The FOCUS Podcast with Taralee

Taralee Eddington
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The FOCUS Podcast with Taralee is your go-to space for healing marriages in crisis, rebuilding trust, and creating emotionally safe, connected relationships. Drawing on her powerful FOCUS Framework—Facts First, Own Your Thoughts, Choose Your Feelings, Understand Your Actions, Shape Your Results—Taralee, a certified coach and relationship expert, helps you move from chaos to calm in your most important relationships. Whether you're: *Walking on eggshells in your marriage *Struggling with communication and constant conflict *Trying to rebuild after betrayal, disconnection, or years of resentment …each episode gives you clear, practical tools to: *Communicate without defensiveness *Rebuild emotional safety and trust *Heal from past hurts instead of staying stuck in them *Create lasting connection with your spouse—and your family You'll hear personal insights, real-life coaching wisdom, and faith- and values-aligned strategies to help you stop just "getting by" and start intentionally shaping the results you want in your marriage and home. Because what you focus on expands—and when you focus on healing, love grows. 🌿 New episodes every Friday. Subscribe now and start your journey toward a safer, more connected marriage.

  1. Episode 44: The Hidden Force Quietly Destroying Your Marriage (Facts vs. Stories)

    6D AGO

    Episode 44: The Hidden Force Quietly Destroying Your Marriage (Facts vs. Stories)

    If your marriage feels fragile right now… this episode is for you. Maybe communication feels tense. Maybe there's distance. Maybe you're walking on eggshells, afraid of saying the wrong thing and making everything worse. In this episode, I'm talking about one of the most powerful—and most overlooked—forces that quietly destroys connection in relationships: the stories we tell ourselves. It's not always conflict, affairs, or big problems that create disconnection. Often, it's the meanings we attach to everyday moments. A tone of voice becomes rejection. Silence becomes evidence. A neutral moment becomes proof that the relationship is failing. And once that spiral starts, it's easy to feel powerless. In this episode, I'll teach you: Why your brain creates negative stories when your relationship feels threatened How fear fuels the downward spiral in marriage The difference between facts and interpretations A simple step-by-step exercise to calm your nervous system and respond instead of react Why changing your part of the pattern can shift the entire relationship dynamic I also speak directly to both women and men about what emotional safety and connection actually look like during a marriage crisis. If you've ever felt: "I feel like I'm losing my best friend." "I don't know what's going to set them off." "I'm trying, but nothing I do feels right." You are not alone—and there is a way forward. Action Step from this episode: Take one recent painful moment and separate: The facts The stories The emotions The actions That one exercise alone can begin to interrupt the spiral. If you want help learning how to rebuild connection, you can schedule a clarity call with me: https://taraleeeddington.com Remember: What you focus on expands. Choose wisely.

    20 min
  2. Episode 43:Facts vs. Stories - When Your Marriage Feels Like It Might Be Over

    FEB 6

    Episode 43:Facts vs. Stories - When Your Marriage Feels Like It Might Be Over

    Facts vs. Stories: When Your Marriage Feels Like It Might Be Over If your spouse has left… If you're separated… If you've heard the words, "I don't know if I want this marriage anymore"… This episode is for you. When a marriage reaches a breaking point, your brain goes into survival mode. Fear starts writing the ending. Pain turns into certainty. And everything feels final. In this episode of The FOCUS Podcast, Taralee talks about one of the most powerful tools she uses with clients in marriage crisis: separating facts from stories. The fact is what actually happened. The story is what your brain makes it mean. And when you confuse the two, hopelessness takes over. In this episode, you'll learn: Why your brain jumps straight to worst-case conclusions How fear turns pain into "this is over" A simple tool to calm your thoughts when everything feels out of control Why you don't need to decide your future today How clarity comes after calm How to stand steady when your heart is breaking After 27 years of marriage and years of coaching people in crisis, Taralee shares why pain deserves compassion — not conclusions — and how learning to slow the spiral can change everything. You don't need to know the ending yet. You just need help finding clarity again. 💛 Need Support Right Now? If this episode resonates with you and your marriage feels fragile or uncertain, you don't have to go through this alone. Taralee helps people who feel desperate, afraid, and unsure what to do next find steadiness and clarity again. 👉 Book a free clarity call here: Marriage Clarity Call 🎧 About The FOCUS Podcast Weekly episodes to help you slow your thoughts, understand your emotions, and rebuild connection in your relationships. 🔗 Connect with Taralee Website: TaraleeEddington.com Instagram: @Peaceful_Heart_Journey

