011. Don’t Let the Wedding Steal the Marriage: The EveryGirl Josie Santi’s Strategy for a Joyful Engagement

<p>In this episode of Kissing Frogs, Dr. Molly welcomes Josie Santi—wellness creator and host of The EveryGirl podcast—for a candid and inspiring conversation centered on engagement, partnership, and building a meaningful future.</p><p>With openness and humor, Josie shares what makes her engagement special: a conscious choice to slow down and savor this unique season, refusing to let wedding stress overshadow the joy of commitment. She describes her nine-year relationship with fiancé Joey, from their early days of deep conversations and long-distance connection, to planning a dramatic, creative wedding in Chicago’s Opera House. Together, they explore how to intentionally nurture friendship, embrace imperfection, and keep choosing each other as life changes.</p><p>Topics Covered: </p><p>- Why Josie celebrates a long engagement rather than rushing to the altar  </p><p>- Letting go of wedding stress and focusing on building the relationship  </p><p>- Staying best friends and keeping connection alive  </p><p>- Seeing engagement as more than a waiting room—making it a meaningful chapter  </p><p>- Letting go of perfectionism and learning to return to each other, again and again</p><p>Josie Santi inspires thousands to live intentionally and love bravely. Her journey proves that engagement is more than a milestone—it&#39;s a time for joyful growth, reflection, and building the foundation for a lasting marriage.</p><p>Connect with Josie Santi</p><p>Instagram: @josiesanti  </p><p>Podcast: The EveryGirl Podcast  </p><p>TikTok: @josiesanti</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Dr. Molly:</p><p>Instagram: @DrMollyBurrets @KissingFrogsPod  </p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.drmollyburrets.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">www.drmollyburrets.com</a></p><p><br></p>