Rapid Fire: Marriage Straight Talk

Game On...Bring It (Competing with Your Spouse)

Fri, 20 Apr 2018 04:01:00 -0600

Sports fans are often more competitive than the athletes themselves, especially when it comes to defending their teams. Spouses can be just as competitive with each other, especially when defending their opinions.

Forced Affection...How to Avoid

Fri, 06 Apr 2018 04:01:12 -0600

When it comes to celebrating sports teams, people can get a bit crazy. When it comes to celebrating our marriages, we can get a bit crazy as well. An Estimated $18 billion was spent on Valentine’s Day in 2017. But unlike our passion for sports, too often our passion for our spouses is forced or mandated.

Maker Her Cry

Fri, 23 Mar 2018 05:01:03 -0600

Have you ever made your wife cry? Do you know how to make your wife cry? In this episode, we discuss how to make your wife cry, in a good way.

Believe Me...Keeping Your Promises

Fri, 16 Mar 2018 05:01:15 -0600

How trustworthy are you? Studies found that you must follow through on 90% of your promises to be considered trustworthy. If you want to build or rebuild trust in your marriage or any relationship for that matter, take extra care to think through your ability to honor your word before you give it. Intending to do something, unfortunately, is not worth anything.

Take A Number...Putting Your Family Time on Hold

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 06:01:04 -0600

We have only 24 hours in a day and after sleep, work, kids activities, and chores we're lucky if we have even an hour remaining for our spouses. In reality, we typically have more pull on our time than we have to offer and it's our spouses that suffer the most. Learn how to avoid that cycle in this episode.

Puppy Love to Real Love (How to Convert One to the Other)

Fri, 23 Feb 2018 06:01:24 -0600

A puppy love marriage is built on short-lived interactions of affection toward each other. When our spouses give us their attention, we get excited, energetic, and much more affectionate. However, when their attention is consumed by something else, we can feel abandoned, lethargic, and unaffectionate toward them.

Two Becoming One (The original design for Marriage)

Fri, 16 Feb 2018 06:01:21 -0600

The original design for marriage is quite simple, leave your father and mother and become one with your wife. Even though that design was penned around 1446 BC, many couples today are still confused about what becoming one actually means. In this episode we break it down for you.

Entrapment - Stop Entrapping Your Spouse

Fri, 02 Feb 2018 06:00:31 -0600

Within marriage, entrapment is when you set up a situation whereby your spouse is almost guaranteed to fail. In other words, you put your spouse in a situation where there is a high probability they will disappoint you.

More Than Just Words (Vow)

Fri, 26 Jan 2018 06:01:37 -0600

Do you remember your wedding vow? Regardless of whether or not you remember exactly what you said, do you at least remember what the vow represented? The wedding vow is an important part of the marriage ceremony but to be honest, most couples don't really understand what the vow represents. In the episode we explain what the wedding vow actually represents and why both spouses are required to agree to it.

May I Take Your Bags

Fri, 19 Jan 2018 06:01:53 -0600

In this episode I discuss how the concept of a bellhop can be applied to your marriage by leaving your baggage at the back door.

Lemonade and Marriage

Fri, 12 Jan 2018 06:01:16 -0600

What does lemonade have to do with Marriage? A lot, actually, since both have ingredients that are a bit sour. In the episode, learn how much sugar is needed for the sweet times to overpower the sour ones.

The Plan

Fri, 05 Jan 2018 06:01:01 -0600

Resolutions are nothing more than a wish unless you have a plan. When it comes to putting together a plan, especially for a great marriage, the trick is to take baby steps and to be flexible.

Gold Standard...For Love

Fri, 15 Dec 2017 06:01:49 -0600

The urban use of the term ‘Gold Standard’ identifies something as the model of excellence, the highest standard, and the best something can be. The ‘Gold Standard’ for the expression of love in marriage is found in the Bible in First Corinthians chapter 13.

Holiday Woes

Fri, 08 Dec 2017 06:01:38 -0600

The holiday season can bring with it a lot of stress. A 2011 study found that 1 in 5 couples who choose to split up, do so in the month of December. In this episode we discuss how to avoid stress and the arguments that come with it.

Getting What You Want

Fri, 01 Dec 2017 06:01:37 -0600

If we are going to get gifts this holiday season, we might as well get the gifts we really want. Learn how to get what you really want this year.

