--- title: "Building Healthy and Thriving Relationships with Maxine Reyes" entity: "podcast" canonical_url: "https://www.chanaross.com/podcast/building-healthy-and-thriving-relationships-with-maxine" markdown_url: "https://www.chanaross.com/llms/podcast/building-healthy-and-thriving-relationships-with-maxine" lastmod: "2025-01-21T15:33:00.000Z" --- 🎧 [Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/building-healthy-and-thriving-relationships-with/id1595165655?i=1000684800991) Maxine shares how her military background shaped her approach to relationships and how she and her husband managed the challenges of long-distance deployments for five years. Maxine dives deep into the importance of managing expectations and why healthy communication is about creating a safe and loving space for conversations. Together, we discussed: - How communication and expectation management can strengthen your relationship. - The role of self-care in creating a healthy and fulfilling partnership. - How Maxine and her husband navigated long-distance challenges during military deployments. - Why addressing red flags early is essential for a thriving relationship. - The importance of shared values and purpose in building meaningful connections. Connect with Maxine here to learn more about her approach to building resilience, cultivating strong relationships, and leading with authenticity. Listen to the episode now to learn how to embrace resilience, nurture meaningful connections, and lead with authenticity in every aspect of your life! ## Work with Chana Chana Ross, Holistic Leadership Coach **Holistic Leadership Coaching** Are you an ambitious woman who is a leader at work, at home, or in the community? Do you struggle with perfectionism, determining your next step, overcoming self-doubt, or advocating for yourself? I want to help you become the best version of yourself. I've helped my clients unlock their potential and take transformational steps in becoming who they're meant to be. So, what are you waiting for? "You 2.0" is closer than you think. [Book a Coaching Connection Call here](https://chanaross.com/coachingconnectioncall)