All Things Marriage with Dr. Chavonne

Dr. Chavonne Perotte: Transformational coach, author, and speaker.
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All Things Marriage Podcast with Dr. Chavonne Perotte is your go-to resource for navigating every stage of marriage. Whether you’re engaged, a newlywed, a seasoned spouse, or questioning your relationship’s future, this podcast offers the tools, insights, and strategies you need to create a fulfilling and connected partnership. With real, honest conversations and expert guidance, we’ll explore what truly matters in marriage—building strong communication, reigniting connection, overcoming challenges, and making the personal shifts that lead to lasting happiness. Tune in for actionable advice, fresh perspectives, and the inspiration to create the relationship you’ve always envisioned. Whether you’re thriving, struggling, or somewhere in between, there’s something here for you.

  1. 3d ago

    Episode 347: The Power of Connection, Belonging and Being Cared For

    When you're the one everyone depends on, who is making sure you're getting what you need? So many women are carrying more than they realize. Between their marriages, children, careers, and responsibilities, they're constantly giving, managing, and showing up for everyone else. And somewhere along the way, their own needs for connection, joy, support, and care get pushed aside. Over time, this can affect not only how you feel about yourself and your life, but also how you show up in your marriage. In this episode, I want to talk about something that doesn't get nearly enough attention when we're discussing how to create a happy, healthy marriage: the importance of having spaces where you feel connected, where you belong, and where you're the one being cared for.  Inside this episode, we'll explore:How overgiving and constantly putting yourself last can quietly create resentment and emotional exhaustionWhy feeling lonely in your marriage can become even harder when you're also feeling isolated in other areas of your lifeThe emotional cost of always appearing to have everything togetherWhy your husband can't be your only source of connection, validation, and emotional supportHow meaningful relationships and a sense of belonging can change the way you experience yourself and your marriageWhat becomes possible when you have opportunities to relax, exhale, and let someone else take care of youQuestions to help you identify where you could create more connection, support, and joy in your own life My hope is that this episode encourages you to think beyond what needs to change in your marriage and begin considering what you need to feel more fulfilled in your own life.

  2. 3d ago

    Episode 347: The Power of Connection, Belonging and Being Cared For

    When you're the one everyone depends on, who is making sure you're getting what you need? So many women are carrying more than they realize. Between their marriages, children, careers, and responsibilities, they're constantly giving, managing, and showing up for everyone else. And somewhere along the way, their own needs for connection, joy, support, and care get pushed aside. Over time, this can affect not only how you feel about yourself and your life, but also how you show up in your marriage. In this episode, I want to talk about something that doesn't get nearly enough attention when we're discussing how to create a happy, healthy marriage: the importance of having spaces where you feel connected, where you belong, and where you're the one being cared for.  Inside this episode, we'll explore:How overgiving and constantly putting yourself last can quietly create resentment and emotional exhaustionWhy feeling lonely in your marriage can become even harder when you're also feeling isolated in other areas of your lifeThe emotional cost of always appearing to have everything togetherWhy your husband can't be your only source of connection, validation, and emotional supportHow meaningful relationships and a sense of belonging can change the way you experience yourself and your marriageWhat becomes possible when you have opportunities to relax, exhale, and let someone else take care of youQuestions to help you identify where you could create more connection, support, and joy in your own life My hope is that this episode encourages you to think beyond what needs to change in your marriage and begin considering what you need to feel more fulfilled in your own life.

  3. Oct 20

    Episode 346: Compound Effect in Your Marriage: Consistent Actions, Big Changes Over Time

