The Beauty of Connection

Melissa shared her wisdom, emphasizing that building a strong, beautiful, and healthy connection with your spouse is a journey for both new and seasoned couples. We unpacked common struggles like communication and conflict resolution, offering heartfelt advice on how to remedy and even preempt these challenges.

Proactive Partnership

Melissa surprised us with a compelling statistic: couples often wait six years from noticing a problem to seeking professional help—far too long! She encourages us not to be “average” and instead to actively invest in our relationships. Seeking healing and growth proactively is a gift to ourselves and our marriages.

Building Intimacy with SPICE

Ever heard of SPICE? Melissa introduced this gem—a tool assessing Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual, Communicative, and Emotional intimacy within our marriages. It’s a fantastic starting point for understanding where we connect well and where we might need a little more love and attention.

Love Languages Revisited

We also circled back to the good ol’ love languages. Yes, they may seem basic, but they hold profound importance in nurturing a thriving partnership. Rediscover and revisit these languages to keep the passion alive in your relationship!

Four Points of Daily Connection

Melissa shared a simple yet transformative tip: focus on four key moments daily—waking up, parting ways, reuniting, and bedtime. Making these connections intentional can revolutionize the quality of your relationship, even if it’s just a hug or heartfelt eye contact.

Embracing Natural Family Planning (NFP)

As a Creighton Model FertilityCare Practitioner, Melissa passionately explained how NFP fosters deeper emotional and physical intimacy by promoting teamwork and communication between spouses. It’s all about understanding and supporting each other, sparking that honeymoon effect repeatedly throughout your marriage!

Navigating Parenthood

We touched on the impact of children on marriage, recognizing the common feeling of disconnection as we shift focus to our little ones. Melissa’s Marriage Connection Challenge for New Parents is a perfect resource for rekindling that precious bond.

The Importance of Date Nights

Date nights are more than just a canvas for love—they’re a chance to consciously invest in your marriage. Whether a glamorous dinner out or a cozy evening in, they’re vital in keeping the spark alive.

Marvel at the Everyday

In conclusion, celebrate the everyday moments with your spouse. Choose to appreciate the little things, embrace imperfections, and cherish each shared smile. Remember, you have more control over your feelings than you think—you can choose joy and connection.

I hope this episode leaves you feeling inspired and encouraged. May you step back into your marriage with excitement and a toolbox full of practical, heartfelt ways to deepen your connection. For those interested in more, you can find Melissa on Instagram or dive into her array of insightful resources, like the Marriage Connection Challenge or communication skills basics coming soon. Until next time, may His praise ever be on your lips.

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Melissa’s Links

– 25 Questions for Better Connection (Freebie): melissa-tablada-s-school.teachable.com/p/questions-for-better-connection 

– 14 Day Marriage Connection Challenge (Discount code EVERBE for 15% off): melissa-tablada-s-school.teachable.com/p/marriage-connection-challenge

– Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/melissagracetablada/

– Inquire about services: https://www.melissagracetablada.com/contact

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