Pope Leo on Happiness  

Howto be Happy No Matter What

Dan on ho happines is a moral obligation 

Four Levels of Happines 

Doug talks about how to find true happiness in life.  

Dan-I think happiness is a moral obligation and it's a choice. (12:57) 

Resources:

Fr. Robert Spitzer, "Four Levels of Happiness": https://sophiainstitute.com/product/the-four-levels-of-happiness/
How to be Happy No Matter What: https://aleteia.org/2021/01/25/how-to-be-happy-no-matter-what-happens/
Country singer Sarah Evans renewed marriage:  https://people.com/sara-evans-renewed-marriage-to-jay-barker-is-what-she-dreamed-exclusive-12208050

Doug talks about how to find true happiness in life.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Dan-I think happiness is a moral obligation and it's a choice. (12:57)&nbsp;
Resources:
Fr. Robert Spitzer, "Four Levels of Happiness":&nbsp;<a href="https://sophiainstitute.com/product/the-four-levels-of-happiness/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">https://sophiainstitute.com/product/the-four-levels-of-happiness/</a> How to be Happy No Matter What: <a href="https://aleteia.org/2021/01/25/how-to-be-happy-no-matter-what-happens/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">https://aleteia.org/2021/01/25/how-to-be-happy-no-matter-what-happens/</a> Country singer Sarah Evans renewed marriage:&nbsp; <a href="https://people.com/sara-evans-renewed-marriage-to-jay-barker-is-what-she-dreamed-exclusive-12208050" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">https://people.com/sara-evans-renewed-marriage-to-jay-barker-is-what-she-dreamed-exclusive-12208050</a>

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 Monday through Friday at 5PM 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 Monday through Friday at 5PM CT, and will offer listeners an authentic journey into the complexities of marital relationships.

Marriage Unhindered

True Happiness in Life 

Finding a good school

Inappropriate chat group

Traits a woman should look for in a man

Break

Inspiring personal growth

Traits a man should look for in a woman

Disappointment test

Doug shares what a woman should look for in a future husband and what a man should look for in a future wife.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Mary - Is it appropriate for my husband to remain in a WhatsApp group where coworkers share inappropriate content and videos involving other women, especially after I have expressed that it makes me uncomfortable, and he refuses to leave the group? (10:30)

 

Resources:

Happy Marriage for Life

https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/

 

Traits a woman should look for in a man
He should be clear about his intentions
He should be protective of you
He should be faithful both online and off
He should encourage you to be a better person
He should believe that marriage is for life

Traits a man should look for in a woman
Look for honesty and integrity
Look for emotional stability
Look for kindness and respect
Look for the capacity to sacrifice
Look for shared faith and shared vision of life

Doug shares what a woman should look for in a future husband and what a man should look for in a future wife.
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Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Mary - Is it appropriate for my husband to remain in a WhatsApp group where coworkers share inappropriate content and videos involving other women, especially after I have expressed that it makes me uncomfortable, and he refuses to leave the group? (10:30)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Resources:
Happy Marriage for Life
<a href="https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/">https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/</a>
&nbsp;
Traits a woman should look for in a man
<ol>
<li>He should be clear about his intentions</li>
<li>He should be protective of you</li>
<li>He should be faithful both online and off</li>
<li>He should encourage you to be a better person</li>
<li>He should believe that marriage is for life</li>
</ol>
Traits a man should look for in a woman
<ol>
<li>Look for honesty and integrity</li>
<li>Look for emotional stability</li>
<li>Look for kindness and respect</li>
<li>Look for the capacity to sacrifice</li>
<li>Look for shared faith and shared vision of life</li>
</ol>

Traits of a Good Future Spouse

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Quick Review

Celebrating our children

Faith, Prayer, Praise, and Gratitude

Monica Hinderer joins Doug to share how parents alienate their adult children without knowing it.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Maria - As a single mother raising a son with special needs, I give God thanks for every blessing, every milestone, and every victory. Through prayer, praise, and unconditional love, I lift my son up and remind him daily that he is wonderfully made, deeply loved, and has a purpose. (27:47)
Rudy - Sometimes it takes a third person to bring family back together. After a falling-out, my brother and nephew became estranged, and the hurt was so deep that my nephew didn't invite his uncle to his wedding. (40:01)
Deedee - Monica, I truly admire your insight and wisdom. I look forward to hearing your thoughts on how we can recognize our own parenting patterns and grow from them. (44:24)

 

Resources:

Monica Hinderer

https://www.monicahinderer.com/

 

Marriage Unhindered

https://www.marriageunhindered.com/

 

Happy Marriage for Life

https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/

 

Catholic Therapists

https://catholictherapists.com/

 

Catholic Psychotherapy

https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/

Monica Hinderer joins Doug to share how parents alienate their adult children without knowing it.
&nbsp;
Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Maria - As a single mother raising a son with special needs, I give God thanks for every blessing, every milestone, and every victory. Through prayer, praise, and unconditional love, I lift my son up and remind him daily that he is wonderfully made, deeply loved, and has a purpose. (27:47)</li>
<li>Rudy - Sometimes it takes a third person to bring family back together. After a falling-out, my brother and nephew became estranged, and the hurt was so deep that my nephew didn't invite his uncle to his wedding. (40:01)</li>
<li>Deedee - Monica, I truly admire your insight and wisdom. I look forward to hearing your thoughts on how we can recognize our own parenting patterns and grow from them. (44:24)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Resources:
Monica Hinderer
<a href="https://www.monicahinderer.com/">https://www.monicahinderer.com/</a>
&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;
Catholic Therapists
<a href="https://catholictherapists.com/">https://catholictherapists.com/</a>
&nbsp;
Catholic Psychotherapy
<a href="https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/">https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/</a>

Lifting Up Our Children

Pray for vocations

Attraction from the start

Drifting apart

Break 

Husband left for another woman

Healing though Mary's intercession  

Imitating Christ's love for us

Doug unpacks a case study from Leila Miller’s book, Impossible Marriages Redeemed. The marriage began with strong attraction, but after having children, the husband gradually drifted away and eventually left his wife for another woman.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Chris - I’m going through a difficult time in my 11-year marriage. We have three young children, ages 7, 5, and 2. How can I keep my heart from becoming hardened, grow personally, and work toward improving my marriage? (17:00)

 

Resources:

 

Impossible Marriages Redeemed

https://www.leilamiller.net/impossiblemarriagesredeemedpdf

 

Marriage Unhindered

https://www.marriageunhindered.com/

 

Happy Marriage for Life

https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/

 

Catholic Therapists

https://catholictherapists.com/

 

Catholic Psychotherapy

https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/

Doug unpacks a case study from Leila Miller&rsquo;s book, Impossible Marriages Redeemed. The marriage began with strong attraction, but after having children, the husband gradually drifted away and eventually left his wife for another woman.
&nbsp;
Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Chris - I&rsquo;m going through a difficult time in my 11-year marriage. We have three young children, ages 7, 5, and 2. How can I keep my heart from becoming hardened, grow personally, and work toward improving my marriage? (17:00)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Resources:
&nbsp;
Impossible Marriages Redeemed
<a href="https://www.leilamiller.net/impossiblemarriagesredeemedpdf">https://www.leilamiller.net/impossiblemarriagesredeemedpdf</a>
&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;
Catholic Therapists
<a href="https://catholictherapists.com/">https://catholictherapists.com/</a>
&nbsp;
Catholic Psychotherapy
<a href="https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/">https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/</a>

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