Marriage, Now What?

Benn and Liz have their fair share of frustrations in marriage. Today they share some examples of common frustrations that can turn into arguments. But understanding the basis of these frustrations, working together with a goal in mind, and realizing there may have to be some compromises will help you work through these tough periods, and hopefully propel you towards a stronger future. Thanks so much for listening! We'll see you all next week.

Liz & Benn share their story of struggles in a transparent episode of "Marriage, Now What" this week. From talks of divorce, to extensive marriage counseling... They lay it all on the table for couples to digest in consideration for your own marriage or relationship! Thank you for listening, and be sure to come back for more amazing content about Marriage.

Benn and Liz weren't always the poster couple of marriage... And legend has it, they still aren't! But they are living proof that keeping an open mind, evolving, & growing together are key attributes to not only weathering the storms, but also enjoying the sunshine to its fullest when the clouds part. Thank you for listening!

This is a follow up episode with Bennie who had lost his wife last year. We had him on months back to talk about his loss and newfound ambitions. Now, we check back in with him to see how far he's come, and where he's headed. Thanks for listening, until next week!

Liz & Benn sit down to talk about a very tough decision they've had to try so hard to meet in the middle on. But even with differences of opinion, they've been able to make it work, and are continuing to work through it. This is part of an ongoing series about communication on this channel, and highlights the most common breakage points amongst couples. Thank you! And enjoy.

Benn and Ashleigh are kicking off a new video series with this 1st installment being on effective communication. One of the things Benn had talked about in a previous episode was how one of the ways we communicate, is with a selfish bias in mind. We then project it towards the other person, and reject what is communicated back to us if it doesn't resonate with that bias. In this episode, they explore their own biases, and correction methods to create stronger communication bonds.

On this week's episode, Benn and Ashleigh discuss a recent situation involving one of her children.. How she handled it, how it went, and how it could've gone differently. Benn covers similar situations he's had with his family, and how he handled it. Thanks for taking a listen, as always, and we'll talk to you next week!

Benn and Ash get to work on themselves in realtime in this week's episode! Self reflecting on parenting strategies regarding punishment as children, and now as parents themselves. They talk about love, what it means, and what it means to them personally. And also about self love, and where they place themselves in the hierarchy of love in their lives.

Benn & Liz take a moment to sit down together and discuss common challenges that are rampant in homes across the world as the 2020 Coronavirus: Covid-19 tears through our communities. Has this experience put a strain on your marriage? Or has it strengthened the bond? Thank you for tuning in, and stick around for more to come!

Welp... It's finally happened. Benn is giving us the birds and the bees talk, haha!! But don't let that deter you from checking out this week's episode where he gives great insight into our relationship with our children, and how to make the most of it!!

Phil Drysdale is back on the podcast with us, and this time he opens up about dealing with divorce in his personal life. It's a vulnerable topic, and we're grateful to have him on and share his journey through the tough time and help show some of the positives that can grow out of a very trying situation.

Dell Young joins Benn James this week for a tough topic. Divorce. This is the side of marriage that no one wants to talk about, but is a very apparent reality for nearly 50% of married couples. While we hope that none of our listeners have to consider this last resort, statistically some of you will. Dell & Benn navigate some situations that have touched them personally, or some they have witnessed in their walk, to help you clear the fog on the subject in your own lives. Thanks so much for listening, and we'll be back next week!

Benn and Ashleigh dive deep into parenthood, childhood, and all of the surrounding noise that seeps into marriage through our individualism. Benn dives into his relationship with his dad, Ashleigh offers some perspective, and they both share some deeply personal beliefs from this episode of Marriage Now What. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, Benn and Ashleigh discuss the effects of false doctrine passed down through generations, and how they combat it in their own parenting practices.

Phil Drysdale joins us for a look at how cultural differences shape the approach men and women have towards sex and sex education. Phil lives in the UK while Benn lives in the US. Starting out, they explore the idea of how the youth is educated through exposure, vs teaching. Then the conversation shifts to attraction, the emotions surrounding it, and much more!

