Determined for More

Shawna & Kevin Meek
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Based on the book "Determined for More", this podcast series with Shawna and Kevin shares a deeply personal journey of resilience and faith amidst profound challenges. Starting with high hopes in marriage, they confronted a series of devastating trials including divorce, betrayal trauma, emotional deprivation, and the complexities of a late in life autism diagnosis. Join them as they share their personal struggles and learnings while also providing specific tools and resources for other couples navigating the intersection of sexual integrity struggles and neurodiversity in marriage. Determined for More is not just a story of survival, but a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of unwavering determination.

Episodes

  1. 09/17/2024

    Episode #6 - Conflict Resolution and Repair

    As we wrap up our series, it wouldn’t be complete without talking about conflict resolution and repair. Like all relationships, neurodiverse couples that have experienced breaches of trust will face conflict throughout the course of their marriage. And how we navigate those conflicts could ultimately be what ends up making or breaking a lifelong commitment. This episode focuses on the tools and methods that couples can use to ensure a successful repair attempt is made, and how the path toward restoration requires the neurodiverse couple to adapt and adjust. If you are looking for your own copy of 'Determined for More', check out our website at https://www.livingstonescoaching.com. There you can find links for purchasing the paperback, Kindle, or Audible versions through Amazon. Also on our website, you will find many other resources to support couples who are navigating their journey through the intersection of sexual integrity and neurodiversity. * Be sure to LIKE and FOLLOW our podcast series, and we'd love it if you'd also consider giving us feedback through a rating/review of this episode.

    29 min

  2. 09/03/2024

    Episode #5 - Empathy and Theory of Mind

    Probably one of the greatest challenges we hear from couples we connect with is the impact that a lack of empathy or theory of mind causes in the relationship. Given these Autistic traits are common characteristics of most individuals on the spectrum, we dive into some of the ways in which neurodiverse couples can navigate the challenges these bring. While empathy can be a struggle for many who are neurodiverse, there are some intentional steps that can be taken to build intimacy and connection in marriages. Join Shawna and Kevin as they openly talk about the emotional struggles that challenge them as a recovering neurodiverse couple. If you are looking for your own copy of 'Determined for More', check out our website at https://www.livingstonescoaching.com. There you can find links for purchasing the paperback, Kindle, or Audible versions through Amazon. Also on our website, you will find many other resources to support couples who are navigating their journey through the intersection of sexual integrity and neurodiversity. * Be sure to LIKE and FOLLOW our podcast series, and we'd love it if you'd also consider giving us feedback through a rating/review of this episode.

    29 min

  3. 08/20/2024

    Episode #4 - Receptive Communication

    Continuing our discussion on communication, in this episode, we look at the receptive side and how we receive what is being shared with us. Also, for those with neurodiversity, understanding that being a ‘good listener’ requires skill and work, we look at some tools that can be used to ensure we are not just listening to our partner, but truly hearing what they are saying. Looking as well at how different types of feedback are received, we discuss how an effective ‘redo’ can allow couples to move past a negative communication cycle, and provide the opportunity to remain connected and keep the conversation moving forward. If you are looking for your own copy of 'Determined for More', check out our website at https://www.livingstonescoaching.com. There you can find links for purchasing the paperback, Kindle, or Audible versions through Amazon. Also on our website, you will find many other resources to support couples who are navigating their journey through the intersection of sexual integrity and neurodiversity. * Be sure to LIKE and FOLLOW our podcast series, and we'd love it if you'd also consider giving us feedback through a rating/review of this episode.

    29 min

  4. 08/06/2024

    Episode #3 - Expressive Communication

    Communication is often cited as essential for a strong relationship foundation. However, when navigating the aftermath of betrayal due to sexual integrity issues, compounded by the communication difficulties associated with Autism or Asperger’s, couples face significant challenges in maintaining effective communication. In this first episode, we delve into 'expressive' communication and the obstacles that must be addressed to achieve desired outcomes. Listeners will begin to identify elements of verbal and non-verbal communication and what their words and expressions are saying. If you are looking for your own copy of 'Determined for More', check out our website at https://www.livingstonescoaching.com. There you can find links for purchasing the paperback, Kindle, or Audible versions through Amazon. Also on our website, you will find many other resources to support couples who are navigating their journey through the intersection of sexual integrity and neurodiversity. * Be sure to LIKE and FOLLOW our podcast series, and we'd love it if you'd also consider giving us feedback through a rating/review of this episode.

    31 min

  5. 07/23/2024

    Episode #2 - Relational Safety Plan

    Continuing in our series, this second episode dives into one of the most important foundational building blocks necessary for restoration – a relational safety plan. For many, this may be a new concept that has been missing in the relationship, and for others, this may be the next step in establishing a basis for building trust with a partner after a sexual or non-sexual breach of trust. Listeners join us along this journey as we share the growth that can come through developing a healthy and joint relational safety plan. If you are looking for your own copy of 'Determined for More', check out our website at https://www.livingstonescoaching.com. There you can find links for purchasing the paperback, Kindle, or Audible versions through Amazon. Also on our website, you will find many other resources to support couples who are navigating their journey through the intersection of sexual integrity and neurodiversity. * Be sure to LIKE and FOLLOW our podcast series, and we'd love it if you'd also consider giving us feedback through a rating/review of this episode.

    29 min

  6. 07/09/2024

    Episode #1 - Accepting the Reality

    In this first episode of the series, we start by taking a few minutes to look deeper into the reality of accepting a newly discovered or existing, formal or informal, diagnosis of Autism Spectrum or Asperger's Syndrome. We'll look at what it means to be a neurodiverse couple, moving through awareness, acceptance, and action, as well as understanding the process of grief that a diagnosis brings. If you are looking for your own copy of 'Determined for More', check out our website at https://www.livingstonescoaching.com. There you can find links for purchasing the paperback or Kindle versions through Amazon. Also on our website, you will find many other resources to support couples who are navigating their journey through the intersection of sexual integrity and neurodiversity. * Be sure to LIKE and FOLLOW our podcast series, and we'd love it if you'd also consider giving us feedback through a rating/review of this episode.

    30 min

  7. 06/26/2024

    Welcome to the Determined for More Podcast

    We're glad you're here! We have created a 6 episode podcast series to bring our personal story and professional learnings to those of you recovering from sexual integrity issues while navigating a neurodiverse marriage. Our topics include accepting the realities, relational safety, expressive and receptive communication, empathy & theory of mind, and conflict resolution & repair. We hope this brings you encourage, hope and a way forward! And to learn more about our couples workshops, purchase your own copy of the Determined for More book authored by Shawna, or find additional resources for support - visit https://www.livingstonescoaching.com.

    3 min

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Based on the book "Determined for More", this podcast series with Shawna and Kevin shares a deeply personal journey of resilience and faith amidst profound challenges. Starting with high hopes in marriage, they confronted a series of devastating trials including divorce, betrayal trauma, emotional deprivation, and the complexities of a late in life autism diagnosis. Join them as they share their personal struggles and learnings while also providing specific tools and resources for other couples navigating the intersection of sexual integrity struggles and neurodiversity in marriage. Determined for More is not just a story of survival, but a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of unwavering determination.

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  • Creator
    Shawna & Kevin Meek
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
    7
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