All Things Marriage with Dr. Chavonne

Dr. Chavonne Perotte: Transformational coach, author, and speaker.

All Things Marriage Podcast with Dr. Chavonne Perotte is your go-to resource for navigating every stage of marriage. Whether you’re engaged, a newlywed, a seasoned spouse, or questioning your relationship’s future, this podcast offers the tools, insights, and strategies you need to create a fulfilling and connected partnership. With real, honest conversations and expert guidance, we’ll explore what truly matters in marriage—building strong communication, reigniting connection, overcoming challenges, and making the personal shifts that lead to lasting happiness. Tune in for actionable advice, fresh perspectives, and the inspiration to create the relationship you’ve always envisioned. Whether you’re thriving, struggling, or somewhere in between, there’s something here for you.

  1. 5d ago

    Episode 327: Trust Issues in Marriage (That Have Nothing to Do With Infidelity)

    When you hear the phrase "trust issues," you probably think about infidelity. But some of the most damaging trust issues in a marriage have nothing to do with cheating. In today's episode I share with you the specific ways I've seen trust issues create disconnection in marriage. Inside this episode, we:Uncover the subtle experiences that slowly erode trust over timeLook at how emotional responsiveness, consistency, and follow-through shape the quality of your relationshipDiscuss why many trust issues are actually rooted in everyday interactions rather than major betrayalsHelp you identify the experiences that may have taught you it isn't safe to depend on your partnerExplore what it takes to rebuild trust and create greater emotional safety and connection If trust feels fragile in your relationship, this episode will help you understand why—and what can begin to repair it. Ready to go deeper?If this episode resonated with you and you're realizing that trust, safety, and connection have been slowly eroding in your relationship, this is exactly the work we do inside The Connected Marriage. Together, we uncover the deeper patterns keeping you stuck, help you understand what's really happening beneath the conflict and disconnection, and guide you in creating the kind of relationship that feels safe, connected, and strong. If you're ready to stop repeating the same painful cycles and start creating lasting change, I invite you to schedule a consultation here

    38 min
  2. Jun 2

    Episode 326: Thought Errors: 5 Ways the Stories You Tell Yourself About Your Marriage are Keeping You Stuck

    What if some of the resentment, conflict, and disconnection in your marriage… is being fueled by the stories you’re telling yourself about your partner? In this episode, we’re looking at the thought patterns and misperceptions that quietly shape the way you experience your relationship—and how those perspectives can either deepen disconnection or create space for understanding, growth, and change. Inside this episode, we:Explore the negative beliefs and assumptions that often build up in long-term relationshipsUncover how resentment shapes the way you interpret your partner’s behaviorLook at the role attachment styles and coping patterns play in relationship misunderstandingsChallenge unrealistic expectations that may be quietly damaging connectionTalk about the importance of radical responsibility and seeing your own impact clearlyExplore how unacknowledged shame can sometimes show up as criticism toward your partner This episode is a loving wake-up call to become more aware of the stories shaping your marriage—and to begin replacing emotional certainty with deeper understanding and truth. A STEP DEEPER: If this conversation deeply resonated with you, and you’re starting to recognize how much your internal patterns, interpretations, and emotional responses are shaping the experience of your marriage, this is exactly the kind of work we do inside The Connected Marriage. I'd love to help you further. To learn more about how this private coaching program can support you, book a complimentary consultation call HERE.

    42 min
  3. May 26

    Episode 325: What Actually Changes a Marriage

    Why do so many couples keep having the same arguments, the same disconnection, and the same frustrations… even when they genuinely want things to get better? In this episode, we answer that question by looking deeply at what actually changes a marriage—and why so many couples stay stuck even while trying hard to make things different. Inside this episode, we:Explore why insight and good intentions alone don’t create lasting changeUncover the deeper patterns that keep couples stuck in cycles of conflict and disconnectionBreak down the internal shifts that have to happen before a relationship can truly transformLook at the role emotional safety, self-awareness, healing, and regulation play in changing relationship dynamicsTalk about why growth feels uncomfortable—and why avoiding that discomfort keeps couples stuckHelp you understand what it actually takes to create a marriage that feels connected, strong, and sustainable over time If you’ve been feeling frustrated that things still aren’t changing in your relationship… this episode will help you understand why—and show you a clearer path forward. Ready to go deeper?If you’re listening to this and realizing you don’t just want temporary improvements—you want real change in your marriage—this is exactly the work we do inside The Connected Marriage. Together, we uncover the deeper patterns keeping you stuck, shift how you show up individually and relationally, and help you create a marriage that feels more connected, safe, and strong. If you’re ready to stop repeating the same cycles and finally create lasting change, I invite you to schedule a consultation HERE

