The Grace Fueled Wife: Christian Marriage Podcast | Rebuild Emotional Intimacy | Healthy Communication | Conflict Resolution

Are you sitting in a marriage that feels empty? Struggling to connect with your husband or wondering why communication in your marriage feels so hard? Maybe you feel lonely in your marriage even though you’re still living under the same roof.

Maybe you’re telling yourself you’re just sticking it out for the kids… and what really keeps you in the marriage is your commitment to God.

If this is you, I’ve been there. And I want to help you reconnect in your marriage, rebuild emotional intimacy, and feel cherished again.

Hey, I’m Beatriz Vargas — a Christian marriage coach, Jesus-loving wife, and mom. I’ve been married for over 15 years, but for the first five years of our marriage we struggled with constant conflict, poor communication, and emotional disconnection.

I was busy telling my husband all the things he was doing wrong — what he needed to change, how he needed Jesus, and what he needed to do to make me happy.

We tried marriage counseling, small groups, and all the things we were told would fix our marriage. Nothing worked… and eventually we separated.

But learning how communication, emotional safety, and grace actually work inside a marriage changed everything.

Today, my husband and I have the affectionate, emotionally connected marriage I once thought was impossible.

The Grace Fueled Wife is a Christian marriage podcast, where you’ll learn how to:

•Stop fighting and rebuild connection in marriage

• communicate more effectively with your husband

• break unhealthy conflict cycles in marriage
• rebuild emotional intimacy and connection
• stop feeling lonely in your marriage
• navigate difficult conversations with grace
• strengthen your Christian marriage even when your husband isn’t changing

If you feel like you’re the only one trying to save your marriage… if you’re tired of having the same arguments over and over… or if you’re longing to feel close again, this podcast will help you understand what’s really happening beneath the surface.

Each week we talk about communication in marriage, conflict resolution, emotional intimacy, and how faith and grace can help restore connection in even the most difficult seasons of marriage.

So grab your journal, take a deep breath, and let’s start creating the connected, grace-fueled marriage you’ve been praying for.

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Episodes

Tuesday Dec 07, 2021

In this episode, we will hear 3 signs of hope for our otherwise hopeless marriages and three signs that perhaps separation is the right course of action. 
 
Wait!!! Before you go! 
Here are some ways you can work with me or become a part of my community!
 
Work with me:
The Grace Fueled Marriage Method: https://gracefueledmarriagemethod.com
Not ready to work with me yet? Feel free to join my FREE Community!
Join me in The Grace Fueled Wives Club on FB! https://www.facebook.com/groups/GraceFueledWifeCommunity/
Become an Insider and get updates on all the podcast news.  Gracefueledwifesteps.gr8.com
The Grace Fueled Marriage method is available here: 
gracefueledmarriagemethod.gr8.com
 
For more: join me in The Grace Fueled Wives Club on FB! If you do - let me know you found it from the show!!! Let’s discuss your interests or positional statements together!!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/GraceFueledWifeCommunity/
 
Reach out to me directly on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/thegracefueledwife
 
Become an Insider! Get special coupon codes and advance notice of sales going on. I also have a gift for you if you do go check out: 
 
Love letter writing class:
communicationworkshop.gr8.com

Monday Nov 29, 2021

Have you ever argued or tried to have a rational discussion with your husband only to have him respond with something like: 
“That’s your issue, not mine”
“I can’t control what you think”
“You’re being so dramatic”
“What about when you did…”
This is so frustrating!!! If your husband often responds to you using statements such as this or  If your husband refuses to take accountability or responsibility for his wrongs and even worse tries to turn it around to you he is using deflection as his defense mechanism. 
While deflection is a symptom of some emotional immaturity and in some cases can be a symptom of a greater issue (i.e. narcissism) there is hope! This episode will give you some tools to cope and overcome deflective behavior.
Wait!!! Before you go! 
Here are some ways you can work with me or become a part of my community!
 
