Relationship Reset: Reignite, Reconnect, Rebuild

Katie Rössler
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Feeling stuck in your relationship after years together? Relationship Reset is your go-to podcast for busy, high-achieving couples ready to break free from autopilot and rebuild a thriving partnership. Join relationship expert Katie Rössler, LPC for practical tools, real-life stories, and actionable advice to reignite passion, rebuild trust, and reconnect on a deeper level. Whether you’re navigating communication breakdowns, struggling with intimacy, or just feel disconnected, this podcast is here to help you transform your relationship—and create the love you’ve always envisioned. Perfect for couples who want to reignite their spark and reconnect with purpose. It’s never too late to hit reset.

  1. The Leg Your Relationship Lost Without You Noticing with Dr. Margaret Cochran

    1H AGO

    The Leg Your Relationship Lost Without You Noticing with Dr. Margaret Cochran

    Send us Fan Mail Something quietly disappeared from your relationship — and chances are, you didn't even see it go. It wasn't the big blowup. It wasn't a dramatic turning point. It was something smaller, slower, and way more dangerous. In this episode, Katie sits down with Dr. Margaret Cochran — transpersonal psychologist, licensed clinical social worker, and 25-year clinical veteran — to talk about the one thing long-term couples lose first, and why losing it puts everything else at risk. Dr. Cochran introduces her 3 P's Framework — Passion, Play, and Productivity — the three legs holding your relationship up while life presses down from above. Most couples assume they're solid because two legs are still standing. But that missing third leg? It's been gone longer than you think. You'll walk away knowing how to actually check in on your relationship's health, what renegotiating your "relationship contract" looks like at every stage, and the exact language to use when life gets messy, hard conversations can't wait, or one of you is carrying way too much. This isn't about finding more time. It's about finally using it differently. Relationship Game Plan Call Free Conversation Starter Cards for Couples Couples Goal Setting Workbook Submit a Dear Katie episode question Follow Katie Rössler on Instagram

    32 min

  2. APR 29

    Conflict Avoidant? Here's What It's Costing Your Relationship

    Send us Fan Mail Are you keeping the peace… or just keeping quiet? There's a conversation you've been meaning to have for weeks. Maybe months. You know the one. And every time the moment comes, something stops you — the timing's not right, the weekend was good, you don't want to start something. So you let it go. Again. In this episode, Katie breaks down conflict avoidance — what it actually is (hint: it's sneakier than you think), why high-achieving couples are especially prone to it, and what it's quietly costing your relationship over time. You'll learn: Why "we don't really fight" isn't the relationship win it sounds likeHow avoidance shows up in successful, emotionally intelligent people — and why it makes total senseThe real difference between a strategic pause and full-on avoidanceWhat unspoken resentment actually does to connection over timeThree practical tools you can use this week to start opening the doorKatie also shares the I Noticed / I Feel / I Need framework — a simple, three-part structure that gives you a map for the conversation you've been putting off, without it turning into a blowup or going absolutely nowhere. Because here's the truth: your relationship didn't get here because of the big fights. It got here because of the small conversations that never happened. Relationship Game Plan Call Free Conversation Starter Cards for Couples Couples Goal Setting Workbook Submit a Dear Katie episode question Follow Katie Rössler on Instagram

    15 min

  3. APR 22

    We're Fine. (But Something Feels Off.)

    Send us Fan Mail You don't have to be falling apart for something to be off.  In this episode, Katie gets personal — sharing what she noticed in her own marriage when life looked perfectly fine on the outside but felt quietly hollow on the inside. This is the episode for the couple who keeps saying we're fine while something in the gut whispers but are we, really? Katie unpacks what autopilot actually looks like in high-achieving relationships — not checked-out and obvious, but productive, organized, and running like a machine while the real relationship quietly gets moved to the bottom of the list. She calls it "roommate mode," and if you've been there, you'll recognize it immediately. In this episode, you'll hear: Why high achievers are especially vulnerable to the sneaky kind of autopilotHow what's unaddressed inside you leaks into your relationship (without you realizing it)The two words Katie chose to guide her year — and what shifted in her marriage because of itThree practical steps to start stepping off autopilot this weekHow one person changing the dynamic can shift the entire relationship systemYou don't need your partner to go first. You just need one person willing to start — and that can be you. 🎁 Grab the free 18 Questions for Couples: perfect for a date night, a road trip, or just a quiet evening on the couch. Relationship Game Plan Call Free Conversation Starter Cards for Couples Couples Goal Setting Workbook Submit a Dear Katie episode question Follow Katie Rössler on Instagram

