AwakenYou in Your Marriage

Christine Bongiovanni
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Together we break down relationship barriers by Awakening Your True You because this process isn’t about changing your partner. It’s about discovering who you are so you can Awaken You in Your Marriage!

  1. 3D AGO

    How to Rebuild Intimacy in Marriage: Why Curiosity Is the First Step (Not a Quick Fix)

    Send us Fan Mail Rebuilding intimacy doesn’t start with fixing it… it starts with understanding it. If you’ve had the conversation about sex in your marriage and nothing really changed, this episode will help you see why. In this episode, we explore how curiosity—not pressure, not techniques—is the first step toward rebuilding emotional and physical intimacy. You’ll learn how assumptions, self-protection, and the difference between men and women can quietly create disconnection… and what it looks like to begin shifting that dynamic. Inside this episode: • Why talking about intimacy often doesn’t lead to change • The “awkward middle” most couples get stuck in • How assumptions create distance and self-protection • The emotional vs physical connection gap between men and women • What it means to “go first” without expectation • One simple question to begin opening the conversation A gentle next step: Instead of trying to fix anything this week… just notice. What comes up for you when you think about intimacy? And if you feel ready, ask your spouse: “What does intimacy feel like for you right now?” If this episode stirred something in you, I’d love to hear from you. You can reach out with questions or situations you’d like support around. And if you’re ready to take the next step, you can book a Courageous Love Conversation—a space to talk honestly about what’s going on and begin moving toward the connection you want. CBS News Interview: 6 Tips For A Healthy & Loving Relationship Does communication feel hard in your marriage? Get my Gentle Start Communication Guide, where I share a gentle daily practice that helps you stay present, name what’s true for you, and build connection without escalation or problem-solving. Unlock deeper connection in your marriage with my free guide, Daily Prompts for Deeper Connection with Your Spouse—get it now! Start feeling more connected and loved in your marriage today with my free Reclaim More Love in Just 3 Days process. This process will have you learning how to shift your focus, in a healthy way, and nurture thoughts that build connection and transform how you feel about your marriage. More resources and how you can start the process of Awakening(YourTrue)You and being the partner who creates your best version of what marriage looks like for you: https://christinebongiovanni.com/ Join my AwakenYou newsletter for weekly marriage tips and early announcements of upcoming offerings. ...

    20 min

  2. MAR 17

    The Awkward Middle: What It Takes to Restart Sexual Intimacy in Marriage

    Send a text There’s a stage in many marriages that almost nobody talks about. Sex hasn’t disappeared completely… but it also isn’t happening regularly anymore. Weeks—or even months—go by, and both partners notice the distance but feel unsure how to bring it up. In this episode, Christine Bongiovanni explores what she calls “the awkward middle” of intimacy—that quiet stage where sexual connection has faded and the silence around it begins to feel uncomfortable. Christine shares a personal story from her own marriage and reflects on what she and Jeff discovered along the way about initiation, resentment, healing old beliefs about sex, and why rebuilding intimacy often begins with curiosity rather than pressure. If you’ve ever wondered how couples move from awkward distance back toward connection, this conversation will help you feel seen and begin exploring what might be happening beneath the surface. In this episode you'll discover: • Why sexual disconnection often develops slowly in long-term marriages • How initiation patterns can quietly create resentment • The hidden stories many people carry about sex and desirability • Why curiosity is the first step toward rebuilding intimacy • A simple reflection exercise to better understand your own experience If this episode resonates with you, Christine would love to hear your story. You can share your experience by emailing christine@christinebongiovanni.com . You can also download the Gentle Start Guide to Better Communication to begin opening up difficult conversations with your spouse. And if you'd like personal support navigating your relationship, schedule a Courageous Love Conversation with Christine. CBS News Interview: 6 Tips For A Healthy & Loving Relationship Does communication feel hard in your marriage? Get my Gentle Start Communication Guide, where I share a gentle daily practice that helps you stay present, name what’s true for you, and build connection without escalation or problem-solving. Unlock deeper connection in your marriage with my free guide, Daily Prompts for Deeper Connection with Your Spouse—get it now! Start feeling more connected and loved in your marriage today with my free Reclaim More Love in Just 3 Days process. This process will have you learning how to shift your focus, in a healthy way, and nurture thoughts that build connection and transform how you feel about your marriage. More resources and how you can start the process of Awakening(YourTrue)You and being the partner who creates your best version of what marriage looks like for you: https://christinebongiovanni.com/ Join my AwakenYou newsletter for weekly marriage tips and early announcements of upcoming offerings. ...

