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It Just Is... the PodcastIt Just Is... the PodcastWar can’t stop discipleship in Southern LebanonWelcome to the It Just Is podcast, I’m your host, Michael Smalley. Today I have another special update from my missionary friend currently living and discipling in Southern Lebanon. Please remember, as you hear his voice, that he is currently surrounded by Hezbollah. I lived one floor above him in Southern Lebanon, the risk is real. One of the key leaders of Hezbollah lives across the street! You can find out more about their music ministry and discipleship work and support them financially by visiting https://www.horizonsinternational.org/jeremy-and-zaheda-fletcher 2023-12-0415 minIt Just Is... the PodcastIt Just Is... the PodcastThe inescapable destruction of self-pityWelcome to the It Just Is podcast, I’m your host, Michael Smalley. Today we're diving into a topic that affects us all at some point in our lives: the false comfort of self-pity. ------------ Are you a fan of the It Just Is Podcast? Do you want to take your personal growth to the next level? Become a Member now and support the show at https://www.smalleyinstitute.com and get live daily coaching with me!2023-11-2713 minIt Just Is... the PodcastIt Just Is... the PodcastStep Eleven - Pursue the only one who can do anything for youWelcome to the It Just Is podcast, I’m your host, Michael Smalley. The one-word summary for Step Eleven - Pursue. Step Eleven: Ask God to show me how to live and pursue His will. "Let the peace of Christ keep you in tune with each other, in step with each other. None of this going off and doing your own thing. And cultivate thankfulness. Let the Word of Christ—the Message—have the run of the house. Give it plenty of room in your lives. Instruct and direct one another using good common sense. And sing, sing y...2023-11-2013 minIt Just Is... the PodcastIt Just Is... the PodcastStep Seven - Mistakes lead to growth but only if you do this one thingWelcome to the It Just Is podcast, I’m your host, Michael Smalley. We’ve reached Step Seven - Humility - We ask God to help us change and remove all our signature sins. If we claim that we’re free of sin, we’re only fooling ourselves. A claim like that is errant nonsense. On the other hand, if we admit our sins—simply come clean about them—he won’t let us down; he’ll be true to himself. He’ll forgive our sins and purge us of all wrongdoing. If we claim that we’ve never sinned, we...2023-11-1313 minIt Just Is... the PodcastIt Just Is... the PodcastStep Five - you must share that thing you swore you'd never tell anyoneWelcome to the It Just Is podcast, I’m your host Michael Smalley. Step Five - We admitted to God, to ourselves, and to another person the exact nature of our wrongs and signature sins. Make this your common practice: Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you can live together whole and healed. The prayer of a person living right with God is something powerful to be reckoned with. Elijah, for instance, human just like us, prayed hard that it wouldn’t rain, and it didn’t—not a drop for thre...2023-11-0819 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyLetting Go In Love: Your first step to freedomThe first step in letting go in love is identifying the actual problem or issue you need to release...and there are three ways you handle it causing chaos in your life! 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/vip  2021-04-2235 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyWhat other choice do you have? Letting Go In LoveToday’s show features professor Kris DeJeet as he joins me for the second episode in Release, the power, and freedom of letting go in love. Why is today important? As you’ll hear, what other choice do you have when life becomes overwhelmingly miserable. 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain. Become a VIP! Learn more. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/vip  Are you struggling in your marriage with... Difficulty communicating and asserting your needs? Lack of intimacy and feeling disconnected? Feeling stuck because you keep...2021-03-3042 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael Smalley¡Release! The power and freedom of letting go in loveThe first of a new series I'm calling ¡Release! It is one of the most fundamental things we have to learn to do in our relationships...but most of us want nothing to do with it! Instead of deeply connecting with our partner we choose to behave in ways that only sabotage our deepest need - to feel connected and loved. 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain. Become a VIP! Learn more. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/vip  Are you struggling in your marriage with... Di...2021-03-1933 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyStew Grant and the power of the Dr. Strange techniqueEver been in a no-win scenario in life? You feel the loss of control and nothing you do can make the pain stop? Me too! I've got friend, pastor, and psychology professor Stew Grant on the show! Don't miss it! https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/vip  If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to...2021-03-0837 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyWhat do I do if my husband is having an affair and I found out?A deep question and an answer needing to be heard! 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/vip2020-11-1618 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyHow does a wife get her husband to use her love language before, during and even after sex?As always, there is something you need to ask yourself first. 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/vip2020-11-1312 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyWhen you fail big time do thisJust because your wife didn't get the grand gesture of love... 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/vip 2020-11-1213 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyLife Hack of the century!You may not be a rule breaker...until you watch this! And learn how to actually calm down someone you've offended. 