What serves as a sexual inhibitor for you in your marriage? Listen to evaluate 7 different areas of life which can create sexual inhibition in your marriage. If this podcast has been helpful to you in any way, please share it with a friend. And if you’d like to take this work deeper, I’d be honored to get to know you through couples coaching , workshops , or WedWell . Thanks to: John Tibbs for the amazing music each week; Evan Duszynski for producing, editing, and being the incredible husband th...
Feb 03, 2020•13 min•Season 1Ep. 84
What does living purposefully look like in your everyday? What’s the point for your marriage and do you experience a purpose greater than yourselves? Below are some questions to ask yourself and each other: What currently brings your life purpose? Where do you find the motivation to get up in the morning? How have you made meaning out of your circumstances, past or present? How has or have __________ impacted your sense of purpose? your childhood your cultural context your socioeconomic backgrou...
Jan 27, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 83
The process by which a couple emotionally, relationally, and spiritually matures, which produces a healthy dynamic, a life-giving culture, and an intimate marriage, for a purpose greater than themselves. Listen in. If this podcast has been helpful to you in any way, please share it with a friend. And if you’d like to take this work deeper, I’d be honored to get to know you through couples coaching , workshops , or WedWell . Thanks to: John Tibbs for the amazing music each week; Evan Duszynski fo...
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Thanks to: John Tibbs for the amazing music each week; Evan Duszynski for producing, editing, and being the incredible husband that you are; and you, the listener, for tuning each week in service of making your marriage better - may God be glorified through you and through your marriage.
Dec 23, 2019•2 min•Season 1Ep. 79
Set your intentions for the New Year with one word, one goal, & one prayer. To do this as a couple, family, team, or church, download the free worksheet: bravemarriage.com/oneword I’d love to work with you through premarital or couples coaching. If you’d love that too, please visit bravemarriage.com to learn more. And if this podcast or episode has been helpful to you in any way, the nicest thing you could do is share it with a friend. Thanks to: John Tibbs for the amazing music each week; E...
Dec 16, 2019•9 min•Season 1Ep. 78
Boundaries, boundaries, boundaries. The best gift to give yourself, your marriage, and your family this Christmas. Listeners, I’d love to work with you through premarital or couples coaching. If you’d love that too, please visit bravemarriage.com to learn more. And if this podcast or episode has been helpful to you in any way, the nicest thing you could do is share it with a friend. Thanks to: John Tibbs for the amazing music each week; Evan Duszynski for producing, editing, and being the incred...
Dec 09, 2019•13 min•Season 1Ep. 77
A few ideas for doing this Christmas with intention. Make it your most enjoyable holiday season yet with this free podcast + PDF! bravemarriage.com/christmaswithintention. Listeners, I’d love to work with you through premarital or couples coaching - if you’d love that to, please visit bravemarriage.com to learn more! And if this podcast or episode has been helpful to you in any way, the nicest thing you could do is to share it with a friend! Thanks to: John Tibbs for the amazing music each week....
Dec 02, 2019•11 min•Season 1Ep. 76
In which category does your marriage fall? What steps do you need to take toward a healthier marital dynamic? Individual Meaning - Intimate Relationship = Independent Marriage Intimate Relationship - Individual Meaning = Codependent Marriage Individual Meaning + Intimate Relationship = Interdependent Marriage Special thanks for contributing to the podcast: Music : John Tibbs Music Producing + Editing : Evan Duszynski If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating & review. To ...
Nov 18, 2019•14 min•Season 1Ep. 75
My prayer for you this week is that you let your loved ones off the hook for fulfilling in you what only Christ can. That you’d understand God’s heart in a new way today as you listen to these words, which we sometimes forget: With God, one day is as good as a thousand years, and a thousand years, as good as a day (Ps. 90:4). God isn’t late with His promise, as some measure lateness, but because God so loves the world - that includes you! - He’s restraining Himself on your account, because He do...
