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Guiding a positive redesign in the relationship we have with our partner and ourselves. Offering tools, strategies and personal insights to bring your relationship from barely surviving to thriving.
We are Michael and Amy, your couples connection coaches.
Our mission is to help relationships to THRIVE again!
A bit about us...
We met in 2005 and married in 2009, welcomed two children in 2010 and 2012. Our relationship has had many ups and downs since we first met.
- Mental breakdowns from work overload
- Massive stresses from a premature baby
- Scare with ovarian cancer
- Dealing with financial pressures
- Not knowing ourselves!
This led us to experiencing:
- A communication breakdown
- Arguments and not understanding each other
- Living separately under one roof
- Exhaustion!
This podcast is for couples and singles who want to unlock their relationship potential using a conscious and holistic approach that brought us back to a state of beautiful harmony.
One of the basic human needs is to feel LOVE and CONNECTION but our modern life has led us to feel disconnected and isolated more than ever before.
This podcast is all about helping you to RECONNECT as a couple at a deeper, more meaningful, soul level.
Now, both working as coaches we share insights, client breakthroughs and personal stories to move your relationships from barely surviving to absolutely thriving!
www.michaelandamy.com.au
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What if the life that proves you’re winning is the same life that’s quietly draining the colour from your home, your body, and your heart? We invited our friend of 20 years, Andrew Boniface—dad to twin girls and former helicopter pilot—to share how the grind he once wore with pride became an addiction to stress that cost him his marriage and nearly his sense of self. His story isn’t polished; it’s honest. And in that honesty sits a map for any man who suspects constant urgency has replaced re...
Ever wondered why “I want sex” often really means “I want to feel close”? We open up about the different meanings men and women attach to intimacy and how those hidden needs—safety, reassurance, being desired, and presence—shape desire more than timing or technique ever could. Starting with our simple P.I.E. check‑in (physical, intellectual, emotional), we show how everyday connection becomes the quiet foreplay that makes intimacy feel natural instead of pressured. We talk honestly about mis...
A sink full of dishes isn’t just a chore—it’s a crossroads. We unpack why couples keep fighting about the same small things and reveal the bigger pattern underneath: a cycle of criticism, defensiveness, and withdrawal that quietly erodes trust. Drawing on two decades together and hands-on work with couples, we break down a real-life moment—one partner needing order to relax, the other needing a short break to reset—and show how mismatched needs create stories like “you don’t care” or “you con...
Have you and your partner drifted into feeling more like roommates than lovers? You're not alone. That feeling of disconnection—where conversations revolve around logistics rather than love—can creep into even the strongest relationships. In this heartfelt episode, we open up about our own journey through the "roommate phase" and how it nearly derailed our marriage. We share the painful reality of feeling isolated despite sharing a home, the resentment that built as Michael retreated into wo...
Have you ever felt like you're hiding parts of yourself in your relationship? The masks men wear create an illusion of safety while preventing the deep connection they truly desire. Drawing from personal experience and years of working with men, I reveal the five most common masks that sabotage relationships: The Rock (unshakable, reliable, never showing weakness), The Machine (constantly producing, linking worth to achievement), The Nice Guy (avoiding conflict, putting everyone else first),...
What happens when the feminine awakens but the masculine hasn't caught up? Emily Robinson, soul journey mentor and founder of Intuitive Parents Intuitive Kids, takes us on a profound exploration of relationship evolution that goes far beyond typical communication advice. After experiencing burnout and a rare cancer diagnosis, Emily completely transformed her family's life—even traveling Australia for three years while homeschooling her children. Through this journey, she developed powerful i...
Ever feel like you and your partner are speaking different languages? You're not alone. A staggering 91% of couples report dissatisfaction with their communication. But what if the problem isn't how you're communicating, but what critical information is missing? This eye-opening episode challenges the common belief that couples primarily struggle with communication. Through a compelling real-life example, we reveal how assumptions create false narratives that damage relationships. When a hus...
Ever wondered why people cheat? The truth might surprise you. In this eye-opening exploration of infidelity, we uncover a startling revelation: men and women betray their partners for fundamentally different reasons. Men typically cheat to stay in their relationships. Sounds contradictory, doesn't it? Yet our experience with countless couples reveals that men often seek external validation when feeling inadequate within themselves. They love their families and don't want to leave—they're att...
