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Dear Young Married CoupleWhy Parenting Feels HARDER Now and What To Do About It w/ Dr. Leonard Saxđ˛ What if the very screens that entertain your kids are sabotaging their characterâand your authority as a parent?
In this jaw-dropping episode, Dr. Leonard Sax joins Adam and Karissa to expose the shocking truth behind the culture of disrespect dominating todayâs youth. From the dopamine addiction of TikTok to the dangers of AI girlfriends and porn-fueled expectations, Dr. Sax shares the scienceâand the soulâbehind why kids are spiraling and what parents must do to turn the tide.Â
Why are girls abandoning boys in record numbers? How is screen time sabotaging family connection...2025-05-0649 min
Dear Young Married CoupleBefore the Aisle: Why Premarital Counseling is a Game-ChangerWhat if one conversation could save your future marriage from years of pain? đ Hear Adam and Karissa uncover why premarital counseling is so much more than a checkbox.
Itâs not therapy-speak or couch confessionsâitâs strategy, clarity, and tools youâll actually use when life gets real. Think: reusable, confidence-building recipes for communication, conflict, and connection.Â
Theyâll unpack five make-or-break conversations couples often ignore... until itâs too late. So ask yourself: Do we know how to fight fair? Are we headed in the same direction? Or are we just hoping love will be enough...2025-04-2918 min
Dear Young Married CoupleNot Just a Wedding: A Journey to OnenessYouâre planning a weddingâbut are you preparing for a marriage? Hear Adam and Karissa pull back the curtain on three major blind spots that engaged couples often overlook. Why does communication seem so easy before the vowsâbut crash and burn after? What if marriage wasnât designed to make you happy... but holy? And how do love and respect actually work when you're frustrated, not infatuated?Whether youâre engaged, newly married, or have been in the game for years, this episode will challenge what you think you know about marriage and inspir...2025-04-2223 min
Dear Young Married CoupleWhy do They PULL AWAY? Fix the Hidden Fear Destroying your MarriageFeeling stuck in a cycle of closeness and withdrawal? đ In this episode, Adam and Karissa reveal why your spouse may pull awayâeven when things are going wellâand share 5 steps to build lasting emotional security. âĽď¸ Don't miss this game-changing advice for deeper connection!We have just one more EROS Marriage Weekend left this year! Register now! https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/erosBook a session with us. đď¸https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/counseling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-03-1817 min
Dear Young Married CoupleLIVE Q&A: Honest Answers on Love, Sex, and Tough ConversationsLet's into a live Q&A session recorded at the EROS Marriage Weekend in Heath, Ohio! đď¸ Adam and Karissa answered real questions from couples about love languages, navigating mismatched desires, and navigating sexual trauma and dysfunction in childhood. They even addressed ways for wives to avoid going into "mom mode" on their hubbies. đ¤Şđ Resources Mentioned:
Truth Book Co â Thoughtful books for kids and adults that celebrate God's design.https://linktr.ee/truthbookco
Monthly Live Date Night â Join Adam and Karissa for in-depth conversations on building stronger marriage...2025-03-1141 min
Dear Young Married CoupleLIVE Q+A: "She Feels OBJECTIFIED. I Feel REJECTED. Now What?"đ What do you do when cultural differences clash in your marriage? Or when postpartum challenges put intimacy on pause? In this LIVE recording from the EROS Marriage Weekend, Adam and Karissa tackle real questions from couples and share practical tools to strengthen your connection.Youâll hear about creative ways to initiate intimacy (hello, candle system đŻď¸), navigating emotional differences shaped by upbringing, and the power of non-demand touching. Adam and Karissa also talk about how simple, daily acts of thoughtfulness can completely transform your relationship.Want to add more fun to your...2025-02-1822 minDear Young Married Couple"My parents were always ARGUING" - EROS Q+A EpisodeJoin Adam and Karissa as they dive into some of the anonymous questions sent in through our live text line during the EROS Marriage Weekend. There were SO many thoughtful, heartfelt, and spicy questions, and we didnât have time to answer them all at the event. So, weâre bringing those questions here to the podcast!âĽď¸Weâre keeping it real, raw, and full of practical wisdom to help you and your spouse thrive. This is just part 1! Stay tuned for even more Q&A in the next episode.âĽď¸Join Us at ERO...2025-01-2828 minDear Young Married CoupleHealing from PORN in MINISTRY w/ Pastor Kurt and Lori Green"You can't prioritize your MINISTRY over your MARRIAGE or you'll eventually lose both" -- Pastor Kurt Green.Listen in today as Pastor Kurt and Lori Green share their story of healing from pornography while navigating their ministerial calling. You CAN repair your marriage better than new. We are here for you! Resources:Adam's Porn Recovery Focus Grouphttps://forms.gle/vrcFydBtGhqjcKoi8Lori's Alphabetical Verse Listhttps://s3.amazonaws.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/file-uploads/sites/129727/downloads/c063fd-e0...2025-01-071h 08Dear Young Married CoupleAdult Female Friendship: An Interview w/ Karissa's Best Friend, SarahAnne Buster, MAFriendship as an adult can prove challenging, but we want to encourage you: It IS within reach. In this episode, Karissa sits down with her best friend, SarahAnne Buster, MA to unpack what it takes to maintain meaningful friendships in the midst of busy schedules, family responsibilities, and the many demands of life. Letâs dive into some practical insights, personal stories, and lessons learned from over 3 decades of friendshipâspanning childhood, marriage, and everything in between.Resources:Invest in your marriage this holliday season â register for EROS in 2025! đ https...2024-12-1041 minDear Young Married CoupleMale Friendships: Why They Matter w/ Evan Grizzle, MA.In this episode, Adamâs best friend, Evan Grizzle, joins us to discuss the vital yet often-overlooked role of male friendships in a world increasingly marked by disconnection. We explore why social media canât replace real relationships, how isolation impacts mental health and decision-making, and why pursuing consistent, meaningful friendships is essential for emotional and spiritual well-being.Yes, even for men. Hear Evan offer practical advice for building deeper connections and remind us that true vulnerability strengthens masculinity rather than diminishing it.Resources:Join us at EROS...2024-12-031h 03Dear Young Married CoupleHow to be a People PersonIn a world where people often feel disconnected, learning to be a people person is more important than ever, and this episode will help you discover new ways to build deeper connections with those around youâboth for your benefit and othersâ. In this episode, Adam and Karissa explore what it really means to be a "people person." Whether youâre introverted and reserved, naturally extroverted, or somewhere in between, God designed us all for connection and community.Resources:The EROS Marriage Weekend is getting closer and our Encore passes...2024-10-2224 minDear Young Married CoupleâI DONâT Want a Divorceâ w/ Rev. Cindy Miller, Ph.D.Whether you're looking to strengthen your marriage or seeking guidance on how to navigate a rocky path, this episode is filled with encouragement, biblically-based principles, and actionable steps to help you and your spouse stay connected. Tune in as Karissa discusses all things marriage & divorce with Dr. Cindy Miller, author of âI Donât Want a Divorce!