Creating Love Together
87 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 122 ratingsFrom teen mom to single mom to boss babe, Jamie Holloway is here to inspire other women with her straightforward and genuine approach. As women we shouldn’t be in competition with each other, we should be cheering each other on as we compete against ourselves. Jamie shares her personal stories and life lessons to encourage other women in the journey of improvement. Beyond becoming our best selves, Jamie’s husband Tim joins in for both perspectives on developing a stronger connection and purpose in your marriage as well. No topic will be off limits with your new favorite power couple!
Homepage Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Episodes
Bibles, A$$holes, and , B!tches
January 12, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MBBibles, A$$holes, and B!tches
When to Walk Away?
January 05, 2022 11:00 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MBCreating Love Together is back! Well rested and with new mics, Tim and Jamie are ready to dive into some serious topics. If you’ve never seen anything starring Mariana van Zeller, Tim and Jamie say you’re missing out. Van Zeller is a Portuguese journalist known for her hard hitting pieces about current world problems. Last night, Tim and Jamie watched a documentary about human trafficking. The people doing the trafficking are smooth and know how to sell the lifestyle. Even more surprisi...
Effective Communication & Active Listening
August 17, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MBOne of the hardest aspects when it comes to communicating effectively is patience and thinking before you speak. People won’t always meet our expectations, and we can’t get bent out of shape. When we’re in an argument, our walls go up, and we go into self-defense mode. Our initial response is often to attack the other person. It’s so important to learn to pause and think before you speak. Beyond not saying things you don’t mean, you’re taking a moment to truly understand what's being sa...
Doing Something New
August 09, 2021 21:25 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MBTim and Jamie have been trying a lot of new things in the name of adventure lately. Jamie says one of the most thrilling things she’s done in a while was cryotherapy. Tim prefers to call it freeze-your-ass-off therapy. It wasn’t just a crazy thing to do, though, it had quite a few health benefits. One being your body goes into fight or flight and, not being able to flee, its first response is to protect your organs. It’s a great clean out for your organs. Jamie says it was exhilarating...
Captain Save-a-hoe
August 03, 2021 10:00 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MBCaptain Save-a-hoe, white knight syndrome, or being a savior, whatever you want to call it, it’s codependency, and it’s not healthy. It doesn’t matter if you’re the one doing the saving or the one always needing to be saved, we’re taught these roles from a young age. Just look at the cliché princess in some sort of trouble and the white knight has to come save her. The biggest thing in any relationship, whether it be husband and wife, parent and child, or boss and employee, is the presenc...
Coming To Save The Day
August 03, 2021 10:00 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MBWhite knight syndrome or being a savior, whatever you want to call it, it’s codependency, and it’s not healthy. It doesn’t matter if you’re the one doing the saving or the one always needing to be saved, we’re taught these roles from a young age. Just look at the cliché princess in some sort of trouble and the white knight has to come save her. The biggest thing in any relationship, whether it be husband and wife, parent and child, or boss and employee, is the presence of interdependency....
A Rollercoaster and an Adventure
July 30, 2021 20:56 - 36 minutes - 50.8 MBTim and Jamie are celebrating five years since their first date. With Tim working in a treatment center and Jamie working with at-risk youth, they were each other’s sounding board after a long, hard day. They both describe their relationship as a rollercoaster and an adventure. Fast-forward to today, and they live and work together from home, giving them plenty of opportunity to rub each other the wrong way…or the right way. This past week, they’ve had some issues to navigate, and they're ...
Missing for Two Years
July 20, 2021 21:20 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MBCreating Love Together is back after an almost two-year hiatus. They’re re-energized and back with the same topics and conversations. Find out what they’ve been up to, from starting a new business to getting healthier. They’re eager to share everything they’ve been learning with us regarding their holistic journey and habit transformation. They’re now super aware of what they’re putting in their bodies and have begun to make their own soaps and detergents. Likewise, they’ve also been wo...
