Stronger Together: Couples & Self-Care for Anxiety Relief
Episode Summary:
Good evening and welcome to a special self-care edition of the show! Tonight, we're breaking new ground, and we’re so glad you’re here to join us. In this episode, your hosts Craig (aka Coffee) and Anna Marie (aka Cuddles) dive into the topic of self-care as a couple and how it can help relieve anxiety.
We’ve touched on aspects of self-care before, but today we’re getting into the meat and potatoes (or should we say, coffee and creamer?) of it! Whether you or your partner struggle with stress, anxiety, or just feeling overwhelmed, we’re sharing practical ways to support each other, stay connected, and build healthy self-care habits together.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
☕ The importance of self-care in relationships and how anxiety affects couples
❤️ Practical self-care strategies for individuals and partners
🛑 How to create a "No Phone Zone" for better connection
🕰 The 5-5-5 Rule – A structured way to communicate and de-stress together
🎯 Why rituals & routines (like Wordle & Waffle!) help strengthen relationships
💬 How to check in with your partner without judgment
🔄 The difference between listening vs. fixing problems
Mentioned in This Episode:
- The 5-5-5 Rule (5 minutes to share, 5 minutes to brainstorm, 5 minutes to relax together)
- The No Phone Zone (dedicated quality time without distractions)
- Why self-care isn’t selfish – Encouraging your partner to take a break
- Our personal rituals (Wordle, daily check-ins, and a good cup of coffee!)
Take the Challenge!
🎯 Try one self-care strategy from this episode with your partner this week! It might feel awkward at first, but the more you practice, the more natural it becomes.
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