âResources:The EROS Marriage Weekend is officially 2 months away! Secure your spot today! âĽď¸https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/erosâI Donât Want a Divorce!â by Rev. Cindy Miller...2024-09-0319 minDear Young Married CoupleHealing Your SEX LIFE After TRAUMA w/ Dr. Margaret NagibDid you walk into marriage with unaddressed past trauma? Did you know this can manifest in your marriage as painful sex, lousy sex, or even avoiding sex altogether? Today, Karissa had the privilege of talking with Dr. Margaret Nagib. She is a clinical psychologist who specializes in Christian counseling. She comes to the table today with such wisdom around healing your sex life from past trauma. Resources:Meet us in Biloxi this summer? đ¤âď¸https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/erosConnect with Dr. Margret Nagib2024-05-2845 minDear Young Married CoupleWhich profession is most likely to CHEAT?Dear Young Married Couple, are you or your spouse in a profession that's prone to cheating? Today we're going to answer that question for you, but more importantly, we're going to talk about WHY certain professions are prone to cheating. Further, we're going to discuss how to affair-proof your marriage even if you're not in one of these professions. FREE Resource: 5 Steps When Trust Has Been Broken https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/brokentrustCounseling with Adam & Karissahttps://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/counseling2024-03-1229 minDear Young Married CoupleHealing the Wounds of Fatherlessness w/ John SmithbakerDid you know that 50% of our countryâs children, over 25 million kids under 18, are growing up without a father figure in the home? Itâs no coincidence that we find ourselves in a culture thatâs at war with men â one that says âwomen donât need menâ. đ¨âđŠâđ§âđŚToday, we talked to John Smithbaker, the author of Man Enough to Forgive, and the founder of Fathers in the Field. In this episode, we discuss how masculinity is a gift from God, the role of a present father, and how to heal the wounds of an absent father.  ...2024-02-1350 minDear Young Married CoupleThe Connection CODE w/ Dr. Glenn and Phyllis HillA lot of people start out their marriage optimistic, in love, and excited about the future. 𤊠Unfortunately, SO many couples get stuck in cycles of disconnection that nobody prepared them for. đââď¸đââď¸We are so thrilled to share this extremely effective tool with you that could revolutionize your connection, help you get into your spouseâs head, and emotionally experience your spouse in ways you never thought possible. Tune in as Adam interviews Dr. Glenn & Phyllis on the Connection Code.  Resources:Transform your marriage at the EROS Conferencehttps://www.dearyoungma...2024-01-2356 minDear Young Married CoupleHow to LIVE WELL in a Glass House w/ Pastor Kevin BradfordIf you and your spouse are in a leadership position of ANY capacity, this episode is for you. We interviewed Pastor Kevin Bradford to discuss some topics that we rarely hear talked about.âĽď¸What does my physical health have to do with my marriage or leadership style? How do practices in my personal life affect the lives of others? How do I approach tough conversations with grace? Tune in as we cover all of this and more! Stay in Conversation with Us IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple Websi...2023-04-251h 04Dear Young Married CoupleNerding Out about GOD + MARRIAGEDo you have a difficult time prioritizing devotions and prayer time as a couple - both apart and together? âĽď¸Today weâre talking about devotions and dig into some ways we have worked on this area + also what weâve LEARNED about the importance of this.âĽď¸Tune in for a sneak peek at Karissaâs dissertation :)Stay in Conversation with Us IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple Website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.comEmail: hello@dearyoungmarriedcouple.comResources2023-04-1130 minDear Young Married CoupleRED FLAGS while DATING that are Catastrophic for Marriage w/ Tovares + Safa Gray of GodlyDating101Are you in a serious dating relationship with someone, and wondering if those RED FLAGS are really that big of a deal?! Join Adam + Karissa as they chat with Tovares + Safa Gray of GodlyDating101 about some RED FLAGS that are catastrophic for marriage! ResourcesPodcast: The Godly Dating 101 PodcastBook: Godly Dating 101: Discover the Truth About Relationships in a World That Constantly LiesConnect on IG: @godlydating101 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2023-01-1044 minDear Young Married CoupleWhy We DON'T Do New Year's ResolutionsDid you know that Adam + Karissa DONâT do New Yearâs Resolutions? This might come as a shock to some of you, but itâs true! Join Adam + Karissa to find out why and what they do instead!Join us this FRIDAY at 5pm PST for DYMC Monthly Live Date Night as we dive more into this topic with you LIVE for 90 minutes!Stay in Conversation with Us IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple Website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.comEmail: hello@dearyoungmarriedcouple.com Learn...2023-01-0325 minDear Young Married CoupleDYMC (+ us personally) in 2022 + What's Next for DYMC2022 was a BIG year for DYMC. It was full of both victories and challenges. Join Adam and Karissa as they share some of them with you, as well as cast a vision for where DYMC is headed in 2023! Weâre so excited about whatâs coming, and we canât wait to share with you!Top 5 Podcast Episodes for 2022:
Good Guyâs Guide to Great Sex w/ Sheila Gregoire, LMFT + Dr. Keith GregoireÂ
Shifting âI Want Sexâ to âI Want Youâ w/ Dan Purcell, Founder of âGet Your Marriage Onâ