Choosing Your Partner Over The Argument
August 22, 2019 10:00 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MBBeing in a relationship can give you butterflies but what happens if arguments ensue and both parties refuse to cave in? Who should take the first step and initiate the conversation? In this episode, Tim and Jamie tackle the topic of “extending the olive branch” or reaching out to your partner, as well as “getting out of a funk” while discussing the importance of behavioral maturity along the way.
Walking the Path Together
August 15, 2019 10:00 - 14 minutes - 20 MBAt some point in life with your partner, you build a plan together for the future. But what if on your journey, one of you deviates in a different direction leaving the other person behind? How will you deal with the feelings of being left behind? Tim and Jamie tackle this topic in todays episode. The overall vision of building and creating something together seems to be the ideal vision, but life has many challenges. Tim and Jamie share with us how they managed to deal with a similar scenar...
Reaching Your Breaking Point
August 13, 2019 10:00 - 20 minutes - 28.5 MBA healthy relationship is not always about butterflies and rainbows. Sometimes, reality kicks you both in the head and forces you to figure out how to continue moving forward. You may come home stressed from work only to find your spouse also stressed out. In this episode, our favorite couple, Tim and Jamie, tells us how they picked themselves up from a breakdown and what do couples should learn from it. Do you want to be among other top shelf podcasters like myself? Click on the link bel...
Secrets to a Happy, Long-Lasting Relationship
August 06, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 42.5 MBHow to keep a relationship strong? In this episode, Tim and Jamie reminisce the love and war they went through to reach their 3rd anniversary, which they recently celebrated. From that romantic moment when Tim asked Jamie to be his girlfriend and to the present time celebrating their third anniversary, our favorite couple has some sweet stories to tell. Tim and Jamie also share what they have done to make their relationship strong and happy through the years. Do you want to be among other ...
Defusing the Bomb
August 02, 2019 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.94 MBTim and Jamie got into an intense argument while celebrating the anniversary of their first date. In the heat of the moment, Jamie noticed that Tim refused to listen to whatever she had to say. Reaching the point of giving up on the argument, Jamie decided to wait until tomorrow before expressing her feelings. To her surprise, Jamie finds out that her husband was more understanding. Many women encounter these same problems communicating with their respective partners during a fight. Jamie ma...
Living, Dreaming and Achieving Side by Side
July 30, 2019 10:00 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MBDo you believe that behind every great man is a woman? Jamie surely does not. How about doing things side by side? In this episode, you will learn about taking marriage as a partnership all the way. With her husband, Tim, Jamie will discuss making decisions together, and the role of communication to a great marriage. Whether it's about your relationships, jobs, and money, your new favorite power couple will show how treating husbands like kings should equal to treating wives like queens, too...
Falling Out Of Love?
July 23, 2019 17:38 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MBWhat makes a good marriage? Love. But what is love anyway? Love is when care for your partner and their interest just as much as your own. But love also goes a little bit farther than that with a sense of admiration for the other person. So in marriage, if you've lost your admiration for your partner, you are in pretty big trouble! In this episode, Jamie is joined by Tim as they talk about how love and admiration are crucial ingredients in a good and healthy marriage. Do you want to be amo...
Aim For Happiness And Stop Worrying
July 18, 2019 10:00 - 6 minutes - 8.92 MBOver-thinking, in general, happens whether you want to or not. It may be a comment on your photo or something someone told you on the way to work. But why do women make such a big deal out of everyone’s opinions of us? Strong women don’t owe anyone anything, right? Regardless of what you hear, what they say, or what people think, do you and aim for your happiness! Do you want to be among other top shelf podcasters like myself? Click on the link below to learn more about what it takes to s...
Bring Back Your Purpose
July 16, 2019 10:00 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MBHave you thought about that one time you’ve been doing something that you liked, and you felt good about it? Looking back, did it make sense why you chose to do that? This episode focuses on the WHY's. Why did you do it? Why is it important? Why are you continually thinking about it? Girl, being in a relationship is fun, but you have to make time for yourself and go back to the stuff you did before everything and at the same time figure out the WHY's in your life. Do you want to be among o...
