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E182// Improve emotional intimacy through your marriage story & have a year of good dates w. Tracy Johnson
Manage episode 403657985 series 3262576
On this episode of the Grace Fueled Wife, we get to dive into conversations all about marriage, healing, and the power of stories with the exceptional Tracy Johnson. Tracy's work at Restory Counseling inspired me on my own journey to becoming a marriage therapist. She gives us the scoop on what it means to engage our personal stories in marriage and how that can supercharge healing. Tracy shares a deeply moving personal story about the weight of past experiences and the healing power of having someone witness your pain. We then delve into Restory's Year of Good Dates, an awesome tool Tracy's team developed that's all about sparking connection through shared storytelling. Tracy also drops details about what you can expect from the Thrive Marriage Lab, which is like a gym membership for your marriage! This program brings resources, growth opportunities, and a real community spirit straight into your relationship. If you're all about creating a deeper, richer connection in your marriage, this episode is filled with tons of valuable takeaways. Check it out!
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:24 Exploring Your Marriage Story
01:17 Guest Introduction: Tracy Johnson
03:43 Understanding the Role of Family of Origin in Marriage
06:50 Advice for Reengaging a Disengaged Spouse
09:39 The Importance of Self-Awareness in Marriage
11:03 The Role of Loneliness in Marriage
13:34 The Concept of 'ACK': Awareness, Curiosity, Kindness
16:47 A Year of Good Dates: Engaging Each Other's Story
21:24 A Drive to Dairy Queen: A Personal Story
22:43 Understanding the Impact of Past Experiences
23:36 The Power of Witnessing and Understanding
24:29 The Role of Trauma in Relationships
26:58 Choosing to Remember: A Path to Healing
28:26 The Importance of Personal Work in Relationships
30:10 The Power of Story Work and Witnessing
37:22 The Thrive Marriage Lab: A Resource for Couples
40:51 Closing Thoughts and Appreciation
You can find Tracy’s info here:
ReStory Counseling:
- Website: https://www.restory.life
- Facebook: facebook.com/ReStory.Life
- Instagram: @storyrestored
Thrive Marriage Lab:
- Website: https://www.restory.life/thrive CODE: GFW for 20% off!
- FREE 12 Months of Dates: How date nights can lead to connection
Subscribe here: www.restory.life/thrive-dates - How healthy is your marriage? Take our FREE marriage assessment here: https://www.restory.life/marriage-assessment
- Instagram: @ThriveMarriageLab
- Youtube: @ThriveMarriageLab
Wait!!! Before you go!
Here are some ways you can work with me or become a part of my community!
- Schedule a FREE discovery call: https://gracefueledwifecall.gr8.com/
- Become an Insider and get updates on all the podcast news. Gracefueledwifesteps.gr8.com
- Join my community on Facebook - The Grace Fueled Wives Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/GraceFueledWifeCommunity
187 episodes
E182// Improve emotional intimacy through your marriage story & have a year of good dates w. Tracy Johnson
The Grace Fueled Wife | Communication, Intimacy, Separation, Reconciliation, Christian Marriage
Manage episode 403657985 series 3262576
On this episode of the Grace Fueled Wife, we get to dive into conversations all about marriage, healing, and the power of stories with the exceptional Tracy Johnson. Tracy's work at Restory Counseling inspired me on my own journey to becoming a marriage therapist. She gives us the scoop on what it means to engage our personal stories in marriage and how that can supercharge healing. Tracy shares a deeply moving personal story about the weight of past experiences and the healing power of having someone witness your pain. We then delve into Restory's Year of Good Dates, an awesome tool Tracy's team developed that's all about sparking connection through shared storytelling. Tracy also drops details about what you can expect from the Thrive Marriage Lab, which is like a gym membership for your marriage! This program brings resources, growth opportunities, and a real community spirit straight into your relationship. If you're all about creating a deeper, richer connection in your marriage, this episode is filled with tons of valuable takeaways. Check it out!
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:24 Exploring Your Marriage Story
01:17 Guest Introduction: Tracy Johnson
03:43 Understanding the Role of Family of Origin in Marriage
06:50 Advice for Reengaging a Disengaged Spouse
09:39 The Importance of Self-Awareness in Marriage
11:03 The Role of Loneliness in Marriage
13:34 The Concept of 'ACK': Awareness, Curiosity, Kindness
16:47 A Year of Good Dates: Engaging Each Other's Story
21:24 A Drive to Dairy Queen: A Personal Story
22:43 Understanding the Impact of Past Experiences
23:36 The Power of Witnessing and Understanding
24:29 The Role of Trauma in Relationships
26:58 Choosing to Remember: A Path to Healing
28:26 The Importance of Personal Work in Relationships
30:10 The Power of Story Work and Witnessing
37:22 The Thrive Marriage Lab: A Resource for Couples
40:51 Closing Thoughts and Appreciation
You can find Tracy’s info here:
ReStory Counseling:
- Website: https://www.restory.life
- Facebook: facebook.com/ReStory.Life
- Instagram: @storyrestored
Thrive Marriage Lab:
- Website: https://www.restory.life/thrive CODE: GFW for 20% off!
- FREE 12 Months of Dates: How date nights can lead to connection
Subscribe here: www.restory.life/thrive-dates - How healthy is your marriage? Take our FREE marriage assessment here: https://www.restory.life/marriage-assessment
- Instagram: @ThriveMarriageLab
- Youtube: @ThriveMarriageLab
Wait!!! Before you go!
Here are some ways you can work with me or become a part of my community!
- Schedule a FREE discovery call: https://gracefueledwifecall.gr8.com/
- Become an Insider and get updates on all the podcast news. Gracefueledwifesteps.gr8.com
- Join my community on Facebook - The Grace Fueled Wives Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/GraceFueledWifeCommunity
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