In this insightful episode of "Stronger Marriage Connection," hosts Liz Hale and Dave Schramm engage in a powerful discussion with Dr. Carly LeBaron about the complexities of and navigational strategies for couples facing faith crises and faith transitions in their marriage. Dr. LeBaron, an active marriage and family therapist, sheds light on the emotional and relational dynamics of mixed-faith marriages, and faith transitions in marriage, offering valuable advice for couples to maintain harmony...
Apr 08, 2024•38 min•Season 2Ep. 80
Today Sage Allen discusses the stresses and challenges she's encountered with her son who has severe autism and how this affects her marriage. Sage opens up about the raw realities of day-to-day care, and how important it is to make time for both self-care and date nights. Sage shares tips for other parents who find themselves overwhelmed and exhausted, including intentionally finding the good in each day and reaching out for support systems, including online groups. About Sage Allen Sage Ericks...
Apr 01, 2024•45 min•Season 2Ep. 79
This episode highlights Mark and Jill Savage, a couple who have worked through some very difficult challenges in their marriage, including infidelity. They have been married nearly 40 years now. Together they share why they decided to make things work rather than divorce and open up about how they've been able to make their marriage stronger. Whether you've experienced infidelity or you're just going through some rough patches, you'll benefit from the many insights from our discussion. About Mar...
Mar 25, 2024•56 min•Season 2Ep. 78
Dave and Liz talk with Amberly Lambertsen about the importance of prioritizing fun in your relationship. From laughing at the little things and making time for fun date nights to sharing silly memes to planning and talking about your next fun getaway. Couples who laugh and play together are more likely to stay together. About Amberly Lambertsen: Amberly Lambertsen is a Certified Family Life Educator. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Family Studies and her Master's of Education with an empha...
Mar 18, 2024•33 min•Season 2Ep. 77
Monica Tanner joins Liz and Dave to talk about getting what you want in your relationship. She’ll tackle how to manage strong emotions, moving from complaints to requests, and the importance of compassionate curiosity. She will also share a four-step framework for getting what you want in your relationship. Her mission is to lower the divorce rate and improve marital satisfaction through her engaging podcast vibrant social media, community, and practical programs. About Monica Tanner: Monica Tan...
Mar 11, 2024•37 min•Season 2Ep. 76
Today, Jeff Forte joins us to chat about everything from parenting and relationship stress to 10 second hugs and intentionally making the most of every interaction with your spouse or partner. Jeff Forte is a relationship expert and author of the books, the 90 Minute marriage miracle and be happy forever. Jeff has experienced both a divorce and the death of his second wife. About Jeff Forte: Jeff Forte, is an Executive Peak Performance Coach, Leadership Expert, Author, and Speaker. He writes abo...
Mar 04, 2024•43 min•Season 2Ep. 75
Today Dr. David Dollahite joins Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to discuss the connection between faith and marriage. About David Dollahite: Dr. David Dollahite, is a professor of family life at Brigham Young University. He received an MS and MFT and as a family life coach. He is co director of the American families of faith project. He has more than 200 publications for scholarly and public audiences. He has written or edited nine books on Family Life and Religion, including Home Centered Gos...
Feb 26, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 74
Today Jeff and Tammy join Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to discuss helpful tips for blended or “stewed” families. About Jeff and Tammy Hill: Jeff and Tammy Hill have been enjoying the ups and downs of remarriage and stepfamily living for 17 years. Together, they have 12 children and both recently retired from teaching at Brigham Young University. They both continue to stay busy. Jeff helps with money workshops, and Tammy is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and conducts love retreats,...
Feb 19, 2024•47 min•Season 2Ep. 73
Today Utah Marriage Commission Manager, Alan Hawkins joins Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to discuss the challenges of an open relationship. About Alan Hawkins: Alan Hawkins is the manager of the Utah Marriage Commission. He recently retired after 33 years as a professor at Brigham Young University. He earned a PhD in Human Development and Family Studies at Pennsylvania State University in 1990. Professor Hawkins scholarship and outreach efforts focused on educational interventions and polici...
Feb 12, 2024•42 min•Season 2Ep. 72
Lori joins Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to discuss the common issues that result in a mid-life or “gray” divorce. About Lori Schade: Lori Schade is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AAMFT approved therapy supervisor running a therapy practice in Pleasant Grove Utah called Compassionate Connections Counseling. She specializes in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and supervises therapists towards certification in the model. She has been an adjunct faculty member in the Marriage a...
