All Things Marriage with Dr. Chavonne

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

  1. 5D AGO

    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

  2. MAR 10

    Episode 314: How to Improve Your Marriage: 6 Simple Upgrades That Make a Big Difference

    If you want to improve your marriage, the answer isn’t usually one big change. It’s a series of small shifts in how you think, communicate, and show up for each other. In this episode, I’m sharing six simple upgrades that can make a meaningful difference in your marriage — whether things feel good but could be deeper, or you’ve started to notice some distance between you. We talk about: • The internal shift you need to make before your marriage can truly change • A small adjustment in how you show up that can alter the entire emotional dynamic between you • The quiet way couples start seeing each other differently over time — and how to reverse it • One communication shift that instantly changes the tone of difficult conversations • Why the way most couples spend time together isn’t actually building connection • The overlooked ingredient that brings energy, playfulness, and attraction back into a relationship These shifts may sound simple, but they can dramatically change the emotional climate of a relationship. If you’re ready for your marriage to feel more connected, intentional, and alive, this episode will give you a powerful place to start. If you’re ready for your marriage to feel more connected, more intentional, and more aligned with the kind of relationship you actually want, the next step is a conversation. I work with women and couples who want to strengthen their marriage and create lasting change. You can book a consultation call with me HERE, and we’ll talk about what’s happening in your relationship and what’s possible from here.

    32 min

  3. MAR 3

    Episode 313: Becoming Best Friends Again: Restoring Friendship in Marriage

    Friendship is the quiet foundation of everything that makes marriage feel alive. It’s what makes desire sustainable. It’s what softens conflict. It’s what creates emotional safety. It’s what makes being married actually enjoyable. In this episode, we explore why friendship fades in the first place — and why that doesn’t mean anything is terribly wrong. Sometimes it simply means you’ve entered a new season that requires more intention. We talk about: • The subtle ways couples grow apart over time • How stress, misattunement, and negative assumptions reshape connection • Why resentment often begins with small unmet needs • The quiet power of emotional safety • And why friendship is more strategic than sentimental If you’ve found yourself thinking, “We’re fine… but we’re not as close,” this conversation is for you. Becoming best friends again doesn’t require starting over. It requires awareness. Willingness. And a shift in how you show up. This episode will help you do just that. And if you'd like to discuss joining my upcoming couples retreat, you can book a private application call with me here.

    32 min

  4. FEB 24

    Episode 312: 5 Types of Disconnection in Marriage

    You don’t have to be fighting to be drifting. In this episode, we’re unpacking the subtle types of disconnection that quietly creep into good marriages — long before resentment or crisis ever appear. If your relationship feels stable but flatter than it once did… if you love each other but feel less captivated, less curious, less connected… this conversation is for you. Inside this episode, you’ll learn: The 5 distinct types of disconnection most couples experienceWhy “we’re fine” can be a turning pointHow to identify whether you’re in the early, new-normal, or stuck stageThe mindset shifts that either deepen drift or restore connectionA simple process to interrupt disconnection before it becomes distance Most marriages don’t fall apart dramatically. They slowly shift into autopilot. The earlier you recognize the type of disconnection you’re experiencing, the easier it is to reset. You don’t need a crisis to justify intention. You just need awareness — and the willingness to act on it. If this episode stirred something in you, that’s worth paying attention to. I’m currently curating a small number of couples for the next Marriage UpGrade retreat — an intentional pause designed to restore connection, admiration, and desire. Learn more here.

    39 min

  5. FEB 17

    Episode 311: Designing a Marriage You're Excited About

    In this episode, we’re talking about the quiet stage many couples find themselves in — not fighting, not falling apart… just operating on autopilot. Logistics over romance. Responsibilities over connection. “We’re fine” instead of “We’re thriving.” If you want to: Bring back the spark in your marriageFeel emotionally connected to your spouse againReignite passion and noveltyStop co-existing and start engagingIntentionally design a healthy, fulfilling marriage This conversation is for you. You’ll learn: Why good marriages slowly lose momentumThe subtle signs you’re drifting (even if things seem stable)How to reset your connection before irritation replaces intimacyThe power of shared vision and intentional romanceWhy you don’t need a crisis to justify a relationship reset Marriage doesn’t become exciting by accident. It becomes exciting when you decide to design it that way. If you’re ready to move from “fine” to fully alive in your relationship, this episode will show you where to begin. And for couples who want a deeper, immersive reset experience, The Marriage UpGrade retreat was created specifically for this stage — where love is present, but intention needs to be restored. You don’t have to wait for distance to force change. You can choose excitement now.