    Most meaningful, lasting changes don't happen that way. They're the result of small, intentional actions repeated consistently over time. And whether you realize it or not, the compound effect is already happening in your marriage. The question is whether your daily choices are moving you toward greater connection, peace, and fulfillment—or reinforcing the patterns you want to change. In this episode, we're talking about how to use the power of consistent, intentional action to create meaningful change in yourself and your relationship. Inside this episode, you'll learn:Why small, consistent actions are often more powerful than the big changes we're waiting forHow your everyday thoughts, emotional responses, and behaviors are shaping your experience of marriageWhat it really takes to follow through on the changes you want to make, especially when old patterns feel easierWhy progress can be happening even when you're not seeing the results you hoped forHow to develop greater patience and confidence as you practice new ways of showing upThe importance of recognizing small wins and learning from the moments when things don't go as plannedHow to distinguish between healthy persistence and continuing to invest in your marriage at the expense of yourself You don't have to change everything overnight to begin creating a different experience. Listen to this episode and consider one small change you could begin practicing today that aligns with the person you want to become and the marriage you want to create. If you know what you want to be different but you're struggling to make the changes that will actually get you there, I'd love to help. Through my coaching programs, I help you understand the patterns keeping you stuck, develop the skills to show up differently, and take consistent, intentional action toward the life and marriage you truly want. Learn more about The Connected Marriage Learn more about The Well Made Woman Schedule a private consultation to explore working together and discover what your next steps could look like.

  4. Oct 13

    Episode 345: Knowing, Doing, and Mastering The Work

    There's a big difference between knowing what to do, actually doing it, and reaching a place where it becomes your natural way of being. In this episode, we're exploring these three stages of personal growth and why understanding something intellectually doesn't always translate into lasting change. Inside this episode, you'll learn:Why knowing what to do doesn't necessarily mean you know how to do itWhat keeps you falling back into old patterns, even when you're genuinely trying to changeWhy some marriage advice sounds simple but can be incredibly difficult to put into practiceThe difference between making temporary improvements and experiencing lasting transformationWhat may be missing when you're putting in the effort but not seeing the results you wantHow to move toward a place where healthier thoughts, responses, and behaviors become your natural way of life If you've been learning, growing, and trying to do things differently but aren't yet experiencing the peace, ease, and connection you want, this episode is for you. Listen in and consider where you are in your own growth—and what it might take to move from simply knowing better to consistently living differently. Mentioned in this Episode: Marriage Coach Mondays - join us for the final week here Private Consultation - book a call with me to get a personalized plan for moving yourself beyond just knowing what to do to a level of mastery so you can enjoy a marriage where you feel so much better.

  5. Oct 13

    Episode 345: Knowing, Doing, and Mastering: 3 Stages of Lasting Change in Your Marriage

    There's a big difference between knowing what to do, actually doing it, and reaching a place where it becomes your natural way of being. In this episode, we're exploring these three stages of personal growth and why understanding something intellectually doesn't always translate into lasting change. Inside this episode, you'll learn:Why knowing what to do doesn't necessarily mean you know how to do itWhat keeps you falling back into old patterns, even when you're genuinely trying to changeWhy some marriage advice sounds simple but can be incredibly difficult to put into practiceThe difference between making temporary improvements and experiencing lasting transformationWhat may be missing when you're putting in the effort but not seeing the results you wantHow to move toward a place where healthier thoughts, responses, and behaviors become your natural way of life If you've been learning, growing, and trying to do things differently but aren't yet experiencing the peace, ease, and connection you want, this episode is for you. Listen in and consider where you are in your own growth—and what it might take to move from simply knowing better to consistently living differently. Mentioned in this Episode: Marriage Coach Mondays - join us for the final week here Private Consultation - book a call with me to get a personalized plan for moving yourself beyond just knowing what to do to a level of mastery so you can enjoy a marriage where you feel so much better.

  6. Oct 6

    Episode 344: The First Step to Solving Any Marriage Issue

    When there's a problem in your marriage, it's natural to want to address the problem. Have the conversation. Tell your spouse how you feel. Ask them to do something differently. Set the boundary. But before you do any of those things, you have to start somewhere else FIRST. With you. In this episode, I'm sharing why I teach self-awareness, personal responsibility, and self-leadership before we begin trying to solve the issues happening between you and your spouse. Because what you do next matters—but the version of you doing it matters just as much. Inside this episode, you'll learn:Why going straight to "solving the problem" can sometimes make things harderThe internal work I believe needs to happen before an important conversation, request, or boundaryHow to distinguish between taking responsibility for yourself and taking responsibility for the entire marriageWhy emotional regulation changes the way you handle difficult moments with your spouseHow self-leadership helps you respond based on who you want to be rather than what your spouse is doingHow to know when it's time to stop processing and start taking empowered action Focusing on yourself first doesn't mean the problem is yours. It means getting yourself into the strongest, most grounded position to decide what you want to do about it. Listen to this episode and consider where you may be trying to solve a marriage problem before first getting clear, stable, and intentional within yourself. JOIN US FOR MARRIAGE COACH MONDAYS HERE BOOK A CONSULTATION CALL FOR COACHING HERE

