Rebuilding trust

Break 1

What therapists wish you knew

4 types of love

Break 2

Family dynamics

I've been praying for you

Doug shares 5 things marriage therapists wish couples knew before they got married.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Sarah - How do I build trust with my fiancé after we had something happen that broke it. (3:46)

 

Resources:

Catholic Therapists

https://catholictherapists.com/

 

Catholic Psychotherapy

https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/

 

Hold Me Tight

https://www.amazon.com/Hold-Me-Tight-Conversations-Lifetime/dp/031611300X

 

Things therapists wish you knew
Marriage isn’t a fix for a broken relationship
Love isn’t all you need
You’re marrying their family too
Conflict is inevitable in every relationship
Financial compatibility is critical

Doug shares 5 things marriage therapists wish couples knew before they got married.
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Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Sarah - How do I build trust with my fianc&eacute; after we had something happen that broke it. (3:46)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Resources:
Catholic Therapists
<a href="https://catholictherapists.com/">https://catholictherapists.com/</a>
&nbsp;
Catholic Psychotherapy
<a href="https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/">https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/</a>
&nbsp;
Hold Me Tight
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Hold-Me-Tight-Conversations-Lifetime/dp/031611300X">https://www.amazon.com/Hold-Me-Tight-Conversations-Lifetime/dp/031611300X</a>
&nbsp;
Things therapists wish you knew
<ol>
<li>Marriage isn&rsquo;t a fix for a broken relationship</li>
<li>Love isn&rsquo;t all you need</li>
<li>You&rsquo;re marrying their family too</li>
<li>Conflict is inevitable in every relationship</li>
<li>Financial compatibility is critical</li>
</ol>

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

Rebuilding Trust

Coming back to life

Trauma defined

Growth and grief

Addressing a child's individual trauma

Have you suffered a traumatic event in your life or more specifically your marriage? Today on Marriage Unhindered, Dr. Joyce Mikal-Flynn joins Doug to discuss growing through trauma.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Mary - After suffering physical traumatic injuries how do you deal with doctors who trivialized and dismiss what happened to you? (23:53)
Monica - How do I navigate coping together with my family who have all been affected by child abuse in the home? (35:59)
Deedee - Are there studies on the influence of fathers on young women as far as trauma goes? (43:57)

 

Resources:

 

Dr. Joyce Mikal-Flynn

https://www.metahab.com/

 

 

Have you suffered a traumatic event in your life or more specifically your marriage? Today on Marriage Unhindered, Dr. Joyce Mikal-Flynn joins Doug to discuss growing through trauma.
&nbsp;
Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Mary - After suffering physical traumatic injuries how do you deal with doctors who trivialized and dismiss what happened to you? (23:53)</li>
<li>Monica - How do I navigate coping together with my family who have all been affected by child abuse in the home? (35:59)</li>
<li>Deedee - Are there studies on the influence of fathers on young women as far as trauma goes? (43:57)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Resources:
&nbsp;
Dr. Joyce Mikal-Flynn
<a href="https://www.metahab.com/">https://www.metahab.com/</a>
&nbsp;
&nbsp;

Post-traumatic Growth 

Impact of emotional distance in marriage  

Building emotional safety	

Common causes for emotional distancing 

4 strategies

The power of nonverbal communication 

Spouse wants more kids 

Doug shares the importance of establishing a strong emotional connection in marriage. PLUS: The Friday rant!

