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The Marriage & Motherhood PodcastAuthor: Michelle Purta
If you're a mama whose marriage has become increasingly disconnected and difficult after kids, this podcast is for you. Join host Michelle Purta each week as she has open and honest conversations about what it takes to have a successful and healthy marriage focusing on healthy communication and deep connection.While mom life can feel rewarding, it can also feel like losing yourself. You trade in your self care for self sacrifice and your marriage takes a backseat or no seat at all as you juggle this crazy life where it feels like all you do is chores, take care of the kids, and work.Well, here is the space where you get to be reminded that you don't have to choose between being a good mom and having a great marriage. Being happily married is a skill and skills can be learned, so tune in weekly to get your dose of how to upgrade your experience of marriage through motherhood!If you resonate with the show and you're ready for support, book a free clarity call here: https://michellepurta.as.me/clarityLet's Connect!Website: www.michellepurta.comIG: @michellepurtacoaching Language: en Genres: Kids & Family, Parenting, Relationships, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep. 292 - The Skill That Changes Everything with Conflict In Your Marriage
Episode 292
Thursday, 7 May, 2026
Let us know how you enjoyed this episode!Part 2 of the mini series: Why You Keep Having the Same Arguments and How to Actually Break the PatternConflict is inevitable in marriage.But arguing in circles, escalating every conversation, and walking away feeling more disconnected? That part is optional.In this episode, I break down the foundational communication skill that changes everything in conflict: pausing.If you and your partner keep having the same arguments on repeat, feel emotionally reactive during conversations, or struggle to resolve issues without defensiveness or shutdowns, this episode will help you understand why.You’ll learn:• Why most couples repeat the same unhealthy communication patterns• How emotional dysregulation escalates conflict• Why “pausing” is one of the most important relationship skills you can build• What happens when couples learn to slow down and collaborate instead of react• A simple practice to help you respond more intentionally during difficult conversationsIf you’re tired of feeling like roommates, constantly misunderstood, or emotionally exhausted after every disagreement, this episode will help you start shifting the pattern.Resources Mentioned:Download the Conflict to Connection Guide here!Book a Clarity Call here!Thanks for listening!Connect and send a message letting me know what you took away from this episode: @michellepurtacoachingIf you would like to support this show, please rate and review the show, and share it with people you know would love this show too!Ready to put a stop to the arguments in your marriage? Watch this free masterclass - The #1 Conversation Married Couples Need To Have (But Aren't)Support the show
