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Ep 293 – What It’s Like to Be Laura Heck

Today we break from our normal format to share an episode from Dan Heath’s new podcast What It’s Like To Be… Dan interviews Laura about what it’s like to be a couples therapist. It’s a chance to hear about Laura and her work from another perspective. We hope you enjoy it. Check out the other…

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Ep 292 – Real Couple, Real Struggles, Real Triumphs

Zach is flying solo this week and is joined by real-life couple Elizabeth and Steve Andrews. They share stories of what brought them together, the struggles they have overcome, and what keeps them going after over 30 years together. Sponsor:Connect with your partner every day using Paired. Download the app at https://www.paired.com/MTR

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Ep 291 – Infidelity & Recovery with Dr. Monique Thompson

Zach and Laura sit down to discuss infidelity and recovery with Dr. Monique Thompson. Dr. Thomson offers insight and practical tips for navigating this traumatic event in any relationship. Learn more about Dr. Thompson and her offerings at https://doctormoniquethompson.com/about-dr-thompson At the end of the episode, she shares the secret of her famous bundt cake.

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Ep 290 – Ireland

Laura is trying to solve a persistent eye twitch.  Zach shares about his recent trip to Ireland and what he learned about life and relationships in his travels. 

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Ep 289 – Feedback

Zach quizzes Laura to see how well she knows him which leads to some discussion on expectations within your family system.  Zach uses his personal example to revisit a helpful tool for giving and receiving feedback in your relationship.  Sponsors: Visit https://factormeals.com/mtr50 with code MTR50 for 50% off delicious ready-to-eat meals. Visit https://www.dipseastories.com/mtr for a free 30-day trial of…

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Ep 288 – Freedom in Divorce with Dr. Karin Luise

Zach and Laura hear from Dr. Karin Luise (https://doctorkarin.com/) about what can happen when the changes we go through in our marriages end in divorce. Dr. Karin offers some personal stories as well as professional guidance for claiming your freedom and new path.

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Ep 287 – Partner in Pain

Laura is hoping to celebrate Christmas in her home. Zach lost one of his defining characteristics after scrolling Instagram one evening, but then used the 2 German words he used to escape being entrapped. Laura shares a couple of stories of disappointment in international travel.  They go on to discuss how to be a good partner when you…

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Ep 286 – Just Friends

Zach and Laura had to restart the podcast because they were so scattered. Zach revisits a dad joke. Laura tells you why she travels with a vibrator. They move on to answer a lister question about how to think about and manage relationships with a viable alternative partner.  Sponsor:Visit https://www.dipseastories.com/mtr for a free 30-day trial of…

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Ep 285 – The Sober Life with Courtney Anderson

Zach and Laura discuss getting and staying sober with Courtney Anderson. They share some personal stories as well as some tips for navigating sobriety in your relationship. Courtney is the author of Sober Vibes https://www.courtneyrecovered.com/sober-vibes-pre-order and offers a variety of support to women living the sober life. Sponsor: Visit https://factormeals.com/mtr50 with code MTR50 for 50%…

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Ep 284 – Apologizing

Zach is getting ready to head to Ireland after 3 years of planning and Laura is off to Tuscany. They talk a bit about the good things that can come from traveling with your partner. They transition to a topic Zach has on his mind: apologizing. 

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