Parenthood & Partnership with Takisha Brooks
Marriage Made Easier
Still & Co.
4.7 • 869 Ratings
🗓️ 20 January 2025
⏱️ 43 minutes
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Summary
In this episode, we sit down with Takisha Brooks, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, to discuss the emotional and relational challenges many couples face after having children. From the loss of intimacy and identity to the strain of unequal distribution of responsibilities, Takisha offers compassionate insights and practical strategies to help couples reconnect and thrive.
We dive into the common struggles that parenthood brings, including how to foster healthy communication, navigate shifting roles, and rekindle the spark in your relationship. With her relatable approach and solution-focused strategies, Takisha provides actionable advice for building a stronger partnership while balancing the demands of family life.
Whether you’re new parents or seasoned ones looking to strengthen your bond, this episode is packed with valuable guidance to help you feel more connected and supported. Don’t miss this empowering conversation!
Explore more Takisha's resources for couples here: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/takisha-brooks-chicago-il/1012643
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Transcript
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| 0:00.0 | This episode of Marriage Made Easier is brought to you by connecting, the app that literally makes marriage easier. |
| 0:06.0 | Building a life with someone is one of the most rewarding things you can do, but if we're being real, it's also one of the hardest. |
| 0:13.0 | Ooh, child, don't we know. |
| 0:14.0 | No, I know, you don't know. It's been a breeze for you. |
| 0:18.0 | But just look at the divorce rate. |
| 0:20.0 | Most of us were never taught how to navigate |
| 0:22.1 | the challenges of marriage. Between everyday stress, spouses like Asha, financial pressure, |
| 0:28.2 | parenting struggles and communication breakdown, it's easy to feel like you're stuck in a cycle |
| 0:32.8 | of frustration. And while therapy can be life-changing for a lot of people, it's not always accessible. |
| 0:38.3 | It can be expensive, costing hundreds of dollars per session, time-consuming, and it doesn't always fit the realities of your life. |
| 0:46.3 | Yeah, that's where Connecting comes in. Connecting gives you the tools to navigate the challenges of relationships with confidence. |
| 0:52.3 | With 24-7 guidance, you can ask for advice any time and receive personalized insights and |
| 0:57.6 | actionable steps to help you grow, both as an individual and as a partner. |
| 1:02.0 | It's like having a relationship counselor in your pocket. |
| 1:04.3 | And we need that. |
| 1:05.1 | We needed that like four or five years ago because I should be true. |
| 1:08.8 | It's always accessible, completely judgment-free, and designed to fit into your life. |
| 1:14.1 | Visit connecting.com. |
| 1:15.8 | That's k-I-N-E-C-T-I-N.com to sign up for the wait list and to try one of the |
| 1:21.8 | assessments to learn more about yourself and your relationship. |
| 1:25.1 | Your journey towards a happier, easier marriage starts today. |
| 1:37.0 | Welcome to Marriage Made Easier, where we help couples create healthy, meaningful, and long-lasting |
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