The Marriage To The Max Podcast

Episode 168 - The Walkaway Wife

In this episode, we dive into the phenomenon known as The Walkaway Wife Syndrome—aka the moment a wife mentally packs her bags long before she ever touches a suitcase.  We’ll talk about how she didn’t suddenly snap (shocking, we know), and why husbands often miss the mile-high stack of warning signs.  Most importantly, we’ll walk through what couples can do before someone heads for the mental exit door—because emotional disconnection doesn’t have to be inevitable.  Grab your coffee. This episode is here to help you avoid becoming a marital cautionary tale.

Episode 167 - Unstressing the Holidays

The holidays can bring joy… and a whole lot of stress.  Between shopping lists, family gatherings, and endless to-do’s, it’s easy for your marriage to get lost in the shuffle.  In this episode, Kellie and Brett Hurst discuss how to stay connected, communicate well, and keep your sense of humor when the holiday pressure starts to build.  Because your relationship deserves more than just survival this season—it deserves a little merry and bright, too.

Episode 166 - Money Personalities Part 2

In this second part of the discussion about finances, Kellie and Brett Hurst break down the final three types of "money personalities".  Which one describes you best?  Which one explains how your partner deals with money?  Talking about the way we feel about money can be a real relationship-strengthener.  Don't give in to the temptation to avoid conversations about your money.  Come together around the topic ... it could be a game-changer! 

Episode 165 - Money Personalities

When it comes to finances, some say every married couple has a "saver" and a "spender".  But do these two options tell the whole story?  In today's conversation, Kellie and Brett Hurst discuss four "money personalities".  Pull up a chair and listen in.  It might spur some great conversation!

Episode 164 - What Does Self Protection Look Like?

We all played the "Hide and Seek" game as kids.  Some of us still play it as adults; but not the same way.  We hide in marriage.  It's called self-protection and it shows up in all of us in different ways and for different reasons.  Listen to today's episode with Kellie and Brett Hurst to see if you're hiding - and how you can be found.

Episode 163 - You're So Immature

We all have our immature moments.  They can show up regularly when we're arguing with our partner.  However, if you find yourself saying certain phrases repeatedly, you may want to listen to today's conversation with Kellie and Brett Hurst.  A pattern of particularly immature reactions can play havoc with your relationship.  Learn what responses to look for, and why you may need to mature up.

Episode 162 - Fault vs. Responsibility

“It’s not my fault!” … Have you ever uttered those words during a fight with your partner?  We all have.  But can something be your responsibility even if it wasn’t your fault?  Are intentions the only litmus test to gauge responsibility?  Tune in to today’s conversation with Kellie and Brett Hurst as they attempt to dissect this topic.

Episode 161 - Gratitude Practice

Is gratitude something we need to actually do?  Or is it enough to simply have an attitude of gratitude?  Listen in on today's conversation with Kellie and Brett Hurst as they discuss how to up your gratitude game, and how it will absolutely improve your marriage.

Episode 160 - Birth Order

Many things shape who we become as adults.  How we were raised, our life experiences, our natural personality types, our enneagram type, etc.  But what about our birth order?  Could our place in our family of origin really affect how we show up in life?  In marriage?  Listen to today’s episode between Kellie Hurst and Dr. Robert V.V. Hurst (no relation) as they talk about a unique understanding of how birth order plays a large role in how we behave in life and in love.

Episode 159 - My Marriage Is Boring

Help … my marriage is boring!  This was the title of a recent article that caught my attention.  How many of us find ourselves stuck in a boring rut with our partner?  Is it normal?  Does it mean something is wrong?  Take a few moments to listen in to today’s episode.  It might spark your creativity!