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In this episode, you’ll learn the truth about relationships that no one ever tells you.
Today, Mel and her husband Chris, who have been together for 30 years, are answering your biggest relationship questions and giving you their secret to a happy relationship.
Packed with fresh advice you never saw coming, Mel and Chris talk about how they learned these lessons the hard way, and share the relationship truths they wished they knew sooner to create a healthy romantic relationship.
Mel and Chris break down their relationship truths into small, actionable things you can do to make your relationship stronger today.
These are the real conversations about love, resentment, and growth that most couples avoid. After today, you will know:
How to handle resentment before it ruins your relationship
What to do when one of you is growing and the other isn’t
How to deal with pressure from your family and outside opinions
The small habits that make relationships last
The biggest mistake couples make without realizing it
Whether you're single, in a relationship, or somewhere in between, this episode will change how you think about love.
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I’m just your friend. I am not a licensed therapist, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. Got it? Good. I’ll see you in the next episode.
In this episode:
00:00 Welcome
1:52 Secrets of a Happy Relationship
3:45 The Million Dollar Question for All Couples
5:20 Commitment vs. Compatibility in Your Relationship
8:45 Mel’s Husband Went Sober, and This Happened
12:08 What To Do If The Person You Are With Never Changes
16:52 Skills For Healthy Relationships
18:45 When Your Relationship Feels Off & Disconnected
21:55 How to Set Better Boundaries With Your Partner
29:05 If You Feel Like You Are Losing Your Purpose, Try This
34:48 Why You Feel Disappointment in Your Relationship
38:15 How to Handle Unmet Expectations With Your Partner.
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