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/vip 2020-11-1112 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyNegative beliefs are insane so do this!This question was meant to be! While putting my notes together my wife did something that totally set me up to negative belief her to death! 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain. Become a VIP! Learn more.2020-11-1015 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyHow do I deal with my wife's "daddy issues"?The guy asked the question! You can't blame me for the answer. 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain. Become a VIP! Learn more.2020-11-0913 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyHow can I make sex more attractive to my wife?The answer that launched a thousand ships, filled by men, all asking the same question. If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more.2020-11-0615 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyHow much should I ask about an adulterous relationship that has ended?"How much should I ask about an adulterous relationship that has ended?" If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more.2020-11-0512 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyHow do you deal with a sexless marriage?"Sexless marriage. How can a spouse deal with this when they are not willing to talk about it and not willing to go to counseling? Married 9 years, no intimacy in over 4 years, and maybe 20 times in the other 5 years." If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support fr...2020-11-0417 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyWhat does it mean for a wife to submit when it comes to sex?If the word "submit" sparks a firestorm of negative emotions, then you really need to watch this one! If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn mo...2020-11-0311 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyWhat is a man’s responsibility to meet the needs of his wife sexually?Gentleman, you better be doing these three things or you are missing out! If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more.2020-11-0213 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyIs your partner emotionally abusive?It has to stop if it is true. If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more.2020-10-3016 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyDo I have to give sex anytime my husband wants it?It saddens me to answer this question. If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more.2020-10-2915 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyWhat if in-laws don't respect boundariesAre there any in-laws that respect boundaries? If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more.2020-10-2819 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyWhat is the greatest predictor of success?A fellow learner wants to know, "What is the single best predictor of whether a couple who goes through your program will make it." If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Jo...2020-10-2710 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyHow can I get my wife to love me again?The problem may be with you trying to get her to love you again. If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more.2020-10-2610 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyIs it always up to one spouse to instigate sex?Is it always up to one spouse to instigate sex? Wouldn't it leave the instigator feeling under wanted if they are always having to start the festivities? If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the re...2020-10-2313 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyBecome UnbreakableThis is the one I've been looking to the most! Actual tears when I discovered it and then created my notes for the show! If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Jo...2020-10-0922 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyA.R.E. You ready!We've turned the corner and you are ready to turn betrayal into deeper intimacy! If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more.2020-10-0820 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyLet it go and flushWe are turning the corner on Primal Panic and focusing in on genuine healing! Now drop whatever you are doing and flush it. If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join th...2020-10-0711 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThe Lover: Primal Panic ReactionThis is who you want to be if you ever want to overcome the pain of feeling betrayed. If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn mo...2020-10-0609 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThe Runner: Primal Panic"We need to talk." Possibly the four worst words this style of panic reaction could ever hear! If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more.2020-10-0515 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThe Fighter: Primal PanicEver feel like your words and actions were not achieving the deepest desire of your heart? You keep reacting in ways that push people further and further away? If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to th...2020-09-2919 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyBorn from betrayal: Primal Panic!When primal panic sets in, watch out! Your heart is in the right place but your words and actions keep pushing your loved ones further away. If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship yo...2020-09-2934 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThe mathematical formula for your best life now!I've done it! Had one of those mornings where I figured out the mathematical formula for your best life now! If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Ci...2020-09-2512 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyPrimal PanicSounds scary! It should! When a woman reaches the level of a primal panic, you better know exactly what to do next. If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VI...2020-09-2407 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyWhat if he