#39 What Most Couples Get Wrong Before Marriage With Dr. Michelle Richards

#39 What Most Couples Get Wrong Before Marriage With Dr. Michelle Richards

Marriage isn’t just about love. It’s about preparation, compatibility, and knowing what you’re really signing up for. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Michelle Richards, a licensed marriage and family therapist with 35+ years of experience, about the most common mistakes couples make before marriage. From emotional blind spots to family dynamics and avoidance in conflict, we cover the conversations you need to have now, before it’s too late.

#38: The Lie About Gender Roles That’s Ruining Relationships

n this episode, I’m unpacking a lie that too many of us carry into relationships without realizing it. We’re told men should do one thing, women another. But what happens when those roles don’t reflect your real life, your strengths, or your relationship? I’m breaking down how rigid gender roles can create disconnection, why so many couples silently struggle because of outdated expectations, and how to build a more flexible, personalized dynamic that actually works. If you’re ready to stop performing and start creating real connection, this episode is for you.

#37: This ONE Habit Is Destroying Your Love Life

There’s one habit I see ruin dating and long-term relationships over and over again. Most people don’t even know they’re doing it. In this episode, I’m sharing how emotional avoidance and silence in relationships can quietly create distance, block connection, and leave people wondering what went wrong. If you’ve ever held back what you really feel to avoid conflict or keep the peace, this episode is for you. I’ll walk through real examples from my work as a therapist and coach, and offer practical relationship advice to help you stop self-sabotaging and start creating more honest, healthy connection.

#36: My Reaction to ‘5 Things Christian Women Need to STOP Wearing'

After seeing a viral video titled “5 Things Christian Women Need to STOP Wearing,” I couldn’t stay quiet. In this episode, I’m sharing my honest reaction — not to tear anyone down, but to open a real conversation about modesty, accountability, and why we need to stop blaming women for other people’s choices. We talk about: * Why intention matters more than appearance * The danger of shame-based messaging * What true self-control looks like * And why it’s time to grow past the blame game

#35: The Parenting Mistake You Don’t Realize Is Harming Your Child

There’s something I hear often — and most parents don’t even realize they’re doing it. It sounds like this: “You never listen.” “You always do this.” “No one else has this problem.” In this episode, I’m unpacking one of the most common parenting mistakes I see — and how the words we say (even casually) can quietly shape our children’s identity, confidence, and emotional health. It’s not about being perfect — it’s about being more mindful of the things we say when we think they’re not listening.