The Voyage Cast: Real Talk on Relationships and Mental Wellness

Eddie Eccker
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The Voyage Cast: Real Talk on Relationships and Mental Wellness

Relationships are complicated—especially when conflict, disconnection, or old patterns get in the way. The Voyage Cast is a podcast about emotional health, marriage repair, communication tools, and real stories of transformation. Hosted by Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker, each episode brings therapy-informed insights to the messy, meaningful work of connection. You’ll hear practical advice, honest conversations, and occasional interviews with people who’ve faced the hard stuff—and found their way forward. Whether you’re navigating a rough season or just want a better map for love and growth, this show helps you stay the course.

  1. When Love Feels Like a Threat

    JUN 9

    When Love Feels Like a Threat

    Send us a text When Love Feels Like a Threat: Healing Anxious Attachment What if the ache you feel in love isn’t insecurity, but a survival response? In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Eddie unpacks the painful reality of anxious attachment: when love feels more like holding your breath than exhaling. From the spiral of “Do they still care?” to the deep nervous system wiring behind your need for reassurance, this conversation peels back the emotional layers of why closeness can feel both sacred and terrifying. You’ll learn: – What anxious attachment really is (and why it’s not your fault) – How it shows up in texts, silence, spirals, and relationships – The four core attachment styles and how they shape intimacy – Real, daily practices for rewiring how you give and receive love – What it means to love someone with anxious attachment, without losing yourself This episode isn’t about quick fixes. It’s about learning to breathe again in relationships. To stop chasing love and start feeling safe in it. 🔗 Listen now—and share with someone who knows what it’s like to feel too much, too often, for people who might not stay. To read the full article click HERE Support the show For Counseling Support in Colorado Contact Voyages Counseling Got a question or story to share? Record your message and send it in—we might feature it and answer it on the next episode! This podcast is a labor of love, and you can help us keep it going strong. Join our Patreon community and become a key part of what makes it all possible. Connect with us on the socials The Voyage Cast - Link Tree Products used to create The Voyage Cast: Rodecaster Pro 2 AKG P120 Mic Mogami XLR Mic Cables

    22 min
  2. Why Being ‘Right’ is Killing Your Marriage

    MAY 24

    Why Being ‘Right’ is Killing Your Marriage

    Send us a text In this episode of The Voyage Cast, host and therapist Eddie Eccker explores how the need to be “right” in your relationship might be quietly sabotaging your connection. If you’ve ever walked away from an argument feeling victorious but emotionally distant, this one’s for you. Eddie unpacks how our obsession with being right often stems from deeper fears—like being misunderstood, blamed, or unseen—and how those fears can lead us to build walls instead of bridges. You’ll learn what happens in the brain during conflict, why logic alone doesn’t restore closeness, and how simple shifts like curiosity, vulnerability, and ownership can bring real healing. Whether you’re married, dating, or just want to communicate better, this episode is a practical, heartfelt invitation to choose connection over control—and to risk being real instead of just being right. Read the full article HERE Support the show For Counseling Support in Colorado Contact Voyages Counseling Got a question or story to share? Record your message and send it in—we might feature it and answer it on the next episode! This podcast is a labor of love, and you can help us keep it going strong. Join our Patreon community and become a key part of what makes it all possible. Connect with us on the socials The Voyage Cast - Link Tree Products used to create The Voyage Cast: Rodecaster Pro 2 AKG P120 Mic Mogami XLR Mic Cables

    12 min
  3. The 6-Second Kiss & the 20-Second Hug: Small Habits That Heal Big Wounds

    MAY 21

    The 6-Second Kiss & the 20-Second Hug: Small Habits That Heal Big Wounds

    Send us a text You don’t need a weekend retreat or a five-hour heart-to-heart to reconnect with your partner. Sometimes, all it takes is six seconds of presence. In this episode, Eddie unpacks the surprising power of two tiny but transformative rituals—the 6-second kiss and the 20-second hug. Backed by research from Dr. John Gottman and Dr. Paul Zak, and rooted in lived relational wisdom, this conversation explores how intentional touch can reset trust, soothe the nervous system, and rebuild emotional safety in tired or tense relationships. Whether your marriage feels distant or just dull, these small habits might be the lifeline you didn’t know you needed. 🎧 Tune in to learn: Why your nervous system craves connection more than resolutionThe science behind oxytocin, touch, and emotional bondingHow to start simple, even when things feel awkward or fragile🔗 Click here for the full article. Support the show For Counseling Support in Colorado Contact Voyages Counseling Got a question or story to share? Record your message and send it in—we might feature it and answer it on the next episode! This podcast is a labor of love, and you can help us keep it going strong. Join our Patreon community and become a key part of what makes it all possible. Connect with us on the socials The Voyage Cast - Link Tree Products used to create The Voyage Cast: Rodecaster Pro 2 AKG P120 Mic Mogami XLR Mic Cables