 

Listener questions and comments:
Mary - Contraception gets in between a husband and a wife. (8:36)
Anita - Everything you are saying are things I've said to my husband. I feel like I've been so distant. (22:43)
Lorraine - Would you agree that once the honeymoon is over that you should make an effort to think 'what would my life be without them?' Be grateful. My husband died and now I’m grateful for the time I had with him. (46:01)

 

Resources:

 

Marriage Unhindered

https://www.marriageunhindered.com/

 

Happy Marriage for Life

https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/

 

The Gift of NaPro Technology

https://relevantradio.com/2025/03/the-gift-of-napro-technology/

 

4 Strategies for rebuilding emotional intimacy
Prioritize purposeful communication
Reignite shared interests and activities
Integrate rituals of connection into your daily routine
Embrace the power of nonverbal communication

Doug shares the importance of establishing a strong emotional connection in marriage. PLUS: The Friday rant!
&nbsp;
Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Mary - Contraception gets in between a husband and a wife. (8:36)</li>
<li>Anita - Everything you are saying are things I've said to my husband. I feel like I've been so distant. (22:43)</li>
<li>Lorraine - Would you agree that once the honeymoon is over that you should make an effort to think 'what would my life be without them?' Be grateful. My husband died and now I&rsquo;m grateful for the time I had with him. (46:01)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Resources:
&nbsp;
Marriage Unhindered
<a href="https://www.marriageunhindered.com/">https://www.marriageunhindered.com/</a>
&nbsp;
Happy Marriage for Life
<a href="https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/">https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/</a>
&nbsp;
The Gift of NaPro Technology
<a href="https://relevantradio.com/2025/03/the-gift-of-napro-technology/">https://relevantradio.com/2025/03/the-gift-of-napro-technology/</a>
&nbsp;
4 Strategies for rebuilding emotional intimacy
<ol>
<li>Prioritize purposeful communication</li>
<li>Reignite shared interests and activities</li>
<li>Integrate rituals of connection into your daily routine</li>
<li>Embrace the power of nonverbal communication</li>
</ol>

Building Emotional Safety

My girlfriend broke up with me

Living with a hoarder

Practical tips for living with a hoarder

Can AI help your marriage?

Was my marriage valid?

Light a candle at dinner 

Why do break ups happen? How do you live with a hoarder? Can AI improve your marriage? Doug goes to the mailbag answering these questions and more.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Christine - I want to give you a solution: A friend of mine said that they made a very small area and her husband could be messy there. (17:41)
Mike - I am a hoarder and I would like to tell you how it is good. (28:56)
Rita - I am a retired therapist and my suggestion is that for the things you feel you can’t throw away, taking pictures help. (30:51)
Ken - I have a first communion garment that I don’t want to give to my nephew. Am I a hoarder for this? (35:00)
Jason - I think AI is a good mediator. It’s like a father but doesn’t get mad. (37:00)
Mike - It depends how you use the AI. If you put in negative prompts it will skew towards what it thinks you want. (37:50)

 

Resources:

 

Marriage Unhindered

https://www.marriageunhindered.com/

 

International OCD Foundation

https://iocdf.org/

 

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

https://www.nami.org/

Why do break ups happen? How do you live with a hoarder? Can AI improve your marriage? Doug goes to the mailbag answering these questions and more.
&nbsp;
Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Christine - I want to give you a solution: A friend of mine said that they made a very small area and her husband could be messy there. (17:41)</li>
<li>Mike - I am a hoarder and I would like to tell you how it is good. (28:56)</li>
<li>Rita - I am a retired therapist and my suggestion is that for the things you feel you can&rsquo;t throw away, taking pictures help. (30:51)</li>
<li>Ken - I have a first communion garment that I don&rsquo;t want to give to my nephew. Am I a hoarder for this? (35:00)</li>
<li>Jason - I think AI is a good mediator. It&rsquo;s like a father but doesn&rsquo;t get mad. (37:00)</li>
<li>Mike - It depends how you use the AI. If you put in negative prompts it will skew towards what it thinks you want. (37:50)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Resources:
&nbsp;
Marriage Unhindered
<a href="https://www.marriageunhindered.com/">https://www.marriageunhindered.com/</a>
&nbsp;
International OCD Foundation
<a href="https://iocdf.org/">https://iocdf.org/</a>
&nbsp;
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
<a href="https://www.nami.org/">https://www.nami.org/</a>

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