The 200% Marriage Podcast
You can build a kick-ass marriage that fuels your career and your business, and Meredith and Craig will show you how.
The 200% Marriage Podcast is the go-to playbook for high-capacity couples who refuse to settle for a "fine" relationship.
Meredith and Craig’s unconventional, research-backed frameworks have rescued countless professionals and entrepreneurs from "Roommate-ville." In every episode, they’re giving you their hard-fought secrets, the "Holy Trinity" of connection science (Oxytocin, Adrenaline, and Endorphins), and deeply personal – often hilarious – stories, so you can transform your partnership into an Unstoppable Team.
If you’re a new listener, you’re in the right place. Every episode will empower you to ditch the 50/50 scorekeeping myth and help you take a massive step toward a relationship that’s as successful as your professional life. From throwing "challenge flags" on your own bullshit to finding the "relationship superglue" in the “fundane” moments, this is relationship coaching for people who hate relationship coaching.
Want to know if you're roommates or an unstoppable team? Take the 200% Marriage Quiz at https://the200percentmarriage.com/marriedpreneurquiz and follow the shenanigans at @meredithandcraig.
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Thursday Jan 02, 2025
Thursday Jan 02, 2025
Road of Life Podcast Episode 63
"The Road of Life Podcast" is back with an inspiring episode to help you close out 2024 with intention and step boldly into 2025. This week, we’re sharing a step-by-step process we've refined over the years to set meaningful goals, build momentum, and create a year you can be proud of.
Here’s what we cover in this episode:
Reflection and Projection: How to leave behind the challenges of 2024 while carrying forward the lessons and wins.
4 Key Goal-Setting Categories: Personal, Professional, Health & Vitality, and Community—why balancing all four is crucial.
The Power of a Word and a Song: How choosing a word and a song for the year can ground you, inspire you, and keep you on track.
Writing a Letter From Your Future Self: A transformative exercise for clarity and motivation.
We also share personal stories about our own words, songs, and letters for the year—including how a hotel getaway unexpectedly improved our goal-setting process.
This episode is packed with tools and insights to help you:
Set goals that are specific, balanced, and achievable.
Shift your mindset for success in 2025.
Learn how to embrace the lessons from unmet goals and turn them into growth opportunities.
Whether you're a seasoned goal-setter or just starting to dream about what’s possible, this episode will inspire you to take action.
What’s the one thing you’ll implement after listening?
Share this episode with a friend who’s ready to make 2025 their best year yet, and don’t forget to follow us on Instagram (@MeredithandCraig) for updates on our words and songs for the year.
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Thursday Dec 26, 2024
Thursday Dec 26, 2024
Road of Life Podcast Episode 62
What if the hardest moments of your year were the very things you needed to grow? In this reflective and inspiring episode of The Road of Life podcast, we take you behind the scenes of 2024—a year filled with challenges, growth, and celebrations.
We share the biggest lessons of the year, from understanding the difference between fitting in and belonging, to embracing vulnerability as a superpower for connection. Discover the importance of community, the power of celebrating even your smallest wins, and how reflection can create unstoppable momentum for the year ahead.
Here’s what you’ll gain from this episode:
How to reflect on your own year, pull out lessons, and build momentum for 2025.
Why celebrating small wins is the key to long-term success.
How vulnerability and integrity unlock deeper connections.
A powerful reminder that life is short—so stop holding back and just go for it.
The importance of finding the right community where you belong, not just fit in.
This is more than a recap of the year—it’s a roadmap to help you create your best year yet. Whether 2024 was full of wins or challenges, this episode will show you how to take the most important lessons forward into 2025.
It’s time to reflect, reset, and take control of the road ahead. Ready to join us? Tune in now!
Episode 61 -The Secret Expectations That Are Sabotaging Your Relationships | Road of Life Podcast
https://roadoflifecoaching.com/podcast/b/episode61
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Thursday Dec 19, 2024
Thursday Dec 19, 2024
Road of Life Podcast Episode 61
Are you secretly sabotaging your relationships without even realizing it?
In this episode of The Road of Life Podcast, we dive into the sneaky ways uncommunicated expectations wreak havoc on marriages, friendships, and even everyday interactions.
From airplane etiquette to family holiday dynamics, we all create invisible rules for others to follow—and then feel resentful when they don't. But what if the key to more joy and less frustration is letting go of those expectations entirely?
Here's what you'll learn in this episode:
Why unspoken expectations set you (and others) up for failure.