    27 min

  3. MAR 10

    When Shame Loses Its Grip — How Secure Love Transforms Sexual Intimacy in Marriage

    Send us Fan Mail Shame often hides beneath the surface of intimacy struggles in marriage. Many couples assume they simply need to try harder—communicate more, schedule time together, or change behaviors. But shame doesn’t loosen its grip through effort alone. In this episode, Christine Bongiovanni explores how shame quietly shapes intimacy, why behavioral fixes often fail, and how secure love and emotional safety help the nervous system relax so deeper connection can grow. If intimacy has felt guarded or complicated in your marriage, this conversation will help you understand what may be happening beneath the surface—and what actually helps shame lose its power. You’ll also hear practical next steps for building emotional safety and creating a new story around intimacy in your relationship. CBS News Interview: 6 Tips For A Healthy & Loving Relationship Does communication feel hard in your marriage? Get my Gentle Start Communication Guide, where I share a gentle daily practice that helps you stay present, name what’s true for you, and build connection without escalation or problem-solving. Unlock deeper connection in your marriage with my free guide, Daily Prompts for Deeper Connection with Your Spouse—get it now! Start feeling more connected and loved in your marriage today with my free Reclaim More Love in Just 3 Days process. This process will have you learning how to shift your focus, in a healthy way, and nurture thoughts that build connection and transform how you feel about your marriage. More resources and how you can start the process of Awakening(YourTrue)You and being the partner who creates your best version of what marriage looks like for you: https://christinebongiovanni.com/ Join my AwakenYou newsletter for weekly marriage tips and early announcements of upcoming offerings. ...

    20 min

  4. MAR 3

    Sexual Formation: What Your Body Learned Before You Chose

    Send us Fan Mail Is sexual intimacy in your marriage really about desire… or something deeper? In Episode 255, Christine explores sexual formation in marriage and how early messages about sex shape trust, safety, and desire. What if “low desire” is actually guarded desire? And why don’t behavior changes alone create lasting transformation? This episode begins a new journey into marital sexual transformation — one rooted in awareness, emotional safety, and understanding what your body learned long before you chose what you believe. Download The Gentle Start Guide to Better Communication or book a Courageous Love Conversation to continue the work. CBS News Interview: 6 Tips For A Healthy & Loving Relationship Does communication feel hard in your marriage? Get my Gentle Start Communication Guide, where I share a gentle daily practice that helps you stay present, name what’s true for you, and build connection without escalation or problem-solving. Unlock deeper connection in your marriage with my free guide, Daily Prompts for Deeper Connection with Your Spouse—get it now! Start feeling more connected and loved in your marriage today with my free Reclaim More Love in Just 3 Days process. This process will have you learning how to shift your focus, in a healthy way, and nurture thoughts that build connection and transform how you feel about your marriage. More resources and how you can start the process of Awakening(YourTrue)You and being the partner who creates your best version of what marriage looks like for you: https://christinebongiovanni.com/ Join my AwakenYou newsletter for weekly marriage tips and early announcements of upcoming offerings. ...

    18 min

  5. FEB 24

    The Learning Curve of Conflict Resolution

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever argued about something small… only to find yourselves back in the same fight weeks later? In this episode, Christine shares why learning conflict resolution in marriage takes years of practice — and why small arguments matter more than you think. Through a personal story (yes, it involves silverware) and real client examples, she unpacks: • Why repair feels clunky at first • The difference between apology and asking for forgiveness • Why small fights are powerful training reps • How practice builds trust and emotional safety If you’re ready to stop waiting for hurt feelings to fade and start building real repair skills, this episode will guide you forward. Download the Gentle Start Guide to Better Communication and book a Courageous Love Conversation to practice a new way forward. CBS News Interview: 6 Tips For A Healthy & Loving Relationship Does communication feel hard in your marriage? Get my Gentle Start Communication Guide, where I share a gentle daily practice that helps you stay present, name what’s true for you, and build connection without escalation or problem-solving. Unlock deeper connection in your marriage with my free guide, Daily Prompts for Deeper Connection with Your Spouse—get it now! Start feeling more connected and loved in your marriage today with my free Reclaim More Love in Just 3 Days process. This process will have you learning how to shift your focus, in a healthy way, and nurture thoughts that build connection and transform how you feel about your marriage. More resources and how you can start the process of Awakening(YourTrue)You and being the partner who creates your best version of what marriage looks like for you: https://christinebongiovanni.com/ Join my AwakenYou newsletter for weekly marriage tips and early announcements of upcoming offerings. ...