Work with me:
The Grace Fueled Marriage Method: https://gracefueledmarriagemethod.com
Not ready to work with me yet? Feel free to join my FREE Community!
Join me in The Grace Fueled Wives Club on FB! https://www.facebook.com/groups/GraceFueledWifeCommunity/
Become an Insider and get updates on all the podcast news.  Gracefueledwifesteps.gr8.com

Tuesday Nov 23, 2021

In this episode, I quickly give you some of the information we learn in the Grace Fueled Marriage Method where we investigate conflict resolution strategy and discover how to communicate our interest - or reasons for feeling a certain way rather than our position on how we feel. Think about what would happen if politicians discussed issues vs. arguing to defend their stance on them. This strategy will open the doors to communication while avoiding your husband’s defensive reactions. 
 
Wait!!! Before you go! 
Here are some ways you can work with me or become a part of my community!
 
Work with me:
The Grace Fueled Marriage Method: https://gracefueledmarriagemethod.com
Not ready to work with me yet? Feel free to join my FREE Community!
Join me in The Grace Fueled Wives Club on FB! https://www.facebook.com/groups/GraceFueledWifeCommunity/
Become an Insider and get updates on all the podcast news.  Gracefueledwifesteps.gr8.com

Monday Nov 15, 2021

All too often we want a “quick fix” out of the things that we don’t like. We want to “get rich quick” or “loose weight fast” or in the case of marriage we want our husbands to be better right away. We want to go from roommates to soul mates overnight, but sadly, just like when we’ve gained lots of weight, that excess and unhealthiness takes a long time to burn off. In this episode we dig into that very topic.
 
Wait!!! Before you go! 
Here are some ways you can work with me or become a part of my community!
 
Work with me:
The Grace Fueled Marriage Method: https://gracefueledmarriagemethod.com
Not ready to work with me yet? Feel free to join my FREE Community!
Join me in The Grace Fueled Wives Club on FB! https://www.facebook.com/groups/GraceFueledWifeCommunity/
Become an Insider and get updates on all the podcast news.  Gracefueledwifesteps.gr8.com

Tuesday Nov 09, 2021

So often I’ve heard the phrase “my husband feels more like a roommate than a soulmate”. Back when I was in the midst of separation I felt the same way - yet I didn’t know it was a common feeling at the time.
That roommate feeling is a symptom of a much bigger issue. That issue is a lack of intimacy and genuine connection. 
You may already know that you’re lacking intimacy and connection in your marriage. The question is - why? and What can we do to bring back that feeling we once had. 
In this episode, We discuss the reason for this lack of connection in your marriage and how we can work to restore intimacy with your husband. 
Wait!!! Before you go! 
Here are some ways you can work with me or become a part of my community!
 
Work with me:
The Grace Fueled Marriage Method: https://gracefueledmarriagemethod.com
Not ready to work with me yet? Feel free to join my FREE Community!
Join me in The Grace Fueled Wives Club on FB! https://www.facebook.com/groups/GraceFueledWifeCommunity/
Become an Insider and get updates on all the podcast news.  Gracefueledwifesteps.gr8.com

Wednesday Oct 27, 2021

As Christians, we often avoid talking about sex. Why?? In this episode, we go there! 
 
We specifically talk about what it means for wives whose husbands want sex more than they do. We identify several myths about the topic and explore how you can start to have more loving, connected sex with your husband that you're looking forward to -  rather than doing it out of obligation. 
 
Our guest, Janna Denton Howes is a Desire Coach who helps women married to men, create intimacy in their marriage that feels authentic. 
 
Did you love our guest today? You can find her at:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jannadentonhowes/?hl=en
Website:
https://jannadentonhowes.com/blog/
Want It more workshop:
https://jannadentonhowes.com/wantingitmore/
 
Wait!!! Before you go! 
Here are some ways you can work with me or become a part of my community!
 
Work with me:
The Grace Fueled Marriage Method: https://gracefueledmarriagemethod.com
Not ready to work with me yet? Feel free to join my FREE Community!
Join me in The Grace Fueled Wives Club on FB! https://www.facebook.com/groups/GraceFueledWifeCommunity/
Become an Insider and get updates on all the podcast news.  Gracefueledwifesteps.gr8.com

Thursday Oct 21, 2021

Having a child can GREATLY affect your marriage. The entire dynamic changes. For many couples, it means that all the focus goes to the children while the marriage is left to suffer in the background. 
 
