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"Be sure that wherever our lot is cast we may and must aim at the perfect life." Written over 400 years ago, Introduction to the Devout Life is still one of the most popular books for those pursuing holiness. St. Francis de Sales explains how to turn that desire for sanctity into resolutions that yield grace-filled results. Themes include: Pursuing a devout life whole-heartedly Incorporating prayer and sacraments into a busy schedule Growing in virtue Battling wisely against temptation Making spiritual progress through daily, monthly, and yearly exercises Whether you are just beginning your spiritual journey or are more advanced in the spiritual life, you'll be able to apply this timeless wisdom immediately. Let St. Francis de Sales illumine the path to holiness and strengthen your desire to walk that road with the Lord. St. Francis de Sales (1567–1622) was the Bishop of Geneva and a renowned spiritual director. Preaching during the Counter-Reformation, he is estimated to have converted 70,000 Calvinists in his lifetime. He was a fervent proponent of the universal call to holiness and spent much of his time guiding lay people on the road to sanctity. Declared a Doctor of the Church by Pope Pius IX in 1877, St. Francis is still helping to form saints through his many writings, of which Introduction to the Devout Life is the most famous. —description from the publisher Introduction to the Devout Life full text: https://watch.formed.org/introduction-to-the-devout-life-by-st-francis-de-sales SUBSCRIBE to Catholic Culture Audiobooks https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/catholic-culture-audiobooks/id1482214268 SIGN UP for Catholic Culture's newsletter http://www.catholicculture.org/newsletter DONATE at http://www.catholicculture.org/donate/audio  Theme music: "2 Part Invention", composed by Mark Christopher Brandt, performed by Thomas Mirus. ©️2019 Heart of the Lion Publishing Co./BMI. All rights reserved. Timestamps 00:38 Preface 12:26 Part 1 – Counsels and Exercises for the Guidance of the Soul from Its First Desire After a Devout Life unto a Full Resolution of Pursuing the Same 12:38 True Devotion Explained 18:19 The Nature and Excellence of Devotion 23:17 Devotion is Suitable to Every Vocation and Profession 27:26 The Need of a Guide for those who would Enter Upon and Advance in the Devout Life 33:35 The First Step: Purifying the Soul 38:22 The First Purification: From Mortal Sin 40:56 The Second Purification: From All Sinful Affections 44:17 How to Affect This Second Purification 46:56 First Meditation, On Creation 53:26 Second Meditation, On the End for Which We Were Created 59:26 Third Meditation, On the Gifts of God 1:05:20 Fourth Meditation, On Sin 1:11:39 Fifth Meditation, On Death 1:19:00 Sixth Meditation, On Judgment 1:24:59 Seventh Meditation, On Hell 1:29:02 Eighth Meditation, On Paradise 1:34:05 Ninth Meditation, On the Choice Open to You Between Heaven and Hell 1:39:26 Tenth Meditation, On How the Soul Chooses the Devout Life 1:46:40How to Make a General Confession 1:49:23 A Sincere Protest Made with the Object of Confirming the Soul's Resolution to Serve God as a Cojnclusion to its Acts of Penitence 1:53:58 Conclusion of This First Purification 1:55:53 The Necessity of Purging Away All Tendency to Venial Sins 2:00:35 It Is Necessary to Put Away All Inclination for Useless and Dangerous Things 2:03:14 All Evil Inclinations Must Be Purged Away 02:05:29 Part 2 – Counsels as to Uplifting the Soul to God in Prayer and the Use of the Sacraments 2:05:38 The Necessity of Prayer 2:11:30 A Short Method of Meditation in the Presence of God: The First Point of Preparation 2:17:05 Invocation: The Second Point of Preparation 2:18:38 Representing the Mystery to Be Meditated to Your Imagination: The Third Point of Preparation 2:20:49 Considerations: The Second Part of Meditation 2:22:16 Affections and Resolutions: The Third Part of Meditation 2:24:01 The Conclusion and Spiritual Bouquet 2:25:44 Some Useful Hints on Meditation 2:30:40 Concerning Dryness in Meditation 2:33:15 Morning Prayer 2:36:05 Evening Prayer and Examination of