resentment! If you think your marriage can't get better, I call bullshit. If you're willing to use the tools I teach, your relationship c...

Aug 24, 202439 minSeason 1Ep. 100

Ep 99 - How My Failed Marriage Turned Me Into a Badass Coach

This is a re-air from episode 25. On this episode, I tell my marriage story and how it led me to figuring out the secret to inner peace in any marital situation. Hit play for a more vulnerable episode where you can get to know me and how I came to be a marriage coach - post my own failed marriage! Free Resources: FREE Masterclass: 5 Ways to Deepen the Connection with Your Partner 21 Questions That Will Bring You and Your Partner Closer Than Ever! 4-Step Guide To Self-Empowerment, Better Communic...

May 28, 202414 minSeason 1Ep. 99

Ep 98 - Five Powerful Mindset Shifts

The way you think about things single-handedly dictates your experience. Over the years, I have helped hundreds of people change their mindset and change their results. In this episode, I give you the five most powerful mindset shifts I've helped people make. Pick the one you need most and start working through it! Need some help taking the mindset shift and making it applicable in your life? I've got your back. Right now, I am running a Summer Lovin' Special where you get $600 off if you sign u...

May 13, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 98

Ep 97 - Summer Lovin'

I want you to look back on this summer and say "that was the summer where everything changed for us. We got the help, worked on our marriage, and fell back in love." This is completely available to you. All you need to do is go back to basics and build that 3-part foundation - intention, vulnerability, communication. Imagine what it would be like to feel relaxed on your summer vacation because you're not fighting or feeling distant. In this episode, I make you a VERY special offer that will lead...

May 06, 20247 minSeason 1Ep. 97

Ep 96 - Loneliness in Marriage

Do you feel lonely in your partnership? Loneliness has nothing to do with actually being alone - it's about genuine connection. On this episode, I tell you exactly how to work your way out of loneliness and into connection with your partner. Hit play to hear my method, journal prompts I use with clients, and a conversation prompt to help you begin talking to your partner in a way that will bring you together. Free Resources: FREE Masterclass: 5 Ways to Deepen the Connection with Your Partner 21 ...

Apr 29, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 97

🔥FREE Masterclass on Creating the Sex Life You Crave

Join me in my new FREE Masterclass titled: " How to Create the Sex Life You Crave" Register Here! We will cover: Getting in touch with what you want & like in bed How to stop avoiding sex Your relationship with sex & how its holding you back How to communicate to your partner your sexual needs How to say no to sex without shutting your partner down Managing your sex life while raising kids Creating a sex life you feel excited about! We go live this Friday April 19th at 11am EST/8am PST I...

Apr 15, 20243 minSeason 1Ep. 96

Ep 95 - Four Steps to Bringing Back the Communication

How long has it been since you and your partner really sat down to check in with each other about how you're feeling in the marriage? Lack of communication is the reason for resentment, misunderstanding, disconnect, and even hostility. Do you feel like you need some help with re-engaging in meaningful communication with your partner? Or do you have sit-downs but they end up in blow ups? If so, this episode is for you. Hit play to hear what I do with my clients to help them implement communicatio...

Apr 08, 202410 minSeason 1Ep. 95

Ep 94 - How to Gain Control Over Your Emotions

Do you feel like a pressure cooker always about to boil over with difficult emotions? This is common and is a direct result of you NOT processing your emotions. The answer to gaining control over your emotions is to feel them. But how the heck do you do that? In this episode, I give you a step-by-step technique for releasing some of that pressure and gaining control over your emotions. You'll hear me process some disappointment that I'm experiencing in my relationship in real time. Even the epis...

Apr 01, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 94

Ep 93 - Getting Out of the Victim Role

Are you stuck in the victim mindset? If so, your relationship is suffering. Victim mentality keeps you in the problem and out of solution. It keeps you stuck. But you can get out. Hit play to find out what the victim mentality is, where it comes from, and what to do about it! Get more info on my brand new group program! Free Resources: FREE Masterclass: 5 Ways to Deepen the Connection with Your Partner 21 Questions That Will Bring You and Your Partner Closer Than Ever! 4-Step Guide To Self-Empow...

Mar 11, 202410 minSeason 1Ep. 93

Ep 92 - How to Feel Better About Yourself

Are you constantly overthinking and feeling slighted by your partner? I know a TRUTH that allows me to feel good about myself, regardless of what other people are saying or doing. Hit play to hear all about it! Get more info about my new group coaching program: MASTER YOUR MARRIAGE & YOUR MIND Mentioned on this episode: Ep 73 - How to End the Conflict Ep 49 - The Right Way to Set a Boundary Free Resources: FREE Masterclass: 5 Ways to Deepen the Connection with Your Partner 21 Questions That ...

Mar 05, 202414 minSeason 1Ep. 92

Ep 91 - Master Your Marriage & Your Mind

Enrollment is officially open 🥳 My new group program- Master Your Marriage & Your Mind - will have you connecting more deeply with your partner by managing your thoughts and learning how to communicate effectively. Hit play to hear why I am starting a group program and how it works. Click here for all the details & to sign up! Free Resources: FREE Masterclass: 5 Ways to Deepen the Connection with Your Partner 21 Questions That Will Bring You and Your Partner Closer Than Ever! 4-Step Gui...

Feb 27, 20244 minSeason 1Ep. 91

Ep 90 - 5 Ways to Connect With Your Partner Today

Are you and your partner in the roommate zone? If so, this episode is for you. I usually dive into the deeper side of relationships but there is a time and place for focusing on little behaviors too. Hit play to hear five QUICK & EASY ways to connect with your partner today! Mentioned on this episode: Ep 34 - Five Steps to Releasing Resentment Ep 88 - Create the Sex Life You Crave Free Resources: FREE Masterclass: 5 Ways to Deepen the Connection with Your Partner 21 Questions That Will Bring...

