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You’re Not Broken
(... and Neither Is He) & Connection

You’re both clumsy, well-meaning souls running old programming and once you become steady, everything changes.

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Finding Connection in a Disconnected World

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy for couples to drift apart. Between work demands, parenting responsibilities, and the constant pull of technology, meaningful connection often takes a back seat.

But here's the truth: Your relationship doesn't have to be another casualty of modern life. With the right tools and intentional practices, you can create a marriage that not only survives but thrives—even in the midst of chaos.

Rediscover Each Other

Learn to see your partner with fresh eyes and reignite the spark

Communicate Deeply

Move beyond surface conversations to true emotional intimacy

Build Lasting Trust

Create a foundation of safety and security that weathers any storm

Finding Connection.

You’ve built a real life. House, career, kids, routines. You’re competent in every part of it… except the one that was supposed to feel like home.

Feeling close, chosen, and safe in your relationship.

You carry the emotional load. You notice tension first. You keep the peace, track the details, hold everyone else’s needs in your head. And somewhere along the way, “partnership” started to feel like “pressure.” You still love him, but you don’t feel deeply loved by him. Not in the way your heart quietly hoped for. You feel alone even when he’s in the same room. You don’t want to leave, but you also don’t know how to keep living like this. You’re tired of explaining yourself to someone who seems like he just doesn’t get it. You’re tired of explaining yourself to someone who seems like he just doesn’t get it. Part of you thinks: “If he would just meet me halfway…” “If he’d listen, try, show up, see what I’m carrying…” And underneath that frustration is a fear you hardly say out loud: “What if I picked the wrong man? What if he’ll never change?” You’ve even wondered: “Would someone else appreciate me more?” “Or am I the common denominator, and I’d just repeat this again?”.

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You don’t want to blow up your life. You don’t want to hurt your family. You just want this to work — without losing yourself. You’re not asking for too much. You’re not needy, dramatic, or broken. You’re under-supported, overwhelmed, and out of tools. You’ve reached the limit of what your inherited relationship training can create. You’ve done everything you know how to do. Now you’re here because you’re ready to learn what actually works.

The Real Problem Isn't What You Think

The problem isn’t him. And it isn’t you.

It’s the relationship training you both inherited — the unconscious patterns you absorbed long before you ever met each other.

You weren’t taught how to:

stay adult in conflict regulate overwhelm interpret withdrawal accurately build a relationship of equals hold discomfort without collapsing separate clumsiness from bad intent.

Instead, you learned:

over-responsibility prediction and threat sensing emotional overfunctioning shutting down or exploding under pressure hoping your partner would “step up” trying to fix everything with words He learned his own version of the same thing. So when stress hits, you’re not fighting each other — you’re reenacting two childhood playbooks that were never designed for an adult relationship. And that’s the moment most people finally see the truth: “Nothing changes until one of us upgrades the skills we never learned.”

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This isn’t about blame. It’s not about fault. And it’s definitely not about “choosing the wrong person.” It’s about capacity — emotional, relational, nervous-system capacity — the part of adulthood nobody taught you. Once one of you becomes steady, deliberate, and skilled… the entire dynamic shifts. Not because he suddenly changes — but because you stop activating the cycle you’ve both been trapped in. You’re not broken. He’s not broken. You’re both clumsy, overwhelmed, and under-practiced — and that is completely fixable.

WHY NOTHING YOU’VE TRIED HAS WORKED

You’ve worked hard. You’ve tried being patient, kind, clear, calm, direct, understanding. You’ve tried holding back, speaking up, choosing your words carefully, giving him time, giving him space, hoping he’d meet you halfway. You’ve tried: talking it out explaining your feelings “communicating better” reading the books watching the videos therapy sessions couples counseling trying to be less reactive trying to be more forgiving trying to not take things personally But all of these focus on words, not capacity.

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Why Nothing You've Tried Has Worked

If you've tried therapy, read books, or attended workshops without lasting results, it's not your fault.

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Books Give Theory, Not Practice

Reading about communication is different from having a framework to use in the heat of an argument. You need actionable tools, not just concepts.

Therapy Is Limited by Time & Money

Weekly sessions are expensive and you can't revisit the insights when you need them most. Plus, not all therapists are equally skilled in relationship work.

Workshops Lack Follow-Through

A weekend retreat can create a temporary boost, but without ongoing support and reinforcement, old patterns quickly return.

What You Actually Need:

A comprehensive system that combines expert guidance, practical tools, ongoing support, and the flexibility to learn at your own pace—exactly what Marriage Mastery provides.

Communication Doesn't Work When One or Both Partners Are Overwhelmed

You've probably heard that "communication is key" a thousand times. But what nobody tells you is that communication techniques fail when your nervous system is in fight-or-flight mode.

