I Think I Love My Wife

In this episode (Matchmaking as a Service), I discuss with Brooke Fitzpatrick, the founder of Mosaic Matchmaking, and learn about her business, how she got started, and how she coaches singles as well as matches them with viable candidates. We talk about what she's hearing from both men and women who are trying to find love. She highlights the importance of taking some risks while dating and what comes with the territory of putting your heart out there. We learn about her philosophy when it comes to matchmaking and what happens to people that join her database. For more information on Mosiac Matchmaking to go https://mosaicmatchmaking.com/ and follow on IG at @mosaicmatchmaking This episode is sponsored by Nelo Effect, a coaching and consulting service that helps people turn mindfulness into action as they navigate the dating world as well as in their relationships. Learn more at https://neloeffect.com/dating-relationship-advising/  We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don't forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and Facebook. Send questions or topics you'd like us to discuss.

In this episode (Marriage is extremely dynamic), I wrap up my conversation with a guy who’s met his partner in Vegas while visiting from another country and examine his journey to marriage and fatherhood. We talk about the importance of making space and time for yourself, especially in a relationship. We discuss finances and allocating money for your personal hobbies and individual needs. We highlight the intentionality required to keep the spark alive in a marriage. We dive deep on balancing emotions and understanding which ones to project out, because everything doesn’t need to be shared. We uncover some of the unique feelings that come from fatherhood. We break down some of the misconceptions of marriage and how critical timing is to meeting the right partner. We wrap up with our thoughts on what people are truly looking for in a partner and our perspective on dating women with children. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Check out our sponsor - Sharper Services, an ACN Independent Business Owner, for your one-stop shop for all of your residential and business utility needs. Sharper Services can help you put extra money back in your pocket each month. Check out their offers at www.sharperservices.com or text “Think Love Wife” to 214-997-4205 for a quote on these free services.  Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!  

In this episode (Stick to your guns), I continue my conversation with a guy who’s met his partner in Vegas while visiting from another country and examine his journey to marriage and fatherhood. We talk about the male ego and when we need to check it. We discuss the attractiveness of women who can take charge and the importance of seeing your partner actively make an effort towards the things you ask for. We uncover the blessings that going through seasons early in a relationship can provide. We explain how personal issues can impact the way a man progresses in his relationship and the communication required to overcome. We share how some men deal with break up and view taking the necessary steps forward. We break down how the feeling of “knowing” you’re with the right person can trump some of the rigid rules we have, typical protocol we like to follow, and the desired data points we like to gather. We highlight how people are typically checking for things on the margin when it’s not an instant or automatic fit / connection. We wrap up with a discussion on balancing the time it takes to cultivate a strong foundation with the expected pace to get to commitment and exclusivity. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Check out our sponsor - Sharper Services, an ACN Independent Business Owner, for your one-stop shop for all of your residential and business utility needs. Sharper Services can help you put extra money back in your pocket each month. Check out their offers at www.sharperservices.com or text “Think Love Wife” to 214-997-4205 for a quote on these free services.  Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (It’s about opportunity and access), I start my conversation with a guy who’s met his partner in Vegas, while visiting from another country and examine his journey to marriage and fatherhood. We talk about the adaptability required in a relationship, especially with long distance. We discuss women being risk averse and how expectations can lead to disappointment. We explain leverage dynamics and how it tends to change hands over the course of a relationship. We highlight the need for people to be authentic to themselves and for men to be more intentional about matching their actions with actions with how they feel about a woman. We dive deep in the value of having time apart from your partner. We describe some of the mental notes that men take when interacting with a woman and how much we evaluate the way a woman responds to things. We uncover why men are sometimes hesitant to move a relationship forward. We also share our thoughts on dealing with rejection and the things that can make guys feel less of a man. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Check out our sponsor - Sharper Services, an ACN Independent Business Owner, for your one-stop shop for all of your residential and business utility needs. Sharper Services can help you put extra money back in your pocket each month. Check out their offers at www.sharperservices.com or text “Think Love Wife” to 214-997-4205 for a quote on these free services.  Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (It wasn’t a full court press), I continue my conversation with a guy I’ve known for 20+ years, who’s been remarried, and examine his journey towards finding love with the right person. We talk about the mixed messages that “courting” can send a woman in certain situations and how it can look like a full court press when it’s not really one. We explain how men may react differently to a woman giving him what feels like demands. We discuss the differences between stating expectations and demanding them. We uncover the importance of showing your partner you support them. We highlight a key reason why it’s important to celebrate marriage by having a wedding. He challenges my beliefs with his meaning behind opening a car door for a woman. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Check out our sponsor - Sharper Services, an ACN Independent Business Owner, for your one-stop shop for all of your residential and business utility needs. Sharper Services can help you put extra money back in your pocket each month. Check out their offers at www.sharperservices.com or text “Think Love Wife” to 214-997-4205 for a quote on these free services.  Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (I was definitely on her B-Team), I start my conversation with a guy I’ve known for 20+ years, who’s been remarried, and examine his journey towards finding love with the right person. We talk about the desire to hedge even though we have something good right in front of us. We discuss how some people get married and not know the real reasons why. We dive deep in navigating the feelings, reflection, and next steps associated with getting a divorce. We show how men still have to be persistent and take chances even when we are not being prioritized in the dating phase. We explain specific situations where men aren’t trying to be friends with women. We uncover why some men are relationship guys and why they typically find themselves in one. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Check out our sponsor - Sharper Services, an ACN Independent Business Owner, for your one-stop shop for all of your residential and business utility needs. Sharper Services can help you put extra money back in your pocket each month. Check out their offers at www.sharperservices.com or text “Think Love Wife” to 214-997-4205 for a quote on these free services.  Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!  

