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Dating with Purpose: From Single to Successful Couple | Stacy Hubbard | #143
Dating is challenging, whether you're looking for casual connections or seeking a lifelong partner. In a recent episode of Stronger Marriage Connection, marriage and family therapist Stacey Hubbard shared valuable insights about healthy dating practices based on the renowned Gottman Method.
Betrayal, Infidelity, and Affair Recovery | Dr. Talal Alsaleem | #142
The statistics are staggering: while only about 30% of couples typically repair their relationship after infidelity, Dr. Al-Saleem's Systematic Affair Recovery Therapy approach helps 85% of couples find their way back to each other. This remarkable difference highlights why specialized treatment matters so profoundly when navigating betrayal's aftermath.
Four Keys To A Happier Marriage | Jeff Dew | #141
New research reveals the four pillars of marital happiness: commitment, protectiveness, shared religious attendance, and regular date nights. Dr. Jeffrey Du breaks down how these simple practices create extraordinary marriages.
Finding Love Through ALS | Lisa Valentine Clark | #140
Lisa Valentine Clark shares her extraordinary journey of love and resilience through her husband Christopher's battle with ALS, offering profound insights on how their marriage was strengthened through humor, sacrifice, and intentionally seeking joy amid terminal illness.
Discernment Counseling: For Couples on The Brink of Divorce | Dr. Steve Harris | #139
Considering Divorce or feel stuck in a marriage but unsure about divorce? Dr. Harris explains how discernment counseling helps confused couples find clarity: "Just because someone is thinking about divorce does not mean divorce is inevitable.” Learn how mixed-agenda couples can make confident decisions.
Transforming Conflict into Connection and Radical Forgiveness | Chad Ford | #138
Conflict is inevitable in marriage, but destruction isn't. Chad Ford shares how to transform fear-based reactions into opportunities for deeper connection. The goal isn't a conflict-free marriage, but doing conflict well.
When Hard Times Come, Your Relationship Can Grow Stronger | Nathan Leonhardt | #137
Capital R Resilience vs. lowercase r resilience—Dr. Lenhart explains how some hardships transform us completely while others offer smaller gains. Which have you experienced in your relationship? Listen to discover how couples navigate life's crucibles together.
Everyday Erotocism: Cultivating Passion Beyond the Bedroom Alexandra Stockwell | #136
What if the secret to a passionately intimate marriage isn't found in compromise but in authenticity? Dr. Alexandra Stockwell, known as "The Intimacy Doctor," upends conventional wisdom by revealing how traditional approaches to keeping the peace often leave couples with pleasant but passion-starved relationships.
Keeping Your Marriage Strong When Life Gets Tough | Dave & Julie Bulitt | #135
What happens when a top divorce lawyer marries a talented couples therapist? The Bullitts have seen it all – from the front lines of marital breakdown to the healing journey of relationships in crisis. In this captivating episode, David and Julie Bullitt share insights from their professional expertise and 38+ years of marriage, offering a rare glimpse into love from both sides of the aisle.
Your Baby Deserves Parents That Love Each Other | Julie Blackburn | #134
Welcoming a baby marks one of life's most transformative moments, yet for many couples, this joyous arrival can strain relationships in unexpected ways. Research shows that 67% of couples become deeply unhappy within their first three years of parenting—a startling statistic with profound implications not just for marriages, but for children's emotional development.
A Great Marriage Starts With A Great You | Greg Denning | #133
"We don't live at the level of our hopes, we live at the level of our habits." From homeless teen to extraordinary family man, Greg Denning shares how intentional daily choices and strategic investments create the marriage and life of your dreams.
The Imago Connection: Transforming Conflict into Growth | Mary Kay Cocharo | #130
Mary Kay Cuccaro shares how Imago therapy helps transform relationship conflicts into opportunities for healing childhood wounds through a structured dialogue process that fosters safety, understanding, and deep connection.
Hidden Toll: How Conflict & Divorce Impact Children | Jenet Erickson | #124
The Art of New Parenthood: Protecting Your Relationship While Welcoming Baby | Joni Parthemer | #123
Why Is Marriage Important? | Dr. Brad Wilcox | #122
Why We Argue So Much? | Laura Heck and Zach Brittle | #121
Relationship Evaluation | Don and Carrie Cole | #120
Establishing Household Roles: Tips for Couples | Dr. Julie Hanks | #119
Daily Acts of Love Build Strong Intimate Marriages | Dr. Alexandra Solomon | #118
Chastity Before and Inside Marriage | Jason Evert | #116
Jason Evert discusses the significance of chastity, self-mastery, and authentic love in building stronger relationships. He emphasizes how these virtues contribute to healthier, more fulfilling marriages.