The Sibling Trap

Coming from two different ends of the spectrum, how are we navigating co-parenting?Barry has a few years ahead of Katrina in this category, and he shares a bit about a recent revelation of how far he’s come with his ex.Katrina is just starting this co-parenting journey as she’s in the middle of a divorce.How can you focus on respectful communication daily and during certain cir

The very heated debate of man vs. bear has led us to today's episode.Women are sharing about why they would feel more comfortable seeing and being alone with a bear in the woods than with a random man in the woods.But I propose a question to Barry and put him on the spot by asking what he is doing to help women feel safer in the world. This is the perfect reason to be more mindful

Barry comes into the conversation with a unique perspective on his work as a social media specialist for a gun manufacturer and the trouble he has promoting the mission or community within the firearms industry. With an extensive history within the military, he’s rarely been without a weapon in the jobs he’s had until now. Katrina has a vastly different stance on this. As a mom

When you're in a dark place, compliments just hit differently. Sometimes you are questioning people's motives for giving compliments in the first place. But then there are times when you're so emotionally fragile that you can't let yourself really feel the compliment because you could spontaneously become a puddle of tears. Katrina started a new job recently and talks about the imp

Can using social media as a dating app be a more respectable way to meet someone in today's society? Or do you feel that meeting someone in person out at a bar or somewhere similar?Barry and Katrina discuss what to do if someone messages you repeatedly on social media. What messages should you reply to, and what types of messages are red flags?We'd love to hear your opinion on this

In today’s society, it can feel like society is against us when entering a new relationship. The scrutiny and outside opinions can dampen the start of something new and help you see red flags you may be overlooking. Would you/do you share your spouse or significant other on social media? Why or why not? Is it a red flag if someone does NOT want to go public with your relationship

Navigate White Water Rapids or navigate a relationship after a divorce/ breakup, then add kids to the fun…?Hand me a paddle!There are moments in life that define us as parents. How do you move forward and continue to seek the best interests of your kids? It can be tough to trust new people we bring into their lives.Katrina and Barry dive into the rapids (pun intended) of the caut

Have you ever been in a relationship with someone who knew what you needed before asking for it?Have you gone out of your way to do kind things for your partner, knowing that it would make their life easier? Katrina and Barry talk about their different seasons of life currently, one single and one in a relationship, and how partners have stepped up and done considerate things for t

Rage.We all feel it.But how are we preventing it mindfully?We don't have to always resort to negative coping or projecting onto those around us because we feel rage.Both Barry and Katrina discuss how your partner can be a positive source of support in these moments and the negative spiral that begins to happen when the partner is not supportive. Your mental health is so important,

Have you ever noticed that every time you get close to someone, you feel like you would just be better off alone?Too often people create misconceptions about the depth of a relationship or rush into expressing love *cough cough lovebombing* rather than allowing those feelings to flow naturally.In this episode, Barry reflects on his decision to remain single and give up the chase fo