Ep. 6 - The Power of Connection: Weekly Check Ins for a Happier Home with Liz Kent

In this episode of Destress the Nest, host Hannah Morgan chats with therapist and mom coach Liz Kent about the importance of proactive communication in relationships, particularly for parents managing the mental load. Liz shares a key tip from her own marriage: having a weekly check-in with your partner to align, reconnect, and practice gratitude. She details how this practice has helped her family thrive, and offers insights on how listeners can implement a similar routine in their own homes.

Key Takeaways:

1. Weekly Check-ins: Set a dedicated time each week to have a proactive discussion about family dynamics, challenges, and gratitude with your partner. This helps maintain alignment and reduces stress in managing the household.
2. Consistency Matters: Liz and her husband have kept their check-in every Wednesday night for seven years, showing how consistency can create a positive rhythm that benefits the whole family.
3. Gratitude as a Key Component: Incorporating gratitude into these meetings helps you stay mindful of the positives in your relationship and family life, fostering a deeper connection and appreciation.
4. Side-by-Side Conversations: Sitting side-by-side, rather than face-to-face, can make these discussions feel less formal and more comfortable, allowing for open, honest communication.

Quotes from the Episode:

• “One of the biggest things that couples don’t do is set a time to talk proactively about what's going on in their families.”
• “Having a weekly check-in allows for space to bring up things that you might be concerned about, or just want to get on the same page.”
• “Gratitude is such a big part of our check-ins, it keeps us grounded in the positives.”
• “Sitting side-by-side, like in the car or on the bed, makes the conversation feel less vulnerable and more open.”

Resources Mentioned:

• Liz Kent's Facebook group: Mental Load Mastery for Moms
• Liz Kent on Instagram: @lizkentcoaching
• Heron House Management (Podcast Sponsor): heronhousemanagement.com

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