    32 min

  6. FEB 10

    Episode 310: Relational Trauma in Marriage: When the Relationship No Longer Feels Safe

    In this episode, we explore a deeper layer of pain that can exist in marriage—one that doesn’t always come from big betrayals or constant fighting, but from what happens slowly, quietly, and repeatedly over time. You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of: why certain interactions still feel charged long after they happenwhy effort and “good intentions” don’t always lead to repairhow your body and nervous system may be responding before your mind catches upwhy some couples feel stuck even when they’re trying to do everything “right”what it might mean when a relationship no longer feels emotionally safe—even if it’s still intactThis episode is for anyone who knows something is off, but hasn’t had language for it yet. Mentioned in this Episode: All About Attachment Styles Series: Join me daily Feb 9-13 at 12:30EST for this free teaching series. Dial in to the confidential conference call line: (669) 274-9890 Join my email list HERE! Never miss anything I have to offer outside of the podcast. Ready to heal the wounds you've accumulated in your marriage? Book a time to talk with me HERE about how my coaching approach will help you move forward in a more positive way.

    29 min

  7. FEB 3

    Episode 309: How to Reduce Conflict and Create Emotional Safety in Your Marriage

    Conflict in marriage isn’t usually about the surface issue—it’s about what gets activated underneath. In this episode, I’m breaking down what’s really driving the arguments, shutdowns, and emotional distance so many couples find themselves stuck in. We’re talking about the emotions that are hardest to feel, the coping strategies that keep backfiring, and why reacting in the moment so often makes things worse—even when your intentions are good. You’ll learn what actually creates emotional safety between partners, how to stay grounded instead of reactive, and why regulating your own emotional experience is the key to calmer conversations, fewer blowups, and deeper connection. If you’re tired of feeling like you’re either walking on eggshells or stuck in the same fights on repeat, this conversation will help you see a new path forward. If this episode is describing your marriage, don’t wait for the next argument to try to put these things in place. The help you need is available now to avoid that fight altogether. I invite you to book a consultation call with me and explore exactly how working together in my private coaching program will help you have calmer, more connected conversations that actually end well. BOOK YOUR CALL HERE.

    40 min

  8. JAN 27

    Episode 308: Stuck Conversations in Marriage: Why You Keep Talking and Nothing Is Changing

    Have you ever walked away from a conversation with your partner thinking, “We’ve talked about this so many times… why does nothing ever change?” In this episode, we’re talking about stuck conversations—the ones that keep looping around emotional needs, help and support, or personal growth… without ever really moving the relationship forward. I break down what’s actually happening beneath the surface of these repeated discussions—especially the common dynamic where one partner has a clear vision and unmet expectations for the relationship and the other doesn’t share that vision, doesn’t fully understand it, or quietly resists it I'll also walk you through what actually needs to shift—not just what to say, but: what to decide before the conversationhow to redirect your energy during itand how to be radically honest with yourself after, especially when the outcome isn’t what you hoped for If you’ve been doing everything you know how to do—and still feel stuck—this episode will help you zoom out, see the pattern more clearly, and understand what might finally help break the cycle. This is the Moment to Get Help: These conversations don’t fix themselves—and repeating them without support often makes things worse. A private consultation call gives you the outside perspective and structure needed to finally break the cycle. You can BOOK YOUR CALL WITH ME HERE And to sign up for my email list, CLICK HERE

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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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  • Creator
    Dr. Chavonne Perotte: Transformational coach, author, and speaker.
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    300
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    Clean
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    © Copyright 2026 All Things Marriage with Dr. Chavonne
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