    9 min
  3. Episode 42: Before It Falls Apart- The Early Signs of Emotional Disconnection (with Dr. Lee Baucom)

    JAN 30

    Episode 42: Before It Falls Apart- The Early Signs of Emotional Disconnection (with Dr. Lee Baucom)

    In this episode of The FOCUS Podcast with Taralee, I sit down with marriage expert Dr. Lee Baucom to talk about something so many couples experience — emotional disconnection — often long before a relationship reaches a breaking point. We explore the subtle warning signs that a marriage is drifting into crisis, why couples don't notice them until it feels "too late," and what actually helps rebuild trust and emotional safety when things feel fragile. Dr. Baucom shares powerful insights about: The small moments that slowly erode connection Why couples misinterpret each other's behavior during conflict How emotional safety is the foundation of intimacy The difference between reacting and responding in your marriage What it really takes to repair after hurt, betrayal, or shutdown If you've ever thought: "We don't fight, but something feels off…" "I don't feel close to my spouse anymore." "How did we get here?" This episode will help you understand what's happening beneath the surface — and what you can start doing now to change it. Whether your marriage is in crisis or you simply want to strengthen your connection, this conversation will give you clarity, hope, and practical direction. 🎧 Listen now and learn how to recognize emotional disconnection early — and begin rebuilding trust and closeness one step at a time.

    39 min
  4. Episode 41:The Most Empowering Shift You Can Make in Your Marriage- Own Your Thoughts

    JAN 23

    Episode 41:The Most Empowering Shift You Can Make in Your Marriage- Own Your Thoughts

    What if the most painful part of your marriage isn't what your spouse is doing… but what you're making it mean? In this episode of The FOCUS Podcast, we're diving into the O in the FOCUS Framework: Own Your Thoughts — and this may be the most powerful shift you can make in your relationship. You'll learn why: ·       Your spouse doesn't actually cause your feelings ·       The meaning you assign to their behavior shapes your emotional experience ·       January often brings "crisis clarity" — and why that clarity can either help or harm your marriage ·       Long-held thoughts can start to feel like facts (even when they're not) ·       Owning your thoughts gives you your power back Through real-life examples and practical reframes, you'll see how the same behavior can create completely different outcomes — depending on the story you tell yourself. This episode is especially for you if: ·       You've been married a long time and feel distant ·       January has made things feel louder or more final ·       You're questioning whether your relationship can change ·       You want clarity without panic or pressure Owning your thoughts isn't about blame. It's about influence, agency, and choosing a better way forward. 🎧 Listen or watch now on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. 🎥 Free Marriage Masterclass Learn how to stop the cycle of conflict and gain clarity about what's really happening in your marriage. 👉 https://taraleeeddington.com/ 📞 Marriage Clarity Call A private conversation to help you slow down, get grounded, and determine the best next step forward. 👉 https://taraleeeddington.com/ 🌿 Learn More About Working With Taralee Explore resources, coaching options, and support for your relationship journey. 👉 https://taraleeeddington.com/

    11 min
  5. Episode 40: How to Stop Spiraling - Separating Facts from Stories

    JAN 16

    Episode 40: How to Stop Spiraling - Separating Facts from Stories

    If you've ever found yourself spiraling after a short text, a quiet dinner, or a simple sigh — this episode is for you. In this week's episode of The FOCUS Podcast, we're breaking down one of the biggest hidden causes of conflict in relationships: the stories we tell ourselves. Most of the pain in your marriage doesn't come from what your spouse actually did… It comes from what your brain made it mean. You'll learn: ·       The difference between facts and stories ·       How your brain's Reticular Activating System (RAS) fuels emotional spirals ·       Why January feels especially heavy for many marriages ·       A simple sentence that can instantly stop reactive conflict ·       How to respond with clarity instead of fear This episode builds on last week's conversation about how what you focus on expands — and shows you how to take back control of your thoughts, your emotions, and your marriage. If January has you questioning everything, this episode will help you slow down, get curious, and reconnect from a healthier place. 🎧 Listen now and learn how to stop reacting to stories — and start responding to facts.   You can find free resources to support YOUR marriage at TaraleeEddington.com or by visiting PeacefulHeartJourney.com TODAY!   Follow Taralee on social media: Instagram Facebook TikTok LinkedIn LinkTr.ee

    15 min
  6. Episode 39: Why January Feels So Heavy for Your Marriage (And What Actually Helps)

    JAN 9

    Episode 39: Why January Feels So Heavy for Your Marriage (And What Actually Helps)

