In this episode of Conversations for Couples, Julie and David sit down with Rick Cognata, founder of Legacy of a Grandpa and author of "Connecting Across Generations: One Conversation at a Time." Rick shares invaluable insights on intentional grandparenting, creating core memories, and building lasting relationships with grandchildren. From navigating boundaries to understanding the importance of presence over perfection, this conversation explores how to be the grandparent your grandchildren will cherish for a lifetime.

Rick discusses his journey from leadership developer to grandparenting advocate, the importance of starting early to build strong foundations, and practical strategies for long-distance grandparenting. Whether you're already a grandparent, soon to be one, or simply interested in multi-generational relationships, this episode offers wisdom, humor, and actionable advice.

Connect with Rick Cognata:
Instagram: @legacyofagrandpa
Website: https://legacyofagrandpa.com
Email: legacyofagrandpa@gmail.com
Book: "Connecting Across Generations: One Conversation at a Time" (available on Amazon)

Connect with The Bulitts:
Website: https://thebulitts.com/
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Join Julie and David Bulitt in this insightful episode as they welcome relationship therapist Jamie Bronstein, LCSW, to discuss the keys to finding and maintaining healthy relationships. Jamie shares her expertise on healing unresolved issues, trusting your intuition, and knowing when you've found "the one." They explore common relationship challenges including infidelity and financial issues, the importance of empathy and communication, and how to differentiate between past trauma triggers and genuine red flags. Jamie also reveals her unique approach to helping couples reconnect and discusses her book "Manifesting" and upcoming Ready for Love Summit. Plus, hear candid insights about how relationship professionals navigate their own partnerships.

Guest: Jamie Bronstein, LCSW
Website: https://therelationshipexpert.com
Instagram: @therelationshipxpert
Book: Manifesting (available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble)
Ready for Love Summit: https://readyforlovesummit.com
Podcast: Love Talk Live
The Bulitts Website: https://thebulitts.com/

• 👰 Best moment: Officiating their daughter’s wedding
• 💃 Best date night: Salt + Vine & cowboy dance lessons in Wyoming
• 🧴 Favorite products: Lumify eye drops, RevitaLash, La Roche-Posay B5 serum
• 🎵 Music finds: The Dip, Red Clay Strays, and Ashley McBryde
• 🎥 Best shows: The Beast in Me, Landman, Shrinking, Nobody Wants This
• 🍔 Best food: Cheeseburger at No Name Saloon & Costco’s croissant pastry
• 📚 Best book: The Many Lives of Mama Love by Lara Love Hardin
• 🏔️ Best view: Snake River and Tetons on horseback in Jackson Hole