John Krispin is a professor of business, and frequents the podcast "Increase Boss". But today we've recruited him to teach on a different subject. One he's familiar with in relation to the business world, but also relevant for relationships: Behavior Groups. Take a listen as we dive into the types that men and women possess, and relate to.. And how you can use this information to build a better marriage!

Chris Kendrick and Benn James are back in this week to talk about what respect means for men and women in a relationship. Whether you're dating, engaged, newlywed, or even years into marriage. Respect for one another means so much to all of us, but it's not always the same for everyone. Take the time to learn what it means to your partner for a healthy, long lasting, and beautiful marriage! Learn more from Chris over at: myfathersbusinessministries.org

Jimmy Whatley never has a shortage of wonderful marriage advice for us, and today is no disappointment! On this episode, we go over the types of wills, and life insurance to ensure your financial wellbeing even after the unthinkable happens!

Phil Drysdale joins host Benn James for some man to man love talk! In this episode, they cover expectations, divorce, struggle, and more! Both have very different relationships with their wives, so we get to hear an organic discussion. Thanks for listening, enjoy!

Thank you for joining us again where we have Chris K. back again to finish out this short series on vision in marriage!

It's part two of the Vision in marriage series, where Benn and Chris outline some simple key elements to drive positive forward progress in your marriage!

Chris K. and Benn discuss some introductory methods to maintain or reset your vision in marriage. This is a short episode that serves as a starting point as we move forward in this series. So stick around for more invaluable information from these 2!

Benn & Liz co-host this week's episode to talk about building their marriage. We get some insight on things such as the role that age plays, insecurities, chores, raising children, & much more!

The dreaded topic that no one wants to think about.. The loss of your loved one. Bennie joins us today to talk about the life, and love he shared with his wife before her untimely passing just earlier this year. This is a personal discussion to break the ice as he takes the next steps in his journey. Bennie has a desire to be strong for his daughters and to eventually help others who will have the need to deal with the same thing in life. We look forward to revisiting the topic and helping create the positive structure needed for these trying times. Thanks for tuning in!

Jimmy Whatley sits in with us for a short episode on the balance with your marriage and your finances. You don't make it as long as he and his wife have without knowing something about balance! Take a listen, we know you'll get some great knowledge from this episode! Enjoy.

Ashleigh & guests: Liz, April, & Brooke have a "Square" table discussion about the challenges in marriage pertaining to expectations. Interestingly, as pointed out by April, hindrances are not exclusive to our expectations of our husbands & wives. Take a listen to dive deeper into this, and many other topics discussed in this episode! Thanks so much, enjoy!

One of our hosts, Benn, sits down with his wife Liz to discuss marriage with Amber, who is a potential future bride. We hope Amber & you, the listener gain some insight through this conversation as we continue the discussion! Thanks so much, enjoy!

Our friend Teddy stopped in today, so we put him in front of a microphone! So he is 25, and unmarried. What could he teach us about marriage?!! Well, we've all been unmarried at some point, and most of us have been 25!! So reflecting on the conversation, take note of how you've grown, or plan on growing in your marriage based on where you were before marriage! Enjoy!

Failure to plan is planning to fail. Making a plan for your personal life is just as important as a plan for your professional life. And it's something you can do with each other! It's a goal to look forward to. This topic and others are discussed in this episode with Chris K. Thanks for listening, enjoy!

Sometimes your computer is overloaded and can't continue to function. What do we do? We press control, alt, delete and clear the processes blocking progress. What if we applied this to the things blocking our path to a better marriage? When we (mostly men) think of counseling, it's an image of arguments in front of a biased 3rd party. While that can sometimes be the case, it's not the approach that Chris K. and his wife take to helping couples progress. Take a listen to this episode for a wealth of knowledge for your relationship. Enjoy!

Making a conscious effort to put others' needs in front of your wants sounds like the most obvious thing to do in a relationship. But more often than not, we may not even realize we're doing the exact opposite. This, and many other topics are discussed on this week's episode with Chris K.Thanks so much for stopping by, enjoy!

In this episode, Robbie joins us to talk about the big role that working on himself has played into taking the next step with his significant other. Enjoy!