From Triggered to Transformed: Marriage, Relationships, and Life with Amber Lia

Do you feel like emotions get the best of you when you’re triggered? Do you simultaneously desire stronger, richer, healthier lives and relationships - especially the one with your spouse? Amber Lia joins us this week to talk all about flipping the switch on how we view marriage “triggers” and leads us into a conversation all about opportunity for growth in our homes and lives. She invites us into her own journey and work around marriage, parenting, and health triggers, what she’s learned, what they signal, and how to use them to create transformation in our own hearts and minds.  She reminds us of an important truth - whatever you’re going through today is not the end of the story.  We unpack two of the most common marriage triggers - being too busy & idolizing expectations we place on our spouses. Amber talks about success and the grittiness and resilience it requires, who modeled it best, how the obstacles before really can be the way.  EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:  [2:53] Amber’s story/not alone in your struggles [6:03]the desire to protect our reputation  [8:12] Flipping the switch: triggers are opportunities [10:20] What level of frustration and anger is okay? [10:50] Applying truth “in our own backyard” [12:34] Not alone in your struggles  [13:34] Triggers are a signal for growth  [14:46] Marriage triggers [17:11] Two of the most common marriage triggers [19:26] The idol of "spouse expectations"  [24:04] The legacy of our marriage - practical tips [26:53] What you do today matters [28:20] What do you wish you’d learned sooner? [33:35] We're here for a reason [37:00] The obstacle is the way  [40:00] Truths & Takeaways _____ Mentioned in this episode:  Find Amber Lia at amberlia.com or on Facebook or Instagram @therealamberlia Facebook Group - Gentle Parenting w/ Amber and Wendy  Books mentioned in this episode >>>  Marriage Triggers: Exchanging Spouses' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses Food Triggers: Exchanging Unhealthy Patterns for God-Honoring Habits Triggers: Exchanging Parents' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday  --> If you’re new here, welcome! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss out on any of the inspiring and encouraging conversations with friends, entrepreneurs, and mentors. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave your feedback here (scroll down and you can click on the stars or write your thoughts) or feel free to share this episode with a friend. You can also follow along on instagram @annicafischer. Glad you’re here!