The connection between uncommunicated expectations and resentment.
How to stop arguing with reality and embrace what is.
Why forgiveness (for others and yourself) is essential for peace.
Practical steps to let go of expectations and stop disappointment in its tracks.
We also share insights from the transformative book Loving What Is by Byron Katie, which has helped countless people reframe their thinking and take control of their emotions.
If you're ready to stop being disappointed by the people around you and start living with more peace, this episode is for you.
Take the first step toward happiness today—and don’t forget to share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!
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Episode 56 -Forgiveness: Let go of the stuff holding you back | Road of Life Podcast
https://roadoflifecoaching.com/podcast/b/episode56
Episode 58 -Ditch Mind Reading, Embrace Connection | Road of Life Podcast
https://roadoflifecoaching.com/podcast/b/episode58
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Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Road of Life Podcast Episode 60
As the holiday season approaches, life can feel like a whirlwind of family gatherings, school performances, and endless to-do lists. In this episode of the Road of Life Podcast, we dive deep into the art of staying connected amidst the holiday busy-ness.
We share really practical strategies to strengthen the connection, even when time is tight and you're being pulled in 100 different directions. We talk about how to:
Carve out quality moments together
Feel connected through simple questions
Engage in weekly connection conversations that align your visions and support each other’s needs
Trigger feelings of appreciation anytime you need them
With the busy holiday season often creating more stress and disconnection, this episode offers essential tools to help you and your partner not just survive, but thrive together.
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Episode 7 -The little things are the big things | Road of Life Podcast https://roadoflifecoaching.com/podcast/b/episode7
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Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Road of Life Podcast Episode 59
Who’s responsible for your happiness?
This episode dives into one of the biggest myths about relationships—the idea that it’s someone else’s job to make you happy. We explore:
How this flawed belief sets relationships up for failure.
Why expecting your partner to “fix” your happiness is unfair (to both of you).
Ways to take ownership of your own joy.
We share personal stories, practical tips, and a few hard truths about happiness being an inside job. Think gratitude, self-reflection, and figuring out what really fills your cup.
You’ll also learn:
The pressures we put on our partners and how unrealistic expectations can lead to resentment.
Why finding happiness starts with YOU, not your spouse.
Four simple, actionable tips to boost your happiness daily.
If you’ve ever felt like something was missing in your relationship or wondered why happiness feels so fleeting, this episode is for you.
It’s time to rethink how we approach happiness—both individually and as a couple.
Listen now, and maybe even share it with your partner. Trust us, this is the conversation every couple needs to have.
Episode 21 - Happiness Hacks | Road of Life Podcast https://roadoflifecoaching.com/podcast/b/episode21
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Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
Road of Life Podcast Episode 58
"Can you read my mind?" If only relationships worked that way, right? In this episode of The Road of Life Podcast, we’re getting real about why mind reading isn’t just overrated—it’s downright dangerous.
We all do it. We expect our partners to just know what we want or need without us saying a word. But here’s the thing: unspoken expectations? They’re a fast track to disappointment, resentment, and unnecessary conflict.
The truth? The real superpower in relationships isn’t mind reading—it’s communication.
In this episode, we’re breaking it all down:
Why mind reading would actually ruin your relationship (seriously, you don’t want it).
How uncommunicated expectations are setting you up for failure.
Why courage and vulnerability are the secret ingredients to better communication.
The one game-changing question to ask your partner today: "What can I do to make you feel loved?"
We’ll also share simple, actionable tips for:
Getting clear on what you need.
Overcoming the awkwardness of asking for it.
Creating space for your partner to do the same.
This episode is packed with insights and tools you can start using right away to create deeper, more meaningful connections in your relationships.
Spoiler: Communication really is the ultimate relationship hack—and we’re here to show you how to make it yours.
So grab your coffee (or your partner) and hit play. Let’s build those 200% relationships together!
Episode 26 - Proven strategies to improving communication in your relationship w/ April & Lloyd Koebel: https://roadoflifecoaching.com/podcast/b/episode25
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Thursday Nov 21, 2024
Thursday Nov 21, 2024
Road of Life Podcast Episode 57
In this heartfelt episode of the Road of Life Podcast, we take an emotional journey through the life of Bobby—a man who lived fiercely and left an indelible mark on those around him.
Join us as we explore the lessons learned from Bobby's unapologetic approach to life, his passion for drag racing, and his unwavering positivity.
