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Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage141- 277 Days and Counting: The Unsexy Truth About Staying Fit as Busy Parentsdiv]:bg-bg-000/50 [&_pre>div]:border-0.5 [&_pre>div]:border-border-400 [&_.ignore-pre-bg>div]:bg-transparent [&_.standard-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pl-2 [&_.standard-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,ul,ol,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pr-8 [&_.progressive-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pl-2 [&_.progressive-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,ul,ol,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pr-8"> _*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown"> Summary: In this episode of the Grow Yourself, Grow Your Marriage podcast, Chris and Johnna share the unsexy truth about working out 277 days straight with 6 kids and why it has nothing to do with motivation or weight...
2026-01-2254 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage140- "He Left His Kid With Us…Then Disappeared" Summary: In this episode of the Grow Yourself, Grow Your Marriage podcast, Chris and Johnna discuss the impact of people-pleasing. A contractor left his 9-year-old with us. No warning. Just vanished. Chris confronted him. Johnna nearly puked from the discomfort. This episode dives into that wild moment, plus another where a stranger undermined our parenting and we did nothing. They unpack what these stories reveal about the fear of confrontation, the trap of people-pleasing, and how to teach our kids (and ourselves) to stand firm when it...
2026-01-151h 15Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage139- Sports, Alcohol, Jesus Shirts & Spiritual SilenceIn this episode of the Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage podcast, Chris and Johnna discuss the the feeling of spiritual silence, and they explore the concepts of dullness, distraction, and disobedience as barriers to spiritual growth. The conversation also touches on the impact of idolatry, particularly in relation to sports and alcohol, and how these distractions can lead to spiritual dullness. The hosts encourage listeners to seek deeper intimacy with God during silent seasons and provide practical steps for cultivating a closer relationship with Him. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: The Struggles of Parenthood
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Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage138- Why Fear Doesn't Control Us AnymoreEpisode Summary: In this raw and deeply personal episode of Grow Yourself, Grow Your Marriage, Chris and Johnna tackle one of life's most gut-wrenching questions: If God is in control, why do I still struggle with fear? What begins as a coffee-fueled conversation about fear, faith, and calling turns into a powerful testimony of how God uses pain, loss, and uncertainty for greater purpose. From personal stories of miscarriage and financial hardship to miraculous redemption through relationships, ministry, and even a lost car at the airport — this episode will challenge your view of fear, trust, and divine co...
2025-10-251h 24Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage136- Riding the Wave of Revival: A Call to Bold ChristianitySUMMARY Chris and Johnna discuss the current revival momentum in America following the assissination of Charlie Kirk. They talk through ways that we, as Christians, can be bold in our faith and obedient to God in the ways He wants to use us, while also bringing up personal stories of ways they failed in disobedience, and how they are leading their children at home. 00:00 – Revival Momentum in America 01:50 – Navigating Criticism and Boldness 04:01 – The Role of the Church in Revival 05:47 – Creating a Welcoming Church Environment 11:24 –...
2025-09-251h 17Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage134-Did Dr. John Delony Give Bad Marriage Advice?In this episode, Chris & Johnna react to a marriage advice response from the Dr. John Delony Show on the Dave Ramsey Network. 1:00-10:30-Chris's comical confession 11:00---- John Delony Show Marriage Advice Reaction Links mentioned in the episode: Kenneth Copeland John Delony Show Full clip Mike Winger Divorce Evidence: Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us (NEW NUMBER) @513- 449-1798! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! S...
2024-03-1346 min
Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage133- Are We Fools To Have More Kids?In this episode, Chris & Johnna announce Baby Farrell #6 and cover a myriad of topics around their decision to bring another life into the world. Fear of having another kid in this crazy world. Are Christians called to Big Families? Allowing our kids to be critical thinkers about Christianity. The Sanctifying nature of parenting. Non-eternal issues that cause us to limit how fruitful we are. Does God care about every little detail in our lives? Are we foolish to have more kids due to health or financial strain? Making aggressive decisions with a sound mind. What are we doing with...
2023-11-0855 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage131- There are Lessons in the TrialsIn this Episode Chris & Johnna cover their challenging month of February. Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us (NEW NUMBER) @513- 449-1798! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it (you can text us @ 513- 449-1798!) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social
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Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage130- Balancing Saving Money & Taking the TripIn this episode Chris & Johnna podcast from the car on the way back from the AFC divisional playoff matchup between the Bills and Bengals in Buffalo, New York. The first 20 minutes are the details and recap and the last 20 minutes are the two major takeways for us & the question of idolizing margin and making memories. Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us (NEW NUMBER) @513- 449-1798! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it R...
2023-01-2539 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage129-Top Signs of an Emotionally & Spiritually Mature Man In this episode Chris & Johnna put their spin on the top signs of an emotionally mature man and cover their top signs of an emotionally and spiritually mature man. Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us (NEW NUMBER) @513- 449-1798! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it (you can text us @ 513- 449-1798!) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social
2023-01-1659 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage128- Help! My Marriage is BoringMost experts will say the answer to fixing a boring marriage is about finding a hobby, working out together, taking more vacations together, better communication with each other, blah, blah ,blah. Chris & Johnna Disagree! In this episode, the couple reveal the top reason they no longer have a boring marriage and the exact advice they would give to anyone with a boring marriage! Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us (NEW NUMBER) @513- 449-1798! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and...
2023-01-091h 17Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage122 -Off-The-Cuff Marriage AdviceIn this episode, Chris and Johnna pull up Reddit feeds and give some off-the-cuff marriage advice for some common and not so common spousal issues on the internet. Want to expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social
2022-12-0546 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage121-How Self Awareness Can Miss the MarkIn this episode, Chris, Johnna (and baby Luken) review how Episode 002 (The One Quality You Can't Grow Without) missed the mark and how 2 more kids, 3 more years of marriage and better theology have impacted their opinion. Wanna expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social
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Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage120- How Mom of Five Worked Out 100 Straight DaysIn this episode, Chris interviews Johnna on her incredible accomplishment of achieving 100 consecutive days of workouts! This episode the couple cover: Johnna's backstory of disordered eating, multiple babies & crash dieting through the years. The trigger that pushed her to change. Staying consistent through the excuses of kids & chaos. Practical protocol she followed Johnna's opinion on the Body Positivity Movement How she is going to continue her journey the next 60-90 days. Wanna expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you...
2022-06-091h 10Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage119- The Best Marriage Advice We Could Ever GiveIn this episode, Chris and Johnna review the three pillars that started the GYGYM podcast back in 2019 and introduce new podcast pillars they will never outgrow. This is the Best Marriage Advice they could ever give. Wanna expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on soc...
2022-05-0451 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage118- Feeling Seen & HeardIn this episode, Chris sneak attacks Johnna on the couch for a random recording in an episode that covers feeling seen & heard from both spouses perspective. Wanna expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social
2022-03-0142 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage114- When God Says MoveIn this episode Chris & Johnna hop back on the mic with an update on the latest aggressive move before baby#5. Wanna expand on this episode and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social
2021-10-2741 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage113 - Deepening Family CommunicationIn this episode Chris and Johnna interview Author Steve Demme from Building Faith Families.Org & the Building Faith Families Podcast. Listen in as Steve covers practical and biblical advice for us to step up and deepen our family communication through growing our relationship with Jesus and in turn our spouse and kids. Find Steve's Books,Work & Podcast http://www.buildingfaithfamilies.org/ Steve's Math Curriculum Love GYGYM? Be sure to send us a message! 513-620-4333 OR help us with production costs at buymeacoffee.com/gygym
2021-10-061h 13Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage112- 3 Contributing Factors of DepressionIn this episode Chris & Johnna cover the heavy topic of depression. The couple share their personal experiences and cover in depth the contributing factors to blame in many cases of depression and ways to combat it. Wanna expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! GO FUNDE ME LINK: https://gofund.me/0358f6bf Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka h...
2021-09-231h 26Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage111- Kid Hacks, Distractions & Life LessonsIn this episode Chris & Johnna hop on the mic unscripted and sharing their perspective on current wins, losses and challenges to get you thinking about ways to take control of yours and your family's life. Wanna expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social
2021-09-0956 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage110- Becoming A Man Who Is Leading His Family WellIn this episode Chris and Johnna interview John Michael Clark from the Family Captain Podcast & coaching program. John Michael covers evidence of a man who is leading his family well, God's design for the family, why culture is fighting back and the joys and power of sex in marriage. Listen in as John Michael covers practical pillars and biblical advice for men to step up as the man God calls them to be as the Family Captain. Find John Michael: Facebook Podcast Love GYGYM? Be sure to se...
2021-08-2659 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage109- Admitting Failure as a CoupleIn this episode Chris and Johnna cover difficult seasons in marriage and the health in admitting failure as a couple. Wanna expand on this and connect with us? Don't forget you can text us @513-620-4333! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social
2021-08-1055 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage108- BC: Triggers Author - Amber Lia InterviewIn this episode Chris and Johnna tie a bow on their first book club series (Triggers: Exchanging Parents' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses) by interviewing one of the co-authors, Amber Lia. In the interview Amber gets vulnerable by sharing her story of how the idea for the book was born, and reminds us of how one step of obedience towards God can change the entire trajectory of our lives. Listen in as Amber gives practical and biblical advice for intentional parenting, teamwork in marriage, and insight into her upcoming work. Find...
2021-07-2158 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage107 - Married at First SightIn this episode Chris and Johnna discuss their newest guilty pleasure, the show Married at First Sight, and bring it home with some golden nuggets on having a firm foundation in marriage. Don't forget you can text us @ 513-620-4333!
