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Reigniting the Spark: Dr. Bruce Chalmer on Communication, Healing, and Intimacy in Relationships

Reigniting the Spark: Dr. Bruce Chalmer on Communication, Healing, and Intimacy in Relationships

Update: 2025-11-19
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Caroline Biesalski introduces Dr. Bruce Chalmer and his book "Reigniting the Spark," setting the stage for a discussion on real issues in couples communication. Dr. Chalmer emphasizes the importance of goodwill and "closed captioning" in relationships, and explores healing from betrayal through forgiveness and the "oh shit moment." The conversation delves into intimacy and stability, contrasting intimacy with integrity, and Dr. Chalmer shares insights from co-hosting a podcast with his wife. He discusses his online presence and future projects before wrapping up with the seven words of the podcast. Caroline reflects on the episode, encourages listeners to follow and subscribe, and concludes with a special offer.

(0:00 ) Introduction to Dr. Bruce Chalmer and his book "Reigniting the Spark"
(1:10 ) Introduction of Dr. Bruce Chalmer and the real issues in couples communication
(3:31 ) The importance of goodwill and "closed captioning" in relationships
(5:44 ) Healing from betrayal: Forgiveness and the "oh shit moment"
(10:28 ) Exploring intimacy and stability in relationships
(16:08 ) Intimacy vs. Integrity and co-hosting a podcast with his wife
(21:42 ) Dr. Bruce Chalmer's online presence and future projects
(23:43 ) Final thoughts and conclusion with the seven words of the podcast
(24:26 ) Caroline's reflections, encouragement to follow and subscribe
(25:05 ) Outro and special offer for listeners
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Reigniting the Spark: Dr. Bruce Chalmer on Communication, Healing, and Intimacy in Relationships

Reigniting the Spark: Dr. Bruce Chalmer on Communication, Healing, and Intimacy in Relationships

Caroline Biesalski