Ivy Unleashed
Andrea and Brooke are cofounders of Gold Ivy, a health company dedicated to simplifying health and wellness. As certified health coaches, Andrea a Certified Personal Trainer and Brooke a Certified Yoga Instructor, they believe the industry is lacking the real-time, honest experience that depicts the grit required to overcome the struggle and are here to fill that gap. Listen as they shine light on health and wellness research, share personal goals and stories, interview inspiring guests, and leave you with practical action steps after each episode. You decide what works best for your daily life and how to transform their lessons into your gold. Subscribe to join them on the fearless pursuit of self-discovery and growth.
Ivy Unleashed
282. Debunking the Marriage Myths Sabotaging Your Relationship (and How to Fix Them) ft. Monica Tanner
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Guest: Monica Tanner
Instagram: Monica Tanner I Marriage Coach I Speaker (@monitalksmarriage) • Instagram photos and videos
Website: Secrets of Happily Ever After
Is the marriage advice you’ve been following actually setting you up for failure? In this episode, we sit down with relationship expert Monica Tanner to debunk the "holy grail" clichés—like "Never go to bed angry" and "Happy wife, happy life"—that might be doing more harm than good in your partnership.
We’re diving deep into the difference between simply compromising and truly collaborating, and why healthy conflict is actually a catalyst for a stronger bond. If you’ve ever felt like you’re losing your identity in your relationship or struggling to find a balance of power, this episode is your roadmap back to an authentic connection.
In this episode, we cover:
- The Trap of Traditional Advice: Why taking advice from anyone just because they’ve been married longer can be a mistake
- Myth Busting: Why "Never Go to Bed Angry" is often bad advice and what to do instead
- Identity & Connection: How to maintain your own standards and interests while fully joining your partner’s life
- The Power of Rituals: One daily ritual that protects your individuality and supports mutual growth
- Productive Conflict: How to move from settling for a compromise to building a "win-win" through collaboration
Stop settling for clichés and start building a beautiful partnership.
*Additionally, we want to remind you that this podcast is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. We are not licensed therapists, and this podcast is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional.*
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