Once again, I’ve been an imperfect husband. Unknowingly, over the last several months, I’ve been doing something that has made my wife feel unloved and unimportant. In today’s podcast, you’ll hear us work through the issue together, and see what it looks like to get reconnected again.

Sometimes, my wife comes up with some CRAZY dreams and ideas. It’s in those moments that my true character as her husband is revealed. On today’s podcast, you’ll hear about Shannon’s latest “adventure” and what a joy it was being her biggest cheerleader (minus the pom poms).

Want to work on having a happier marriage while enjoying the beautiful blue waters and white sandy beaches of the Caribbean? Listen in on the conversations from the couples who went on our 2024 Secure Marriage Cruise and hear how their marriages have changed for the better.

Ever had to make a decision which is guaranteed to make at least one person angry, and there’s absolutely nothing you can do to get out of it? On today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, we’ll give you crystal clear instructions on what to do if your friend tells you they’re having an affair, but doesn’t want you to tell their spouse. Buckle up.

What are you supposed to think (or do)when you’ve told your husband for years that you want to be celebrated on your birthday, and he still completely forgets or does lame last-minute things? That’s what we’re tackling on today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast. P.S. We’re also taking a painful walk down memory lane and talking about some of the ways I hurt Shannon because of my deep lack of self-awareness.

Do you know how to get emotionally reconnected after a fight? In today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, we’ll walk you through the secret recipe you need to know that will make your wife’s heart melt with love and affection.

We understand that you get frustrated with your wife and kids at times. But losing control and blowing up on your family does damage that can last for years. In today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, we’ll look at why losing your temper is actually causing more problems than it’s solving, and the two times it’s actually okay to express really strong emotions at your spouse or children.  

If you spend a lot of time beating yourself up internally, chances are you’re pretty critical of everyone else around you, including your spouse.  On today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, we’re exploring how shame becomes a toxic element in your relationship and why it’s important to become the healthiest version of yourself.

Remember the last time you or your spouse blew up in anger during a fight? Remember what they said and how they acted. Now imagine the same fight except without the blow up. How would things have gone differently? How would it have felt. In today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, we’re introducing you to the little known technique that can remove almost all angry outbursts from your relationship.

Shannon and I have committed to doing planks everyday of 2024. So far, we’ve kept our promise despite being sick for the first two weeks of the year. So what does this have to do with marriage? You’ll have to listen to today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast to find out.

Husbands… have you ever woken up and the first thing you realize is, your wife’s really mad at you? Welcome to my world today.  In today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, we’re inviting you into our humor-filled morning of a wife who didn’t get enough sleep. Buckle up!

It’s Christmas Day on the podcast, and out of the goodness of our hearts, we’ll share with you the RIGHT way to pick a Christmas Tree… which obviously is Shannon’s way. 😁 Merry Christmas to everyone who so kindly listens and supports us here at Secure Marriage. Without you, we wouldn’t be able to do what we do.

At some point in your marriage, you’ve probably said (either verbally or internally), “We’re sooooo in love!” And I have no doubt that this was (and maybe still is) true. But being in love will never be enough to have a healthy and secure Marriage. “Why?” I’m so glad you asked. That’s what we’re covering in today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast. P.S., If you’re a husband who’s finally realized you need to do something to rebuild your relationship with you wife,...

When your spouse starts sharing the intimate details of your relationship with other people, it can feel like a major betrayal. It can hurt even more when you find out those other people are extended family members, On today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, we’re exploring the options you have as you work through this tricky situation and suggesting some responses that start to rebuild trust.

In today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, we’re challenging the belief that dating others can inherently strengthen a committed relationship or marriage. We’ll shed light on the emotional risks and potential damage it will inflict on the foundation of love and trust.

If you truly want to be heard whenever you speak, you need make sure your nonverbal communication (posture, attitude, tone, and timing) isn’t sabotaging your message. In today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, you’ll learn why HOW you say things says more about WHAT you’re saying than the actual words you use.

When things are getting bad in your relationship, where’s the line between continuing to fight for the relationship and calling it quits? In today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, we’ll attempt to answer this difficult question as well as explore one of the deeper issues that lead to this question in the first place.

It’s pretty difficult to find resolution when your spouse is trying to avoid any conversation about the topic. It usually leads to frustration, disappointment, and eventually discouragement. Instead of getting mad, in today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, we want to help you understand why they’re withdrawing and show you a better way to respond that leads to productive conversations. 

It’s been a hard week at our house this week. Shannon went through an experience that scared the crap out of me, and my response, as I tried to care for her, was to yell at her. Yes, we know it doesn’t make sense, but in a backwards sort of way, it does. If you want to find out what we’re talking about, listen to today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast.

On today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, we’re going to listen and respond to one the best answers to this question we’ve ever heard. It’s honest. It’s clear. It’s blunt. And, it’s also the truth. Thanks to @discovergrace and @pastormikeadkins on IG for the 30 second clip you’re going to listen to today.

When your spouse is doing something that’s bugging you, the first (and most natural) thing your survival brain tells you to do is to tell them what they’re doing wrong. Of course, you expect they’ll be ever-so-grateful that you told them how wrong they were because, after all, you were just trying to be helpful. On today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, we’ll show you why your “helpful” habit of trying to teach and correct your husband is actually creating bigger problems in...

What do you do when your husband, who is genuinely loving and kind most of the time, admits he finds other women attractive? In today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, we’ll show you how to navigate the variety of confusing feelings and learn how to respond in an appropriate manner.

Realizing you’ve been a less-than-stellar husband to your wife?. On today’s episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, we explore the journey of self-discovery and self-improvement when you’ve finally woken up to your shortcomings as a partner. Whether you’ve recently had this realization or it’s been a long time coming, this episode offers valuable insights on how to become a better spouse and cultivate a healthier, happier marriage.

In this episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, we’ll reveal the things to say and, more importantly, NOT to say  when your wife has “strong feelings”. Learn how to navigate these situations with patience and grace and create a more harmonious and supportive partnership, even when emotions are running high.