2021-07-1345 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage106- Growing Through Unexpected AdversityIn this episode, Chris and Johnna share the unexpected adversity that hit their family and how they plan to grow through it. Love GYGYM? Here are ways you can support us! 1. Text us @ 513-620-4333 - let us know your feedback or ask a question! 2. Follow/subscribe to the show 3. Share the show or episode! 4. Buy us a coffee @ buymeacoffee.com/gygym (aka help with production)
2021-06-301h 03Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage105 - *BONUS* Random Questions for CouplesA true bonus episode, Johnna bombards Chris with a list of questions for couples she found on Pinterest. Text us! 513-620-4333
2021-06-1017 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage104 - How to Function in an Incompatible MarriageIn this episode, Chris and Johnna breakdown the common reasons why couples feel they are incompatible, and ways to combat and function through that incompatibility to have a healthy marriage. Love GYGYM? Here are ways you can support us! 1. Text us @ 513-620-4333 - let us know your feedback or ask a question! 2. Follow/subscribe to the show 3. Share the show or episode! 4. Buy us a coffee @ buymeacoffee.com/gygym (aka help with production)
2021-06-1048 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage101- Today's Attack on TruthChris and Johnna hold nothing back with a conversation centered around the attack on objective truth being trumped by feelings and the stance we must take to seek truth. Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social
2021-05-1456 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage099- When Tragedy StrikesTragedy struck two of our dear friends in our community group last week and the fragility of life has been put into perspective. Listen in as Chris & Johnna discuss the powerful response of their friends and answer the biggest looming question..is God still good? Want to support Tim & Kristi? Go Fund Me Link
2021-04-2925 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage097- Feeling Overextended? Know Your LimitsText us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: In this free flowing episode, Chris and Johnna discuss the importance of knowing your limits, the signs of overextending yourself as a couple and how to asses your priorities. Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social
2021-03-2427 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage094 - Who is Speaking Into Your Marriage?Text us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna discuss all the ways your marriage is being influenced by who and what is speaking into it. Topics: Who or what is speaking into your marriage? Marriage is hard Who are you getting advice from? What do the people who surround you say about marriage? What are their intentions? Speaking negatively about your spouse to others In-laws How culture views marriage Divorce parties The easy out of divorce How do you discern if the voices speaking into your marriage are p...
2021-03-031h 02Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage093 - BC: Chapter 9: Handling Our Kids Lying & Deceit(BC stands for Book Club) Get the book and read along with us – https://amzn.to/3rUH7RI Text Us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: Chris and Johnna cover the frustrating topic of how to handle our kids lying & deceitfulness from chapter 9 of the Triggers book. Show Notes: "Mercy Seat" Talk Small lies become big lies later if not addressed What God thinks about lying Safe environment for honesty personal stories from Chris & Johnna's childhood Hurt feelings when being ignored Two practical options we have when our ki...
2021-03-0224 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage091 - BC: Triggers Chapter 8: Ignoring Instruction(BC stands for Book Club) Get the book and read along with us – https://amzn.to/3rUH7RI Text Us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: Chris and Johnna tackle their takeaways from chapter 8 of the Triggers book: ignoring instruction. Show Notes: Selective hearing Husbands as examples Hurt feelings when being ignored Powerlessness The story I'm telling myself Pride Yelling and its ineffectiveness Reframe for your kids Teaching them lessons rather than forced obedience Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Su...
2021-02-2328 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage090 - BC: Triggers Chapter 7: Sibling Rivalry(BC stands for Book Club) Get the book and read along with us – https://amzn.to/3rUH7RI Text Us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: In Triggers Chapter 7, Chris and Johnna cover one of their biggest and most frequent personal triggers to date. "Sibling Rivalry" The couple share the 5 ways author Amber Leah says we can handle sibling rivalry in the book and tie it back to a common problem in today's generation. S Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us...
2021-02-1831 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage088 - How to Break Through Communication Barriers with Your SpouseText Us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: In this episode Chris and Johnna essentially teach communication 101 by breaking down a six-step process written by Gary Chapman in his study guide 'The Marriage You've Always Wanted'. They share their own mishaps and experiences with each step in hopes to bring characters to the practical steps. Marriage Helper Link: Marriage Helper Miracle Cleaner Link: https://amzn.to/373jBZr Show Notes: Continuing to grow and know your spouse 'The Marriage You've Always Wanted" – Gary Chapman Communication 101 Fulfilling each othe...
2021-02-1053 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage087 - BC: Triggers Chapter 6: Whining & Complaining(BC stands for Book Club) Get the book and read along with us – https://amzn.to/3rUH7RI Text Us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: Chris and Johnna tackle their takeaways from chapter 6 of the Triggers book: whining and complaining, admittedly one of Johnna's biggest anger triggers in parenting. They also reveal how trying their four kids have been and the ways in which they are learning to apply what's learned in this book. Show Notes: the art of the uh-oh uh-oh reminds kids they made a mi...
2021-02-0929 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage086 - Teaching Our Kids About Money (with Keli Calderon)Text us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: In this episode Chris and Johnna interview owner and teacher at The Smart Money Academy on the importance of teaching our kids about money. Find Keli: https://www.thesmartmoneyacademy.com/ Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it (you can text us @ 513-620-4333) Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follow/interact with us on social
2021-02-0347 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage085 - BC: Triggers Chapter 5: Angry Kids(BC stands for Book Club) Get the book and read along with us – https://amzn.to/3rUH7RI Text Us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: In this episode Chris and Johnna cover the chapter of the Triggers book that discusses angry kids. They get real with where they fall short and the ways in which they may be provoking their own children to anger, and go through ways to reflect and be the example they want for their kids. Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and...
2021-02-0232 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage084 -Coffee Buzz Stories of Expectation Vs. RealityIn this episode Chris & Johnna enjoy a casual conversation where they cover the gamut of funny stories that have exposed the expectation vs. reality of marriage and kids. Get the book Triggers and read along with us HERE! Marriage Helper Link marriagehelper.com/?ref=GYGYM Text Us with topic suggestions or just to let us know you listen! 513-620-4333 Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it Buy us a coffee (aka help w...
2021-01-271h 03Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage083 - BC: Triggers Chapter 4: Strong-Willed Children(BC stands for Book Club) Get January's book and read along with us – https://amzn.to/3rUH7RI Text Us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: In this episode Chris and Johnna discuss the strong-willed nature of their children and the way that the authors of the book 'Triggers' remind them of how God sees children and how He creates their hard-wiring for good. Topics Discussed: The determination of our children How we need to stop putting the focus on fixing our kids and work on fixing our tr...
