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Awesome Marriage Podcast

Dr. Kim Kimberlingawesomemarriage.com
Far too many couples are just surviving their marriage when it was meant to thrive. This is the place for practical tips on how to build an awesome marriage. Our passion is to help you strengthen your marriage. Dr. Kim Kimberling hosts the show. Dr. Kim is the President of Awesome Marriage, has been married for over 50 years, and has been a professional counselor for 40+ years. He is the author of 7 Secrets to An Awesome Marriage ,14 Keys To Lasting Love, and most recently Love, Intimacy and Sex in the Second Half. Dr. Kim will be joined once a month by his wife of 55 years, Nancy Kimberling. He will also host other great guests that will teach and encourage you as you intentionally pursue an awesome marriage. Tune in each week to hear practical advice from Dr. Kim. This podcast is brought to you by the ministry of Awesome Marriage.
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Episodes

What Do You Do When You Can’t Trust Your Spouse | Ep. 264

Trust is a key component in a thriving marriage, so how do you thrive when it’s not there? In this episode Dr. Kim encourages those of you in this situation and gives you some wisdom on steps you can take. Tune in to learn what to do when you can’t trust your spouse! NOTEWORTHY QUOTES “I always tell people to look at your spouse’s heart. See where the relationship with God is. I think when trust is broken, initially you are not going to trust that person, but you can trust God within that person...

Oct 23, 201830 min

Best of Podcast - 3 Ways to Practice True Monogamy: Way 1

This is a podcast that aired earlier this year that we wanted to highlight again because it is such an important concept to understand in order to have a thriving, God-honoring marriage. We want to help you understand what true monogamy is and give you ways to practically practice this in your marriage. In this episode Dr. Kim & Christina share about 1 way to live this out: watching what you allow yourself to see. Tune in to learn more!

Oct 20, 201817 min

Ask Dr. Kim: Is swinging okay in marriage? | Ep. 263

This is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: Is swinging okay in marriage? Tune in to find out! RESOURCES Reasons Your Sex Life Isn’t Awesome: You Aren’t Practicing True Monogamy 3 Ways to Practice True Monogamy: Way 1 3 Ways to Practice True Monogamy: Way 2 3 Ways to Practice True Monogamy: Way 3 Get Dr. Kim’s latest resource 5 St...

Oct 18, 201814 min

My Spouse Doesn’t Trust Me But I’m Being Honest | Ep. 262

Does your spouse trust you? In this episode Dr. Kim & Christina talk about when your spouse doesn’t trust you even when you are truly being honest. It’s hard and disappointing when your spouse doesn’t trust you even when you know you are being honest and trustworthy. There are a lot of reasons people have trust issues, but there are real solutions that can help if this is your story. Tune in to learn how to cope with this issue in marriage! RESOURCES Cindy Beall’s Book Rebuilding a Marriage ...

Oct 16, 201824 min

Ask Dr. Kim: How can I help my wife who is struggling with Postpartum Depression? | Ep. 261

This is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: How can I help my wife who is struggling with Postpartum Depression? Tune in to find out! NOTEWORTHY QUOTES “Don’t make her deal with it herself come along a side of her. When she has your support and you are walking with her it helps a lot.” “Don’t try to put your wife in a box and say ...

Oct 11, 201830 min

Emotional Infidelity: The Warning Signs | Ep. 260

When it comes to an emotional affair, do you know the warning signs? This month at Awesome Marriage we are talking about emotional infidelity and trust issues. Today Dr. Kim & Christina talk specifically about emotional infidelity and the warning signs of it. Emotional affairs are everywhere and they are, unfortunately, very easy to slip into. So we have to be careful to guard our marriage from any kind of affair, including one that never gets physical. The reality is, we are ALL at risk of ...

Oct 09, 201829 min

A Husband’s Journey To Healing & A Wife’s Unfailing Devotion: Interview with Russ & Tori Taff Part 3

In this episode we welcome Russ & Tori Taff with us today. The movie “I Still Believe” is coming out in theaters on Oct 30th and it’s a documentary following Russ’s musical journey and his behind-the-scenes battle with alcoholism. We are excited to have the Taff’s with us today, because addiction, shame, and secret things are all big issues plaguing many marriages today. We’re excited to share Russ & Tori’s story with you today because they came out of it on the other side. Tune in to he...

Oct 07, 201825 min

A Husband’s Journey To Healing & A Wife’s Unfailing Devotion: Interview with Russ & Tori Taff Part 2

In this episode we welcome Russ & Tori Taff with us today. The movie “I Still Believe” is coming out in theaters on Oct 30th and it’s a documentary following Russ’s musical journey and his behind-the-scenes battle with alcoholism. We are excited to have the Taff’s with us today, because addiction, shame, and secret things are all big issues plaguing many marriages today. We’re excited to share Russ & Tori’s story with you today because they came out of it on the other side. Tune in to he...