The Go-Giver Marriage: Practical Secrets for...2022-12-2750 minDear Young Married CoupleWhat Makes the Holidays HARD and What to do About it (4 steps)If you feel like this holiday season is HARD and you donât know what to do about it, let us help you! Join Adam and Karissa as they share 4 steps to help you through a hard holiday season!Looking for last minute Christmas gifts or stocking stuffers:Sexpectations FoundationsRealizationsStay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-12-2030 minDear Young Married CouplePORN is not the PROBLEM w/ Aaron ZintVulnerability can be risky, but it can also be life-giving! Join Adam + Karissa as they chat with Aaron Zint from Marriage Lab on porn recovery!Recommended Resources:Zintsquad.comConnect on IG:@zintmarriagelab@jennazintStay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-12-1350 minDear Young Married CoupleYour Family CONVOS Donât Have to be SHALLOWItâs that time of year where youâre going to holiday parties with extended family or friends, and you have those obligatory convos about⌠NOTHING. Join Adam and Karissa as they share FIVE scripts for you to have a deeper convo with people you love or people that you may not be super close with.Join us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minutes this month! Stay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on o...2022-12-0619 minDear Young Married CoupleHoliday RULES for a Healthier MarriageAre the holidays all about the warm and fuzzies, OR are they all about stress? A lot of couples experience both. Join Adam and Karissa as they share SIX holidays rules for a healthier marriage during the holidays!Join us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minutes this month! Stay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com Learn more about your ad choices. V...2022-11-2212 minDear Young Married CoupleHow to Talk About THAT Thing Without it Blowing Up w/ Dr. Wyatt FisherDo you find yourself blowing up on your spouse when THAT thing is brought up? If this is you and you want help working through that resentment, Join Adam and Karissa as they chat with Dr. Wyatt Fisher. Recommended Resources:https://www.drwyattfisher.comDr. Wyattâs PodcastReunite ToolJoin us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minutes this month! Stay in conversation with...2022-11-1541 minDear Young Married CoupleThree Parenting Strategies We're Using With Our STRONG-WILLED ChildIf you have a strong-willed child, youâre not alone! We do too! Join Adam + Karissa as they share some tips and tricks on how to parent a strong-willed child!Resources:www.havingthetalks.comSpeakPipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/dearyoungmarriedcouple Join us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minutes this month! Stay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com2022-11-0826 minDear Young Married CoupleOne Tactic that Can Help You Become a Better TeamIf you want to start working as a team with your spouse, start TODAY! Join Adam and Karissa as they share the ONE tactic that can help you do so!Recommended Resource:Tiny Habits by BJ FoggJoin us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minutes this month! Stay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com L...2022-11-0125 minDear Young Married CoupleLife Lessons from the #1 Restaurant in the World w/ Will GuidaraThis week, we recorded a special episode with Will Guidara about âUnreasonable Hospitalityâ. Join Adam and Karissa for this unforgettable episode that will inspire you to want give more than ever before.Recommended Resources:Willâs NEW BOOK âUnreasonable Hospitalityâ: https://amzn.to/3Evt2SXEleven Madison Park Cookbook: https://amzn.to/3EwOS8CNoMad Cookbook: https://amzn.to/3EyekdWI Love New York Cookbook: https://amzn.to/3fO8RFySetting the Table by Danny Meyer: https://amzn.to/3Vhdb0r2022-10-2554 minDear Young Married CoupleHow Your Marriage Can Help You Withstand Life's STORMS w/ Gary ThomasThe question is not IF your marriage will go through storms, but WHEN will it go through storms. Join Adam + Karissa as they chat with Gary Thomas about HOW to withstand the storms WHEN they come!Recommended Resources:Garyâs NEW BOOK: Making Your Marriage a FortressSacred MarriagePrevious Episodes w/ Gary Thomas:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-you-didnt-know-about-the-five-love-languages-w/id1494555036?i=1000507436880https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-if-marriage-wasnt-meant-to-make-you-happy-w-dr/id1494555036?i=1000523030215https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/married-sex-w-dr-gary-thomas-debra-fileta-lpc/id...2022-10-0440 minDear Young Married CoupleHow to Talk to Your Kids About HOMOSEXUALITY w/ Dr. Sean McDowellDo you know how to talk with your kids about HOMOSEXUALITY both graciously + faithful to scripture? Join Adam + Karissa as they have a convo with Dr. Sean McDowell about how to do so! Seanâs Books:
A Rebelâs Manifesto
Same-Sex Marriage
Chasing Love
Seanâs Recommended Resources:https://christopheryuan.comhttps://www.rachelgilson.com/aboutConnect w/ Sean:IG - @seanmcdowellYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/c/SeanMcDowell-infoJoin us for...2022-09-2736 minDear Young Married CoupleHow to Stop ANGER from Ruining Your Marriage w/ Natalie HixsonAre you struggling with anger? Do you feel like itâs controlling YOU, rather than you controlling IT? Join Adam + Karissa as they talk with Natalie Hixson about how you can get your anger under control TODAY!Natalieâs Recommended Resources
Trigger Tracker
nataliehixson.com
Join us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dive into topics like this with you LIVE for 90 minutes! Stay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com 2022-09-2032 minDear Young Married CoupleHow to Move TOWARD Your PAIN and Find Healing (IFS) w/ Jenna Riemersma, LPCIf we want to heal from our pain, we actually have to move TOWARD it. If youâre ready to begin your healing journey today, join Adam and Karissa as they chat with Jenna Riemersma, LPC. Finding healing isnât always easy, but itâs worth it!Jennaâs Recommended Resources
Altogether YouÂ
Movetoward.com
Christian IFS Therapist Directory
Join us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night THIS FRIDAY where weâll dive into "High Drive-Low Drive: Addressing the Gap" with you LIVE for 90 minutes! Ha...2022-09-1355 minDear Young Married CoupleAre you REALLY Okay? w/ Debra Fileta, LPCThe first step to becoming the best version of yourself: REALLY understanding youâre not okay. Join Adam and Karissa as they chat with Debra Fileta about answering this question: Are you REALLY okay?Debra Filetaâs Resources
Book - Are You Really Okay?Â
Podcast - Love + Relationships  Â
Resources - https://debrafileta.com/counselingÂ
DYMCâs Resources
Podcast Episode - âMarried Sexâ w/ Debra Fileta + Gary ThomasÂ
Premarital Course - prEquippedÂ