2021-01-2616 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage082 -Was/ Is Your Hope in Politics? (with Aaron Swensen)Text Us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: In this episode Chris & Johnna interview Aaron Swensen, Head pastor of Sonrise Church in Cincinnati, Ohio. Aaron helps the couple navigate the relevant topic of how and why many of us find our hope for a better future in politics and where we should truly be finding our hope for 2021 and beyond. Catch Pastor Aaron's Sermon Below The Heart Matters Marriage Helper Link marriagehelper.com/?ref=GYGYM Text Us 513-620-4333 Love GYGYM? H...
2021-01-2153 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage080 - I Can't Do it Without You God (with Tom Gerencer)Text Us! 513-620-4333 Episode Summary: In this episode Chris & Johnna interview journalist, CEO and head writer of Gerencer Creative - Tom Gerencer on the ways in which his life changed when his motto became "I can't do it without you God". This happened so many times that he decided to write a book and we had the privilege of getting the inside story before it's published! Notes: 0-10 minutes Coddled to faithful Faithful to arrogant Business Money problems and job loss with baby on the way Trying things on...
2021-01-1353 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage079 - BC: Triggers Chapter 2: Backtalk(BC stands for Book Club) Get January's book and read along with us - https://amzn.to/3rUH7Rl Text us for book/topic suggestions or questions! (513) 620-4333 For this month we chose the book Triggers: Exchanging Parents' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses written by authors Amber Lia & Wendy Speake. In this episode Chris and Johnna cover chapter two of the book on the topic of Backtalk. The couple covers personal stories, the knee jerk responses and the big takeaways from chapter two. Love GYGYM? Here's...
2021-01-1314 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage078 - BC: Triggers Chapter 1: Disobedience(BC stands for Book Club) Get January's book and read along with us - https://amzn.to/3rUH7Rl Text us for book/topic suggestions or questions! (513) 620-4333 For this month we chose the book Triggers: Exchanging Parents' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses written by authors Amber Lia & Wendy Speake. We chose this book because we felt like we were growing in many areas by reading, listening and learning, but collectively we weren't growing in our parenting together. So after doing some research, Johnna found Triggers and felt...
2021-01-0723 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage077 - A New Addition to the ShowIn this episode Chris and Johnna discuss the one thing that has helped them both grow individually, in their knowledge, as parents, and as a couple. They also announce the upcoming changes to the Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage podcast - an additional weekly episode! Listen in to episode 77 to get the scoop on the new direction of the show and new series starting THIS WEEK. Link to the first book in the new book club series! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe t...
2021-01-0634 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage076- The Most Important Question of 2021Episode Summary: In this episode Chris and Johnna ask what they believe to be the most important question of 2021. Listen in as the couple challenge you to ask yourself the consequences of not answering this question and also share some information that you can research for yourself. Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) Follow us on social - @growyourselfgrowyourmarriage, @johnna_farrell4
2020-12-3030 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage075 - How to Create Passive Income (with Lindsay Sutherland)In this episode Chris and Johnna interview Passive Income Examiner and fellow podcaster, Lindsay Sutherland. Lindsay shares her journey to passive income and brings encouraging insight to get us to see that anyone can create a passive income stream with the right roadmap. If you want to learn more about Lindsay and the Passive Income Examiner Podcast, click the link below. Resources Mentioned: Email Lindsay for the Passive Income Playbook at: thepassiveincomeexaminer@gmail.com Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to th...
2020-12-1652 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage074 - How to Rethink Clutter (with Ashley Stuart)On this episode Chris and Johnna interview Professional Organizer and Owner of Rethink Clutter, Ashley Stuart. The three discuss the emotional baggage that comes with our stuff; how large amounts of toys overwhelm our kids and what to do with the toys; how clutter affects our brains; and some amazing organization systems you can put into practice today. Find Ashley at rethinkclutter.com and on social @rethinkingclutter Buys a coffee (aka help with production!)
2020-12-091h 09Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage073- How to Turn a Bad Day AroundEpisode Summary: In this episode Chris and Johnna put their coaching hats on and take their real life experience of current bad days and the self assessment questions they ask themselves to turn them around. Listen in as the couple share practical steps and advice to show up best for your spouse, yourself and your kids even on the worst of days. Resources Mentioned: Triggers Authors: Amber Lia and Wendy Speake Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the...
2020-12-0242 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage072- How To Strengthen & Save Your Marriage (with Kimberly Holmes Marriage Helper)In this episode Chris and Johnna interview CEO Kimberly Holmes of the nationally recognized organization Marriage Helper. Marriage helper has saved 77% of marriages hanging on by a thread through their courses and coaching programs. In this episode Kimberly shares her amazing story, answers the tough questions about marriages hanging on by a thread, gives us valuable advice on push behaviors, a valuable 4 step framework for deeper love and connection, gives us starting point steps for the stale marriage and tells us the #1 reason marriages don't succeed. If you want to learn more about...
