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Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples CommunicationWhen Sex Feels Like a Transaction: The Hidden Disconnect in RelationshipsBook a Discovery Call for Relationship Renovation CoachingOr email us directly at coaching@relationshiprenovation.com with the subject line “Couples Coaching Application.” Order Relationship Renovation at Home Manual from AmazonJoin Our Patreon CommunityTake the Emotional Safety Assessment QuizHighlights from the EpisodeHow Sex Turns Transactional: Tarah shares a story from a recent couples session: “If you do this and you do it well, I’ll give you sex.” Sound familiar? Turns out, it’s more common than we think.Both Partners Are Responsible: EJ and Tarah refle...
2025-10-3139 minRelationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication244 - Are You Emotionally Safe in Your Relationship? Try Our Assessment and Learn MoreBook a Discovery Call for Relationship Renovation CoachingOr email us directly at coaching@relationshiprenovation.com with the subject line “Couples Coaching Application.” Order Relationship Renovation at Home Manual from AmazonJoin Our Patreon CommunityTake the Emotional Safety Assessment QuizEJ and Tarah Kerwin dive into the power of their Emotional Safety Assessment—a free tool now available on their website. They openly model the entire process, walking through all 13 questions and sharing their honest scores and reflections. Listeners will get a behind-the-scenes look at how the hosts use this...
2025-09-2635 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication236 - Marriage Unfiltered: Coping with Trauma, Busy Family Life, and Staying ConnectedBook a Discovery Call for Relationship Renovation CoachingOr email us directly at coaching@relationshiprenovation.com with the subject line “Couples Coaching Application.” Order Relationship Renovation at Home Manual from AmazonJoin Our Patreon CommunityTake the Emotional Safety Assessment QuizIn this special episode, hosts Tarah and EJ Kerwin sit down with Zach Brittle, host of Marriage Therapy Radio, for a deeply authentic and vulnerable conversation unlike any other.This is a replay of their appearance on Marriage Therapy Radio.Instead of focusing on their r...
2025-08-0150 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication234 - Exploring Sexual Intimacy: The Relationship Renovation Sexual Intimacy InventoryBook a Discovery Call for Relationship Renovation CoachingOr email us directly at coaching@relationshiprenovation.com with the subject line “Couples Coaching Application.” Order Relationship Renovation at Home Manual from AmazonJoin Our Patreon CommunityTake the Emotional Safety Assessment QuizIn this transformative episode of Relationship Renovation, hosts Tarah and EJ Kerwin introduce listeners to their brand-new Relationship Renovation Sexual Intimacy Inventory—a powerful tool designed to spark open, honest, and non-triggering conversations about sexual intimacy. As Tarah and EJ model the inventory in real-time, they share personal insights...
2025-07-1834 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication220 - Reversing Intimacy Anxiety: Strategies for Couples to ReconnectBook a Discovery Call for Relationship Renovation CoachingOr email us directly at coaching@relationshiprenovation.com with the subject line “Couples Coaching Application.” Order Relationship Renovation at Home Manual from AmazonJoin Our Patreon CommunityTake the Emotional Safety Assessment QuizDive deep into the intricacies of intimacy anxiety with EJ and Tarah Kerwin in this enlightening episode of the Relationship Renovation Podcast. Discover what intimacy anxiety truly means and how it could be silently influencing your relationship. EJ and Tarah break down the common symptoms and root causes—that rang...
2025-04-1133 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication216 - Breaking Free from Criticism and Defensiveness in RelationshipsBook a Discovery Call for Relationship Renovation CoachingOr email us directly at coaching@relationshiprenovation.com with the subject line “Couples Coaching Application.” Order Relationship Renovation at Home Manual from AmazonJoin Our Patreon CommunityTake the Emotional Safety Assessment QuizIn this insightful episode of "Relationship Renovation," hosts Tarah and EJ Kerwin delve deep into a topic many couples struggle with – the blame game. Understanding how criticism and defensiveness can erode trust and emotional safety in a relationship is crucial. Tarah and EJ share personal anecdotes, like their recent ch...
2025-03-1431 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication208 - Enhancing Intimacy: Rewriting Your Relationship StoryPurchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online Course.How can couples effectively communicate their needs and desires for physical intimacy?What practical steps can couples take to reflect on and improve their intimacy?How do stress and daily distractions impact intimate relationships and what can be done to overcome these obstacles?Tarah and EJ Kerwin dive deep into enhancing intimacy within relationships. They introduce their innovative program, "Relationship Renovation at Home," designed to offer couples a structured approach to improving their intimate connections. The episode centers around their unique tool, "rewriting your...
2025-01-1731 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication202 - Breaking Barriers: Communicating About Physical and Emotional Intimacy, Part 4 in Intimacy SeriesPurchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online Course.How can couples differentiate between acceptance and resignation in their relationship struggles?What role does curiosity and empathy play in overcoming feelings of rejection?How can open and vulnerable conversations improve both physical and emotional intimacy?Join hosts Tarah and EJ Kerwin on the fourth part of the "Intimacy Balance" series, where they delve deep into the complexities of maintaining both physical and emotional intimacy in long-term relationships. In this episode, the Kerwins explore how acceptance, rather than resignation, can transform your relationship, helping...
2024-12-0631 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication196 - Reignite Your Relationship: Cultivating Curiosity for Stronger ConnectionsPurchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online Course.Ever wondered how to reignite the spark in your relationship? In this episode of Relationship Renovation, Tarah and EJ delve into the transformative power of curiosity. Join us for an insightful discussion packed with actionable advice on how to keep the flame alive in your partnership.Questions this episode will address:How can cultivating curiosity strengthen emotional and physical intimacy in relationships?What daily practices can partners implement to maintain and enhance their connection?How can using tools like books, apps, or guided programs support this journey?
2024-10-2529 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication187 - Turning Arguments into Growth Opportunities in RelationshipsPurchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online Course.How can a seemingly trivial argument reveal deeper emotional triggers in a relationship?What steps can couples take to repair their relationships after a conflict?How can families involve their children in understanding and resolving conflicts?In this captivating episode of the Relationship Renovation podcast, hosts Tarah and EJ Kerwin delve into a real-life argument they experienced over the weekend. Spoiler alert – it's not really about the hot dog! Using their backgrounds as seasoned therapists, Tarah and EJ dissect the layers of their argument to...