a 7-week course, designed to help seriously dating and engaged couples get the tools that they need to become equippe...2022-09-0731 minDear Young Married CoupleHow to Be a FUN Parent and Connect w/ Your TEEN w/ Kristen DukeDo you fear that if youâre the âfunâ parent, then you wonât be respected by your teens? Join Adam + Karissa as they chat with Kristen Duke about how you can be your teenâs best friend and parent. You donât have to choose!Recommend Resources:Intentional Connection PlaybookConnect w/ Kristen:@kristendukechatskristenduke.comJoin us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minut...2022-08-3042 minDear Young Married CoupleWhat NOT to Say When Someone is GRIEVINGTrying to decipher the right words to say when someone you love is grieving can feel overwhelming. Join Adam and Karissa as they share five scripts to equip you to help others go through grief. Recommended Resources:When Children GrieveJoin us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minutes this month! Having the talkS is LIVE. Go to www.havingthetalkS.com to order yours today!...2022-08-0927 minDear Young Married CoupleStuck in ARGUING Cycles? The 4 Horsemen Could Be the Culprit.Do you feel like you canât get out of the yucky arguing cycles? Join Adam + Karissa as they share the 4 Horsemen culprits, as well as how to overcome them!Join us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minutes this month! Having the talkS is LIVE. Go to www.havingthetalkS.com to order yours today!Stay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com...2022-08-0218 min
Husband MaterialHow To Teach Children About Sexuality (with Adam + Karissa King)What should sex education look like in today's world? Adam and Karissa King explain why parents must teach children about sexuality from a young ageâand how to make these conversations easy, effective, and even fun.Adam + Karissa King are a licensed coach/therapist team and the founders of Dear Young Married Couple. They understand the pressure Christian parents feel to give their kids a godly understanding of sexuality. That's why they partnered with Korena Hendryx (a biology teacher and sex education expert) to create Having the TalkS: A Guided Conversation Game On Sexuality For Parents And Ch...2022-08-0149 minDear Young Married CoupleConsidering a Career/Ministry in COUNSELING? Listen to this.Are you interested in pursuing a career/ministry in counseling? If this is you, join Adam + Karissa as they share some common questions they receive about counseling and how to pursue it!Resources:Wilson Collegehttp://wilsonuniversity.org/christian-counseling/Application Due 9/12/2022 for9/26/2022 start dateJoin us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minutes this month! Stay in conversation with us on IG: @d...2022-07-2617 minDear Young Married CoupleWhy Couples ARGUE on VacationAbout 40% of couples ARGUE on vacation? Why is this? Join Adam + Karissa as they share FIVE reasons why couples argue on vacation!Family Vacation Packing List:https://dear-young-married-couple.mykajabi.com/vacation-packing-listJoin us for DYMC Monthly Live Date Night THIS FRIDAY, July 22nd at 5pm CST. Weâll be interviewing Pastor Jason Carr, MFT in person at the PEAK conference in Houston about âHow NOT to BURNOUTâ. This is specifically for couples in ministry. If youâd like to join us LIVE, weâll be at the Wilson Uni...2022-07-1933 minDear Young Married CoupleHow to OWN Your Past and CHANGE Your Future w/ Dr. John DelonyJoin Adam + Karissa as they chat with Dr. John Delony on the importance of OWNING our pasts and how to do so to create the future we desire!Resources:Own Your Past Change Your FutureThe Dr. John Delony Show Podcast Connect with Dr. Delony:Johndelony.com@johndelonyJoin us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minutes this month! 2022-07-1247 minDear Young Married CoupleHow to Talk About What Your Hear at CHURCH as a CoupleOpening up about topics like church with your spouse can feel difficult, because you donât know where to start. Join Adam + Karissa as they share some easy and practical stems to get the convo flowing about church with your spouse in a healthy way! Join us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night on Friday, July 22nd @ 3pm PST, 5pm CST, 6pm EST about "How Not to Burn Out". We'll be interviewing Pastor Jason Carr, LMFT and this session is geared primarily toward couples in leadership/ministry. Sign up here: https://dear-young-married-couple.my...2022-07-0528 minDear Young Married CoupleThe MISSING INGREDIENT in Porn Recovery w/ Drew Boa, Certified Pastoral Sex Addiction ProfessionalJoin Adam + Karissa w/ Certified Pastoral Sex Addiction Professional, Drew Boa, as they chat about the MISSING INGREDIENT in recovering from porn addictions. Resources:drewboa.comHusbandmaterial.comConnect on Instagram:@drew_boa @husbandmaterialmenJoin us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minutes this month! Stay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: htt...2022-06-2849 minDear Young Married Couple4 Steps When You Face DISAPPOINTMENT w/ Kristen and Bethany from Girl DefinedAdam + Karissa chat with Kristen + Bethany from Girl Defined about disappointment. Join them as they share some practical steps to overcome those tough moments and/or seasons of disappointment. Recommended Resources:www.girldefined.com/trustwww.girldefined.com/bookdubGirl DefinedLove DefinedSex, Purity, + the Longings of a Girlâs HeartShine Bright Ynab AppConnect w/ Kristin + Bethany on Instagram:@girldefined Join us for the next DYMC...2022-06-1451 minDear Young Married CoupleADOPTION: Navigating the Unknowns w/ Josiah Aston, MA + Amber Aston, MAAdam + Karissa have a real + raw chat with Josiah Aston, MA + Amber, Aston, MA about ADOPTION. Join them as they share the highs and lows of navigation adoption. Recommended Resources:How to Talk So Kids Will ListenWhat to Expect the Toddler YearsSmart Money Smart Kids: Raising the Next Generation to Win with MoneyThe New Strong-Willed ChildThe Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind, Survive Everyday Parenting Struggles, and Help Your Family ThriveJ...2022-06-0751 minDear Young Married CoupleKarissa's MOM Gets Interviewed About Parenting - Sexuality, Relationships, All The Things w/ Kimberly Horton, Parent CoachIn this episode, Adam, Karissa, and Korena interview Kimberly Horton (mother of 5, including Karissa and Korena) and wife of 37 years about all things parenting. Sheâs also a coach for parents, holds a Christian Counseling Certificate, and is Prepare-Enrich certified.Book a parent coaching session with Kim Horton by emailing her at: kimforparents@gmail.comTuesday, 5/31 is the final day to pre-order having the talkS! Go to www.havingthetalkS.com(Theyâll be on Amazon in a few weeks, but without all the pre-order perk...2022-05-3156 minDear Young Married CoupleHow to Have Hard Conversations with Your Kids w/ Erica Souter, Author + Parenting ExpertAdam + Karissa were joined with Author + Parenting Expert, Erica Souter, to chat about having those hard conversations with your kids. Join them to find out how to have these chats with your kids, because theyâre important!Recommended Resources:
How to Have a Kid and a Life: Survival Guide by Erica Souter
ericasouter.com