In this episode (She taught me how to love), I continue my conversation with the father of a friend, who's been married for almost 30 years, and examine his journey towards getting married at a young age and his personal growth over time. We discuss the importance of developing a solid relationship with the in-laws. We talk about the perspective of treating your marriage like a family business. We share our thoughts on navigating the process to identify areas of improvement in a relationship. We highlight the mindshift and lessons learned in becoming a husband and a father at the same time. We explain the importance of showing up for your partner, especially during critical seasons of life. We dive deep on the need to accept family and cultural norms that your partner may have. We also uncover the lasting impact that being affectionate can have on children and how that’s something that some men have to actively work on. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Check out our sponsor - Sharper Services, an ACN Independent Business Owner, for your one-stop shop for all of your residential and business utility needs. Sharper Services can help you put extra money back in your pocket each month. Check out their offers at www.sharperservices.com or text “Think Love Wife” to 214-997-4205 for a quote on these free services.  Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (Marriage is a job), I start a conversation with the father of a friend, who's been married for almost 30 years, and examine his journey towards getting married at a young age and his personal growth over time. We share thoughts on how your perspective on relationships can change when a child is on the way. We talk about dating versus courting and how it looks different when a woman checks all of your boxes. We highlight the ways guys look at dating and the categories we put women in. We discuss the importance for guys to be honest upfront and express why it’s valuable to have a “what I can do for you” perspective instead of a “what are you doing for me” mindset. We uncover ways to build trust with a man and lessons learned about communication. We also explain the mental notes that men take in their interactions with women. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Check out our sponsor - Sharper Services, an ACN Independent Business Owner, for your one-stop shop for all of your residential and business utility needs. Sharper Services can help you put extra money back in your pocket each month. Check out their offers at www.sharperservices.com or text “Think Love Wife” to 214-997-4205 for a quote on these free services.  Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (It’s a constant recalibration), I wrap my conversation with a friend, who's been married for 17 years, and examine his journey towards marriage with his high school “crush” and the obstacles and challenges they have faced while dating and in marriage. We talk about the role money plays in their relationship and how they do finances. We discuss how maturity on both sides changes with age. We highlight the importance of having your partner’s support. We explain what it means to be a man in the context of being a husband and a father. We uncover how to demonstrate leadership in a household with an alpha woman. We also talk about how to navigate the things your partner wants you to do versus what your natural inclination is. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Check out our sponsor - Sharper Services, an ACN Independent Business Owner, for your one-stop shop for all of your residential and business utility needs. Sharper Services can help you put extra money back in your pocket each month. Check out their offers at www.sharperservices.com or text “Think Love Wife” to 214-997-4205 for a quote on these free services.  Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (Men are mad emotional), I continue my conversation with a friend, who's been married for 17 years, and examine his journey towards marriage with his high school “crush” and the obstacles and challenges they have faced while dating and in marriage. We talk about dating versus courting and recognizing red flags. We discuss navigating the clock and condensed timelines that women have. We go deep on the strain that a lack of intimacy can put on a relationship. We highlight some of the lessons learned from seeing a counselor. We explain how people have different sex drives and how to find common ground. We explain why type A men are often attracted to type A women. We reveal the 95/5 rule and uncover how it plays out in a marriage. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Check out our sponsor - Sharper Services, an ACN Independent Business Owner, for your one-stop shop for all of your residential and business utility needs. Sharper Services can help you put extra money back in your pocket each month. Check out their offers at www.sharperservices.com or text “Think Love Wife” to 214-997-4205 for a quote on these free services.  Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!!