DOES come backAmen, hallelujah! But you better have a plan on what you do daily, weekly, and yearly. If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more.2020-09-2309 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyWhat if he does not come backIt is the answer to the question you fear the most. What now? If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/#se...2020-09-2215 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyBe brave and disengageThe #1 reason your relationship will fail is if you continue allowing yourself to stay engaged with your husband when you become flooded. Here's what you need to do... If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to th...2020-09-2120 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyDo not rush itThe last thing you want to do is rush the process of healing. You might want to consider a much better alternative. If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VI...2020-09-1812 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyTake a riskWhat else do you have to lose? If you really want him back, take the risk. If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more.2020-09-1716 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyYour best option is to quitYou heard me! Quit already, you keep trying to eliminate divorce and you are only making it worse. If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn mo...2020-09-1625 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyFast and pray for the love of life!Want to know what happens when you ignore God before making important life decisions? You know what happens... If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn mo...2020-09-1518 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyBewildered God is Not (maybe Yoda)You might feel bewildered about why your husband is shut down, God does not. If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. Join the VIP Inner Circle! Learn more.2020-09-1423 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyYou are a child of the King! Now go live like one.If you don't know who you truly are, the essence of what defines you, then good luck! A broken identity is a broken life. Be an Esther and win back your husband when you embrace the truth of being a child of the King. If an epic, in-depth online experience is something you’d be interested in covering the discussion today or access to any of the downloads mentioned, and even better, 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, an...2020-09-1127 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThe invisible God - Be an EstherOne of the glaring omissions in the book of Esther is God. Yes, you are reading this correctly! We do not know who wrote the book of Esther. If you read it, you are not going to read about God. Fact-check me on this one. The rest of my notes are in the VIP Inner Circle membership. 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley (me), a growing library of videos, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will...2020-09-1018 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyBe an Esther and Win Back Your Husband!Welcome to Be an Esther and Win Back Your Husband online experience! It is an honor to be part of your journey in winning back the heart of your husband. I want to share something important straight away, which may come as a shock to you……... I am not a woman. Phew! Got that off my chest! The rest of my notes are in the VIP Inner Circle membership. 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley (me), a growing library of videos, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to g...2020-09-0914 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyBreak free from generational sinYou know that thing you swore you'd never do because of how much you were hurt by it from your parents? Today we learn how to stop doing it ourselves. The rest of my notes are in the VIP Inner Circle membership. 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley (me), a growing library of videos, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. START NOW2020-09-0726 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyProtect your familyFor real! You might be unaware of a force hell-bent on destroying your family. The VIP Inner Circle membership brings you 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a growing library of videos, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want.  https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/#section-1597255271154 2020-09-0457 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyIs it a curse or a consequence?What's the source of your failed attempts at turning your relationship and life around? A curse or a consequence? Listen and find out. The VIP Inner Circle membership brings you 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a growing library of videos, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/#section-1597255271154 2020-09-0321 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyYou have no other choiceIf we claim to follow Jesus, this command is unavoidable and perhaps the most important one! The VIP Inner Circle membership brings you 24/7 digital access to coaching from Dr. Michael Smalley, a growing library of videos, a path towards healing your pain, tools to shape your communication and intimacy, assessments to guide you, and a community of support from people who will cheer you on as you journey to the relationship you want. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/#section-1597255271154 2020-09-0215 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyWeapons of Mass Destruction - The Warrior's Marriage Part 2Today is the 2nd part of my series on the warrior’s marriage, and you’re not going to like it...well...you’ll eventually like it but first I have to shove a few things down your throat for a second, maybe a minute.  “Welcome to the Inspiritaitonal Comedy podcast with Michael Smalley, learning doesn’t have to be boring!” https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/blog/weapons-of-mass-destruction-the-warrior-s-marriage-part-2 2020-07-2712 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThe time I kissed a girl and then...Day 6 Yesterday I shared the time I was patient zero in a meningitis outbreak in Conroe Texas.  Today you get to hear when I was patient zero at Kanakuk Kamp in Branson Missouri! It involves my first ever kiss with a girl I wasn’t dating and more! BUILD A BETTER LIFE WITH…  Virtual Intensives are here! 3hr, 1 day, 2 days and 3 days options. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/smalley-virtual-intensives   Turn your relationship around during the quarantine with one of our powerful online courses. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/store  The Comedy of Love, this isn’t just some...2020-04-0157 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThat time I was abducted in IndiaDay 5 - Abducted in India Today’s show features a game you can play as a family, it’s my own family’s favorite game! I’ll just give you the subtitle which says it all…”Build a Unicorn Army. Betray your friends. Unicorns are your friends now.”  And then, you’ll get the story of when I was abducted in India.  Yes, I’ve been abducted before and you won’t believe what it lead to! BUILD A BETTER LIFE WITH…  Virtual Intensives are here! 3hr, 1 day, 2 days and 3 days options. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/smal...2020-03-3157 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyA man's worst fearDay 4 - Surprise colon exams On today’s Comedy Hour (not quite an hour) America is great again, Real or Messed up Quarantine Family Fun Tips and a man’s worst fear…surprise colon checks! New York retired doctors and nurses! BUILD A BETTER LIFE! Virtual Intensives are here! 3hr, 1 day, 2 days and 3 days options. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/smalley-virtual-intensives  Turn your relationship around during the quarantine with one of our powerful online courses. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/store The Comedy of Love, this isn’t just some show, it’s a comedic learning experience...2020-03-2724 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThe great poop attack of 2003Day 3 of the Michael Smalley Comedy Hour (not really an hour) It was possibly 2003, honestly I can’t remember the year, but that’s not important.  Today I share one of the most embarrassing moments of my life, and again it was at the diabolical hands of my older brother.   You won’t believe this story, but every detail is true!  But today isn’t just about my personal shame.  The corona virus has caused a lot of anxiety and fear for many of you.  So I’m going to give some simple tips on dealing...2020-03-2533 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThe monster under your bed is real!Welcommen to The Michael Smalley Comedy Hour. Because I’m impulsive and slightly unorganized, I only came up with this show idea on Sunday….which means I didn’t put a lot of thought into it. But for day two, I’ve got something special planned. Each day I’m going to give fun tips for your family during home quarantine. One tip will be legit and the other will be messed up, you’ll have to figure out which is which. Of course I will share a weird, funny or messed up story from my life that will be...2020-03-2421 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyMichael Smalley Comedy Hour Day 1Just a little something for my fellow home quarantined friends! Our country and our world need something positive and definitely laughter.  My goal is to give you both!2020-03-2328 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyDiscovering the value of your personalityHere's a special treat! From the video archives here at Smalley Institute, we give you my father's session from Hidden Keys to Loving Lasting Relationships...discovering the value of your personality! Sign up today for the free Smalley animal personality online course! Here's what you receive: https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/offers/hg4XtVwE  Free online assessment of the Smalley Animal Personality Test (Lion, Otter, Golden Retriever, Beaver) Classic video from Dr. Gary Smalley on discovering the value of your personality In-depth lesson content to help you better understand each other The personality relationship dynamic r...2019-01-2257 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyChristmas Eve alone - a storyYou can change someone's life in the easiest and most fun ways you could ever imagine. The question today is if you are willing to do it.  Here is a story written by Niki Flow but read by Michael Smalley. Get the full notes for this episode here: https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/blog/christmas-even-alone  BOOK US FOR A COMEDY NIGHT OR RELATIONSHIP EVENT https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/p/comedy-of-love  Follow us on your favorite social app: Instagram or Facebook2018-12-2523 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyStress is goodYou will want to punch me straight in the neck today because on the show we are going to talk about why stress is actually a good thing! And, I might possibly have one of the greatest Distractions of the Day in the history of mankind. Let’s just say Amy is getting her Christmas present a little early this year! Welcome to SMR. FOR FULL SHOW NOTES: https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/blog/stress-is-good  Transform Your Marriage in 31 Days for only $31 dollars! We took the guesswork out of "what can help" and created for you an e...2018-12-1922 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyDefining success for realTwitter is flooded from a now famous tweet by JK Rowling on what successful people do. Her response got us thinking, what do successful people do? And what we found on the internet did not make us happy. So we are defining success for you today and the two things you can do to be a success. FOR THE FULL NOTES OF THIS SHOW: https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/blog/defining-success-for-real  BOOK US FOR A COMEDY NIGHT OR RELATIONSHIP EVENT https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/p/comedy-of-love  Follow us on your favorite social app...2018-12-1824 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyImprove your communication nowOn today’s show we are giving you 3 things you need to stop immediately in order to improve the communication at home. Well almost three things, because one of them I totally disagree with and will fight to the death with Amy about it! Transform Your Marriage in 31 Days for only $31 dollars! We took the guesswork out of "what can help" and created for you an experience where we "drip" our most important education, devotions, and date night inspiration to you each week. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/p/transform-your-marriage-in-31-days  BOOK US FOR A C...2018-12-1732 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyFLQ - Breaking the teenagerHow do you break a teenager from entitlement? This Friday Listener Question has a teenage daughter who thinks she’s entitled for everything. "We are going crazy." Amy and I want to help this listener and you feel less crazy about dealing with teenage entitlement. BOOK US FOR A COMEDY NIGHT OR RELATIONSHIP EVENT https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/p/comedy-of-love  Follow us on your favorite social app: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/smalleyinstitute  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MichaelandAmy  Twitter https://twitter.com/Michael_Smalley 2018-12-1420 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThe deception connection - Intimacy IntelligenceToday's show gets right to the point! One of our Facebook friends made a brilliant comment about the grey area of private thoughts verses secret thoughts.  She helped us clarify something important that we share with you today. Transform Your Marriage in 31 Days for only $31 dollars! We took the guesswork out of "what can help" and created for you an experience where we "drip" our most important education, devotions, and date night inspiration to you each week. https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/p/transform-your-marriage-in-31-days BOOK US FOR A COMEDY NIGHT OR RELATIONSHIP EVENT2018-12-1312 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThe affection connection - Intimacy IntelligenceToday we are talking about the sound of intimacy and what you can do to make intimacy sound beautiful! And it’s not dirty.  The Distraction of the Day: So now that I know how much cockroaches freak you out. I’m going to fly through this show just to get to this distraction of the day! Yea, it has cockroaches! BOOK US FOR A COMEDY NIGHT OR RELATIONSHIP EVENT https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/p/comedy-of-love  Follow us on your favorite social app: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/smalleyinstitute  Faceboo...2018-12-1131 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyShould you lie - Intimacy IntelligenceIt’s going to be a week for intimacy! Four shows all under the heading of, Intimacy Intelligence. On today’s show, do you really have to be totally honest with your spouse? Distraction of the Day: Amy...the following three things are possible reasons why a Nebraska Principal is now on administrative leave, can you guess which one it is? She banned candy She was caught eating cockroaches She hosted a kegger for 10th grade class during school hours BOOK US FOR A COMEDY NIGHT OR RELATIONSHIP EVENT http...2018-12-1041 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyFLQ - Answers to questions you want to hearToday we answer your questions, and they are incredible questions! But perhaps the thing you need to know most, is that I messed with Amy in the craziest way today...and she loved it! BOOK US FOR A COMEDY NIGHT OR RELATIONSHIP EVENT https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/p/comedy-of-love  Follow us on your favorite social app: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/smalleyinstitute  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MichaelandAmy  Twitter https://twitter.com/Michael_Smalley 2018-12-0837 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleySerenity from solitude“A life without a lonely place, that is, a life without a quiet center, easily becomes destructive. When we cling to the results of our actions as our only way of self-identification, then we become possessive and defensive and tend to look at our fellow human beings more as enemies to be kept at a distance than as friends with whom we share the gifts of life.” That was a quote from Henri Nouwen and his masterpiece Out of Solitude. Today we reflect on the benefits of being alone.  The Distraction of the Day:  How nasty would a song have t...2018-12-0620 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThe art of freedom from hurtHave you ever gotten your feelings hurt by someone’s words or actions? Of course you have! Which is why today is so important for you. Whenever you experience things like Character assassinations, Threats of abandonment, Threats of exile, Invalidations, and Preaching...there’s actually something you can do in the moment to help you not take it so personally. That’s what we’ve got going on today for you on SMR.  Distraction of the Day:  What’s the most obnoxious thing a mother-in-law could do regarding hosting a family Christmas meal? I honestly don’t know what your reaction...2018-12-0434 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyTo the unloved daughters“I was the difficult daughter, deemed theatrical and way too sensitive, according to my mother. I was mocked for my reactions, for my emotionality, for how I laughed and how I cried, and I believed all those things to be true about me.” That was a quote from Gerri, a 43 yr old daughter. Today we are exposing the lies for the unloved daughters and more importantly, revealing the truth that will set them free!  