Forget What Others Think
July 11, 2019 10:00 - 8 minutes - 12.3 MBIt’s such a bummer that people are always on their phone wherever they are. I mean, like, what is the big deal that you have to stare at your screen, ignore everyone around you, and barely look anyone in the eye? Anyway, some find it really disrespectful that you choose to focus on your phone instead of valuing your time together. If that’s the only thing you want to do, why bother going out at all? This episode talks about events during the 4th of July when people were too focused on their ...
The Comparison Trap
July 09, 2019 10:00 - 29 minutes - 40 MB“What the hell happened? I don’t want to do this! It’s not working.” I’m sure you have had the same exact thoughts when something unexpected happens, when things don’t go as planned, or when you just aren’t reaching your goals. Tim and Jamie point out that you are experiencing ‘blah’ moments. These moments don’t care who you are, whether you’re rich or poor, fat or skinny. Frustration and depression might hit you big time if you are unaware of these ‘blah’ moments. You might even stop doing ...
Naked & Unafraid
July 02, 2019 10:00 - 39 minutes - 54.1 MBJamie’s guest today is most known for being a mom of 18 and the host of ‘The Naked Podcaster’ podcast. Jen Taylor is unapologetic in her quest for a life of freedom, including freedom from pants. Jamie and Jen discuss looking for the positive impacts others have on their lives, without comparing themselves to others. Go after the life you want, not the life you think you should have. Check out www.momof18.com for more inspiration. Do you want to be among other top shelf podcasters like...
Instant Gratification, Delayed Regret
June 27, 2019 10:00 - 8 minutes - 11.9 MBWe live in an age of instant gratification, we want everything now regardless of what that means for later. Just ask Jamie about her recent run-in with instant gratification and the delayed regret it ultimately brought her. None of us are immune to the allure of instant anything, and quick fixes are offered everywhere we turn. But, it’s not quality. It’s not built to last. We have to put in the work for what we want, and we have to stop comparing our beginning to someone else's middle or...
All About Balls
June 25, 2019 10:00 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBJamie is joined by Tim as they talk all about balls; blue balls, bocce balls, bowling balls, Jamie’s balls… until Tim says, “Enough about balls!”. It’s obvious Jamie and Tim like to have fun, but even they struggle to get their brains off of work. All work and no play makes anyone dull. What are you doing to have fun and reward yourself for your hard work? Don’t waste a moment of your play time wondering what other people are thinking. Be silly, have fun, just do you! Do you want to be...
Cover-up Or Overcomer?
June 20, 2019 16:52 - 10 minutes - 14.6 MBToday we’re talking makeup, but it’s not what you think. Are you using makeup for a confidence boost, or are you using it to cover up a flaw? What insecurities are you working at covering rather than overcoming? Jamie isn’t immune to insecurity, even when it comes to this podcast. She chooses to put her effort into battling insecurities rather than into covering them up. Tune in to find out how you can face your flaws. Do you want to be among other top shelf podcasters like myself? C...
Set-up For Success
June 18, 2019 10:00 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MBToday Jamie is joined by Tim as she gets his perspective on how parents can set their kids up for success, and how they sometimes set them up for failure. It’s hard to imagine, but Tim says he used to be an aggressive parent and Jamie admits she used to often end up the screaming parent. That was until they sat down and decided what type of parents they wanted to be. So what do you think it takes to make a good parent? I'll bet shame and control aren't on the list. Do you want to be am...
When You Look At It That Way
June 13, 2019 10:00 - 10 minutes - 14.9 MBJamie’s world has been rocked by words of wisdom from Rachel Hollis once again. We all know life is hard and can really suck sometimes, but consider some of the bad times were placed in your life for the overall good? Sometimes we think the universe is working against us, but Jamie encourages us to look back with the mentality that, that was life doing good by us. You may just find it to be true more often than not. Do you want to be among other top shelf podcasters like myself? Click ...
Woulda. Coulda. Shoulda.
