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Anxiety is born from fear and our desire to control situations beyond our reach. In this episode, we confront anxiety at its source-- fear vs. control-- and share about breaking the cycle of anxiety.

We explore how anxiety impacts marriages, attacks individuals, and stems from feeling overwhelmed by life's uncertainties.

• Anxiety fundamentally comes from fear – fear of outcomes, others' reactions, or lack of control
• The "five-foot radius" concept helps identify what we can actually control versus what we cannot
• Even strong Christians experience anxiety; having faith doesn't automatically eliminate anxiety
• Jesus doesn't calm every storm immediately – we must actively choose to go to Him
• Asking "what is the next right thing to do?" helps break anxiety's spiral of overwhelming thoughts
• Scripture memorization plants truth in our subconscious that surfaces during anxious moments
• Exposing fears by naming them specifically helps reduce their perceived size and power
• Overcoming anxiety is a process, not a one-time fix; tools and scripture help fight ongoing battles

Join us next week as we discuss how to specifically help your partner when they're experiencing anxiety, whether in momentary situations or ongoing struggles.

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Anxiety manifests differently for men and women, affecting relationships in unique ways that require understanding and patience. In this episode, Kyle and Selina talk openly about what men and women are REALLY anxious about!

• Men often experience performance-based anxiety related to success, accomplishment, and providing
• Image anxiety affects men significantly, from caring about yard appearance to comparing themselves with peers
• Overcommitment and saying yes to everything can be a sign of building male anxiety
• Women frequently describe anxiety as a "slime" that spreads and attaches to everything
• Overstimulation from managing multiple needs simultaneously creates tornado-like anxiety for many women
• Security threats (emotional, financial, relational) trigger significant anxiety responses in women
• Partners often miss that fixing individual problems doesn't stop the anxiety "tornado"
• Helping your partner slow down and reset is more effective than trying to fix specific issues
• Speaking scripture and truth over anxious situations provides powerful relief
• Understanding the root cause of anxiety requires looking beyond surface triggers

Text us your anxiety experiences or questions - we'd love to hear your story and continue this important conversation next week as we explore how to get to the root of anxiety and move through those difficult moments.

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Kyle and Selina open up about their personal experiences with anxiety in marriage, sharing how it manifested differently for each of them and revealing the spiritual dimensions of anxiety attacks.

• Anxiety often shows up during major life transitions like moving into a new home or changing cities
• Selina experienced debilitating panic attacks that prevented her from functioning normally
• Kyle internalized his anxiety, using it as motivation rather than letting it overwhelm him
• Control issues frequently trigger anxiety when life doesn't go according to plan
• Anxiety can be understood as a spiritual attack that distracts us from God's peace
• Physical intimacy problems can create significant anxiety in marriage relationships
• Supporting a partner through anxiety requires patience, presence, and understanding
• Fasting and focusing on God's words "I need you to trust me" helped overcome anxiety
• Recognizing anxiety doesn't mean weak faith, but requires refocusing on spiritual truths

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Creating a communication plan requires understanding each other's preferences, timing, and needs to foster deeper connection and avoid common pitfalls that lead to frustration.

• Weekly planning meetings to handle logistics and free up daily interactions for meaningful connection
• Understanding women's hormonal cycles and how they impact communication needs
• Learning when and how to approach men about important conversations
• Color-coding calendars to distinguish personal time, couple time, and negotiable activities
• Creating predetermined strategies for conflict resolution based on each person's preferences
• Using physical touch or small gifts as peace offerings during difficult conversations
• Scheduling important conversations rather than interrupting hobbies or activities
• Communication about communication is essential - discuss how you want to resolve conflicts
• Developing code words or signals for when you need to pause and continue a conversation later
• Humility is crucial - both partners must be willing to adapt and compromise

Download our free Love by Faith Playbook for communication templates and strategies to help you navigate various scenarios in your relationship. Every good coach knows they need winning plays, and we've put together our best relationship strategies in this living document that's updated monthly with fresh content.

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Kyle and Selina dive into the complex world of communication triggers & pitfalls, examining how fear, spiritual gaslighting, and misunderstandings create barriers in relationships.

They share personal stories and practical insights to help couples navigate these challenges and build healthier communication patterns.

• Exploring the gap between what's said and what's heard through the "doormat rug" story
• Understanding how fear can cause partners to clam up or avoid important conversations
• Recognizing when spiritual language is used to deflect from addressing real issues
• Identifying triggers like crying, yelling, or shutting down that halt productive communication
• Building a safe environment where both partners feel secure enough to be vulnerable
• Shifting focus from winning arguments to creating a connection and resolution
• Starting with small steps to demonstrate commitment to the relationship
• Keeping prayer and God's guidance central to communication challenges

Join us next week as we share a practical communication plan to help you and your partner overcome these hurdles more quickly and effectively.

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Kyle and Selina explore going deeper into effective communication in their new series "Say It Like You Mean It," sharing personal examples of miscommunication and strategies to improve marriage dialogue.

• Communication requires intentionality – couples can't assume understanding without explicit conversation
• There's no such thing as over-communication; clarity prevents misunderstandings
• The "What did I just say?" technique confirms messages are received correctly
• Speaking directly and honestly builds trust when partners know it comes from love
• Communication triggers like raised voices, cold shoulders, or crying can instantly derail conversations
• Vulnerability about past relationships and childhood experiences deepens understanding
• Different communication styles require adaptation and patience
• Body language and non-verbal cues are powerful communication tools

Join us next week as we dive deeper into communication triggers and pitfalls that can derail even the strongest relationships.

*Sidenote: We came up with a total of 12 communication topics out of this episode!! Be sure to tune in all month long to see which topic we'll dive deeper into!

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In this episode, we share our experience of raising two under two! The parenting good, bad, and ugly when two young kids decide to have two young kids!

We dive deep into one of our most challenging life seasons - having two children under the age of two and share what it was truly like, from sleep deprivation to finding personal identity amid constant demands.

• The reality behind the advice to "have kids close together"
• How having children 18 months apart strengthened our marriage through necessity
• Setting realistic expectations when parenting young children close in age
• The importance of community and avoiding isolation as young parents
• Finding small ways to maintain your identity when completely overwhelmed
• The unique bond that forms between siblings who are close in age
• Why the transition from one to two children is often the hardest
• How giving each other breaks and personal time saved our sanity
• Navigating overlapping postpartum experiences and pregnancy
• The season does eventually become manageable, usually around the five-year mark

If parenting is part of your journey, we're so glad you're here with us to go through it together. Don't forget to love your family by faith, and know that the seeds you're planting in your children will grow and flourish.

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In this episode, we discuss how couples are missing the blessings in front of us.

Kyle and Selina explore how couples often overlook common blessings because they fixate on what they lack in their relationship.

• Tendency to forget we once prayed for a spouse while now feeling desperate for the next best thing
• Recognition that blessings exist throughout all seasons, whether high or low
• How looking too much at the big picture makes us miss the small blessings for today
• Marriage as clay that God shapes throughout our journey together
• Importance of measuring smaller blessings to build momentum toward bigger ones
• Practical ways to embrace current blessings rather than waiting for perfect circumstances
• Connection between contentment with current blessings and our relationship with God
• Need to trust God's sovereignty and perfect timing in our lives

Take inventory of your blessings, pray for contentment and good vision to see what's around you, and trust that what God has given you in this season is enough until He blesses you with more.

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