Distraction of the Day:  Remember that last distraction of the day where Canadian forces disbanded raccoon fighting rings? Well I’m not sure what’s going on i...2018-12-0334 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyFLQ - Dealing with separation and mental disordersToday we take two of your questions, the first one is a voicemail hotline question from Matt who wants to know how to talk about his current separation and trying to get a plan together with this estranged wife. The second question came through our website and this wife wants to know how to deal with a spouse who has a serious mental disorder like Bipolar with sociopathic tendencies. BOOK US FOR A COMEDY NIGHT OR RELATIONSHIP EVENT https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/p/comedy-of-love  Follow us on your favorite social app: I...2018-11-3032 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyPurpose driven joy - Relentless Joy #4“He who has a why to live for can bear almost any how.” ― Friedrich Nietzsche. There comes a time in every person’s life when you need to make a choice, a decision. Today is that day for you! When you live with purpose, you get to experience genuine joy.  Distraction of the Day:  You know all those crazy gender reveal parties and stunts parents are doing these days? What if I told you one dad spent over $200,000 on his baby’s gender reveal? Any guesses as to what could cost $200,000? BOOK US FOR A COMEDY NIGHT OR RELATIONS...2018-11-2921 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThe joy in caring for yourself - Relentless Joy #4Jean Shinoda Bolen once said, “When you recover or discover something that nourishes your soul and brings joy, care enough about yourself to make room for it in your life.” Today we continue our series on Relentless Joy and talk about the joy in caring for yourself.  Distraction of the Day, What’s the weirdest crime ring ever busted? Subscribe and leave a review. BOOK US FOR A COMEDY NIGHT OR RELATIONSHIP EVENT https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/p/comedy-of-love  Follow us on your favorite social app: Instagram https://www.instagram...2018-11-2832 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael Smalley3 ways to live filled with joy - Relentless Joy #2"We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures." - Thornton Wilder. Today in our series on Relentless Joy, we talk about three things you can do to live a life filled with joy through the daily choice of gratitude. Distraction of the Day: Do you ever get anxious about hosting a big party at our house? A big survey was done recently about the top 10 ways to make your home guest ready. If you can guess the first one, me and the kids will...2018-11-2729 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyRelentless joy - the first stepIn a Charlie Brown Christmas, Charlie Brown was having trouble getting into the Christmas spirit so Linus said, “Charlie Brown, you’re the only person I know who can take a wonderful season like Christmas and turn it into a problem.” Today we start a five day journey on how to experience relentless joy. And you’re not going to like step one. For the distraction of the day, can a guy with a $65 budget get you to cry with his short film about Christmas? BOOK US FOR A COMEDY NIGHT OR RELATIONSHIP EVENT https://www.smal...2018-11-2628 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyHusbands with low sex drive - Friday Listener DayIt’s Friday, which means we get to handle one of your questions! Today is a rarely talked about issue that researchers say impact an estimated 20% of couples. Esther from California asked us to do a show about low sex drive, but she wants to know about the husbands who struggle with a low desire for sex. We learn why this might be happening and more importantly, what to do about it. For the Distraction of the Day: Which two groups of people would be the most unlikely groups to serve soup together for the homeless? BOOK US...2018-11-2326 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyBe awakenedHappy Thanksgiving everyone! If you feel like your relationship is on autopilot, we talk about three things you can do in order to experience a fully alive, present and authentic relationship where kindness, forgiveness and patience rule! BOOK US FOR A COMEDY NIGHT OR RELATIONSHIP EVENT https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/p/comedy-of-love  Follow us on your favorite social app: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/smalleyinstitute Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MichaelandAmy Twitter https://twitter.com/Michael_Smalley 2018-11-2226 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyStop being a doormatToday's show is about how to stop being a doormat but not becoming a bulldozer instead.  And then there's this poem I wrote with Reagan... Twas the day before Thanksgiving, and all through the land People were scurrying - things got out of hand The grocery store workers knew not what to do When the customer told them to hurry because he had to poo That customer was me, yes this is true For the day before Thanksgiving HEB almost got a gift they could not return Distraction of the Day: If you g...2018-11-2128 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyGuaranteed happiness awaitsYou know when God does something so unexpected in your life, you can’t help but fall down flat on your face thankful and overwhelmed by how much God loves you? That happened to me on Sunday and it involved an addiction, the death of my father and a jacket. Coming up on today’s show: Miracles Power And total fulfillment in your life no matter what is going on around you And...Twitter has once again reached out into the ethos to discover the answer to: What did you have 20 years ago that you don’...2018-11-2045 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThe teenage rebellion cure - Friday listener questionsToday we are going to talk about 6 things to help you cure teenager rebelliousness... Distraction of the Day: There was a worldwide competition held in Lithuania recently, it was for women, can you guess what it was about and I’ll even give you the grand prize for winning the World’s...a trip to Parliament in Strasburg or Brussels. BOOK US FOR A COMEDY NIGHT OR RELATIONSHIP EVENT