June 11, 2019 10:00 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MBJamie’s guest today is a relationship coach, best selling author, and host of the Doing Divorce Right podcast. Jennifer Hurvitz and Jamie are two peas in a pod and once they get past showering each other in compliments they dive into some deep conversations. Join us as we cover everything from getting divorced vs. staying married to blending families and loving our children more than we hate our exes. Check out Jennifer at... https://m.facebook.com/jenniferhurvitzbiz/ https://podcasts....
That’s Not Independence
June 06, 2019 10:00 - 11 minutes - 15.3 MBHow often, as a wife or mother, have you neglected your own needs to please your husband or children? Jamie says that used to be her, to a T. Not only was it not a healthy mindset, but it just wasn’t sustainable. Sooner or later it will catch up with you and you will breakdown; Jamie speaks from experience. Tune in to hear how she intentionally changed her mindset and what tool she's working on to help you shift yours. Do you want to be among other top shelf podcasters like myself? Cl...
Letting Go Of The Security Blanket
June 04, 2019 10:00 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBWelcome to the first official episode of Just Do You, if you haven’t heard Creating Love Together has re-branded. Tim joins Jamie to share his perspective on their journey over the last 48 episodes. It’s no secret that Tim was Jamie’s security blanket, which your spouse should be a support in uncertain times, but Jamie has officially stepped into her power. Tim says he enjoyed the process of being what Jamie needed at the time, but he’s really enjoying watching his woman own it. Do you ...
Big Changes
May 30, 2019 10:00 - 13 minutes - 17.9 MBThe ‘Creating Love Together’ brand is retiring, but don’t worry we’re bringing you bigger and better things in its place. Jamie discusses how the vision has morphed over time and what you can expect with the new ‘Just Do You’ brand set to launch June 4th. Jamie is bringing us women so much more to help us lead our best lives. And while Tim will still be here to help round out relationship advice he also has a new podcast, Be The Man which made iTunes New and Noteworthy list just today! ...
It’s Just A Moment
May 28, 2019 10:00 - 28 minutes - 39.2 MBIs it a sucky life or just a sucky moment in life? Tim and Jamie say that is your choice to make. Challenges and pain are needed to grow, but when we avoid pain or settle into the challenges we stunt our own growth. Looking back on everything they have gone through in the past 6 months, Tim and Jamie say they would both do it all again because they wouldn’t be where they are now otherwise. Do you want to be among other top shelf podcasters like myself? Click on the link below to learn ...
You’re Not A Victim - Just Do You
May 23, 2019 10:00 - 11 minutes - 15.9 MBHow many women do you know that spend their whole girl’s night out complaining about their husbands or kids? Is that accomplishing anything other than wasting a perfectly good night out? Actually, it’s also strengthening your victim response. Life will always have its hardships, but we magnify what we focus on so why are we making our speed bumps larger than necessary. Jamie is challenging listeners to retrain their brains to seek out and focus on all we have to be grateful for. Do you ...
The Marriage Mindset
May 21, 2019 10:00 - 41 minutes - 57.5 MBToday Tim and Jamie are joined by coach, motivational speaker and good friend, Gerritt Bake and his wife Melissa. Gerritt will be the first to admit that he made many mistakes in his marriage that nearly led him and Melissa to divorce, but ultimately he took ownership. Today Gerritt and Melissa open up about their struggles, the breakdown, the new mindset they had to adapt and the conscious efforts they now choose to put in every day. Do you want to be among other top shelf podcasters ...
Ah Ha Moment - Just Do You
May 14, 2019 10:00 - 13 minutes - 18.8 MBJamie is coming at you solo with her very first episode of ‘Just Do You’, a podcast near and dear to her heart. Why are we, as women, worried more about what other people think than our own happiness? Jamie has vowed to be the woman she needed in her corner when she was younger, and she’s ready to do that through this project. Listen in as she explains how this idea came about and where she plans to take it. Do you want to be among other top shelf podcasters like myself? Click on the ...
Babe, Just Do You
May 13, 2019 10:00 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MBIf you haven’t heard by now, Jamie has been working towards launching a new solo podcast, and she recently fell into a name for it. She knew she wanted a podcast aimed more at women and helping us all to live our best lives, not needing validation from outside sources. She was seeking that validation recently when she questioned whether her sex drive had become too much for Tim, to which he replied, “Babe, just do you”. So, today we announce that 'Just Do You' launches Tuesday the 14th! ...