Spendthrifts

Fri, 17 Nov 2017 06:01:30 -0600

8 out of 10 Americans are living paycheck to paycheck, yet the average person will spend over $900 on gifts in the next couple of month. In the episode we discuss how to financially survive the next couple of months.

Our Communcation Stinks

Fri, 10 Nov 2017 06:01:41 -0600

Communication is about emotions, not just the facts. This is true when sharing about a good time as well as when discussing an issue that’s placing a strain on the marriage. However, it is much more critical to understand this when dealing with the latter, meaning the issues.

Endurance

Fri, 03 Nov 2017 05:01:55 -0600

When it comes to marriage, the concept of endurance training is somewhat applicable. Not in the sense of physical exercises, but in the sense of emotional exercises. Our lives get very hectic and if we don't incorporate some recovery time, we will burn out at the expense of our marriage.

Doormat...To Be or Not To Be

Fri, 27 Oct 2017 04:01:33 -0600

General advice is very helpful. It gives you an idea of where you need to place your focus and what areas you should seek more personal advice. Personalizing general advice to can lead to very different applications. In this episode, we'll look at how being a doormat in one marriage was a good thing and how it was destructive in another one.

A Picture Perfect Marriage

Fri, 20 Oct 2017 04:01:36 -0600

I really do have a picture perfect marriage. Not because my marriage is made up of nothing but perfect pictures, but because I’ve chosen to put just the perfect pictures in the album that I keep in my minds eye.

Please Don't Leave Me

Fri, 13 Oct 2017 04:01:23 -0600

If couples could see the depth of the pain, I believe many of them would understand just how much they really do love each other. If they could just learn to measure the depth of their love by the depth of their pain they may just be willing to give it one more shot, one last run at turning their marriage around.

Your Advice Is Killing My Marriage

Fri, 06 Oct 2017 04:01:57 -0600

To whom should you turn when you need marriage advice? In this episode I discuss why you should avoid advice from family and friends.

Put on a Happy Face

Fri, 29 Sep 2017 04:01:28 -0600

Which of these two statements is true: A GOOD marriage produces a HAPPY spouse or
A HAPPY spouse produces a GOOD marriage? We'll break these down and I'll provide some insights the will hopefully help you to a Happy and Good marriage.

Is Marriage Complicated?

Fri, 22 Sep 2017 04:01:15 -0600

Marriage is difficult, it's hard work, and it's complicated. Have you heard or even said things like that? Well, I don't think marriage is difficult or hard work or even complicated. In this episode, I explain why I believe that to be true.

Just Plain Comfortable

Fri, 15 Sep 2017 04:01:50 -0600

What makes a good marriage good. Why are some marriages able to handle stress better than others? Why do some couples just seem to get along with each other better and why do some marriages thrive where others fail?

Curveballs

Fri, 08 Sep 2017 04:01:13 -0600

At some point, and more likely, at several points, life is going to throw a few curveballs at you. This is true in life and it's true in marriage. When trials come, when your marriage gets hit with a curveball, there are only two options: push away from each other or hold each other up.

Appendix, 30 x 30 Challenge

Fri, 04 Aug 2017 04:01:22 -0600

Chapter 12: Appendix, 30 x 30 Challenge. “For The Honor of The Vow - Field Guide” -Robert Cossick. Sometimes, something as simple as a walk can radically transform your marriage. In this episode, you'll learn more about this transformational challenge.

Final Word, This Is Not A Game

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 04:01:49 -0600

Chapter 11: Final Word, This Is Not A Game. “For The Honor of The Vow - Field Guide” -Robert Cossick. The fight for your marriage will be the toughest battle of your life. However, a successful campaign offers the greatest rewards. You can do this.

Real Life, Riding Out The Strorms

Fri, 30 Jun 2017 04:01:57 -0600

Chapter 10: Real Life, Riding Out The Storms. “For The Honor of The Vow - Field Guide” -Robert Cossick. One of the toughest battles you’ll face is the battle for your marriage because you’re going to experience heavy turbulence multiple times. This is going to be tough, and at times the pressure will seem unbearable.

Gifts From The Heart

Fri, 23 Jun 2017 04:01:06 -0600

Chapter 9: Gifts From The Heart. “For The Honor of The Vow - Field Guide” -Robert Cossick. What do gifts really say to your wife? Does it say: I thought of you, I appreciate you, and I love you? We certainly think so. But, what does the gift itself say. Does it say, I got you this because I had to or it's the first thing I saw? In this episode, we discuss how to give gifts that actually say what you mean for them to say.

