Prioritizing Love: How to Save Your Relationship From Ruin, with Maria Sosa

Join Valeria and Maria as they dive deeper into the heart of relational wellness therapy, truly being heard in your relationship, how to reignite intimacy, and finding the beauty in missed connections.

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This week, Valeria sits down with relational wellness expert and therapist, Maria Sosa. Join Valeria and Maria as they dive deeper into the heart of relational wellness therapy, truly being heard in your relationship, how to reignite intimacy, and finding the beauty in missed connections. In this episode, we navigate the complexities of love, growth, and communication, and are reminded that even in the uncomfortable moments, the potential for meaningful connection is endless. 

You can find Maria on: 

https://www.holisticallygrace.com/ 

https://www.instagram.com/holisticallygrace/ 

https://www.instagram.com/mindmeetsbodypodcast/ 

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Valeria is on:

https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/ 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA 

https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky 

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What We Talked About:

  • 00:00 Intro
  • 00:05 What is relational wellness therapy?
  • 03:45 What is effective communication in a relationship?
  • 06:15 When communication is not being understood
  • 09:30 Modern relationships now have negotiating roles
  • 11:26 Couple tips for managing finances
  • 13:58 How do you reignite intimacy?
  • 18:37 Focus on the missed connections
  • 21:15 Tools to help reconnect with your partner
  • 23:54 Personal growth may bring couples apart
  • 26:06 Struggles arise when there is disparity in growth
  • 29:11 What is your definition of commitment?
  • 31:38 Why negotiations are crucial in any marriage
  • 34:14 The reality of long-term relationships
  • 37:46 Feeling uncomfortable is not the end
  • 41:13 Couples bring their individuality into the marriage
  • 42:53 Love as a feeling vs love as a verb
  • 46:37 The origins of marriages
  • 50:49 Should there be a power struggle?
  • 52:35 Work-life balance doesn’t include relationship growth
  • 58:43 Relationships take time 
  • 59:42 The standards of a perfect marriage 
  • 01:06:01 Questions to ask before getting married

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ABOUT THE GUESTS

MARIA G. SOSA, MS, LMFT

With a master's degree in Marriage & Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University, Maria Sosa brings a versatile skill set to her roles as a couples therapist, relationship coach, wellness writer, and dedicated advocate for holistic well-being. As a respected relationship expert, Maria's insights have been featured in publications such as The Washington Post, Forbes, Popsugar, Refinery29, Mindbodygreen, and Well+Good, among others. Her social media presence, under the handle @holisticallygrace, serves as a valuable source of inspiration for individuals seeking growth and thriving relationships. Her content, marked by its vibrancy, practicality, and compassion, guides individuals towards flourishing in their personal and interpersonal lives. Dedicated to holistic living, Maria expanded her expertise by obtaining certifications as a holistic health coach from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition and as an Intuitive Eating Counselor. Hosting the insightful "Mind Meets Body" podcast, Maria explores the often-neglected emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of health, providing a comprehensive perspective that extends beyond the conventional exercise and nutrition-centric approach. Originally from Venezuela, Maria now resides in Miami, where she offers relationship therapy services for both couples and individuals.

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