Your Kids + My Kids = Our Kids
May 07, 2019 16:27 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MBBlended families are more common than ever, but that doesn’t make them any easier to navigate. When Jamie joined Match.com she wasn’t looking for the 40-year-old virgin, she knew odds were most men would have children. When Tim got matched with Jamie, her 4 kids didn’t scare him in the least. Today they discuss how, through trial and error, understanding and communication, they were able to blend their families. Do you want to be among other top shelf podcasters like myself? Click on th...
From Sh*t Can Grow A Beautiful Rose
May 03, 2019 16:34 - 33 minutes - 46.2 MBTim is laying on the compliments today, but Jamie deserves every single one. The couple is thrilled with the ride they’re on and are expecting great things. Today we’re talking about taking the hard road vs easy street. Are you doing all you can to improve your health, relationships or business? Are you coasting on good when you could be working at great? Tim and Jamie share their experiences while enjoying the view from their road of choice. Do you want to be among other top shelf podc...
Just Meet Me In The Middle
May 01, 2019 10:00 - 33 minutes - 46.2 MBDo you know someone whose motto could be, “my way or the highway”? Jamie had to deal with this type of person and was left with a headache and wanting to know, how do you deal with these types of people. Sometimes it’s easier to completely concede in these situations, but doing so can be a very slippery slope. Today Tim and Jamie talk about the circle of influence vs circle of concern and the importance of boundaries. Do you want to be among other top shelf podcasters like myself? Clic...
Balancing Each Other Out
April 25, 2019 07:00 - 26 minutes - 36 MBDo you and your spouse work well together? For Jamie and Tim, starting a business together meant learning each other’s strengths and weaknesses and balancing each other out. Tim likes to dive in and get things done, Jamie has great attention to detail which takes more time. This could be a recipe for frustration, or it could be an opportunity to get further together than they ever could apart. Communication and commitment to a shared goal is the key. Do you want to be among other top shelf ...
No Time Like The Present
April 18, 2019 07:00 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MBTim takes a moment to commend Jamie for really taking action in her life lately, which reminds her of a powerful message she wants to share with listeners. Have you ever found that sometimes the easiest person to flake on is yourself? Do you have big ideas for your life, but when it comes time to take action you find yourself saying, “I’ll start tomorrow”? It’s time to respect yourself enough to show up for yourself, consistently, until you have retrained your brain. Start today! Do you wan...
No Time Like The Present | 038
April 18, 2019 07:00 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MBTim takes a moment to commend Jamie for really taking action in her life lately, which reminds her of a powerful message she wants to share with listeners. Have you ever found that sometimes the easiest person to flake on is yourself? Do you have big ideas for your life, but when it comes time to take action you find yourself saying, “I’ll start tomorrow”? It’s time to respect yourself enough to show up for yourself, consistently, until you have retrained your brain. Start today! Do you wan...
Smells Like Teen Spirit
April 12, 2019 16:50 - 31 minutes - 42.8 MBBeing a parent to a teenager is a crazy time, helping them transition into adulthood, having them push back because they suddenly know it all. Have you ever had your teenager admit that you were right and they were wrong? Jamie got that call yesterday and is trying to not be too smug, reminding herself that she had to make that call before. Tim thought he had kept a step ahead through his continuous work with youth, but realized he’s not as hip as he thought when some new lingo stumps him. ...
Smells Like Teen Spirit | 037
April 12, 2019 16:50 - 31 minutes - 42.8 MBBeing a parent to a teenager is a crazy time, helping them transition into adulthood, having them push back because they suddenly know it all. Have you ever had your teenager admit that you were right and they were wrong? Jamie got that call yesterday and is trying to not be too smug, reminding herself that she had to make that call before. Tim thought he had kept a step ahead through his continuous work with youth, but realized he’s not as hip as he thought when some new lingo stumps him. ...