Oct 07, 201831 min

A Husband’s Journey To Healing & A Wife’s Unfailing Devotion: Interview with Russ & Tori Taff Part 1

In this episode we welcome Russ & Tori Taff with us today. The movie “I Still Believe” is coming out in theaters on Oct 30th and it’s a documentary following Russ’s musical journey and his behind-the-scenes battle with alcoholism. We are excited to have the Taff’s with us today, because addiction, shame, and secret things are all big issues plaguing many marriages today. We’re excited to share Russ & Tori’s story with you today because they came out of it on the other side. Tune in to he...

Oct 07, 201826 min

Best of Podcast: Reasons Your Sex Life Isn’t Awesome- Mental or Health Issues

This is a podcast that aired earlier this year that we wanted to highlight again because so many couples struggle with sex in their marriage and this particular sex issue comes up more often than you’d think. In this episode Dr. Kim & Christina share about mental and health issues that can affect sex. They share practical advice on what to do if you experience one of these issues in your marriage. Tune in to learn more!

Oct 06, 201821 min

What It Means To Be Trustworthy In a Marriage | Ep. 258

Do you have total trust in your marriage? Trust is a key component in an awesome marriage. It’s hard to gain and so easy to lose. If you want your marriage to thrive you need to say “no” to emotional infidelity and you need to be willing to do the hard work to promote trust in your marriage. Today on the podcast Dr. Kim & Christina talk specifically about what it means to be trustworthy in marriage. Tune in to learn more about trust in marriage! SPONSORS Thank you to Bedre for sponsoring thi...

Oct 02, 201833 min

Best of Podcast - Ask Dr. Kim: Do married couples have to sleep in the same bed?

This is an Ask Dr. Kim segment that originally aired last year on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them.We are highlighting this podcast again to share Dr. Kim’s answers to common marriage questions. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: Do married couples have to sleep in the same bed? Tune in to find out!

Sep 29, 20187 min

Christian Women & Seductive Selfies - Interview with Kristen & Bethany from GirlDefined Ministries | Ep. 257

Today on the podcast we welcome back Kristen Clark & Bethany Baird. Kritsen & Bethany are sisters and co founders of GirlDefined Ministries . They are are vloggers, bloggers, and speakers. Kristen & Bethany join Christina to talk about seductive selfies, what they are, and how to check our hearts before what we post online. This is a great conversation that will challenge many. Our hope and prayer is that this episode will give you practical tools to discern what you post online to h...

Sep 27, 201843 min

Modesty in Marriage for Christian Wives - Interview with Kristen & Bethany from GirlDefined Ministries | Ep. 256

Do you have to be modest if you’re married? We hear about modesty as singles but then the conversation isn’t often carried on into marriage. In this episode we address the importance of modesty in marriage. Today on the Podcast we welcome Kristen Clark & Bethany Baird. Kristen & Bethany are sisters and co-founders of GirlDefined Ministries . They are are vloggers, bloggers, and speakers. Their goal is to help modern girls understand and live out God’s timeless truth for womanhood. In a d...

Sep 26, 201846 min

Marriage Musts When You Have Teenage Children | Ep. 255

Have teens at home? In this episode Dr. Kim and Christina address the challenges of raising teens and some tips for how to survive this season with your marriage intact. Tune in to learn marriage musts when you have teenagers at home! Get Dr. Kim’s latest ebook Creating A Dream Marriage Part 4 - Fighting Until Your Marriage Wins with ANY donation to Awesome Marriage this month. In this short mini-book, Dr. Kim gives couples a better understanding of which unseen issues may be driving their fight...

Sep 25, 201833 min

The Vital Connection Between Intimacy and Money - Interview with Brian & Cherie Lowe | Ep. 254

Do you struggle with finances in your marriage? Do you struggle with intimacy? Money and sex are two of the most common tension points in marriage. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Today on the podcast we welcome Cherie & Brian Lowe. Cherie is a finance blogger at Queen of Free, and Brian is a family law attorney. Together they have seen it all when it comes to marital money struggles. Tune in to hear straight talk and power principles for getting your finances back on track so you can ge...

Sep 24, 201839 min

Best of Podcast: 3 Ways to Stop Fighting Your Spouse- Way 1

This is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again to give you one practical and important way to help you stop fighting your spouse. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 1st way: watching your tone. Tune in to learn more about how to watch your tone in your marriage!