2024-08-2323 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication185 - Building Resilience in Your Relationship: Navigating Difficult Times TogetherPurchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online Course.How can couples build resilience in their relationship to navigate difficult times?What role does vulnerability play in fostering resilience within a relationship?How can addressing uncomfortable situations together strengthen the bond between partners?In this episode of the Relationship Renovation podcast, hosts Tarah and EJ explore the importance of building resilience in romantic relationships. They discuss how couples can navigate challenging moments and emerge stronger, closer, and more connected than ever before. By sharing personal experiences and insights from their work as couples...
2024-08-0928 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication184 - Appreciating Your Partner: How Gratitude Can Transform Your RelationshipPurchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online Course.Welcome to Episode 184 of Relationship Renovation! In today's episode, your hosts Tarah and EJ dive deep into the power of gratitude and appreciation in transforming romantic relationships.Have you ever struggled to express gratitude to your partner, even when you know how important it is? Tarah and EJ understand the challenges couples face in cultivating a culture of appreciation. They share their personal definition of gratitude, describing it as both a feeling and a practice, and emphasize the need to be mindful and kind in expressing thanks.
2024-08-0231 min
Drunk Girls Gone SoberTarah's Five Big Life LessonsJoin us as we navigate through a decade of personal transformation and growth. From the chaotic, emotionally volatile days of our early twenties to a place of self-awareness and maturity, we reflect on pivotal lessons learned over the past ten years. Tarah discusses the importance of standing up for what’s right, challenging the submissive mindsets ingrained in us, and how our emotional maturity has blossomed.We touch upon changing relationships with alcohol, the profound impact of sobriety, ...
2024-07-1838 min
Sorry, What?Tarah's Journey with ADHD medication & tips for managing ADHD Naturally!In this episode of the Sorry, What?! Podcast, Tarah share's her Journey with ADHD Medication and she shares tips on how she managed ADHD naturally.
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2024-04-2135 min
Sorry, What?Barry is hyperfixated, Tarah has an embarrassing story & How you can support your ADHD child!Welcome Back to the Sorry, What? Podcast with Tarah and Barry. In this episode we share all that's been going on in our lives recently we also answer some of your burning questions and share some of your hilarious Sorry, What?! Moments (Formerly ADHD Bloopers)
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2024-04-0945 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication166 - Want to Snuggle? A Guide to Getting Closer with Your PartnerAre you and your partner on the same page with your levels of physical and emotional intimacy?How can you discuss and navigate differing desires without judgment or tension?What playful tools can you use to communicate about your intimacy needs effectively?Dive into Episode 166 of Relationship Renovation, where hosts EJ and Tarah unwrap the complex layers of physical and emotional intimacy in relationships. This episode introduces listeners to the "frisky scale," a unique and engaging approach for couples to gauge and discuss their intimacy levels in a non-threatening way. Learn how to...
2024-03-2929 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication163 - How to Stop Being Defensive in Your Relationship and Build Emotional SafetyHow does defensiveness affect your relationship with your partner?What role do childhood experiences play in shaping emotional responses in relationship?How did EJ and Tarah work through their challenges and what lessons can listeners learn from their experience?In this revealing and heartwarming episode of Relationship Renovation, EJ and Tarah Kerwin open up about their own journey to emotional safety and intimacy in their relationship. EJ shares his struggle with defensiveness and the impact it had on their relationship, while also delving into the roots of his emotional responses that were shaped...
2024-03-0827 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication158 - Marriage Communication Tool: Six Words ExerciseHow can couples use the "Six Words" exercise to define the qualities they want in their relationship?What is the significance of the "Six Words" exercise in the context of improving communication and decision-making for couples?How does the "Six Words" exercise help to promote a positive and intentional approach to nurturing a healthy relationship?In this episode of Relationship Renovation, EJ and Tarah Kerwin delve into the "Six Words" exercise, a powerful tool designed to help couples define and cultivate the qualities they desire in their relationship. Throughout the discussion, they walk...
2024-02-0222 minSorry, What?ADHD Unfiltered: "We've been together for 6 years, why has he not proposed?" + fartingIn this episode, Tarah & Barry answer some of your burning questions about commitment in long-term relationships and finding the balance between Feminine and masculine energy. Listener questions below:Q. I am 28 and I have been with my partner for 6 years now, it feels like everyone around me is already married, getting engaged or having babies… We have spoken about marriage before and we both want to get married to one another. I trust that we are on the same page but I am noticing myself becoming jealous of those around me and slightly frustrated at him. I re...
2023-10-2544 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication133 - The Positive Power of Investing in Each Other: Belief, Trust, and Growth in RelationshipsJoin Tarah and EJ as they embark on a captivating exploration into the boundless power of narratives and their profound influence on our relationships. Uncover the illuminating insights that lie within the realm of narrative as our hosts unveil the secrets to dismantling troublesome narratives that often fuel negativity while unveiling the art of cultivating uplifting ones.Through heartfelt discussions and a shared commitment to growth, EJ and Tarah guide us toward a refreshing perspective. They reveal how deliberately reshaping our narratives can liberate us from the clutches of pessimism, fostering a radiant environment for positive thoughts...
2023-08-1126 min
The Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerTarah Reads Black Cameo Part II — A Witches of Mountain Shadow Short StoryThis week on the podcast, Tarah reads part II of Black Cameo — a Witches of Mountain Shadow short story starring Fiona, Bellamy, and Eleanor. It's loads of spooky fun!Find all of Tarah's books here: https://tarahbenner.com/
2023-06-1727 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerTarah Reads "Black Cameo" Part I (A Witches of Mountain Shadow Short Story)This week, Tarah reads another story from the vault — Black Cameo, Part I.When Bellamy buys an antique desk at auction, he finds an antique pendant with mysterious properties hidden in the drawer. Fiona knows immediately that something isn't right, but it isn't until things start going wrong at The Wind Chime Inn that Bellamy enlists her help.Support the books on Patreon.Find all of Tarah's books here.Follow Tarah on YouTube so you never miss an episode.Follow Tarah on Instagram.
2023-06-1020 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerNew Kitten Surprise, New Audiobooks, New ReleaseThis week, Tarah tells the story of how her family came to get their new kitten, as well as the big surprise that the kitty had in store for them. She also talks about the release of Better Off Dead (Mountain Shadow Mysteries 1), the new audiobooks coming up, and the extra novella she's writing for her patrons.This week I'm reading the Beechwood Harbor Ghost Mysteries by Danielle Garrett and listening to Swords and Fallen Lords by Trixie Silvertale.Grab your copy of Better Off Dead (Mountain Shadow Mysteries 1).Preorder Dead to Rights...
