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229 - Navigating Intimacy, Parenting, and Partnership: Insights From Leanne and Aaron

Purchase the Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseHow can couples create long-term systems that encourage honest, open communication—even during tough times?What are practical ways to maintain intimacy and connection amidst parenting, work, and life’s chaos?How do Leanne and Aaron navigate differences in desire and emotional needs while building a secure relationship?In this candid and heartfelt episode of the Relationship Renovation podcast, hosts Tarah and EJ Kerwin welcome their first-ever couple to the hot seat: Leanne and Aaron. From their acro yoga-inspired first encounter in a Tucson park to twelve years of marriage, Leanne and Aaron open up about the real systems and intentional practices that keep their relationship thriving. Dive deep into their journey as they share how open communication, weekly check-ins, and constant growth have helped them face everyday challenges together, including the highs and lows of intimacy, balancing autonomy with connection, and supporting each other’s growth as individuals and as partners.Whether you’re newly partnered or a seasoned couple, this episode offers relatable stories, actionable strategies, and refreshing honesty about what it takes to build a deeply connected relationship. Hear how Leanne and Aaron navigate parenting, work, and the ebbs and flows of intimacy by staying committed to full transparency, forgiveness, and structured support. If you’re looking to strengthen your bond, move past avoidance, or simply find reassurance that you’re not alone in the struggles of love, this episode delivers both inspiration and real-life tools you won't want to miss. Listen now to discover practical ways to create your Relationship Renovation!Visit relationshiprenovation.com for more tips and resources to elevate your partnership and emotional well-being!Relationship Renovation YoutubeContact UsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

228 - Reclaiming Connection: Small Steps to Strengthen Relationships Despite a Hectic Life

Purchase the Relationship Renovation at Home Online CourseAre you and your partner feeling more like roommates than lovers?Struggling to find time for meaningful connection amidst career, kids, and daily responsibilities? Wondering what practical steps can help rebuild intimacy and create space for your relationship, even when life feels overwhelming?In this insightful episode of the Relationship Renovation podcast, hosts Tarah and EJ Kerwin confront the all-too-common challenge of being “spread too thin” in modern relationships. Drawing on both their personal experiences and years of working with couples at their counseling center, they delve into why so many couples end up on autopilot—juggling endless to-dos, technology distractions, perfectionism, and societal pressures—while their relationship quietly slips down the priority list. Tarah and EJ vulnerably share the hidden costs of this lifestyle, from fading intimacy and mounting resentment to a sense of loneliness, and what that looks like in real-life partnerships.But this episode isn’t just about naming the problem—it’s packed with practical, actionable advice to help you start reclaiming time for each other, no matter how busy life gets. Learn how “micro connections,” daily emotional check-ins, tech boundaries, and saying “no” more often can restore deeper intimacy in your relationship. If your partnership could use a reset, tune in for encouraging, down-to-earth strategies that can transform your connection, one intentional moment at a time. Don’t just survive the busy seasons—listen now to learn how you and your partner can thrive together.Visit relationshiprenovation.com for more tips and resources to elevate your partnership and emotional well-being!Relationship Renovation YoutubeContact UsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

