Bestselling author and comedian KevonStage and his wife, Melissa, hosted a podcast called Marriage Be Hard. But what if we could make marriage easier? Marriage can be hard—but it doesn’t have to feel impossible. In today’s episode, I sat down with Arlene Pellicane, bestselling author of “Marriage Made Easier.” We dove into the real reasons why marriages struggle and discussed how putting in the right kind of effort can transform your relationship from mundane to meaningful. If you want practical, down-to-earth habits for building a joyful, lasting connection, this episode is a must-listen. Check out the full conversation for actionable ways to rebuild and strengthen your marriage, starting today!

Key Topics & Takeaways

• Finding the Joy of Marriage:
  Arlene shares her own positive marriage experience and the importance of fighting for happiness, not just happiness for yourself, but as a shared mission.

• Making Marriage Fun Again:
  Both Arlene and I discuss how couples can rekindle fun and playfulness in their relationships, from date nights to shared hobbies—emphasizing that planned fun is spiritual and necessary.

• Effort Over Easy:
  Marriage isn’t just hard—it’s effort. Just like running a business, great marriages require a plan, intentionality, and regular investment.

• Deciding Values in Advance:
  Arlene advocates for establishing core habits early—like shared meals, device-free table time, and daily rituals—that create connection and security in both marriage and family life.

• Serving When It’s One-Sided:
  For those feeling alone in their effort, Arlene offers encouragement rooted in faith, reminding listeners that their unseen acts are meaningful and seen by God, even when a spouse doesn’t notice.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• Connect with Arlene’s podcast, "Happy Home Podcast," and purchase her book at Marriage Made Easier 

• "How Connected Are You?" Take my free and fun quiz to determine your relationship's true connection at danache.com/partnerquiz 

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