Emergency Exits

Fri, 09 Jun 2017 04:01:08 -0600

Chapter 8: Emergency Exits. “For The Honor of The Vow - Field Guide” -Robert Cossick. Arguments are never fun. I’m not talking about debates; I’m referring to heated discussions where voices are raised, blood pressure is elevated, and feelings get crushed. Since these will happen from time to time, I'm going to suggest a couple of rules you can implement to help minimize the damage and expedite the recovery process.

Smoke & Mirrors - Four Steps Backwards, Two Forward

Fri, 02 Jun 2017 04:01:10 -0600

Chapter 7: Smoke & Mirrors (Four Steps Backwards, Two Forward) “For The Honor of The Vow - Field Guide” -Robert Cossick. Spouses use ‘smoke and mirrors’ to hide or disguise their true feelings to avoid being emotionally hurt. This is especially true when the marriage is at or close to the divorce stage. In this episode, we breakdown the process to seeing through the smoke.

Walls - Protecting and Destroying Marriages Every Day

Fri, 26 May 2017 04:01:51 -0600

Chapter 6 - Wall (Protecting and Destroying Marriages Every Day). “For The Honor of The Vow - Field Guide” -Robert Cossick. All marriages contain both positive and negative walls to some extent. In this episode we discuss different types of walls, why they exist, and how to safely tear them down.

Getting Past the Past

Fri, 19 May 2017 04:01:27 -0600

Chapter 5 - Getting Past the Past. “For The Honor of The Vow - Field Guide” -Robert Cossick. If what has happened up to now in your marriage is going to be a factor going forward, you’ll never get past the past. In this episode, learn about forgiveness how to move past a past hurt.

Why Him, Why Her

Fri, 12 May 2017 04:01:10 -0600

Chapter 4 - Why Him, Why Her. “For The Honor of The Vow - Field Guide” -Robert Cossick. Joe was married to Katy for eighteen years. They were both burned out on the cycle of ups and downs. Neither wanted a divorce, but neither knew what to do next. In this episode we discuss how to get historical…in a good way.

Field Guide - Chapter 3, Take Ownership of Your Marriage

Fri, 05 May 2017 04:01:33 -0600

Chapter 3 - Take Ownership of Your Marriage. “For The Honor of The Vow - Field Guide” -Robert Cossick. Frank and Alice were married over twenty years and had been to several counselors over the course of their marriage. My solution for their marriage was to no longer meet with them. Find out why in this episode.

Field Guide - Chapter 2, Fired Up About Marriage

Fri, 28 Apr 2017 04:01:53 -0600

Chapter 2 - Fired Up About Marriage. "For The Honor of The Vow - Field Guide" -Robert Cossick. Half the battle to have a passionate and thriving marriage is won or lost with attitude, because your attitude will drive the level of your effort.

Field Guide - Chapter 1, A Practical and Quick Refernce

Fri, 21 Apr 2017 04:01:05 -0600

Chapter 1 - A Practical and Quick Reference. "For The Honor of The Vow - Field Guide" -Robert Cossick

Settlers...In Marriage

Fri, 07 Apr 2017 04:00:44 -0600

Have you settled in your marriage? In this episode, we discuss why couples settle for a mediocre marriage and how to make it better.

Prove Your Love For Me

Fri, 31 Mar 2017 04:01:13 -0600

Should you have to prove your love for your spouse? How about this follow on question...How do you prove your love for your spouse? We tackle both of these questions in this episode.

I'm Not Happy (and It's Your Fault)

Fri, 24 Mar 2017 05:01:09 -0600

I want to discuss a relatively sensitive topic today that causes all kinds of issues in a marriage….Happiness. Why would the topic of happiness be a sensitive issue? Simple, because many couples think it's their spouse's job to make them happy. In the episode, we will discuss whose job it is.

Build Me Up (Words that Tear Us Apart)

Fri, 17 Mar 2017 05:01:09 -0600

Words are powerful things and unfortunately, once they are out there, there's no taking them back. When it comes to words, several areas need to be addressed such as before they ever come out, what to do when they do come out and how to get beyond what was said. We’ll address all three areas in this episode.

