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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. 280 - Why Calm Conversations Aren't Enough
Episode 280
Thursday, 19 March, 2026
Let us know how you enjoyed this episode!Staying calm in conflict doesn’t mean your conversation is actually working.If you’ve ever walked away from a calm conversation with your partner and thought…“Okay, but nothing actually changed…” — this episode is for you.In today’s episode, we’re talking about the missing skill most couples were never taught: collaborative problem solving.Because the truth is—You can regulate your emotions, say things nicely, and still end up stuck in the same patterns.In this episode, I share:- Why calm conversations don’t automatically lead to resolution- The difference between explaining vs. collaborating- How couples unintentionally argue like they’re in court instead of on the same team- The role of vagueness in creating repeated conflict- How to ask better questions that actually move conversations forward- Why overexplaining keeps you stuck (and what to do instead)- How to use the P.E.A.C.E. Method to turn conflict into connectionYou’ll also hear a real-life example of how misunderstandings happen when couples aren’t clear—and how small shifts in communication can completely change the outcome.If you’re tired of having the same conversations on repeat, this episode will help you start creating real change.If you want help turning your conflicts into productive, connecting conversations:- Download the Conflict to Connection Guide- Book a Clarity Call to get personalized supportThanks 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
