Doug shares the top reasons why people get divorced and gives to ultimate advice to not just avoid divorce, but to have a great marriage.

Listener questions and comments:

• Ellie - Do you have any tips for when we’re struggling with something but don’t communicate it because we’re worried it might seem irrational or unfair to the other person? Sometimes that fear of how it will be perceived can stop us from communicating altogether. (26:28)

Resources:

Marriage Unhindered

https://www.marriageunhindered.com/

Happy Marriage for Life

https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/

Why couples get divorced

1. Poor communication
2. Loss of trust
3. Financial disagreements
4. Emotional neglect (Matrimonial laziness)
5. Unresolved conflict
6. Changing personal goals and lifestyles

The ultimate marriage advice

1. Plan daily prayer for and with your spouse
2. Plan to do a good deed for your spouse every day
3. Apologize and forgive always