2020-11-251h 16Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage071 - 3 T's to a Courageous MarriageEpisode Summary: In this episode Chris & Johnna cover the 3 T's that they believe will create a courageous marriage. Listen in as the two offer applicable ideas for Teamwork, Transparency and Trust to help position you for a courageous marriage too! Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) Follow us on social - @growyourselfgrowyourmarriage, @johnna_farrell4
2020-11-1839 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage070 - How to Grow Our Parenting (with Meaghan Jackson)Episode Summary: In this episode Chris and Johnna interview Gentle Parenting Coach of Joyful Mud Puddles, Meaghan Jackson. Show Notes: 0-10 minutes Intro to topic- Gentle Parenting Chris asks for a recent example of gentle parenting in Meaghan's life as a mom. Chris & Johnna steal relevant & helpful gentle parenting coaching advice from Meaghan about getting kids to clean up their messes. Meaghan helps us emotionally cope with the overwhelming moments that kids bring. 10-20 minutes Chris asks Meaghan about growing yourselves to grow your parenting. (hook 12-13min) Johnna asks Me...
2020-11-1156 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage069 - 4 Ways You Might Be [Unintentionally] Destroying Your SpouseEpisode Summary: In this episode Johnna once again bombards Chris with an article she found online that discusses ways (primarily wives) we may be unintentionally breaking our spouses down and destroying our relationships. Listen in as the two cover topics like appreciation in marriage, nagging, conditioning from parents, criticism, support, and how our words matter. Resources Mentioned: The article that inspired this episode - https://wordfromthebird.blog/the-blog/words-that-hurt-your-man/ Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show...
2020-11-0438 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage068 - Do These Marriage Tips Work? (J interviews C)Episode Summary: In this episode Johnna bombards Chris with a surprise interview on 17 tips for a happy marriage. One of their lighter episodes, the couple still offers perspective and feedback on each of the original author's tips as Johnna questions Chris on his opinion on each, and if he is living up to the happy marriage standards. Topics Covered: making time for each other screens uncomfortable conversations setting the tone is Chris fun? showing affection - who needs it more and who is better at showing it? advice for our pre-kid folk ke...
2020-10-281h 07Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage067 - The Power of Co-Submission in Marriage (with Aaron & Joy Swensen)Episode Summary: In this episode Chris and Johnna interview Aaron and Joy Swensen, Pastor of SonRise Church and his wife, on the topic of submission in marriage, and how they have changed it to co-submission. We dive deep into things like humility, narcissism, changing your spouse, transforming your mind, making decisions together, the dark side of submission and more. You don't want to miss this (as Chris called it) platinum-packed episode that if applied, will undoubtedly grow your marriage. Resources Mentioned: SonRise Church Aaron Swensen's Facebook Joy Sw...
2020-10-211h 18Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage066 - What Can Happen If Your Spouse Doesn't Come Before the KidsEpisode Summary: In a follow-up episode to 065 Why Your Spouse Should Come Before Your Kids, Chris and Johnna cover the possible long-term repercussions putting kids first can have on your marriage. Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) Follow us on social - @growyourselfgrowyourmarriage, @johnna_farrell3, @chris_farrell3
2020-10-1439 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage065 - Why Your Spouse Should Come Before the KidsIn this episode Chris and Johnna discuss one of the main pillars of the show, and that is - why your spouse should come before your kids, or spouse over kids. Don't turn it off just yet if that sounds crazy to you, we promise we haven't always been here and we have three undeniable reasons why this is important. Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) Follow us on social - Facebook, Inst...
2020-10-0749 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage064 - Mental Health in MarriageEpisode Summary: In this episode Chris and Johnna discuss the stigma surrounding mental health and how it affects marriage when one spouse is dealing with mental health issues. They also cover ways you can combat depression and anxiety naturally. Resources Mentioned: Want to book a discovery call with Chris? Finaltransformation.net/coaching Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) Follow us on social - Fac...
2020-09-301h 08Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage063 - How to Stop Caring if You Fit In (pt 2)Episode Summary: In this episode Chris and Johnna follow up with a part 2 to episode 62. In episode 62 they discussed why we, as human beings, feel the need to "fit in" and be accepted. On this episode they discuss how you can actually reassess that need and stop caring what others think so you can ultimately live as your truest self. Gold Nuggets: Why you should stop caring what other people think Trying to fit in robs you of your truest self Perfectionism is holding you back from happiness and authenticity Knowing your wo...
2020-09-2348 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage062 - Why You Want to Fit InEpisode Summary: In this episode Chris and Johnna talk about why, as human beings, we have a desire to fit in and be accepted at different stages of life, and why they choose to be weird. Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) Follow us on social (@growyourselfgrowyourmarriage OR @johnna_farrell3 and @chris_farrell3
2020-09-161h 07Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage061 - Coaching You to Long-Term Health SuccessEpisode Summary: In this episode Chris and Johnna discuss six ways to assess your current routine and how (and why) you may be struggling to stay consistent, or why you have yet to get long-term results when it comes to a health and fitness routine. Resources Mentioned: Want to book a discovery call with Chris? Finaltransformation.net/Coaching The four tendencies quiz: https://quiz.gretchenrubin.com/ Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it Buy us a...
2020-09-091h 02Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage060 - Take the Stress Out of Distance Learning & Homeschooling (with Chazz Lewis)Episode Summary: In this episode Chris and Johnna chat with Educational Specialist, Chazz Lewis, on homeschool and distance learning and how to be successful during these crazy times. Topics Covered: Setting up teachers and parents for success with the goal of setting kids up for success Transitioning from summer to the school year Creating a separate school space Visual schedules Timers How to shift from mom to teacher and get your child to listen Physical associations for mom/dad vs. teacher mode Knowing your child(ren)'s learning style and abilities Co-teaching with teachers d...
