{"podcast":{"title":"The Grounded Union Podcast","slug":"the-grounded-union-podcast-7220500","podcast_index_feed_id":7220500,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/grounded-union-podcast","website_url":null,"image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/yvFcpGS-sP4M0gjv2lBTKxTOGoVfr0XCCzefDPSCYKo/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zZGRk/NWM4YjMzZDRhNjA0/ZjY1ZWVhMjNiNzA1/ZTdhZi5qcGc.jpg","author":"Brandon Doerksen","episode_count":37,"summary":"Welcome to the Grounded Union Podcast, hosted by Brandon and Caitlyn Doerksen. In 2019, our marriage hit rock bottom—so close to divorce that we thought there was no way back. But through deep healing, transformation, and a relentless pursuit of something better, we didn’t just save our marriage—we created something more beautiful than we ever imagined. On our journey, we realized that the conventional advice from counselors, pastors, and mentors wasn’t enough. So, we set out on an uncharted path, searching for real, lasting change. Now, standing on the other side, we’ve mapped out the exact process that restored our love, trust, and connection—a process we weren’t given but one we discovered through lived experience. This podcast is our invitation to you: to walk this path with us, to challenge the norms, and to build a marriage that is passionate, open, honest, deeply connected, and full of life. No one told us it was possible—but we’re here to tell you: it absolutely is. Join us on this journey. It’s not just about saving your marriage—it’s about creating one that’s stronger, richer, and more alive than ever.","last_synced_at":"2026-08-01T00:20:32.101474+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-grounded-union-podcast-7220500"},"episode":{"title":"How We Handle Conflict","slug":"how-we-handle-conflict","published_at":"2025-09-26T13:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-grounded-union-podcast-7220500/how-we-handle-conflict","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-grounded-union-podcast-7220500","url":"https://groundedunionpodcast.transistor.fm/s2/8","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/4e1a4dfa/bb3f2a96.mp3","summary":"In this episode of The Grounded Union Podcast , we touched on the fundamental misunderstanding most couples have about conflict - it's not about communication styles, it's about unhealed pain. Brandon and Caitlyn dismantle the myth that arguing stems from everyday disagreements like where to go to dinner, revealing instead how betrayal trauma, broken trust, and prolonged disconnection create explosive emotional reactions. They share their personal transformation from a cycle where Brandon's porn addiction triggered defensive responses and Caitlyn's pain was met with minimization. The breakthrough came when Brandon learned to lean into her pain rather than run from it, using specific body language techniques and their \"Comfort Flow\" method that prioritizes emotional validation over fact-correction, ultimately transforming adversaries into teammates. This episode is full of hard-won wisdom, emotional insight, and actionable tools for any couple ready to stop avoiding conflict and start using it as a gateway to deeper intimacy. Our 2026 Grounded Union 2-Day Workshop: 📍San Diego, CA — In-person & virtual 📅 August 14th & 15th, 2026 Workshop for Couples: Tap here to grab your ticket Looking for immediate support in your marriage? The Marriage Crisis Roadmap: Download the free guide here! Grounded Union Couples App: Tap here to apply Save Your Marriage Webinar: Tap here to get lifetime access Follow us on social: @brandontalksmarriage , @caitlyn_doerksen & @groundedunion YouTube Show available here Timestamps & Key Moments: 00:00:28 – Two Types of Conflict: The conversation opens with the distinction between everyday disagreements and conflict rooted in deeper wounds like betrayal or broken trust. 00:04:57 – Playing the Victim Card: How viewing yourself as soc…","meta_description":"In this episode of The Grounded Union Podcast , we touched on the fundamental misunderstanding most couples have about conflict - it's not about communica…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2661,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-grounded-union-podcast-7220500/episodes/how-we-handle-conflict/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-grounded-union-podcast-7220500/how-we-handle-conflict.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}