Manipulating pain for purpose with Nicole Kenwood-Brown |Beyond the Bouquet Podcast

In this episode, Zhara welcomes guest Nicole Kenwood-Brown to discuss the topic of manipulating pain for purpose. Nicole shares her personal journey of being a self-sacrificial lamb and the challenges she faced in finding balance and prioritizing herself. She emphasizes the importance of self-identity in marriage and the need to become a different person to attract a different version of your spouse. Nicole also highlights the role of research, creating a vision plan, and shifting focus from marriage to personal growth and God's plan. The episode concludes with a discussion on the impact of this transformation on the marriage and the spouse's reaction. 

Takeaways

• Personal growth is essential in a relationship, and partners should support each other's growth.
• It is important to adjust to and embrace the different versions of your partner as they grow.
• Being a supportive partner does not mean being responsible for your partner's emotional balance.
• Maintaining a balance between openness and privacy in marriage is crucial.

Chapters Markers

00:35 Meet the Host and Dive into the First Episode
01:55 Introducing Guest Nicole Kenwood Brown
02:35 Nicole's Personal Journey and Challenges
03:56 Understanding the Role of Self-Sacrifice in Relationships
07:29 Navigating Pain and Finding Purpose
07:49 The Impact of Personal Growth on Marriage
13:50 The Importance of Personal Growth and Accountability
18:24 Nicole's Journey to Healing and Self-Discovery
21:42 Understanding the Dynamics of Relationships
27:08 Nicole's Offerings and Resources
28:48 Addressing Listener Questions
31:28 Wrapping Up the Conversation

Connect with Nicole 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleakenwood?igsh=N204b2YwM2k1cWFt
Nicole’s Book :  https://amzn.to/3SYNP75

Connect the Host
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