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Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication

EJ and Tarah Kerwin

Stronger relationships start here. The Relationship Renovation Podcast, hosted by licensed therapists and partners Tarah & E.J. Kerwin, gives couples the tools to improve communication, rebuild trust, and create lasting intimacy.Tarah and EJ share practical strategies, real-life stories, and therapist-guided insights to help you break negative cycles and deepen your connection.Each week you’ll learn how to:Practice couples therapy skills at homeStop fighting and start communicatingRebuild trust

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34:18

When Resentment Flares - Understanding and navigating...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/02/04

Throughout an intimate relationship, couples face challenging times. Many of the burdens you face as a couple, result from difficult times, external stress, and how you and your partner cope. Oftentimes, the stress you face is a direct result of your partner's choices and how they succeed and fail to adapt to the ups and downs of life. Resentment is the uncomfortable emotion that individuals in a committed relationship feel when they blame their partner for the emotional discomfort they are

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35:42

How the past affects your current relationship -...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/01/28

Throughout an individual’s life, they have experiences that shape how they see and interact with the world. Our prior experiences create the way we respond consciously and unconsciously in our relationships. When couples come together, they have entirely different ways to adapt to their environment. When you enter into an intimate relationship, you respond to life simultaneously. Unfortunately, you and your partner will inevitably respond in asymmetrical ways that lead to conflict. By understanding

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26:53

It Got Real Quick - When real life struggles hit your...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/01/21

The beginning of a relationship is often a time of excitement and immense pleasure. You and your partner stay up late talking, kissing, and more! It’s almost like you can’t get enough of them. You can face the next day of work or school with little to no sleep and show up with the high of love exuding out of every pore on your body. This “honeymoon” period of love and attraction can last weeks, months, or even years. But when it ends, there can be a tremendous letdown, and suddenly the love of your

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35:55

Relationship Advice for Parents - Interview with...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/01/14

Relationships face their most significant struggles in times of transition. Childbirth and having a baby is one of the most significant life changes that individuals and couples face during their lifecycle. Becoming parents creates a significant shift in the identity of an individual which can pull a couple apart in a time when they want to feel the most connected. Couples are often unprepared for the marital/relationship challenges that they face when they become parents.In this episode Tarah and

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35:21

Strengthening Your Relationship Early On - Interview...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2022/01/07

Individuals have countless options to help them find another person (Tinder, Hinge, Bumble, HER, etc.). But, once you have found someone you want to be with, technological resources dry up, and you are left on your own. The process of building a healthy relationship is almost entirely unsupported in the digital world. The proliferation of dating apps can keep individuals in a constant state of seeking the “next best thing” instead of appreciating and cultivating their current relationship.In this

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30:38

Reflection and Intentions - Creating purpose with...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2021/12/31

Taking an honest and empathetic yet critical look at how the past will affect the future helps couples create the loving relationship that they crave. It helps them identify the obstacles that get in the way of healthy conflict resolution. When couples lack the understanding of the roots of the discord in their relationship they get lost in destructive patterns of communication which diminishes their ability to feel intimately connected. \In this episode, Tarah and EJ begin by reflecting on the

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29:59

Creating Quality Relationship Time - Interview with...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2021/12/24

Couples often struggle to make their relationship a priority. They trust that the deep bond created early on in their relationship will naturally maintain their connection. Other aspects of their lives (career, hobbies, children, family) take up all their time and energy, and their relationship ends up on the back burner. It takes creativity, intentionality, and consistency to create ongoing quality time together. But when they do, they feel more intimately connected and supported by one another.In

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28:16

Sex Love and Goop Review - Two Couples Counseling...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2021/12/17

When a couple seeks help for their relationship, they address various topics -- communication, parenting, finances, family integration, appreciation, work/life balance, and of course, sex and intimacy. No issue is more complicated to navigate than a couple's intimate relationship. Having the ability to express love and receive love from your partner is the foundation of wellness and satisfaction in your relationship. Unfortunately, sex and intimacy are frequently where couples are most

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41:40

Sex Therapy - Interview with Sex Therapist Jessa...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2021/12/10

Sex and intimacy are aspects of a relationship that all couples struggle with. It is also an area of our lives where we receive limited and often destructive and unhelpful messages as a child and adult. By deepening your understanding and ability to communicate with your partner about the intimate aspects of your relationship, you create the ability to give and receive love in a way that makes you feel deeply connected and fulfilled.In this episode Tarah and EJ interview Jessa Zimmerman a nationally

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28:36

Surviving the Holidays Part 2

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2021/12/03

Family dynamics, gift buying, finances, blended families, and holiday expectations are one of the many issues couples have to cope with in the weeks ahead. The holiday season is a time where there are added stressors and expectations. At a time when individuals want to feel deeply connected to their partner, they can easily find themselves lonely, frustrated, and unfulfilled.In this episode, Tarah and EJ take questions from their social media followers. They share strategies couples can use to stay