2023-05-2617 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerTarah Reads Chapter 2 of Better Off Dead (Mountain Shadow Mysteries Book 1)This week, Tarah reads the second chapter of Better Off Dead (Mountain Shadow Mysteries book one). Better Off Dead will be available May 15 for Kindle and in Kindle Unlimited.Caroline McCrithers has it all figured out. She’s got a five-year plan, a killer career, and she’s engaged to marry the man of her dreams.Learning her perfect fiancé is a catfishing fraud? Not part of the plan.When Caroline returns to the small town of Mountain Shadow to lick her wounds and help her spunky grandmother plan a funeral, she learns that...
2023-05-1219 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerTarah Reads Chapter One of "Better Off Dead" (Mountain Shadow Mysteries Book 1)This week, Tarah reads the first chapter of Better Off Dead (Mountain Shadow Mysteries book one).Caroline McCrithers has it all figured out. She’s got a five-year plan, a killer career, and she’s engaged to marry the man of her dreams.Learning her perfect fiancé is a catfishing fraud? Not part of the plan.When Caroline returns to the small town of Mountain Shadow to lick her wounds and help her spunky grandmother plan a funeral, she learns that she’s inherited an old hotel — and an ornery black cat. It was her a...
2023-05-0513 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerSnow-mageddon with a Toddler + Returning to Mountain ShadowThis week, Tarah chats about preparing for Snow-mageddon with a toddler and writing the first draft of Dead to Rights. Better Off Dead is now available for early reviewers.Request a review copy or preorder your copy here.This week I’m reading Steeped in Murder by Kirsten Weiss and listening to Bars and Boxcars by Trixie Silvertale.Find all of Tarah's books here.Support the books on Patreon to unlock exclusive stories.Subscribe to Tarah's YouTube channel.
2023-04-2815 min
Hair Loss 101Introducing Tarah and EllenMeet the hosts of Hair Loss 101. Tarah and Ellen give an overview of what information they'll cover in the episodes to come.
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2023-02-2205 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerA Cozy Christmas in Mountain Shadow (Plus, Are The Fringe and Lawless Connected?)This week, Tarah chats about her love of all things holiday. She talks more about Christmas in Mountain Shadow and how these stories are different from the Pierce Brothers novellas. She celebrates an exciting YouTube milestone and answers the reader question: Are The Fringe and the Lawless Saga connected?Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book is The Elven Blade (Dragon Kingdom Book 1).Join Tarah's reader newsletter and get a free book.This week I'm reading Her River God Wolf by Adriana Hawkes and listening t...
2022-11-1121 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerTarah's Secret Project (Plus, My Favorite Side Character from Mountain Shadow)This week, Tarah reveals a secret project she's been working on that takes place in the Mountain Shadow universe. She also chats about her Patreon supernatural mystery starring the Pierce brothers and why she's procrastinating on her next novel.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book is Colony One (The Elderon Chronicles book one). Get it for 99 cents!Join Tarah's reader newsletter and get a free book.This week I'm reading Alpha Possessed by Olivia T. Turner and listening to Murder in Christmas River by...
2022-11-0418 min
The Source ConnectionWhat are you Consenting to?WEBSITE CORRECTION! At the end Tarah said the website is www.thesourceconnection.com. It is not! It’s www.thesourceconnection.us. And our email is connect@thesourceconnection.us. Phew!There can be a fine line between the fear of doing or not doing something and our intuition. This is certainly the case when navigating the Western Medical system and all we’ve been taught is “correct” or “responsible” when it comes to following along with the conditioned medicine in much of the world. Liz and Tarah share their own personal experiences in exploring this space and how it was one o...
2022-11-0240 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerAnother Murder in Mountain Shadow (Plus, the All Hallows' Eve Sale and Audiobook Recs!)It's an extra-spooky episode this week as Tarah talks Halloween plans and the new Mountain Shadow murder mystery she's writing. Learn which characters are returning for this Patreon novella (and what Tarah's 14-month-old is going as for Halloween)! She also gives details on her annual All Hallows' Eve promo, as well as the Free Witchy Reads event.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's freebies and deals:Aether Witch — FREE through HalloweenThe Witch's Fortune — FREE through HalloweenDemon Witch — 99 cents and up through Halloween (Kindle Countdown Deal)
2022-10-2814 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerThe Cabin After Dark (#Momlife, New Releases, and Gin)This week, Tarah records at night with a gin and tonic in hand! She dishes about the release of The Elven Blade, what it's like raising a toddler, and what she's working on next.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: The Elven Blade (Dragon Kingdom book one).Join Tarah's reader newsletter and get a free book.This week I'm listening to Alpha's Danger by Lee Savino and Renee Rose and listening to Cry Wolf by Patricia Briggs.Send your listener mail to
2022-10-2115 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerElven Blade Launch! (If The Princess Bride, The Hobbit, and PotC had a Baby)This week, Tarah talks all about the big launch of The Elven Blade (Dragon Kingdom book one). She chats about the fantastical new world she's created and how she plans on expanding the world of Mountain Shadow. Plus, she reveals the cool fan extra readers get when they download the book in the first week.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.Get The Elven Blade (Dragon Kingdom book one).This week's featured book: The Witch's Fortune. Grab the ebook or listen to Tarah read the novella here. This...
2022-10-1416 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerTarah Reads The Witch's Fortune (Chapters 5, 6 and 7)In this very special episode, Tarah reads the final installment of The Witch's Fortune — a Witches of Mountain Shadow prequel novella from Fiona's perspective.Get The Witch's Fortune as an ebook!Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.Send your listener mail to tarahbenner@gmail.com.Connect with Tarah on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or in her Facebook reader group.
2022-10-0742 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerTarah Reads The Witch's Fortune (Chapters 3 and 4)In this very special episode, Tarah reads chapters three and four from The Witch's Fortune, a Witches of Mountain Shadow prequel novella from Fiona's perspective. Look for the final chapters in your feed next week!Get The Witch's Fortune as an ebook!Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.Send your listener mail to tarahbenner@gmail.com.Connect with Tarah on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or in her Facebook reader group.