Nov 11, 2019•12 min•Season 1Ep. 74
Find out what means to accept your spouse’s influence and why it’s critical to the health of your marriage. Three steps to growing in this area include: Ask for your spouse’s input. Notice your reaction to your spouse’s input. Move through it to create a win-win solution. Mentioned on this episode: Manage Conflict: Accepting Influence by Zach Brittle Relationship Quiz Special thanks for contributing to the podcast: Music : John Tibbs Music Producing + Editing : Evan Duszynski If you enjoyed this...
Nov 04, 2019•14 min•Season 1Ep. 73
Does dialoguing about your problems seem like an oxymoron to you? In this episode, I share 3 tips for turning potential fights and unhealthy conflict into a healthier dialogue. Special thanks for contributing to the podcast: Music : John Tibbs Music Producing + Editing : Evan Duszynski If you enjoyed this episode, please consider: Leaving a rating + review on Apple Podcasts Texting in your feedback: 859-221-3845...
Oct 28, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 72
Creating a culture of positivity starts with you. When you eliminate negativity and intentionally commend those you love, you will be the catalyst for creating change for the better. Special thanks for contributing to the podcast: Music : John Tibbs Music Producing + Editing : Evan Duszynski If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating + review on Apple Podcasts
Oct 21, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 71
Today, we’re talking about 3 ways to build trust in your marriage. Mentioned in this episode: Growing in Self-Awareness PDF Courageous Conversations - Sign up today! John Gottman’s Sound Marital House Special thanks for contributing to the podcast: Music : John Tibbs Music Producing + Editing : Evan Duszynski If you enjoyed this episode, please consider: Leaving a rating + review on Apple Podcasts Texting in your feedback: 859-221-3845...
Oct 14, 2019•14 min•Season 1Ep. 70
Do you have a traditional marriage, a modern marriage, or a covenant marriage? Listen in to thoughtfully consider the type(s) of marriage you’ve committed to - and what it looks like to commit to a covenant marriage. Mentioned in this episode: Courageous Conversations - Sign up today! John Gottman’s Sound Marital House A Model for Marriage - Jack & Judith Balswick Special thanks for contributing to the podcast: Music : John Tibbs Music Producing + Editing : Evan Duszynski If you enjoyed this...
Oct 07, 2019•13 min•Season 1Ep. 69
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Sep 30, 2019•8 min•Season 1Ep. 68
What does it mean to commit to each other wholeheartedly? It means committing to one person, our spouse, & forsaking all others for the rest of our days. Listen in to see if you’re wholeheartedly committed in these 3 areas. Mentioned in this episode: Courageous Conversations - Sign up today! John Gottman’s Sound Marital House Special thanks for contributing to the podcast: Music : John Tibbs Music Producing + Editing : Evan Duszynski If you enjoyed this episode, please consider: Leaving a ra...
Sep 23, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 67
There are 3 crucial elements of building a strong friendship in marriage. Today, we’re talking about the third - turning toward your spouse instead of away. Listen & take action on the challenge at the end with 1 thing you can do today to make a difference in your marriage. Mentioned in this episode: Courageous Conversations - Sign up today! John Gottman’s Sound Marital House Special thanks for contributing to the podcast: Music : John Tibbs Music Producing + Editing : Evan Duszynski If you ...
Sep 16, 2019•14 min•Season 1Ep. 66
There are 3 crucial elements of building a strong friendship in marriage. Today, we’re talking about the second - how to think fondly of your spouse and grow in mutual admiration. Listen in for 3 practical steps toward more fondness and admiration in your marriage. Mentioned in this episode: Courageous Conversations - Sign up today! John Gottman’s Sound Marital House Special thanks for contributing to the podcast: Music : John Tibbs Music Producing + Editing : Evan Duszynski If you enjoyed this ...
Sep 09, 2019•13 min•Season 1Ep. 65
There are 3 crucial elements of building a strong friendship in marriage. Today, we’re talking about the first - how to build love maps. Listen in to see what it’s all about and to take action on the exercises at the end! Mentioned in this episode: Courageous Conversations - Sign up today! John Gottman’s Sound Marital House Special thanks for contributing to the podcast: Music : John Tibbs Music Producing + Editing : Evan Duszynski If you enjoyed this episode, please consider: Leaving a rating +...