2020-09-021h 32Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage059 - 6 Warning Signs You Could be Heading Toward an Unhappy MarriageEpisode Summary: In this episode Chris and Johnna discuss six sometimes hidden warning signs that can mean a marriage is either already unhappy, or on its way to being unhappy. Be proactive about protecting your marriage and take a listen. Resources Mentioned: 4 Proven Ways to Create an Unshakable Marriage: bit.ly/gygymunshakable Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! Subscribe to the show Share it Review it Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) --> buymeacoffee.com/gygym Follo...
2020-08-2634 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage058 - 3 Boundaries That Prevent InfidelityEpisode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna reveal three personal marriage boundaries they follow to protect their marriage. Listen in for how you can be proactive in preventing infidelity in your marriage as well. Resources Mentioned: 4 Proven Ways to Create an Unshakable Marriage: bit.ly/gygymunshakable Love GYGYM? Here's five ways you can support us and the show! 1. Subscribe to the show 2. Share it 3. Review it 4. Buy us a coffee (aka help with production!) 5. Follow us on s...
2020-08-1929 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage057 - Parent Shaming - 4 Questions to Ask YourselfEpisode Summary In this episode Chris and Johnna chat about the judgmental world of parenting and how to handle the critics with grace and without beating yourself up by asking four specific questions. Parenting is the hardest gig out there and at the end of the day we're all just doing our best.
2020-08-1233 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage056 - This Could Change Your LifeEpisode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna give you one huge key to the current success and state of their marriage that could literally change your life. Hint: it takes a village. Also, if you love the GYGYM show and want to give to the cause (you know, growth of ourselves for the purpose of growing others and their marriages) you can now "donate" by buying us a coffee! Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/gygym for more info!
2020-08-0534 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage055 - Life Doesn't Care if You're Ready (with Andy Reider)Episode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna chat with Pastor, Musician, Father & self-proclaimed part-time adventurer, Andy Reider to discuss tragedy, expectations, life, faith and growth through it all. Topics Covered: Jumping into a new life stage Life doesn't care if you're ready article Growth + Faith = life cheat code Illusion of control & influence over our lives Growth mindset vs. fixed mindset Expectations Growing and thriving through tragedy and suffering Fear is a misuse of the imagination quote Growth through adventure Formula for change The myth of waiting to be ready Hearing from God ...
2020-07-291h 08Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage054 - Hit the Reset Button with UsEpisode Summary: In this episode Chris and Johnna offer up tips for hitting the reset button when preparing for life change, such as the postpartum stage. Love the show? Consider donating or buying us a coffee here!
2020-07-2234 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage053 - No One-Size-Fits-All PPDIn this episode Johnna goes solo to announce big news in the Farrell family, discuss the beginning of her postpartum journey in real-time, and share personal experiences from other moms who have dealt with postpartum anxiety and/or postpartum depression (PPA/PPD).
2020-07-1532 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage052 - More Than Baby Blues (Our Story)In this episode Chris and Johnna tackle a very heavy and emotional topic - postpartum depression. Listen along as they recall the experiences they faced after the birth of each child, and how they are preparing to be proactive rather than reactive with baby #4. Topics Covered: Postpartum depression defined Postpartum depression vs. baby blues Postpartum statistics Postpartum causes Personal experiences after each child Postpartum Anxiety
2020-07-081h 14Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage051 - Prepping You for the Next Episode(s)Chris & Johnna quickly hop on to give you a heads up on the upcoming episodes and why they will be so important, and who should listen. If you've recently had children or are preparing to do so, you won't want to miss this series.
2020-07-0121 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage050 - Why We Share Our DirtOn this episode, Chris and Johnna open up about the WHY behind their vulnerability and ultimately their hearts regarding the mission of the GYGYM podcast.
2020-06-2432 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage049 - Racism Convos (with Cameron Satterwhite)Episode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna open up the race conversation with Cameron Satterwhite, the owner of Blubaire clothing line. The whole goal of Blubaire is to create racial equality, build lives undivided, and ultimately make life better for Cam's children and the generations to come. Take a listen as Chris and Johnna stumble their way through an uncomfortable conversation (that Cam makes much more comfortable by his calm and kind demeanor) with the goal to open up the race conversation and show their allyship in building lives undivided. #IMBLUTOO ...
2020-06-171h 40Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage048 - Porn in MarriageIn this episode, Chris and Johnna get vulnerable once again by discussing the triggering, sensitive, and even taboo subject of pornography and how it affects lives and marriages.
2020-06-101h 10Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage047 - Let's Talk About [Selfish] Sex, BabyEpisode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna get extra vulnerable by revealing the ways they have shown up as selfish partners in their sex life, and how many other couples are struggling in the bedroom with similar issues. Listen in (unless you're family) to better understand yourself, your spouse, and your sex life.
2020-05-2755 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage046 - Is Your Marriage Selfish?Episode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna open up about the ways they've experienced selfishness in their marriage and how it impacted them both. Selfishness comes into marriage in both subconscious and conscious ways, but we believe that ultimately it is the killer of marriage. So listen and ask yourself, is your marriage selfish?
2020-05-2049 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage045 - Would You Wish Your Marriage on Your Child(ren)?Episode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna continue to go deeper into questions that they personally ask themselves to grow their marriage and their parenting. They cover five main areas to assess and use as conversation starters with your spouse. So what if your child(ren) grew up to have the exact relationship you and your spouse have? How would you feel?