What if your relationship struggles were actually doorways to deeper connection? Aaron and Greer, the heart behind Intimacy for Couples, dive deep into what truly transforms relationships from mundane to transformational. Their journey began unconventionally—as friends for a year before romance entered the picture, allowing them to establish radical honesty without the expectations and attachments that often complicate partnerships. When they finally came together romantically, Aaron was thr...
Ever wondered why breakups hurt so physically and mentally? There's real science behind your post-breakup brain fog – studies show your IQ can temporarily drop by up to 25% during heartbreak! Breakup coach Janice Formichella joins us for an eye-opening conversation about the neuroscience of heartbreak and how ending a relationship can become a catalyst for profound personal transformation. Drawing from her own journey from Mormon marriage to domestic violence survivor to empowered coach, Jan...
Have you ever wondered what transforms a struggling relationship into a thriving partnership? In this raw and vulnerable conversation, Michael and Amy share their journey from disconnected partners to heart-led relationship coaches who now guide other couples through their darkest moments. Their story begins like many others – following society's prescribed path of marriage, homeownership, and children without questioning deeper meaning. As Michael pushed himself in his paramedic career and ...
Feeling more like flatmates than lovers? You're not alone. That gradual drift from passionate partners to practical co-managers happens in countless relationships—and it happened to us too. The statistics paint a stark picture: only 9% of couples feel satisfied with their communication, and emotional disengagement predicts divorce better than conflict does. Contrary to what many believe, relationships don't typically end because of explosive arguments but because partners stop turning toward...
What if the key to deeper relationships begins with your relationship to yourself? In this transformative conversation with heart-led mentor Melissa Thompson, we explore how intentionality and self-alignment form the foundation for authentic connection with others. Drawing from over two decades in the wellbeing and transformation space, including founding and leading a Steiner School for ten years, Melissa shares practical wisdom about developing self-leadership in our rapidly changing world...
Relationship storms hit every couple. The real test isn't whether you argue, but how you rebuild in the aftermath. If you've ever found yourself smoothing things over with a quick "I'm sorry" or makeup sex without actually addressing what happened, you're not alone – but you're also not building lasting trust. In this revealing conversation, we unpack why most couples get stuck in harmful cycles after conflicts. We distinguish between rehashing (going over every detail and assigning blame) a...
Feeling disconnected from your partner despite living under the same roof? The solution might be simpler than you think. We share a powerful five-minute relationship check-in ritual that has transformed our connection and that of countless couples we've worked with. When relationships hit rough patches, we often overcomplicate the solution, seeing our partner as "the problem" and cycling through the same arguments. But frequently, the missing piece isn't complex – it's about prioritisation, ...
Entrepreneurial couples face unique challenges as they navigate the complex terrain of mixing business with pleasure, creating potential ticking time bombs in their relationship unless key issues are addressed. • Separating work from love: Business conversations can easily invade personal time, transforming partners into co-workers at home • Power struggles and role confusion: Working together amplifies existing relationship dynamics and creates confusion about decision-making authorit...
The moment your partner announces they're unhappy—or worse, that they want to leave—can feel like the ground has disappeared beneath your feet. But what if these "sudden" announcements aren't sudden at all? In this deeply insightful episode, relationship coach Michael unpacks the four hidden reasons women walk away from men, often leaving them shocked and confused. Drawing from years of experience working with couples in crisis, Michael explains how men frequently develop blind spots while f...
Join us in a thought-provoking conversation with Laura, an esteemed psychologist and sexologist, as we probe into the often-overlooked interplay between psychological well-being and sexual health. This episode confronts the stigma that surrounds discussions of intimacy and sexuality while exploring effective communication techniques to foster deeper connections in romantic relationships. Laura shares invaluable insights from her extensive experience, highlighting how societal norms and person...
Traditional marriage counseling often scratches the surface of relationship issues, leaving deeper-rooted problems unresolved. We've lived through the frustrations of ineffective therapy sessions, and in our latest episode, we promise to share a revolutionary perspective that can truly transform your relationship dynamics. We challenge the conventional methods that focus on surface-level conversations and instead, dive into the heart of control dynamics and the lasting impact of past family e...
Unlock the secrets to transforming your relationship from surviving to thriving by rekindling emotional and physical intimacy. Discover how emotional disconnection can turn physical intimacy into a mere obligation and learn strategies to reignite the desire. We'll share insights from the Gottman Institute on balancing safety and mystery in relationships, helping you create a secure environment where intimacy can flourish. Through our own experiences of overcoming career pressures and family r...
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