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What if the distance in your marriage isn't because you've grown apart—but because you were never given the right information about relationships? In this candid conversation with Ellen, I share the simple steps that can turn tension into warmth, distance into desire, and a strug ...  Show more

What does it feel like for a husband when control disappears from a marriage? You heard Stella's side of the story a few weeks ago. Today's episode offers a rare glimpse from the other side—her husband's. Elijah opens up about the early years of their marriage, when broken trust, ...  Show more

What makes a great marriage, or even a good marriage? Today we're talking to Frances Mayes, bestselling author of the mega-hit novel Under the Tuscan Sun which has been a touchpoint for women going through any kind of life change or reinvention for nearly 30 years. Now Frances ha ...  Show more

How do you show your mate kindness when you don't feel like it? Sean and Lanette Reed speak with Jim Daly about how all of us need grace and a chance to grow sometimes. Also, John asks Greg Smalley about how grace has strengthened his marriage. Find us online at focusonthefamily. ...  Show more

When was the last time you and your spouse discussed where you want to be in 3 - 5 years? Erin Smalley addresses how a lot of couples are struggling with a sense of vision today. Also, Jim Daly speaks to Sean and Lanette Reed about how they've learned to set goals in their marria ...  Show more

Repentance is sometimes the key you need to take your marriage to the next level. Greg Smalley defines what true repentance is. Then, Jim Daly talks with Dr. Ron Welch about a time he realized he needed to change the way he was treating his wife Jan.   Find us online at focusonth ...  Show more