Healing

#170: Speaking Your Truth: The First Step to Healing Conversations in Relationships (Part Two) Overview: Have you ever found yourself lying awake at night, pondering, “Why don’t we talk anymore?” In the silence that has crept into your relationship, there’s a longing for the days when conversations flowed effortlessly, and your hearts felt undeniably close.…

#169: From Arguments to Understanding: Transforming Our Communication In Relationships (Part One) Overview: Feeling utterly alone even when you’re just inches away from your partner is a heart-wrenching reality many of us face.  It’s like shouting into a void, desperately hoping for an echo, only to be met with silence. This profound sense of disconnection,…

#168: When Trust Falls Apart: A Journey from Betrayal to Healing Overview: Have you ever felt the ground give way beneath you when trust is shattered? “I don’t trust you anymore” – these five words can mark the beginning of a heart-wrenching journey through doubt and pain. But what if it could also mark the…

#167: You Asked: Real Answers to Your Questions on Space in Relationships Overview: In the dance of love, the steps aren’t always in sync. Are you and your partner finding yourselves on a tightrope, balancing the need for closeness with the necessity of space? Welcome to Love Shack Live, a sanctuary for those standing at…

#166: The Intimacy Gap: Topaz Adizes Unveils the 12 Questions That Transform Love Overview: Do you feel a growing emotional gap in your relationship, a sense that the deep, intimate connection you once shared is slipping away? In the hustle of daily life, it’s easy to find ourselves longing for a bond that goes beyond…

#165: Feeling Alone Together: How Unspoken Expectations Are Speaking Volumes in Your Relationship Overview: Are you waking up each day, feeling like you’re walking on eggshells, sharing a home but not a life with your partner? The reality for many of us is a relationship filled with daily conflicts and a growing emotional gap, where…

#164: Stuck in “Should I Stay or Go?” A Guide Out of Relationship Limbo Overview: Do you find yourself trapped in the relentless tug-of-war between staying and leaving, caught in a cycle of conflict and emotional distance that seems insurmountable? You are not alone. This episode of Love Shack Live is a beacon for those standing…

#163: Why Is My Partner Distant? Understanding Emotional Space in Relationships Overview: In the quiet moments of a relationship, when your partner asks for space, do you find yourself adrift in a sea of uncertainty, your heart anchored in worry while life relentlessly moves on? If you’re standing at a relationship crossroads, facing the chasm…

#162: Behind Closed Doors: A Divorce Mediator’s Secrets to Avoiding Relationship Breakdown Overview: Ever wonder why some relationships stand the test of time, while others crumble? Welcome to this week’s insightful episode of Love Shack Live, where we delve into the delicate yet powerful dynamics of love and partnership. I’m Staci Bartley, alongside my cohost and…

#161: The Cost of Waiting: The Hidden Impact of Ignoring Relationship Issues Overview: In the quiet aftermath of a plea for space, many of us find ourselves at a relationship crossroads, questioning the unspoken needs and silent cries for attention we’ve overlooked. Welcome to Love Shack Live, a sanctuary for navigating the complexities of love…