    11 min
  4. Your Relational Memory Sucks! The Peak end Rule & Love

    MAY 15

    Your Relational Memory Sucks! The Peak end Rule & Love

    Send us a text Your Relational Memory Sucks! The Peak-End Rule & Love Are you remembering your relationship accurately, or just holding onto the emotional high and the painful goodbye? In this episode of The Voyage Cast, host Eddie Eccker unpacks how our brains actually remember love, heartbreak, and everything in between. Drawing on powerful research from Nobel Prize-winning psychologist Daniel Kahneman and memory expert Elizabeth Loftus, Eddie explores the Peak-End Rule—the idea that we remember only the most emotionally intense moments and how things ended, not the full story. You’ll learn: Why one fight or a painful ending can distort an entire relationshipHow memory is shaped more by emotion than factFour actionable steps to create new emotional “peaks,” repair ruptures, and end well—whether it’s a conversation or a connectionIf you’ve ever wondered why you keep replaying one argument, clinging to a perfect beginning, or struggling to move forward after a breakup, this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen in to learn how to rewrite the story—truthfully, compassionately, and with intention. Read the Full Article Support the show For Counseling Support in Colorado Contact Voyages Counseling Got a question or story to share? Record your message and send it in—we might feature it and answer it on the next episode! This podcast is a labor of love, and you can help us keep it going strong. Join our Patreon community and become a key part of what makes it all possible. Connect with us on the socials The Voyage Cast - Link Tree Products used to create The Voyage Cast: Rodecaster Pro 2 AKG P120 Mic Mogami XLR Mic Cables

    13 min
  5. Gravity for the Anxious: Grounding Techniques to Calm Panic and Reclaim Your Body

    MAY 14

    Gravity for the Anxious: Grounding Techniques to Calm Panic and Reclaim Your Body

    Send us a text Anxiety doesn’t just hijack your thoughts—it takes over your body. In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Eddie Eccker breaks down what grounding really is, why it works (spoiler: it’s neuroscience, not just self-help), and how to start using it right now to stop panic in its tracks. You’ll learn: What grounding is and how it helps regulate anxiety and traumaThe science behind why your nervous system flips into panic mode5 powerful grounding tools you can use anytime, anywhereWhen grounding works best—and what it can’t do (yet why it still matters)Whether you’re experiencing daily anxiety, occasional overwhelm, or just want to reconnect with your body in a healthier way, this episode offers practical help and deep insight. Grounding won’t erase the storm, but it can keep you anchored long enough to find your way through it. Tune in now and share this episode with someone who needs a steady place to land. For the full article, click HERE Support the show For Counseling Support in Colorado Contact Voyages Counseling Got a question or story to share? Record your message and send it in—we might feature it and answer it on the next episode! This podcast is a labor of love, and you can help us keep it going strong. Join our Patreon community and become a key part of what makes it all possible. Connect with us on the socials The Voyage Cast - Link Tree Products used to create The Voyage Cast: Rodecaster Pro 2 AKG P120 Mic Mogami XLR Mic Cables

    13 min
  6. Why Did We Stop Talking?

    MAY 8

    Why Did We Stop Talking?