The A's of a Great Marriage

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 04:01:33 -0600

Marriage is hard. A phrase uttered often by couples. But it doesn’t have to be that way. There are nine simple guidelines to developing and maintaining a great marriage. And, they all start with the letter A to make it even simpler.

Collateral Benefits

Fri, 21 Oct 2016 04:01:14 -0600

Collateral benefits are unintended or unexpected benefits from actions toward another person. These benefits can be very influential. Because they are unintended, they are typically received as genuine and not fabricated.

Ultimate Test

Fri, 14 Oct 2016 04:01:00 -0600

I want to ask you a question that I hope you will carefully consider. If you are honest in your answer, this question will provide great insight into the current state of your marriage. And, it will provide you with a view of how you can improve your marriage regardless of how strong or weak its current state.

Warts and All

Fri, 30 Sep 2016 04:01:47 -0600

When you said, “I do” you committed to marrying the whole package, warts and all. Warts, or flaws, are those annoying things that just grate on you after a while, especially after the infatuation fades a bit in your relationship. In this episode we discuss how to deal with warts that won't go away.

Seriously Intentional About Your Marriage

Fri, 23 Sep 2016 04:01:49 -0600

Regardless of the state of your marriage, there’s one rule of thumb that always applies, if you want to improve your marriage, you have to be seriously intentional about it.

Daddy's Little Girl

Fri, 16 Sep 2016 04:01:12 -0600

The best gifts you can give your kids, especially your daughters, is to love their mother. When I say love their mother, I’m not talking about just saying it, I’m talking about living it.

Celebrating Your Spouse

Fri, 09 Sep 2016 04:01:35 -0600

We celebrate all kinds of things. Some celebrations are big and long lasting. Other celebrations are smaller and in a more intimate setting. Regardless of the venue, to celebrate someone is to give him or her praise, and to confirm his or her importance. How well do you score in this important areas of marriage?

Zealous for My Marriage

Fri, 02 Sep 2016 04:01:29 -0600

Zealous means, ‘one who is eagerly devoted or deeply committed to a person or thing.’ It means to be passionate, excited, and on-fire for. In this episode we explore the question, “What if all of us were zealous for our marriages and our spouses?”

Groundwork for a Great Marriage

Fri, 26 Aug 2016 04:01:54 -0600

Great marriages typically don’t just happen, they take work. if you want a great marriage or just a greater marriage, you need to lay the groundwork and that groundwork is rooted in feelings.

It's Not Over...Dealing With Failure

Fri, 05 Aug 2016 04:01:59 -0600

Where do you start when a couple tells you that this is the last chance? I start with asking, "Do you despise your spouse or the current state of your marriage?" If it's the latter we can fix that and in this episode we start with the failures themselves.

Out of Work

Fri, 29 Jul 2016 04:01:13 -0600

Being out of work can result in excessive pressure on even a strong marriage. But, if your marriage is struggling, it can lead to its total destruction. In this episode we discuss ways to prevent financial stress from ripping your marriage to pieces.

The In-laws

Fri, 22 Jul 2016 04:01:40 -0600

I want to discuss a touchy topic today because too many couples have no idea how to handle this topic and it is one of the top five areas of tension in a marriage. I am talking about in-laws. All too often the in-laws are at the heart of the failure of a marriage.

Turnaround - Part 5, Expectations

Fri, 15 Jul 2016 04:01:27 -0600

We come into a marriage with Expectations that were formed from all kinds of sources. For every Expectation there is a corresponding Reality. Sometimes those two parts are very close together meaning…what we expected is pretty close to what is actually happening. Other times, these two parts are miles from each other and we have a huge gap between them. In this episode we discuss how to close the gap.

Turnaround - Part 4, Threats

Fri, 01 Jul 2016 04:01:30 -0600

The first rule when dealing with Threats to a marriage is...protecting egos and pride is a waste of everyone's time. Threats will kill a marriage and just about any attempt to save a marriage, so they have to be eliminated immediately and completely.

Turnaround - Part 3, Opportunities

Fri, 24 Jun 2016 04:01:24 -0600

When it comes to opportunities…it all comes down to perspective. When an opportunity presents itself, it can have a positive or a negative impact on the marriage depending on how you perceive and react to it. In this episode we discuss how to identify an opportunity and react to it in a way that will improve your marriage. We also discuss what to do when you miss an opportunity.

