My Divine Downloads
“In order to change the world, we need to start with ourselves.
One moment, one breath, at a time.” – xo Annmarie
You’re not too sensitive, you’re attuned
“You’re Too Sensitive” Or Are You Just Aware? October 26, 2025 Has anyone ever told you, “You’re too sensitive”? What I want you to know is that what they’re really saying is, “Your feelings make me uncomfortable.” While that may be true, there may...
Why keeping score keeps you stuck
Why keeping score keeps you stuck... October 19, 2025 Do you ever catch yourself keeping score in your relationship? Maybe it sounds like this: “I cooked dinner three times this week — the least you could do is clean the kitchen.” “I’m the one...
When “Playing Fair” Feels Impossible in Communication
When 'playing fair' feels impossible in communication October 12, 2024 Have you ever tried to have a calm, honest conversation with your partner, but it feels like you’re talking to a brick wall? You bring something up and they shut down or walk...
Don’t just ‘get over it’.
Why It’s Important to Embrace Your Judgments September 28, 2025 So, your partner is late, says something unkind, or forgets to do that thing they promised they’d do and you express that you are upset. And they reply, "It's not a big deal, I didn't...
Are You Protecting or Connecting?
Are you protecting yourself or connecting with your partner? September 21, 2025 When your partner says: “You’re too sensitive! You’re overreacting! You make everything a big deal!” Have you ever noticed how quickly you go into protection mode...
When you get blamed
When you get blamed September 14, 2025 In last week’s blog, I shared about a recent fight Kim and I had because he blamed me for something — and I went completely bananas. 🤯 This week, I want to take you deeper into what really happens beneath the...
The real cost of “letting it go”
When "letting it go" costs you connection September 7, 2025 How many times have you heard the advice: “Just let it go. Pick your battles.” At first glance, it sounds wise. Why stir up conflict over something so small? It’s not a big deal! Just...
When your summer turns into a blizzard…
Why It’s Important to Embrace Your Judgments August 31, 2025 No one taught us how to navigate conflict. When I was a kid, conflict in my family looked like silence, avoidance, and holding things in. My husband, Kim, grew up learning to avoid...
Can anxiety bring you closer?
Does the Morning Rush Ruin More Than Your Morning? August 24, 2025 I remember how stressful it felt getting my kids out the door for school when they were young and how it impacted me and my husband. Honestly as I think back it was easier when they...
Is disconnection quietly pulling you apart?
Is disconnection quietly pulling you apart? August 17, 2025 Why Avoiding Conflict is Costing You Connection What did you learn about conflict in your family growing up— and how is it showing up in your relationships today? Were you taught to speak...