Feb 05, 2024•29 min•Season 2Ep. 71
Ariel joins Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to discuss the complex dynamics of sex in a relationship and how women can feel empowered in their sexuality. Sign up for Ariel's FREE MASTERCLASS NOW THRU February 12, 2024: https://outlook.office.com/mail/safelink.html?url=https://ladiestalkinglove.com/masterclass&corid=6a8a53f5-c147-1b8a-d10f-5cc24b4e1cb5 Starting February 5, 2024 earn a special $20 discount from using this link: https://ladies-talking-love.ck.page/products/womens-sexuality-co...
Jan 29, 2024•33 min
Natasha joins Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to talk about the struggles that women face with feelings of inadequacy and simple tips to overcoming these feelings. About Natasha Dansie: Natasha offers concrete tips and real life examples of everyday interactions that often lead to mothers thinking they aren't enough. Natasha Dansie is a certified family life educator. She has taught relationship education classes through Utah State University for the past 11 years, working with a variety of au...
Jan 22, 2024•35 min
Tyler joins Dr. Dave Schramm to talk about the challenges of addiction and shame in marriage and the skill set required to overcome addictions with a stronger marriage connection. About Tyler Patrick: Tyler is a Marriage and Family Therapist has dedicated his career to mastering and understanding of recovery from sexual addiction and betrayal trauma. He has come to believe that the men and women who embrace and live the principles of recovery do far more than get their lives back. They become th...
Jan 15, 2024•34 min•Season 2Ep. 68
On today’s episode of the stronger marriage connection, Dr. Chelom Leavitt, J.D., Ph.D., will explore with Dr. Dave and Dr. Liz how to intentionally slow your mind and body to build awareness and create better connection during sex. About Chelom Leavitt: Dr. Chelom Leavitt, J.D., Ph.D. teaches in the School of Family Life at Brigham Young University. Dr. Leavitt received her Ph.D. from Penn State where she focused her research on how mindfulness is linked to sexual functioning and satisfaction. ...
Jan 08, 2024•37 min
On today’s episode of the stronger marriage connection, Dave and Liz with Tammy Hill, educator, LMFT, ASSECT, and author discuss how to overcome rejection, desire difference, and stale sex. Explore new ways to replenish your partner and build beauty in your sexual connection. About Tammy Hill: Tammy Hill is passionate about strengthening marriage relationships. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an active member of the American Association of Sexual Educators, Counselors and The...
Jan 01, 2024•42 min•Season 2Ep. 66
Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas. Today, Liz, Dave, and Rex share family traditions, memories of celebrations past, and relationship insights. December is a time of celebration for many that include cultural traditions. The holidays can be many things for many people: great joy, chaos, solemn reflection or new beginnings. Join us as we discuss Christmas memories, traditions, and share some tips to help you navigate your relationship during the holidays. Visit our site for FREE relationship res...
Dec 25, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 65
Rex joins Dave and Liz today to discuss tips for managing In-laws and family gatherings. Relationships with extended family can be tricky or sometimes difficult and anxiety inducing. Dr. John Gottman says, "Every marriage is a cross-cultural experience." Whether we come from similar cultures or not, together we create a brand new culture within our new families. The holidays bring opportunities to spend time with our extended family. Though these gatherings can bring many emotions to the service...
Dec 18, 2023•35 min•Season 2Ep. 64
Stacy Goulding joins Dr. Dave Schramm to discuss how she is able to help educate youth about reproductive health. She also shares some tips for couples to have positive intimate relationships. About Stacy Goulding: Stacy is a licensed health educator that has spent the last decade teaching at-risk youth about reproductive health. She's passionate about preparing couples for a positive intimate relationship in their marriage. She believes everyone deserves comprehensive research based information...
Dec 11, 2023•39 min•Season 2Ep. 63
Laura Parry joins Dr. Dave Schramm to discuss tips that help couples to transition to parenthood. Laura shares her insight and experience on how partners can support each other during this stressful time. About Laura Parry Laura holds a Master's of Social Work from the University of Utah, and in 2019 became certified in perinatal mental health. In addition to helping clients through the perinatal period, she enjoys working with those experiencing faith transitions. She earned a clinical yoga cer...
Dec 04, 2023•41 min•Season 2Ep. 62
Kevin and Racy Parr joining Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to talk about their experience in a blended family and 28 years of marriage. About Kevin & Tracey Parr Kevin and Tracy Parr have been married for 28 years and run a business together in St. George, UT. They have 3 kids together with two that struggle with mental health illnesses. They have years of experience working through differences and the difficulties of re-marriage. Kevin and Tracy have been nicknamed “velcro” because of th...