Turnaround - Part 2, Strengths and Weaknesses

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 04:01:50 -0600

Strengths are characteristics, personality traits, habits, etc. that are foundational to the success of the marriage. However, many times couples feel powerless in overcoming or stoping weaknesses. The weaknesses we are talking about here are areas where one or both of the spouses are just not strong. In this episode we discuss how to use both to improve your marriage.

Turnaround - Part 1

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 04:01:44 -0600

Similar techniques to the turnaround of a company can be applied to the turnaround of a marriage as well. The first step is to stabilize the marriage then assess the marriage. The latter is accomplished using the business tool, S.W.O.T analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats). In this series we apply each component of this business tool to the turnaround of a marriage.

Love Triangle

Fri, 29 Apr 2016 04:01:16 -0600

The Biblical love triangle for a marriage includes: the husband, the wife and God. In this episode we discuss what it means to put God in the center of your marriage and how to actually do that.

Secrets

Fri, 22 Apr 2016 04:01:54 -0600

Today I’m am going to teach you how to get away with lying. Actually, that’s not true, but I do discuss secrets in marriage and how to rebuild trust once it is broken.

Commitment

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 04:01:44 -0600

Commitment is not only about honoring a promise, it also about your attitude in fulfilling that promise. Your Commitment is also the direct outward expression of your integrity. Integrity is doing what is right even when no one is watching and fulfilling a promise even when the recipient of that promise doesn’t deserve it. Commitment is honoring your word for no other reason than because you gave your word.

Lead by Example

Fri, 25 Mar 2016 05:01:47 -0600

If you want to influence anyone to do anything, the best advice I can give you is to live it out yourself.

Talk with Me - Communication in Marriage

Fri, 18 Mar 2016 05:01:00 -0600

Communication is a major issue in marriage. When I ask couples the question, “What can your spouse do better to help the marriage” the wives will almost universally answer, “Talk with me more.” In this episode, tips and tricks to communicating better.

Trust In Marriage

Fri, 04 Mar 2016 06:01:27 -0600

Trust is foundational to a marriage. If you don't have it or it’s been damaged in your marriage, please know that it can be rebuilt. Even a marriage suffering from adultery can rebuild trust. Like most steps to a great marriage, it is tough work, but it is well worth the effort.

Thick Skinned (Walls Part II)

Fri, 19 Feb 2016 06:01:23 -0600

When it comes to tearing down walls in your marriage that are separating the two of you, you are going to need to be thick skinned. Tearing down walls is going to be tough and emotionally painful, but not impossible.

Tearing Down Walls in Your Marriage

Fri, 12 Feb 2016 06:01:41 -0600

Every marriage has built walls between the husband and wife. Some are small and easily ignored such as an annoying habit. Others are so high and thick they appear to be immovable. In this episode we discuss how to avoid creating walls in your marriage and how to tear down those that already exist.

Get Over It

Fri, 05 Feb 2016 06:01:10 -0600

Ever feel like everything just stinks. In this episode we discuss being in a 'Funk' and how to get out of it.

Inny or Outy

Fri, 29 Jan 2016 06:01:47 -0600

I thought we would have a little fun today and talk about innies and outies. No…I’m not talking about your bellybutton, I’m talking about your personality…are you an introvert or an extravert? In this episode we discuss how these personalities can have a major impact on your marriage.

Adore for Her, Honor for Him

Fri, 22 Jan 2016 06:01:16 -0600

If you’ve been married any length of time you probably heard at least once the phrase, “I love you but I don’t like you right now” Is that even possible? In this episode learn what each of you really wants from your marriage.

Flying Your Colors

Fri, 15 Jan 2016 06:01:25 -0600

In this episode I present a topic you probably don't think about much, your wedding ring and what it actually represents. It's so much more than just a symbol of a union between two people.

Let's Fix This, Avoiding Emotional Reactions

Fri, 08 Jan 2016 06:01:34 -0600

What does the entrepreneur show, Shark Tank, have in common with repairing a marriage? Much like entrepreneurs who allow their emotions to drive their reactions, when trying to repair a marriage it's a recipe for disaster.

His Brain, Her Brain

Fri, 18 Dec 2015 06:01:13 -0600

Everyone knows that men and women are different, but have you ever thought about that difference with respect to the way they think. In this episode we explore how women are multi-thought oriented and men…well not so much.