In this excerpt from an interview I did with Cynthia Castro of the Rooted Working Mom Podcast we discuss how to NOT let your marriage take a backseat to the kids.  For the full 2 part episode go check out her show!!
 
We got into so much goodness in this interview so be sure to take notes!
Did you love our guest today? You can find her at:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/cynthia.p.castro/
Rooted Working Mom Podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rooted-working-mom-christian-mom-raising-kingdom-kids/id1577009841
 
Wait!!! Before you go! 
Here are some ways you can work with me or become a part of my community!
 
Work with me:
The Grace Fueled Marriage Method: https://gracefueledmarriagemethod.com
Not ready to work with me yet? Feel free to join my FREE Community!
Join me in The Grace Fueled Wives Club on FB! https://www.facebook.com/groups/GraceFueledWifeCommunity/
Become an Insider and get updates on all the podcast news.  Gracefueledwifesteps.gr8.com

Wednesday Oct 13, 2021

Do you feel anxiety or depression when your marriage isn’t going well? You are not alone! How to handle emotional distress and marriage. As much as we love our husbands it can feel difficult to see past the dark places we sometimes find ourselves. 
 
Here you will find hope and encouragement for those dark moments in marriage as well as a community to help you through the other side. Learn what it feels like to be seen, heard, and appreciated! 
 
Wait!!! Before you go! 
Here are some ways you can work with me or become a part of my community!
 
Work with me:
The Grace Fueled Marriage Method: https://gracefueledmarriagemethod.com
Not ready to work with me yet? Feel free to join my FREE Community!
Join me in The Grace Fueled Wives Club on FB! https://www.facebook.com/groups/GraceFueledWifeCommunity/
Become an Insider and get updates on all the podcast news.  Gracefueledwifesteps.gr8.com

Monday Oct 04, 2021

If you’ve been sitting in a season of disconnectedness with your husband - a season of feeling like he’s your roommate rather than your lover or your soulmate here is a tactical tip to rebuild the intimacy. 
 
When we are feeling discouraged in marriage it can be difficult to think of the good things about our husband and while in theory, this tip should be easy, when put into practice in the midst of a strained relationship it can seem almost impossible. 
 
Here is a way to break through that thought pattern and finally see some breakthrough. 
 
Hey love, I want to hear all the things!! Do you have any topics you would like me to discuss? Questions about something going on in your marriage? Hit me up on IG, FB or email and let me know a little about you or jump into the Grace Fueled Wives Club and let us know in the group!
Wait!!! Before you go! Are you new around here and want to know more about me?
Here are some ways you can work with me or become a part of my community!
The Community...
Join me in The Grace Fueled Wives Club on FB! https://www.facebook.com/groups/GraceFueledWifeCommunity/
Become an Insider! I have a gift for you. Go check out! gracefueledwifesteps.gr8.com
I want to hear all the things. Hit me up on IG or FB and let me know. Reach out to me directly on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/thegracefueledwife
 
Work with me:
The Grace Fueled Marriage Method is my signature marriage course - check the link for details https://gracefueledmarriagemethod.gr8.com/
1:1 Coaching call                                                    https://calendly.com/beatrizvargas/45-min-coaching-call
 

Tuesday Sep 21, 2021

Do you want to have a more loving and connected marriage? Have you read all the books or tried all the courses and podcasts but are still struggling in your connection to your husband? Do you feel more like a roommate and wonder what is it you’re doing wrong - or more commonly, figure it has to be your husband’s fault. 
 
Welcome to the club! This secret has helped so many women. Learn how you can move towards a more loving, connected, and intimate marriage without actually doing a thing!
 
Wait!!! Before you go! 
Here are some ways you can work with me or become a part of my community!
 
Work with me:
The Grace Fueled Marriage Method: https://gracefueledmarriagemethod.com
Not ready to work with me yet? Feel free to join my FREE Community!
Join me in The Grace Fueled Wives Club on FB! https://www.facebook.com/groups/GraceFueledWifeCommunity/
Become an Insider and get updates on all the podcast news.  Gracefueledwifesteps.gr8.com

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