#1299- GENDER REVEAL! And Getting Over Arguments w/ Kirsten Mark

#1299- GENDER REVEAL! And Getting Over Arguments w/ Kirsten Mark

Author: Brian Mark May 19, 2025 Duration: 18:13

When girl dad expectations collide with reality: navigating the emotional rollercoaster of our gender reveal 💖


In this episode, Kirsten and I get real about the unexpected emotions that surfaced when we found out we're having a baby girl. I was convinced it was going to be a boy, so much so that I had Kirsten believing it, too… only to be completely shocked during the reveal.


What followed was an intense couple of weeks as we both wrestled with our fears, expectations, and past experiences. Kirsten opens up about her concerns that I might not be excited about having a daughter, while I share the deeper fear behind my initial reaction. We talk openly about how major life milestones tend to trigger our deepest insecurities and how we navigate through them as a couple.


If you've ever experienced relationship tension during what should be "happy" moments, this conversation is for you. We don't hold back on sharing the arguments, the space we needed to take, and ultimately how we came back together stronger than ever, pink Team Girl bracelet and all. Because sometimes the universe gives you exactly what you need, not what you think you want.


Top Quotes:


"Even if you treated me like shit for the rest of my life, I would never leave you. I would go through hell if you put me through it." (07:44)


"Every time you're in your relationship where you have a commitment milestone, that is usually when your fears, your anxiety, your trauma comes up." (09:02)


"Things happen exactly how they're supposed to, not exactly how you have mapped out in your brain." (12:18)

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Brian Mark hosts Change Lives Make Money: The Podcast For Online Trainers, a space built specifically for fitness professionals who operate online. The focus here is on the dual mission of creating profound client transformations while building a sustainable, profitable business. You’ll hear conversations that dig into the real mechanics of coaching-not just exercise programming, but the psychology of client adherence and the strategies for delivering life-changing results. Beyond the training itself, this podcast dedicates significant time to the entrepreneurial side, addressing how to systematically attract clients, structure offers, and scale your income to reach and exceed significant financial milestones, like the often-discussed ten-thousand-dollar month. The tone is direct and rooted in experience, drawing from the path that has already guided hundreds of coaches. Each episode aims to provide actionable advice you can implement immediately, whether it's refining your coaching conversations, optimizing your marketing, or developing the mindset required for longevity in this field. It’s for those who feel confined by trading hours for dollars and are ready to construct a business that amplifies their impact and grants genuine freedom. Tune in for a blend of practical business tactics and deep-dive coaching insights, all designed to help you succeed on your own terms.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Change Lives Make Money: The Podcast For Online Trainers
Podcast Episodes
#1364- Where Focus Goes, Energy Flows: The $8K Month Mindset Shift [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:20
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#1363- $10K Month, Sold-Out Challenge, Viral Reel Inside Podchats [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:28
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#1362- Renewals, Records, and The Real Cost of Going Viral [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:14
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#1361- First $10K, First $40K, and Everything in Between [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:13
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#1360- Three Clients, One Record Month, Zero Excuses [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:38:45
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#1359- From 41 Sales Calls in December to a $22K Month [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:56
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#1358- From $800 to $18K in a Single Month [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:44
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#1357- The Launch of the 25k Accelerator for Online Fitness Coaches [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:13
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#1356- "5 Viral Content Formats For 2026" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:57
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#1355-  "How To Make 100K"? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:48
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