What happens when an early bird marries a night owl? Opposite sleep schedules can make even the strongest marriages feel a little out of sync. But here’s the good news: with a few intentional habits, couples can stay connected, whether one of you is most awake at sunrise and the other at midnight.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:
Why going to bed at the same time matters (and how to make it happen)
How to avoid “mismatched talk time” when one of you is chatty and the other isn’t
Smart ways to protect quality time, even when energy levels peak at different hours
Practical habits that help early birds and night owls thrive together

US TIME CHALLENGE

This week, pick one shared evening activity to enjoy together. It could be watching a show, playing cards, reading side by side, or taking a walk after dinner. The goal? Build a simple habit of connection, no matter what your schedules look like.

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LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
“Rise and shine: the daily routines of history’s most creative minds” by Oliver Burkeman (https://www.theguardian.com/science/2013/oct/05/daily-rituals-creative-minds-mason-currey)
“Do you have a morning routine? Here’s how some historic figures started their day” by Parissa DJangi (https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/morning-routine-history-marcus-aurelius-ben-franklin)
“7 Things Night Owls Do that Morning People Will Never Understand” by Melanie Curtin (https://www.inc.com/melanie-curtin/7-things-night-owls-do-that-morning-people-will-never-understand.html)
“12 Daily Routines of Famous People in History—And What You Should Take from Each” by Brianna Wiest (https://thoughtcatalog.com/brianna-wiest/2015/11/12-daily-routines-of-famous-people-in-history-and-what-you-should-take-from-each/)
“17 people who prove you don’t have to be a morning person to be successful” by Rachel Gillett (https://www.businessinsider.com/successful-people-who-arent-morning-people-2016-10)
“There Are 6 Human Chronotypes, Not Just Morning Larks And Night Owls, Study Says” by Peter Dockrill (https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-say-there-are-6-human-chronotypes-not-just-morning-people-and-night-owls)
“I’m a Night Owl Married to an Early Bird. Here’s How We Make It Work” by Adam Bulger (https://www.fatherly.com/life/night-owl-early-bird-couples-how-they-adpated)

 

What happens when an early bird marries a night owl? Opposite sleep schedules can make even the strongest marriages feel a little out of sync. But here&rsquo;s the good news: with a few intentional habits, couples can stay connected, whether one of you is most awake at sunrise and the other at midnight.
WHAT YOU&rsquo;LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:
<ul>
<li>Why going to bed at the same time matters (and how to make it happen)</li>
<li>How to avoid &ldquo;mismatched talk time&rdquo; when one of you is chatty and the other isn&rsquo;t</li>
<li>Smart ways to protect quality time, even when energy levels peak at different hours</li>
<li>Practical habits that help early birds and night owls thrive together</li>
</ul>
US TIME CHALLENGE
This week, pick one shared evening activity to enjoy together. It could be watching a show, playing cards, reading side by side, or taking a walk after dinner. The goal? Build a simple habit of connection, no matter what your schedules look like.
STAY CONNECTED BEYOND THE PODCAST
Want more encouragement and practical tools for your marriage? Sign up for our email newsletter at AshleighSlater.com to get fresh insights, resources, and updates on new episodes delivered straight to your inbox.
LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;Rise and shine: the daily routines of history&rsquo;s most creative minds&rdquo; by Oliver Burkeman&nbsp;(<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/science/2013/oct/05/daily-rituals-creative-minds-mason-currey">https://www.theguardian.com/science/2013/oct/05/daily-rituals-creative-minds-mason-currey</a>)</li>
<li>&ldquo;Do you have a morning routine? Here&rsquo;s how some historic figures started their day&rdquo; by Parissa DJangi (<a href="https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/morning-routine-history-marcus-aurelius-ben-franklin">https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/morning-routine-history-marcus-aurelius-ben-franklin</a>)</li>
<li>&ldquo;7 Things Night Owls Do that Morning People Will Never Understand&rdquo; by Melanie Curtin (<a href="https://www.inc.com/melanie-curtin/7-things-night-owls-do-that-morning-people-will-never-understand.html">https://www.inc.com/melanie-curtin/7-things-night-owls-do-that-morning-people-will-never-understand.html</a>)</li>
<li>&ldquo;12 Daily Routines of Famous People in History&mdash;And What You Should Take from Each&rdquo; by Brianna Wiest (<a href="https://thoughtcatalog.com/brianna-wiest/2015/11/12-daily-routines-of-famous-people-in-history-and-what-you-should-take-from-each/">https://thoughtcatalog.com/brianna-wiest/2015/11/12-daily-routines-of-famous-people-in-history-and-what-you-should-take-from-each/</a>)</li>
<li>&ldquo;17 people who prove you don&rsquo;t have to be a morning person to be successful&rdquo; by Rachel Gillett (<a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/successful-people-who-arent-morning-people-2016-10">https://www.businessinsider.com/successful-people-who-arent-morning-people-2016-10</a>)</li>
<li>&ldquo;There Are 6 Human Chronotypes, Not Just Morning Larks And Night Owls, Study Says&rdquo; by Peter Dockrill (<a href="https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-say-there-are-6-human-chronotypes-not-just-morning-people-and-night-owls">https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-say-there-are-6-human-chronotypes-not-just-morning-people-and-night-owls</a>)</li>
<li>&ldquo;I&rsquo;m a Night Owl Married to an Early Bird. Here&rsquo;s How We Make It Work&rdquo; by Adam Bulger&nbsp;(<a href="https://www.fatherly.com/life/night-owl-early-bird-couples-how-they-adpated">https://www.fatherly.com/life/night-owl-early-bird-couples-how-they-adpated</a>)</li>
</ul>
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The best marriages have a teamwork mentality. Spouses serve each other, support each other, and celebrate each other. They tackle life together, and when one slips, the other gives grace. Husbands and wives can be vulnerable with each other because they know they rise and fall as one.

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Whether you’re newly married and desire to build a strong foundation, or you’ve been married longer and your relationship needs a little TLC, you’ll gain practical, realistic ideas for strengthening your Team Us.

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The best marriages have a teamwork mentality. Spouses serve each other, support each other, and celebrate each other. They tackle life together, and when one slips, the other gives grace. Husbands and wives can be vulnerable with each other because they know they rise and fall as one. Do you want a marriage like this? On each episode of the Team Us: Christian Marriage Podcast, married couple Ted and Ashleigh Slater come alongside you and your spouse as friends and mentors. They talk openly, honestly, and humorously about the betters and the worsts of their marriage, sharing how grace, commitment, cooperation, and lots of laughter have kept them united over the years. Whether you&rsquo;re newly married and desire to build a strong foundation, or you&rsquo;ve been married longer and your relationship needs a little TLC, you&rsquo;ll gain practical, realistic ideas for strengthening your Team Us.
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The best marriages have a teamwork mentality. Spouses serve each other, support each other, and celebrate each other. They tackle life together, and when one slips, the other gives grace. Husbands and wives can be vulnerable with each other because...

Team Us: A Christian Marriage Podcast

The best marriages have a teamwork mentality. Spouses serve each other, support each other, and celebrate each other. They tackle life together, and when one slips, the other gives grace. Husbands and wives can be vulnerable with each other because they know they rise and fall as one.

Do you want a marriage like this? On each episode of the Team Us: Christian Marriage Podcast, married couple Ted and Ashleigh Slater come alongside you and your spouse as friends and mentors. They talk openly, honestly, and humorously about the betters and the worsts of their marriage, sharing how grace, commitment, cooperation, and lots of laughter have kept them united over the years.

Whether you’re newly married and desire to build a strong foundation, or you’ve been married longer and your relationship needs a little TLC, you’ll gain practical, realistic ideas for strengthening your Team Us.

Want more from Ted and Ashleigh? Visit https://ashleighslater.com/

The best marriages have a teamwork mentality. Spouses serve each other, support each other, and celebrate each other. They tackle life together, and when one slips, the other gives grace. Husbands and wives can be vulnerable with each other because they know they rise and fall as one. Do you want a marriage like this? On each episode of the Team Us: Christian Marriage Podcast, married couple Ted and Ashleigh Slater come alongside you and your spouse as friends and mentors. They talk openly, honestly, and humorously about the betters and the worsts of their marriage, sharing how grace, commitment, cooperation, and lots of laughter have kept them united over the years. Whether you&rsquo;re newly married and desire to build a strong foundation, or you&rsquo;ve been married longer and your relationship needs a little TLC, you&rsquo;ll gain practical, realistic ideas for strengthening your Team Us.
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