EP 23 Over Dinner: Evolving Conversations- What’s New & What to Expect!

Summary

In this episode of Over Dinner, hosts Jarrod and Dr. Nikki discuss their journey of personal growth and its impact on their relationship. They reflect on the importance of self-work in navigating marriage and parenting, emphasizing that personal development is crucial for healthy dynamics. The conversation also introduces the podcast's new format, focusing on individual experiences and therapy insights, aiming to provide relatable and authentic discussions about the human experience.

Takeaways

• We're not experts, just two people working on ourselves.

• The realization was that personal work is essential for relationship growth.

• Self-responsibility is key to personal and relational development.

• Parenting brings out unresolved childhood issues.

• Continuous self-discovery is vital in partnerships.

• There is no one right way to personal growth.

• Experiencing challenges helps define what you truly want.

• Striving for personal bests enhances marital dynamics.

• The podcast will focus on individual and couple experiences.

• Authenticity in conversations is crucial for connection.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and New Beginnings

08:49 Realizations About Personal Growth and Relationships

19:09 The Importance of Self-Work in Relationships '

31:04 The Podcast's New Format and Future Directions

Link to episode

EP 23 on Apple Podcasts

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