Reconnected Marriage Partners | Communicate Effectively, Sexual Intimacy, Expectations, Quality Time, Resolving Conflicts
Are you feeling distant from your spouse while living under the same roof? Frustrated about the increasing misunderstandings or tension in your marriage? Do you have a longing desire to feel heard & understood but can’t seem to get through to your spouse? Wish you spent more time connecting with your spouse instead of engaging in arguments that drain your energy? If you can relate, you’re not alone. Building a thriving marriage in these modern times takes hard work. When you add the responsibilities and demands of a growing career, family life, and the other stressors & unexpected challenges that sometimes show up, it can seem almost impossible…but it doesn’t have to be! Hi, we are David and Ebun, son and daughter of the King, a married couple who are still best friends, and parents of three. After being married for over a decade —while also navigating 3 major family relocations, job losses, financial challenges & major health challenges along the way— we know first-hand some of the challenges couples face in our modern world. We know what it’s like to feel disconnected as a couple while juggling the demands of work, life, and parenthood because we’ve been there. We also know what it feels like to become more intentional in our marriage and achieve a deeper level of connection & intimacy in a long-term marital relationship. Yet, through it all, we’ve not only grown stronger as a couple but also as individuals. How did we get here? Get ready to find out because we can’t wait to share what we’ve learned, unlearned, relearned, and continue to learn on this journey. Welcome to the Reconnected Marriage Partners Podcast! In this podcast, you will find practical strategies to help you improve communication with your spouse, express your needs clearly, resolve conflicts without fighting, and manage disagreements in more productive ways so you can deepen your connection & understanding of each other, work smarter as a team and feel valued in your relationship. You’ll discover actionable tips & simple systems to help you spend more quality time together while living in a busy & distracted world so you can continue to strengthen your bond, increase intimacy, and stay connected over the years. You will also find life-changing biblical encouragement & inspiration on how to live more intentionally and rise up courageously in your life & marriage while keeping God at the Center. If you’re tired of growing apart and ready to grow closer as a couple while experiencing more peace, harmony & unity in your home, then you’ve come to the right place! We invite you to join us on this journey, get ready to be inspired and gain valuable marital tips along the way as you take the next courageous step in building the stronger marriage you truly desire! .....................………………………………………......................... ➡️ Have questions about coaching? Pls send a quick email to coach@happymarriedfamily.com to schedule a 15mins free discovery call! 📩 Become an Insider: Receive weekly podcast updates, marital tips, and notifications about special offers & giveaways right in your inbox...https://rmpinsider.ck.page ❓For other questions/inquiries: -Email:coach@happymarriedfamily.com [Disclaimer: The content presented in this podcast is provided solely for educational purposes and should be considered as general information. It is not intended to serve as therapy, psychological advice or professional medical care. We strongly recommend consulting your physician or mental health provider for personalized advice, support, or treatment concerning your well-being. In the event of a crisis, please dial 911 for immediate assistance].
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Thursday Aug 18, 2022
Thursday Aug 18, 2022
Most of us were raised in a culture of winning especially in the African community. I remember my parents saying to us: "Does the person who came 1st have two heads?"
We were encouraged to do our best, to be on top. We also live in a competitive society where people tend to do whatever it takes to get ahead.
Unfortunately, we have brought this same competitive attitude into our marriages. We want to win at all costs, even though it is at the expense of hurting our spouses and the relief or satisfaction is just temporary.
How can we remember to treat each other as partners when disagreements, arguments or conflicts arise? By identifying and crushing one limiting belief.
What are we referring to? Tune in and listen to find out more.
We hope this episode blesses you:)
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Thursday Aug 11, 2022
Thursday Aug 11, 2022
Hi friend. In today's episode, we will be talking about some misconceptions about conflicts or disagreements in a marriage that could hold couples back from building the stronger marriage they truly desire.
Our ingrained beliefs surrounding conflict are so important in marriage. The reason is that our THOUGHTS before we try to resolve conflict determine our ACTIONS during the conflict, and our actions during conflict can either RESULT in creating more disconnection and disunity in marriage...or actually strengthening our marriages.
That is why in today’s episode, we would be talking about 5 misconceptions about conflicts or disagreements so you can take the steps forward to strengthen your marriage!
We pray this episode blesses you:)
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Before you leave, here is an important announcement for you!
**SPECIAL 12TH YEAR WEDDING ANNIVERSARY GIFT FROM US TO OUR DEAR LISTENERS AND FRIENDS: We are offering a FREE 45mins coaching session each to 5 Courageous spouses or couples ready to take the next steps forward in their marriage. To grab a FREE 45mins coaching session, pls send an email to coach@happymarriedfamily.com with the title "45mins Courageous Coaching Session." ONLY A FEW OPEN SPOTS ARE AVAILABLE for a limited time...until the end of August. Find out more inside.**
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Wouldn’t it be so much easier and fun if we just got married and our dream of having a strong marriage became a reality without any effort on our part just like in some movies?
Well, that was not the case for us…
We came to the realization that in order to have the marriage we had always dreamed of, we had to actively invest in our marriage…What do we mean?
Tune in and listen to find out and grab some inspiration and encouragement along the way...
We pray this episode blesses you:)
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Before you leave, here is an important announcement for you!
**SPECIAL 12TH YEAR WEDDING ANNIVERSARY GIFT FROM US TO OUR DEAR LISTENERS AND FRIENDS: We are offering a FREE 45mins coaching session each to 5 Courageous spouses or couples ready to take the next steps forward in their marriage. To grab a FREE 45mins coaching session, pls send an email to coach@happymarriedfamily.com with the title "45mins Courageous Coaching Session." ONLY 5 OPEN SLOTS ARE AVAILABLE for a limited time...until August or when all the slots are filled up. Find out more inside.**
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Want to COMMUNICATE TO CONNECT Better in your marriage? (Part 2)
If you have silently asked this question, "How can I improve my communication with my spouse?" You are not alone. One way to strengthen our marriages is to become more effective at communicating with our spouses.
