Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchTaking Back the Hurt
Episode 449
We all do it. We say something in the heat of the moment… and feelings get hurt. Sometimes, though, that can be the “last straw,” that final tap ove…
3 years, 5 months ago
Limiting Beliefs Blocking Your Spouse
Episode 448
We all have limiting beliefs. You... me... and your spouse! I always work to change my limiting beliefs. You are probably doing the same. But you…
3 years, 6 months ago
You are NOT Enemies!
Episode 447
Roles. We all have them. We all play them. Some are "identity roles." They identify us in the role. For example, I am "son," "father," "brother," "hu…
3 years, 7 months ago
Can a Marriage Turn Around Quickly?
Episode 446
Lots of people have asked me how long it takes for a marriage crisis to turn around... for the marriage to start heading in the RIGHT direction. Doe…
3 years, 7 months ago
Crisis Clarity
Episode 445
Nothing gets your focus and attention like a crisis. But sometimes, that Crisis Clarity isn't so helpful. Let's backtrack just a minute. What is Cr…
3 years, 8 months ago
Crisis vs. Problem
Episode 444
On a regular basis, people want to tell me about the problem with their marriage. Then, they tell me about the current crisis: "my spouse doesn't l…
3 years, 8 months ago
The Dad Edge
Episode 443
Every now and then (well, actually quite frequently), people tell me stories about how parenting didn’t exactly elicit the best response. Many times…
3 years, 9 months ago
Some Truths for Every Couple
Episode 442
Many of my podcast episodes are really aimed at those in the midst of some marriage crisis. Maybe it is hanging on by a thread. Perhaps it is just in…
3 years, 10 months ago
3 Steps for Better Communication
Episode 441
Many couples make the mistake of assuming that their problems are due to poor communication. That is not (or rarely) the case. Why do couples think t…
3 years, 10 months ago
How You Show Up
Episode 440
We all "show ourselves" in our interactions with others. Sometimes, we truly Show Up, bringing our best self to the relationship. Other times, we bri…
3 years, 11 months ago