Connect with Erica on IG: @ericasouterwww.havingthetalks.comPre-order your âhaving the talkSâ deck TODAY and get tons of free bonus items for your family...2022-05-2440 minDear Young Married CoupleSexuality DISCIPLESHIP with Your Children w/ Justin + Hillary Jeter, Family PastorsFamily Pastors, Justin + Hillary Jeter, join Adam + Karissa to have a chat about the importance of sexuality discipleship WITH your children, and how as parents, we CANNOT stay silent on this topic.Previous Podcast Episode w/ Justin + Hillary:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/discipling-your-children-at-home-w-justin-and-hillary/id1494555036?i=1000469338918Recommended Resources:
God Made Me Special
The Princess and The Kiss
The Squire and The Scroll
Godâs Design For Sex
The talkS Resources:https://dear-young-married-couple.mykajabi.com/the-talks-resources...2022-05-1754 minDear Young Married CoupleHow to Become ASKABLE Parents w/ Cole + Cait Zick of Moral RevolutionCole + Cate Zick of Moral Revolution chat with Adam + Karissa about the process to becoming ASKABLE parents and how to un-awkwardly answer the âawkwardâ questions.Previous Podcast Episode w/ Cole + Cait:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-young-married-couple/id1494555036?i=1000492107569Recommended Resources:$50 OFF Parent Wellwww.havingthetalks.comPre-order your âhaving the talkSâ deck TODAY and get tons of free bonus items for your family (while supplies last):www.havingthetalks.com Learn mo...2022-05-1055 minDear Young Married CoupleItâs never TOO EARLY to Start Having the TalkS w/ Mary Flo + Megan of Birds and BeesJoin Korena + Karissa as they have a talk with Mary Flo + Megan of Birds and Bees about the importance of having many talkS with your little ones at an early age. Recommended Resources:Birds + Bees Podcast75 Minute Online Course (Workbook Included) Good Pics Bad PicsGod Made All of MeGodâs Design for Sex SeriesBirds-bees.comUse discount code âDYMCâ for 20% OFF Birds + Beesâ Course.Connect on Instagram: @birds_bees 2022-05-0350 minDear Young Married CoupleBIG ANNOUNCEMENT: "having the talkS" w/ Sex Ed Teacher Korena Hendryx, MAJoin Adam + Karissa as they share a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT about âhaving the talkSâ w/ Sex Ed Teacher Korena Hendryx, MA.Pre-order your âhaving the talkSâ deck TODAY and get tons of free bonus items for your family (while supplies last):www.havingthetalks.comFind out more about Wilson Academy here: https://wilsonacademyonline.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-04-2654 minDear Young Married CoupleRaising KIDS in MINISTRY w/ Rev. Aaron + Heather SotoRaising kids in ministry isnât about balance, but itâs about fairness. Join Adam + Karissa as they chat with Rev. Aaron + Heather soto about how to raise kids effectively in ministry.Recommended Resources:You Canât Make Me, but I Can Be PersuadedContact Rev. + Heather Soto on Facebook at Heather SotoJoin us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minutes this month! Stay...2022-04-1957 minDear Young Married CoupleBuilding a HEALTHY FAMILY after a DYSFUNCTIONAL Childhood w/ Rev. Clifton + Paula LeJeuneJoin Adam + Karissa as they chat with Clifton + Paula LeJeune about how they have overcome and created the healthy family that they were not raised in. Recommended Resources:The Perfectly Imperfect Princess by Paula LeJeuneLost in the Woulds by Clifton LeJeuneEnemies of the Heart by Andy Stanleywww.peoplemover.uswww.jesusworshipcenter.comJoin us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minutes this m...2022-04-121h 06Dear Young Married CoupleWhat's Your Family's EQ? w/ Dr. Josh and Christi Straub of Famous at HomeJoin Adam + Karissa as they chat with Dr. Josh + Christi Straub of Famous at Home about how to express and control our emotions both individually and as a family. Recommended Resources:What Do I Do with Worry?What Do I Do with Anger?What Am I Feeling?Famous at Home PodcastFamous at Home WebsitePre-Order Famous at Home Book Here: https://www.amazon.com/Famous-Home-Decisions-Competing-Attention/dp/1496454863/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=famous+at+home&qid=1648141805&sprefix=famous+at+home%2Caps%2C...2022-04-0551 minDear Young Married CoupleHow to Repair After an ArgumentIt's not always easy to know the steps to take to repair after a nuclear argument. Join Adam + Karissa as they share how you can repair + the steps to do so!Join us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minutes this month! Stay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-03-2921 minDear Young Married CoupleA Tool to Rescue Your Toxic ArgumentsHave your arguments been going nuclear? Join Adam + Karissa as they share a tool to rescue your toxic arguments, along with some simple, easy steps to apply it!Join us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minutes this month! Stay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-03-2227 minDear Young Married CoupleHow to SAVE a Marriage from ENDING w/ Kimberly Beam-Holmes, CEO of Marriage HelperCEO of Marriage Helper, Kimberly Beam-Holmes, shares with Adam + Karissa how it is possible to SAVE your marriage if you feel like itâs ending! Join us to find out how!Recommended Resources:
PIES Episode
3 Day Workshop w/ Marriage Helper
Smart Contact Toolkits
Free Mini Course
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Marriage Helper on Youtube
Sponsor: intimately.us + Intimately Us AppConnect on Instagram: @kimberlybeamholmes + @marriagehelperJoin us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of...2022-03-1550 minDear Young Married CoupleShifting âI Want Sexâ to âI Want YOUâ w/ Dan Purcell, Founder of âGet Your Marriage OnâJoin Adam + Karissa with Dan Purcell, Founder of âGet Your Marriage Onâ as they dive into the difference between wanting sex + wanting your spouse. Recommended Resources:
Getyourmarriageon.com
Just Between Us App
Intimately Us App
Connect on Instagram: @getyourmarriageonJoin us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minutes this month! Stay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com2022-03-0843 minDear Young Married CouplePorn, SHAME, and Secrecy w/ Carl Thomas, MTSCarl Thomas, MTS shares with us parts of his own personal struggle with pornography, as well as how to overcome it and prepare for exposure. Join Adam + Karissa to be a part of the chat.Recommended Resources:
livefreecommunity.org
livefreewives.org
smallgroupsonline.com
whenshamegetsreal.com
xxxchurch.com
Stay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-03-0156 minDear Young Married CoupleHow to FORGIVE: 6 Steps w/ Dr. Ron Ramsey, MEd, DMin, LMFTJoin Adam and Karissa as they chat with Dr. Ron Ramsey as he shares 6 STEPS on how to FORGIVE.Recommended Resources:
40 Days to Forgiveness: A Christianâs Field Guide to the Forgiveness Journey
40 Days to Forgiveness Workbook
Stay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-02-2248 minDear Young Married CoupleThe Good Guyâs Guide to GREAT SEX w/ Dr. Keith Gregoire + Sheila Gregoire, LMFTGuys, if youâre looking for the good guyâs guide to GREAT sex - this one is for you! Join Adam + Karissa as they talk with Dr. Keith Gregoire + Sheila Gregoire, LMFT. Recommended Resources:
The Good Guyâs Guide to Great Sex
The Good Girlâs Guide to Great Sex (new edition!)
