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Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
Are you feeling distant from your spouse while living under the same roof?
Frustrated by the misunderstandings or growing tension in your marriage?
Do you long to feel heard and understood but can’t seem to get through to your spouse?
Or maybe you simply miss feeling close, connected, and like you’re on the same team.
If you can relate, you’re not alone.
You can deeply love your spouse and still find yourselves caught in recurring conflict, misunderstandings, difficult conversations, or growing…
Episodes
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 231 \\ Rebuilding Spiritual Intimacy in Marriage When Your Spouse Isn't Interested with Dana Che (Part 2 of 2)
Hi friend, Have you ever desired a deeper spiritual connection with your spouse but felt like you were the only one interested? Perhaps you've tried…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 230 \\ Spiritual Intimacy in Marriage: Why Couples Drift Apart Spiritually with Dana Che (Part 1 of 2)
Hi friend, When you think about spiritual intimacy in marriage, what comes to mind? Praying together? Reading the Bible? Going to church together? But what if…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 229 \\ Say the Good You See: How Appreciation Strengthens Your Marriage
Hi friend! When was the last time you told your spouse something you genuinely appreciate about them? Not on their birthday or your anniversary, but simply…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 228 \\ How Hidden Beliefs Drive Recurring Arguments and Disconnection in Marriage
Hi friend! Many couples find themselves returning to the same argument again and again. Although the subject may change, the feelings, reactions, and eventual…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 227 \\ What Does It Really Take to Build a Lasting Marriage?
Hi friend! In this special episode of Reconnected Marriage, I’m sharing a conversation from a recent invitation to speak with the Lagos Chapter of my…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
Welcome to Reconnected Marriage: A New Chapter
You can share a home, a bed, and a busy life with your spouse, and still miss each other. You still love your spouse. You just miss feeling close. I'm David…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 226 \\ Husbands, Want to Deepen Your Connection With Your Wife? Embrace These 3 Leadership Types
Hi friend! If you’re a husband who desires to enjoy a deeper connection with his wife while also honouring God in your marriage, then this episode is for you…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 225 \\ Here Is One Five-Letter Word That Could Change the Direction of Your Marriage!
Hi friend! Are you in a tough season of marriage where you feel like you’re struggling to get through to your spouse? Or maybe you simply want to feel more…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 224 \\ Tired of a Good Spouse? 3 Reasons You Feel Disconnected in Your Marriage (Part 2)
Hi friend, Have you ever looked at your marriage and thought, “We’re doing okay, so why don’t I feel as connected to my spouse as I used to?” Maybe there’s no…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 223 \\ Tired of Your Spouse? 4 Reasons It May Not Be Your Marriage (Part 1)
Hi friend, Have you ever found yourself feeling irritated by your spouse, even though they are a good person, a faithful spouse, and someone who has done…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 222 \\ STOP Waiting for Your Spouse to Get on Board Before Working on Your Marriage! Here’s Why
Hi friend, We often hear that it takes two committed individuals to make a marriage work but what if we told you that it takes one courageous spouse willing to…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 221 \\ You Love Your Spouse. So Why Do You Keep Having the Same Exhausting Argument?
📍 Join Our Free Live Online Workshop Tired of the exhausting arguments creating distance in your marriage? Learn what to do when tension starts building so you…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 220 \\ Before It Turns Into Another Argument: The CALM Method for Marriage Conflict
📌 Join Our Free Live Online Workshop Tired of the exhausting arguments in your marriage? Learn what to do when tension starts building so you can restore…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 219 \\ 4 Things Husbands Wish Their Wives Would Stop Doing (And What to Do Instead)
Hi friend! Today, we’re diving into one of those topics that might feel a little uncomfortable—but that’s exactly why it’s so important to talk about. Every…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 218 \\ 4 Things Wives Wish Their Husbands Would Stop Doing (And What to Do Instead)
Hi friend! Marriage is a beautiful journey—but let’s be honest, it’s not always easy. Between work, life, and everyday routines, we can slip into habits we…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 217 \\ Want a Stronger and Happier Marriage? Focus on These 3 Areas of Growth
Hi friend, Want a stronger and happier marriage? Growth is essential. In this episode, we share three essential areas of growth that can help you build a…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 216 \\ Frustrated by Marriage Conflicts? Here Are 3 Virtues You Need
Hi friend! In today’s episode, we delve into 3 virtues that you need in your marriage to keep the peace. Many of us do well with the first two, but the last…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 215 \\ One Simple Shift That Can Strengthen Your Marriage (Even If You're Short on Time)
Hi friend! Feel like you’re juggling a million things—kids, work, home life—and your marriage sometimes takes the backseat? In this episode, you will discover…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 214 \\ The Courage to Reconnect: Partnering with God for a Stronger Marriage
Hi friend, If you’ve been married for a while, you already know this truth: staying connected as a couple goes far beyond paying the bills, keeping the home…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 213 \\ 3 Overlooked Ways to Show Love to Your Spouse That Matter More Than You Think
Hi friend! Looking for ways to show love to your spouse this week? In this episode, we’re diving into 3 intentional ways to express love in your marriage that…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 212 \\ 5 Thoughtful Questions to Strengthen Connection and Emotional Intimacy in Marriage
Hi friend! When was the last time you asked your spouse a question that made them pause and feel truly seen? In this episode, we're diving into 5 endearing…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 211 \\ Is Your Phone Competing With Your Spouse? How to Reconnect and Strengthen Your Marriage
Hi friend! It’s always with us—our phones. They wake us up, keep us company, and fill every quiet moment. But what happens when that constant connection starts…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 210 \\ One Ingredient Your Marriage Needs for More Connection & Intimacy: Rest
Hi friend! Let’s talk about something often overlooked—but essential—for a healthy, thriving marriage: REST. Not just physical rest, but the kind that restores…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 209 \\ Angry With Your Spouse? Don’t Respond Yet. Ask Yourself These 5 Questions First
Hi friend! Are you in a place in your marriage where you’re feeling deeply upset with your spouse? Are you feeling so angry with your spouse about something…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 208 \\ Marriage Conflict Management: 5 Essential Things You Need to Know
Hi friend! We cannot tell you that you will never experience conflict in marriage but what we can tell you is that if you know how to manage conflict or…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 207 \\ About to Have a Difficult Conversation in Marriage? Here Are 5 Phrases to Try
Hi friend! Have you ever avoided a difficult conversation with your spouse, hoping to keep the peace, only to feel the tension build up over time? You’re not…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 206 \\ How To Get Your Spouse To Pay More Attention To You Without Starting a Fight
Hi friend! As spouses and individuals, we want to feel seen in our marriages. When it seems like our spouses are not paying attention to us the way we desire…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 205 \\ The Hidden Habit That’s Keeping You from a Deeper Marriage Connection
Hi friend! We all know that building a thriving marriage takes effort. And when we think about strengthening our relationships, we often jump straight to the…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 204 \\ What to Do When Your Spouse Isn’t Meeting Your Needs in Marriage
Hi friend, Feeling like your needs aren’t being met in your marriage? Wondering if love is starting to feel one-sided? You’re not alone—and you need a P.L.A.N…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 203 \\ When Your Spouse Isn’t Listening: 2 Communication Mistakes That Could Be Getting in the Way
Hi friend, Have you ever tried to express something important to your spouse—only to feel like your words aren’t landing? That disconnect can be incredibly…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 202 \\ Feeling Misunderstood in Your Marriage? 3 Possible Reasons (And What to Do Instead)
Hi friend! Are you feeling frustrated by the growing misunderstandings in your marriage—like no matter how hard you try, you and your spouse keep missing each…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
Listen Deeply: The Communication Skill That Makes Your Partner Feel Truly Heard | CourageoUS Love Challenge (Week 8)
Hi friend, One of the greatest gifts you can give your spouse is to truly listen. In this episode, David explores how deep, intentional listening can improve…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
Practice Affirmation: The Words That Build Trust and Strengthen Connection in Your Marriage | CourageoUS Love Challenge (Week 7)
Hi friend, Affirmation is one of the most powerful ways to strengthen emotional connection in your marriage. In this episode, David shares how intentional…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
Lead with Compassion: The Mindset Shift That Transforms Your Marriage | CourageoUS Love Challenge (Week 6)
Hi friend, Transformation often begins in the quiet space of your thoughts. In this episode, David explores how compassionate thinking can shape your actions…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
Elevate Your Spouse: The Small Acts That Restore Connection in Your Marriage | CourageoUS Love Challenge (Week 5)
Hi friend, When distance enters a marriage, encouragement and appreciation are often the first things to fade. In this episode, David explores how small…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
Take Responsibility: The Courageous Step That Changes the Direction of Your Marriage | CourageoUS Love Challenge (Week 4)
It’s easy to believe change will happen when circumstances improve—or when the other person changes first. But lasting transformation often begins somewhere…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
From Blame to Understanding: The Perspective Shift That Rekindles Connection | CourageoUS Love Challenge (Week 3)
Hi friend, Connection often begins with perspective. In this episode, David shares how changing the way he viewed his spouse—and his role in the…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
Letting Go of Limiting Beliefs: The Lies Creating Distance in Your Marriage | CourageoUS Love Challenge (Week 2)
Hi friend, Every marriage is shaped by the beliefs we carry—some bring hope, while others quietly create distance. In this episode, David explores how limiting…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
Stop the Drift: How One Courageous Choice Can Reset Your Marriage | CourageoUS Love Challenge (Week 1)