2022-09-3021 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerTarah Reads The Witch's Fortune (Chapters 1 and 2)In this very special episode, Tarah reads the first two chapters from The Witch's Fortune, a Witches of Mountain Shadow prequel novella from Fiona's perspective. Look for more chapters in your feed next week!Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.Send your listener mail to tarahbenner@gmail.com.Connect with Tarah on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or in her Facebook reader group.
2022-09-2346 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerFantasy Maps and Falling off Paddleboards (Plus, the Weird Thing About The Elderon Chronicles)This week, Tarah chats about the upcoming release of The Elven Blade, backpacking with her son, and falling off her paddleboard for the first time. She also talks about the map she's having made for the kingdom of Tierdor, what she didn't know when she wrote The Elderon Chronicles, and more!Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: The Elderon Chronicles (Books 1-3). Right now you can grab the collection for just 99 cents! (Sale ends September 21.)This week I'm listening to Moon Called by Elizabeth Briggs and...
2022-09-1617 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerTarah Reads the First Chapter of 'The Elven Blade'In this very special episode, Tarah reads the first chapter of The Elven Blade (Dragon Kingdom book one). Support the books on Patreon and get access to The Silverflame Dragon at Tarah Benner Labs.Send your listener mail to tarahbenner@gmail.com.Connect with Tarah on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or in her Facebook reader group.
2022-09-0917 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerThe Official Title of Dragon Kingdom 1 — Plus, the Secret Bookshop OpeningThis week, Tarah finally reveals the title of Dragon Kingdom book one. She chats about the final stage of revisions on the novel, the secret readers-only opening of her bookshop, and the series she's having re-covered.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Lawless (The Lawless Saga book one).This week I'm reading A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire by Jennifer Armentrout.Send your listener mail to tarahbenner@gmail.com.Connect with Tarah on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or in her...
2022-09-0220 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerDragon Kingdom Release Info, Tarah's Bookshop, and Why You Shouldn't Nitpick Hyped BooksThis week, Tarah reveals her plans for the semi-unconventional launch of Dragon Kingdom 1. She also chats about getting the littlest indie bookshop (her online store) up and running, her first ukulele gig, and her issue with nitpicking books that receive a lot of hype.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Recon (Book One of The Fringe). Get it while it's FREE!This week I'm reading A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire by Jennifer Armentrout.Send your listener mail to tarahbenner@gmail.com.
2022-08-2624 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerBeta Readers Get Dragon Kingdom 1 (Plus, the Book That's Kept Me Up at Night)This week, Tarah chats about the beta read of Dragon Kingdom book one and Part III of The Silverflame Dragon. She reveals the fantasy-inspired theme of her son's first birthday party and talks about the book that has kept her reading late into the night.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Blood Ties (A Witches of Mountain Shadow prequel novella). Get it for FREE!!!This week I'm reading From Blood and Ash by Jennifer Armentrout.Send your listener mail to tarahbenner...
2022-08-1914 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerExploring the Fantastical Cultures and Religions of Dragon Kingdom 1 (Plus, How to Read More!)This week, Tarah chats about the process of wrangling the complex fantasy world of Dragon Kingdom 1. She delves into the different religions and cultures she had to consider as she was writing the first book in the series. She also chats about her trip to see her Granny and being a No. 1 bestseller in Canada!Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Aether Witch (Witches of Mountain Shadow book one).Right now the entire series is available in Kindle Unlimited. You can also listen to the Aether Witch...
2022-08-1219 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerTarah Reads a Snippet of Dragon Kingdom 1 (Plus, Lessons Learned From My First Ren Faire!)This week, Tarah reads an excerpt from her new work in progress, Dragon Kingdom book one. She also talks about her first Renaissance festival and the things she learned. Finally, she answers a reader question about why some of her books are not available in Kindle Unlimited.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: The Fringe Collection.Through August 10, you can get the collection for just 99 cents!This week I'm reading From Blood and Ash by Jennifer Armentrout. I'm also listening to Metahuman by Deepak Chopra.
2022-08-0520 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerThe Cast of Dragon Kingdom Book 1 (Plus, Confessions of a Serial Book Abandoner)This week, Tarah introduces the characters of her upcoming series, Dragon Kingdom. She also chats about her trip to Golden, paddle boarding in the rain, and her secret identity as a book abandoner.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Colony One (Book One of The Elderon Chronicles).Psst! It's FREE!This week I'm reading Metahuman by Deepak Chopra.Send your listener mail to tarahbenner@gmail.com.Connect with Tarah on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or in her Facebook reader g...
2022-07-2921 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerNew Book, New Milestones (Plus, a New Obsession!)This week, Tarah chats about her much-needed week off hiking, spending time with family, and paddle boarding! She also talks about her son's big milestone, the revision process on Dragon Kingdom book one, and her latest read, Atomic Habits.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Lawless (The Lawless Saga, Book One)FREE on Kobo through July 25th.This week I'm reading Dragonsbane (Winterlands book one) by Barbara Hambly and listening to Atomic Habits by James Clear.Send your listener mail to tarahbenner...
2022-07-2220 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerTarah Reads "Blood Ties": Chapters 9-11It's another very special episode where Tarah reads the final installment of Blood Ties — a Witches of Mountain Shadow prequel novella.Download your forever copy of Blood Ties the ebook for FREE.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.Send your listener mail to tarahbenner@gmail.com.Connect with Tarah on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or in her Facebook reader group.
2022-07-2040 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerTarah Reads "Blood Ties": Chapters 7 and 8!It's another very special episode where Tarah reads Part 3 of Blood Ties — a Witches of Mountain Shadow prequel novella.Download your forever copy of Blood Ties the ebook for FREE.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.Send your listener mail to tarahbenner@gmail.com.Connect with Tarah on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or in her Facebook reader group.
2022-07-1934 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerTarah Reads "Blood Ties": Chapters 4-6!This week, it's a very special episode where Tarah reads the second part of Blood Ties — a Witches of Mountain Shadow prequel novella.Download your forever copy of Blood Ties the ebook for FREE.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.Send your listener mail to tarahbenner@gmail.com.Connect with Tarah on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or in her Facebook reader group.
2022-07-1845 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerTarah Reads "Blood Ties": Chapters 1-3This week, it's a very special episode where Tarah reads the first part of Blood Ties — a Witches of Mountain Shadow prequel novella. Download your forever copy of Blood Ties the ebook for FREE.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.Send your listener mail to tarahbenner@gmail.com.Connect with Tarah on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or in her Facebook reader group.
