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Send us a text What if you could trade relationship chaos for a simple map you can actually follow? We break down a practical framework that moves from You to Us to Family, so you can stop reacting to fires and start building rhythms that last. No silver bullets, just nine honest steps that make real life feel more navigable. We start with You: knowing your operating system, naming emotion before reaction, and choosing response over reflex. Think of it like updating your mental software so new habits can run. Then we shift to Us, where the real magic happens—rebuilding the language of safety, clarifying expectations before they turn poisonous, and remembering why you chose each other in the first place. Tone, timing, and truth-telling matter, and small check-ins beat big blowups every time. Family brings the framework home. We talk about defining a culture on purpose—how you speak, rest, repair, and celebrate—then inviting your kids into that culture with age-appropriate voice and shared values. Finally, we show how rhythms like weekly huddles, state-of-us talks, and recurring date nights turn good intentions into muscle memory. Between ice storm cabin fever, a righteous gas-pump rant, and a few pronunciation battles, you’ll hear how everyday moments become practice reps for healthier connection. Explore the full framework and take our “Which step am I in?” self-assessment at unpacktogether.com. Join us for a live recording on Feb 21 with giveaways, and check out our Patreon for exclusive extras. If this helped, tap follow, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review—what’s one rhythm you’ll start this week? Support the show