Great Sex RescueÂ
Good Girl's Guide to Great Sex
Sheilaâs Website: www.baremarriage.comStay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com 2022-02-1556 minDear Young Married CoupleHow BOUNDARIES Protect What Matters Most w/ Pastor Daniel McKillopRegardless of who we are or the title we hold, we all need boundaries in our life. Join Adam + Karissa as they talk with Pastor Daniel McKillop about how boundaries protect us!Recommended Resources:
An Affair of the Mind
The Demise of Guys
Boundaries
Want to go adventuring with us and give your marriage an intimacy boost? Come join us for the:INTIMACY AND ADVENTURE RETREATSt. George, UtahMarch 11-13, 2022We only have a few spots left...2022-02-0158 minDear Young Married CoupleFor WIVES: The FLIRTATION Experiment w/ Lisa JacobsonIf you want to bring more fun and passion into your marriage, wives, this episode is for you. Join Karissa and Lisa Jacobson as they discuss the FLIRTATION experiment!Recommended Resources:100 Ways to Love Your Husband100 Way to Love Your WifeThe Flirtation Experiment Club31women.comConnect with Lisa Jacobson on IG:@club31womenWant to go adventuring with us and give your marriage an intimacy boost? Come join us for the:2022-01-2539 minDear Young Married CoupleHaving the HEALTH and FITNESS Convo w/ Your SpouseHave you wanted to talk to your spouse about health + fitness, but you're just not sure how to start the conversation or what to steer clear of? Join Adam + Karissa as they share some tips and scripts on a topic that can sometimes be taboo.Workshop on 2022 Habits - at MLDN: https://dear-young-married-couple.mykajabi.com/monthlylivedatenightJoin us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of these topics with you LIVE for 90 minutes this month! Want to go a...2022-01-1136 minDear Young Married CoupleFace Your FEARS and Put On COURAGEFacing fears and putting on courage isnât always easy, but it can serve a purpose! Join Adam + Karissa as they share some practical tools to help work through fears and put on courage.Recommended Resources:
Hebrew Word Study Devotional
Planner
Fear Setting Ted Talk by Tim Ferris: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=5J6jAC6XxAI
Workshop on 2022 Habits - at MLDN: https://dear-young-married-couple.mykajabi.com/monthlylivedatenightJoin us for the next DYMC Monthly Live Date Night where we dig into some of th...2022-01-0427 minDear Young Married CoupleCrafting Your IDEAL WEEKAs you think about what 2022 holds, join Adam and Karissa and learn some tools for how to craft your ideal week.Recommended Episodes for personal growth and development:
Growing into a BETTER US w/ Rev. Drs. Myles and Sheila Young
What I Wish I Would've Known About MONEY Before I Got Married w/ Rachel Cruze, Finance Expert
When PLAYING SAFE Means LIVING SMALL w/ Andrew Bentley
Going to SCHOOL as a Married Couple w/ Curtis Hendryx, Esq. and Korena Hendryx, MA - Attorney and Science Teacher
A New Year's Resolution for My SEX...2021-12-2823 minDear Young Married CoupleHow to Pursue Healthy MASCULINITY w/ Morgan Snyder, Author + SpeakerMen, this episode is for you! Join us as we chat with Author + Speaker, Morgan Snyder, about pursuing healthy masculinity. Resourceswww.becomegoodsoil.comBecome Good Soil PodcastBecoming a King Study Guide by Morgan SnyderMy favorite brand for Mamas: KINDRED BRAVELYwww.kindredbravely.comUse code DYMC20 for 20% off your purchase!Stay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.comLearn more about y...2021-12-0753 minDear Young Married CoupleHow TRAVELING Together Helps You Stay MarriedIn this episode, Adam and Karissa share what they learned while traveling in Europe and Asia this month (both with their kids and without) and why you should travel too!My favorite brand for Mamas: KINDRED BRAVELYwww.kindredbravely.comUse code DYMC20 for 20% off your purchase!Stay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2021-10-191h 15
Dear Young Married Couple3 Reasons ENTREPRENEURS Struggle in MARRIAGEAre you an entrepreneur or minister? If so, you don't want to miss the advice and tools that Adam and Karissa share for your marriage in this episode.
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Dear Young Married CoupleThe Day I (Adam) almost Died and What I Learned From ItIn this episode, Adam and Karissa reflect back on October 8, 2007 - a date that Adam was 10 minutes from death and called Karissa while stuck in the cab of an old truck at the bottom of a 40-ft ravine (while his lung filled up with blood). Listen in to hear the story and lessons learned.
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Dear Young Married CoupleThe SCHEDULING SEX Debate w/ Tony + Alisa DiLorenzo of One Extraordinary Marriage"When we talk about scheduling sex, weâre not necessarily saying Tuesday at 9:07pm. Scheduling sex is looking at how frequently the two of you want to have sex and then saying, âOkay. What does it look like to start dividing up the week?ââ "
This episode addresses the common debate around scheduling sex. Join in on the conversation we have with the amazing creators of One Extraordinary Marriage, Tony and Alisa DiLorenzo.â
Tony and Alisa recommended these resources for couples who want to work on their sex life and their marriage in general:
The Intimacy Lifestyle Planner
19 Questions to Amazing Sex
Coffee...2020-08-1844 min
Dear Young Married CoupleWhen PLAYING SAFE Means LIVING SMALL w/ Andrew BentleyWhen you constantly live in your adaptive self so that you don't have to risk being rejected, you might be safer -- but you might also be limiting yourself big time.
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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey
Great by Choice by Jim Collins
Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by...2020-08-111h 01
Dear Young Married CoupleCome RETREAT (2020) and SET SAIL (2021) with us!Your marriage deserves a retreat!
DYMC VIRTUAL MARRIAGE RETREAT: August 14-15, 2020
DYMC COUPLES CRUISE: June 14-18, 2021
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This LIVE event is just around the corner, so be sure to register right away! August 14-15, 2021 - just $37
Learn 5Â Communication and Conflict Resolution Tools
Talk Confidently about your Sex Life
Download the Workbook with all the Tools and Handouts
Interact with other Couples
Take a Custom Online Assessment for Your Marriage
DYMC COUPLES CRUISE:
June 14-18, 2021
We want to keep the cruise relatively small, so we will cap...2020-08-0411 min
Dear Young Married CoupleThe Difference Between CRITICISM and FEEDBACK w/ Jocelyn + Aaron FreemanEver wonder why your spouse doesn't receive your feedback well? In this episode, you'll learn lots of tips for how to make sure you're actually giving feedback and not criticism.
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The Argument Hangover
The Ne...2020-08-0446 min
Dear Young Married CoupleA Path For Overcoming ANXIETY w/ Yvette Kumar, LMFTIn today's episode, we have a conversation with Yvette Kumar, LMFT about how anxiety impacts us as individuals and how it can affect the marriage.
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The Whole Brain Child by Daniel Siegel
The Assertiveness Guide for Women by Julie de Azevedo Hanks
The Assertiveness Workbook by Randy Paterson
Butterflies on the First Day of School
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Dear Young Married CoupleI just don't UNDERSTAND my spouse!In last week's episode, we shared some tips for speaking about difficult topics like SEX and MONEY. This week, we're sharing some tips for how to listen and understand when your spouse does bring something up.
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FOUNDATIONS:Â https://amzn.to/2RaXF7g
SEXPECTATIONS:Â https://amzn.to/2GbVMRA
REALIZATIONS:Â https://amzn.to/3...2020-07-2121 min
Dear Young Married CoupleSex and Money: The "When, What, and How" Rules for Having These DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONSSex and Money - two topics of conversation that often get you to shut down or heat up (maybe in more ways than one?).
If you're going to bring up a conversation that you think could cause some more-than-normal tension, trigger unpacked emotions, or even some pain, it's important to let your spouse know that you're going to throw the ball. If you don't give them the heads-up, you might hit them in the back of the head, causing further negative emotion, pain, and tension around the topic next time it gets brought up.â
Here are some ways to give yo...2020-07-1424 min
Dear Young Married CoupleINTERCULTURAL Marriage w/ Jonathan + Tiffany BonillaÂ
Whether you think you're married to someone from a different culture than your own or not, this podcast is for you!
The truth is, we all come from different family cultures, and when we marry someone, we're faced with many challenges of adopting, adapting, or dismissing various family traditions and norms that we bring into the marriage.
