Welcome to Honey, We Need to Chat, where we dig deep into the real struggles couples face, from silent resentment to those tricky conversations that can make or break a relationship.

In this episode, we uncover the hidden habit of scorekeeping in relationships, what it is, why it happens, and how to stop it. Whether you’re feeling unseen, unheard, or just overwhelmed, we’ll share practical tools to break the pattern of resentment, rebuild trust, and create healthier communication.

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Ever wonder why you react the way you do in conflict, or why certain habits feel impossible to break?

In this episode, Blair gets coached live by Amy using the “Six Core Human Needs” framework to explore what truly drives our behaviour in relationships. From control issues to chasing dopamine hits, we unpack how unmet needs shape our communication, emotions, and connection.

Whether you’re craving more balance, peace, or clarity in your relationship, this episode offers real-time insight, vulnerability, and practical tools to shift stuck patterns. Tune in and discover what’s driving you.

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Why do the smallest things trigger the biggest arguments? In this episode, we unpack the sneaky, subtle unmet needs that quietly shape our relationship dynamics, often without us realising it. From rejected dinners to phone use tensions and dead bedrooms, we explore real Reddit stories that show how core emotional needs go unspoken and how that misfires into conflict.

You'll learn:

• What unmet needs really are (and why they’re so sneaky)

• Common signs you’re missing each other emotionally

• Why assumptions and silence create deeper disconnect

• Practical tools to communicate needs without drama

• How to spot patterns and build healthier habits together

💬 Whether you’re feeling disconnected or want to avoid drifting apart, this episode gives you relatable insight and practical tools to tackle the root - not just the symptoms - of tension.

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Feel like you and your partner keep missing each other emotionally? Do you shut down when things get tense or over-explain to get back on the same page? In this episode of Honey, We Need to Chat, we unpack how attachment styles shape the way couples communicate, fight, and try to reconnect.

We break down the three main attachment styles (secure, anxious, and avoidant) where they come from, and how they play out in everyday moments (like text message tone, stonewalling, or needing constant reassurance). Plus, we share our own journey of shifting out of old patterns and building a more secure connection over time.

Whether you're married, dating, or just reflecting on your emotional habits, this conversation will help you put language to your patterns and start healing the cycle.

🧠 Topics covered:

• What attachment styles actually are (and where they come from)

• Signs of anxious vs. avoidant vs. secure behaviour

• Real-life examples of these dynamics in marriage

• How to begin healing patterns and move toward secure connection

• A practical “Reality Check Corner” with reflective prompts

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Money stress can quietly erode trust in a relationship, but it doesn't have to. In this episode of Honey, We Need to Chat, we sit down with our friends Phil and Kate Thompson to share real-life lessons about navigating finances as a team.

From starting marriage with nothing to building a business and raising a family, they open up about what worked, what didn't, and what they wish more couples knew earlier.

We talk about why financial transparency matters, how to set shared goals, and how to balance ambition with contentment. Whether you're saving, budgeting, investing, or just trying to survive a mortgage, we’re sharing practical tools, honest stories, and encouragement to help you build a financial foundation that strengthens your connection.

If you're keen to connect with Phil's work further, you can find him at https://www.skye.com.au/

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The silent treatment might seem like a quiet moment to cool off—but we’ve seen how it can loudly erode trust, create emotional distance, and chip away at connection over time.

In this episode of Honey, We Need to Chat, we’re diving into the real cost of the silent treatment in relationships. We talk about why people withdraw, what’s actually happening in your brain during emotional shutdown, and how silence can unintentionally become a power play. With personal stories, wild Reddit relationship drama, and tools we love (shoutout to the Gottman Four Horsemen), we’re unpacking how silence can become damaging—and what healthier communication really looks like.

Whether you’re the one who shuts down, or the one left feeling confused and alone, this conversation brings empathy, perspective, and simple, realistic ways to reconnect. And make sure you stick around for the Reality Check Corner, where we share a practical challenge and a powerful visualisation to help you show up in your relationship the way you actually want to.

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In this raw and honest episode of Honey, We Need to Chat, we dive into one of the most misunderstood yet widespread relationship challenges, burnout. Whether you’re the one feeling physically, emotionally, or mentally drained, or you're supporting a partner through exhaustion, this episode will resonate deeply.

We unpack what burnout actually looks like in a relationship, the cultural lies that normalise overwhelm, and the signs you might be missing until it’s too late. From real stories of personal burnout, to practical strategies for prevention and recovery, this episode is filled with relatable insight, vulnerability, and actionable tools.

Tune in to learn:

• The subtle signs of burnout you shouldn’t ignore

• How to navigate burnout in marriage or partnership

• Practical tools to rebalance when you're already running on empty

• The emotional aftermath of supporting someone in burnout

• Why cultural “busyness” is breaking our connections

Whether you’re in burnout, on the edge, or just want to build healthier rhythms—you’ll leave feeling seen, equipped, and empowered.

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This powerful episode of Honey, We Need to Chat welcomes Andrew and Kayte Kitchen (creatives, therapists, and real-life warriors) into a vulnerable and deeply encouraging conversation.

What makes this episode especially moving is that they didn’t wait until things were resolved to speak. Andrew and Kayte joined us while still walking through a hard season in their marriage and work life, a rare and courageous choice that sets the tone for something truly real.

Together, we explore what it means to communicate during seasons of exhaustion, loss, and inner transformation. Expect insights on navigating marriage in hard times, how Sabbath rest can restore your soul, the role of active listening in healing communication, and how deconstructing ego creates space for authentic connection.

If you've ever questioned your worth, struggled to feel heard in your relationship, or wondered how to slow down in a nonstop world, this episode is for you. Plus, Andrew’s take on protecting creativity from the digital world will stick with you for days.

You can connect with Andrew at sparrowcollective.com.au and with Kayte at admirari.com.au.

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