The Science of Emotional Flooding

When you're stressed, overwhelmed, or triggered, your brain literally can't access the rational thinking needed for productive conversation. This is called "emotional flooding."

  • Heart rate increases above 100 bpm
  • Blood flow shifts away from the prefrontal cortex
  • Ability to listen and empathize shuts down

That's why our program teaches you to recognize flooding, implement effective timeouts, and return to conversations when both partners are physiologically ready to connect.

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Introducing

The Intentional Relationship Program

A step-by-step system that gives you everything you need to transform your marriage—without the overwhelm, guesswork, or endless therapy sessions.

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1

Assess Your Current State

Understand where you are now, identify your unique patterns, and get crystal clear on what needs to change.

2

Learn Proven Strategies

Master the specific communication techniques, conflict resolution frameworks, and intimacy-building practices that actually work.

3

Practice & Implement

Apply what you learn with guided exercises, conversation prompts, and daily rituals designed to create lasting change.

4

Get Support & Accountability

Join a community of couples on the same journey, attend live Q&A sessions, and get the support you need to stay on track.

What You Get Inside Marriage Mastery

Everything you need to transform your relationship, all in one comprehensive program.

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50+ Video Lessons

Comprehensive training covering every aspect of building a thriving marriage, from communication to intimacy to conflict resolution.

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Practical Workbooks

200+ pages of exercises, reflection prompts, and action plans to help you apply what you learn to your unique relationship.

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Private Community

Connect with thousands of couples on the same journey. Share wins, get support, and never feel alone in the process.

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Monthly Live Q&A

Get personalized guidance from our expert instructors, ask questions, and learn from other couples' experiences.

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Assessment Tools

Professional-grade assessments to measure your relationship health and track your improvement over time.

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Lifetime Access

Revisit lessons anytime, at your own pace, forever. Plus all future updates and additions at no extra cost.

Why This Course Exists

Your Marriage Deserves More Than Hope

Most couples enter marriage with love but without the tools to sustain it. This course bridges that gap with proven strategies, deep psychological insights, and practical exercises.

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Science-Backed Methods

Every technique is grounded in relationship psychology research from leading institutions including the Gottman Institute and Harvard Medical School.

Real-World Application

Not just theory—you'll receive actionable exercises, conversation frameworks, and daily practices you can implement immediately.

Proven Track Record

Over 10,000 couples have transformed their relationships using this exact system, with 98% reporting significant improvements within 90 days.

Are You Experiencing Any of These?

These are the warning signs that your relationship needs attention—before small cracks become irreparable breaks.

Communication Breakdown

Conversations turn into arguments. You feel unheard, misunderstood, or simply avoid talking about important issues.

Lost Intimacy

The spark has faded. Physical and emotional intimacy feel like distant memories rather than daily realities.

Repeating Patterns

The same fights happen over and over. You're stuck in cycles that feel impossible to break.

Growing Apart

You're living parallel lives. More like roommates than romantic partners, missing that deep connection.

Resentment Building

Small frustrations have accumulated into walls of resentment that feel too high to climb.

Questioning Everything

You wonder if you made the right choice, if things will ever get better, or if this is just how marriage is.

Here's the truth:

None of these problems mean your marriage is doomed. They mean you need the right tools, guidance, and commitment to change. That's exactly what Marriage Mastery provides—a clear roadmap from where you are now to where you want to be.

Complete Curriculum

What You'll Master in 12 Transformative Modules

A comprehensive, step-by-step journey through every aspect of building and maintaining an extraordinary marriage.

1

Foundation: Understanding Your Relationship Blueprint

Discover the hidden patterns from your childhood that shape how you love, argue, and connect. Learn to identify your attachment style and how it impacts your marriage.

6 Video Lessons Workbook Exercises Assessment Tools
2

Communication Mastery: Speaking & Being Heard

Master the art of expressing your needs without triggering defensiveness. Learn active listening techniques that make your partner feel truly understood.

8 Video Lessons Role-Play Scripts Daily Practice Guide
3

Conflict Resolution: Fighting Fair & Finding Solutions

Transform arguments from destructive battles into opportunities for deeper understanding. Learn the exact frameworks used by top marriage therapists.

7 Video Lessons Conflict Templates De-escalation Tools
4

Emotional Intimacy: Building Unshakeable Connection

Create a safe space for vulnerability and emotional openness. Learn how to share your deepest feelings and support your partner through theirs.

6 Video Lessons Intimacy Exercises Connection Rituals
5

Physical Intimacy: Rekindling Passion & Desire

Navigate the complexities of sexual intimacy with confidence and open communication. Reignite the spark while respecting each other's boundaries and needs.