Conscience 2:38:03 Spiritual Refreshment 2:42:42 Aspirations, Brief Prayer, and Holy Thoughts 2:53:34 Holy Communion, and How to Receive It 2:58:17 The Other Public Offices of the Church 3:00:13 How the Saints Are United to Us 3:02:58 How to Hear and Read God's Word 3:05:05 How to Receive Inspirations 3:10:31 Confession 3:17:35 Frequent Communion 3:23:09 How to Communicate 03:28:01 Part 3 – Counsels Concerning the Practice of Virtue 03:28:08 How to Select That Which We Should Chiefly Practice 03:36:56 The Same Subject Continued 03:43:55 Patience 03:53:08 Greater Humility 03:59:02 Interior Humility 04:08:28 Humility Makes Us Rejoice in Our Own Abjection 04:15:11 How to Combine Due Care for a Good Reputation with Humility 04:22:40 Gentleness Towards Others and Remedies Against Anger 04:31:05 Gentleness Towards Ourselves 04:35:35 We Must Attend to the Business of Life Carefully, but Without Eagerness or Over-Anxiety 04:40:18 Obedience 04:45:43 Purity 04:49:05 How to Maintain Purity 04:52:48 Poverty of Spirit amid Riches 04:58:28 How to Exercise Real Poverty although Actually Rich 05:06:08 How to Possess a Rich Spirit amid Real Poverty 05:09:50 Friendship: Evil and Frivolous Friendship 05:13:31 Frivolous Attachments 05:18:48 Real Friendship 05:24:40 The Difference between True and False Friendship 05:28:57 Remedies against Evil Friendships 05:35:47 Further Advice concerning Intimacies 05:40:22 The Practice of Bodily Mortification 05:50:59 Society and Solitude 05:56:24 Modesty in Dress 06:00:20 Conversation: First, How to Speak of God 06:02:52 Unseemly Words and the Respect Due to Others 06:07:18 Hasty Judgments 06:17:28 Slander 06:28:27 Further Counsels as to Conversation 06:32:24 Amusements and Recreations: What Are Allowable 06:34:56 Forbidden Amusements 06:36:53 Balls and Other Lawful but Dangerous Amusements 06:41:59 When to Use Such Amusements Rightly 06:43:49 We Must Be Faithful in Things Great and Small 06:49:23 - A Well-Balanced, Reasonable Mind 06:53:33 - Wishes 06:58:15 - Counsels to Married People 07:11:47 - The Sanctity of the Marriage Bed 07:13:15 - Counsels to Widows 07:22:31 - One Word to Maidens 07:23:51 Part 4 – Counsels Concerning Some Ordinary Temptations 07:23:58 - We Must Not Trifle with the Words of Worldly Wisdom 07:29:29 - The Need of Good Courage 07:32:09 - Temptations and the Difference Between Experiencing Them and Consenting to Them 07:37:19 - Two Striking Illustrations of the Same 07:40:56 - Encouragement for the Tempted Soul 07:43:26 - When Temptation and Pleasure are Sin 07:47:23 - Remedies for Great Occasions 07:50:15 - How to Resist Minor Temptations 07:52:26 - How to Remedy Minor Temptations 07:55:02 - How to Strengthen the Heart Against Temptation 07:57:40 - Anxiety of Mind 08:03:27 - Sadness and Sorrow 08:08:40 - Spiritual and Sensible Consolations and How to Receive Them 08:23:23 - Dryness and Spiritual Barrenness 08:33:49 - An Illustration 08:41:07 Part 5 - Counsels and Practices for Renewing and Confirming the Soul in Devotion 08:41:15 - It Is Well Yearly to Renew Good Resolutions by Means of the Following Exercises 08:43:58 - Meditation on the Benefit Conferred on Us by God in Calling Us to His Service 08:48:55 - Examination of the Soul as to Its Progress in the Devout Life 08:52 :13 - Examination of the Soul's Condition as Regards God 08:56:52 - Examination of Your Condition as Regards Yourself 08:59:16 - Examination of the Soul's Condition as Regards Our Neighbor 09:00:43 - Examination as to the Affectations of the Soul 09:03:10 - The Affections to Be Excited After Such Examination 09:04:36 - Reflections Suitable to the Renewal of Good Resolutions 09:05:23 - First Consideration, On the Worth of Souls 09:08:13 - Second Consideration, On the Excellence of Virtue 09:10:01 - The Example of the Saints 09:11:48 - The Love That Jesus Christ Bears to Us 09:15:05 - The Eternal Love of God for Us 09:16:36 - General Affections That Should Result from These Considerations and Conclusion of the Exercise 09:19:16 - The Impressions That Should Remain After This Exercise 09:20:53 - An Answer to Two Objections That May Be Made to This Book 09:23:45 - Three Important and Final Counsels

