Couch Potato Coach, LLC

08/19/2023

Have you ever struggled to do the things you know you should do? Then this podcast episode is for you. I talk about how I finally figured out how to get myself up early every day after struggling with it for decades. Check out the latest episode of the Couch Potato Coach Podcast.

08/18/2023

04/12/2023

In my latest podcast I talked about my commitment to healing. I’ll be sharing some of the practices that I use and find to be highly effective. Unless you change your internal landscape, it can be near impossible to change your external experience. Healing from the inside out is necessary if you want to experience yourself differently.

What to yell at your kids less? Heal the inside. Want your boss to respect you at work? Heal the inside. Want to experience more intimacy in your relationships? Heal the inside. Want to deal with less anxiety in your daily life? Heal the inside. Want to….you get the idea…

03/29/2023

New Podcast is out!

Trigger warning: The content in this episode includes su***de. If you would rather not hear about that subject, please be kind to yourself and skip this one. National Su***de hotline: 1-800-273-8255 or Text 988.
Spoiler Alert: Content from Season 2 of Ted Lasso is talked about in this episode.

Last episode I talked about my process for slowing my life down and taking time for reflection every January. I wanted to share the result of that process and what my intention is for 2023. I shared why I think this process is so helpful given the way our society is structured. My word for 2023 is heal and I wanted to be honest about why healing is a priority for me. I couldn't do that without sharing my struggles and just how bad things got in my internal world. I found it challenging to write about su***de and at the same time, I'm profoundly proud of myself for being brave and choosing to trust you all with my story. I'm hoping that it will accomplish 2 things. 1) People may get a better understanding of what it can look like to struggle with mental health. 2) People who are struggling right now in silence, will feel seen.

03/16/2023

Are you mentally fit?

We're all well-informed about all of the benefits that come from physical exercise and keeping our bodies in good shape. But what about when it comes to being mentally fit? What does that even mean?

In a nutshell, it means that when you encounter challenging situations, your brain is powerful enough to remain in the part of it that is able to think clearly, creatively, and with a positive mindset.

If you are interested in increasing your mental fitness and all of the benefits that go along with it - enhanced performance, better relationships, and overall happiness - then sign up for my next mental fitness workshop. This program is designed to fit into the busiest schedule and lasts for 8 weeks.

More information is on my website - couchpotatocoachllc.com
Or feel free to shoot me a message on here.

Spots are limited so don't delay. March 31st is the deadline!

I help couples model healthy financial habits to their children. My program allows couples to gain clarity about their financial standing and learn healthy communication techniques. This facilitates the elimination of financial conflict within your relationship. It allows you to model a healthy rela...

03/02/2023

For years I told myself that I could be happy with my partner if only he would change. I would criticize him - (after all, no reasonable human being leaves their dirty dishes on top of the dishwasher instead of taking the extra 4 seconds to put them inside…). I would remain defensiveness whenever he would bring up a complaint about my behavior. After all - I am a perfect saint. I would nag and badger him to do more. After all - I did bear the children. Vacuuming the downstairs was the least he could do to repay the favor.

What did all of this bring me? Disconnection, frustration, hopelessness, and eventually despair.

What changed this dynamic? ME. I changed my own behavior and thoughts and suddenly the entire dynamic between us was different. There was connection and hope.

Turn the focus on what you can control. Your own behavior and you will be amazed at how different you feel.

*Disclaimer - this only applies to a healthy relationship where both partners feel safe.

03/01/2023

No one want to feel disconnected from their partner. It can be easy to feel that way when disagreements about money and finances arise. Like you’ll never be on the same page. Or maybe the topic is too scary so you let your partner handle it all even though that means you don’t really know what goes on.

Unfortunately, humans aren’t wired to be able to snap our fingers and suddenly be different people. (Wouldn’t that be nice? Sign me up for finger-snapping change any day of the week!)

That’s why I came up with my 3 step system for reconnection with your partner and clarity around your finances. I help couples align their financial goals. It takes time and practice to implement a new set a habits that encourages connection with your partner. My system is based in science and I use evidence-based practices that reduce the conflict in your relationship. I was most interested in what worked and things that even the most busy person could implement into their daily lives. I believe in it so much, I guarantee the results.

Reach out if you’re interested in a free discovery call to learn more.

11/04/2022

I personally love the 4 horseman because they alert me that the conversation usually needs a pause or at the minimum, a reset. I didn’t realize being defensive was a bad thing until it was spelled out this way.

Over 5 decades of research, Dr. John Gottman identified four patterns of behavior that are particularly challenging to relationships. These Four Horsemen can create difficulties when they ride into communication, but there are thankfully antidotes that you can implement. This month's free download gives you descriptions of the Four Horsemen, their antidotes, and examples. Subscribe to Love Notes to get it today — or if you're already a subscriber, check your inbox!