

Mary at the Crossroads of History
What do you do when marriage therapy is not working? What do you do when your parents receive a decree of nullity and start dating other people? Doug answers these questions and more. PLUS: Mary at the Crossroads of History. Listener questions and comments: Pepper - I have done a lot of therapy…

Responsibility for a good marriage
Whose responsibility is it that you are in a good marriage? Doug continues to share common phrases that can help each spouse take responsibility in strengthening their marriage. Listener questions and comments: Michelle - My husband is in recovery for drug and alcohol addiction right now and he…

How to instantly strengthen your marriage
Doug shares phrases that will instantly strengthen your marriage. Listener questions and comments: John - I had a stroke and my wife is my caregiver. She is struggling to take care of me. How do I help her help me? (23:59) Resources: Marriage Unhindered https://www.marriageunhindered.com/…

Reducing anxiety during the holidays
The holiday season is here and with it comes stress and anxiety. Today on Marriage Unhindered, Dr. Johann D’Souza joins Doug to discuss the concept of Optimal Work and how it can reduce anxiety in your life. Listener questions and comments: Deedee - If you lack prudence do you end up with depre…

Arming our Children with the Truth
Courtney Brown joins Doug to discuss how to pass on the major themes of the Theology of the Body to junior high aged children. Resources: Ruah Woods Institute https://www.ruahwoodsinstitute.org/

Thanksgiving with Relatives You Don't Like
Doug answers an email from a problematic marriage as the wife is lonely and unhappy and the husband is selfish. Doug explores how to survive and even thrive a Thanksgiving with relatives and family members who you don't like Listener Questions and Comments: Doug answers email: Schedule time t…

Gratitude in Marriage
Doug is joined by marriage therapist Greg Schutte, MSW, LISW-S, for a thoughtful conversation on how to bring gratitude into marriage and into all of our relationships. Together they explore practical ways to cultivate thankfulness, strengthen emotional connection, and build a home grounded in appr…

Demonic Dissonance in Marriage and how to Fight Against it
Dr. Sean Tobin joins Doug to discuss the role the devil plays in disrupting harmony in marriage. Listener questions and comments Sarah - When I get in fights with my husband, he will say, 'the devil made me do it.' It sounds like a scapegoat to me. (29:10) Deedee - I was married to a man from t…

Who’s Really in Charge Here?
Doug responds to letters about a controlling wife and a lazy husband, reflects on the role of shared values in marriage, and considers how men can keep their identity in family life. He also takes on a heartfelt question from a wife supporting her husband through parenting challenges and financial …

"Till Death Do Us Part" Means Forever
Doug invites author Leila Miller to discuss a powerful and often overlooked reality — the men and women who suffer the pain of divorce yet choose to remain faithful to their vows. Together, they explore stories of hope, steadfast love, and the deeper meaning of commitment even when a marriage ends …