2020-05-131h 06Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage044 - Questions to Grow Your ParentingEpisode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna dive into the world of parenting as they give six questions that they've used in their own family to make sure they are intentional about parenting well, and parenting together. Make sure to have a pen and paper ready to jot down these questions for yourself and make time to reflect either alone or preferably with your spouse. Topics Covered: discipline relationship parental example technology physical health nutrition mental health life/home organization concerns parenting wins vision for children
2020-05-061h 06Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage043 - 3 Questions to Grow Your MarriageEpisode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna get vulnerable once again by revealing three questions they recently asked each other to take their marriage to another level. Listen in, take notes, and plan to have the same conversation with your spouse. It may be painful in the moment, but the growth and clarity it brings is worth it.
2020-04-2940 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage042 - Questions to Ask When Making Big DecisionsEpisode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna reveal questions that you can ask yourself when confronted with a decision that needs to be made. Listen as they also walk you through exercises to help solidify your decision. Sources Mentioned: Success Principles Body Sway Test
2020-04-2244 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage041 - What's Working During This PandemicEpisode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna go over some of the key factors in not only surviving, but thriving through this COVID-19 pandemic. If you're new to working from home, or staying home, glued to the press conferences or simply just feel like you're drowning - listen to what is working for them and see if you can pull any of the tips into your own life for a more positive pandemic.
2020-04-1556 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage040 - Three Things You Must Stop DoingEpisode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna chat about the three things that really hinder personal growth, self-image, and overall - happiness. Especially during a time like now, it's time to stop doing these three things.
2020-04-0844 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage039 - Victory Over Fear with Colin EdwardsEpisode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna interview author and youth pastor, Colin Edwards on his book Victory and the story behind being courageous during one of the most challenging seasons of his life. Topics Covered: Victory in death/loss Cancer diagnosis in a loved one Carrying out God's calling Thriving through difficult seasons Reacting to situations you have no control over Being courageous during tough times when you don't have faith Going through a journey when eyes are on you Handling anxiety Giving your problems to God Expectations Does God still hear o...
2020-04-0156 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage038 - Uncertainty Shouldn't Equal FearIn this episode Chris and Johnna go live on their social media to discuss the current coronavirus pandemic and how they're surviving the uncertainty, even among the fear-inducing media. Topics Covered: fear and the media working from home with kids time management being prepared as a couple communicating through the challenging time controlling what you can control the importance of your health during this time effects of stress tips from work-from-home parents
2020-03-2538 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage037 - What Will Your Family Be Known For? (With Joel Montgomery)Episode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna interview Joel Montgomery on the idea of doing family on purpose. Joel has an extensive background in organizational culture and upon losing his job, he decided to take his knowledge and apply it to his most important job, his family. Listen in as Joel walks us through how to be intentional with your family and purposeful with the direction your lives are going. Topics Covered: Family on Purpose Organizational Culture – what is it, why it’s important, how to apply it to family The gift of losing...
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Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage036 - Personality-Based ParentingEpisode Summary: In this episode, Chris and Johnna interview Sandra Etherington, owner of Family Personalities. Using the Myers-Briggs Personality typing, Sandra helps families work together more effectively to raise their uniquely wired children to be the best versions of themselves that they can be. Listen as Chris and Johnna ask her all of the questions on this interesting way of getting to know yourself and your children. Topics Covered: What is Myers-Briggs Personality testing Do kids have personality types When can you discover personality types in kids Using the knowledge of personality...
2020-03-111h 01Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage035 - Down to Nothing, But Still TrustingEpisode Summary: In their most vulnerable episode yet, Chris and Johnna open up about all of the ways they've been tested since taking a giant leap of faith; and in turn, all of the ways God has continued to answer when they've opened their hands and surrendered it all.
2020-03-0456 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage027 - Unscripted & Raw w/ Chris & JohnnaEpisode Summary: In this episode, Johnna and Chris go off script and interview each other on the year behind and the year ahead. Listen and get to know the two a little better in 2020. Topics Covered: Aggressive lifestyle in 2019 Shutting down a successful business Leaving fitness and coming back Risking our lifestyle and livelihood Bro, nose picking, and nuts You on Netflix Gatlinburg, TN Tennessee Whiskey Where the podcast originated Small talk Get to know us Behind the scenes of episode 27 Real Talk Overwhelm Headspace funk Progress over perfection Penzu journal app Community and C...
2020-01-0850 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage026- 9 Ways to Support Your Pregnant WifeEpisode Summary: Chris & Johnna cover the ways in which you can be supportive of your wife, especially when she is pregnant. Listen if you feel like hearing Chris poke fun at a pregnant Johnna who nearly walks out of the episode. Topics Covered: Will Chris remain a girl dad for life? Baby #4’s name reveal Don’t expect your wife to be the same throughout pregnancy and after The word crazy and how you shouldn’t use it towards a woman How to handle your wife’s hormones with grace Things you can take off of y...
2019-12-1830 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage015-Combat Overwhelm & Avoid ResentmentEpisode Summary: If you're like most spouses (and parents for that matter), overwhelm is around every corner and resentment can often rear it's ugly head if we aren't careful. None of us want to feel it, so what's the solution to combating the feeling of overwhelm and avoiding resentment within your marriage? Find out in Episode 15 of the Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage Podcast. Main Topics Covered: Johnna's Birthday Injury How Chris & Johnna Combat Overwhelm Passive Aggressiveness His Perspective Her Perspective Identifying Each-other's Emotional Needs Parenting Like a Team Practical Side of Team...
