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Effective Communication

Great communication begins with connection, and we’re going deep on this topic with special guest, Elizabeth Earnshaw. As a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified Gottman therapist, Elizabeth is here to equip us with the tools to supercharge our relationships. She breaks down the “four horsemen” and unveils the four crucial areas of effective communication that can transform any relationship, whether it’s with our partner, friends, colleagues, or kiddos.

Elizabeth doesn’t just talk the talk; she walks us through proactive communication strategies, especially during major life transitions. Ever heard someone say, “They’re just not the same person I married”? Elizabeth dives into what that really means and how we can navigate these changes with grace and understanding. Plus, she shares gems from her books, “I Want This to Work” and “Till Stress Do Us Part,” offering inclusive guides to tackling modern relationship challenges.

Mommas, it’s time to thrive in every aspect of our lives! Tune in today to revolutionize how you approach your goals, motherhood, romance, and beyond as Elizabeth’s insights will empower you to communicate effectively, nurture your relationships, and turn your dreams into reality.

“Stop the power struggle, be curious, and have limits. Then you get to reclaim your space as an adult and you’re not going back to being a teenager.”

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Communication and healthy relationships.
• Managing anxiety in parenting and relationships.
• Parenting teenagers and boundary setting.
• Parenting and mental health.
• Effective communication.
• Communication habits and strategies for better relationships.
• Identity loss in parenthood and self-care.
• Balancing personal values and realities of motherhood.
• Nurturing growth in committed relationships.
• Self-care for couples and moms.

CONNECT WITH ELIZABETH

Follow Elizabeth: @lizlistens

Purchase her book: https://elizabethearnshaw.com/work

To learn more about Elizabeth’s services, check out her website: https://elizabethearnshaw.com/

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