Sep 22, 201823 min

Marriage Musts When You Have Kids in Middle School | Ep. 253

Are you in the throes of raising middle schoolers? Than this episode is for you! In this episode Dr. Kim and Christina address the challenges of raising middle schoolers and some tips for how to survive this season with your marriage intact. Tune in to learn marriage musts when you have kids in middle school! RESOURCES Calm Parenting with Kirk Martin Focus on the Family...

Sep 18, 201831 min

Best of Podcast: 3 Tips To Communicating Well - Tip 1

This is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again since communication is such an important key to having an awesome marriage. This “3 Tips” series discusses 3 tips to communicating well in marriage. Dr. Kim and Christina discuss the 1st way today: make it safe for your spouse to talk to you. Tune in to learn more about how to make it safe for your spouse to talk to you!

Sep 15, 201820 min

Ask Dr. Kim: What do you do when you want space and time away from your spouse? | Ep. 252

This is an Ask Dr. Kim segment on the Awesome Marriage Podcast. People submit their questions about love, relationships, and marriage to Dr. Kim and he answers them. In this episode Dr. Kim answers the question: What do you do when you want space and time away from your spouse? Tune in to find out! Get Dr. Kim’s latest ebook Creating A Dream Marriage Part 4 - Fighting Until Your Marriage Wins with ANY donation to Awesome Marriage this month. In this short mini-book, Dr. Kim gives couples a bette...

Sep 13, 201815 min

Marriage Musts When You Have Kids in Elementary School | Ep. 251

Raising children is not for the faint of heart. Parenting elementary aged children comes with its own unique set of challenges: busy schedules, discipline, dealing with your children’s friends and their influence, teaching them responsibility, ungrateful hearts and comparison, not to mention all the struggles with technology! In this episode Dr. Kim and Christina address the challenges of raising elementary kids and some tips for how to survive this season with your marriage intact. Tune in to l...

Sep 11, 201835 min

Best of Podcast: Building a Happy Marriage- Interview with Kelly Flanagan

This is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again. Kelly Flanagan is a clinical psychologist, author and speaker. Kelly writes about personal transformation, marriage, parenting, community, mindfulness and gratitude, grace, the power of story, and the discovery of purpose. Kelly joins Dr. Kim to talk about how to build a happy marriage. They share about the importance of not wasting time “working on your marriage” when you can be “building” it. Tune in below to learn more ...

Sep 08, 201839 min

3 Ways to Keep Your Marriage Good with Kids- Way 3 | Ep. 250

Feel like you never have a minute alone because your kids are always by your side?! In this series we will be sharing 3 ways to keep your marriage good with kids at home. We have been going over 1 way each day. Today’s tip is: introduce independent play. Tune in to learn more!

Sep 07, 201823 min

3 Ways to Keep Your Marriage Good with Kids- Way 2 | Podcast 249

Are you a parent? Struggling to juggle your marriage amidst it all? Then this podcast episode is for you! In this 3 part series Dr. Kim and Christina share ways to keep your marriage good with kids at home. Today is way #2: Don’t coast. Tune in to learn more! Be sure to tune in tomorrow as well to learn the 3rd way to keep your marriage good with kids at home!

Sep 06, 201819 min

3 Ways to Keep Your Marriage Good with Kids- Way 1| Podcast 248

This is a mini series on ways to keep you marriage good with kids. Being parent is a huge responsibility, but if we want to have an awesome marriage we can’t put our parenting role above our role as a spouse. This week we wanted give some tips for how to stay intentional in your marriage amidst the task of parenting. In this series we will be sharing 3 ways to keep your marriage good with kids. We will be going over 1 way each day. Today’s way is: Have a daily update. Tune in to learn more! Be s...

Sep 05, 201819 min

Marriage Musts When You Have Babies and Toddlers | Podcast 247

Are your littles draining your marriage? Each season of life comes with it’s own unique challenges. And many times as life’s demands change, our marriage goes to the wayside. We want to help you be intentional with your marriage and learn good, practical tips for keeping your marriage strong and thriving in EVERY season of life. In this episode Dr. Kim and Christina talk about marriage musts when you have babies and toddlers. Tune in to learn more about how to keep your marriage awesome even in ...

Sep 04, 201838 min

Best of Podcast: Confessions From A Married Midlife Couple

This is a podcast that aired last year that we wanted to highlight again because so much of our audience is in this life stage. Each life stage comes with its unique set of distractions and challenges. In this podcast we hear the story of Kristin and Eric Larson, a married couple in midlife, and what they are learning in this stage. Tune in to learn hear this couple’s story and how to do marriage well with young children in the home!

Sep 01, 201835 min
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