In today's episode, Jonathan and Tiffany Bonilla, youth pastors in Florida, share their experience marrying into a culture different than their own. They discuss language barriers, familial expectations, spiritual alignment, and more.Â
Jonathan and Tiffany recommended:
Andy Stanley Podcast
The Five Love Languages by...2020-07-071h 00
Dear Young Married CoupleChanging GENERATIONAL Patterns in your Marriage w/ Montie + Rachael EasterRachael was born by artificial insemination to two moms and moved every few years while Montie grew up witnessing the outgrowth of "street life" and the conflicts that surround gang culture - their story about changing generational patterns in your marriage is one you don't want to miss.
âOne of the biggest impacts for both us, even when we were just dating, was going to familiesâ houses in the church and being blown away at the family interactions and all their love. Neither of us had seen that growing up.â Â It was like a dream to look at them and think â...2020-06-301h 25
Dear Young Married CouplePHYSICAL Attraction in Your Marriage w/ Pastor Myron Wideman Jr."Looks actually do matter," says Pastor Myron Wideman Jr., in reference to looking for a potential spouse. Myron is Karissa's former student in the Bachelor of Science in Human Development Program at Wilson University and he earned a concentration in Counseling. He's also the Associate Pastor at Dekalb UPC in Stone Moutain, GA (Metro Atlanta Area). In this episode, we discuss:
Biblical Perspective of Physical Attraction
Keeping up with Your Physical Appearance while Married
Ways to Support Your Spouse's Eating/Exercise Goals
Sex vs. Intimacy
Scheduling Sex
Coming to Bed Intentionally
Myron Wideman Jr. recommended:
The Five Love Languages by...2020-06-2356 min
Dear Young Married Couple"Teach Me": Black Lives Matter Panel Interview for JuneteenthWow... We just finished learning from three amazing friends and colleagues about their experiences, perspectives, insight, and lessons. As we type this description (today, Juneteenth), our hearts are heavy and our motivation is high to listen, learn, and continue this conversation -- or as one of our panelists suggested, "Don't stop the conversation when it gets uncomfortable."
Our prayer for you is that you can take down your walls as you listen to these stories and try to learn from the lessons that they teach us -- all of us.
Our guests on the panel are:
âCynthia Eldridge: Licensed Marriage an...2020-06-201h 43
Dear Young Married CoupleLONG-DISTANCE Dating w/ Nic and McKenzie NorrisNic and McKenzie Norris dated long-distance (from two different countries, actually), and they shared several tips from their experience in this interview. Listen in as we discuss:
Benefits of Long-Distance Dating
Challenges of Long-Distance Dating
Immigration
Communication
Trust/Transparency
Boundaries when Dating
This was a special episode for us since McKenzie is actually Adam's sister. So it was fun reminiscing and laughing about old dating memories. Whether you're a dating couple (long-distance or not) or a married couple who dated long-distance, you'll really enjoy the reflections and nuggets of wisdom in this episode.
Nic and McKenzie Recommended:
The Five Love...2020-06-1643 min
Dear Young Married CoupleWhat's your ATTACHMENT style? How we LOVE w/ Linda Carlos, Licensed Marriage and Family TherapistThis was a special interview for us because Linda Carlos, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, was Karissa's supervisor before she became licensed several years ago.
Linda was trained at Fuller Theological Seminary and has a deep understanding of how to integrate faith and practice. She has been a therapist for 30+ years, has two private practices in California and is an expert on attachment. In this podcast episode, Linda helps us understand attachment styles and how they impact our relationships as adults.
Linda recommended:
The Attachment Theory: How Childhood Affects Life (YouTube)
How Your Childhood Affects Your Love Styles (You Tube)
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Dear Young Married CoupleStruggles, Setbacks, FAITH, and FACTS -- The Story of Dr. Daniel and Annemarie BlashWhen faced with a cancer diagnosis, the way you respond (both as an individual and as a couple) speaks volumes of your maturity, character, and depth.
We had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Daniel Blash and his lovely wife Annemarie Blash about various struggles and setbacks they've experienced in their lifetime together. Their response was unique and reflected the depth of trust they have in God -- a faith that doesn't deny the facts, but defies the facts.
Together, Daniel and Annemarie pastor in St. Louis, Missouri and Dr. Blash also practices as a Psychologist in St. Louis, Missouri.
Stay...2020-06-0248 min
Dear Young Married CoupleWhat I Wish I Would've Known About MONEY Before I Got Married w/ Rachel Cruze, Finance ExpertA recent survey showed that couples fight about money more than any other subject (including sex, chores, communication, and what's for dinner). As young married couples, it's most common for us to argue about:
frivolous purchases
budgeting
credit card debt
not having a great emergency fund
frustrations about retirement plans
not living up to the same money status as friends or family
In this episode, Ramsey Personality and Personal Finance Expert, Rachel Cruze, tackles these subjects as she shares with us what she wishes she would have known about money before she got married (which is quite ironic, since she's...2020-05-2630 min
Dear Young Married CoupleYour QUESTIONS w/ A+K: How can you stay intimately connected when you have kids? Any systems for this? What was the biggest adjustment for your marriage after you had your first child?This is our third "ASK" episode! Every now and then, we'll take a few of your questions and answer them here in a short 10-15 minute episode. Many of you asked questions about keeping your marriage alive while parenting, so we decided to share some reflections on these topics:
What is the best way that you have found to stay intimately connected when you have kids?
Did you have any systems that you put in place once you had children to make sure you stayed connected?
What was the biggest adjustment for your marriage after you had your first child?
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Dear Young Married Couple12 "T's" of Female Sexual Wholeness w/ Laura Brotherson, LMFT & Christian Certified Sex TherapistEver wish you could pick the brain of a Christian sex therapist? Well we did just that in our interview with Laura Brotherson, LMFT, CST and we get to share it with you!
These 12 "T's" provide a recipe of key ingredients, especially for women, to embrace their sexuality and wholeness - necessary for a "Sextraordinary Marriage." You can rate yourself in each of these areas to see where you might need to focus your efforts.
Laura recommended:
Knowing Her Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage
From Honeymoon to Happily Ever After: 23 Keys to Prepare for a Sextraordinary Marriage (use...2020-05-1257 min
Dear Young Married CouplePractical Ways to Deal with DEPRESSION in Your Marriage w/ Beth Baus, LMFTDepression is the leading cause of disability in the United States among people ages 15-44 and 2/3 of them don't actually seek or receive proper treatment.
In this episode, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Beth Baus, tells us how depression can affect the marriage, and she gives practical steps for both the depressed person and the spouse for how to deal with depression.
Beth recommended:
It's Not Supposed to Be This Way by Lysa TerKeurst
Hope Prevails by Michelle Bengtson
I want to Change My Life by Steven Melemis
When Your Spouse is Depressed (Focus on the Family article)
Christian Counseling...2020-05-1243 min
Dear Young Married CoupleYour QUESTIONS w/ A + K: How do you go from no sex, to sex all the time? Do you think that God will still bless a marriage if you had premarital sex?This is our second "ASK" episode! Every now and then, we'll take a few of your questions and answer them here in a short 10-15 minute episode. These two questions were asked in various ways this month, so we decided to share some reflections on these topics:
Can you talk about embracing your sexuality? How do you go from no sex, to sex all the time?