2022-07-1547 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerThe Chapter I've Rewritten Three Times (Plus, My Productivity Epiphany)This week, Tarah chats about her rewrite of the first chapters of her new novel, Dragon Kingdom book one. She discusses why a first book in a new series — and especially that first chapter — is so hard for writers. She also talks about how she's getting more done as a work-from-home mom and author.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: The Defectors (Book One in The Defectors Trilogy).Psst! It's FREE!This week I'm reading Dragonsbane (Winterlands book one) by Barbara Hambly and listening to Drag...
2022-07-0823 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerNew Novella! (Plus, Bear Sightings, Fantasy Foods, and Relics of the 90s)This week, Tarah finished the first draft of her high-fantasy novel and broke ground on a new novella! She chats about the truly bizarre research that went into creating this Patreon exclusive, as well as her family's very first bear sighting. Finally, she reveals her very 90s moment when she stumbled upon a much-desired treasure from her childhood.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Colony One (Book One of The Elderon Chronicles).This week I'm reading Dragons of Autumn Twilight (Dragonlance Chronicles book one) by Margaret W...
2022-07-0134 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerBuilding a New Fantasy World (Plus, Crystals, Face Tattoos, and the Ogre Dilemma)This week, Tarah chats about the stumbling blocks she's encountered building the fantasy world for her new series. She also talks about the Victor Gem and Mineral Show and the local celebrity she sighted there. Finally, she asks listeners to weigh in on their perception of orcs versus ogres versus goblins.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: The Witch's Fortune.Listen to me read Blood Ties on Read by the Author With Lindsey Sparks.This week I'm reading Kingdoms at War by Lindsay Buroker...
2022-06-2427 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerThe Witch's Fortune Launch (Plus, Backtracking on my Current Project)This week, Tarah chats about her upcoming launch of The Witch's Fortune. She also laments the time/energy balancing act of being a WFH parent and discusses why she's having to revise so much as she writes on her latest project.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: The Witch's Fortune.This week I'm reading Kingdoms at War by Lindsay Buroker and listening to Secrets of the Sword II by Lindsay Buroker.Send your listener mail to tarahbenner@gmail.com.Connect...
2022-06-1721 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerPriorities and Prepper RemediesThis week, Tarah chats about her realization around priorities. She talks about what she needs to stay happy and sane and how one particular business decision stood in the way of that. She also shares a hot medicinal plant tip for preppers and some of the star characters in her upcoming epic fantasy novel.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Recon (book one of The Fringe).This week I'm reading Kingdoms at War by Lindsay Buroker and listening to Secrets of the Sword II by Lindsay...
2022-06-1025 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah Benner"I Can't Fail!" (Watching People Jump Off a Cliff and My Realization About Writing)This week, Tarah has a very real chat about what it takes to succeed as an indie author for eight-plus years. She also talks about the Warrior Witch launch, her new high-fantasy project, and her adventures in Guffey!RSVP to the live Facebook giveaway!Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: The Witch's Fortune (Fiona's prequel novella).Take part in the VIP launch, and get The Witch's Fortune for free!This week I'm listening to A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOTAR, book three) b...
2022-06-0323 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerSpecial Episode! Sneak Peek at Warrior Witch (Chapter One)In this special episode, Tarah reads the first chapter of her newest release, Warrior Witch (Witches of Mountain Shadow, book six).***SPOILERS AHEAD FOR HUNTER'S WITCH***The werewolves and vampires are on the brink of war, and Fiona and Gabriel are powerless to stop it. After Sigrid’s brutal attack on the local packs, the alphas are on the warpath, and a dangerous coalition of vampires has been slaughtering innocent mortals.Gabriel’s old handler Elias has disappeared, but he knows Fiona’s secret. Any clue for how to...
2022-05-3021 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerCheating on My Characters — My Muse Made Me Do ItThis week, Tarah makes a big confession related to the Witches of Mountain Shadow spinoff series and another mystery project. She talks about her creative process and how her muse sometimes takes over. The inmates are running the asylum this week!Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Warrior Witch (Witches of Mountain Shadow book six).Take part in the VIP launch, and get The Witch's Fortune for free!Catch up with the witches with this exclusive ebook bundle.This week I'm listening to...
2022-05-2726 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerSpecial Episode! Sneak Peek at Warrior Witch (Prologue)In this special episode, Tarah reads the prologue to her newest release, Warrior Witch (Witches of Mountain Shadow, book six).***SPOILERS AHEAD FOR HUNTER'S WITCH!***The werewolves and vampires are on the brink of war, and Fiona and Gabriel are powerless to stop it. After Sigrid’s brutal attack on the local packs, the alphas are on the warpath, and a dangerous coalition of vampires has been slaughtering innocent mortals.Gabriel’s old handler Elias has disappeared, but he knows Fiona’s secret. Any clue for how to hel...
2022-05-2323 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerConnecting Worlds Between Series (Plus, the Warrior Witch Patreon Launch!)This week, Tarah chats about the Patreon launch of Warrior Witch and what's coming for the VIP launch. She also discusses her current work in progress, the Witches of Mountain Shadow spin-off series, and how she plans to connect the worlds of her paranormal series to a new epic fantasy story.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Demon Witch (Witches of Mountain Shadow book two).Get the audio version of Demon Witch — or any of Tarah's audiobooks — here.This week I'm reading The Witches' Blade (The...
2022-05-2024 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerWriting the Spin-off Series — Recurring Characters, Wesley's Dog, and Knights in Shining ArmorThis week, Tarah chats about her first Mother's Day, the metaphorical writing cabin, and her process of plotting the Witches of Mountain Shadow spin-off. She also talks about her Facebook faux pas, where she made the mistake of mentioning that Wesley had a new dog.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Lawless (The Lawless Saga, Book One)Psst! It's FREE!This week I'm reading Any Witch Way (A Witch in Wolf Wood Book Three) by Lindsay Buroker. I'm listening to A Court of...
2022-05-1323 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerSneak Peek at the Mountain Shadow Spin-offIn this episode, Tarah chats about the Warrior Witch release, the Witches of Mountain Shadow merch, and what's coming for Blood Ties and Fiona's prequel novella. She also reads the blurb for book one in the Mountain Shadow spinoff!Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Recon (Book One of The Fringe).Psst! It's FREE!This week I'm reading Any Witch Way (A Witch in Wolf Wood Book Three) by Lindsay Buroker. I'm listening to A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J...
