Brace yourself for some raw insights that might stir emotions as we explore the 10 Questions to Ask Before Getting Married. Questions for yourself and questions for your partner.  In this episode, I'm joined by the incredible Dr. Abby Medcalf and we navigate the truths that often lie beneath the surface of relationships. We talk about redefining your connection, embarking on a journey of self-discovery ​​and fortifying your partnerships. Click HERE to become a premium subscriber and unlock all of the amazingness: Ad-free, full episodes TBWPP Wedding Planning Resource Center Monthly Wedding Planning Happy Hours via Zoom with Michelle Bonus Episodes Extra tools and gifts get sprinkled in every so often! Topics We Covered Why we avoid difficult conversations Helpful tactics to start the conversation Words to avoid when having difficult conversations Tools to communicate with your partner Having high standards and low expectations Unconditional acceptance vs. unconditional love Is Porn Cheating? About Our Guest Dr. Abby Medcalf is a Relationship Maven, psychologist, author, podcast host and Tedxspeaker who has helped thousands of people think differently so they can create connection, ease and joy in their relationships (especially the one with yourself)!  Links We Referenced Relationships Made Easy with Dr. Abby Medcalf Abby on Instagram  Abby’s Website Abby on TikTok Abby’s Book: Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing The Big Wedding Planning Podcast is... Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics On Instagram @thebigweddingplanningpodcast and be sure to use #planthatwedding when posting, so you can get our attention! Inviting you to become part of our Facebook Group! Join us and our amazing members. Just search for The Big Wedding Planning Podcast Community on Facebook. Easy to get in touch with. Email us at [email protected] or Call and leave a message at 415-723-1625 and you might hear your voice on an episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices