Building Empires Without Losing Each Other: Love, Business, and Real Transformation

What does it really take to thrive in both business and love? In this powerful conversation, Rudi and Anniston sit down with Don and Yvonne Verity, co-founders of Clean Eatz, to unpack how personal growth, deep connection, and mutual support fuel their $100M+ brand—and their marriage.

The couples discuss vulnerability, healing past wounds, leading together without losing individuality, and why growing as partners starts with growing as people. They also announce an upcoming transformational retreat experience unlike anything available today.

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In this episode, you’ll learn:

• You can’t expect your partner to do the work for you—transformation starts within.
• Setting realistic growth expectations creates sustainable progress.
• Communication isn’t one-size-fits-all—it requires honoring your partner’s style.
• The strongest relationships allow room for both people to lead—in different lanes.
• Supporting each other’s personal dreams is the foundation of co-creating something bigger.
• True connection comes from seeing and being seen without judgment.
• Transformation requires consistent integration—not just information.

💬 Key Quotes

• “Wherever you go, there you are. Your past doesn’t disappear just because your partner is healthy.”
• “You don’t complete me. I had to complete myself first.”
• “We built a $100M company by learning to stay in our lanes—while cheering each other on.”
• “Growth isn’t becoming one person—it’s two whole people building something together.”

Resources & Links:

• Join The InPowered Life Community - https://rudiriekstins.com/community
• Buy your copy of "The Universe is Hiring: Discover the Role You Were Born to Fill" - https://a.co/d/cJpXKCE
• Connect on IG: @rudiriekstins @annistonblairriekstins
• Find Rudi and Anniston online @ www.rudiriekstins.com and www.annistonriekstins.com

Chapters:

[00:00] Intro & Intentional Partnerships

[02:10] Defining Transformation in Relationships

[04:00] Love Languages & Communication Breakdowns

[06:30] Healing Past Wounds & Trust Issues

[11:00] Supporting Without Fixing

[13:00] Why They Chose Each Other

[15:00] Staying in Your Lane While Building Together

[18:00] Celebrating Each Other’s Dreams

[22:00] Common Mistakes in Transformation

[24:30] Daily Habits for Growth as a Couple

[26:30] The Truth About Outgrowing Relationships

[30:00] Why They're Launching Dual Retreats

[33:00] The Power of Brotherhood & Vulnerability

[39:00] Creating Space for Deep Growth

[44:00] Final Invitation & Reflections

Life isn't happening to you, it's happening FOR you. How you perceive the experiences in your life will shape your reality. Join Rudi and Anniston as they, and special guests, share powerful stories and tools that will guide you into living a life of freedom, abundance, and happiness.