Hi friend, Marriage drift doesn’t happen all at once—it happens quietly. In this first episode of the CourageoUS Love Challenge, David shares the moment that…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 193 \\ Unity & Boundaries: Protecting Your Marriage with the Right People and Practices
Hi friend, The men who came to David were united, disciplined, and brought provision—support that strengthened the mission. Marriage needs that too: unity…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 192 \\ Understanding Your Marriage Season: Knowing What to Do in This Chapter of Your Relationship
Hi friend, The sons of Issachar were known for understanding the times and knowing what to do. Many couples don’t fail from lack of love—they struggle because…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 191 \\ Relationship Skills: Becoming a Skilled Spouse for a Stronger Marriage
Hi friend, David’s supporters weren’t only loyal—they were trained, ready, and dependable. What if your marriage didn’t just need more love, but better skills?…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 190 \\ Covenant Loyalty: Staying Connected in Marriage When You Feel Emotionally Distant
Hi friend, When marriage feels distant, it’s easy to withdraw, keep score, or assume the worst. In 1 Chronicles 11–12, people supported David before his story…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 189 \\ New Year, Stronger Us: Building Your Marriage Support System
Hi friend, Want to start the new year with a marriage reset that actually lasts? In this January 1 episode, David unpacks how 1 Chronicles 11–12 reveals the…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 188 \\ Hope, Joy, Peace & Love: Encouragement for Your Marriage During the Christmas Season
Hi friend, Merry Christmas! Here is a message of hope, joy, peace and love for your marriage. We pray this episode blesses you:)…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 187 \\ How One Habit Can Change the Direction of Your Marriage
Hi friend! As we move through different seasons of marriage and life, it’s easy to find yourself focusing more on what’s not working than on what is—especially…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 186 \\ Our Book Launch: A Couple's First Ten Years Is Officially Here!
Hi friend! Today’s episode is a short but very exciting one — because our brand-new marriage book, A Couple’s First Ten Years, has officially launched! In this…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 185 \\ Rebuilding Connection Through God’s Guidance: Courageous Moves for a Connected Marriage
Hi friend, If you’ve been married for a while, you already know this truth: staying connected as a couple goes far beyond paying the bills, keeping the home…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 184 \\ Feeling Furious With Your Spouse? Pause and Ask These 5 Questions First
Hi friend! Are you in a season of marriage where you feel deeply hurt or upset by something your spouse has said or done? Maybe you’re overwhelmed with anger…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 183 \\ On the Verge of Giving Up on Your Marriage? Here are 5 Tips to Try
Hi friend! Are you on the verge of giving up on your marriage? Have you been facing difficult challenges that are weighing you down? Does it seem like you are…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 182 \\ New Marriage Book: A Couple’s First Ten Years is Launching Soon! (Access a Free Chapter Today)
Hi friend! In today’s short and exciting announcement episode, we’re sharing some big news — our brand-new marriage book, A Couple’s First Ten Years, is…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 181 \\ Overcoming Fear Together: Trusting God in Your Marriage
Hi friend! Have you ever noticed how fear shows up in marriage? It’s not always loud or dramatic. Sometimes fear whispers. It looks like withholding how you…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 180 \\ Faith Beyond Sunday: Bringing What You Believe into Your Marriage
Hi friend, Faith is more than a Sunday-morning declaration—it’s a daily walk. In this episode, we unpack what “living out your faith” really means, especially…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 179 \\ Who Do You Say Your Spouse Is? Seeing Each Other Through God’s Eyes in Marriage
Hi friend! Have you ever noticed how the way you see your spouse shapes the way you treat them? When you focus only on their flaws, your words can become sharp…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 178 \\ 5 Practical Ways to Reaffirm Love and Deepen Intimacy in Marriage
Hi friend! “Do you love me?” Jesus asked Peter this question three times by the fire—not because He doubted Peter’s heart, but because He wanted Peter to say…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 177 \\ Are You Really Listening? How to Hear Your Spouse’s Heart
Hi friend! Have you ever been in a conversation with your spouse where you walked away thinking, “They just don’t get me”? Or maybe you thought you were…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 176 \\ Stop Waiting: Taking Responsibility to Restore Your Marriage
Hi friend! Have you ever gone through a season in marriage where things just felt… off? Maybe a little distant, a little disconnected, or just kind of stuck?…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 175 \\ 3 “Easily Overlooked” Habits Blocking a Deeper Connection in Marriage (It’s Probably Not What You Think)
Hi friend, Even when there aren’t any “big” problems, couples can still feel a quiet distance. In this episode, we unpack three easily overlooked…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 174 \\ How to Express Yourself in Marriage Without Causing Conflict
Hi friend! Do you ever feel like when you try to share your feelings with your spouse, it doesn’t land the way you intended? Maybe you’re simply trying to…
- Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
EP 173 \\ Husbands, Want to Grow Closer to Your Wife? Embrace These 3 Leadership Types
Hi friend! If you’re a husband who desires to enjoy a deeper connection with his wife while also honouring God in your marriage, then this episode is for you…