Nov 27, 2023•42 min•Season 2Ep. 61
Ryan Law joins Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to discuss managing money within strong marriages. He talks about the importance of assuming the best and the 5 Money Habits to financial success. About Ryan Law: Ryan Law is the Director of the Utah Valley University (UVU) Money Success Center. He is an award-winning educator who teaches the Financial Counseling courses as part of the Personal Financial Planning program at UVU. Ryan is a Certified Financial Planner™ professional (CFP®) and an Acc...
Nov 20, 2023•26 min•Season 2Ep. 60
Kris and Adrian Maiava join Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to talk about their experience in meeting with Dr. Liz Hale. They talk about their experience in coming together through therapy and overcoming addiction. About Kris and Adrian Maiava: Kris and Adrian met in Utah although they grew up in Hawaii and Australia. They share an incredible story of working through struggles and addictions, separations and learning to love and trust again. After three years in an intensive treatment program,...
Nov 13, 2023•58 min•Season 2Ep. 59
Dr. Kim Allen joins Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to talk about Family Life Coaching. She talks about what it is, what it isn't, and even a few examples and stories of clients she's worked with. About Kim Allen: Dr. Kimberly Allen is Interim Associate Dean and Director of Academic Programs and Professor in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at North Carolina State University, as well as CO creator of the family life coaching Association, and co-owner of Sweet Gestalt LLC. Dr. Ellen...
Nov 06, 2023•31 min•Season 2Ep. 58
Beth Goss joins Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to talk about tips for bringing a baby home. She discusses the principles taught in Gottman’s “Bringing Baby Home” program. About Beth Goss Beth Goss is a certified Gottman, educator and a training specialist for the bringing baby home program. She is also a full time faculty member at North Seattle College, where she teaches aparent education and child development classes to families raising children from birth to five years. Additionally, she w...
Oct 30, 2023•40 min•Season 2Ep. 57
Mike and Heidi Condie join Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to talk about their experience from almost separating to having a strong healthy marriage. Mike and Heidi vouch that if they can get through the challenges that they have worked through, then anyone can. About Michael and Heidi Condie: Mike and Heidi are a couple from Liz's private practice who were on the brink of divorce. They were suffocating from stress and challenges related to their remarriage and stepfamily and were spiraling do...
Oct 23, 2023•42 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Today Ted Lowe joins Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to discuss how to change your marriage mindset in order to change your relationship. Ted believes that you can change your marriage by first changing your thoughts. About Ted Law: Ted Lowe Ted Lowe is on staff with Family First, where he serves as a speaker, writer, resource creator, and podcast host. He is also the founder of For Us Marriage.com. He is the author of several incredible books, including his most recent release, Us in Mind: Ho...
Oct 16, 2023•43 min•Season 2Ep. 55
Ryan Law joins Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale to discuss how partners can have a healthy money relationship. Ryan talks about the importance of regular financial planning meetings and understanding your partner’s attitudes, beliefs and experiences with money. About Ryan Law: Ryan Law is the Director of the Utah Valley University (UVU) Money Success Center. He is an award-winning educator who teaches the Financial Counseling courses as part of the Personal Financial Planning program at UVU. Ry...
Oct 09, 2023•26 min•Season 2Ep. 54
On today’s episode, the well known author, Kyle Benson joins Dr. Dave and Dr. Liz to discuss the simple principles that make marriage last. Kyle discusses the profound effectiveness of Emotion Focused Therapy in the stabilization of relationships. In addition, he recognizes the benefits of using the research by John and Julie Gottman to maintain a healthy relationship. Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction: Who is Kyle Benson? 3:00 - Combination of Gottman Method and Emotional Based Therapy 8:36 – Wha...
Oct 02, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 53
On today's episode, the Netflix hit Aleeza Ben Shalom, from “Jewish Matchmaking” joins Dr. Dave and Dr. Liz to discuss the magic of matchmaking. Discover what matchmaking is, if it is for you, and how you can build a better marriage based on lessons Aleeza uses during matchmaking. We hope you enjoy! Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction: Who is Aleeza Ben Shalom? 7:12 – Tools for matchmaking with your soul mate. 9:03 – What makes the best match?: Soul mate potential baseline. 13:50 – Is there somethin...
Sep 25, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 52
On today's episode, Dr. Lee Baucom joins us, and we have a great discussion about intentionality and actively creating a stronger marriage connection both physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Join Dr. Dave and Dr. Liz in this journey on strengthening marriage connection, relationships, and personal values. Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction: Who is Lee Baucom 2:30 – Number one concern for new couples 5:12 – Shifts you need to make in the first year of marriage 9:08 – Pause button marriage 12:5...
Sep 18, 2023•43 min•Season 2Ep. 51
