The Sibling Trap

In a relationship, why are so many quick to leave rather than stay and make it work?

Both Barry and Katrina have experienced divorce and discuss the weight of staying versus leaving when kids are involved.

What are appealing aspects that may motivate some to leave a relationship? What uncomfortable things are they avoiding when leaving?

Katrina shares a milestone she and her significant other experienced ...

Coming from two different ends of the spectrum, how are we navigating co-parenting?

Barry has a few years ahead of Katrina in this category, and he shares a bit about a recent revelation of how far he’s come with his ex.

Katrina is just starting this co-parenting journey as she’s in the middle of a divorce.How can you focus on respectful communication daily and during certain circumstances?

Focusing on b...

The very heated debate of man vs. bear has led us to today's episode.

Women are sharing about why they would feel more comfortable seeing and being alone with a bear in the woods than with a random man in the woods.

But I propose a question to Barry and put him on the spot by asking what he is doing to help women feel safer in the world. 

This is the perfect reason to be more mindful and compassionat...

Barry comes into the conversation with a unique perspective on his work as a social media specialist for a gun manufacturer and the trouble he has promoting the mission or community within the firearms industry. 
 
 With an extensive history within the military, he’s rarely been without a weapon in the jobs he’s had until now. 
 
 Katrina has a vastly different stance on this. As a mom, she is personally very resist...

When you're in a dark place, compliments just hit differently. Sometimes you are questioning people's motives for giving compliments in the first place. But then there are times when you're so emotionally fragile that you can't let yourself really feel the compliment because you could spontaneously become a puddle of tears. 

Katrina started a new job recently and talks about the imposter syndrome that c...

Can using social media as a dating app be a more respectable way to meet someone in today's society? Or do you feel that meeting someone in person out at a bar or somewhere similar?

Barry and Katrina discuss what to do if someone messages you repeatedly on social media. What messages should you reply to, and what types of messages are red flags?

We'd love to hear your opinion on this matter. Head over to...

In today’s society, it can feel like society is against us when entering a new relationship. The scrutiny and outside opinions can dampen the start of something new and help you see red flags you may be overlooking.
 
 Would you/do you share your spouse or significant other on social media? Why or why not?
 
 Is it a red flag if someone does NOT want to go public with your relationship?

Similarly, would you...

Navigate White Water Rapids or navigate a relationship after a divorce/ breakup, then add kids to the fun…?Hand me a paddle!

There are moments in life that define us as parents. How do you move forward and continue to seek the best interests of your kids? It can be tough to trust new people we bring into their lives.

Katrina and Barry dive into the rapids (pun intended) of the cautions of bringing fly-by situation...

Have you ever been in a relationship with someone who knew what you needed before asking for it?

Have you gone out of your way to do kind things for your partner, knowing that it would make their life easier? 

Katrina and Barry talk about their different seasons of life currently, one single and one in a relationship, and how partners have stepped up and done considerate things for them that may be overlooked or t...

Rage.
We all feel it.
But how are we preventing it mindfully?

We don't have to always resort to negative coping or projecting onto those around us because we feel rage.

Both Barry and Katrina discuss how your partner can be a positive source of support in these moments and the negative spiral that begins to happen when the partner is not supportive.

Your mental health is so important, and we...

Have you ever noticed that every time you get close to someone, you feel like you would just be better off alone?

Too often people create misconceptions about the depth of a relationship or rush into expressing love *cough cough lovebombing* rather than allowing those feelings to flow naturally.

In this episode, Barry reflects on his decision to remain single and give up the chase for love while Katrina provides i...

We take things to the next level with deep conversation prompts to get to know each other better and understand ourselves more. 

Questions we touched on in today's episode are:

What is something people believe about you that isn’t true?
 
 Do you show your full or true self around others?
 
 Do you feel like people assume that you have everything together but really struggle behind the scenes?...

"What did I do (or not do) to make you seek attention elsewhere?"
Have you ever been in a position where you felt that you were the reason your partner wasn't loyal to you?

We peel back the layers of experiencing a partner cheating on you on today's episode of The Sibling Trap podcast.

What red flags are often overlooked?
What are gray areas that could be misconstrued or misinterpreted?...

As Katrina moves through her divorce, things are coming up for her as she steps into a role as a breadwinner.

How is she keeping a positive mindset with so much financial uncertainty moving forward?

What are her worries going from a stay-at-home mom with a side job to a full-on supporter of herself and the children?

How have Barry and Katrina adjusted their spending habits during months when money is a bi...

What is the best etiquette while navigating divorce with kids?
How should the dynamic with extended family or in-laws change?

Katrina shares her current struggle with this and gives insight into what she expects moving forward while helping others understand how a family could support moms through this hard chapter.

Sharing about this on the podcast is difficult, but we created this space to have the hard conv...

What does it feel like when you're finally in a secure relationship?

Was there an invisible string tying you to each other all along?

It's so fascinating seeing how there were moments where things ALMOST happened that would have brought two people together earlier.

What if your soulmate is already in your life, but you've been all in on other relationships, preventing you from entertaining ...

Will you know when you meet your soulmate?

Is it possible to move too fast when you DO meet them?

Do you feel it's more natural to go fast in relationships as an adult when you feel a once-in-a-lifetime connection?

It seems we never know what's around the corner for us or what the universe has in store for us.

If you're in the thick of it, please keep going.
Please keep holding...

In today's episode, Katrina and Barry sit down and discuss the sacrifices men are making to have a successful career.

The pressure that society is under to have a well-paying job is costing us in a variety of ways.

What type of time, social, financial, and mental sacrifices are you willing to make in order to feel comfortable?

Would love to hear your takeaways!
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This is part TWO of our guest session discussing the attachment styles.

You all loved when we touched on the attachment styles earlier this season, and we put out an open offer for anyone who had a secure attachment style to come and join us in a conversation.

How are we showing up in our relationships?
What patterns do we have that maybe aren't the healthiest?
How willing are we to be vulnerable with...