In this episode (I’m a friend zone survivor), I start a conversation with a friend, who's been married for 17 years, and examine his journey towards marriage with his high school "crush” and the obstacles and challenges they have faced while dating and in marriage. We talk about falling in love with your best friend and the importance of having a partner that is self-sufficient. We discuss navigating the digital era as well as how it’s changed the way people date and interact. We uncover some valuable lessons learned from being friend zoned. We highlight the value of getting dating experience and the growth that can come from that. We go deep on how a man can be in love but not be ready for marriage as well as how to navigate those feelings. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Check out our sponsor - Sharper Services, an ACN Independent Business Owner, for your one-stop shop for all of your residential and business utility needs. Sharper Services can help you put extra money back in your pocket each month. Check out their offers at www.sharperservices.com or text “Think Love Wife” to 214-997-4205 for a quote on these free services.  Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!  

In this episode (Putting my feelings aside), I wrap up my conversation exploring love and relationship as I talk to a friend, who's been married for 7 years, and examine his journey towards marriage and how he and his wife have handled various challenges and adventures. We talk about the role money can have in a relationship. We discuss what the vows of marriage mean and the value of doing life with someone who understands you. We highlight different communication pro tips. We dive deep on the topic of children. We explain what the process is like and having to navigate issues that may come up with trying to get pregnant. We break down the factors involved with having a child and the role a man can have with pregnancy issues. We also uncover some of the consequences of being prideful. And we end on the importance of being a support system for your partner. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Check out our sponsor - Sharper Services, an ACN Independent Business Owner, your one-stop shop for all of your residential and business utility needs. Sharper Services can help you put extra money back in your pocket each month. Check out their offers at www.sharperservices.com or text “Think Love Wife” to 214-997-4205 for a quote on these free services.  Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (Casting unnecessary blame), I continue my conversation exploring love and relationship as I talk to a friend, who's been married for 7 years, and examine his journey towards marriage and how he and his wife have handled various challenges and adventures. We talk about contemplating divorce and the things that led to that like communication issues, aligning on love languages, as well as the domino effect that it can cause. He explains how him and his wife got over the hump of wanting a divorce. We discuss the need men have to control things and in some cases force the things they want. We unpack the various levels of intimacy and why all of them matter. We look at the blame associated with a lack of intimacy, dealing with tension points, and the after effect of constant friction. We also go over his decision to move to another country for his wife, the decision making process for that, and the importance of having the right support system.  We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (We tend to proceed before acknowledging), I explore navigating a relationship through marriage, tough career decisions, and intentions to grow a family. I talk to a friend, who's been married for 7 years, and examine his journey towards marriage and how he and his wife have handled various challenges and adventures.  We discuss the sacrifices made for a long distance relationship and the collective critical decision making points that come up. We go further to talk through making the decision to move to be close to a partner before having real certainty in the relationship. We uncover the power of acknowledgement, especially as it pertains to your partner’s feelings. We talk through his decision to propose and trying to determine if she was the right person for him. We go deep in the internal evaluation of being prepared to be someone’s husband and ability to be a good husband. We highlight the lessons learned like having patience and that all issues won’t be resolved immediately as well as the continuous work marriage takes. He explains how important it is to work on yourself first, the various happiness levels he’s experienced in his marriage, and the moments when he had serious thoughts of filing for divorce.   We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (How do I out serve her), I wrap my conversation with a friend, who's been married for 5 years, and examine his journey towards marriage and how he and his wife have navigated challenging times.  We discuss service leadership in a relationship and the mentality to out serve your partner. We talk about the roles and responsibilities in the household and the importance of having a partner that will hold you accountable. We debate the perception of the term “head of household” and why it might be outdated. I inquire about creating space for your wife to find and have a voice in the relationship. We go deep on how to balance the business of the relationship with the romance in the relationship. We end the conversation around the idea of maturity, what that means, and the importance of time management to balance areas we invest our energy in. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (The little things add up), I continue my conversation with a friend, who's been married for 5 years, and examine his journey towards marriage and how he and his wife have navigated challenging times.   We discuss evaluating someone as a wife versus a girlfriend and the difference between dating and courting. We talk about how he made his long distance relationship work and the grace required to be successful. We go deep to understand the benefits and concerns brought on from being in a long distance relationship as well as key things to consider when deciding who should move. I push hard to understand how he navigated living with someone for the first time and getting through the first year of marriage. I also get his thoughts on pre-marital counseling and learn about how going to a marriage counselor helped save his marriage.   We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends.   Looking for a couples or marriage counselor, check out Marquita Y. Clay. She is the counselor referenced in this episode and is based in Dallas, TX, but also does online sessions.   Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (You wasted her time), I explore the feelings that stem from trying to be strong amidst a pandemic and after the #GeorgeFloyd murder. I talk to a friend, who's been married for 5 years, and examine his journey towards marriage and how he and his wife have navigated challenging times.   