The Marriage To The Max Podcast

Episode 150 - Forgiveness and Acceptance

Is forgiveness the same thing as acceptance?  And if they’re different … where does one end and the other begin?  In today’s conversation, Kellie and Brett Hurst discuss when each of these elements is necessary in marriage – and when it’s not.

Episode 149 - Three Types of Fights

Married couples fight over silly things all the time.  But are they really so silly?  Maybe the silly things are the tip of a bigger iceberg that needs to be talked out.  Join Kellie and Brett Hurst as they talk about the bigger reasons we fight, and what we can do about it.

Episode 148 - Cherish Is the Word

There are many good marriage books out there, but sometimes one rises to the top, so we have to recommend it.  Tune in to today’s episode to see which marriage book Kellie and Brett Hurst are discussing.

Episode 147 - Marital Friendship

Are you best friends with your spouse?  Heck, are you even friends with him/her?  Listen in on today’s conversation with Kellie and Brett Hurst as they discuss why being friends with your spouse is crucial to a good marriage.

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.