    January has a reputation for being "Divorce Month" — but the real story isn't about statistics. It's about what couples are feeling when the holiday noise fades and the emotional weight finally sets in. In this episode, Taralee breaks down why so many relationships feel like they're falling apart in January, what's actually happening beneath the surface, and why emotional clarity without a framework often leads to panic instead of progress. You'll learn: • Why December distractions hide deeper issues • How your nervous system drives your relationship decisions • The difference between a "broken" marriage and a "starving" one • Why advice alone can make things worse • How the FOCUS Framework helps couples slow down, regulate emotions, and rebuild connection If you're lying awake questioning your marriage, feeling stuck, or afraid of making the wrong decision, this episode will give you a calmer, clearer way to look at what's really happening — without pressure or panic. Your love may not be gone. It might just be dormant. 🎥 Watch the free 15-minute training mentioned in this episode: TaraleeEddington.com

    16 min
  7. Episode 38: New Year, New Focus- Break the Patterns in Your Relationship

    JAN 2

    Episode 38: New Year, New Focus- Break the Patterns in Your Relationship

    Welcome to a brand new year (2026) and a brand new season of The FOCUS Podcast with Taralee—where "what you focus on expands." This episode is for you if 2025 didn't go the way you hoped… and you're ready to stop repeating the same patterns with a new calendar. In today's kickoff, we're talking about why goals don't stick (hint: it's not motivation—it's your practiced patterns), and the simple framework I'll be using all season to help you create real, sustainable change. Inside this episode: Why you "fall back" into old reactions under stress (and what to do instead) The Q1 podcast structure: Reset (January), Rebuild (February), Strengthen (March) The FOCUS Framework: Facts First → Own Your Thoughts → Choose Your Feelings → Understand Your Actions → Shape Your Results Why most marriage advice treats the "smoke," not the "fire"—and the needs that often sit underneath the conflict A quick "reset" exercise you can do today to choose a new direction for 2026 Ready for support beyond this episode? In-person workshop (Jan 15, 2026) — FIND MORE HERE Webinar option — if you want the invite when it's ready, join my email list or message me "WEBINAR." Free Clarity Call — we'll get clear on what's happening, what pattern is running things, and your next best step. If this resonated, share it with a friend or leave a rating + review—it truly helps more people find the show.

    17 min
  8. Episode 37: Season 1 Finale - What 2025 Taught Me About Real Change

    12/26/2025

    Episode 37: Season 1 Finale - What 2025 Taught Me About Real Change

    This is the final episode of 2025 — and the Season 1 finale of The FOCUS Podcast with Taralee. In this episode, I'm wrapping up the patterns I saw again and again this year, sharing a simple end-of-year reset (no perfect journaling required), and giving you a Season 2 blueprint for 2026. We're talking about the 3 things that actually create change in real relationships: Clarity — separating facts from stories so you stop reacting to assumptions Ownership — recognizing your influence without falling into self-blame Repair — learning how to come back faster after disconnection You'll also get a gentle 3-question reset you can do alone or with your partner as you head into the new year. And at the end, I share what's coming in Q1 2026 (FOCUS Fundamentals in January + communication + rebuilding connection), plus how to let me know if you want the webinar version of my workshop. In this episode you'll learn: How to catch the spiral: "The fact is ___ / the story I'm telling is ___" How to stop carrying the whole relationship alone (and why it breeds exhaustion) A simple repair approach + 3 short repair scripts you can use today The 3-question reset to close out 2025 with clarity What Season 2 will look like + what's coming in Q1

    23 min
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The FOCUS Podcast with Taralee is your go-to space for healing marriages in crisis, rebuilding trust, and creating emotionally safe, connected relationships. Drawing on her powerful FOCUS Framework—Facts First, Own Your Thoughts, Choose Your Feelings, Understand Your Actions, Shape Your Results—Taralee, a certified coach and relationship expert, helps you move from chaos to calm in your most important relationships. Whether you're: *Walking on eggshells in your marriage *Struggling with communication and constant conflict *Trying to rebuild after betrayal, disconnection, or years of resentment …each episode gives you clear, practical tools to: *Communicate without defensiveness *Rebuild emotional safety and trust *Heal from past hurts instead of staying stuck in them *Create lasting connection with your spouse—and your family You'll hear personal insights, real-life coaching wisdom, and faith- and values-aligned strategies to help you stop just "getting by" and start intentionally shaping the results you want in your marriage and home. Because what you focus on expands—and when you focus on healing, love grows. 🌿 New episodes every Friday. Subscribe now and start your journey toward a safer, more connected marriage.

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