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EPISODE · Jun 16, 2026 · 1H 20M

Stop Talking, Start Loving, Nurturing Connection, Author Rob Thomas/Arizona

from Edge Talk Radio with Angela Zabel · host Angela Zabel / Rob Thomas

Stop Talking, Start Loving, Nurturing Connection, Author Rob Thomas/ArizonaWhat if the very words you’re using to fix your relationship are the problem? Backed by science and tested with couples across the country, Rob’s “wordless” approach isn’t about romance clichés or sexual intimacy—it’s about creating alignment, vulnerability, and lasting connection. He explains how to resist the urge to speak, introduce these practices naturally, and fill your “Love Power Bank” so your relationship thrives.  In this heartfelt and eye-opening conversation, Rob Thomas shares how his marriage was quietly slipping away—until he remembered a playful college kiss that changed everything. Desperate to reconnect with his wife, Rob did something radical: he stopped talking. Because sometimes, the deepest love is spoken without  a single word. Drawing from his book, Wordless Connection: Deepen Intimacy Without Saying a Word Even if You’re Married, Rob reveals how simple, intentional nonverbal acts—like holding hands, hugs, eye contact, notes of care, and unexpected acts of service—can rebuild trust, intimacy, and emotional safety.Book: Wordless Connection: Deepen Intimacy Without Saying a Word Even if You’re Married Amazon and Kindle.Website: https://wordlessconnection.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wordlessconnectionInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wordlessconnections/Workshops:  Couples Workshop,  3-hour virtual World Date Night experience for couples,  Check website for details.Coaching:  Group Coaching,  One on One Individual or Couples CoachingRob Thomas has spent the last 20 years helping big companies get unstuck. He sits down with  teams, listens hard, asks the right questions, and turns fuzzy goals into clear, doable plans. From automotive giants to banks, energy firms to tech startups, he’s worked all over the world figuring out what people really need and how to make it happen—faster, simpler, and with less drama. Along the way he’s coached executives one-on-one, guiding them through the toughest decisions while keeping the human side front and center. Whether he’s designing systems that save millions or smoothing supply chains so nothing falls apart, Rob’s gift is making complicated things feel straightforward. That same clarity and care shows up when he works with individuals. He has a knack for cutting through noise, spotting what actually matters, and helping people move forward—skills that translate beautifully to the everyday stuff that trips couples up. These days, when he’s not untangling corporate puzzles or exploring the mountains on skis, Rob is happiest at home with his wife and kids, reading a good book, or quietly testing the ideas that became Wordless Connection.Angela is a teacher, coach, medium, radio show host, writer, retreat host, gallery reader and speaker. Offering clarity, guidance, mediumship, intuition with online private and group sessions, classes, and the Amplified Universe Monthly Membership group. Growing our connection to ourselves, realms around us, our world, our role in it, increasing intuition, questioning, talking openly in a supportive welcoming group. Sharing knowledge with others working with people throughout the world.Sign up for my newsletter, membership and more at https://www.angelazabel.com/ https://www.facebook.com/angelazabelllc https://www.instagram.com/angelazabellc https://www.tiktok.com/angelazabelllc www.linkedin.com/in/angela-zabel-183304153 https://www.youtube.com/@angelazabelteachercoachmed7488The Edge Magazine is the leading events and media resource dedicated to all aspects of holistic living, health and wellness, and the mysteries beyond. Sharing information, wisdom and resources, committed and promoting businesses, organizations and individuals who support our collective journey to wholeness and balance. Currently distributed in 30 states and Canada with 17,000 magazines per printing, vibrant online magazine with over 42,000 people reached per month. Have a magazine shipped to your door, stay up to date with the newsletter, become a drop spot..Edge Talk Radio and Edge Magazine information is below.https://www.edgemagazine.net/edge-talk-radio/            Edge Magazine here https://www.edgemagazine.net/https://www.facebook.com/edgemagazine.nethttps://www.instagram.com/magazine.edge/https://www.linkedin.com/company/edge-magazine/https://www.pinterest.com/edgemagazinemn/https://www.pinterest.com/TheEdgeHolisticHealthMagazine/https://twitter.com/theEdgeMagazinehttps://www.youtube.com/@theedgenetworkI look forward to the next step of my journey with you.