2022-05-0615 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerThings Readers Get Mad About and Flying With a BabyIn this episode, Tarah reveals some of the weird, embarrassing, and sometimes inaccurate things that readers get angry with her about. She also chats about the first time flying with her eight-month-old baby and this month's Patreon short story.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Blood Ties (A Witches of Mountain Shadow Prequel Novella)Psst! It's FREE!This week I'm reading Spell Hound (A Witch in Wolf Wood Book Two) by Lindsay Buroker and listening to Eye of Truth (Agents of the Crown...
2022-04-2920 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerThe Real-Life Locations for Alchemy, Fireside Café, Déjà Brew, and More!In this very special episode, Tarah reveals the real-life locations she used to create the bars, restaurants, and shops of Mountain Shadow, Colorado. Learn where she stole those names from and what special places she used to flesh out these fictional settings, including Alchemy, the Fireside Café, Déjà Brew, Sophia's, and Copperfield's Bookstore.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Lawless (The Lawless Saga Book One).Psst! It's FREE!This week I'm reading Spell Hound (A Witch in Wolf Wood Book Two) by Lin...
2022-04-2220 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerWhat Beta Readers Are Saying About Warrior WitchIn this episode, Tarah chats all about her final round of revisions on Warrior Witch and what beta readers are saying about the book. She also gives her reaction to the Warrior Witch cover and talks about her big plans for the Witches of Mountain Shadow audiobooks.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Colony One (Book One of The Elderon Chronicles)Psst! It's FREE!This week I'm listening to Eye of Truth (Agents of the Crown Book One) by Lindsay Buroker and reading...
2022-04-1517 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerMountain Shadow Is Forever Changed (The Big Problem With the Spinoff and Its Original Characters)This week, Tarah discusses the big sticking point with the Witches of Mountain Shadow spinoff series: how to keep Fiona and Gabriel from stealing the show. She also hints at a much darker Mountain Shadow and why she's decided to nix the half-human, half-demon character Cyndel. Tarah also reveals some big decisions she's made about audiobooks and how to cope with the attention economy as an author.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Aether Witch (Witches of Mountain Shadow Book One).Psst! It's FREE!
2022-04-0831 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerMy High-Fantasy Diversion With Gabriel and Bellamy (Plus, Romulus's Forgotten Backstory)This week, Tarah reveals an important detail about Romulus that she forgot to mention in Witches of Mountain Shadow books one through five. She also discusses her high-fantasy romp in another realm with Gabriel and Bellamy and the importance of appreciating where you've been along your journey. Finally, she answers the reader question about why she stopped writing dystopian books.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Recon (Book One of The Fringe).Psst! It's FREE!This week I'm reading The Elf Tangent by...
2022-04-0123 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerDoes Holden Have a Problem? (Plus Info on the Upcoming Warrior Witch Launch!)This week, Tarah answers a listener question about Holden and his potentially problematic relationship with witches' blood. She also chats about revisions, developing the protagonist for the Witches of Mountain Shadow spinoff series, the upcoming release of Warrior Witch, and cracking the code on her baby's sleep.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Aether Witch (Witches of Mountain Shadow Book One)Psst! It's FREE!Grab your copy of the Dark Witch audiobook.This week I'm listening to Silence Fallen by Patricia...
2022-03-2518 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerTarah Reveals a Half-Human/Half-Demon Character From the Mountain Shadow Spinoff!In this episode, Tarah does a deep-dive into the process of developing one of the new main characters in the Witches of Mountain Shadow spinoff series who just happens to be a cambion. She also chats about watching Fiona struggle in the Warrior Witch edit and announces a big change for the series as a whole. Finally, she offers an unpopular opinion on a beloved fantasy novel.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Blood Ties (A Witches of Mountain Shadow prequel novella). It's a free newsletter exclusive!
2022-03-1827 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerWhich Characters Will Make a Comeback in the WoMS Spinoff?This week, Tarah chats about her avalanche of ideas for the Witches of Mountain Shadow spinoff series. She hints at the supernatural politics at play in the wake of the events in Warrior Witch and reveals which characters will return to Mountain Shadow for the new series. She also shares how her brain overload is affecting her this week and answers a reader question about vampires' spirits.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Lawless (Book One in the Lawless Saga). Psst — it's FREE!This week I'm rea...
2022-03-1124 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerWriting the Witches of Mountain Shadow Finale (Plus, What Tarah's Birth Chart Reveals About Her)This week, Tarah talks about her bittersweet experience of writing Warrior Witch — the sixth and final book in The Witches of Mountain Shadow series. She also chats about making new mom friends, the importance of listening to her intuition as an INFJ, and what her natal chart reveals about her personality.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Colony One (book one of The Elderon Chronicles). Psst — it's FREE!This week I'm reading A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas.Send your liste...
2022-03-0419 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerMy Favorite Scene and the Final Chapters of Witches of Mountain ShadowThis week, Tarah talks about writing the final chapters of the final book in Witches of Mountain Shadow! She also chats about winter in the mountains, her favorite scene in Warrior Witch, and Nelson's rabbit massacre.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Lawless (The Lawless Saga, Book 1).Recon (Book One of The Fringe) is still just 99 cents.This week I'm reading A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas.Send your listener mail to tarahbenner@gmail.com.
2022-02-2516 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerI Visited the Real-Life Mountain Shadow! (My Must-See Attractions and the People I Avoided)This week, Tarah talks about her visit to the real-life Mountain Shadow! She explains how she built a fictional town based on a real place, her must-see attractions, and the shops she avoided. She also discusses the scene in Warrior Witch she's struggled the most to write and answers the reader question, "Why did Fiona leave Salem?"Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Blood Ties (The Aether Witch prequel novella).Recon (Book One of The Fringe) is still just 99 cents.This week I'm reading...
2022-02-1819 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerIntroducing a New (Old) Vampire (Plus, Easter Eggs and Serendipity in the First Draft)This week, Tarah talks all about writing the messy middle of Warrior Witch, including the conflicting motives of all the supernatural characters, a new/old character to the series, and the special serendipity she's experienced writing the first draft. She also chats about her first time four-wheeling in the snow and whether it's better to read her prequel novellas out of order or before the main series. Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Recon (book one of The Fringe).This week I'm reading The High Mountain...
