Modern Love and the Mindful Marriage

In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma sits down with Priyanka Thakan, a certified life coach from Brooke Castillo’s The Life Coach School, to dive deep into the science and strategy of building fulfilling relationships.

Priyanka shares her journey from computer science to relationship coaching, revealing how her Marriage Mastermind™ program combines mind training and relationship tools to help individuals and couples thrive. They explore the most common challenges couples face—from managing expectations and financial stress to parenting struggles and maintaining intimacy.

She also introduces the RICE model, her powerful framework designed to help individuals find pockets of power, improve communication, and strengthen their connections. Whether you’re looking to enhance your relationship, navigate conflict more effectively, or simply gain a deeper understanding of emotional adulthood, this episode is packed with practical advice and actionable tools.

Episode Breakdown:

00:00 – Introduction and Disclaimer
00:41 – Meet Today's Guest: Priyanka Thakan
01:47 – Understanding Relationship Dynamics
02:35 – Priyanka's Journey to Coaching
04:15 – Common Marriage Challenges
08:38 – Marriage Mastermind™ Program
10:20 – Eastern and Western Influences
12:45 – Individual vs. Couples Counseling
20:59 – Financial Strain in Marriages
24:41 – Impact of Children on Marriage
27:19 – Maintaining Intimacy and Connection
31:15 – The Importance of Parental Relationship Modeling
34:55 – Final Thoughts and Contact Information
36:43 – The Power of the Mind in Relationships
39:18 – Controlling Fight or Flight Responses
42:16 – Conclusion and Farewell

 

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