The Marriage To The Max Podcast

Episode 146 - Repair Attempts

Sometimes we realize we’ve made a wrong turn.  We find ourselves in a sketchy area that is clearly not our intended destination.  No, I’m not talking about driving.  I’m talking about fighting in marriage.  Need some relational GPS tips?  Listen to today’s episode with Kellie and Brett Hurst as they discuss a secret weapon that can get you back home safe and sound.

Episode 145 - Marriage Data

You may think marriage research doesn’t sound very sexy or even interesting.  But what if the data could actually improve your marriage and make you happier?  Listen to today’s episode as Kellie Hurst unpacks some important stats that could have a real impact on your life.

Episode 144 - Unexpected Financial Stress

Sometimes our financial lives can get tense because of stupid things we do.  Other times it’s out of our hands.  How do we take care of ourselves when that happens?  Listen to today’s episode and hear how Kellie Hurst breaks down ways to pay off debt while treating each other right.

Episode 143 - 9 Signs Your Marriage is Heading for Divorce

Do you feel like your marriage may be in trouble, but not sure exactly why?  Tune in to this episode to hear a list of some things that may help crystallize your situation.  And if your marriage is healthy and happy, listen in to discover some relationship signs to look out for.

 

Episode 142 - Mailbag

Today's episode includes questions from listeners.  Listen in to see if one of the answers encourages you and your spouse.

 

Episode 140 - Spontaneous vs Responsive - Part 2

In our last episode, we spent time talking to "low desire" partners.  In this episode, we pick up where we left off by talking to "high desire" partners.  We hope you and your mate will feel encouraged to better negotiate your desire differences moving forward.

 

Episode 140 - Spontaneous vs Responsive - Part 1

Wouldn't it be nice if the sexual part of your marriage relationship worked like clockwork?  With both partners getting exactly what they needed when they needed it?  The truth is ... no matter how long you've been married, most of us continue to negotiate and navigate this tricky area.  But take heart!  Today's conversation may help.  Join Kellie and Brett Hurst as they discuss some recent insights around the differences between the low desire spouse and the high desire spouse.  

 

Episode 139 - What’s Our Win?

Sometimes a simple phrase can turn things around in a big way.  We've been encouraging couples to ask, "What's our win?".  Another way of thinking about it is to ask what's REALLY important in a situation.  We can often find a new way forward when we re-frame things in this way.  Join Kellie and Brett Hurst of Home Encouragement as they quickly unpack why this is a winning tool in marriage.

 

Episode 138 - Mistakes Seasoned Couples Make

Every married couple can fall into traps that bring about stagnation - even seasoned couples!  We recently led a discussion with a group of married couples who've been together for 20+ years.  They wanted to know what we see in our work with couples that they could guard against.  We say it all the time ... "we never arrive in marriage - we should always stay curious and keep learning".  That's what today's episode is about.  Tune in to hear Kellie and Brett Hurst as they discuss mistakes even seasoned couples can make.

 

Episode 137 - Too Much Busyness - Part 2

Are you too busy to make time for your marriage?  We hear this complaint from couples all the time.  However, the hard truth is ... you have more control over your schedule than you may realize.  Tune in to Part 2 of "Too Much Busyness" with Kellie and Brett Hurst and see if you can find inspiration to carve out a little more time in your life.  Not just for your marriage, but for yourself.