Road of Life Podcast Episode 61

Are you secretly sabotaging your relationships without even realizing it?

In this episode of The Road of Life Podcast, we dive into the sneaky ways uncommunicated expectations wreak havoc on marriages, friendships, and even everyday interactions.

From airplane etiquette to family holiday dynamics, we all create invisible rules for others to follow—and then feel resentful when they don't. But what if the key to more joy and less frustration is letting go of those expectations entirely?

• Why unspoken expectations set you (and others) up for failure.
• The connection between uncommunicated expectations and resentment.
• How to stop arguing with reality and embrace what is.
• Why forgiveness (for others and yourself) is essential for peace.
• Practical steps to let go of expectations and stop disappointment in its tracks.

We also share insights from the transformative book Loving What Is by Byron Katie, which has helped countless people reframe their thinking and take control of their emotions.

If you're ready to stop being disappointed by the people around you and start living with more peace, this episode is for you.

Take the first step toward happiness today—and don’t forget to share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!

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Road of Life Podcast Episode 60

As the holiday season approaches, life can feel like a whirlwind of family gatherings, school performances, and endless to-do lists. In this episode of the Road of Life Podcast, we dive deep into the art of staying connected amidst the holiday busy-ness.

We share really practical strategies to strengthen the connection, even when time is tight and you're being pulled in 100 different directions. We talk about how to:

• Carve out quality moments together
• Feel connected through simple questions
• Engage in weekly connection conversations that align your visions and support each other’s needs
• Trigger feelings of appreciation anytime you need them

With the busy holiday season often creating more stress and disconnection, this episode offers essential tools to help you and your partner not just survive, but thrive together.

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Road of Life Podcast Episode 59

Who’s responsible for your happiness?

This episode dives into one of the biggest myths about relationships—the idea that it’s someone else’s job to make you happy. We explore:

• How this flawed belief sets relationships up for failure.
• Why expecting your partner to “fix” your happiness is unfair (to both of you).
• Ways to take ownership of your own joy.

We share personal stories, practical tips, and a few hard truths about happiness being an inside job. Think gratitude, self-reflection, and figuring out what really fills your cup.

You’ll also learn:

• The pressures we put on our partners and how unrealistic expectations can lead to resentment.
• Why finding happiness starts with YOU, not your spouse.
• Four simple, actionable tips to boost your happiness daily.

If you’ve ever felt like something was missing in your relationship or wondered why happiness feels so fleeting, this episode is for you.

It’s time to rethink how we approach happiness—both individually and as a couple.

Listen now, and maybe even share it with your partner. Trust us, this is the conversation every couple needs to have.

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