https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/p/comedy-of-love  Follow us on your favorite social app: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/small...2018-11-1745 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThe greatest present of all timeAmy: Hello listeners! This is Amy Smalley reminding you this holiday season that sometimes the very best present you can give your family is…...being….present. Michael: Oh Amy…. Amy: What? You don’t get it? It’s present like a gift but also like you know the present…. Michael: Oh no I get it, listeners I’m so sorry I think that may be the last time I let Amy open the show. Amy: Hey, everybody loves puns they’re so, punny. Michael: oh no. Amy: You should proba...2018-11-1530 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyHow NOT to go broke this holidayTis the season to spend money fa la la la la la la la going shopping and overspending fa la la la la la la la la don we now our credit card debt fa la la la la la la la la How could you spend that I’m going to kill you! Fa la la la la, la la la la Some of you will find yourselves playing this song during the holiday season but hopefully by the end of this episode you’ll be singing a different tune. And for the Distraction of t...2018-11-1432 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyCalm down holiday drama in 3 minutes or lessIn this corner, we have Uncle Joey who’s had too much to drink and some strong opinions about the recent elections. Annnnnnnd in this corner we have our challenger Aunt Marge who feels the need to correct people about practically everything and is just itching for an opportunity to disagree. In this epic clash of opinions who will win in this holiday Battle Royale? Amy: Um, I don’t really think anyone wins? Michael: *sarcastic* But there’s always a winner! Amy: No, I don’t think so. Really in these family battles...2018-11-1321 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThrive the drive - Happy Holiday Families #1Folks it’s the holiday season and while our children are getting more and more excited about Christmas and toys parents are already starting to dread the 10 hour drive across country that the in-laws finally guilted them into making this year. If you find yourself stressed about traveling with your crazy family this year then stay tuned for some helpful tips on how to wrangle all those strong personalities into one unified goal. What in the world did a superintendent of a school district do to get fired behind the bleachers at school? Find out at the en...2018-11-1243 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyWe wish everyone was like this guyWe have a great question from one of you today! It’s a newly married listener, but this guy is already on track to being an amazing husband unless he ignores my advice today.  I’ve got something for those of you who are strong at heart and have a steal stomach. Let’s just say you’ll never want to eat sushi again! BOOK US FOR A COMEDY NIGHT OR RELATIONSHIP EVENT https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/p/comedy-of-love  Follow us on your favorite social app: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/smalleyins...2018-11-1123 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyYour worst enemyWere you aware that you could be your own worst enemy? Today we are going to help you eliminate the negative self talk that is destroying everything that matters to you.  For the distraction of the day: What’s the weirdest thing you could imagine happening at a Waffle House? I think we may have found it but you’ll have to listen to the very end to discover what it was. BOOK US FOR A COMEDY NIGHT OR RELATIONSHIP EVENT https://www.smalleyinstitute.com/p/comedy-of-love  Follow us on your favorite social app:2018-11-0837 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThe greatest political show ever“Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less.” -- Marie Curie Words cause fear. "socialistic," "neo-fascist," "immigrant invasion," "racist." The votes are in and this is going to be the first ever politically motivated podcast of my life...and I’m still not going to get into politics. Today we are going to explore how seeking understanding can actually help eliminate fear. Amy..are you willing to earn $100 an hour at a job? I need you to accept...2018-11-0737 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyWhy you don't quit with Sam LamottYou have chosen an excellent day to listen in because today, I have the honor of interviewing Sam Lamott, creator and host of the How to Human podcast which if you like listening to him today you can subscribe for free to his podcast on iTunes. But we’re going to give you something else for free today, something Sam likes to call, “a Mood Altering Substance”. To find out what this substance is and how you can get it, keep listening. Can I be honest and authentic with you? In a million years I never...2018-11-061h 10Inspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyYou need a sexual ethic - interview with theology guru Preston Sprinkle"It's the sin we don't struggle with that we tend to vilify most." That's just one of the great lines from Preston Sprinkle and my latest interview. Preston and I get into the topic of how to love someone well you don't agree with and what does it look like from a biblical perspective. You don't want to miss this episode because every one of us has someone in our life we could love better. Of course, I end up oversharing about my own issues, thankfully Preston is a kind man! Follow us on your favorite social...2018-11-0545 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyDid I do something wrong?Today we are taking a question that was asked of me by one of you: the question is “What if your spouse doesn’t respond when you ask what is wrong?” Well, to get the answer to that question you’ll just have to keep listening! And for the distraction of the day. Something insane happened recently to a baggage handler for one of the major airlines. I’m giving Amy a multiple choice test you’ll wanna hear. Follow us on your favorite social