How to Deal with a Narcissistic Daughter-in-La

How to deal w/angry wife in a 57 year marriage

Should I tell previous sexual sins to Girlfrie

Gratitude and Thanksgving

How to prevent conflinct in Thanksgiving

Doug answers a letter about a narcissistic daughter-in-law (4:11), how to deal w/an angry wife in a 57-year marriage (21:26), should I tell previous sexual sins to a girlfriend (24:45), gratitude during Thanksgiving (31:27) and how to prevent conflict during Thanksgiving (41:43)

Doug answers a letter about a narcissistic daughter-in-law (4:11), how to deal w/an angry wife in a 57-year marriage (21:26), should I tell previous sexual sins to a girlfriend (24:45), gratitude during Thanksgiving (31:27) and how to prevent conflict during Thanksgiving (41:43)

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

Narcissistic Daughter-in-Law and Thanksgiving Plans

Avoiding Discouragement 

Break 1

Defining Discouragement

Break 2 

How to navigate my divorce 

Friday rant 

Doug takes calls from listeners struggling with discouragement, resentment, and distance in long-term marriages. He offers guidance on staying faithful to your vows and finding hope when relationships feel strained. Plus, the Friday rant! 

 

Listener questions and comments:
Jennifer – My marriage is in despair after 31 years, and my husband is distant and sleeping separately. How do I stay faithful to my vows when things feel so broken? (07:18)
Luara – After 31 years of marriage, I am starting to feel resentment. How do I remember and live out my vows? (19:32)
Tom – I am divorced after 13 years of marriage and have tried therapy multiple times. How do I find healing and move forward? (34:25)

 

Resources:

https://spiritualdirection.com/2026/02/01/avoiding-the-trap-of-discouragement

https://www.forgivenessinstitutekc.com/ 

Doug takes calls from listeners struggling with discouragement, resentment, and distance in long-term marriages. He offers guidance on staying faithful to your vows and finding hope when relationships feel strained. Plus, the Friday rant!&nbsp;
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Listener questions and comments:
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<li data-section-id="wiqj2m" data-start="329" data-end="510">Jennifer &ndash; My marriage is in despair after 31 years, and my husband is distant and sleeping separately. How do I stay faithful to my vows when things feel so broken? (07:18)</li>
<li data-section-id="1n03czc" data-start="511" data-end="636">Luara &ndash; After 31 years of marriage, I am starting to feel resentment. How do I remember and live out my vows? (19:32)</li>
<li data-section-id="zqvvv3" data-start="637" data-end="778">Tom &ndash; I am divorced after 13 years of marriage and have tried therapy multiple times. How do I find healing and move forward? (34:25)</li>
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Resources:
<a href="https://spiritualdirection.com/2026/02/01/avoiding-the-trap-of-discouragement">https://spiritualdirection.com/2026/02/01/avoiding-the-trap-of-discouragement</a>
<a href="https://www.forgivenessinstitutekc.com/">https://www.forgivenessinstitutekc.com/</a>&nbsp;

Avoid the Trap of Discouragement 

The value of a budget

Pensions and saving

Helping college aged kids launch

Break 2

Catholic Legacy

Is money causing stress in your marriage? Today, Doug is joined by Preston Allex to talk through practical ways to manage family finances. They cover why creating a family budget matters and how to support college-aged kids as they transition into independence. They also share the value of Catholic Legacy: Faithful planning for a peaceful tomorrow.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Tony - My wife and I have a big family and we have no credit card or debt but also no savings. We rely on divine providence hoping everything works out month to month, but it’s getting old. What do we do? (19:10)
Kathy - My husband and I paid our kids deposit and rent for a month to help them launch. (31:41)

 

Resources:

Catholic Legacy

https://catholiclegacy.com/

Is money causing stress in your marriage? Today, Doug is joined by Preston Allex to talk through practical ways to manage family finances. They cover why creating a family budget matters and how to support college-aged kids as they transition into independence. They also share the value of Catholic Legacy: Faithful planning for a peaceful tomorrow.
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Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Tony - My wife and I have a big family and we have no credit card or debt but also no savings. We rely on divine providence hoping everything works out month to month, but it&rsquo;s getting old. What do we do? (19:10)</li>
<li>Kathy - My husband and I paid our kids deposit and rent for a month to help them launch. (31:41)</li>
</ul>
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Resources:
Catholic Legacy
<a href="https://catholiclegacy.com/">https://catholiclegacy.com/</a>

Managing Family Finances Together

4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse

Virtues to combat the 4 horsemen

Husband texting multiple women 

Ask your spouse what they need

Doug examines the 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse and the damage they do to a marriage: criticism, contempt stonewalling and defensiveness.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Ray - Can you give the steps of what to do once you meet a girl? (16:37)

Doug examines the 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse and the damage they do to a marriage: criticism, contempt stonewalling and defensiveness.
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Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Ray - Can you give the steps of what to do once you meet a girl? (16:37)</li>
</ul>

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