5 Video Lessons Intimacy Builders Private Workbook
6

Trust & Betrayal: Healing & Rebuilding

Whether dealing with infidelity, broken promises, or accumulated disappointments, learn the proven path to rebuilding trust and moving forward together.

7 Video Lessons Healing Protocols Forgiveness Framework
7

Money & Marriage: Financial Harmony

Money is the #2 cause of divorce. Learn to navigate financial decisions, spending differences, and money values without destroying your relationship.

5 Video Lessons Budget Templates Money Talks Guide
8

Parenting as Partners: United Front

Children can strengthen or strain your marriage. Learn to co-parent effectively while maintaining your identity as a couple, not just as parents.

6 Video Lessons Co-Parenting Strategies Couple Time Planners
9

In-Laws & Extended Family: Healthy Boundaries

Navigate family dynamics, set respectful boundaries, and protect your marriage from external pressures while maintaining important relationships.

4 Video Lessons Boundary Scripts Family Meeting Guide
10

Life Transitions: Growing Together Through Change

Career changes, relocations, health challenges, and aging—learn to navigate life's inevitable transitions as a team rather than adversaries.

5 Video Lessons Transition Toolkit Support Systems
11

Individual Growth Within Marriage

Maintain your individual identity, pursue personal goals, and support each other's growth without losing the "we" in your relationship.

4 Video Lessons Personal Development Plans Balance Strategies
12

Creating Your Forever: Long-Term Vision & Rituals

Build a shared vision for your future and establish daily, weekly, and annual rituals that keep your connection strong for decades to come.

6 Video Lessons Vision Board Workshop Ritual Library

Exclusive Bonuses

Premium Resources Worth $1,497

Included FREE when you enroll today—powerful tools and resources to accelerate your transformation.

$297 Value

The Marriage Mastery Workbook

200+ pages of exercises, reflection prompts, and action plans. Track your progress, document insights, and create your personalized relationship roadmap.

Printable PDF Format
$197 Value

365 Daily Connection Prompts

A full year of conversation starters, date ideas, and intimacy builders. Never run out of ways to deepen your connection.

Email & App Access
$497 Value

Monthly Live Q&A Sessions

Join our expert instructors for live coaching sessions. Get personalized guidance, ask questions, and learn from other couples' experiences.

First Year Included
$297 Value

Private Community Access

Connect with thousands of couples on the same journey. Share wins, get support, and build friendships that last.

Lifetime Membership
$97 Value

Guided Meditation Series

12 professionally recorded meditations for stress relief, emotional healing, and couple connection. Perfect for busy schedules.

Audio Download
$112 Value

Relationship Assessment Tools

Professional-grade assessments to measure your relationship health, identify blind spots, and track improvement over time.

Instant Results

Success Stories

Real Couples, Real Transformations

Over 10,000 couples have rebuilt their marriages using this exact system. Here's what they have to say.

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Sarah

Sarah & Michael

Married 12 Years

"We were on the brink of divorce. This course literally saved our marriage. Now we're more in love than ever."

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James

James & Patricia

Married 7 Years

"After our second child, we became roommates. This course gave us back our relationship and passion."

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Emily

Emily & David

Married 19 Years

"We thought we had a 'good enough' marriage. This course showed us we could have extraordinary."

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Marcus

Marcus & Jennifer

Married 5 Years

"We were stuck in the same fights for years. These tools helped us actually resolve issues."

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Linda

Linda & Robert

Married 23 Years

"After years of therapy with little progress, this course gave us practical tools that actually work."

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Amanda

Amanda & Chris

Married 3 Years

"Best investment in our marriage. The intimacy modules alone transformed our connection completely."

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Daniel

Daniel & Sofia

Married 15 Years

"The conflict resolution frameworks changed everything. We actually look forward to working through issues now."

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Kevin

Kevin & Michelle

Married 9 Years

"Worth every penny. Our communication improved within weeks, and we're closer than we've been in years."

98%

Success Rate

Of couples who complete the course report significant improvements in communication, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction within 90 days.

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About Anthony

Anthony Santen, CT, SAC Dip (Adv. Psychotherapy) Founder & Creator.

The Intentional Relationship 26-Year Relationship Recovery Specialist.