2022-02-1114 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerThe Plot Twist I Didn't See Coming (How a Trip into Werewolf Country Rewrote Warrior Witch)This week, Tarah talks about a chance encounter in Cañon City that became the impetus for a surprising twist in Warrior Witch. She also gives a behind-the-scenes look at The Witch's Fortune — the prequel novella from Fiona's perspective — and answers a reader question about aetherlings versus supernaturals who are both a witch and a hunter.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Blood Ties (A Witches of Mountain Shadow Prequel Novella)This week I'm reading The High Mountain Court by A.K. Mulford and listening to Outcas...
2022-02-0417 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerSurprise Prequel! (Fiona's Great-Great-Grandmother and the Importance of the Grimes Family Home)This week Tarah drops the bomb about a brand-new Witches of Mountain Shadow prequel novella she's writing. She reveals why the Grimes family home is so important to Mountain Shadow and explains why witches lack certain abilities that other supernaturals possess. Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Lawless (The Lawless Saga, Book 1).This week I'm listening to Outcast by Lindsey Sparks (narrated by Julia Whelan).Send your listener mail to tarahbenner@gmail.com.Connect with Tarah on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok...
2022-01-2816 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication52 - It Got Real Quick - When real life struggles hit your relationship early onThe beginning of a relationship is often a time of excitement and immense pleasure. You and your partner stay up late talking, kissing, and more! It’s almost like you can’t get enough of them. You can face the next day of work or school with little to no sleep and show up with the high of love exuding out of every pore on your body. This “honeymoon” period of love and attraction can last weeks, months, or even years. But when it ends, there can be a tremendous letdown, and suddenly the love of your life becomes human wi...
2022-01-2126 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerSpecial 'Hunter's Witch' Fireside Chat! (Gabriel's Big Feelings About His Lineage, Plus a Werewolf Biology Lesson)In this very special episode of The Writing Cabin, Tarah chats all about the big surprises in Hunter's Witch. She talks about her experience writing this transformative installment in Fiona's story and gives greater insight into Gabriel's feelings about his deceased father. She also gives a full explanation of the birds and the bees — werewolf-style.Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Aether Witch (Witches of Mountain Shadow Book One).This week I'm listening to Ink Witch by Lindsey Sparks (narrated by Julia Whelan).Send yo...
2022-01-2123 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerPsychic Messages From the Pope (Plus, Does Morgan Still Have the Hots for Gabriel?)This week on the show, Tarah talks about her new workout regimen, her slightly problematic relationship with Instagram, and plotting the messy middle of Witches of Mountain Shadow book six. She also delves deeper into Morgan's character and answers the question, "Does Morgan still love Gabriel?" Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Recon (Book One of The Fringe).Preorder Hunter's Witch (Witches of Mountain Shadow, Book Five).This week I'm reading: Inner Revolution by Robert Thurman and Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty.
2022-01-1417 minThe Writing Cabin with Tarah BennerBig Surprises in Store for the Witches (Plus, Will Wesley Ever Find Love?)In this episode, Tarah chats about the Patreon launch of Witches of Mountain Shadow book five, plotting the last book in the series, and why she hates going to the pediatrician. She also answers the reader question, "Will Wesley ever find love?"Support the books on Patreon at Tarah Benner Labs.This week's featured book: Colony One (The Elderon Chronicles Book One).Preorder Hunter's Witch (Witches of Mountain Shadow, Book Five).This week I'm reading: Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty.Send your listener mail to tarahbenner...
2022-01-0714 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication49 - Reflection and Intentions - Creating purpose with your partnerTaking an honest and empathetic yet critical look at how the past will affect the future helps couples create the loving relationship that they crave. It helps them identify the obstacles that get in the way of healthy conflict resolution. When couples lack the understanding of the roots of the discord in their relationship they get lost in destructive patterns of communication which diminishes their ability to feel intimately connected. In this episode, Tarah and EJ begin by reflecting on the fatigue and distress they have seen individuals and couples struggle with over the past y...
2021-12-3130 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication47 - Sex Love and Goop Review - Two Couples Counseling Therapists ReactionWhen a couple seeks help for their relationship, they address various topics -- communication, parenting, finances, family integration, appreciation, work/life balance, and of course, sex and intimacy. No issue is more complicated to navigate than a couple's intimate relationship. Having the ability to express love and receive love from your partner is the foundation of wellness and satisfaction in your relationship. Unfortunately, sex and intimacy are frequently where couples are most ill-equipped to communicate constructively. When couples become comfortable talking about sex, they open the door to a mutually satisfying intimate relationship where they feel loved, cherished, and...
2021-12-1728 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication45 - Surviving the Holidays Part 2Family dynamics, gift buying, finances, blended families, and holiday expectations are one of the many issues couples have to cope with in the weeks ahead. The holiday season is a time where there are added stressors and expectations. At a time when individuals want to feel deeply connected to their partner, they can easily find themselves lonely, frustrated, and unfulfilled.In this episode, Tarah and EJ take questions from their social media followers. They share strategies couples can use to stay connected and united throughout the holiday season. This episode focuses on helping couples communicate and create...
2021-12-0328 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication43 - Surviving the Holidays Part 1Family dynamics, gift buying, finances, blended families, and holiday expectations are one of the many issues couples have to cope with in the weeks ahead. The holiday season is a time where there are added stressors and expectations. At a time when individuals want to feel deeply connected to their partner, they can easily find themselves lonely, frustrated, and unfulfilled.In this episode, Tarah and EJ take questions from their social media followers. They share strategies couples can use to stay connected and united throughout the holiday season. This episode focuses on helping couples communicate and create...
2021-11-1926 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication42 - The Enjoyable and Enriching Experience of Couples Counseling - Interview with Jessie KrallThe idea of going to couples counseling can be intimidating and feel daunting. Often, couples put off seeking support until they are in a place of crisis. This complicates the process and can slow down healing because their communication has gone so far offline. When couples come to counseling preventatively or early on in their relationship, they can strengthen their relationship and avoid many damaging dynamics that leave them emotionally and intimately distant.In this episode Tarah and EJ interview Jessie Krall, a therapist at their center. Jessie shares her experience of working with couples and how...
2021-11-1230 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication41 - Are We Enjoying This? - Looking for What You Love About Your PartnerIndividuals can get so caught up in life that they take their relationships for granted. Instead of appreciating all of the ways that their partner enriches their life, they only notice moments of discomfort and disruption. If couples aren't careful they can get stuck in patterns of frustration and annoyance that pull them apart and erode their intimate connection.In this episode, Tarah and EJ discuss the importance of enjoying your relationship by noticing what is wonderful about your partner. They discuss common detrimental dynamics that couples fall into and strategies to see your partner in a...