Stop Talking, Start Loving, Nurturing Connection, Author Rob Thomas/ArizonaWhat if the very words you’re using to fix your relationship are the problem? Backed by science and tested with couples across the country, Rob’s “wordless” approach isn’t about romance clichés or sexual intimacy—it’s about creating alignment, vulnerability, and lasting connection. He explains how to resist the urge to speak, introduce these practices naturally, and fill your “Love Power Bank” so your relationship thrives.  In this heartfelt and eye-opening conversation, Rob Thomas shares how his marriage was quietly slipping away—until he remembered a playful college kiss that changed everything. Desperate to reconnect with his wife, Rob did something radical: he stopped talking. Because sometimes, the deepest love is spoken without  a single word. Drawing from his book, Wordless Connection: Deepen Intimacy Without Saying a Word Even if You’re Married, Rob reveals how simple, intentional nonverbal acts—like holding hands, hugs, eye contact, notes of care, and unexpected acts of service—can rebuild trust, intimacy, and emotional safety.Book: Wordless Connection: Deepen Intimacy Without Saying a Word Even if You’re Married Amazon and Kindle.Website: https://wordlessconnection.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wordlessconnectionInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wordlessconnections/Workshops:  Couples Workshop,  3-hour virtual World Date Night experience for couples,  Check website for details.Coaching:  Group Coaching,  One on One Individual or Couples CoachingRob Thomas has spent the last 20 years helping big companies get unstuck. He sits down with  teams, listens hard, asks the right questions, and turns fuzzy goals into clear, doable plans. From automotive giants to banks, energy firms to tech startups, he’s worked all over the world figuring out what people really need and how to make it happen—faster, simpler, and with less drama. Along the way he’s coached executives one-on-one, guiding them through the toughest decisions while keeping the human side front and center. Whether he’s designing systems that save millions or smoothing supply chains so nothing falls apart, Rob’s gift is making complicated things feel straightforward. That same clarity and care shows up when he works with individuals. He has a knack for cutting through noise, spotting what actually matters, and helping people move forward—skills that translate beautifully to the everyday stuff that trips couples up. These days, when he’s not untangling corporate puzzles or exploring the mountains on skis, Rob is happiest at home with his wife and kids, reading a good book, or quietly testing the ideas that became Wordless Connection.Angela is a teacher, coach, medium, radio show host, writer, retreat host, gallery reader and speaker. Offering clarity, guidance, mediumship, intuition with online private and group sessions, classes, and the Amplified Universe Monthly Membership group. Growing our connection to ourselves, realms around us, our world, our role in it, increasing intuition, questioning, talking openly in a supportive welcoming group. Sharing knowledge with others working with people throughout the world.Sign up for my newsletter, membership and more at https://www.angelazabel.com/ https://www.facebook.com/angelazabelllc https://www.instagram.com/angelazabellc https://www.tiktok.com/angelazabelllc www.linkedin.com/in/angela-zabel-183304153 https://www.youtube.com/@angelazabelteachercoachmed7488The Edge Magazine is the leading events and media resource dedicated to all aspects of holistic living, health and wellness, and the mysteries beyond. Sharing information, wisdom and resources, committed and promoting businesses, organizations and individuals who support our collective journey to wholeness and balance. Currently distributed in 30 states and Canada with 17,000 magazines per printing, vibrant online magazine with over 42,000 people reached per month. Have a magazine shipped to your door, stay up to date with the newsletter, become a drop spot..Edge Talk Radio and Edge Magazine information is below.https://www.edgemagazine.net/edge-talk-radio/            Edge Magazine here https://www.edgemagazine.net/https://www.facebook.com/edgemagazine.nethttps://www.instagram.com/magazine.edge/https://www.linkedin.com/company/edge-magazine/https://www.pinterest.com/edgemagazinemn/https://www.pinterest.com/TheEdgeHolisticHealthMagazine/https://twitter.com/theEdgeMagazinehttps://www.youtube.com/@theedgenetworkI look forward to the next step of my journey with you.

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