Episode 151: Making Marriage Easier: Week 1 with Arlene Pellicane
About this episode
This episode features Arlene Pellicane discussing practical ways to improve marriage through small daily actions.
If you've ever looked at your marriage and thought, We're fine... but this could be better, this two-part series is for you. Today, Arlene Pellicane reminds us that small actions repeated over time create big results and that healthy marriages are usually strengthened—or weakened—not by dramatic moments, but by the little things we do every day. Arlene shares some surprisingly doable ways to create more connection in everyday life, including the importance of putting down your phone, having realistic expectations, and learning how to cheer each other on. We also discuss the power of pre-deciding —making intentional choices ahead of time about how you'll prioritize your marriage before life gets busy and distractions take over. We also discuss why so many couples drift into roommate mode and the surprising power of simple appreciation. Whether you're newly married, celebrating decades together, or somewhere in the middle of raising kids and juggling responsibilities, this episode is full of practical encouragement. Be sure to come back next week for part two of this conversation with Arlene, where we'll continue exploring simple ways to make marriage easier, stronger, and more…
People in this episode
Host: Cynthia Yanof
Guest: Arlene Pellicane
Topics covered
- marriage
- relationships
- communication
- parenting
- intentional choices
Keywords
- marriage
- connection
- communication
- intentional choices
- appreciation
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Making Marriage Easier by Arlene Pellicane, The Happy Home Podcast with Arlene Pellicane
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