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. 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
  2. APR 14

    Episode 319: Conditions that Create Emotional Safety in Marriage

    Emotional safety gets talked about a lot in relationships. But if you’re honest, there are moments where something shifts, and you don’t feel safe anymore. Maybe your partner said something a certain way. Or didn’t respond how you needed them to. And suddenly, you feel guarded… distant… or unsure if it’s safe to open up. In this episode, we’re looking at what emotional safety actually requires—and why it can feel so hard to create, even when you care deeply about each other. Inside this episode, we:Break down the difference between what disrupts emotional safety externally vs. what’s happening internallyExplore how your past experiences and attachment patterns shape how you interpret moments with your partnerUncover why certain interactions feel so much bigger than the moment itselfWalk through the core conditions that actually create emotional safety in a relationshipHelp you understand what allows you to stay open, grounded, and connected—even in difficult momentsIdentify the kinds of experiences that teach your nervous system “it’s safe to be me here” When you begin to understand emotional safety this way… You stop looking for it in just one place. And start learning how it’s created—within you and between you. Ready to go deeper?If you’re listening to this and realizing you want more emotional safety in your relationship—but aren’t sure how to actually create it—this is the work I do with my private clients inside The Connected Marriage. If you’d like to explore working together, you can schedule a consultation here

    34 min
  3. APR 7

    Episode 318: Why Small Comments Turn into Big Arguments

    Today we’re looking at those moments where everything feels fine… until it suddenly isn’t. The conversation shifts. Your feelings get hurt. And before you know it, you’re in an argument that didn’t even need to happen. If that feels familiar, there’s a deeper reason why. And when you understand it, you stop getting pulled into the same cycle over and over again. Inside this episode, we: • Break down what actually happens in the moment a conversation takes a turn • Look at how your mind quickly assigns meaning—and why that matters more than the comment itself • Explore the emotional reaction that drives what you say next • Walk through what’s happening on your partner’s side that you may not be considering • Uncover the pattern that keeps these moments turning into bigger arguments • Share the shift that helps you interrupt the cycle before it escalates When you begin to see these moments differently, you don’t just handle them better, you change the entire direction of the conversation. Mentioned in This Episode: The Connected Marriage - a private coaching experience where I help you go from feeling alone, frustrated, and disconnected in your marriage to feeling connected, supported, and truly together again. In this work we move you from being stuck in your problems to actually shifting the patterns that keep creating them. If this sounds like what you are looking for, the next step is to book a complimentary Marriage Shift Session to make sure we are a good fit. Schedule your call with me here.

    38 min
  4. MAR 24

    Episode 316: Why Communication Breaks Down in Marriage (And What's Really Happening)

    Conversations don’t break down because you don’t know what to say. They break down because of what’s happening inside the conversation. In this episode, we’re looking at the real reasons communication goes wrong in marriage—and why it keeps happening even when you’re trying your best to talk things through. Inside this episode, we:Explore how misperception leads you to react to meaning, not what was actually saidTalk about how needing something from your partner in the moment changes the energy of a conversationBreak down how judgment quietly enters and shuts down connectionLook at what happens when emotions get activated unexpectedlyHighlight why entering a conversation already dysregulated often determines how it unfolds When you begin to see these patterns, you stop focusing only on what to say…and start understanding what’s actually shaping the conversation in real time. That’s where change becomes possible. The Next Step The work I do with my private clients is centered around helping you understand the deeper dynamics shaping your marriage so you can create a relationship that feels safe, connected, and truly supportive. Together, we slow things down, bring awareness to the patterns between you, and create the shifts that change how you show up with each other. If you’re ready for that kind of work, the next step is a consultation call. If that feels like the kind of support you’re ready for, you can schedule your consultation here:

    35 min
  5. MAR 17

    Episode 315: Why You Keep Having the Same Argument in Your Marriage: Fixing Things vs. Transforming Them

    Today we are diving in to the difference between fixing your problems and transforming your marriage. Most couples believe the problem they’re facing… is the problem. The argument. The disagreement. The thing that keeps coming up again and again. But what if that’s not actually what’s keeping you stuck? In this episode, we move beneath the surface of conflict and into the dynamic that shapes how you show up with each other. Because when you can see that clearly… you’re no longer just trying to fix what’s happening. You’re able to change it. Inside this episode, we: Distinguish between surface-level issues and the deeper relational dynamicExplore how emotional meaning drives conflict more than the topic itselfBreak down the protective responses that keep couples in the same cycleIntroduce a simple, powerful framework to help you shift the pattern in real time This is the difference between working on your problems… and transforming your marriage. If you’re realizing that the issue in your marriage may not actually be the issue… and you’re ready to understand the deeper dynamic shaping your relationship, this is the kind of work I help my clients do every day. Through coaching, we slow the patterns down, bring awareness to what’s really happening, and create the shifts that lead to a more connected and supportive marriage. If you’d like to explore what working together might look like, I invite you to schedule a consultation call HERE

    36 min
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43 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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