Today’s special guest is Ludmila’s loving partner in life, her husband Douglas Woodruff. In this episode, we take a closer look at the evolution of their relationship as they share the changes they’ve witnessed within themselves and their partner after marriage and kids. Tune in as they get open and honest about the challenges they faced, share their tips on how to stay connected through difficult times, and reveal the most valuable lessons they’ve learned in their ever-evolving 13 years of marriage. So don’t miss this honest conversation as Ludmila and Douglas reflect on their commitment to growth and harmony while balancing the relationship dynamics with career, children, and everything in between in this episode! KEY POINTS: - The shift from woman to mother - How does Douglas feel in a relationship when Ludmila is not at her best self? - Challenges parts of marriage having kids - The importance of space, trust, and faith in the relationship - Willingness to become emotionally available & vulnerable - Advice to stay connected and deal with misunderstandings - How to reignite love after marriage and kids? QUOTABLES: “As a woman, when I became a mom I thought, ‘This is the best time of my life.’” - Ludmila Woodruff “It's important to understand the limits and your partnership. Your partner isn't your therapist.” – Douglas Woodruff “Sometimes, we need some help to get another perspective on the situation in order to not unintentionally hurt the other person.” - Douglas Woodruff [for libsyn] Like what you're hearing? Share the love and this episode with your friends, family, and loved ones. Or, leave a review so others can find this episode and get connected! Click Here to learn more about Ludmila Woodruff. IG | @ludmilawoodruff Deeply Connected is produced by EPYC Media Network [for youtube] Like what you're hearing? Share the love and this episode with your friends, family, and loved ones. Or, leave a review so others can find this episode and get connected! Learn more about Ludmila Woodruff here: www.ludmilawoodruff.com IG | @ludmilawoodruff | https://www.instagram.com/ludmilawoodruff/ Deeply Connected is produced by EPYC Media Network | Visit at https://www.epyc.co/ https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZtlS6r21Y55rM9O4L1YXB3bDXzcSyWd3VcFbjDOYGw8/edit?usp=drive_link