We discuss the pressure that men feel to be strong for their partner and family, especially during an inflection point around social justice issues. We explain why men typically feel like they have to take on burdens and choose not to share. We talk about how women can reinforce vulnerable actions by men to help create a bigger space for communication. We break down the decision to break up with someone you really care about and the risks that come with it. We also explore the mental state of men when making considerations to someone to be his girlfriend versus to be his wife.   We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends.   Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss.   Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (They trade in height for honesty), I wrap up this bonus 10-part mini series and my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops. We discuss the trade-offs people make as they get older. We talk about dating people with children and the factors you must consider. I also highlight some of the major things I’ve learned about myself and shed light on certain things that are big issues or “big rocks” for me in a relationship. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss.   Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (Do you not trust me), I continue my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops. We discuss some of the important tough conversations that people should have in a relationship. We dive deep into how certain specific actions can be misinterpreted. We talk about having grace for the unknown. We pry into Brittney’s long distance and how she’s learned to navigate that. I also explain how I’d love for the process to be before getting into a relationship. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (Guy always want sex), I continue my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops. We talk about sex and celibacy - being adjusting to your partner’s preferences and how it might be weighted differently for different people. We discuss dating multiple people until you’re in an official relationship and the pros and cons of that. I’m also challenged on my recommendation to slow play things when dating. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (I have courting potential), I continue my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops. We discuss situationships, how it can be defined as well as how people view them. We talk about what progress looks like in the dating stage before a relationship becomes official. We dissect how some men are dating to court while some women desire to be courted immediately. We also explain why it is extremely important to be patient in the dating process. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (Sometimes you just have to listen), I continue my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops. We discuss vulnerability and the importance of listening. We examine the psyche of a black man and how compartmentalizing is a survival tool. We talk about the pressure men feel to solve and fix, while highlighting the differences in how we think of support and resolution compared to women. We dive deep on the cancel-culture and why women are quick to dead things sometimes. We spend time on the topic of honesty and debate the difference between omission or telling the truth. We also double down on the need to ask the right questions. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (So ready to be washed), I continue my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops. We spend some time on the need to have trust in a relationship and discuss the value of companionship. We talk about the struggles of dating especially as it pertains to using the dating apps. We go deep on why guys give the illusion of interest. I’m also prodded by Brittney to understand what I’m looking for in my future wife. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (You’re going to take some Ls), I continue my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops. We talk about daddy issues versus abandonment issues. We discuss knowing to pick your battles and the importance of valuing the process as much as the results. We take a look at the phrase “happy wife, happy life” to determine whether it’s true or not. We also highlight the differences between knowing someone and trusting someone as well as why the latter is what people should be striving for. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (Let’s just learn each other), I continue my conversation with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops. We talk about the boundaries and bets that people make in order to secure a relationship. We discuss the data points that men and women acquire as indicators. We highlight the ways that men and women think and feel differently as well as the luxury of operating based on how you feel. We dive deep on the considerations people should have when taking their relationship to the next level. We explain the differences between maturity, emotional maturity, being communicative. We also try to extract the impact father’s have on people, especially when it comes to dating. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (You can’t microwave a relationship), I chat with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops. I sit on the other side of the microphone as I answer her questions.  We talk about the importance of protecting your tank and the responsibility we have with other people’s feelings. She pushes me to learn about the times I've felt like I was in love. We discuss how some people try to rush through relationships, reconciling someone having a “clock” and someone wanting to go with the flow. We touch on what it looks like when women “pressure” guys to move the relationship forward. We also examine how sex can sometimes be leveraged in a relationship and the consequences of that connectivity. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (It’s not just what you say), I chat with Brittney Gwynn, the host of a podcast called Girl Talk with Pops. I sit on the other side of the microphone as I answer her questions.  I describe my story in starting the podcast and share more of my personal background as well as my relationship history - highlighting ways they are intertwined. I explain how I try to foster an environment for vulnerability. I also give listeners what they have asked for, becoming more vulnerable with them on who I am and revealing whether starting the podcast helped or hurt my last relationship. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Soundcloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send any questions and topics that you’d like me to discuss. Email me at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (You are enough), I wrap up season 1 by completing my conversation with Anthony, Dorian, and Paul where we discuss more topics and questions from the listeners. We talk about spirituality and religion – navigating the right time to bring that into the relationship as well as who should take the lead in that space. We discuss the decision to have more kids and aligning on a number of desired children. We dive deep on the lessons they have learned so far from being married. We also spend time highlighting things they believe are tripping people up in the dating world. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and Facebook. Send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss.