Feb 20, 20248 minSeason 1Ep. 90

Ep 89 - Are You & Your Partner in Different Relationships?

Ever walk away from a convo with your partner only to realize later that you both had COMPLETELY different takeaways from it? How could they possibly have walked away from that experience without seeing what you were seeing? In this episode I talk about the psychology of being in completely different relationships with EACH OTHER! Hit play to learn how this happens, what to do about it, and how to feel better all on your own! Plus a VERY exciting announcement 🤩 Free Resources: FREE Masterclass:...

Feb 13, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 89

Ep 88 - Create the Sex Life You Crave

Does sex feel like a chore for you? A box to check off... kinda like laundry? Been there, done that. Won't do it again. In this episode, I empower you to tune into what turns you on, communicate it with your partner, and work through your limiting beliefs around sex. An exciting sex life with your partner is COMPLETELY available to you. You just need to shift your mindset and your energy around it. Hit play to hear how! Free Resources: FREE Masterclass: 5 Ways to Deepen the Connection with Your ...

Feb 06, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 88

Ep 87 - Let Your Partner In

Does your partner know you? I mean REALLY know you? Are you honest and real with them about how you feel? Do you open up but only to a point? Do you shut down often? What would happen if you let your partner into your inner world? If you stopped expecting them to read your mind and instead you took the opportunity to share? This episode explains why it feels so much easier NOT to be totally honest about your feelings. Then it tells you exactly what you've been missing by stifling yourself. Beaut...

Jan 30, 202410 minSeason 1Ep. 87

Ep 86 - Change Your Marriage Story

How do you describe your partner and your marriage? When you think and talk about your relationship, do you use empowering verbiage or do you speak like a victim? On this episode, I teach you a tool called The Debate Team Technique and I show you how to use it by using my marriage story. This is a powerful tool that takes a situation that feels powerless and difficult and makes it work FOR you! Mentioned on this episode: Ep 25 - How My Failed Marriage Turned Me into a Badass Coach Free Resources...

Jan 23, 202410 minSeason 1Ep. 86

Ep 85 - Fix Your Marriage Without Fixing Your Partner

I'm here to bust the myth that both partners need to be working on the relationship in order for it to improve 🤯 Don't believe me? For years, I've been helping women do just that by teaching them a specific tool and coaching them to emotional freedom. Hit play to hear all about my methodology and the first step I use in my program. Mentioned on this episode: Ep 80 - The Silent Treatment Free Resources: FREE Masterclass: 5 Ways to Deepen the Connection with Your Partner 21 Questions That Will Br...

Jan 16, 202418 minSeason 1Ep. 85

Ep 84 - Skip the Resolutions & Create Lasting Change

New Year, New Focus! 🥳 Forget resolutions, let's celebrate your 2023 wins and set a mindful course for 2024. In this episode, I challenge you to invest in your marriage. Why? Because a strong relationship starts with self-improvement. 💡Learn the power of vulnerability—show up as your true self, build intimacy. 💡Cultivate curiosity—let go of assumptions, connect deeply. 💡Stay teachable—seek knowledge, evolve your mindset. It's time to make 2024 the year your marriage thrives. Check out the fu...

Jan 02, 202413 minSeason 1Ep. 84

Ep 83 - Don't Give Up; You Are The Solution (with Brianna B.)

Unpopular Opinion: It only takes one person to fix a relationship! If you are in a relationship or in a marriage where your partner is not in a position to work on themselves, either because they don't have the capacity or they are not willing to, that does not mean that things are hopeless at all!! And the quicker that you can put down your need for them to change and take all of that energy and put it into how are you going to change, the quicker you're going to see a better relationship with ...

Dec 26, 202331 minSeason 1Ep. 83

Ep 82 - How To Have a Great Holiday With Your Partner

Studies show that couples fight more during the holiday season. This is interesting since the holidays are supposed to naturally breed happiness and cheer, right? Wrong. Because our expectations are unrealistic. In fact, they are fantasy. But there is a better way! Hit play to find out how to ditch the fantasy and REALLY have a great holiday with your partner and your family. Mentioned on this episode: Ep 6 - Are Your Expectations Causing You Pain? Free Resources: FREE Masterclass: 5 Ways to Dee...

Dec 19, 20237 minSeason 1Ep. 82

Ep 81 - Power Dynamics

Do you feel like the power dynamic is lopsided in your marriage? The most common form of power dynamics that I coach on is when one partner makes the money and the other holds down the fort at home. This can get tricky in terms of power dynamics - but it doesn't need to! No matter what area you feel inferior or insecure in, you can even it out. Hit play and learn how! Mentioned on this episode: Ep 42 - Solutions For the Default Parent Free Resources: FREE Masterclass: 5 Ways to Deepen the Connec...

Dec 12, 202310 minSeason 1Ep. 81

Ep 80 - The Silent Treatment

The silent treatment was always my go-to. Before I had actual tools to handle conflict and disappointment, I just shut down. For me, this was a learned behavior... and I had NO IDEA how damaging it was to my partner. I thought that by ignoring and "punishing" my partner, he would somehow see things my way and come running to me as if we were in some RomCom. Real relationships take real work. If you find yourself giving your partner the silent treatment often, this episode is the real talk you've...

Dec 05, 202311 minSeason 1Ep. 80
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