    12 min
  4. I Am a Triangle: What Living Abroad Does to Your Marriage

    APR 15

    I Am a Triangle: What Living Abroad Does to Your Marriage

    Send us Fan Mail You moved to another country, fell in love with a new version of life — maybe even a new version of your partner — and then something shifted. You came back different. They came back different. And nobody warned you that reentry might be the hardest part of the whole adventure. In this episode, Katie sits down with Naomi Hathaway, founder of the viral I Am a Triangle movement and creator of Leaving Well — a practice that's helping individuals, couples, and organizations navigate transitions with intention, not just survival mode. Together, Katie and Naomi unpack the geometry of identity change: what it means to be a square (home), move to a circle (new country), and become a triangle — someone who can never fully go back, but also never fully belongs somewhere new. And if you add kids, cultures, or a partner from another country? You become a star. (Yes, in the best and most complicated way.) You'll walk away understanding: Why you fell in love with one version of your partner and came home to anotherHow couples can make the leave or stay decision together without resentmentWhy writing down your "why" might be the most underrated relationship toolWhat "Leaving Well" looks like — in moves, in jobs, and in lifeThis one is for every couple who has lived abroad, moved across the world together, or simply felt like strangers in a life they built. Connect with Naomi: Instagram: https://instagram.com/naomihattaway  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/naomihattaway  Relationship Game Plan Call Free Conversation Starter Cards for Couples Couples Goal Setting Workbook Submit a Dear Katie episode question Follow Katie Rössler on Instagram

    36 min

  5. APR 8

    When "I Hate You" Is Really "I Need You to Hear Me"

    Send us Fan Mail What if five words could completely change how you fight? You know that moment — you've said something sharp in the heat of an argument, and at 2am you're staring at the ceiling wondering... did I actually mean that? This episode dives into one of the most common (and costly) patterns Katie sees in long-term relationships: when our feelings stop being information and start getting treated as facts. Katie shares the story of Sarah and Mark — a couple whose dynamic completely shifted after one decade of one partner traveling and one holding everything together. When they finally landed in the same house full-time, the arguments didn't look like love anymore. And the word "hate" was being thrown around a lot. In this episode, you'll learn: Why your brain literally goes offline during a heated argument (and what that means for what comes out of your mouth)The crucial difference between loving someone and liking them in any given momentFive words that interrupted years of destructive conflict for Sarah and Mark — and can do the same for youA simple homework assignment you can try this week, no therapist requiredWhether you're the feeler who goes from zero to 100 or the thinker who shuts down completely, this episode is going to hand you something real. Relationship Game Plan Call Free Conversation Starter Cards for Couples Couples Goal Setting Workbook Submit a Dear Katie episode question Follow Katie Rössler on Instagram

    17 min

  6. APR 1

    Dear Katie: Why Do I Feel Invisible in My Own Life Right Now?

    Send us Fan Mail Join the 90 Day Connection Reset When was the last time you felt truly seen in your relationship—not appreciated for what you do, but known for who you are? In today’s Dear Katie episode, we’re diving into a season that so many high-achieving couples quietly struggle through: perimenopause, shifting family roles, and the identity shake-up that comes with it. If you’ve spent years raising kids, managing a home, and holding everything together… only to suddenly feel invisible, overwhelmed, or like a stranger in your own life—this episode will hit home. Katie unpacks why this phase isn’t just hormonal—it’s an identity transformation. Backed by research and grounded in real relationship dynamics, she explains why anxiety, disconnection, and “grumpiness” aren’t personality flaws—they’re signals. Signals that something deeper needs attention. You’ll also hear a powerful reframe around your partner: what looks like disinterest may actually be confusion and fear of making things worse. And most importantly, Katie gives you practical, doable steps to start shifting the dynamic today—without blowing up your relationship. This episode is for women navigating this transition and for the partners who want to better understand and support them. Listen to the episode: Men, Perimenopause & Partnership: How to Show Up with Laurence Finn Relationship Game Plan Call Free Conversation Starter Cards for Couples Couples Goal Setting Workbook Submit a Dear Katie episode question Follow Katie Rössler on Instagram

