This week felt heavy. With everything going on in the world and the sudden loss of Charlie Kirk, we wanted to sit down and talk honestly about something that every single one of us wrestles with: how do you actually disagree ...
Most marriages don’t blow up with yelling; they drift apart in silence. It’s not the fights that break you, it’s the distance. The conversations you avoid. The nights you scroll instead of talk. The stuff you hold back. Silen...
In this episode of Amplified Marriage , we dive straight into one of those topics that too many couples avoid: sex. Yep, we’re talking about sexual intimacy in marriage. The myths, awkward expectations, and struggles that alm...
In this episode of "Amplified Marriage," we explore the idea of Experiential intimacy in relationships. Remembering our personal stories, such as a chaotic family hike up Spion Kop mountain, we show how shared experiences, both exciting and challenging, can forge closer bonds between us as partners…
In this episode of Amplified Marriage, we explore the intriguing concept of intellectual intimacy within our marriages. We discuss how stepping into each other's intellectual worlds, even when filled with bizarre details or u...
In this next episode of Amplified Marriage, We return after a hiatus to continue our series on the "6 Pillars of Intimacy." As we usher in the new year of 2025, our conversation focuses on an often-overlooked aspect of intimacy in marriage—physical intimacy beyond sexuality. We explain how simple a…
What if you could transform your marriage by mastering the art of emotional intimacy? This episode of Amplified Marriage wants to equip you with the tools to feel truly understood, appreciated, and valued by your partner. Thr...
Join us for a deeper dive into the crucial topic of boundaries in marriage. After a brief hiatus, we back with a fresh perspective and valuable insights to help you strengthen your relationship. This episode explores the phys...
Is balancing your career and personal life possible, or is that just an unrealistic goal? Dive into the complex world of juggling everything without losing your sanity in "Work-Life Balance." Join us as we share their stories...
Is balancing your career and personal life possible, or is that just an unrealistic goal? Dive into the complex world of juggling everything without losing your sanity in "Work-Life Balance." Join us as we share their stories...
This episode of "Amplified Marriage" is all about setting goals for the new year that you can actually achieve. Forget those big, flashy resolutions that are hard to keep. We're talking about real, practical goals that make a difference. We'll share our own stories to show you what's worked for us.…
In this episode of "Amplified Marriage", we discuss the rollercoaster of emotions and experiences that come with the Christmas season. From the rush of shopping for gifts in crowded malls to the glittery decorations in homes and the financial burden, we delve into the often unspoken difficulties of…
In this episode, we tackle the stress of Christmas' commercial side and the high spending it often involves, especially for families with tight budgets. We share personal stories about celebrating Christmas with our young kids when money was tight, giving you a real look at the ups and downs of tho…
In this episode of "Amplified Marriage," Natalie and I explore the real side of love and relationships, which is often quite different from what you see in movies. We talk about how important it is to communicate well, stay committed, and be able to handle changes in your relationship. We address s…
If you've ever felt the tension that arises when your beliefs and actions don't align perfectly, you're not alone. Cognitive dissonance, especially in the realm of relationships and marriage, can be a tricky challenge to overcome. We're going to expose this issue, using a relatable example of finan…
Fear. It's a strong feeling that can really mess with our relationships. Today, we're going to focus on this emotion that people often ignore but can cause a lot of stress. We'll look at the different ways it shows up and how it can create problems. Together, we'll dig deeper to understand how bein…
Do you find yourself constantly battling headaches, struggling with sleep disorders, or dealing with anxiety? What if we told you that unresolved issues in your relationships might be the hidden culprit behind these health pr...
Comparison is a silent killer in marriages. Being compared to someone else is never a good feeling. Comparison will slowly destroy your marriage from the inside out. Join us for part 2 as we take an even deeper look into the...
Comparison is a silent killer in marriages. Being compared to someone else is never a good feeling. Comparison will slowly destroy your marriage from the inside out. Join us for this episode as we take a journey down the road...
Quiet quitting may be trendy but is rarely beneficial. So often in marriage, we can take our partner for granted. When that happens, the downward spiral to "Quietly Quitting" can start. In the second episode of this 2 part s...
Quiet quitting may be trendy but is rarely beneficial. So often in marriage, we can take our partner for granted. When that happens, the downward spiral to "Quietly Quitting" can start. In the first episode, we are kicking o...
WE ARE BACK. After a long break, we are starting up again. This podcast tells you where we have been, what we have been up to, and what we are planning for this next season. We appreciate you hanging with us these last few mo...
Endurance is the new sexy. We talk about enduring in marriage. What it takes to not just survive and endure, but how to thrive. Enduring in marriage is looked down on. What if we shifted our perspective and looked at endurin...
How often do you communicate your expectations to your partner? How often are your expectations crushed? So many times in marriage, the cause of frustration and anger is "Unmet Expectations". We go through our marriage assuming that our partner knows what our expectations are. Take the guesswork ou…
