EPISODE · Feb 11, 2025 · 1H 3M
22. Why Love Isn’t Supposed to Be Chaos—But Ours Kinda Was
Can love be both passionate AND peaceful? In this special Valentine's Day episode, I'm joined by my husband David for an unfiltered conversation about our relationship: from first impressions to navigating entrepreneurship, conflict, and personal growth together. We share the lessons we’ve learned, the mistakes we’ve made, and the rituals that keep our connection strong.We talk about the differences that have led to the greatest conflict, the unexpected impact of taking dance classes together, and David’s slightly concerning fascination with cults. David shares his raw perspective on leaving corporate life for entrepreneurship and then choosing to go back, while I open up about learning to embrace my feminine energy in our relationship and secure attachment. Whether you're navigating your own relationship or still searching for the right partner, this candid conversation reveals why love doesn’t have to be complicated or dramatic to be real.In this episode, we discuss:How do first impressions shape long-term relationships?What’s the secret to balancing love and entrepreneurship?How can couples argue better instead of just arguing?Can opposites attract and actually build a lasting relationship?What relationship habits make love feel effortless?Loved this episode? Ready to build with more clarity and calm?Come join the FREE Headquarters Community— a space for women entrepreneurs to grow their businesses and feel supported doing it.We’re hosting the Founder Series this month: a lineup of live calls to help you reset, realign, and rise. All free.➡️ Join Headquarters hereWant more behind-the-scenes insight?I share quick weekly emails from the messy, magical middle of entrepreneurship — including mindset shifts, business lessons, and what I’m learning in real time.Join the newsletterConnect with Sam:Instagram: @growwith_samWebsite: www.samanthafackler.comYouTube: @confessions-samantha-facklerBook a call with SamMentioned in this episode:Learn more about Focus Pocus: http://samanthafackler.com/focus
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Can love be both passionate AND peaceful? In this special Valentine's Day episode, I'm joined by my husband David for an unfiltered conversation about our relationship: from first impressions to navigating entrepreneurship, conflict, and personal growth together. We share the lessons we’ve learned, the mistakes we’ve made, and the rituals that keep our connection strong. We talk about the differences that have led to the greatest conflict, the unexpected impact of taking dance classes together, and David’s slightly concerning fascination with cults. David shares his raw perspective on leaving corporate life for entrepreneurship and then choosing to go back, while I open up about learning to embrace my feminine energy in our relationship and secure attachment. Whether you're navigating your own relationship or still searching for the right partner, this candid conversation reveals why love doesn’t have to be complicated or dramatic to be real. In this episode, we discuss: How do first impressions shape long-term relationships? What’s the secret to balancing love and entrepreneurship? How can couples argue better instead of just arguing? Can opposites attract and actually build a lasting relationship? What relationship habits make love feel effortless? Free Guide:https://growwithsam.myflodesk.com/commonmarketingmistakes (Common Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make in Marketing (and How to Fix Them)) About your host: Samantha Fackler is an Executive Leadership Coach and Marketing Advisor who transforms how women entrepreneurs grow a freedom-based business. After scaling 100+ companies over 12+ years with both Fortune 500 companies (think Apple, PayPal, LinkedIn) and early-stage founders, she brings a rare blend of corporate strategy and holistic leadership to help you scale intentionally. Her approach? Building aligned, profitable businesses without the burnout narrative. Because success shouldn't cost you your well-being. Join Sam's Mastermind Group for Women Entrepreneurs:https://www.growwithsam.com/greenhouse-mastermind (https://www.growwithsam.com/greenhouse-mastermind) Connect with Sam: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growwith_sam/ (@growwith_sam) TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sidenotepod (@sidenotepod) Website: https://www.growwithsam.com/ (www.growwithsam.com) YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@sidenotepod (@sidenotepod) Have a transformation story worth sharing? Top-tier women entrepreneurs can apply to be a guest athttps://www.sidenotepod.com/ (sidenotepod.com).
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