Have you ever shared a private story about your partner only to see their face fall—or worse, feel their trust in you quietly shift? It often starts innocently. You’re laughing with friends, trying to connect, and you mention something your partner did or said. It doesn’t feel like a big deal in the moment, but […]
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Navigating the emotional landscape of marriage is no small feat—but when in-laws enter the mix, things can quickly become more complicated. In our latest episode of the Roadmap to Secure Love podcast, we dive deep into the delicate process of in law conflict resolution and how couples can protect their bond without cutting off family
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When most people think about relationship health, they picture romance, connection, and maybe a little bit of conflict resolution. But one of the quietest—and most powerful—forces shaping your partnership is something far less discussed: shared decision making. In the latest episode of the Roadmap to Secure Love podcast, Kim and Kyle take on this rarely
In this powerful episode of the Roadmap to Secure Love podcast, Dr. Kimberly Castelo and Kyle Benson explore one of the most delicate, yet essential, topics for couples: sexual intimacy. While many couples may believe they are aligned on this subject, the truth is that unspoken expectations and assumptions about sexual intimacy can quietly erode
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When we say “I do,” we rarely imagine that “I’m done” might one day follow. Yet for many couples, divorce becomes the reality after years of trying, therapy, sacrifice, and hope. In a recent episode of the Roadmap to Secure Love podcast, therapists Dr. Kimberly Castelo and Kyle Benson dive deep into one of the
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Have you ever found yourself in a loving, secure relationship—but still feeling anxious, on edge, or unable to fully trust? Maybe your partner is kind, consistent, and emotionally available, yet you’re waiting for the other shoe to drop. If so, you’re not alone. In this episode of the Roadmap to Secure Love podcast, therapists Kimberly
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Healing communication when one partner says “no” to intimacy Talking about sex in a committed relationship can feel like walking into emotionally charged territory. For many couples, the conversation around intimacy is loaded with vulnerability, fear of rejection, or past pain. That’s why in the latest episode of the Roadmap to Secure Love podcast, certified
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We all want passion, connection, and joy in our intimate relationships—but what happens when sex becomes boring? It’s a vulnerable question. One that’s difficult to ask out loud, especially with someone you love deeply. In the latest episode of the Roadmap to Secure Love podcast, therapists Kimberly Castelo and Kyle Benson explore how to talk
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In a world full of distractions, expectations, and emotional overwhelm, one of the hardest things we can do is trust ourselves. In the latest episode of the Roadmap to Secure Love podcast, hosts Kimberly Castelo and Kyle Benson take a deep dive into what it really means to trust yourself—and why this simple concept is
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Have you ever been in a conversation with your partner when suddenly, your emotions take over? Your heart starts racing, your thoughts become scattered, and before you know it, you’re either lashing out or shutting down. This overwhelming response is called emotional flooding, and it’s one of the most common reasons conflicts escalate in relationships.
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