Mindful Marriage and Family Podcast with Jake and Tamara Fackrell

Dr. Tamara Fackrell and Jake Fackrell
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Coming September 18, 2025! Dr. Tamara Fackrell and her husband, Jake Fackrell, bring a rare and powerful perspective to love, marriage, and family. Tamara is a nationally recognized divorce attorney who has guided over 4,000 couples through the end of their marriages, and she holds a PhD in Marriage and Family Studies. She’s seen firsthand the patterns that destroy relationships—and the research-backed principles that keep them strong. Jake is a successful business leader with an MBA whose company ranks among the fastest-growing businesses in the nation. Together, they combine professional expertise, research insights, and personal experience from decades of marriage to share practical, actionable advice for couples who want to do it right. From uncovering the small habits that make or break relationships to sharing wisdom gleaned from those who didn’t get it right, the Fackrells offer real-world guidance with warmth, honesty, and humor. Whether you’re newly married, navigating the ups and downs of family life, or seeking to reignite connection, this podcast delivers powerful tools and bite-sized lessons you can use right away.

  1. 1D AGO

    Podcast 26 Season 2 Finale: The Secret Sauce to Family Connection

    Send us Fan Mail As we wrap up Season 2 of the podcast, we want to thank you for joining us on this journey. We are taking the summer off, but we are excited to announce that Season 3 will return next September. Next season we will focus on helping couples discover and build their own individualized love formula. In this final episode of the season, we share some of the family practices that strengthened our marriage and deepened our connection with our children. We talk about holding weekly family meetings that included a teaching moment, family business and planning, and a fun family activity. These simple gatherings became a powerful way to stay connected and intentional as a family. We also discuss the importance of spending one on one time with each child. Those individual moments became the secret sauce to stronger relationships and meaningful connection. We share how setting goals together as a family helped create unity and purpose in our home. You will also hear about our favorite tradition called runaway dates, spontaneous moments away together that helped us prioritize our marriage amidst the busyness of parenting. Marriage needs intentional time and attention. Do not let parenting consume every part of your relationship. Protect your time together and keep your marriage the focus. Also, we talk about doing “gotchas,” catching our kids in good acts and recognizing the positive things they were doing. Encouragement and praise helped create a more loving and supportive family culture. And then listen for our other secret sauce for connections! Thank you for being part of Season 2. We cannot wait to reconnect with you in Season 3 next September. Link Below for Tamara's Peer Pressure Book https://www.amazon.com/Making-Your-Own-Choices-Strategies/dp/B0DXD52L5Z/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1URP53PGTV9T1&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.vw2yvRpvDIJOcBrQmWTHLC6AOa4YZ9WALAJE7pSIuX8.4ZgCMQZuJWGXCloIisnz5DH1YdM_GCF5Qoaf7FRSCDg&dib_tag=se&keywords=peer+pressure+tamara+fackrell&qid=1778158181&sprefix=peer+pressure+tamara+fackrell%2Caps%2C245&sr=8-2

    23 min

  2. APR 30

    Episode 25: The Heart of Sexual Intimacy in Marriage

    Send us Fan Mail This is the long awaited episode on intimacy. In this episode, we sit down with sexual intimacy expert Dr. Chelom Leavitt, a leading researcher on sexuality in marriage, to have an open and thoughtful conversation about strengthening physical and emotional connection between spouses. She shares practical, research-based insights on how couples can improve communication, deepen trust, and create a more fulfilling and lasting intimate relationship. Whether your marriage is thriving or in need of renewal, this episode offers meaningful guidance for maintaining a healthy and connected sexual relationship over time. Please note: This episode contains mature content.  Next episode 26 is the last of season 2! Don't miss it.

    35 min

  3. APR 23

    Episode 24: Say That Thing! Better Words, Better Marriage

    Send us Fan Mail What you say in your marriage matters more than you think. In this episode of Say That Thing: The Power of Positive Words in Marriage, we explore how the words you choose can either strengthen your relationship or slowly tear it down. Healthy marriages aren’t conflict-free—they’re built by couples who know how to navigate conflict with intention and care.  You’ll learn why positive interactions carry more weight than you realize, how to separate your spouse from the problem, and why expressing appreciation out loud is essential to a thriving relationship. This episode is a powerful reminder that peacemaking isn’t passive—it’s a daily choice. If you’ve ever held back a kind word, assumed your partner “just knows,” or struggled to communicate during conflict, this conversation will give you simple, practical tools to transform the way you speak—and the way you love. Because sometimes the most powerful thing you can do… is say that thing.

    22 min

  4. APR 16

    Episode 23: From Good to Great: The Marriage Upgrade You Can’t Ignore

    Send us Fan Mail What does it actually take to move your marriage from good to great? In Episode 23, I share what changed everything for me. I didn’t always have a great marriage—but now I do, and I can honestly say I never want to go back. This episode is about the shift: the intentional choices, mindset changes, and daily actions that elevate a relationship beyond just “fine” or “functional.” If your marriage is good but you know it has the potential for more—more connection, more joy, more depth—this conversation will show you how to get there. Great marriages don’t happen by accident. They’re created on purpose.