Trust The Process | 036
April 09, 2019 07:00 - 29 minutes - 41 MBIn episode 29 of Creating Love Together, “Destroy The Lie”, you’ll recall Jamie was working on overcoming her negative thought process of ‘everything good gets taken away’. If you’ve ever had to battle your own negative thinking you know how hard it can be, but Jamie was all in, and then that good thing was taken away. Tim was worried this would reaffirm Jamie’s former beliefs, but she says it actually taught her a lot about trusting the process and allowing something even better to come alo...
Trust The Process
April 09, 2019 07:00 - 29 minutes - 41 MBIn episode 29 of Creating Love Together, “Destroy The Lie”, you’ll recall Jamie was working on overcoming her negative thought process of ‘everything good gets taken away’. If you’ve ever had to battle your own negative thinking you know how hard it can be, but Jamie was all in, and then that good thing was taken away. Tim was worried this would reaffirm Jamie’s former beliefs, but she says it actually taught her a lot about trusting the process and allowing something even better to come alo...
I Have A Dream!
April 04, 2019 07:00 - 33 minutes - 45.6 MBJamie admits she wasn’t much of a dreamer, she didn’t allow herself to dream because she didn’t feel worthy. Then Tim came along to bust that bubble! The couple began dreaming together about their future, but Jamie was still hesitant to dream for herself, that is until Rachel Hollis started inspiring her. Now she is sharing her dreams with the world, some even Tim is hearing for the first time. Do you want to be among other top shelf podcasters like myself? Click on the link below to learn...
I Have A Dream! | 035
April 04, 2019 07:00 - 33 minutes - 45.6 MBJamie admits she wasn’t much of a dreamer, she didn’t allow herself to dream because she didn’t feel worthy. Then Tim came along to bust that bubble! The couple began dreaming together about their future, but Jamie was still hesitant to dream for herself, that is until Rachel Hollis started inspiring her. Now she is sharing her dreams with the world, some even Tim is hearing for the first time. Do you want to be among other top shelf podcasters like myself? Click on the link below to learn...
Jamie Jumps On The Bandwagon | 034
April 02, 2019 22:02 - 36 minutes - 50.3 MBJamie is fired up after finding the first self-help book that didn’t put her to sleep. Today we’re talking individual progression using prompts from ‘Girl, Stop Apologizing’ by best selling author, Rachel Hollis. Tim is ready to smash belief systems by looking at what excuses we use to hold ourselves back, what lies we still believe about ourselves and what dreams we’re afraid to pursue. You’re going to want to jump on this bandwagon! Do you want to be among other top shelf podcasters like ...
Jamie Jumps On The Bandwagon
April 02, 2019 22:02 - 36 minutes - 50.3 MBJamie is fired up after finding the first self-help book that didn’t put her to sleep. Today we’re talking individual progression using prompts from ‘Girl, Stop Apologizing’ by best selling author, Rachel Hollis. Tim is ready to smash belief systems by looking at what excuses we use to hold ourselves back, what lies we still believe about ourselves and what dreams we’re afraid to pursue. You’re going to want to jump on this bandwagon! Do you want to be among other top shelf podcasters like ...
In To Me I See
March 26, 2019 07:00 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MBTim & Jamie are joined today by special guest, Intimacy Fitness Coach, Howard Kotlier. Stemming from his own experiences, Howard has a passion for helping couples rediscover their special connection, both outside the bedroom and in. Is your relationship clouded by blame, shame or anger caused by a lack of intimacy? The solution isn’t always as easy as trying a new position, though that is on the list, which is why Howard shares many ways to overcome a lack of intimacy or avoid it altogether....
In To Me I See | 33
March 26, 2019 07:00 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MBTim & Jamie are joined today by special guest, Intimacy Fitness Coach, Howard Kotlier. Stemming from his own experiences, Howard has a passion for helping couples rediscover their special connection, both outside the bedroom and in. Is your relationship clouded by blame, shame or anger caused by a lack of intimacy? The solution isn’t always as easy as trying a new position, though that is on the list, which is why Howard shares many ways to overcome a lack of intimacy or avoid it altogether....