Episodios

  • From a Divorce Attorney’s Perspective
    Jul 25 2024

    The pain of divorce is regarded as one of the hardest things a person can face. Carey and Toni Nieuwhof join Jim Daly to share about ways they've seen divorce negatively impact others. Also, John, Greg and Erin offer hope to couples who've been in a desparate season for a long time.

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    Hope Restored

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    Why and How to Pursue a Healing Separation

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    13 m
  • When Childhood Wounds Reappear in Your Marriage
    Jul 23 2024

    Sometimes, when spouses lash out at each other, it's actually rooted in childhood wounds. Toni Nieuwhof nearly lost her marriage with her husband Carey, and she talks with Jim Daly about how wounds from growing up negatively impacted her marriage. Then, John and the Smalley's discuss first steps spouses can take toward wholeness if they have undealt with childhood trauma.

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    Watch Greg Smalley's Story

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    14 m
  • Holding Your Tongue, and Small Celebrations
    Jul 18 2024

    It's easy to say something you regret when you're exhausted. Jim Daly and Ted Lowe share how to respond when you feel triggered. Plus, Greg, Erin, and John address how celebrating small wins in your relationship can reframe your perspective.

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    Focus on Marriage Assessment

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    Cherish Your Spouse, Change Your Marriage Part 1 - Gary Thomas

    Control Negative Mindsets for an Improved Marriage

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    12 m
  • Healthy Self-Talk and Reassurance
    Jul 16 2024

    When you face something difficult in your marriage, how can you remind yourself of the truth? Ted Lowe shares a helpful phrase he and his wife use to remind themselves to persevere. Then, Greg and Erin talk with John on what helps them make it through hard times.

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    Cherish Your Spouse, Change Your Marriage Part 1 - Gary Thomas

    Control Negative Mindsets for an Improved Marriage

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    11 m
  • I’m So Offended! Now What?
    Jul 11 2024

    You didn't mean anything by what you said, but your mate seems offended. Sound familiar? Greg tells John about a time he unintentionally said something offensive to his wife Erin. Then, you'll hear Matt and Lisa Jacobson talk about how they worked through a misunderstanding in their relationship.

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    Four Ways Couples Can Wake Up from Feeling Stuck in Marriage

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    11 m
  • We All Want to Be Listened To
    Jul 9 2024

    When your mate shares something vulnerable, many times, he or she just wants a listening ear. Matt and Lisa Jacobson join Jim Daly to share how wives need to listen to their husbands. Plus, John and the Smalley's explain why husbands need to hear what their wives are saying without trying to fix every problem.

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    How to Truly Love Your Spouse

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    11 m
  • Even if You Didn’t Start Well
    Jul 4 2024

    When a couple is dating, it's common for people to say things like, "Don't move too fast?" But what if you and your spouse didn't get off to the best start? Jim Daly speaks with Dr. Ron and Jan Welch about how they dealt with a poor beginning. Plus, John and the Smalley's will provide hope to couples who didn't start well.

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    Making Right Choices in Marriage

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    10 m
  • It’s About Us, Not Me
    Jul 2 2024

    How do you stay on the same team, even when you are upset at each other? Erin and John discuss some of the underlying reasons why spouses can be competitive against one another. Also, Bill and Pam Farrel speak with Jim Daly about a time they worked through a season where they felt spread thin in their relationship

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    Understanding the Differences Between You and Your Spouse

    Developing Teamwork in Marriage

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    10 m