    16 min
  7. Can Your Marriage Be Saved… or Are You Avoiding the Truth? with Monika Braglewicz

    MAR 25

    Can Your Marriage Be Saved… or Are You Avoiding the Truth? with Monika Braglewicz

    Send us Fan Mail Ever found yourself quietly wondering, “Should I stay… or should I go?” If you’ve been in a long-term relationship, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not broken for asking the question. In this honest, real-talk episode, Katie sits down with breakup and divorce coach Monika Braglewicz to unpack what it actually means to “save” a marriage—and what to consider if you’re thinking about ending one. Monika brings both professional expertise and deeply lived experience to this conversation. As an accredited Practitioner Coach, she supports clients through major relationship transitions—from disconnection to divorce. But her work isn’t just theoretical. After navigating her own difficult divorce, financial hardship, and even rebuilding her life from homelessness, Monika understands firsthand the resilience it takes to start over—and the clarity needed to decide what’s truly right for you. Together, Katie and Monika explore the seasons that shake even strong relationships: midlife identity shifts, parenting transitions, and the slow drift into feeling like roommates instead of partners. You’ll learn: Why communication (even saying “I don’t know how I feel”) is where it all begins The difference between healthy compromise and self-sacrifice Why giving your relationship 3–4 months of intentional effort can bring real clarity How to know if you genuinely want to stay—or if you’ve already checked out What people don’t realize about the emotional weight of ending a relationship This episode isn’t about rushing a decision. It’s about helping you slow down, get honest, and choose your next step with clarity—not regret. Connect with Monika: https://www.coachwithmonika.com/  www.linkedin.com/in/monikabraglewicz  https://www.instagram.com/monikabraglewicz_coach/  Reclaim Your Future, A 6-Session Healing & Growth Programme: https://www.coachwithmonika.com/services#ReclaimYourFuture  Relationship Game Plan Call Free Conversation Starter Cards for Couples Couples Goal Setting Workbook Submit a Dear Katie episode question Follow Katie Rössler on Instagram

    28 min

  8. MAR 18

    Why You Keep Having the Same Fight (And How to Break It)

    Send us Fan Mail Learn More About the 90 Day Communication Reset You’re not arguing about the dishes. Or the laundry. Or who forgot to book the car appointment (again). If you’re really honest… it’s the same argument on repeat—just wearing a different outfit. In this episode, Katie breaks down why high-achieving couples keep having the same fight over and over—and why it has nothing to do with love or commitment. The real issue? You were never taught how to navigate conflict in a way that actually creates connection. We’re diving into the hidden layers beneath recurring arguments, including how your family of origin shaped your conflict style, why your “success skills” backfire in relationships, and the deeper emotional needs that are often hiding under surface-level frustrations. Katie also unpacks the critical difference between solving problems and building connection (hint: they are not the same), and why most couples get stuck trying to apply logic to something that is fundamentally emotional. Most importantly, you’ll walk away with practical tools you can use immediately to start shifting the dynamic—even if your partner isn’t on board yet. Because here’s the truth: breaking the cycle doesn’t require a perfect conversation or a relationship overhaul. It requires new skills, practiced consistently. If you’re tired of feeling like roommates—or like you’re stuck in the same conversation on loop—this episode is your starting point. Learn More About the 90 Day Communication Reset Relationship Game Plan Call Free Conversation Starter Cards for Couples Couples Goal Setting Workbook Submit a Dear Katie episode question Follow Katie Rössler on Instagram

    16 min
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Feeling stuck in your relationship after years together? Relationship Reset is your go-to podcast for busy, high-achieving couples ready to break free from autopilot and rebuild a thriving partnership. Join relationship expert Katie Rössler, LPC for practical tools, real-life stories, and actionable advice to reignite passion, rebuild trust, and reconnect on a deeper level. Whether you’re navigating communication breakdowns, struggling with intimacy, or just feel disconnected, this podcast is here to help you transform your relationship—and create the love you’ve always envisioned. Perfect for couples who want to reignite their spark and reconnect with purpose. It’s never too late to hit reset.

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