A wife has asked for advice on what to do with her husband's late night poker habit.... he says she has nothing to worry about... but does she?!  Plus - CHECK YOUR TICKETS from the Grey Cup 50/50 Draw... it's still unclaimed, what places should you NOT travel to in 2025, and will Madonna's BioPic EVER get made?! That and more on today's Nat & Drew Show! 

In this episode we examined some of the consequences a single person may consider before dealing with a married person. This is underscored by a very distinguished family lawyer in the Dallas area by the name of Lauren on tiktok. you might want to follow her for more legal notes and if you need any other further assistance. this is not an endorsement, but knowledge is always a good thing to have. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/romantictruth/support

This week's article:"Take a Wife ... Please!" by Olga KhazanNext week's articles:"When You Don't Feel Like Having Sex With Your Spouse" by Lauren Washer"Sex Drive: What it means, what's high, low, and normal" by Emilie Lavinia

Jen Kirsch, Canada's Leading Dating and Relationship Expert discusses whether Ashley Madison has recovered from all its' controversy. David Cooper Ruins the show And Slow News Day with guest producer Anthony Zee Matti!

  This episode deals with addressing issues pertaining to married people on the dating scene. We also, address the Nigerian Dowry and we take a look at dating and some of the complications associated with it. And finally, we address the issue pertaining to Natalie's mistake. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/romantictruth/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/romantictruth/support

https://youtu.be/szLcBNqdLSs Happily married, but feel like you never ‘explored' single life? Before you destroy the solidity of what you have, consider these healthy options to satisfy your curiosity. For more information please visit my website at https://www.susanwinter.net/

My partner Bentley joins to kick-off our new once-a-month campfire chat tradition. We answers all your burning questions (how to start swearing, what not to bring up around Mormon family members, how I feel about the criticism for wearing a tank top dress to a temple wedding). Then things get a little juicier as we open up about how we navigate porn and "crushes" on other people. For the full work crush story, listen to OVERSHARING IS CARING. For the "Aimee episode about sex," listen to Let's talk about (ex-religious) sex! "I don't give a f- a sh*t" video: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/0rC9M_h7Hb8 The tank top dress in front of the temple video referenced can be found on @girlscamppodcast on Instagram or @hayleyrawle on TikTok Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we discuss common mistakes that married couples make when it comes to initiating sex.  There are dynamics of higher desire and lower desire and patterns that make these mistakes so each to make. We cover six common mistakes: getting annoyed at being the one who initiates, using covert or roundabout methods of initiation, joking or crude initiations, feeling the need to be as turned on as your partner, using the same initiation method every time, and talking yourself out of initiating.  Takeaways Recognize the dynamics of higher desire and lower desire in your relationship Update your map of each other as you grow and change Avoid common mistakes in initiation, such as getting annoyed or using covert methods Focus on connection rather than just sexual fulfillment Communicate with your spouse about your initiation patterns and desires Take action to improve your initiation patterns and foster a deeper connection On the Xtended Version ... What make authenticity and vulnerability in marriage so difficult? Is it the motivations behind the vulnerability? The reactions to vulnerable moments? Both? Let's explore more. Enjoy the show! Sponsors ... SMR Getaway: Getaway with your spouse this June 13-15. https://smr.fm/getaway The post Initiation Mistakes Married People Make #674 first appeared on Sexy Marriage Radio.

Statistics back up God's good plan for humanity and for His creation.  Reserve your spot for the next Lighthouse Voices event at colsoncenter.org/lighthouse.  __________ Get your tickets for the Colson Center National Conference at colsonconference.org. 

Isaac & Suke have the facts & figures to decide

Dr. Tim and Angela Little join host Steve Anderson for a candid conversation about the Song of Songs, wisdom literature, and love & intimacy, born out of their new book: Song of Songs for Singles (and married people too). This is a wonderful reminder of God's design for intimacy and love presented through the lens of appreciating Song of Songs as primarily being written for young unmarried women. Grab your copy here: https://a.co/d/cOxxvjd

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Listen to Cape Talk's John Maytham's weekly book reviews and share hispassion for literature. From fiction to non-fiction, John reads andreviews various books that would sit well on your reading list. FICTION: The Knowing by Emma Hinds;  The Ghost Orchid by Jonathan Kellerman, LovePoems for Married People by John Kenney NON-FICTION The Owl: A Biography by Stephen MossSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Valentine in the Morning: Do you consider the concept of a "Destination Wedding" to be rude, and are you pining over the forbidden fruit of a married person? Listen live every weekday from 5-10am pacific: https://www.iheart.com/live/1043-myfm-173/ Website: 1043myfm.com/valentine Instagram: @ValentineInTheMorningFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/valentineinthemorning TikTok: @ValentineInTheMorning

The Abaroa's and the Stoever's discuss God's sacrificial "agape" love and the way we can practice it within marriage as we serve, yield, give, and love well.