In this episode (That’s the dilemma), I continue the conversation with Anthony, Dorian, and Paul from season one and we discuss topics and questions from the listeners. We talk about how to determine someone’s value and when the relationship is worth it. They give me a hard time about some specific dating stories and try to school me on the appropriate time to text, call, and FaceTime. We dive deep on the difference between dating and courting as well as discuss the challenges that come with trying to be aligned with a potential partner. We also reach a critical AH-HA moment that helps makes sense of why men and women sometimes are not on the same page when it comes to dating. They also give their perspective on the important things to look for in a partner. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and Facebook. Send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss.

In this episode (Everyone has a past), I bring Anthony, Dorian, and Paul back from season one and we discuss more topics and questions from the listeners. We also get their perspective after being on the podcast and what they have learned since we last spoke on air. We answer questions about dating someone who has had sex with a friend. We give our perspective on the appropriate length of time to date and get to know someone before you make it official. We spend time talking about fatherhood, what that means, and how it changes your perspective. We also discuss how they navigate supporting their partner as a wife, a mother, and a professional. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and Facebook. Send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss.

In this episode (It’s okay to be scared), I continue my recap with Brandon and Justin from season one and we discuss topics and questions from the listeners. We talk about how women exclude guys from consideration who have dated their friends. We provide some insight as to why guys hesitate to approach women. We discuss the difference between dating and courting as well as break down what chivalry means and how it plays out in their marriages. I also get their perspective on dating women with children and what being the head of the household means. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and Facebook. Send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss.

In this episode (Get over yourself), I bring Brandon and Justin back from season one and we discuss topics and questions from the listeners. We also get their perspective after being on the podcast and what they have learned since we last spoke on air. We answer questions about how someone’s upbringing can impact the relationship and the way they see things. We go deeper on mental health and the role therapy can play as well as debate whether it’s a red flag if you feel you and your partner needs counseling early on in the relationship. We discuss whether or not they could seriously date someone that has slept with one of their close friends. We also spend some time trying to understand the balance between taking L’s in a relationship on little things and when they can become big issues. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and Facebook. Send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss.

