From Valleys to Mountain Peaks: Honoring Our Unique Needs in Marriage with Christa Hardin

In this episode, Travis and Jess are joined by Christa Hardin (MA Counseling) to talk marriages and relationships. She brings wise perspective on the various stages of marriages and speaks into the common reality of so many couples feeling they have lost their glow, or spark. Using a mountain analogy, she walks us through the basics needs of relationships all the way up to the mountain top of joy, hope, and purpose in marriage. Christa gives sound counsel for those of us who are currently in a darker place and just can't seem to see the hope. We hope you will be as inspired as we were to engage in healthier relationship practices and to look at your own marriage with fresh eyes.Christa is a former therapist and now does extensive research and coaching for marriages and relationships. She believes in using a combination of general relationship techniques and the Enneagram assessment to provide nuanced care for her clients. Her podcast, "Enneagram+Marriage" has a huge reach and loyal following. Her book, "Enneagram in Marriage: Your Guide to Thriving Together in Your Unique Pairing," released in October 2023, and has achieved bestseller status on both Amazon and Baker Book House.Mentioned in this episode:Book: Setting Boundaries That StickFollow Christa: her podcast and other resourcesWebsite: www.enneagramandmarriage.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/enneagramandmarriage/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/772026686525647Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christa-hardin-b23258120/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@enneagramandmarriageAdditional resources from Travis and Jess:Guided Pace website: resources for coaching, soul care, and spiritual retreat offeringsTravis' books: Shiny Eyes: Seeing Better Through the Lenses of Joy, Tears, Beauty, and Hope<a...