The Stoever's and the Abaroa's take a closer look at "Dabaq" and what it means to cling to each other in marriage through the highs and lows of life.

Married people are happier. The reason why is interesting. Walmart is changing. What can YOU expect?In the Food Dude: the reason candy bars are shrinking.

Jose and Taylor Abaroa join Shawn and Christina Stoever to look at what God's "Hesed" covenantal love looks like within marriage.

Do you think married people are happier? Plus, how often do you talk to your parents?

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As fewer people are getting married, many people are arguing that single people are happier than married people. But is that true? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson interview sociologist and author Dr. Brad Wilcox on this deeply relevant topic. 

Have You HeardThat Sex is for Married People? On this episode of “Have You Heard? With Pastor Cyndi”, Pastor gives us holy insight on what is righteous for Believers and what we can do to stay in sync with God. Using stories from the Bible and Spiritual Truths from the Word of God, Pastor Cyndi gives us the skinny on fornication, and how to avoid it!

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DSO discusses the statistic that married people have more sex than single people, and whether this means that single individuals should get married to improve their sex lives. He examines the reality of sex in marriages by looking at survey data, which shows that a significant percentage of married couples are in dead bedroom relationships. DSO also explores the societal benefits of marriage and how it can serve as a solution for men who are not having any sexual encounters or causing chaos in society. However, he emphasizes that marriage is not for everyone and that the idea of a hypersexual and fulfilling sex life in marriage is not applicable to the majority of couples.Key Takeaways:Statistically, married people have more sex than single people, but this does not mean that single individuals should rush into marriage for the sake of their sex lives.A significant percentage of married couples are in dead bedroom relationships, where they have infrequent or unsatisfying sex.Marriage serves a societal purpose by providing stability and reducing chaos caused by men who are not having any sexual encounters or relationships.Marriage can be a fulfilling and hypersexual experience for a select few, but for the majority of couples, the reality is different.It is important to assess one's own sex life and personal desires before considering marriage, as it may not be the solution for everyone.Quotes:"The majority of men out there on the prowl looking for a mate in the singles market are not having frequent sexual encounters with women.""The majority of marriages are in dead bedroom relationships or, at the very least, undersexed relationships.""Marriage serves a purpose. It's good overall for society. It's certainly better for our kids to have a man and woman under one roof.""The reality is that marriage is not a hypersexual, awesome thing for the majority of couples.""Marriage is not for everyone. It's important to assess your own sex life and personal desires before considering it."

"No indeed, I would not even have people wish for more wit or better judgment, for such desires are frivolous, and take the place of the wish everyone ought to possess of improving what he has. We ought not to desire ways of serving God that He does not open to us, but rather desire to use what we have rightly." Part 3 (00:38) Chapter 36—A Well-Balanced, Reasonable Mind (04:48) Chapter 37—Wishes (09:30) Chapter 38—Counsels to Married People (23:02) Chapter 39—The Sanctity of the Marriage Bed (24:30) Chapter 40—Counsels to Widows (33:46) Chapter 41—One Word to Maidens This work will be released in its entirety in episodic format. Links Introduction to the Devout Life full text: https://watch.formed.org/introduction-to-the-devout-life-by-st-francis-de-sales SUBSCRIBE to Catholic Culture Audiobooks https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/catholic-culture-audiobooks/id1482214268 SIGN UP for Catholic Culture's newsletter http://www.catholicculture.org/newsletter DONATE at http://www.catholicculture.org/donate/audio Theme music: "2 Part Invention", composed by Mark Christopher Brandt, performed by Thomas Mirus. ©️2019 Heart of the Lion Publishing Co./BMI. All rights reserved.

This episode of Across The Margin: The Podcast presents an interview with Nancy Kates, the acclaimed filmmaker behind the groundbreaking documentary, Brother Outsider: The Life Of Bayard Rustin. This pivotal work was instrumental in introducing a broader audience to the life of Rustin — an openly gay Black civil rights leader and a driving force behind the March on Washington. Nancy also produced and directed the feature-length HBO documentary Regarding Susan Sontag, about the late essayist, novelist, director and activist. Her other film credits include Castro Cowboy, a short film about the late Marlboro model Christen Haren who died of AIDS in 1996, Joining the Tribe, Married People, and Going to Extremes. During his 60-year career as an activist, organizer, and an angelic "troublemaker," Bayard Rustin formulated many of the strategies that propelled the American Civil Rights Movement. His passionate belief in Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolence drew Martin Luther King Jr. and other leaders to him in the 1940s and 50s. In 1963, Rustin brought his unique skills to the crowning glory of his civil rights career: his work organizing the March on Washington, the biggest protest America had ever seen. But his open homosexuality forced him to remain in the background, marking him again and again as a "Brother Outsider." Brother Outsider: the Life of Bayard Rustin combines rare archival footage — some of it never before broadcast in the U.S. — with provocative interviews to illuminate the life and work of a forgotten prophet of social change. Rustin's monumental role as a central strategist in the Civil Rights Movement and his unwavering stand for peace and justice casts him as a towering figure in U.S. history. His narrative, particularly as an openly gay advocate in perilous times, has found a renewed resonance in our current socio-political environment. And Nancy's documentary brings back to life a man who profoundly influenced the course of the civil rights and peace movements. In this episode host Michael Shields and Nancy Kates dig deeply into just how pivotal a figure Bayard Rustin was in the Civil Rights Movement while questioning why he often remained outside the scope of notoriety as a “Brother Outsider.” They discuss what it was like for Rustin to be openly gay in America in the 1960s, his on-and-off relationship with Martin Luther King, how he brought the March on Washington to life, and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

* Guest: James Edwards - Race, Politics & Hypocrisy in 21st Century America - ThePoliticalcesspool.org * Mickey Mouse Enters Public Domain, Quickly Turns Evil. * Tucker Carlson recently announced the launch of his next venture, the Tucker Carlson Network, TCN - TuckerCarlson.com * Top 10 Underreported Stories of 2023 - Ben Johnson, frc.org, WashingtonStand.com The Nashville Shooter's Manifesto. Studies Show the Dangers of Transgender Surgeries and the LGBTQ Lifestyle. Who Leaked the Dobbs Decision? Our Open Border Transforms America. The LGBT Agenda Is Losing Support. Biden Family Corruption. The Biden Administration Tells Title X Recipients to Talk to Minors about Sex Behind Their Parents' Backs. Churchgoers and Married People are Happier. COVID-19 Lockdowns Are Still Hurting America. Huge Increase in Homeschooling, Stay-at-home Moms.

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We discuss a study that says affairs make a happy marriage and Paul Rudds crazy diet. Website

Syd and Noah welcome their second guest, Brett Maline, into their bed and onto their pod.  We discussed what keeps Brett up at night, how men grieve vs how women grieve, male hygiene, and an ode to Brett's home state of Nebraska. Brett's truly one of the funniest people around. Enjoy him. Enjoy us. Enjoy it all people. Brett Maline on instagramOur patreon: https://patreon.com/thebedtimepod Youtube Page:https://www.youtube.com/@TheBedtimePod Clips Page: https://www.youtube.com/@thebedtimepodclips spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1LwtuYFMNBvRxu4bQL7aJ9?si=f41efb40ee014a01 apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bedtime-podcast/id1671874351Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebedtimepodcast Noah Findling https://www.instagram.com/noahbuilttheark https://twitter.com/NoahBuiltTheARK Syd Steinberg https://www.instagram.com/sydsteinbo/ https://sydwashere.substack.com/ Artwork by Carly Jean Andrews

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Email me: aaronarnett@protonmail.com After Aaron goes on a rant about why you don't have to take abuse from a pastor, he answers the question from a listener about whether or not it's okay to have friends of the opposite sex while married.

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JARED FREID: 37 & SINGLE Available now on Netflix talks:-Advice from couples (not good)-Women's reactions to Bumble-Jared's dating app makeovers-His Instagram live during and after "The Bachelor"-His thoughts on The 'Golden Bachelor' this season-His take on the Bachelor series Check out Jared's Website 

Fr. Jack and Dr. Morse discuss the recent survey that showed that the happiest cohort in our society is married parents, while, not surprisingly, the least happy are non-married parents. Also, Dr. Morse explains the difference between the Christian worldview that says we were made for love, versus the modern view that says we were made for self-gratification.

