Communication techniques - Review

Recognizing communication barriers

Passive communication

Misreading nonverbal communications

Making assumptions

Stress and external pressure

Break 1

Novena - Mary, Mother of Fairest Love

I assume the worst in my family

How to handle conflict

Doug continues to explore the idea of building a strong foundation of communication. Plus: Day 2 of the novena to Mary, Mother of Fairest Love.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Ron - I am the one in the relationship who tends to think my wife is doing bad things. I assume the worst. Would it be better to not respond at all if she is giving me these signals? (34:15)

Doug continues to explore the idea of building a strong foundation of communication. Plus: Day 2 of the novena to Mary, Mother of Fairest Love.
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Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Ron - I am the one in the relationship who tends to think my wife is doing bad things. I assume the worst. Would it be better to not respond at all if she is giving me these signals? (34:15)</li>
</ul>

Marriage Unhindered is a sincere exploration of the joys and challenges within the realm of marriage. Hosted by the seasoned Doug Hinderer, this one-hour, caller-based show is scheduled to air every Saturday from 11am – 12pm CT, and will offer listeners an authentic journey into the complexities of marital relationships.

Marriage Unhindered is a sincere exploration of the joys and challenges within the realm of marriage. Hosted by the seasoned Doug Hinderer, this one-hour, caller-based show is scheduled to air every Saturday from 11am – 12pm CT, and will offer listeners an authentic journey into the complexities of marital relationships.

Marriage Unhindered

Building a Foundation of Communication (Part 2)

Discovering same-sex attraction 

Overcoming lust in marriage

Break 2

Too busy for intimacy?

Smile when your spouse irritates you

What should you do if you discover your husband has same-sex attraction? Today, Doug tackles this question and more on Marriage Unhindered.

 

Listener questions and comments:
John - I thought getting married gets you out of the issue of lust, but it can continue in marriage. (21:50)
Julie - I have been married to my husband for 25 years and he always uses contraception, but I don’t know how to tell him to stop. (25:59)
Susan - If you can’t get through to him you aren’t sinning but it’s on him. (32:58)
Tim - We’ve always been too busy for sex, and my wife is too tired because of her shift. (37:34)
Josephina - My spouse and I fought because I don’t know if he is still smoking. I found something the other day and I want to know how to approach him so that we don’t fight and we actually see progress. (42:14)

 

Resources:

 

Courage International

https://couragerc.org/

 

Catholic Therapists

https://catholictherapists.com/

 

Catholic Psychotherapy

https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/

What should you do if you discover your husband has same-sex attraction? Today, Doug tackles this question and more on Marriage Unhindered.
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Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>John - I thought getting married gets you out of the issue of lust, but it can continue in marriage. (21:50)</li>
<li>Julie - I have been married to my husband for 25 years and he always uses contraception, but I don&rsquo;t know how to tell him to stop. (25:59)</li>
<li>Susan - If you can&rsquo;t get through to him you aren&rsquo;t sinning but it&rsquo;s on him. (32:58)</li>
<li>Tim - We&rsquo;ve always been too busy for sex, and my wife is too tired because of her shift. (37:34)</li>
<li>Josephina - My spouse and I fought because I don&rsquo;t know if he is still smoking. I found something the other day and I want to know how to approach him so that we don&rsquo;t fight and we actually see progress. (42:14)</li>
</ul>
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Resources:
&nbsp;
Courage International
<a href="https://couragerc.org/">https://couragerc.org/</a>
&nbsp;
Catholic Therapists
<a href="https://catholictherapists.com/">https://catholictherapists.com/</a>
&nbsp;
Catholic Psychotherapy
<a href="https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/">https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/</a>

Navigating Same-Sex Attraction Together

Tips for dating

Why do I need a job?

Continuing to build respect

Breaking the ice

Declare a no nagging evening

Doug dives into the frustrations many men face with modern dating and the challenges of building a lasting marriage. He breaks down what often goes wrong and why so many feel stuck or discouraged. Through honest insights and practical advice, Doug offers straightforward dating tips to help young men build confidence, and create meaningful relationships.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Patrick - I need to emphasize the swearing! It’s gotten so bad. (20:39)
Tony - I got married at 36 and I wanted to share some advice. It helped when I submitted to God's will. (31:38)
Kathy - It’s important to continue the respect your wife even after the marriage. (38:11)
Nicole - Where do the women hang out? (39:31)
Bill - You can meet a good young woman at a Catholic college. (42:04)
Karen - My husband and I were an example to a man who had a kid out of wedlock. He married the girl because of our example. We can help as married people by encouraging these kids. (43:58)

Doug dives into the frustrations many men face with modern dating and the challenges of building a lasting marriage. He breaks down what often goes wrong and why so many feel stuck or discouraged. Through honest insights and practical advice, Doug offers straightforward dating tips to help young men build confidence, and create meaningful relationships.
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Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Patrick - I need to emphasize the swearing! It&rsquo;s gotten so bad. (20:39)</li>
<li>Tony - I got married at 36 and I wanted to share some advice. It helped when I submitted to God's will. (31:38)</li>
<li>Kathy - It&rsquo;s important to continue the respect your wife even after the marriage. (38:11)</li>
<li>Nicole - Where do the women hang out? (39:31)</li>
<li>Bill - You can meet a good young woman at a Catholic college. (42:04)</li>
<li>Karen - My husband and I were an example to a man who had a kid out of wedlock. He married the girl because of our example. We can help as married people by encouraging these kids. (43:58)</li>
</ul>

Dating Advice for Young Men

Email: Dealing with In-laws

Things liars say 

Liar tactics 

Thoughts from a recovered liar

What to do with liars

Doug explores how lying affects marriages, how to respond, and ways to foster honesty. Listeners share personal experiences, including insights from a recovered liar and the impact of dementia on a spouse’s truthfulness.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Junior – I am a reformed liar and want to share my perspective. Confession helped me realize you don’t have to lie. (34:20)
Paulette – My husband died from dementia and began lying years ago when he couldn’t explain events. I now see his lying as a symptom of the disease. (44:08)

 

Resources: 

 

Marriage Unhindered

https://www.marriageunhindered.com/

 

Rekindled Hearts Marriage Bundle

https://relevantradio.store/collections/books/products/marriage-bundle

 

Happy Marriage for Life

https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/

 

Doug explores how lying affects marriages, how to respond, and ways to foster honesty. Listeners share personal experiences, including insights from a recovered liar and the impact of dementia on a spouse&rsquo;s truthfulness.
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Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Junior &ndash; I am a reformed liar and want to share my perspective. Confession helped me realize you don&rsquo;t have to lie. (34:20)</li>
<li>Paulette &ndash; My husband died from dementia and began lying years ago when he couldn&rsquo;t explain events. I now see his lying as a symptom of the disease. (44:08)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Resources: 
&nbsp;
Marriage Unhindered
<a href="https://www.marriageunhindered.com/">https://www.marriageunhindered.com/</a>
&nbsp;
Rekindled Hearts Marriage Bundle
<a href="https://relevantradio.store/collections/books/products/marriage-bundle">https://relevantradio.store/collections/books/products/marriage-bundle</a>
&nbsp;
Happy Marriage for Life
<a href="https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/">https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/</a>
&nbsp;

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