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Finances: The Struggle is Real

February 26, 2019
The Road Home to You

Money struggles. We all have them no matter how much money we’ve got. But when those struggles come between a husband and wife, there’s more on the line than the bank account.

This week Matt and Brandy talk about a few simple strategies to alleviate some common financial conflicts. Communication is key so gather up your partner and let’s have a date talking about everyone’s favorite subject: finances!

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While we are not, nor would we ever claim to be, financial experts, here’s a link to a resource that has been given strong endorsements by people all over the world:
Dave Ramsey and Financial Peace University

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Recorded, edited and produced at 4Gs Studios in Sandy, OR by Brandy J. Goebel.

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Communication Barriers and How to Overcome Them

February 12, 2019
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In this week’s episode, Matt and I cover 8 common communication barriers that most couples encounter and then explore 7 ways to overcome them.

Because let’s face it: sometimes communication can be difficult. Between the busy-ness of everyday life to major stressors that are bound to occur, it’s not always easy talking to the person who’s going through life by our side.

Eight Common Barriers in Communication:

While these lists are, by no means, exhaustive, they definitely cover some of the major topics that we’ve either seen, experienced or heard other people talk about.

Life transitions
Financial Stress
Physical and Mental Health Issues
Busyness
Changes in Sexual Relationship
Extended Family
Changing Hobbies and Interests
Loss and Grief

Seven Practical Ways to Overcome Communication Barriers:

Scheduling time for both fun and difficult conversations to take place
In the middle of a crisis, put everything else on hold
Keep a Captain’s Log
Take time to really listen
Honor and respect one another’s vulnerability
Own your own issues
Avoid passive-aggressive behavior

To hear how these ideas are fleshed out, tune into this week’s episode.

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Show Notes – Valentine’s Day: How to Say “I Love You” without A Hallmark Card

February 5, 2019
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Valentine’s Day.

The day that half the population runs from and the other half hopes will make their dreams come true. It’s a day wrought with expectation and disappointment.

All in an effort to say, “I love you.”

So what do you do when you’re the half of humanity that dreads this day more than the thought of a colonoscopy? Likewise, what do you do when you’re the other half that simply wants to know that you are loved above all others?

Join Matt and me, as we discuss some of our past Valentine’s day mishaps and what we’ve learned in 20-plus years that has helped us to love and honor one another despite our vast differences in approach to this holiday.

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You’ll also learn a little history behind the holiday and find out why Sweetheart Conversation Hearts aren’t being made this year.

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Recorded, edited and produced by Brandy J. Goebel at 4Gs Studios in Sandy, OR. 2019.