What can you learn from divorced people and what can you learn from people who have been married for a decade or two? What are the main differences? There are two and we cover them in this episode with author Mark Manson. We also explore how Mark navigated a big challenge with his now wife and why self-improvement and self-awareness are so essential to long-term partnership.   Timestamps: 1:03 - Episode introduction 4:36 - Mark Manson's backstory 8:52 - Common issues and challenges 10:42 - Healthy boundaries 15:28 - How important is it for couples to have friends outside their relationship? 17:13 - Challenges in marriage and how to get through them 26:04 - Is respect more important than communication? 31:17 - How school ill prepares us for life 33:57 - What can we learn from people who have been divorced? 36:50 - Cultivating self-awareness 40:38 - Mark's preferred methods of introspection 42:54 - The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck 46:24 - Action Steps Links: Mark Manson's website Masterclass Library Enroll in Relationship Mastery Order Jayson's book: Getting to Zero Follow Jayson on social media: Instagram YouTube LinkedIn TikTok Twitter Facebook

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If all there was to go on were sitcoms, movies, and mainstream editorials, we'd have to conclude that marriage is a direct path to misery, the “old ball and chain” that only ties us down, limits our freedom, and cramps our sexual fun. Many people now think of marriage less as “settling down” and more as “settling.” Young people are told, “You've got plenty of time, live a little, first,” as if life ends after the wedding.   The truth about marriage, however, is that it is, statistically, the single best predictor of long-term happiness. Making this even more important to understand is that for at least the last 20 years now, Americans have been steadily getting less happy.    Writing at UnHerd, sociologist Brad Wilcox and the Institute for Family Studies' David Bass point to new research from the University of Chicago that suggests that “Americans who are married with children are now leading happier and more prosperous lives, on average, than men and women who are single and childless.” And not just a little bit happier, either. According to Wilcox and Bass there is a “startling 30-percentage-point happiness divide between married and unmarried Americans.”  In other words, the happiness divide and the marriage divide are largely the same. Sam Peltzman, lead researcher behind the University of Chicago paper, isolated all other factors among thousands of respondents, including income, education, race, location, age, and gender. He concluded that “the most important differentiator” when it comes to who is happy and who is not is marriage. “Low happiness characterizes all types of non-married,” Peltzman writes, whether divorced, widowed, or never married. “No subsequent population categorization will yield so large a difference in happiness across so many people.”  In other words, the decline of marriage over the last several decades is causing the decline in happiness, or at least most of it. As Peltzman told The Atlantic in statistical hyperbole: “The only happy people for 50 years have been married people.”   Olga Khazan, who wrote the Atlantic piece and has been cohabiting with her partner for 15 years, says these stats also struck her as counterintuitive. However, she then admits that “this is a fairly consistent finding dating back decades in social-science research: Married people are happier. Period.”  Of course, happiness isn't the sole or even the best reason to get married. Many things in life carry deep meaning and significance that don't necessarily make us happy. A life lived only for happiness is a futile “chasing after the wind.” Enduring suffering, overcoming trials and tragedy, or sacrificing time, energy, or even our lives for others are all richly worthwhile pursuits that yield rewards in eternity. Certainly, loving someone and raising godly children is worth it, even if it's not always fun.   And we should note, “happiness” is a malleable word. When survey participants say being married or having children made them “happy,” they may often mean that these permanent connections give them lasting joy, something more profound than fleeting happiness, which surveys seldom quantify.      Still, these consistently stark results are unmistakable. They should challenge the entire way of thinking in sitcoms, movies, and editorials. Marriage is one of the chief sources of wellbeing and satisfaction in life. The fact that marriage rates have declined so dramatically over the last 50 years has had real, population-wide consequences.  Because the reasons people are not marrying at the same rates are so complex, different solutions will be required to raise the marriage rate. According to Wilcox and Bass, one of the most important reasons is the fact that, for many Americans who are living together and may already have children, getting married incurs a tax “penalty.” The federal government needs to, in their words, stop “making marriage a bad financial bet for lower-income families.”   That would be a good start. Ultimately, however, our bad laws are reinforced by a low view of marriage that has infected hearts and minds via entertainment, media, culture, and individual choices. We have a worldview problem, which has led to a conflict between the values and priorities of millions of people and the way they were actually created to live.   Marriage is part of God's plan for humanity and for His creation. No other human institution forges such lasting and consequential bonds. So, it should surprise no one—least of all Christians—that our nation's 50-year experiment with alternatives to marriage has left huge numbers of people deeply unhappy. Thanks to social science, we know the solution. The question now, for each of us and for all of society, is whether we're willing to commit.   This Breakpoint was co-authored by Shane Morris. For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy explores being single and how to support children who may be called and choose a life of singleness. She discusses a viral video by Julia Mazur, a TikTok influencer, which highlights the benefits of being single, such as not having kids and having the freedom to enjoy personal time. Dr. Kathy encourages listeners to develop an understanding of their identity in Christ and to support their children in exploring their paths, whether that includes marriage or not. Tune in to gain insights on speaking well of singleness and guiding children in their call and commitment to either marriage or being single.