227 - Brave Intimacy Adventures: Core Gifts and Deeper Sexual Connection

Purchase the Relationship Renovation at Home Online Course.How do our deepest vulnerabilities and fears relate to our "core gifts" in both emotional and sexual intimacy?What powerful questions can couples (or individuals) use to uncover and share their sexual core gifts with their partner?How can couples move from surface-level connection to deeper, more fulfilling intimacy using practical tools and rituals?In this episode of the Relationship Renovation Podcast, hosts Tarah and EJ Kerwin welcome back renowned psychotherapist and Deeper Dating podcast host Ken Page founder for an intimate Part II conversation on uncovering your sexual core gifts. Building on Ken's transformative framework for meaningful love, the trio dives even deeper, exploring the ways our most shameful or tender places hide our greatest capacity for connection, especially in the bedroom. With practical, heart-opening questions and real-world examples, you'll learn how to identify what truly makes you feel safe, moved, and excited during intimacy, and why discovering (and sharing) these core gifts can reignite your relationship on every level.Whether you’re single and seeking soulful love or in a long-term relationship eager to deepen your connection, this episode is packed with actionable insights, vulnerable stories, and even a step-by-step guide to the Tantra-inspired “Tantric Hug” ritual. Ken, Tarah, and EJ dismantle myths about sexual vulnerability and show how small, intentional practices can move you and your partner from disconnected routines to genuine, loving closeness. Tune in for inspiration, practical advice, and the emotional permission you need to claim the intimacy you truly deserve. Don’t miss this heart-centered roadmap to the core of your sexual and relational self!Learn more about Ken Page and the Deeper Dating PodcastVisit relationshiprenovation.com for more tips and resources to elevate your partnership and emotional well-being!Relationship Renovation YoutubeContact UsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

226 - Discovering Core Gifts with Ken Page: Healing Intimacy and Deepening Connection

Purchase the Relationship Renovation at Home Online Course.What are "core gifts," and how can recognizing them transform your relationships?How do our most vulnerable and sensitive parts impact intimacy and connection with our partners?What actionable steps can you take to identify, embrace, and communicate your core gifts to strengthen your relationship?In this powerful episode of the Relationship Renovation Podcast, hosts Tarah and EJ Kerwin sit down with renowned psychotherapist, author, and Deeper Dating podcast host Ken Page to dig deep into the transformative concept of "core gifts." Ken shares his personal journey from feeling chronically single and disconnected to discovering how our most tender, sensitive, and sometimes shame-covered traits hold the key to authentic intimacy. Through heartfelt storytelling and practical insights, you'll learn how embracing your unique vulnerabilities can not only heal past wounds but also spark a deeper, more meaningful connection with your partner.Whether you're looking to rekindle joy, break down emotional walls, or simply understand yourself better, this episode offers a roadmap for nurturing both self-compassion and true partnership. Ken reveals a simple but profound framework for identifying your core gifts, shifting the way you view your insecurities, and gently guiding your partner to do the same. Tune in to discover actionable tools and a compassionate mindset that will empower you to transform your relationship—and perhaps even your life—by honoring the most authentic parts of yourself. If you want a relationship filled with emotional safety, deeper trust, and revitalized intimacy, you won’t want to miss this episode!Learn more about Ken Page and the Deeper Dating PodcastVisit relationshiprenovation.com for more tips and resources to elevate your partnership and emotional well-being!Relationship Renovation YoutubeContact UsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

225 - Five Relationship Mistakes Couples Make and How to Avoid Them

Purchase the Relationship Renovation at Home Online Course.Are you unknowingly making relationship mistakes that could be sabotaging your connection with your partner?What are the most common pitfalls couples face, and how can you move from frustration to real solutions?How can you and your partner grow together and reignite intimacy, even through life’s biggest transitions?In this episode of the Relationship Renovation Podcast, hosts EJ and Tarah Kerwin break down the five biggest mistakes couples make—and, more importantly, how to overcome them. From lack of communication and emotional avoidance to taking each other for granted, unresolved conflict, neglecting intimacy, and not growing together, this episode is packed with relatable stories, expert insights, and practical solutions. EJ and Tarah share their personal experiences and proven strategies on transforming everyday challenges into opportunities for deepening connection and trust in your relationship.Whether you’re looking to enhance communication, resolve lingering resentments, or rediscover intimacy, this episode will inspire and equip you with actionable tools. Plus, find out how their “Relationship Renovation at Home” program can help you and your partner create weekly habits for more meaningful conversations and emotional closeness. Tune in and start making small changes that add up to the awesome relationship you deserve!Visit relationshiprenovation.com for more tips and resources to elevate your partnership and emotional well-being!Relationship Renovation YoutubeContact UsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands