About Relating with Jen Funk: Getting Honest About the Relationships that Matter Most
Welcome to Relating with Jen Funk! I’m Jen - a wife of 24 years, mom of three, and Certified Life & Relationship Coach who believes we need love AND skills to create better relationships. Each week we’ll get real about the ups and downs of marriage, family, and all the relationships that matter most. I’ll share simple strategies, tools, and encouragement to help you feel more connected, supported, and confident in building the relationships you truly want.
Ep. 60 Stop Talking! Sometimes It's the Best Thing for Your Marriage
Have you ever been in the middle of an argument with your spouse when one of you says, "I'm done talking!" and walks away? One person wants to resolve the disagreement immediately, while the other needs space to cool off. And before you know it, you're arguing about how you're arguing!
We hear all the time that communication is the key to a healthy marriage. But sometimes, the best thing you can do for your relationship is to STOP talking.
In this episode of Relating with Jen Funk, Jen shares a personal lesson she and her husband KC learned in marriage counseling after struggling with arguments that escalated unnecessarily.
You'll learn how to recognize when an argument is no longer productive, what emotional flooding looks like, and how to use a healthy timeout technique to prevent disagreements from becoming more damaging.
Jen also explains why taking space isn't the same as avoiding conflict or giving your spouse the silent treatment - and why respecting your partner's need for a break can actually improve communication in your marriage.
Whether you're the one who wants to talk things through immediately or the one who needs time to cool off, this episode offers practical relationship advice to help you handle conflict more effectively.
For more relationship support, visit jenfunkcoaching.com. (www.jenfunkcoaching.com)
Download Jen’s free guide, 5 Simple Habits to Improve Your Relationship Today, at https://www.jenfunkcoaching.com/5simplehabits (https://www.jenfunkcoaching.com/5simplehabits)
Or sign up to receive Jen's weekly newsletter filled with relationship tips and tools at https://www.jenfunkcoaching.com/newsletter (https://www.jenfunkcoaching.com/newsletter)
You can also check out Jen on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@jenfunkcoaching (https://www.youtube.com/@jenfunkcoaching)
Relating with Jen Funk is a weekly relationship podcast offering practical insights into marriage, communication, conflict resolution, and building healthier, happier relationships.
22 Oct 2026
Ep. 59 When Everyone Else Gets the Best of Your Spouse (And You Get What's Left)
Have you ever noticed how your spouse can be funny, friendly, and patient with everyone else, but when it's just the two of you, you seem to get whatever's left?
It can be hurtful to watch everyone else enjoy a version of your spouse that you wish you experienced more often.
In this episode of Relating with Jen Funk, we're talking about why this happens, from feeling comfortable enough to let our guard down to the years of history and everyday habits that affect how we treat each other.
You'll learn how to bring up what you're missing without starting another argument, why your spouse may not even realize how their behavior affects you, and four simple ways to bring more kindness, patience, and fun back into your marriage.
Because it's not just about how much we love our spouse. It's about whether they feel that love in the way we treat them.
For more relationship support, visit jenfunkcoaching.com. (www.jenfunkcoaching.com)
Download Jen’s free guide, 5 Simple Habits to Improve Your Relationship Today, at https://www.jenfunkcoaching.com/5simplehabits (https://www.jenfunkcoaching.com/5simplehabits)
Or sign up to receive Jen's weekly newsletter filled with relationship tips and tools at https://www.jenfunkcoaching.com/newsletter (https://www.jenfunkcoaching.com/newsletter)
You can also check out Jen on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@jenfunkcoaching (https://www.youtube.com/@jenfunkcoaching)
Have you been married more than once? What surprised you about your next marriage? I'd love to hear your experience!
Ready to feel more connected? Download my free guide, 5 Simple Habits to Improve Your Relationship Today, and sign up for my weekly relationship newsletter at www.jenfunkcoaching.com (http://www.jenfunkcoaching.com).
You can also check out Jen on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@jenfunkcoaching
15 Oct 2026
Ep. 58 Why Second Marriages Repeat First Marriage Mistakes
You might know exactly what went wrong in your first marriage, but does that mean your second marriage will be any better?
Whether you're getting remarried or already in your second or third marriage, the lessons you learned from your past relationship may not always help you the way you think they will.
In this episode, Jen explores five ways your previous marriage can affect your next one - from choosing someone who's the complete opposite of your ex to bringing old baggage, fears, and habits into a new relationship. You'll also learn practical ways to avoid repeating old mistakes, work through disagreements, and give your next marriage a better chance of lasting.
Because finding a different partner is one thing. Building a different kind of relationship is another.
For more relationship support, visit jenfunkcoaching.com.
Download Jen’s free guide, 5 Simple Habits to Improve Your Relationship Today, at https://www.jenfunkcoaching.com/5simplehabits
Or sign up to receive Jen's weekly newsletter filled with relationship tips and tools at https://www.jenfunkcoaching.com/newsletter
You can also check out Jen on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@jenfunkcoaching
Have you been married more than once? What surprised you about your next marriage? I'd love to hear your experience!
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