Ever have that guilty feeling when you realize you were on your phone during a conversation with a loved one?

It's not just a harmless habit. It's a real danger to the mental health and vitality of your family - and it could harm the relationships that matter most to you.

In this special guest episode, Chris Alessi sits down with Joey Odom, co-founder of Reclaim Well, for an eye-opening conversation about one of the biggest threats to healthy family relationships—our obsession with our phones.

This episode will challenge you to take an honest look at your relationship with technology!

Whether you're a parent worried about setting the right example, struggling with phantom vibrations, or just feeling like you're missing life's most important moments, this conversation offers practical hope and actionable steps to break free from the digital distraction epidemic.

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If the title of this episode made you feel attacked - then you're the person that needs to listen the most.

In this episode, Steve and Mary Alessi are tackling one of the biggest relationship killers—defensiveness. You'll hear raw, personal stories from their early life and marriage as they share practical advice—including how to recognize when YOU'RE the defensive one (even if you don't think you are), and how to listen to what people are saying without going into battle mode.

If you're tired of always feeling like your walls are up or fighting with a loved one who never listens, this conversation will help you break through the defensive barrier and build stronger, happier relationships.

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Ready or not - the holidays are here...

...and if you're already feeling the pressure, we're here to help!

In this week's episode, Steve and Mary Alessi are getting into the holiday spirit early and sharing their best tips for navigating the most wonderful (and sometimes most stressful) time of the year. They discuss everything from dealing with difficult family members to blending different cultural traditions, and share practical advice on how to plan ahead so you can actually enjoy the holidays, not just survive them.

Whether you're juggling new in-laws, missing a loved one who passed away, or trying to figure out how to keep everyone happy, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and hilarious family stories that will have you laughing out loud.

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