Disappointment in Marriage

Fri, 11 Dec 2015 06:01:21 -0600

Disappointment in marriage is the result of the gap between what is expected and what is reality. If left unchecked, disappointment will lead to resentment. There is a simply way to reduce the gap, well it’s sort of simple.

The Goal...A Great Marriage

Fri, 27 Nov 2015 06:01:04 -0600

When setting out to rebuild a marriage the first step is to understand the goal, which is a great marriage. In this episode learn how to work at rebuilding the marriage by focusing on the issues instead of the character.

Hope - Discouraged

Fri, 20 Nov 2015 06:01:24 -0600

If you are feeling discouraged and that there is no hope for your marriage, this episode will help to change that. Real examples are provided to encourage you to stay in the fight for a great marriage.

Money and Marriage

Fri, 13 Nov 2015 06:02:57 -0600

Money is often cited as the cause of divorce. Although money problems do contribute to the stress, it is not the real cause for divorce. In this episode learn the root of the problem and how to prevent money from being an issue.

Scrambled Eggs

Fri, 30 Oct 2015 05:01:58 -0600

The Bible says that a man and a women shall ‘become one’ when they get married. What does ‘become one’ look like…it looks like scrambled eggs. when you scramble eggs the yoke is mixed with the whites of the egg and you can no longer separate them.

No Respect

Fri, 25 Sep 2015 04:01:47 -0600

In a marriage respect and love are critical, but there is a difference in being loved and feeling loved. The same is true for respect. Learn the difference and how to improve both.

Plain and Simple

Mon, 14 Sep 2015 04:01:08 -0600

Many marriages are having problems because they make marriage way too complicated. Learn how to simplify your marriage is three easy steps.

Value of Wife

Fri, 04 Sep 2015 04:01:33 -0600

How much value do you place on your wife? Put a number to it…on a scale of 1 to 10, what number would you assign to the value you place on her? In this episode we discuss how you value your wife based on usefulness, importance, worth and desirability. Probably not what you're thinking.

Got a Plan?

Fri, 28 Aug 2015 04:01:53 -0600

What is the long-term plan for your life? What about your family, what do you want for your family? If you have kids, what do you want for each of them individually? If you’re like most, you probably can give general answers to each of those question, such as to be successful, healthy and have long productive lives. However, if you can’t provide specific answers to those questions then you have a bit of work ahead of you.

Friendly Advice

Fri, 21 Aug 2015 04:01:44 -0600

Marriage advice from friends and family may seem like good and helpful advice, but I would highly advise against it. In this episode I’ll explain why marriage advice from friends and family have be more harmful than beneficial for your marriage.

Divide and Conquer

Fri, 14 Aug 2015 04:01:12 -0600

Stereotypes about a husband and wife's roles are irrelevant when you are trying to make your marriage as strong as possible. Discover how to identify strengths and then divide to maximize the efficiency of your marriage.

Words That Uplift

Fri, 07 Aug 2015 04:01:53 -0600

Conflict in your marriage can't be eliminated but it can certainly be minimized. All you need is a standard that doesn't change.

Dishwashers and Strip Arguing

Fri, 24 Jul 2015 04:01:58 -0600

What are the most damaging things that couples argue about…tooth paste, toilet paper and dishwashers. In this episode find out why these are so damaging to a marriage and learn how to play strip arguing.

Leftovers

Fri, 17 Jul 2015 04:01:32 -0600

Do you need more time in your day? How about more time with your spouse? Time together doesn’t just happen; you need to be intentional about making it happen. In this episode, you will be challenged to analyze your time and encouraged to give more of it to your spouse.

Deserve Better

Fri, 10 Jul 2015 04:01:54 -0600

Do you ever feel like your spouse deserves better or maybe you deserve better than your spouse? We hit this topic head-on and provide an alternative option.

A Little R&R

Fri, 19 Jun 2015 04:01:01 -0600

Every marriage needs a break. Sometimes it’s a break from each other, meaning a girls or guys night out or some other activity where you can bond with friends. And sometimes it's a break from life which is when the two of you do something together so you can strengthen the bond with each other by focussing on nothing but each other.

I Smell Smoke

Fri, 12 Jun 2015 04:01:49 -0600

The topic is geared toward a marriage facing divorce, but I have found that it is just as valuable to a healthy marriage. A marriage at the divorce stage doesn’t need saving; it needs rebuilding.