    33 min
  4. May 19

    Episode 324: What to Do When You're Not Being Heard

    Few things feel more painful in a marriage than trying to express yourself… and walking away feeling unheard. In this episode, we’re looking at why you may not be feeling heard in your relationship—and the deeper dynamics that often get in the way of true understanding and emotional responsiveness. Inside this episode, we:Explore the subtle ways you may unintentionally contribute to not feeling heardUncover the most common responses that block emotional connection and understanding in relationshipsTalk about why some conversations leave you feeling hurt, alone, or emotionally abandonedHelp you assess what may actually be getting in the way for your partnerWalk through how to care for yourself emotionally when a vulnerable moment doesn’t go the way you hopedExplore the difference between resentment, compassion, and radical acceptance in long-term relationshipsDiscuss how to approach difficult conversations in a way that creates more openness, safety, and connection If you’ve been carrying the pain of not feeling heard in your marriage… this episode will help you make deeper sense of what’s happening—and what healing and connection can begin to look like from here. Inside my recent Attachment Styles Masterclass, I break down even further the underlying dynamics that create this experience between anxious and avoidant couples. You'll learn more about that happens for both of you in these moments, and more importantly, how to create positive shifts that lead to productive conversations and you feeling seen and heard again. You can access this Masterclass, right now, on demand for free. CLICK HERE to receive this 2-Part Series.

    37 min
  5. May 12

    Episode 323: Why Do I Feel So Alone in My Marriage?

    One of the most challenging experiences is to feel alone inside a marriage. It causes you to question the entire point of being together. In this episode, we're having that conversation head on. We will also look at the deeper dynamic beneath loneliness in marriage—and why so many couples end up stuck in painful cycles of disconnection without fully understanding what’s happening. Inside this episode, we:Explore the everyday moments that quietly create loneliness in a marriageUncover the painful conclusions people often come to when they don’t feel emotionally connected to their partnerLook at the common ways people try to solve this problem—and why those approaches often make the dynamic worseBreak down how anxious and avoidant attachment patterns shape the experience of loneliness and disconnectionHelp you understand why this dynamic feels so painful emotionally and relationallyOffer a more hopeful and grounded way to make sense of what’s happening in your relationship If you’ve been feeling disconnected, emotionally alone, or exhausted inside your marriage… this episode will help you understand why. And more importantly, what can actually begin to change it. Want to go deeper?I recently taught a two-day masterclass on the anxious-avoidant dynamic in marriage. Day 1 helps you deeply understand what’s actually happening beneath the conflict, loneliness, and disconnection. Day 2 walks you through how to begin shifting those patterns to create more emotional safety and connection. I’m making this masterclass available on demand for podcast listeners because I know how transformative this understanding can be. ACCESS THE MASTERCLASS FOR FREE RIGHT HERE

    35 min
  6. Apr 28

    Episode 321: Why Marriage Requires You to Grow (And What Happens If You Don’t)

    You can want a better marriage. And still be staying the same. Avoiding the discomfort. Repeating the same patterns. Reacting in the same ways—again and again. And wondering why nothing really changes. In this episode, we’re looking at the truth most people don’t want to face: Marriage requires you to grow. And what happens when you don’t. Inside this episode, we:Explore why growth isn’t optional if you want a strong, connected marriageLook at the real cost of staying the same—emotionally, relationally, and over timeBreak down the patterns that keep people from growing (even when they want to)Uncover the role of discomfort—and why most people avoid the very thing that would change everythingIdentify the key areas where growth is actually required in your relationshipChallenge you to consider the kind of partner you’re choosing to be This episode is an invitation to take a deeper look at yourself—and to decide whether you’re willing to grow into the version of you your marriage actually needs. Ready to go deeper?If you’re listening to this and realizing you want more for your marriage—but aren’t sure how to actually create that kind of change—this is the work I do with my private clients inside The Connected Marriage. We take the patterns you’re experiencing, slow them down, and help you understand what’s really happening—so you can begin to shift how you show up and how you relate to each other. This is how you move from feeling stuck or disconnected…to creating a relationship that feels safe, connected, and strong. If you’d like to explore what this could look like for you, you can schedule a consultation HERE

    26 min
5
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45 Ratings

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All Things Marriage Podcast with Dr. Chavonne Perotte is your go-to resource for navigating every stage of marriage. Whether you’re engaged, a newlywed, a seasoned spouse, or questioning your relationship’s future, this podcast offers the tools, insights, and strategies you need to create a fulfilling and connected partnership. With real, honest conversations and expert guidance, we’ll explore what truly matters in marriage—building strong communication, reigniting connection, overcoming challenges, and making the personal shifts that lead to lasting happiness. Tune in for actionable advice, fresh perspectives, and the inspiration to create the relationship you’ve always envisioned. Whether you’re thriving, struggling, or somewhere in between, there’s something here for you.

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