Episode 9: ME TIME (Apart-ners)
Description: Jackie and Garrett get real about the power of healthy space in relationships—how “me time” protects “we time,” why separation became a classroom (not a finish line), and how two whole people make a stronger marriage. From early-marriage insecurities to learning balance, they share practical rhythms, a few laughs (hello, ER pinched-nerve story 👀), and a hopeful roadmap for couples and singles alike.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
- Me Time vs. We Time: Why personal space strengthens connection—and how to spot the difference between healthy solitude and withdrawal.
- From Insecure to Secure: Jealousy, “pop-ins,” and learning emotional independence over 25 years.
- Separation as a Teacher: Don’t take distance as a sign to leave—take it as a sign to learn.
- Priorities in the Home: Spouse first, then kids—so the team that parents stays strong.
- Balance & Boundaries: Standing date nights (don’t book over Wednesday!), calendar commitments, and saying no to over-serving everyone else.
- Grief, Funks, and Resetting: Solo drives, quiet errands, and letting time + small joys help you recalibrate.
- Growth Without Guilt: Championing your spouse’s pursuits (music, school, photography) without taking their growth personally.
- The “Top 10 Joys” Exercise: List 10 things that refill you; use them when you’re in a funk (alone or together).
- Listen More, Talk Less: Garrett’s current stretch goal—making space so others can open up.
- Two Wholes, One Union: Mint-Oreo-Blizzard analogy—be whole alone, be better together.
Try This (Listener Challenges):
- Each of you make a “Top 10 Joys” list; schedule at least one this week.
- Name one area where you’ll create space (for you) and one where you’ll lean in (for your spouse).
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You’re not running from love—you’re refueling it. Get your me time so your we time can thrive. See you in Episode 10! 🙌