Over the years, one way we've grown individually and as a couple is in the area of communication. We have become better at communicating with each other and this has contributed to the growth of our marriage, resulting in a stronger and enriching marriage partnership.
In this episode, we will continue our conversation from the last episode (Episode 10). We will be focusing on the 5 important things to consider that would help you communicate to connect better with your spouse.
These 5 things would help you not just in a conflict situation but in any conversation with your spouse.
Ready to discover the 5 important things to consider for improving communication with your spouse?
Tune in and listen to find out:)
We pray this episode blesses you:)
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Before you leave, here is an important announcement for you!
**SPECIAL 12TH YEAR WEDDING ANNIVERSARY GIFT FROM US TO OUR DEAR LISTENERS AND FRIENDS: We are offering a FREE 45mins coaching session each to 5 Courageous spouses or couples ready to take the next steps forward in their marriage. To grab a FREE 45mins coaching session, pls send an email to coach@happymarriedfamily.com with the title "45mins Courageous Coaching Session." ONLY 5 OPEN SLOTS ARE AVAILABLE for a limited time...until August or when all the slots are filled up. Find out more inside.**
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
In this episode, we will be talking about how to communicate to connect better in your marriage by making one major change.
After being married for some time, you come to realize that in reality, you may not always be happy with your spouse. Misunderstandings arise, conflicts, arguments and then when we want to address these issues…it can either go south or north depending on the methods or approaches we choose…or the relational skills we have acquired before marriage.
Today, we will be comparing two approaches (by identifying the differences between these two approaches) that spouses or couples use...which can either increase or decrease the probability of marital issues escalating…
What are these two approaches? Hint: One of them can be found in the episode title above but what is the other one? Which of the two approaches enables us to communicate to connect better in our marriages?
Tune in and listen to find out:)
We pray this episode blesses you:)
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Thursday Jul 14, 2022
Thursday Jul 14, 2022
Are your relationships and friendships bringing about a positive or negative influence on your marriage?
Who do you tend to listen to or take advice from?
When we are encouraged to build good relationships with others and grow…one particular quote by Jim Rohn comes to mind:“You’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” This means you are listening to the conversations of others, getting to know what they believe and so on.
So how does this play out in marriage? How can we be more intentional as we choose to invest in friendships or meaningful relationships that encourage us to be better versions of ourselves?
Tune in and listen to find out more!
We hope this episode blesses you:)
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Thursday Jul 07, 2022
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
In this episode, I will be talking about infusing more positivity in your marriage and life by developing a certain habit that can transform your life in different ways…including your marriage.
After you have been married for some time and the responsibilities and demands of life increase, you may begin to realize that it seems easier to notice what is wrong than what is working, especially if there is no intentionality about finding out what is working in your relationship. You could lean towards focusing your mind on what your spouse is not doing than what good they are doing… You could also lean towards focusing more on the negative than the positive if you are not careful. And this could eventually create a negative cycle or pattern in marriage as well as a more negative environment in the home.
So, how can we switch this pattern? By developing this important, life-changing, and transforming habit…
What is this habit?
Tune in and listen to find out more!
We hope this episode blesses you:)
Links mentioned in this episode:
-The Word for Today by Bob and Debby Gass
https://vision.org.au/the-word-for-today/associated-blog/the-word-for-today-devotional-content/gratitude/
-Giving thanks can make you happier by Havard Health Publishing blog
https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/giving-thanks-can-make-you-happier
Additional resources you may be interested in:
A Devotional by Youversion on Gratitude
YouVersion plan 'How to Be Grateful for Your Life'. Check it out here:https://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans/22405
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Thursday Jun 30, 2022
Thursday Jun 30, 2022
Today, we will be talking about ONE MAJOR HURDLE or belief that hinders spouses from building the strong and happy marriage they desire and how to remove this hurdle by applying the Triple-A method.
If you truly desire to have a stronger marriage, then you do not want to miss this episode.
Be prepared to take some notes and get ready to be inspired, motivated, and encouraged as you proceed to take the necessary ACTION needed to make progress during your marital journey.
We pray this episode blesses you.
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Thursday Jun 23, 2022
Thursday Jun 23, 2022
In my conversation with married individuals, I realized that some got into marriage to fill up a void or to be happier. And of course, there is nothing wrong with being happier... but many realize not long after the honeymoon or the wedding, that the happiness that they seek cannot be found in just being married, or in some cases…in achievements or possessions.
We also find that in some situations, we carry certain behaviors, patterns or beliefs that are not beneficial from our childhood into marriage and if not identified and addressed, bring about more pain or stress to our lives…
Join us as we delve deeper into this episode, listen to a transformational story, and begin to identify and eliminate old beliefs that are not beneficial and replace them with new ones.
We pray this episode blesses you.
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Thursday Jun 16, 2022
Thursday Jun 16, 2022
We often hear that… “it takes two committed people to make a marriage work.”
But did you know that IT COULD TAKE one courageous partner willing to make the move towards progress by starting the journey towards building the stronger marriage he/she desires?
In this episode, we will be discussing 5 PRACTICAL steps you can start taking towards building a strong and happy marriage you truly desire…even if your spouse is not currently on board with you!
So, get ready to be inspired, motivated, and encouraged as you proceed to make that courageous move!
Mentioned in this episode:
The Five Love languages by Dr. Gary Chapman
To learn more, you may check out this link: https://5lovelanguages.com/
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