On this episode of The Table with Anthony ONeal, we are tackling the topic of Marriage and what it looks like to build a Wealthy Marriage. We discuss how to handle money disagreements in your marriage, how to prepare to find a partner, and the importance of having vision not only in your finances but your relationship and how to balance it all. Don't miss out!Mentioned On Today's Show:**This show is sponsored and brought to you by Better Help!**

In today's episode, I strive to Inspire and Empower Individuals from all walks of Life to embark on a path to Inner Calmness. Discover the immense benefits of cultivating Inner Peace, such as reduced stress, improved focus, increased self-awareness, and enhanced overall well-being etc. Timestamps00:00 Introduction 00:24 Unleash the Eagle Within You.08:59 Key tools that can help us cultivate inner Peace: Meditation, Visualization, Gratitude, and Affirmations. 10:07 What is Inner Peace? 14:34 What can Inner peace do in a person's life? 15:39 Stress and Depression. 18:52 Married People and Mothers.22:11 3 Key questions I ask People.24:10 Importance of Meditation. 26:05 Self Care. 30:24 Letting Go.34:13 Inner Child.36:05 What is the Inner Child? 42:17 Closing Remarks!Unleash the Eagle Within You to soar higher with Coach Ugo Chijiutomi, “The Eagle”, your C.E.O (Chief Encouraging Officer). Here to encourage you to live life knowing your worth. You are worthy and I am here to help you embrace the best version of yourself. Visit https://ugochijiutomi.com to learn more about Coach Ugo Chijiutomi. I share 1 podcast a week and I'm interested in hearing your feedback plus what you would like to hear me talk about. Be sure to like, comment and share the videos with your friends. Be a part of the conversation and subscribe today. I love You! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About : International Speaker | Transformational Coach I UN WOMEN U.K. delegate CSW 67|Podcast Host. LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/ugo-chijiutomi-b92547226 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ugo.chijiutomi/

MERCH: http://bncmerch.com  Ad Free & Bonus Episodes: https://tmgstudios.tv  This week, Brooke and Connor are diving into their DMs to answer some of the juiciest AITA from you guys. Should you text your ex? How do you tell a coworker they smell bad? Plus, do married people get the ick? They answer all of these AND MORE, so you definitely don't want to miss out.  Highlights Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BrookeAndConnorHighlights  Email us at DearBandC@gmail.com !! If you listen on Apple Podcasts, go to: https://apple.co/bandc Go to https://HelloFresh.com/bandc16 and use code bandc16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping!  Go to https://JULIECARE.CO to learn more or find Julie at your nearest CVS, Target, or Walmart today.  B+C IG: https://www.instagram.com/bncmap/ B+C Twitter: https://twitter.com/bncmap TMG Studios YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tinymeatgang TMG Studios IG: https://www.instagram.com/realtmgstudios/ TMG Studios Twitter: https://twitter.com/realtmgstudios BROOKE https://www.instagram.com/brookeaverick https://twitter.com/ladyefron https://www.tiktok.com/@ladyefron  CONNOR https://www.instagram.com/fibula/ https://twitter.com/fibulaa https://www.tiktok.com/@fibulaa 0:00 Brooke's Got A PSA 0:38 Intro 1:13 Meeting Friends of the Pod 2:03 Pussy Talk Spench 3:43 Brooke's Show Recommendation 7:25 Premiere After Parties 9:59 Official Show Rating! 11:19 Hello Fresh 14:04 Paying For Your Own Streaming? 15:03 TV Show Hot Takes 18:50 TV Show Hit Lists 21:55 Going To Celebs Houses 23:42 Julie  25:37 Brooke's Euro Trip 28:06 Potential Celebrity Run-Ins 29:38 Attempting British Accents  31:40 More Euro Adventures 32:29 Connor's Adventures 33:08 Advice Time 34:52 AITA For Getting Burned 38:56 Blow Torch vs Thermometer 40:20 AITA: Playing Golf w/ Friend's Dad 45:57 Venmo Etiquette  46:52 Should You Text Your Ex? 48:37 AITA: Ending A Relationship 54:55 Dealing With A Work Crush 58:38 The Marriage Ick 1:00:26 AITA: Ghosting A Friend 1:01:18 AITA: Not Wanting To Hang w/ Smelly People 1:04:32 Should I Squash The Beef? 1:06:30 AITA For Not Liking Instagrams  1:08:25 See You In Bonus!!!