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46:35

Integration and Dissociative Identity Disorder -...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2021/11/26

Studies estimate that up to 43% percent of adults experienced some childhood trauma. Traumatic experiences often lead to mental health struggles which place significant stress on a high percentage of adult relationships. Dissociative Disorders are a common biproduct of childhood trauma. Dissociative disorders involve problems with memory, identity, emotion, perception, behavior and sense of self. Dissociative symptoms can potentially disrupt every area of mental functioning.In this episode Tarah and

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26:40

Surviving the Holidays Part 1

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2021/11/19

Family dynamics, gift buying, finances, blended families, and holiday expectations are one of the many issues couples have to cope with in the weeks ahead. The holiday season is a time where there are added stressors and expectations. At a time when individuals want to feel deeply connected to their partner, they can easily find themselves lonely, frustrated, and unfulfilled.In this episode, Tarah and EJ take questions from their social media followers. They share strategies couples can use to stay

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30:16

The Enjoyable and Enriching Experience of Couples...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2021/11/12

The idea of going to couples counseling can be intimidating and feel daunting. Often, couples put off seeking support until they are in a place of crisis. This complicates the process and can slow down healing because their communication has gone so far offline. When couples come to counseling preventatively or early on in their relationship, they can strengthen their relationship and avoid many damaging dynamics that leave them emotionally and intimately distant.In this episode Tarah and EJ

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22:24

Are We Enjoying This? - Looking for What You Love...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2021/11/03

Individuals can get so caught up in life that they take their relationships for granted. Instead of appreciating all of the ways that their partner enriches their life, they only notice moments of discomfort and disruption. If couples aren't careful they can get stuck in patterns of frustration and annoyance that pull them apart and erode their intimate connection.In this episode, Tarah and EJ discuss the importance of enjoying your relationship by noticing what is wonderful about your partner

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42:05

The Sudden Caregiver - Interview with Karen Warner...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2021/10/29

When we commit to our partner for the long term, we are often caught up in the excitement of finding our life-long love. The joy of coming together overshadows the gravity of what commitment means. Becoming life partners is an agreement that you will be together throughout your lifespan. That you will support one another in growth and the inevitable ups and downs of life, aging with your partner - physically, cognitively, spiritually, and emotionally.This episode of Relationship Renovation is an

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34:50

Emotional Triage - Taking Care of Each Other in Conflict

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2021/10/22

Couples often lack the tools to navigate conflict in a healthy way. They both become emotionally activated and engage in a "war of perspectives". They desperately want to feel heard and understood, but because they are both hurt, angry and frustrated they struggle to listen and validate each other's thoughts and feelings. In this episode, Tarah and EJ discuss Emotional Triage, a strategy that can be employed during difficult moments which helps couples remain emotionally connected and

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39:56

Recovery's Impact on Relationship - Interview with...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2021/10/15

More than half of all adults have a family history of alcoholism or problem drinking. More than 7 million children live in a household where at least one parent is dependent on or has abused alcohol. Alcohol abuse can be a significant cause of relationship stress. It is essential to understand the impact problem drinking has on your individual and relationship wellness.In this episode Tarah and EJ interview Dean Anderson (author, executive, husband, and father). Dean discusses the impact alcohol had

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26:48

It's a Long Game - Individual Growth in Your...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2021/10/08

Relationships improve when each individual commits to facing their challenges and growing as a person. By committing to personal growth and learning to support your partner in their development you create the possibility for a long-lasting healthy relationship.In this episode, Tarah and EJ discuss realistic expectations of the pace of change in yourself and your partner. They share challenges they face in their relationship and what they have learned both as a couple and as therapists about how to

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38:37

Mindfulness in Relationship - Interview with Lodro...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2021/10/01

Understanding the emotional and behavioral patterns that pull couples apart is essential in building a healthy relationship. But, to make lasting changes, couples must cultivate the mindfulness to realize when they are falling into old patterns and intentionally choose to interact in more healthy ways. Mindfulness is an essential tool for couples to utilize in developing a respectful and loving relationship.In this episode, Tarah and EJ interview Lodro Rinzler, a meditation teacher and the author of

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30:25

Smooth Transitions - Learning to Navigate Change...

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy &... ·

2021/09/17

In our years of working with couples in counseling, it has become clear that when couples go through changes that this often destabilizes them. Often couples find themselves feeling separate and frustrated with one another and have no idea how this happened. The truth is that individuals have very different ways in which they cope with change and when their instinctual responses to change do not line up then problems arise. In this episode, Tarah and EJ explore the different life transitions couples

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