app and we might just have a surprise for you: Instag...2018-11-0223 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyWhy women struggle with sexWell, "cough" today uh, hello podcast listeners. Today we’re gonna talk about something, you know, we’re gonna talk about uhhhhhhh... Amy Smalley interrupts, “We’re gonna talk about why women struggle with sex.” Yup. That’s what we’re doing, so ya. And then for the distraction of the day, there’s something you can do with cows but it costs $300 an hour. You’ll find out at the end if Amy is open to it. Follow us on your favorite social app and we might just have a surprise for you: Instagr...2018-11-0124 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyAuthentic loveIn 1994, the year we got married, two Americans were invited by the Russian Department of Education to come and teach morals and ethics in the public schools. They were even allowed to teach biblical stories and principles. When they shared the Christmas story at an orphanage of about 100 boys and girls who’d been abandoned, abused and left in the care of the government...one little boy named Misha changed the story of Jesus’ birth in a way you won’t believe! In fact, it’s the inspiration for today’s five ways you can become someone’s favorite person! ...2018-10-3141 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyTop 5 FantasiesAre you the kind of person who likes to let their imagination run a little wild? Are you afraid that maybe your imagination has a tendency to run a little too wild? Kids, if you’re listening you may want to close your ears and parents, you’ll want to open yours because in today’s episode we’re gonna dispel some common misconceptions about the, shall we say, r-rated day dreams of the average adult. Again, kids your gonna want to take your imaginations into the other room because now, it’s time for the adults to have some fun.2018-10-3039 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael Smalley3 Tips to build a better relationship this monthWe have now reached the last week of October and maybe you're already feeling stressed about the upcoming holiday season. Well, to help you prepare I’ve got a few tips on how you can take the time to improve your relationship in November. And then, for the Distraction of the Day, which is near the end of each episode, I’ve got a story, from football, that’s going to make Amy cry. I saw this video over the weekend and it was filmed right after a major victory for a major school from a major Heisma...2018-10-2931 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyBe irresistibleA recent study has revealed that people who are more socially connected generally lead healthier lives than those who are more isolated. This is all well and good, but the question we are going to raise today is, how do we become someone others want to get to know? Stay tuned to find out how. If you want to be the kind of person other people are attracted to, then you need to become that person for someone else. The trap we tend to fall into is we tend to isolate and close ourselves off out of a fear...2018-10-2530 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyYour Story Matters Lauren Zachry - AddictionYour Story Matters is a series of shows focused on you, the listener.  Listen as Amy Smalley showcases women's stories of triumph and victory over seemingly impossible obstacles.  Each woman featured in this series of special podcasts has a story to share that will inspire and motivate you. Today's show features Lauren Zachry, a woman plagued by drugs but pursued by an unconditionally loving man.  If you struggle in life, you don't want to miss this show because Lauren's story can lead you to feel like you're "drowning in joy"!  2018-04-1041 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyThe LOVE Talk wrap-up showOver the last 6 shows you’ve learned the core skill taught in every one of our Smalley Marriage Intensives. Love Talk is by far the most powerful way to communicate with someone.  It is where feelings and needs can get expressed in a way that leads you naturally into win/win solutions.  Healthy communication is not Rocket Science!  But there are a few rules you need to understand and use when you are dealing with difficult topics or hurt feelings.2018-03-2015 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyLearn how to listen like a championPreviously on Smalley Marriage Radio you discovered the most powerful way to stop STUPID conflict by using a time-out. Today, you get to learn the role of employee, that if I’m honest, is possibly the most important role you can learn when it comes to resolving conflict. LOVE is the essence of LOVE Talk! (Listen, Own, Validate, and Express)The employee only worries about Listening and Validating.2018-02-2714 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyA conversation with a menopause expertWhat a show today! I get to interview Rhonda Jolliffe, the founder of rhondanp.com.  What's so great about the show today? We have one of the most honest and frank conversations about menopause ever!  Rhonda has great insight for women who might be experiencing menopause but we also address how menopause impacts a relationship and what to do about it. About 20 years helping women through menopause The creator of rhondanp.com Get a free course, just visit rhondanp.com/smalley Understand the positives of menopause. Does menopause help creativity for women? What are some of the best things women can...2018-01-1632 minInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyInspirational Comedy with Dr. Michael SmalleyDr. Gary Chapman is on the show! Is there such a thing as a bad love language?Today we get to chat with one of America’s best-known marriage experts. His books have sold millions of copies around the world, but for me, he will always be known as the “wrong Gary”. I can’t count the amount of times I watched my own father, Dr. Gary Smalley, sign a book actually written by[...] The post Dr. Gary Chapman is on the show! Is there such a thing as a bad love language? appeared first on Smalley Institute.2017-08-2945 min