Life span and health span is a topic Harps thrives on, and after some recent conversations people have raised the question around studies pointing towards married people (or specifically men) living longer when they are married as opposed to being bachelors (does this apply to women too?).  Well, I knuckled down and gathered some of this so-called research from the trusty internet and thought I'd unpack some of these theories with the bachelor himself and see what we might make of the situation. Of course, we didn't completely stick to topic for the whole conversation, but when do we? Enjoy... and live long! CRAIG HARPER Website: www.craigharper.net  TIFFANEE COOK Linktree:  https://linktr.ee/rollwiththepunches/ Website: www.rollwiththepunches.com.au LinkedIn:  www.linkedin.com/in/tiffaneecook/ Facebook:  www.facebook.com/rollwiththepunchespodcast/ Instagram:  www.instagram.com/rollwiththepunches_podcast/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/tiffaneeandcoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whiskey of the Night: Jack Daniels Triple Mash We discuss Reddit's list of the 20 things straight men should not do. Why marriages don't last like they used to. The benefits of being divorce vs. being married. Women leaving marriages at a higher rate.

What does it look like to live the devout life in the context of marriage and family? In today's chapter, we learn about the sacrament of marriage and how spouses sanctify each other through their love and sacrifice. Fr. Gregory and Fr. Jacob-Bertrand highlight the obstacles and challenges of marriage and emphasize the importance of leaning on God to persevere in this life-giving vocation. To get your copy of the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/catholicclassics or text "INTRO" to 33-777. To support Ascension's free media, please consider making a financial gift at ascensionpress.com/support Please note: Introduction to the Devout Life by St. Francis De Sales contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Ted Lowe is a speaker, author, and the director of MarriedPeople.org, an organization with the mission of helping you do marriage better. Prior to founding MarriedPeople, Ted served for almost 10 years as the director of MarriedLife at North Point Community Church in Alpharetta, Georgia.   And I invited back on the show to talk to us about his latest book for married couples, called “Us In Mind: How Changing Your Thoughts Can Change Your Marriage.”  To contact Ted, please visit please visit TedLowe.com and MarriedPeople.org. -------------------- If you want to help us transform the lives of even MORE MEN for God's glory, please take a minute to leave us a helpful REVIEW on iTunes: http://www.rmcpodcast.com and SHARE this podcast with any young man (or men) you're mentoring or discipling. And make sure you don't miss an interview episode by signing up for our Man-to-Man eNewsletter at http://www.RealMenConnect.com, and grab your FREE copy of the Real Men Victory Tracker.  Are you stuck? Want to go to the next level in your marriage, career, business, or ministry?  Then maybe it's time you got a coach. ALL CHAMPIONS have one. Let me coach you to help you strengthen your faith, improve your marriage, spiritually lead your family, achieve more, balance your time, grow your ministry, or even stop an addiction. Click here for details: http://www.RMCfree.com   Also join us on: Join the Real Men 300: http://www.RealMen300.com Facebook Group: http://www.realmenuniversity.com/ YouTube: http://www.RealMenTraining.com Facebook: @realdrjoemartin Instagram: @realdrjoemartin Twitter: @professormartin

Chris speaks with a man about having an affair with a married woman he met at work and the aftermath of his decision. He opens up about getting divorced and losing friends. He also shares how his bipolar disorder affected the marriage and the importance of focusing on his mental health now.