2021-11-0322 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication39 - Emotional Triage - Taking Care of Each Other in ConflictCouples often lack the tools to navigate conflict in a healthy way. They both become emotionally activated and engage in a "war of perspectives". They desperately want to feel heard and understood, but because they are both hurt, angry and frustrated they struggle to listen and validate each other's thoughts and feelings.In this episode, Tarah and EJ discuss Emotional Triage, a strategy that can be employed during difficult moments which helps couples remain emotionally connected and build confidence in their ability to resolve conflict.This is one of many tools Tarah and EJ teach...
2021-10-2234 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication38 - Recovery's Impact on Relationship - Interview with Dean AndersonMore than half of all adults have a family history of alcoholism or problem drinking. More than 7 million children live in a household where at least one parent is dependent on or has abused alcohol. Alcohol abuse can be a significant cause of relationship stress. It is essential to understand the impact problem drinking has on your individual and relationship wellness.In this episode Tarah and EJ interview Dean Anderson (author, executive, husband, and father). Dean discusses the impact alcohol had on him as an individual and partner. He shares his road to recovery, and the significant...
2021-10-1539 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication37 - It's a Long Game - Individual Growth in Your RelationshipRelationships improve when each individual commits to facing their challenges and growing as a person. By committing to personal growth and learning to support your partner in their development you create the possibility for a long-lasting healthy relationship.In this episode, Tarah and EJ discuss realistic expectations of the pace of change in yourself and your partner. They share challenges they face in their relationship and what they have learned both as a couple and as therapists about how to create the atmosphere most supportive of individual growth which enriches a relationship.Together Tarah and...
2021-10-0826 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication35 - Smooth Transitions - Learning to Navigate Change TogetherIn our years of working with couples in counseling, it has become clear that when couples go through changes that this often destabilizes them. Often couples find themselves feeling separate and frustrated with one another and have no idea how this happened. The truth is that individuals have very different ways in which they cope with change and when their instinctual responses to change do not line up then problems arise.In this episode, Tarah and EJ explore the different life transitions couples face. They discuss the reasons why transitions can be difficult for couples and provide...
2021-09-1730 min
The Source ConnectionEmbodimentAfter Tarah guides us deeper to ourselves in our beginning meditation, we dive straight into some underwear trivia! Liz and Tarah continue the vibe exploring womb work, gender identity (and the separation it leads to), women's sexual power, and how connected each of them feels to being a woman. This inevitably leads to the topic of aging with love and joy and questioning how worthy most women feel to be their vibrant selves. We end with tapping into non-physical experiences and how this is part of the embodiment of our full multi-dimensional selves. Share with...
2021-09-1150 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication31 - Don't Keep It in a Box - Relationship Challenges for military vets, law enforcement, and first respondersTarah and EJ interview Liz Montgomery, Psy D.Dr. Liz is a military vet and therapist specializing in trauma and its' effect on relationships. They discuss the culture of the military, law enforcement, and first responders and how the skills they develop in their occupation often cause trouble for them in their intimate relationships. Individuals in these fields often struggle to connect with and communicate in a vulnerable way with their partners. They compartmentalize their emotions and can become frustrated and overwhelmed in emotionally challenging situations. They discuss barriers to treatment and provide guidance in finding the...
2021-07-2326 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication30 - Benefit of the Doubt - Expecting the best (not the worst) from your partnerOften times couples begin to expect the worst of their partner. They assume that even in the most simple interactions there are hidden or negative feelings. In this episode, Tarah and EJ explore why couples struggle to give each other The Benefit of the Doubt. They explore how this dynamic develops in long-term relationships and the consequences when it is not addressed. They also help couples develop ways to address this dynamic in order to feel more deeply connected.Tarah and EJ also offer an at-home program for Couples seeking to build a better relationship....
2021-07-0927 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication29 - Offense vs. Defense - Communicating in Frustrating MomentsIn this episode Tarah and EJ asked their social media audience to provide statements that create conflict in their relationship. They take each of these statements and share ways to communicate them in a way that is more hearable to your partner. Often couples struggle to communicate there frustrations in a kind, loving and honest way. Their message which is lost in their delivery. A vulnerable or even loving desire for connection is completely obscured by their inability to express their feelings. Tarah and EJ attempt to normalize habitual patterns of communication that many couples struggle with.
2021-06-2527 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication28 - Acceptance vs. Resignation - A Healthy Approach to StrugglesIn this episode, Tarah and EJ discuss a healthy approach to the normal struggles that couples face in their relationship. In all relationships, there are challenging dynamics that can only be resolved through intentional effort over a longer period of time. This mindset creates an atmosphere where a couple can avoid falling into feelings of resentment and despair which can pull them apart and create new obstacles to a deep and loving connection. They share strategies that support couples in staying committed to personal and relational growth.Tarah and EJ have are relationship experts...
2021-06-1126 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication27 - Couples Counseling Success Story - Interview with Mike and KatieIn this episode Tarah and EJ interview Mike and Katie, a couple who went through their Relationship Renovation program over a year ago. The four of them discuss the process of couples counseling. Mike and Katie share the positive shifts they experienced in couples counseling and how their relatioTarah and EJ have are relationship experts who help couples understand the underlying individual issues that often lead to struggles within the relationship. They normalize the ups and downs of relationships and offer tools to support healthy communication and individual growth.Tarah and EJ's goal is...
2021-05-2836 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication26 - Crisis Averted - Healthy Conflict ResolutionIn this episode, Tarah and EJ dissect a recent conflict that they had and how they found a healthy resolution that led to increased confidence in their ability to solve problems together. They explore common pitfalls that they and many couples fall into in emotionally activated moments.Tarah and EJ have are relationship experts who help couples understand the underlying individual issues that often lead to struggles within the relationship. They normalize the ups and downs of relationships and offer tools to support healthy communication and individual growth.Our...
2021-05-1413 min
Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication25 - Relationship Renovation at HomeIn this episode, Tarah and EJ share their new online program for couples, Relationship Renovation at Home.Our goal is to create a safe environment where couples explore their feelings and grow together. By establishing clear, honest, and compassionate communication, we help strengthen or rebuild the foundation of your relationship.Relationship Renovation at home is designed for couples facing struggles in their relationship and couples who want to strengthen their relationship. Relationship Renovation at home gives couples the tools to communicate in a healthier way and strengthen their intimate...
2021-04-3015 min