Do you think that God will still bless a marriage if you had premarital sex?
If you're looking for ways to connect with your spouse while quarantined, check out these marriage card decks that...2020-05-0817 min
Dear Young Married CoupleHow to Support A Spouse Through ADDICTION Recovery w/ Rev. Timothy Hadden, CADC-RLast week, we heard from a couple who shared their story of recovery from pornography addiction. This week, we get to hear from an expert in the field, Rev. Timothy Hadden, CADC-R, an outpatient addictions counselor.
He sheds some light on how addictions form and the red flags to look out for if you suspect that your spouse is addicted. He covers common addictions that he sees in church circles, like prescription medications and pornography, but also shares insight for other addictions like drugs, alcohol, gambling, and internet addiction. Timothy also shares guidelines and boundaries to have in place for...2020-05-0559 min
Dear Young Married CoupleHow I Got Victory Over PORNOGRAPHY Part 2 of 2 w/ Nathan and Martha DriskillThis is the second part of a 2-part exclusive interview with Nathan and Martha Driskill, the Young Married Leaders at Christian Life Church in Mequon, WI. (If you haven't listened to Part 1, go back and do that now!) In this interview, Nathan shares his childhood story of how the addiction to pornography began and how it followed him into adulthood. Martha joins the story when she shares how she met, dated, and married Nathan, and then how the porn addiction stayed hidden until their 7th year of marriage.
In part 2, Martha shares how she found out about Nathan's addiction and...2020-04-2840 min
Dear Young Married CoupleHow I Got Victory Over PORNOGRAPHY Part 1 of 2 w/ Nathan and Martha DriskillThis is the first part of a 2-part exclusive interview with Nathan and Martha Driskill, the Young Married Leaders at Christian Life Church in Mequon, WI. In this interview, Nathan shares his childhood story of how the addiction to pornography began and how it followed him into adulthood. Martha joins the story when she shares how she met, dated, and married Nathan, and then how the porn addiction stayed hidden until their 7th year of marriage.
In part 2, Martha shares how she found out about Nathan's addiction and then Nathan and Martha discuss practical steps they took toward healing over...2020-04-2851 min
Dear Young Married CoupleHealing Your Intimacy After a History of TRAUMA w/ Dr. Daniel Blash, Psychologist and PastorDr. Daniel Blash, a psychologist and pastor in St. Louis, Missouri is anointed, educated, and gifted. It was an honor to interview him about the impact that trauma can have on the marriage. In this episode, Dr. Blash addresses:
What trauma is vs. what it looks like
Five domains of intimacy
Small traumas that build up and the impact they can have on your marriage
Holding on to stuff and letting trauma take space in your life
How people get triggered
How to work through a sexual history
Healing through encounters with God and through godly counsel
Dr. Blash recommended:
...2020-04-2149 min
Dear Young Married Couple5 Rules For ARGUING w/ Matthew + Sabrina Schlesinger, Hosts of "Marriage on the Go" PodcastStudies show that how often you argue actually doesn't matter when it comes to your satisfaction in the marriage; how those arguments are handled, however, will definitely be a determining factor in predicting not only satisfaction, but divorce rates and other important dynamics in your marriage.
So how do we argue well? Today on the podcast, Matthew and Sabrina Schlesinger share five rules for arguing effectively:
Seek first to understand.
Call a grown-up time-out.
Don't go to bed angry.
Respect their process.
Become a safe place.
One of our favorite things that Matthew and Sabrina said during this episode was, "Ha...2020-04-1447 min
Dear Young Married CoupleThe Do's and Don'ts of Going through GRIEF Together with Dr. Chelsea Hall, Licensed Marriage and Family TherapistSo little clarity and so much unrest... Such a perfect time to release an episode on grief that is desperately needed in this moment of folks grieving various forms of loss.
We interviewed Dr. Chelsea Hall before the globe was in the state of pandemic, but in this episode, you'll see that so much of what Dr. Hall discusses about grief can be applied to what we are all feeling in this season. Whether you recently had unexpected news about the health of a loved one, whether you recently lost a loved one, or whether you are grieving the loss...2020-04-0750 min
Dear Young Married CoupleDiscussing FINANCES During Times of Uncertainty w/ Adrian Hildebrand, Certified Financial Education InstructorDuring times of economic uncertainty, there can be a lot of tension around the finances and just talking about it can feel like an argument is about to explode.
In this episode, Adrian Hildebrand, Certified Financial Education Instructor, shares some practical tips about discussing the finances as a couple. She tackles debt, budgeting, investments, financial infidelity, joint accounts, spending limits, and managing an economic crisis.
Adrian also discusses the COVID-19 pandemic specifically and shares some insights on financial do's and don'ts. She shared a specific resource about what you can do with retirement contributions (401Ks and IRAs) right now with...2020-03-3146 min
Dear Young Married CoupleYour QUESTIONS w/ A + K: How did you know you were ready for a baby? Any advice for the first night? How do I get my spouse to go to counseling?This is our very first "ASK" episode! Every now and then, we'll take a few of your questions and answer them here in a short 10-15 minute episode. These three questions were asked quite a few times this past month, so we decided to share some reflections on these topics:
How did you know your marriage was ready for a baby?
Any advice for the first night?
How do I get my spouse to go to counseling?
If you're looking for ways to connect with your spouse while quarantined, check out these marriage card decks that we created just for...2020-03-2715 min
Dear Young Married CoupleDiscipling Your Children AT HOME w/ Justin and Hillary Jeter of The Resolute Family"Isn't it the church's job to teach my children about the Bible?"
This is a sentiment that is all-too-often shared by many busy, young married couples throughout North America.
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Now more than ever, we need to be equipped as parents to pour into the hearts of our children at home. We met Justin Jeter in a hotel lobby when we were doing a marriage seminar in Arkansas last year and he was doing a children's conference in the same town. The more we learned about Justin and Hillary, the more we got excited about connecting with them and their ministry.
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Dear Young Married CoupleBonus Ep: THINK ON THESE THINGS (Christian Meditation Track to Encourage You in Light of COVID-19)In this moment, I will choose to âthink on these thingsâ.
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In the midst of chaos â when Iâm feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and frustrated about these circumstances, I will choose to âthink on these thingsâ.
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Lord, when fear overwhelms me, I will let go of the âwhat-ifsâ, meditate on your precepts, consider your ways (Ps. 119:15), and âthink on these thingsâ.
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First and foremost, I choose to think about what is true.
God, YOU are truth (John 14:6). In your Word, the ultimate truth (John 17:17), you said t...2020-03-1900 min