Welcome back to another episode of the Naked Marriage Podcast with Dave and Ashley Willis! Today, we're diving deep into the heart of marriage with our Back to the Basics series. Join us as we unpack the vow of 'for better or for worse' and get real about the struggles every couple faces. We'll share insights on staying connected, the power of communication, and the beauty of finding silver linings in tough times. Plus, we'll chat about defining cheating, finding gratitude in past challenges, and growing from our mistakes. Stick around to hear about our upcoming speaking gigs too! Let's keep this journey real and raw together! --------------------- Order your copy of Married Into The Family Today: https://store.xomarriage.com/products/married-into-the-family For all links mentioned in the episode & more XO content, visit https://linktr.ee/nakedmarriage --------------------- Takeaways Marriage is not always easy, and every couple will face struggles. Staying connected and communicating are key to navigating the challenges of marriage. Embracing the hard times can lead to growth and intimacy in the relationship. Finding the good in every season and being grateful for past struggles can bring perspective and strength to the marriage. -------------------- Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Series Overview 02:57 The Reality of Struggles in Marriage 09:04 Staying Connected and Communicating 10:02 Embracing the Hard Times 12:11 Finding the Good in Every Season 17:02 Defining Cheating in Marriage 18:17 Being Grateful for Past Struggles 21:00 Learning from Past Mistakes 21:29 Upcoming Speaking Engagements Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices