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Relationship Reset: Reignite, Reconnect, Rebuild
Feeling stuck in your relationship after years together? Relationship Reset is your go-to podcast for busy, high-achieving couples ready to break free from autopilot and rebuild a thriving partnership. Join relationship expert Katie Rössler, LPC for practical tools, real-life stories, and actionable advice to reignite passion, rebuild trust, and reconnect on a deeper level. Whether you’re navigating communication breakdowns, struggling with intimacy, or just feel disconnected, this podcast is here to help you transform your relationship—and create the love you’ve always envisioned.
Perfect for couples who want to reignite their spark and reconnect with purpose. It’s never too late to hit reset.
Relationship Reset: Reignite, Reconnect, Rebuild
Can People Really Change? What Neuroscience and Relationships Teach Us with Dr. Kathryn Ford
If you've ever found yourself wondering, “Can people really change?” — especially after years together — this episode is for you.
This week, Katie sits down with renowned psychiatrist and couples therapist Dr. Kathryn Ford, author of The Aperture Effect, to explore what change actually looks like in long-term relationships. They dive deep into the science behind transformation, the emotional and psychological conditions that foster lasting shifts, and why some couples stay stuck while others thrive.
Together, they unpack:
- Why neuroscience proves we’re wired for change — at any age
- How the right conditions (not pressure) inspire real transformation
- What not to do when you’re hoping your partner will change
- The stages of change and why early efforts often feel like failure
- How to create a “change-friendly” atmosphere in your relationship
- The truth about teamwork and why no one changes alone
- Why tiny tweaks can lead to massive connection
Dr. Ford also shares simple but powerful tools from her book, including her signature Aperture Effect method, to help couples shift from closed-off to open-hearted — without hours of conflict.
If you're tired of hearing “this is just how I am,” and you're ready to experience growth (for yourself and your relationship), this episode offers a grounded, hopeful, and practical roadmap forward.
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