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Choosing Us

Choosing Us

Von: Brad and Michaela Draper
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 Brad and Michaela Draper have what many people call "a unique relationship that others strive to be like". Though they feel their relationship is fairly normal, they also realize they are different from most other relationships. They found each on the dance floor of a bar, were married 9 months later, were told they were making a massive mistake... here they are 10 years later with two little rug rats. Brad and Michaela are beyond excited to share some of the nuggets they have picked up along the way while curating what many would say is the ultimate power couple. Join them on this journey as they relay a variety of topics to help you create the type relationship you strive for most.


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  • 121. Drop the Mask: Be Authentically You in Your Relationship

    121. Drop the Mask: Be Authentically You in Your Relationship
    Feb 19 2026
    Authenticity might just be the most exhausting thing you're not doing in your relationship. The Drapers dive deep into why we waste so much energy creating personas for others when genuine connection demands we show up as ourselves. Brad points out something fascinating: everyone sees a different version of your mask anyway, filtered through their own experiences, so why bother maintaining the facade?

    In their twelve-year marriage, the Drapers have learned this lesson firsthand. Early on, she followed his lead in fitness and other pursuits until her mother encouraged her to discover her own identity. (That maternal wisdom hit different.) Brad's approach became gentle invitations rather than pressure—whether it's journaling, fitness, or music preferences. Here's the thing about supporting your partner's authentic self: their full potential may look nothing like your vision for them, and that's exactly as it should be.

    What happens when you stop trying to change someone and start accepting them as they are? The Drapers explore everything from protein powder debates (yes, seriously) to communication styles that shift between business partners and spouses. Through slightly imperfect but deeply honest conversation, they reveal that curating your delivery isn't about changing yourself but ensuring your message lands as intended.

    Ready to drop the mask and discover what authentic partnership actually looks like?


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    22 Min.
  • 120. Keep Pedaling Together: Growth, Identity, and Supporting Each Other's Dreams

    120. Keep Pedaling Together: Growth, Identity, and Supporting Each Other's Dreams
    Feb 11 2026
    When your partner keeps growing and you're standing still, the relationship starts to feel off-balance. Brad and his co-host wrap up their mini-series on Napoleon Hill's relationship principles with a discussion about intellectual and spiritual companionship (while managing their teething daughter's brief nap window).

    They introduce their "bike analogy"—the idea that both partners must keep pedaling forward, both together and individually, to maintain momentum in their relationship. The couple emphasizes that codependency ultimately undermines partnerships. Brad continuously pursued growth across physical, intellectual, spiritual, and emotional domains while his wife initially resisted these changes.

    He never pressured her but set a loving example, allowing her to eventually follow suit years later.
    Through a candid moment about miscommunication when leaving crying children, they explore a challenging reality: mothers experience fight-or-flight responses to their children's cries, making it harder to step back. How can fathers better support mothers in taking that necessary space? The speakers stress that individual growth isn't selfish but necessary, requiring partners to sacrifice convenience and take turns prioritizing each other's pursuits.

    They acknowledge that meaningful growth cannot be forced—it must come from *personal choice*. Without intentional personal development from both partners, relationships deteriorate rather than thrive.

    Tune in for their final thoughts on Napoleon Hill's teachings and what partnership really requires.

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    22 Min.
  • 119. Managing Chaos and Affection: When Hunger and Hormones Test Your Marriage

    119. Managing Chaos and Affection: When Hunger and Hormones Test Your Marriage
    Feb 5 2026
    The Drapers return from their week away to share something that saved their relationship during a particularly rough afternoon. Three months into parenting three children, they're figuring out how to stay connected when life gets overwhelming (and it definitely does). Brad sticks to his daily to-do list religiously—his wife supports these commitments even when they conflict with her own preferences, which shows the mutual respect they've built as best friends and partners.

    Drawing from Napoleon Hill's teacher training manual, they explore affectionate response as a crucial ingredient for healthy relationships. But here's the thing: affectionate response isn't just about being nice. It's about thoughtful, intentional communication delivered from a place of genuine care, especially during difficult moments rather than defensive reactions.

    The real breakthrough came when she realized her emotional state was dragging everyone down. Brad, who usually stays calm, immediately mirrored her negativity. The culprit? Skipping carbohydrates caused afternoon irritability and fatigue—something fruit and rest quickly fixed. How often do we mistake hunger or hormones for deeper relationship problems?

    Instead of escalating their snappy exchange, they recognized the underlying causes. By choosing silence, removing themselves from the environment, and addressing basic needs like eating, they prevented a minor disagreement from snowballing into a major fight.

    Ready to learn their practical strategies for responding with affection instead of defensiveness? Tune in to hear how simple solutions can resolve what seems like deeper conflict.


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    23 Min.
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