Love Is...

Fri, 29 May 2015 04:01:57 -0600

Have you ever been asked to define love with respect to marriage. So many couples attach actions to love which results in great disappointment. In this episode, learn what the Biblical definition of love in marriage means.

Intentional Intimacy

Fri, 22 May 2015 04:01:32 -0600

Intentional Intimacy. Spontaneity is great but if that's your only plan for intimacy I suspect you will be frustrated most of the time. Being intentional about intimacy builds anticipation and excitement.

Arguing

Fri, 15 May 2015 04:01:41 -0600

'We always argue' is a stupid and one of the most selfish reasons for getting a divorce. In this episode, learn techniques for how to stop arguing.

Apologizing

Fri, 08 May 2015 04:01:52 -0600

Flowers, chocolate and ten apologies and she's still mad at you. There is something missing in your apology and starts with one word.

Forgiveness

Fri, 01 May 2015 04:01:24 -0600

Forgiveness is one of the most powerful tools a couple has. Use it wisely and you can recover from most any trial. Use it poorly and you will destroy your marriage.

Growing Together Instead of Apart

Thu, 23 Apr 2015 16:01:08 -0600

Many couples wake up one day and realize they've lost connection with each and it seems like they are miles apart. That's because if you are not growing together, you are growing apart, there is no standing still. This episode covers one area you can address to begin to reverse the cycle or prevent it from the start of your marriage.

Empathy not Pity

Fri, 17 Apr 2015 04:01:57 -0600

Empathy is the ability to, first and foremost, understand someone’s feelings. Whether you think the feelings are warranted or justified is completely irrelevant.

Balancing Work and Family

Fri, 10 Apr 2015 04:01:50 -0600

Ever wish you could do a better job at balancing your time between work and family? Well, the secret is not balance of time but structure.

Building on a Foundation

Fri, 03 Apr 2015 04:01:25 -0600

A great marriage doesn't just happen, it happens because two people were intentional about making it a great marriage.

Purity in Marriage

Fri, 27 Mar 2015 05:01:04 -0600

What does it mean that the marriage bed must be undefiled? If undefiled means pure, what constitutes pure and what exactly must be kept pure? This episode gets a bit more personal and a bit more direct.

Intimacy Needs, Wants and Expectations

Fri, 20 Mar 2015 05:01:23 -0600

Do you and your spouse agree on what is a need and what is a want? How about when it comes to intimacy do you both need and want the same thing. What about expectations about how those needs and wants are met, are your expectations realistic or unrealistic. We'll cover each of these in this episode using intimacy as an example. Sorry, it's going to stay G-rated, but listen anyway as what you learn may change the rating of your time together.

Priorities

Sat, 07 Mar 2015 06:01:16 -0600

Has your wife ever gotten on you for devoting too much time to an activity? Obviously work is important, everybody needs some time to themselves and what kind of a guy would you be if you didn't help a friend in need when he calls? So, is your wife's irritation justified?

Pride

Sun, 01 Mar 2015 06:01:19 -0600

When a prideful attitude is embedded into our marriage, it will over inflate our egos and blind us to our wrongs.

Wingman

Mon, 23 Feb 2015 06:01:00 -0600

If you were asked to make a list of men who had an influence in your life, who would you put on that list? Would anyone's name be on the list if the list was names of men who influenced you since you got married? Is your name on anyone else's list?

Rules of Engagement

Mon, 09 Feb 2015 06:01:35 -0600

Have you ever participated in a sports activity without rules, I have. It was crazy, unpredictable and dangerous. Does your marriage have rules? If not, it will be crazy, unpredictable and dangerous.

Fixed Standards

Mon, 02 Feb 2015 06:01:17 -0600

By what standards do you live? Are they fixed or can they change over time. Standards that change causes confusion. This is true in marriage as well. If you want a great marriage, your marriage needs to be guided by standards that are fixed, never changing.

Attitude is Everything

Mon, 26 Jan 2015 06:01:43 -0600

If you want to win at anything you have to have the right attitude. The same is true in marriage. If you want a great marriage, decide you're going to have a great marriage and then do everything you can to achieve that goal.

Honor, Integrity, Repect

Mon, 19 Jan 2015 06:01:05 -0600

We all want honor, integrity and respect. You know how to earn it at work, but do you know how to get it in your marriage?