Respected & Connected Sharon Costanzo
-
- Gesellschaft und Kultur
Respected & Connected is all about navigating challenges in your intimate relationships.
Join the host Sharon Costanzo as we explore practical ways to break down communication barriers, heal resentment, work through conflict, and create a fair and loving partnership.
New episodes drop every Tuesday.
-
127. Understanding and Valuing Personality Differences in Relationships with Erin Woodruff
Do you ever wonder if your marriage would be easier if your spouse was just a little more like you?
In this insightful episode, we delve into the complexities and beauty of personality differences within relationships. Our guest, Erin Woodruff, a life coach who specializes in helping high-achieving women stay happily married to introverts, joins us to share her expertise.
Erin provides valuable tips for improving communication and understanding between introverts and extroverts, emphasizing that it’s normal to struggle with personality differences and that these differences don't need to be changed for harmonious relationships.
Website and Linktree:
Get the full show notes and links to the resources mentioned at https://respectedandconnected.com/podcast/b/ep-127
Sign up for the next Thriving Together Couples Call: https://www.respectedandconnected.com/together
Connect with Sharon
Website: https://www.respectedandconnected.com
Connect on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/respected_and_connected
Connect on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RespectedConnected
Schedule a free call: https://respectedandconnected.com/contact
Guest Links:
Podcast: https://timeforyou.buzzsprout.com/share
IG: https://www.instagram.com/erinwoodruffcoaching/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/erinwoodruffcoaching
Voice Over, Mixing and Mastering Credits:
L. Connor Voice - LConnorvoice@gmail.com
Lconnorvoice.com
Music Credits:
Happy Growth - Music Radio Creative
-
Welcome to Respected & Connected
Welcome to Respected & Connected the podcast dedicated to helping couples build more balanced and equitable relationships. Whether you're in the thick of raising kids and trying to establish a career or you’re considering what you want your empty nester chapter to look like our conversations are here to empower you and validate your experiences.
In each episode, we delve into the complexities of marital conflict and partnership, shedding light on how gender biases and cultural pressures can subtly—yet significantly—impact relationships. Our goal is to provide practical, actionable advice to address power imbalances and foster a more collaborative and fair partnership.
We go beyond surface-level advice by exploring the underlying dynamics that affect your relationship. From gender roles to societal expectations, we tackle the tough topics that most people shy away from, all while offering real-world solutions to implement in your daily life.
Feel heard, seen, and understood as we navigate the challenges and triumphs of marriage together. Our discussions are designed to leave you feeling empowered, knowing you have the tools and insights to create a more harmonious partnership.
Join us on this transformative journey and discover how to bring more fairness, understanding, and love into your marriage. -
126. The Power of Being Free to be Yourself with Megan Gibson
Tired of the old advice on the "right" way to get what you need in your relationships? Discover the transformative power of discovering your true identity and how your relationships can benefit with Megan Gibson.
We discuss:
The journey from people-pleasing to self-empowerment How to identify and let go of false identities Practical tips for aligning your life & relationships with your true self
Get the full show notes and links to the resources mentioned at https://respectedandconnected.com/podcast/b/ep-126
===
Sign up for the next Thriving Together Couples Call: https://www.respectedandconnected.com/together
Get the Free Guide: Five Reasons Couples Get Stuck in Unproductive Conflict at https://www.respectedandconnected.com/unstuck
Buy the glimmer journal on amazon (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3VLWX23
Connect with Sharon
Website: https://www.respectedandconnected.com Connect on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/respected_and_connected Connect on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RespectedConnected Schedule a free call: https://respectedandconnected.com/contact Send me a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/respectedandconnected -
125. Navigating Relationship Challenges: Couples vs. Individual Work
Many couples facing relationship issues are faced with the question - do we need help as a couple or do we need to do individual work first? In this episode we're exploring the differences between individual work and couples work and when you should consider each type.
We discuss:
The risks and benefits of couples work The limitations of individual work when dealing with relationship issues How couples work can provide leverage for personal growth Get the full show notes and links to the resources mentioned at https://respectedandconnected.com/podcast/b/ep-125
===
Sign up for the next Thriving Together Couples Call: https://www.respectedandconnected.com/together
Get the Free Guide: Five Reasons Couples Get Stuck in Unproductive Conflict at https://www.respectedandconnected.com/unstuck
Buy the glimmer journal on amazon (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3VLWX23
Connect with Sharon
Website: https://www.respectedandconnected.com Connect on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/respected_and_connected Connect on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RespectedConnected Schedule a free call: https://respectedandconnected.com/contact Send me a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/respectedandconnected -
124. Healing Relationships in the Aftermath of a Child's Suicide with Lark Galley
In this podcast episode, Sharon interviews Lark Galley, a wife and mother who has experienced the profound grief of losing a son to suicide.
Lark shares the challenges this tragedy posed to her marriage and how it has affected both her and her husband's perception of success, personal achievements, and their relationship with each other. We explore the complexity of grief, the importance of allowing vulnerability in the healing process, and how Lark and her husband have worked through their grief individually and as a couple. Additionally, Lark highlights the impactful moments of realization and acceptance that have helped them both to find new ways to connect and support each other amidst their profound loss.
Get the full show notes and links to the resources mentioned at https://respectedandconnected.com/podcast/b/ep-124
===
Sign up for the next Thriving Together Couples Call: https://www.respectedandconnected.com/together
Get the Free Guide: Five Reasons Couples Get Stuck in Unproductive Conflict at https://www.respectedandconnected.com/unstuck
Buy the glimmer journal on amazon (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3VLWX23
Connect with Sharon
Website: https://www.respectedandconnected.com Connect on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/respected_and_connected Connect on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RespectedConnected Schedule a free call: https://respectedandconnected.com/contact Send me a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/respectedandconnected Connect With Lark Galley
Lark's Book - Learning To Breathe Again: https://amzn.to/4bARSOP Lark's website: https://larkdeangalley.com/ -
123. Empowering Your Relationship: Dealing with Burnout and Building Resilience
Working on your marriage without seeing any noticeable results is exhausting.
If you're running out of energy and motivation to work on your marriage, but you're not ready to walk away, this episode is for you.
We talk about three reasons we get burned out on working on our relationships and some ideas for how you can address them, so that you can still make progress in your marriage without feeling burned out or settling for less than what you really want.
Get the full show notes and links to the resources mentioned at https://respectedandconnected.com/podcast/b/ep-123
===
Sign up for the next Thriving Together Couples Call: https://www.respectedandconnected.com/together
Get the Free Guide: Five Reasons Couples Get Stuck in Unproductive Conflict at https://www.respectedandconnected.com/unstuck
Buy the glimmer journal on amazon (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3VLWX23
Connect with Sharon
Website: https://www.respectedandconnected.com Connect on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/respected_and_connected Connect on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RespectedConnected Schedule a free call: https://respectedandconnected.com/contact Send me a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/respectedandconnected