In this episode (There’s always that pressure), I discuss family and preparing for a child while growing your relationship. I conclude my conversation with my friend from episode 10 and 11, who’s recently married, and further examine his journey towards as well as in marriage. We talk about having a baby prior to marriage, the adjustments you have to make as well as the potential impact it may or may not have on your decision to get married. We share thoughts on living with your partner before proposing and what you can learn from it. We dive deep on navigating different cultural/family norms and how to incorporate that into your relationship. We also spend some time discussing what it really means to be a man. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and Facebook. Send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss. Email us at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (Marriage is a choice), I discuss some of the choices and adjustments you have to make in marriage. I continue my conversation with my friend from episode 10, who’s recently married, and further examine his journey towards as well as in marriage. We talk about the difference between being in love and being with the right person. We explain why marriage is a choice and the importance of taking the initiative early on to understand your partner’s perspective on marriage. We discuss the different meanings and levels to marriage. We uncover some of the potential complexities that stem from having a partner from a different culture. We also take a deeper dive into how to navigate conflict and the value of developing a healthy process to do so. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and Facebook. Send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss. Email us at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!  

In this episode (Proceed at your own risk), I discuss dating, long distance relationships, and demanding lifestyles. I talk to a friend, who’s recently married, and examine his journey towards as well as in marriage. We talk about navigating long distance relationships, how to build a solid foundation and address conflict within one. We discuss the importance of asking a lot of questions upfront and supporting your partner’s unique interests. We uncover challenges that stem from juggling a demanding career or lifestyle while wanting to be available emotionally for your partner. We also explore the world of dating when one person isn’t looking for anything serious. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and Facebook. Send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss. Email us at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (Prevention instead of mitigation), I discuss relationships and getting married after going through a divorce. I continue my conversation with my friend from episode 8, who’s been recently re-married, and examine his journey towards finding love again. We discuss the value going to premarital counseling before getting engaged and the types of conversations it sparks. We talk about why it’s critical to find out what's important to your partner and resources that can help you determine where you both are aligned. We explain how essential it is to have your actions match your words. We highlight the benefits of proactively creating systems and processes to help you improve communication and maintain a healthy relationship. We also touch on reasons to do a destination wedding and how witnessing pregnancy can change your views on push gifts. The book referenced in this episode is called Sacred Search by Gary Thomas. This book helps people understand relationship from a biblical standpoint in a way that can support couples in evaluating whether big rock issues exist or not. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and Facebook. Send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss. Email us at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (It’s almost like death), I discuss the breakup from a divorce and rebuilding to find love again. I talk to a friend, who’s been recently married, and examine his journey towards getting marriage for a second time.   We examine the tough lessons and growth that come out of a divorce as well as the emotional toll it takes to separate from a long relationship. We discuss the thrills and struggles that are part of today’s dating scene. We explain the importance of being upfront about your intentions and truly paying attention to what your potential partner shows you about themselves.  We try to determine where responsibility lies in getting out of situations that you know aren’t going anywhere. We assess your ability to change someone’s mind about what they want in a relationship. We also talk about the value of dating reciprocity.   We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget subscribe and share with your friends.   Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and Facebook. Send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss.   Email us at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (It’s a two way street), I discuss being a relationship with an alpha woman and how children can impact a marriage. I finish my conversation from episode 6 with a friend, who’s been married for almost 5 years, and examine his marriage thus far.   We discuss the importance of intimacy and issues that come from prioritizing sex in a relationship. We uncover the value of being vulnerable and transparent, as well as the importance of creating safe spaces for your partner. We talk about dealing with personalities that differ from yours and navigating the dynamics of being involved with an alpha woman. We also examine new relationship challenges that arise from having a child.   We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget subscribe and share with your friends.   Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss.   Email us at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (Some things are just a marathon), I discuss the enduring journey of marriage, the road to get there, and the critical considerations to keep in mind when selecting your partner. I talk to a friend, who’s been married for almost 5 years, and examine his journey towards as well as in marriage.   