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A Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastWhat Women WantJoin us in this engaging and insightful podcast episode where we dive deep into the mysterious realm of what women truly desire in their relationships and marriages. Hosted by your favorite duo, Duane and Nadine, this episode takes a unique twist as Duane is away, leaving his wife to navigate the microphone solo for the first time. With humor, vulnerability, and practical advice, Nadine embarks on a mission to decode the secrets of women's hearts, offering invaluable insights to both men and women alike. Men, get ready to discover what your wife needs from you and gain...2023-06-0725 min
A Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastWhy You Should Get Away As A Couple & The Cheap Travel Hacks To Make It HappenAfter taking some much needed vacation ourselves, we're giving you this extended episode to talk about why getting away as a couple is an absolute must! We cover all the ways it benefits your relationship, like reducing stress, increasing connection, and experiencing opportunities for amazing vacation sex! PLUS we will include a big bonus by revealing how we - a large family of eight - can afford to travel frequently using several of the travel hacks we talk about on this episode. By the time you finish listening, we hope you're taking down your suitcase and getting...2023-05-3138 min
A Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastFrom Conflict to Connection: Understanding Your Relationship Conflict Style - Part TwoDid you know that the way you fight or how you resolve conflict can predict whether or not you'll have a successful marriage? That's right. According to Dr. John Gottman of the Gottman Institute, the single greatest predictor for a successful marriage is repairing skills. Repairing skills refers to a couple's ability to resolve conflict. Episodes 19 of A Purpose Driven Marriage Podcast is the second of a two-part series where Duane and Nadine break down the five different conflict styles that we tend to default to. They'll cover the pros, the cons, and the usual ch...2023-05-0930 minA Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastFrom Conflict to Connection: Understanding Your Relationship Conflict Style - Part OneDid you know that the way you fight or how you resolve conflict can predict whether or not you'll have a successful marriage? That's right. According to Dr. John Gottman of the Gottman Institute, the single greatest predictor for a successful marriage is repairing skills. Repairing skills refers to a couple's ability to resolve conflict. Episodes 18 and 19 of A Purpose Driven Marriage Podcast is a two-part series where Duane and Nadine break down the five different conflict styles that we tend to default to. They'll cover the pros, the cons, and the usual characteristics of th...2023-05-0329 min
A Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastSorry Not Sorry...How To Apologize And Mean ItIf someone wrongs you and says, “I’m sorry,” do you believe them? Or do you need them to say and do more to show the sincerity of their apology? According to Gary Chapman, author of the popular book "The 5 Love Languages," there are five distinct ways in which people apologize. If you’ve ever had a situation with your spouse where they’ve said they apologized, but you don’t think they did, you may be speaking two different languages of apology. Tune in to this week's podcast to hear Duane and Nadine break...2023-04-2528 min
A Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastDecoding The 5 Love LanguagesIf you've ever felt like your partner just doesn't understand what you need to feel loved and appreciated, or maybe it's you that needs a little brushing up on how to show love to your spouse in a way that resonates with them. Either way, this episode is for you. We'll break down each of the 5 love languages that Gary Chapman lists in his book of the same name - words of affirmation, quality time, receiving gifts, acts of service, and physical touch - and explore how you can identify which one(s) resonate with you and...2023-04-1827 min
A Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastHelp! We Have Trust Issues81% of married couples say that trust is one of the most important factors in a successful marriage, yet so many struggle with it in their own relationship. It was no different for our podcast hosts early in their relationship when Nadine admittedly struggled with trusting her then boyfriend, Duane. Tune in to episode 15 of A Purpose Driven Marriage Podcast to hear how Duane and Nadine overcame their trust issues to enjoy a healthy, thriving marriage today. Plus, they discuss how to build a foundation of trust in any relationship and the key things...2023-04-1129 min
A Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastIs Having A Work Spouse A Good Or Bad Thing?The terms "work wife" and "work husband" have become all too common in today's corporate environment. But is it simply a harmless term of endearment with potential career benefits? Or is it a dangerous threat to marriage that could create opportunities to boundaries being crossed? Tune in to Episode 14 of A Purpose Driven Marriage Podcast to hear what research has to say about this, as well as hear Duane and Nadine's perspective. And if you have any experience with this (or know someone who does), we'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us a message...2023-04-0425 min
A Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastHelp! Will Our Sex Life Grow Stale The Longer We're Married?What happens to a couple's sex life after they've been married a long time? Does it grow stale? Does it get boring? Well if you've been married fewer than 15 years, you'll be happy to know that the best is yet to come! Listen to this latest episode to find out some great news for couples looking to make their marriage a lifetime commitment. And just to be on the safe side, listen to our proven tips to ensure you always keep the flames of romance burning in your relationship! Follow us f...2023-03-2825 min
A Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastTop Lessons We've Learned In 24 Years of Marriage - Anniversary EditionIt's our anniversary week! This week, Duane and I are celebrating our 24th year of marriage and 30 years together. And as a challenge to each other, we each came up with 3 lessons or best practice that we feel have been absolute game changers for our relationship. Now let me tell you, this was NOT an easy task. We could have chosen any of a number of different lessons that have truly impacted our relationship, but for this particular episode, we came up with these three. And there's at least one that I know many couples wouldn't have thought to p...2023-03-2127 min
A Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastCommunication KillersCommunication is key to any successful marriage, but there are certain behaviors and habits that can get in the way of effective communication and can even damage a relationship. Tune in as Duane and Nadine unpack some of the most common communication killers that many couples don't realize are sabotaging their efforts to connect and are, instead, leading them to a path of conflict. Follow us for more helpful tools and resources! A Purpose Driven Marriage Website Connect with us on Instagram @apurposedrivenmarriage Follow us on Facebook @a...2023-03-1427 minA Purpose Driven Marriage Podcast5 Common Issues Couples Fight AboutIn today's episode, Duane and Nadine dig deep into 5 of the most common topics couples fight about. Of course, there are always more and other issues - this is not an exhaustive list! But if you find that money, parenting, intimacy and housework are recurring themes, take a listen. And you will not believe what topic #5 is! (And we'd love to hear your reaction to it...) Find complete show notes here: https://apurposedrivenmarriage.com/podcast-ep10/ Follow us for more helpful tools and resources! A Purpose Driven Marriage website Connect with...2023-03-0721 minA Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastRecovering from Infidelity with Guests Brad & Lisa Valencia - Part 2This is the second of a two-part interview with Brad & Lisa Valencia, as they describe their journey through and back from infidelity. In this episode, Lisa continues their story by talking about how she was able to allow God to have His way in her life, and what His redemption, grace, and mercy looked like in the process. This interview was incredibly raw and absolutely beautiful. Today we conclude the amazing story of a marriage that continues to heal and thrive - after infidelity. Find complete show notes here: https://apurposedrivenmarriage.com/podcast-ep9/ C...2023-02-2837 minA Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastRecovering from Infidelity with Guests Brad & Lisa Valencia - Part 1This is the first part of a two-part interview with Brad & Lisa Valencia, as they describe their journey through and back from infidelity. It’s a very real scenario that many couples are facing. In this episode, we discover how one gets to that point. How does a couple go from loving each other to one of them committing the ultimate betrayal in a marriage? And then, what do redemption, recovery, and renewal look like on the other side? This interview was incredibly raw and absolutely beautiful. And today we begin talking about the amazing story of th...2023-02-2129 minA Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastKeeping Your Romance Alive During the Teen and Adult YearsYou did it! This is the last of our 3-part series, Keeping The Romance