2019-10-0226 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage014-How To Improve Your Marriage OvernightEpisode Summary: In Episode 14 of the podcast, Chris and Johnna can guarantee that this one action improved their marriage overnight and they are ready to lay the excuses to rest and motivate you to do the same! Topics Discussed: We All Have The Same Excuses The One Action Chris & Johnna Took To Improve Their Marriage Overnight Revealed The Dads Perspective The Powerful Why Behind Taking The Action To Invest In The Marriage Ways To Get Resourceful If You Are Ready Chris & Johnna's Tip To Prepare The Challenge To The listener Subscribe to t...
2019-09-2527 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage013-How To Solve Money Fights With Your Spouse (Dan Hinz)Episode Summary: If you and your spouse have ever fought about or disagreed on money, this episode is for you. Chris & Johnna interview money expert Dan Hinz as he gives us tips, tricks and powerful rationale behind stopping the money fights and how to handle money in a relationship. Topics Covered: Simple Exercise To Communicate Better About Money Finding middle ground with what we spend How do we stay patient with our wants when we are in student debt The Big mistakes we make with Student Loans Creating Expectations with our Finances The...
2019-09-1858 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage012-Post Sexual Trauma Triggers and How To Handle Them (Sexpert Candice Smith)Episode Summary: If you have been through any form of sexual trauma, we want you to know that you are not alone and there is a path to heal, as well as specific things you and your partner can do to deal with the triggers that come. In this vulnerable episode, Sexpert Candice Smith is back to help Johnna work through her post-sexual trauma triggers and inform others on exactly what they can do when these triggers come to the surface. We hope this episode brings you one step closer to begin healing f...
2019-09-1158 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage011-Awkward Sex, Bored Sex, No Sex, Great Sex (Sexpert Candice Smith)Episode Summary: Chris and Johnna interview award-winning certified educator and couples’ intimacy coach who specializes in sex and intimate communication, Candice Smith. Candice’s mission is to provide couples with age-appropriate, relevant sex and intimacy education. She and her partner co-founded The KinkKit, the first experiential kit for couples to play their way to better sex and intimate communication. In part one of the sex-series, Chris and Johnna get extra vulnerable by diving in and asking Candice all the personal questions surrounding the Roommate Rut, The Sexual Avoidance Cycle, and Re-kindling the spark.
2019-09-0457 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage009-Living With Passion & Purpose Part 1Episode Summary: Are you living a passionate and purposeful life? Are you fulfilled or are you settling for less than? Chris & Johnna take this fiery topic to a new level by asking you the hard questions and giving you baseline tips on how to position yourself for passion and purpose.
2019-08-2134 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage007-Uncomfortable ConversationsEpisode Summary: Chris and Johnna dive into the importance of having uncomfortable conversations in your marriage and all relationships. The couple gives examples of some of the most difficult conversations they have had and how it impacted their marriage for the better. They get into the topics that have to be discussed that could be classified as uncomfortable, and the why, as in the positive effects that come from being open and vulnerable with your spouse. Show Notes: Chris and Johnna offer the marriage advice they give to all new couples....
2019-08-1442 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage006-Self-Image 10 Minute ToolEpisode Summary: Now that you have listened to both episode 4 and 5 of growing your self-image, it's time to take action and put your focus on three major steps to grow your self- image. Find out the three steps and how you can apply them to your life in Episode 6 of The Grow Yourself Grow Your Marriage Podcast. Show Notes: Chris and Johnna give 3 key steps to growing your self-image from John Maxwell's book, The 15 Invaluable Laws Of Growth and it all begins with focusing on the 3 things that you have control ov...
2019-08-0814 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage005-Grow Your Self-Image Part 2Episode Summary: I’m sure you are asked your opinion often, but have you ever asked yourself your opinion of… YOU? In Self-Image Part II Chris & Johnna dive into the mental side of self-image in relation to our title, income, experiences, comparisons and expectations of ourselves. Show Notes: Chris starts out by asking Johnna about her shift from Cincinnati Reds employee to stay-at-home mom. Chris explains the difference in his confidence level and interactions with others with transitioning titles from personal trainer to fitness studio owner. ...
2019-08-0733 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage004-Grow Your Self-Image Part 1Episode Summary: Conversation with Instagram Influencer Kristen Gottwald @topknotanddoubleshot who inspired part of the self-image and body acceptance/self-love topic. Topics Covered: The two types of Self Image Discussions surrounding quotes from John Maxwell’s 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth book How to begin to change that story in our heads Guy’s perspective on self-image and the story the wives tell themselves. Chris and Johnna talk comparison and give examples of how it’s met the whole idea of being a thief of joy. Chris and Johnna reveal some of the truths behind...
2019-07-3142 minGrow Yourself Grow Your Marriage002-The One Quality You Can't Grow Without The One Quality You Can’t Grow Without Miss this one quality and we can guarantee nothing will change. Main Points: Most concepts in personal growth are simple, but implementation is where they become difficult. The understanding that you cannot truly grow without first knowing where you are starting (i.e. self-awareness). Once you figure out where you are starting you can begin to figure out where it is you are heading. Keep doing what you are doing and you will keep getting what you are getting (i.e. insanity) Johnna discusses...
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