002 - The Five Stages of the Entrepreneurial Marriage

When I said “yes” at the altar, I didn’t realize I was also saying yes to a future I couldn’t yet imagine. I didn’t know I was saying yes to calling, risk, reinvention... or to podcasting. In this episode, I share the five stages I’ve walked through as the wife of an entrepreneur, from shock and resistance all the way to abundance and deep alignment. These aren’t just stages of business. They are emotional and spiritual thresholds that reshaped my identity, my marriage, and the life we built together. You’ll hear about the night I told Cliff to put in his notice, the phrase that helped me break the mold, the sacrifices we made, and the moment I realized: we're not just building a business... we’re building a life worth fighting for. If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I allowed to not love this but still support it?” this one’s for you. Thanks for listening. Stephanie P.S. If this episode stirred something in you, or if you’re navigating your own version of “this wasn’t the plan,” I’d love to hear from you. You can reach me directly at [email protected]. I read every message, and I would be honored to hold space for your story.