Alive. If you’ve been intentional about prioritizing your marriage through the earlier years of parenting, this season with teens and young adults can offer excellent opportunities to build your relationship up even further. However, even if you weren’t intentional earlier on, it’s not too late to bring back the romance at this stage. During this season, you'll find you can be a bit more flexible and have the time and space to be more creative. In t...2023-02-1421 minA Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastKeeping Your Romance Alive During the Grade School YearsIn part 2 of our series, Keeping the Romance Alive, we're speaking to parents with kiddos in grade school - or who will be someday! This season is a different kind of busy because the kids are too old to be placed in a crib or swing and just stay there, but too young to be able to drive themselves places. Once again, we're gonna remind you that creating or maintaining romance is going to require intentionality. (And you may want to take notes and try out the solution Duane came up with for...2023-02-0721 minA Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastKeeping Your Romance Alive During the Baby to Toddler YearsWelcome to Part 1 in our 3-part series, Keeping The Romance Alive. In this episode, we'll discuss tips and strategies that will help you not only survive but thrive as a couple during these all-too-busy new parent years. The keyword for maintaining romance through the parenting years is intentionality. You’ll find that being intentional is going to be your secret weapon to making sure the romance never dies, no matter the season of life you may be in or how many kids you may have. Find complete show notes here: https://ap...2023-01-3125 minA Purpose Driven Marriage Podcast3 Tips for A Successful Interracial or Intercultural MarriageDuane and Nadine discuss some of the ways that their culture of origins influenced their marriage - but you may be surprised to learn that YOU, too, have your own cultural influences. In this episode, we offer 3 tips to help you adapt the beliefs and behaviors you grew up with in your own birth family, and combine them with your spouse's to create your unique family culture! Follow us for more helpful tools and resources! A Purpose Driven Marriage website Connect with us on Instagram @apurposedrivenmarriage Follow u...2023-01-2422 minA Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastWhy Setting Couple Goals Can Increase Intimacy In Your MarriageDo you set goals as a couple? Much like business owners do, it’s important to set goals in your marriage. It helps you understand your values together, what’s important, and where you want to go! There’s no “best time” to set a goal, friends. Sure, it may make sense to do it in January, or maybe your anniversary, or some other significant date. The bottom line is to DO IT! In this episode, we discuss: the importance of goals, how to define goals well, what setti...2023-01-1531 minA Purpose Driven Marriage Podcast5 Marriage Myths And Truths That Will Strengthen Your RelationshipYes, there are a TON of myths about marriage. We picked out 5 common ones and replaced them with the TRUTHs that can strengthen your marriage! Listen in and see if you believed any of them, too! Follow us for more helpful tools and resources! A Purpose Driven Marriage website Connect with us on Instagram @apurposedrivenmarriage Follow us on Facebook Get a FREE copy of “31 Conversation Starters to Improve Communication” here: https://resources.apurposedrivenmarriage.com/conversationstarters To contact me about coaching, speaking or hosting a wor...2023-01-1526 minA Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastA Purpose Driven Marriage: Our StoryWelcome to the very first episode of A Purpose Driven Marriage Podcast! We’re Duane and Nadine Stewart and we’re so excited to have you joining us. Today, we’re going to talk a little bit about: Who we are Why we started this podcast And answer the question: what is A Purpose Driven Marriage? Follow us for more helpful tools and resources! A Purpose Driven Marriage website Connect with us on Instagram @apurposedrivenmarriage Follow us on Facebook Get a F...2023-01-1518 minA Purpose Driven Marriage PodcastA Purpose Driven Marriage - TrailerAre you looking for real answers to the real-life challenges in your marriage? A Purpose Driven Marriage is the podcast for couples seeking real help and real solutions, to take their marriage from barely surviving to amazing and thriving! Married for 23 years and parents of six, their mission is to help you deepen your marriage on the basis of faith, friendship, family, and fun. You'll find so much to relate to and learn from in each episode, as they help couples strive for marriage as God designed it and not as the world has defined it. 2023-01-1001 min