You don’t need another therapist telling you to “communicate more.” And you don’t need another expert asking, “And how does that make you feel?” You need someone who understands why you react the way you do, why your partner reacts the way he does, and how to change the patterns underneath it all. That’s the work Anthony has been doing for over 25 years. He’s a relationship counselor and recovery specialist who has spent decades in the trenches with real couples — the ones who are overwhelmed, disconnected, exhausted, and trying to hold their lives together while quietly falling apart inside their marriage. Early in his career, he noticed something most professionals miss: Couples don’t need more insight. They need skills. Skills for staying steady. Skills for handling overwhelm. Skills for reading clumsy behavior accurately. Skills for repairing without shame or pressure. Skills for becoming equals — not adversaries. After working with thousands of people, Anthony built the Intentional Relationship approach to teach these skills clearly, directly, and compassionately. His focus is simple: Emotional maturity Personal accountability High-regard partnership Nervous-system steadiness Real-world application (not theory) And giving you the ability to change your relationship on your own, without dragging your partner into “fixing something” they feel overwhelmed by. He’s not here to diagnose you or judge you. He’s here to walk with you — step by step — as you build the relationship your childhood never prepared you for. A relationship of equals. A relationship where you are safe, significant, and connected. A relationship you can be proud of — and one your children can learn from naturally. That’s the work. And he’ll guide you through every part of it.

26+ Years Clinical Experience

Over 15,000 hours of couple's therapy sessions

Gottman Certified Therapist

Trained in the most research-backed relationship methods

Published Author

3 bestselling books on marriage and relationships

Featured Expert

Regular contributor to Psychology Today, NBC, and NPR

"Anthony Santen, CT, SAC Dip(Adv. Psychotherapy) Founder: The Intentional Relationship 25-Year Relationship Recovery Specialist."

— Anthony Santen.

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We're so confident this course will transform your marriage that we offer a complete 60-day money-back guarantee. If you're not completely satisfied with your progress, simply email us for a full refund—no questions asked, no hoops to jump through.

The Real Cost of Doing Nothing

Compare the investment in this course to the alternatives—and the price of inaction.

Option Cost Time Commitment Results
Marriage Mastery Course $997 Self-paced, 2-3 hours/week 98% success rate
Traditional Couples Therapy $5,000-15,000+ Weekly sessions, 6-12 months Variable, therapist-dependent
Marriage Retreat/Workshop $3,000-8,000 3-5 days intensive Short-term boost, limited follow-up
Self-Help Books $50-200 Variable reading time Theory only, no accountability
Divorce $15,000-50,000+ 12-24 months of stress Emotional devastation + financial ruin

The average divorce costs $30,000 in legal fees alone—not counting the emotional toll on you and your family.

Invest $997 today to save your marriage, or risk losing everything tomorrow.

Common Questions

Everything You Need to Know

How is this different from regular couples therapy?

While traditional therapy is valuable, it's expensive ($150-300/session), requires scheduling coordination, and is limited by your therapist's availability. Marriage Mastery gives you immediate access to proven strategies from top relationship experts, at your own pace, for a fraction of the cost. Plus, you get lifetime access to revisit content whenever you need a refresher.

What if my partner won't participate?

You'd be surprised how much one person can change the dynamic of a relationship. Many students start solo and their partner joins later after seeing the positive changes. The course teaches you how to communicate more effectively and create an environment that naturally invites your partner to engage. That said, the best results come when both partners are committed.

How long does it take to see results?

Most couples report noticeable improvements within the first 2-3 weeks of implementing the strategies. Significant transformation typically happens within 90 days of consistent practice. Remember, you didn't develop your current patterns overnight, and lasting change takes commitment—but it's absolutely achievable with the right tools.

Is this course suitable for all marriage stages?

Yes! Whether you're newlyweds looking to build a strong foundation, a couple in crisis, or anywhere in between, this course meets you where you are. The principles are universal and the strategies are adaptable to your specific situation. We have modules specifically designed for different challenges and life stages.

What if we've tried everything and nothing has worked?

The fact that previous attempts haven't worked doesn't mean your marriage is hopeless—it means you haven't had the right tools yet. This course is built on decades of research and real-world application with thousands of couples. The strategies are proven and systematic. Plus, with our 60-day guarantee, you have nothing to lose by trying.

How much time do I need to dedicate each week?

The course is designed to fit into busy lives. Plan for 2-3 hours per week for video lessons and exercises, plus implementing daily practices that take 10-15 minutes. You can go at your own pace—some couples complete it in 3 months, others take 6-12 months. The important thing is consistent progress, not speed.

Is my purchase secure and private?

Absolutely. All transactions are processed through secure, encrypted payment systems. Your enrollment and participation are completely confidential. Course content is accessed through a private member portal, and we never share your information with third parties.

What makes you qualified to teach this?

Dr. Alexandra Bennett brings 20+ years of clinical experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist, training from the Gottman Institute (the gold standard in relationship research), and has personally worked with over 10,000 couples. This course distills the most effective strategies from decades of both research and real-world application.

Every Day You Wait, The Gap Grows Wider

Relationship problems don't improve on their own. They compound. Small cracks become chasms. Silence becomes distance. Distance becomes divorce.

The couples who transform their marriages aren't the ones with fewer problems—they're the ones who take action before it's too late.

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