We explore some of the mental hurdles and personal obstacles that hold men back from popping the big question. We talk about the issues that come with searching for the “perfect” partner. We examine your ability to really change someone and the importance of really listening to what your potential partner tells you when dating. We highlight the commitment that comes with marriage and the “right now” mentality that cause some people to force things when dating. We also discuss the continual work it takes to keep a marriage going.   We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget subscribe and share with your friends.   Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss.   Email us at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (She completed me), I talk about the process of managing the business of a relationship and the work it takes to sustain a good relationship. I wrap up my conversation from episode 3 and 4 with a friend, who’s been recently married, and examine his journey towards marriage.   We discuss how the strengths and weaknesses of a partner impact the business of a relationship. We highlight the growth that occurs from both sides in a serious relationship. We examine how love languages affect the way we engage and receive love from our partner. We also uncover varying sentiments that stem from staying in touch with an ex or friends of the opposite sex, while talking through how to navigate through situations when its worth keeping those friendships.   We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget subscribe, share with your friends, and leave a review.   Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss.   Email us at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (There is no playbook), I talk about the stress of navigating tough personal seasons while in a relationship and some of the personal growth required to be a good partner. I continue my conversation from episode 3 with a friend, who’s been recently married, and examine his journey towards marriage.   We discuss the importance of having support during extremely difficult personal times and struggles. We focus on what it means to really understand your partner in marriage and to be a leader of the household. We highlight the ongoing learning process that occurs and the challenges of not having proper examples growing up. We go deep on how tough situations (like losing your job) can affect your relationship. We also examine the ways pride can get in the way of asking for help and getting the support you need to move forward.   We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget subscribe, share with your friends, and leave a review.   Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss.   Email us at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (You have to be 100% in), I talk about the role sex can have in your relationship and explore how to navigate dating without sex. I talk to the husband of a good friend, who's been recently married, and examine his journey towards marriage.   We discuss some of the mistakes men make by not closing the loop on previous relationships. We explain why it is necessary to have a good circle of people around you for advice and support. We uncover how attractive it can be to meet a woman with boundaries and standards. We examine how sex can influence perspective in relationships and take a deep dive on navigating celibacy. We also highlight ways to build intimacy with your partner beyond sex.   We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget subscribe and share with your friends.   Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss.   Email us at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (Filling in the gaps), I explore how social media and friends can impact your relationship. I continue my conversation from episode 1 with a friend, who's been recently married, and examine his journey towards marriage.   We discuss the desires in men that never go away while exploring the adjustments that are required to make a relationship work. We examine the general concept of a proposal and how men may view it different than women. We talk about how past experience influences behavior as well as how the fear of losing control impacts how men see relationships and commitment. We also highlight the different attributes found in a good wife versus a good mother and which one’s men place a higher value on. Lastly, a case is made for why your wife cannot be your best friend.   We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Castbox, and many others. Don’t forget subscribe and share with your friends.   Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss.   Email us at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this episode (That unquantifiable feeling), I explore the feelings that stem from really loving someone. I talk to a friend, who's been recently married, and examine his journey towards marriage. We explore what it means to shoot your shot and the persistent mindset men have to have to approach and get to know women. We talk about the general categories that men typically put women in when dating and how that may impact behavior and their interactions. We uncover some of the obstacles and concerns that hold men back from proposing, even when they are with the right woman. We also discuss the importance of intimacy and vulnerability in a relationship and its role in a successful relationship. We are on all major platforms. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay Music, TuneIn, SoundCloud, and Castbox. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @ThinkLoveWife on Instagram and send questions or topics you’d like us to discuss. Email us at feedback@thinklovewife.com with any feedback!

In this prelude episode, I introduce myself as your host and provide insight to the catalyst for creating the I Think I Love My Wife (ThinkLoveWife) podcast. In my journey to seeking relationship advice, I realized how important it is to seek counsel from people that are currently married. It also made me realize the void there is when it comes to getting the perspectives of married men of color, especially married Black men. My goal is to have honest, real, and authentic conversations with married men about relationships (the challenges they've faced and how they've overcome them), their journey to proposing, the pressures we put on ourselves as men, and those that come from societal norms and generational expectations. In this episode, I also explain the meaning behind the podcast's name, my intentions for this podcast, and the expected structure of it. Social Media: Instagram Profile: @ThinkLoveWife