    30 min

  5. APR 9

    Episode 22: From Stuck to Strong: Overcome Marriage Blahs by Reigniting Your Marriage with Intention

    Send us Fan Mail Feeling stuck in the “marriage blahs”? You’re not alone—and it doesn’t have to stay that way. This episode is all about getting intentional with your relationship and rediscovering what truly works for you as a couple. We’ll explore how to break out of autopilot, identify your unique “marriage formula,” and make small, meaningful shifts that bring connection, energy, and purpose back into your relationship. Because a thriving marriage isn’t one-size-fits-all—it’s built on understanding, intention, and choosing each other every day. If you’re ready to move from routine to renewed, this conversation will give you the insight and encouragement to start.

    18 min

  6. MAR 26

    Episode 21: Decoding Non-Verbals: Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic in Marriage

    Send us Fan Mail Get ready for your mind to be exploded! Link for VAK Chicago Test In this episode, we break down one of the most overlooked reasons couples struggle to communicate: you and your spouse may be processing your non-verbals in completely different ways. Using the VAK framework—Visual, Auditory, and Kinesthetic—you’ll learn how each style shapes the way we listen, respond, and connect. This episode will help you recognize why your message isn’t landing the way you intended, how to identify your spouse’s communication style, and what simple shifts you can make to reduce friction and increase clarity. When you understand how your spouse sees, hears, and feels, you stop repeating the same arguments—and start building real connection. If you’ve ever felt unheard, misunderstood, or stuck in the same patterns, this episode will give you a practical lens to change how you communicate—and how you connect.

    27 min

  7. MAR 19

    Episode 20: The PRAISED Framework: A Better Way to Understand Romance Styles

    Send us Fan Mail Take the PRAISED Romance Styles TEST here. Relationships are a lot more dynamic than we sometimes give them credit for. While many people are familiar with traditional love languages, newer insights—like those from Dr. Tamara Fackrell’s work, highlight a few additional ways people feel deeply connected, especially through shared experiences and meaningful communication. What makes this perspective so powerful is that it goes beyond just how we express love, it helps us understand how our partner receives it. And when we get that right, everything feels a little easier: communication flows better, connection deepens, and relationships become more fun and fulfilling. One simple way to remember these key expressions of love is through the acronym PRAISED: P – Presents: Thoughtful gifts that show you were thinking about them  R – Recreation: Having fun together and creating shared memories  A – Appreciation: Genuine words that make your partner feel seen and valued  I – Intimacy: Physical and emotional closeness that builds trust  S – Service: Doing things that make your partner’s life easier  E – Exchange of Communication: Open, honest conversations that build understanding  D – Devoted Time: Giving your full attention—no distractions, just connection When you start to recognize which of these matter most to your partner, it becomes a lot easier to love them in a way that truly lands. And the best part? It doesn’t have to feel complicated—it can actually make your relationship feel more natural, more intentional, and a lot more fun.

    24 min

  8. MAR 12

    Episode 19: Difficult Teens, Stronger Families

    Send us Fan Mail Teenage years often bring conflict, emotional distance, and moments that leave parents wondering if they are doing anything right. In this episode, Jake Fackrell and Dr. Tamara A. Fackrell offer thoughtful guidance for parents navigating the ups and downs of raising teens. They explore how choosing the right battles, staying calm during conflict, and forgiving without waiting for an apology can change the entire dynamic of a home.  Jake and Tamara emphasize the importance of increasing love during difficult behavior and building connection through small but meaningful habits like play, laughter, and six-second hugs that help teens feel secure. They also share why parents should never face these challenges alone and how leaning on family, friends, and professional guidance can provide strength and perspective. This episode is filled with encouragement for parents who feel overwhelmed and a powerful reminder that no matter how difficult things seem, hope should never be lost.

    24 min
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Coming September 18, 2025! Dr. Tamara Fackrell and her husband, Jake Fackrell, bring a rare and powerful perspective to love, marriage, and family. Tamara is a nationally recognized divorce attorney who has guided over 4,000 couples through the end of their marriages, and she holds a PhD in Marriage and Family Studies. She’s seen firsthand the patterns that destroy relationships—and the research-backed principles that keep them strong. Jake is a successful business leader with an MBA whose company ranks among the fastest-growing businesses in the nation. Together, they combine professional expertise, research insights, and personal experience from decades of marriage to share practical, actionable advice for couples who want to do it right. From uncovering the small habits that make or break relationships to sharing wisdom gleaned from those who didn’t get it right, the Fackrells offer real-world guidance with warmth, honesty, and humor. Whether you’re newly married, navigating the ups and downs of family life, or seeking to reignite connection, this podcast delivers powerful tools and bite-sized lessons you can use right away.

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