Ready to have some open conversations about love and relationships? Join us as we sit down with our remarkable guest, Craig Colli. Craig is about to embark on a significant life transition- moving across the country to be with his wife. Through his intriguing storytelling, we explore the intricate dynamics of relationships and love, and how understanding and communication play key roles in strengthening these connections. Navigating the complexities of relationships calls for humour, and we've got plenty of it in this episode! A hilarious incident involving Craig's bar stools offers a unique perspective on understanding and respecting others' needs. We also traverse into the realm of love languages, unearthing the importance of recognizing how your partner wishes to receive love and support. Craig's intriguing anecdotes on gift-giving adds an interesting flavour to our discussion, underlining the essence of being genuine and considerate in our expressions of affection. The episode wraps up with a profound discussion on communication and love languages in the context of parenting in 2023. Craig shares his experiences on understanding his wife's love language, providing compelling insights into the power of effective communication in fostering deeper bonds. Get ready to laugh, learn, and love better as we unravel these pearls of wisdom in our enriching conversation with Craig Copeland. Join us for this insightful journey into the world of love, relationships, and the art of genuinely showing up for your partner.
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(0:00:00) - Exploring Love and Support in Relationships
Craig discusses downsizing, the cost of moving, and how to show love to his wife.
(0:06:44) - Misunderstandings Over Free Items
Craig puts up a sign, but a neighbor ignores it; he takes books to a bookstore, but is rejected until he finds a Harley Davidson book.
(0:12:07) - The Complexity of Giving and Relationships
Craig and his wife's evolving relationship is discussed, emphasizing the importance of give and take.
(0:15:29) - Meeting Others' Needs
Husband recognizes and meets wife's needs, understanding essential for relationships.
(0:27:09) - Gift Giving and Understanding Love Languages
Gifting can be difficult; we discuss considering interests, needs, and intent when giving gifts.
(0:33:52) - Love Languages and Communication
Craig emphasizes listening and understanding love languages to nurture relationships.
(0:42:11) - Communication and Love Languages
Communication, honesty, understanding love language, and giving what you want all strengthen relationships.
(0:50:41) - Parenting and Love Advice for 2023
Craig shares his experience of learning his partner's love language to nurture her, and the importance of understanding and expressing needs in a relationship.
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