The P-I-G: Episode 34
When Everything Is On The Line:
Dr. Becky on Marriage, Crisis, and Courage
What is a crisis—and how do we know when we’re in one?
In this powerful conversation, Dr. Becky Whetstone, marriage crisis coach, author, and speaker, joins us to explore the reality of crisis—how it shows up, why it often goes unrecognized, and what it takes to move through it with honesty and intention.
Drawing from both her professional work and her personal journey, Dr. Becky shares the devastating loss of her Marine son to friendly fire, and the ongoing process of navigating grief while continuing to live with purpose. Her story offers both depth and perspective, reminding us that crisis doesn’t always look dramatic—and that truth, while difficult, is often the path forward.
🎙️Through both her personal journey and professional work, she offers a powerful perspective on:
growing up in the segregated South and the experiences that shaped her perspective
the loss of her son and what it means to live forward through grief
how crisis is defined—and why it doesn’t always look the way we expect
why avoiding the truth often deepens the pain
how to recognize when you’re overwhelmed and what to do next
what it means to take the next right step in moments of uncertainty
Crisis is not always the event—it’s the moment when our ability to cope is overwhelmed. And in that moment, telling the truth about where we are can open the door to something new.
Visit Dr. Becky’s Website: https://marriagecrisismanager.com/
Learn More About Her Book: https://marriagecrisismanager.com/i-think-i-want-out/
💗 From Our Hearts to Yours…
The P-I-G is a heartfelt, purpose-driven podcast exploring life, love, loss, and legacy through real conversations and meaningful stories. Together, we unpack the moments that shape us—the stories we carry, the messiness of being human, and what it means to leave something meaningful behind.
Each episode invites us to honor what matters most, remember that grief isn’t linear, navigate life’s hardest moments with PURPOSE, INTENTION, and GRATITUDE, and to be reminded that legacy isn’t just what we leave… it’s how we live—right now.
“Hearing the stories of others helps us create a more meaningful connection to our own.”
Because legacy is built in how we live, every single day.
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