Discover why Bobby's philosophy of "you're only as old as you feel" is more relevant than ever, and how his acts of kindness have inspired countless others.
Whether it's his firm handshake or his zest for adventure, Bobby’s legacy teaches us to embrace life fully and leave the world better than we found it.
Tune in for an episode that will inspire you to live boldly, cherish every moment, and carry forward the lessons from a life well lived.
Don’t miss this tribute to an extraordinary man.
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Thursday Nov 14, 2024
Thursday Nov 14, 2024
Road of Life Podcast Episode 56
In this transformative episode of the Road of Life Podcast, we dive into the impact of forgiveness on our lives and relationships.
Discover why forgiveness is not just a gift for others, but a necessary act for yourself. Are you holding onto past hurts, unable to move forward? Learn powerful steps to release resentment and embrace a future full of peace and happiness.
Through personal stories and practical advice, we explore the challenges of forgiving others and, most importantly, forgiving yourself. Understand how grudges affect every aspect of your life and why letting go is the ultimate act of self-care.
Whether you're struggling with past relationships or your own inner critic, this episode offers tools to break free from the chains of unforgiveness.
Tune in to see how forgiveness can transform your life, allowing you to live fully in the present and build the future you deserve. Don't miss this essential conversation—it could be the key to unlocking your happiness and freedom.
Episode 15: The Secret Ingredient to Building Trust & Intimacyhttps://roadoflifecoaching.com/podcast/b/episode15
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Thursday Nov 07, 2024
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
Road of Life Podcast Episode 55
In this episode of the Road of Life podcast, We invite you into a heartfelt conversation about the stories we tell ourselves and how they shape our lives.
Together, we’ll explore how some stories lift us up, while others hold us back—and we’ll dive into practical ways to spot our limiting beliefs, understand why we cling to them, and start shifting to more empowering narratives.
Through simple exercises, we’ll uncover what might be keeping us stuck and learn how to rewrite our beliefs into ones that support a happier, healthier outlook.
If you're ready to see the world through a new lens and start living a life that feels truly fulfilling, this episode is for you.
Let’s challenge our mindsets, change our stories, and step into the lives we deserve!
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Thursday Oct 31, 2024
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
Road of Life Podcast Episode 54
In this episode of the Road of Life podcast, we discuss strategies for navigating difficult conversations, particularly in your marriage.
We explore our human tendency to avoid these talks and break down the importance of addressing issues instead of sweeping them under the rug. Key steps include choosing the right time to talk, preparing internally, using 'I' statements, avoiding hyperboles, focusing on solutions, and managing ego.
We share personal anecdotes and practical tips to help listeners grow closer through challenging discussions.
The episode encourages taking immediate action to resolve lingering issues in relationships.
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Road of Life Podcast Episode 45 - The Ultimate Guide to Conflict Resolution in Your Marriage:
https://roadoflifecoaching.com/podcast/b/episode45https://rolpodcast.podbean.com/e/45-marriage-mindset-from-conflict-to-connection-road-of-life-podcast/
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About Us
Life partners. Business partners. Best friends.
Working to become the best version of ourselves, while living our dream life...and helping others do the same.
We are Meredith & Craig, we left the 9-5 corporate grind, to become full time entrepreneurs....and had no idea what we were doing.
But we knew we were unhappy and unfulfilled in our corporate careers and that life is just too short to be unhappy and unfulfilled, so we decided to make a massive change and leave.
We wanted to be more intentional about building a life that we loved. Not the one we grew up believing we were destined for because that’s what we were told.
So, we went completely against our nature and decided to jump out of the plane and build our parachute on the way down.
Which made for some interesting, amazing, stressful, awesome, painful, insightful, scary, awful, awesome, unbelievable decisions, moments, experiences, relationships, and quite honestly, we wouldn’t have it any other way.
Through it all we’ve developed a growth mindset, and grew exponentially as individuals, we built businesses, most of which sucked, got in the best shape of our lives in our forties, and did all of it while strengthening our marriage and making it bulletproof.
Our marriage is the foundation for everything else we build in our lives. It is a cheat code for life, and we believe that having that dialed in helps every other facet of life and that has become our passion.
We help others live their dream life and that starts with having that rock solid relationship where you don’t need to spend valuable time and energy repairing a relationship.
When you have that dialed in it only requires maintenance which leaves so much time and energy to focus on building the life of your dreams together.
We love helping others get that part of their lives exactly where they’ve always wanted it, so they can crush the rest of their lives.