Laura is still moving out of her house and cutting back on the scope of the remodel.  Zach asks how couples can appreciate the relational dynamics that got them to where they are today while releasing those habits to form new practices to serve their current relationship goals better. 

Laura brings in Dr. Kyle N. LaPoint to discuss the role of testosterone in maintaining overall health in both men and women. Dr. LaPoint is a Naturopathic Physician with a practice in Bend Oregon. You can learn more about him and his practice at https://www.lapointwellness.com/

Laura is all done up for the podcast, which doesn’t translate great in an audio format. She is also purging her house and running 30 miles. Zach, meanwhile, pulled a muscle walking a couple of miles.  They go on to discuss the importance of having a shared understanding of house rules for your relationship.

Zach shares some of what he learned about himself on his recent international trip. Laura continues to process her son’s diagnosis and recounts her own travel stories.  Zach asks Laura for advice on handling clients who keep looking to fulfill their own needs without considering the other. 

Zach and Laura sit down with Stan Tatkin to discuss his work with couples and his new book In Each Other’s Care. Dr. Tatkin shares some constructive frameworks for how to think about your relationship.  Sponsor: Visit https://cozyearth.com/ and use code MTR for 35% off site wide.

Laura starts us off with a song that gets Zach talking about his new musical obsession. Laura shares some significant personal news and asks for your help.  They transition to a discussion on creating a report card for the aspects of your relationship that you want to improve. This episode is chock full of tips and tricks...

Zach and Laura are in Germany training military chaplains and misinterpret German words. Laura gives an update on her Iron Man. Zach learns a new German phrase that prompts a conversation about what it is to have a good enough marriage. Sponsor: Visit https://cozyearth.com/ and use code MTR for 35% off site wide.

Zach and Laura chat with Steph Catudal about enduring death and suffering while finding life and joy on the path. Get Steph’s book Everything All at Once wherever books are sold.

Zach is STILL sick. Laura is anticipating a very hectic summer and is looking to prepare with some coping skills.   Sponsor: Visit https://cozyearth.com/ and use code MTR for 35% off site wide.

Zach is feeling really sick and his wife is not being as helpful as he would hope. Laura confesses that she has no patience for her family when they are sick. Zach had one of the best nights of his life.  They discuss how to break out of your well establish Core Negative Image of...