    Send us a text Why Did We Stop Talking? Episode Description: It didn’t end in a fight. There was no explosion. Just less. Less laughter. Less eye contact. Less reaching across the bed—until eventually, there was silence. In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker explores the quiet unraveling of modern relationships and how communication often dies, not with chaos, but with emotional fatigue and unspoken expectations. You’ll hear why so many couples stop talking—not because they’ve stopped loving, but because they’ve grown tired of walking on eggshells, being misunderstood, or always trying to keep the peace. And most importantly, you’ll learn how to find your way back. In this episode: Why emotional erosion is more dangerous than big fightsThe cultural lie of hyper-independence and how it damages connectionHow to recognize the hidden story killing your communicationSmall, honest steps to rebuild intimacy without shame or blameWhether you’re feeling the slow drift or wondering if it’s too late to reconnect, this episode offers hope, clarity, and real tools to move forward. 💬 Because silence isn’t the end. It’s just the signal that something deeper needs to be healed. 🎧 Listen now—and take the first step toward talking again. For the full article, click HERE  Support the show For Counseling Support in Colorado Contact Voyages Counseling Got a question or story to share? Record your message and send it in—we might feature it and answer it on the next episode! This podcast is a labor of love, and you can help us keep it going strong. Join our Patreon community and become a key part of what makes it all possible. Connect with us on the socials The Voyage Cast - Link Tree Products used to create The Voyage Cast: Rodecaster Pro 2 AKG P120 Mic Mogami XLR Mic Cables

    16 min
  7. The Mountain of Intimacy: How Separate Growth Heals and Strengthens Marriage

    MAY 7

    The Mountain of Intimacy: How Separate Growth Heals and Strengthens Marriage

    Send us a text The Mountain of Intimacy: How Separate Growth Heals and Strengthens Marriage - To Read the Full Article Click here What if the way to build deeper intimacy in your marriage isn’t by fixing your partner—but by growing yourself? In this episode of The Voyage Cast, host Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie unpacks The Mountain of Intimacy—a powerful metaphor for how separate personal growth leads to deeper connection in relationships. With honesty and compassion, Eddie explores why trying to “fix” your partner often leads to emotional distance, and how owning your own healing can actually bring you closer together. Whether your marriage feels stuck, strained, or just in need of a reset, this episode offers gentle, practical wisdom on how to heal from disconnection, set healthy boundaries, and grow side by side—with love, not pressure. Perfect for anyone navigating relationship pain, emotional exhaustion, or the longing to feel close again. Key topics covered: Why focusing on your own growth strengthens your marriageDifferentiation: staying connected without losing yourselfRebuilding trust without controlNavigating the pain when your partner won’t growPractical steps to start your personal healing journeyIf you’re feeling distant in your relationship—but not ready to give up—this episode is for you. Book: Passionate Marriage by David Schnarch Support the show For Counseling Support in Colorado Contact Voyages Counseling Got a question or story to share? Record your message and send it in—we might feature it and answer it on the next episode! This podcast is a labor of love, and you can help us keep it going strong. Join our Patreon community and become a key part of what makes it all possible. Connect with us on the socials The Voyage Cast - Link Tree Products used to create The Voyage Cast: Rodecaster Pro 2 AKG P120 Mic Mogami XLR Mic Cables

    19 min
  8. The Stories That Keep You Fighting: Marriage, Politics, and the Trap of Certainty

    APR 28

    The Stories That Keep You Fighting: Marriage, Politics, and the Trap of Certainty

    Send us a text In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Eddie explores the invisible stories shaping how we experience marriage, politics, and everyday life. Most of us don’t realize we’re swimming in narratives we’ve built—narratives that can trap us in blame, outrage, and certainty without ever questioning if they’re true. Through relatable examples from political debates and common marriage conflicts, Eddie challenges us to pause, rethink the stories we defend, and start asking better questions. Because growth doesn’t come from having all the answers—it comes from learning to see the water we’re swimming in. If you’re feeling stuck, frustrated, or exhausted by the same old patterns, this conversation offers a different way forward: one rooted in clarity, responsibility, and real connection. Support the show For Counseling Support in Colorado Contact Voyages Counseling Got a question or story to share? Record your message and send it in—we might feature it and answer it on the next episode! This podcast is a labor of love, and you can help us keep it going strong. Join our Patreon community and become a key part of what makes it all possible. Connect with us on the socials The Voyage Cast - Link Tree Products used to create The Voyage Cast: Rodecaster Pro 2 AKG P120 Mic Mogami XLR Mic Cables

    10 min
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Relationships are complicated—especially when conflict, disconnection, or old patterns get in the way. The Voyage Cast is a podcast about emotional health, marriage repair, communication tools, and real stories of transformation. Hosted by Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker, each episode brings therapy-informed insights to the messy, meaningful work of connection. You’ll hear practical advice, honest conversations, and occasional interviews with people who’ve faced the hard stuff—and found their way forward. Whether you’re navigating a rough season or just want a better map for love and growth, this show helps you stay the course.

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