Sep 02, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 64
What’s the secret to building a strong marriage? Listen in & take mental note of each step in the marriage-building process. Cheesy, I know - but hopefully memorable! Mentioned in this episode: Courageous Conversations - Sign up today! John Gottman’s Sound Marital House Special thanks for contributing to the podcast: Music : John Tibbs Music Producing + Editing : Evan Duszynski Tagged: brave marriage , healthy marriage , healthy communication...
Aug 26, 2019•17 min•Season 1Ep. 63
Listen in as this couple talks about doing marriage with intention, growing individually, and leading lives that honor and glorify God. To sign up for a Courageous Conversations Workshop this fall (9/24 or 10/26), visit: bravemarriage.com/courageous-conversations Mentioned in this episode: BMP Ep. #025 - “Thank You” Couples Coaching - Get started! Courageous Conversations - Sign up today! Special thanks for contributing to the podcast: Music : John Tibbs Music Producing + Editing : Evan Duszynsk...
Aug 19, 2019•14 min•Season 1Ep. 62
Year 7: Our last episode in the 7 Lessons in 7 Years series! Today, we’re talking all things Enneagram using Beth McCord’s (Your Enneagram Coach) new couples assessment - we hope you enjoy! Below are some of the best resources on the Enneagram: Enneagram Overview + In-Depth Look: Enneagram Institute - enneagraminstitute.com Enneagram Worldwide - enneagramworldwide.com Books: Becoming Us by Beth & Jeff McCord The Road Back to You by Ian Morgan Cron The Path Between Us by Suzanne Stabile Asses...
Aug 12, 2019•21 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Year 6: What we learned when life didn’t go as planned. We hope it’s helpful to you. Mentioned in this episode: 40 Intentional Questions to Ask Your Spouse Walking through Infertility, In Her Company Special thanks to… Music : John Tibbs Music Podcast Editing : Evan Duszynski...
Aug 05, 2019•18 min•Season 1Ep. 60
Year 5: The middle of a difficult season can feel long, hard, and messy. It can also be the perfect opportunity to take pause and ask yourself and each other some very intentional questions. Download these questions for free! Please leave us comments, questions, or feedback at 502-221-3845. Special thanks to… Music : John Tibbs Music @johntibbsmusic Podcast Editing : Evan Duszynski...
Jul 29, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 59
Year 4: It’s possible to grieve the same experience differently. In fact, it’s probable. Listen in as Kensi and Evan discuss their pregnancy loss and infertility journey, and how they came together despite their differences in emotion and experience of grief. If you’d like to work with Kensi through grief counseling for pregnancy loss, contact her here . If you’ve experienced something similar or if this episode resonated with you in some way, please let us know at 502-221-3845. Special thanks t...
Jul 22, 2019•17 min•Season 1Ep. 58
Year 3: One of the most important lessons we’ve learned in our marriage thus far. Mutually empowering each other to grow has led us closer to our dreams; toward greater personal growth; & it’s increased the intimacy between us & the safety we feel in relationship with one another. We pray the same for your marriage! Be sure to text the text machine with your thoughts, questions, & feedback to (502) 221-3845! Interested in the Courageous Conversations workshops coming up this fall? Ge...
Jul 15, 2019•20 min•Season 1Ep. 57
Year 2: Listen in as Kensi admits to how immature & unrealistic she was at the start of her marriage! Thankful for God’s grace & growing up together. Be sure to text the text machine with your thoughts, questions, & feedback to (502) 221-3845! Interested in the Courageous Conversations workshops coming up this fall? Get the dates here . Special thanks to… Music : John Tibbs Music @johntibbsmusic Podcast Editing : Evan Duszynski...
Jul 08, 2019•12 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Year 1: This summer, we’re taking a break from our regular programming…join Kensi + Evan as they reflect on each of the last 7 years of marriage together! Be sure to text the text machine with your thoughts, questions, & feedback to (502) 221-3845! Interested in the Courageous Conversations workshops coming up this fall? Get the dates here . Special thanks to… Music : John Tibbs Music @johntibbsmusic Podcast Editing : Evan Duszynski...
Jul 01, 2019•19 min•Season 1Ep. 55