  7. Sep 29

    Episode 343: Why Should I Focus on Myself When My Spouse Is Part of the Problem?

    When you're struggling in your marriage, "focus on yourself" can feel like incredibly frustrating advice. Especially when you can clearly see the things your spouse is doing that are contributing to the problem. Why should you be the one doing more work? In this episode, we're talking about why focusing on yourself can be so difficult—and why learning how to do it may be one of the most empowering things you ever do for yourself and your marriage. Inside this episode, you'll learn:Why it's so much easier to see what your spouse needs to change than recognize where your own power liesHow expectations can quietly keep you fighting against the reality you're actually living inWhy taking greater responsibility for yourself doesn't mean taking responsibility for your spouseWhat "focus on yourself" actually looks like when you're genuinely hurt, disappointed, or not getting what you needWhy learning to meet more of your own emotional needs can change the way you experience your marriageHow self-awareness, emotional regulation, and inner security give you more choices—not fewerWhat it means to own 100% of your 50% of the relationship Your spouse may be part of the problem, but they cannot be your only pathway to the solution. Listen to this episode with an open mind and consider where you can apply these ideas in your own marriage. You may discover you have far more power to change your experience than you realized.

  8. Sep 22

    Episode 342: How Inner Security Helps Your Marriage Improve

    What happens inside of you when your marriage isn't going the way you want it to? Maybe your relationship doesn't feel as secure as you'd like it to. Maybe your spouse isn't meeting your expectations or showing up in the ways you believe you need. Or maybe you're looking at yourself and feeling like you're the one falling short—struggling to communicate better, manage your emotions, or create the changes you've been trying so hard to make. It's easy for fear to take over in these moments. And without realizing it, that fear can start driving what you think, how you feel, and what you do next. In this episode, taken from Week 1 of Marriage Coach Mondays, we're talking about how to create greater safety and security within yourself—so you're not dependent on everything going right in your marriage in order to feel okay. Inside this episode, you'll learn:How fear may be influencing your reactions more than you realizeWhy your spouse's behavior, the state of your marriage, or even your own perceived shortcomings can create a sense of emotional urgencyWhat it looks like to create a deeper sense of safety within yourselfHow inner security changes the way you communicate, make requests, set boundaries, and navigate disappointmentWhy non-attachment doesn't mean you stop caring about what happens in your marriageHow to move from trying to control the outcome to feeling grounded and empowered in your ability to handle whatever comes next The goal isn't to stop wanting things to be different. It's being able to deeply believe: I am safe with myself. I will be okay. I can trust myself to know what to do next. And from that place, you get to approach your marriage very differently. Marriage Coach Mondays is a five-week free coaching series happening now. Join me for the remaining calls and get expert guidance to help you create what you want in your marriage—starting now. Join Marriage Coach Mondays HERE

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All Things Marriage Podcast with Dr. Chavonne Perotte is your go-to resource for navigating every stage of marriage. Whether you’re engaged, a newlywed, a seasoned spouse, or questioning your relationship’s future, this podcast offers the tools, insights, and strategies you need to create a fulfilling and connected partnership. With real, honest conversations and expert guidance, we’ll explore what truly matters in marriage—building strong communication, reigniting connection, overcoming challenges, and making the personal shifts that lead to lasting happiness. Tune in for actionable advice, fresh perspectives, and the inspiration to create the relationship you’ve always envisioned. Whether you’re thriving, struggling, or somewhere in between, there’s something here for you.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Chavonne Perotte: Transformational coach, author, and speaker.
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    300
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2026 All Things Marriage with Dr. Chavonne
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