    22 min

  6. FEB 17

    The Quiet Place Couples Get Stuck (And Rarely Talk About)

    Send us Fan Mail Many couples aren’t in crisis — they’re in a quiet middle space. Not deeply connected. Not fighting constantly. Just… living around the ache. In this episode, Christine explores the subtle pattern where one partner reaches for change while the other avoids it — and how resignation slowly replaces longing. If you’ve ever told yourself, “We’re okay,” while something inside you still feels distant or unfulfilled, this conversation will help you reconnect with your honesty — gently and without pressure. You’ll learn: Why couples get stuck in emotional limboThe hidden cost of living in resignationThe subtle lies we tell ourselves about wanting moreReflective questions to help you reconnect with what you missHow to take a next step without forcing an outcomeIf this resonates, consider scheduling a Courageous Love Conversation — a space to gain clarity about where you are and what support might help. And if someone came to mind while listening, share this episode with them. It may be the nudge they need. CBS News Interview: 6 Tips For A Healthy & Loving Relationship Does communication feel hard in your marriage? Get my Gentle Start Communication Guide, where I share a gentle daily practice that helps you stay present, name what’s true for you, and build connection without escalation or problem-solving. Unlock deeper connection in your marriage with my free guide, Daily Prompts for Deeper Connection with Your Spouse—get it now! Start feeling more connected and loved in your marriage today with my free Reclaim More Love in Just 3 Days process. This process will have you learning how to shift your focus, in a healthy way, and nurture thoughts that build connection and transform how you feel about your marriage. More resources and how you can start the process of Awakening(YourTrue)You and being the partner who creates your best version of what marriage looks like for you: https://christinebongiovanni.com/ Join my AwakenYou newsletter for weekly marriage tips and early announcements of upcoming offerings. ...

    16 min

  7. FEB 10

    Valentine’s Day Isn’t the Problem. Unspoken Expectations Are.

    Send us Fan Mail Valentine’s Day expectations in marriage often go unspoken — and that’s where disappointment begins. In this episode, Christine explores how waiting for your spouse to meet expectations without clear communication can create quiet resentment. You’ll learn how to examine what you truly want, share your desires with clarity, and use Valentine’s Day as an invitation for deeper connection rather than pressure. Christine also discusses how to express love without conditions, take care of your own heart when expectations aren’t met, and start honest conversations that build intimacy over time. Resources mentioned: – Gentle Start Guide to Better Communication – Courageous Love Conversation 🎧 Share this episode with a friend or your spouse if it puts words to something you’ve been feeling. CBS News Interview: 6 Tips For A Healthy & Loving Relationship Does communication feel hard in your marriage? Get my Gentle Start Communication Guide, where I share a gentle daily practice that helps you stay present, name what’s true for you, and build connection without escalation or problem-solving. Unlock deeper connection in your marriage with my free guide, Daily Prompts for Deeper Connection with Your Spouse—get it now! Start feeling more connected and loved in your marriage today with my free Reclaim More Love in Just 3 Days process. This process will have you learning how to shift your focus, in a healthy way, and nurture thoughts that build connection and transform how you feel about your marriage. More resources and how you can start the process of Awakening(YourTrue)You and being the partner who creates your best version of what marriage looks like for you: https://christinebongiovanni.com/ Join my AwakenYou newsletter for weekly marriage tips and early announcements of upcoming offerings. ...

    16 min

  8. FEB 3

    How Different Personality Types Show Up in Conflict (And What They Need Most)

    Send us Fan Mail Why do the same conflicts keep showing up in marriage — even when both partners care? In this episode of Awaken You in Your Marriage, Christine explores how personality styles show up during conflict and why understanding these differences can dramatically shift communication and connection. You’ll learn how different personality styles respond under stress, what each type needs most in conflict, and why couples often clash not because of the issue itself, but because of how they protect themselves emotionally. This episode offers a compassionate, practical lens for understanding yourself and your spouse — without labeling or blame — and includes tools to help couples stay emotionally connected even during difficult conversations. Christine also shares how listeners can explore their personality style further using the Live the Life app, of which I am NOT a paid sponsor, and invites couples to continue the work together. 🎧 A hopeful, practical conversation for couples who want to communicate with more clarity and compassion. CBS News Interview: 6 Tips For A Healthy & Loving Relationship Does communication feel hard in your marriage? Get my Gentle Start Communication Guide, where I share a gentle daily practice that helps you stay present, name what’s true for you, and build connection without escalation or problem-solving. Unlock deeper connection in your marriage with my free guide, Daily Prompts for Deeper Connection with Your Spouse—get it now! Start feeling more connected and loved in your marriage today with my free Reclaim More Love in Just 3 Days process. This process will have you learning how to shift your focus, in a healthy way, and nurture thoughts that build connection and transform how you feel about your marriage. More resources and how you can start the process of Awakening(YourTrue)You and being the partner who creates your best version of what marriage looks like for you: https://christinebongiovanni.com/ Join my AwakenYou newsletter for weekly marriage tips and early announcements of upcoming offerings. ...

    16 min
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Together we break down relationship barriers by Awakening Your True You because this process isn’t about changing your partner. It’s about discovering who you are so you can Awaken You in Your Marriage!

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  • Creator
    Christine Bongiovanni
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    260
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    © 2026 AwakenYou in Your Marriage
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