Parenthood is an adventure! The joys, the frustration, the laughter, and the tears- we all find unique and universal challenges as parents. When one issue resolves, another is waiting in the wings. Our jobs as parents are truly never done. It really is the toughest job you will ever love. The Whinypaluza Podcast is all about inspiring adventures in parenting! Rebecca Greene, LCSW-R and Top 100 Mommy Blogger puts her experience and education in psychology and social work to the test while she shares insightful thoughts on marriage, stay-at-home life, and keeping three energetic kids safe and happy.
On the show, you will hear from bloggers, parenting experts, marriage experts and more as they shed light on tips and tricks to make life with your family better than ever! Find solutions to questions you have and questions you never thought to ask. Whether you are a parenting novice or parenting pro, you are sure to find a valuable source of information and support in the Whinypaluza community.
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Parenthood is an adventure! The joys, the frustration, the laughter, and the tears- we all find unique and universal challenges as parents. When one issue resolves, another is waiting in the wings. Our jobs as parents are truly never done. It really is the toughest job you will ever love. The Whinypaluza Podcast is all about inspiring adventures in parenting! Rebecca Greene, LCSW-R and Top 100 Mommy Blogger puts her experience and education in psychology and social work to the test while she shares insightful thoughts on marriage, stay-at-home life, and keeping three energetic kids safe and happy.
On the show, you will hear from bloggers, parenting experts, marriage experts and more as they shed light on tips and tricks to make life with your family better than ever! Find solutions to questions you have and questions you never thought to ask. Whether you are a parenting novice or parenting pro, you are sure to find a valuable source of information and support in the Whinypaluza community.
Follow Rebecca Greene
Blog: https://www.whinypaluza.com/
Book: http://bit.ly/WhinypaluzaBook
Book 2: https://bit.ly/whinybook2
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whinypaluzaparentingandmarriage
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becgreene5/
Episode 491: Stop Fighting Start Reconnecting Again
The Whinypaluza Podcast
38 minutes
1 month ago
Episode 491: Stop Fighting Start Reconnecting Again
What if every argument in your marriage was actually an invitation for deeper connection?
đź’ž In this touching episode of The Whinypaluza Podcast, host Rebecca Greene sits down with Andrea Dindinger, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over two decades of experience helping couples heal, reconnect, and grow stronger together. Andrea has guided thousands of couples through communication breakdowns, rebuilding trust after betrayal, and finding their way back to closeness after parenting has changed everything.
With training in Somatic Therapy and Brainspotting, Andrea offers unique, body-aware strategies for healing relational trauma and breaking the “loop” of recurring arguments. She shares practical tools like weekly team meetings, emotional check-ins, and even a playful concept she calls “sexy logistics” to help partners rediscover intimacy and ease. Whether you’re navigating burnout, resentment, or emotional distance, this episode is packed with grounded wisdom, laughter, and real solutions for modern love.
đź’ˇ Key Takeaways:
➤ The “looping fight” couples repeat is actually an unspoken call for connection.
➤ Rebuilding trust after betrayal starts with accountability, not blame.
➤ Simple check-ins—weekly, quarterly, and annual—can prevent resentment from festering.
➤ Emotional regulation and listening without rebuttal transform communication.
➤ Play, humor, and physical closeness are powerful ways to reignite love.
đź’¬ Quote from Andrea:
“Every looping fight is a hidden doorway back to connection—if you’re willing to walk through it together.”
📲 Connect with Andrea:
Website: therapywithandrea.love
YouTube: Therapy with Andrea
Instagram & Facebook: @therapywithandrea
🎧 Call to Action:
If you’ve ever felt stuck in the same argument, this episode is your fresh start. Listen now, share with your partner, and don’t forget to subscribe to The Whinypaluza Podcast with Rebecca Greene for more heartfelt conversations about love, family, and connection.
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Parenthood is an adventure! The joys, the frustration, the laughter, and the tears- we all find unique and universal challenges as parents. When one issue resolves, another is waiting in the wings. Our jobs as parents are truly never done. It really is the toughest job you will ever love. The Whinypaluza Podcast is all about inspiring adventures in parenting! Rebecca Greene, LCSW-R and Top 100 Mommy Blogger puts her experience and education in psychology and social work to the test while she shares insightful thoughts on marriage, stay-at-home life, and keeping three energetic kids safe and happy.
On the show, you will hear from bloggers, parenting experts, marriage experts and more as they shed light on tips and tricks to make life with your family better than ever! Find solutions to questions you have and questions you never thought to ask. Whether you are a parenting novice or parenting pro, you are sure to find a valuable source of information and support in the Whinypaluza community.
Follow Rebecca Greene
Blog: https://www.whinypaluza.com/
Book: http://bit.ly/WhinypaluzaBook
Book 2: https://bit.ly/whinybook2
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whinypaluzaparentingandmarriage
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becgreene5/