About this episode

The episode discusses the unfiltered truth about marriage and the challenges it presents.

For the month of December, we’re replaying our top 5 episodes of the year—this one comes in at number 4: In this episode, we discuss the unfiltered truth about marriage and why it’s not for the faint of heart. We challenge the fairy tale narratives, explore why real love often feels like a battle, and reveal what makes it all worth it. Whether you're in the trenches of commitment or preparing for the road ahead, this conversation will help you navigate the struggles and come out stronger. Are you a therapist or clergy? Upgrade your toolkit and earn 3.5 CE hours with our $99 course on providing ⁠ethical faith-informed therapy with Christian couples.

People in this episode

Hosts: Dale Pickett, David Buruchara

Topics covered

• marriage
• commitment
• love
• relationships
• therapy

Keywords

• marriage
• commitment
• love
• relationships
• therapy
• struggles
• faith-informed therapy

Sponsors

ethical faith-informed therapy course

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Christian couples

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