Marriage Talk

Sheldon and Valerie talk about heading towards the “potholes” in our relationships rather than avoiding them. 

Sheldon and Valerie talk about some ways we can celebrate our spouse on Valentine's day and everyday throughout the year.

Sheldon and Valerie talk about some mental health myths and some things we can do if we or our loved one is struggling. Here is the link to the article mentioned in this episode. https://www.crossway.org/articles/5-myths-about-mental-illness/?utm_source=Crossway+Marketing&utm_campaign=b29a9fc372-20230918+History+-+Puritan+Women+Debunk+3&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_0275bcaa4b-9fa497e845...

Sheldon and Valerie talk about reactive and responsive communication and the impact they have on our marriages.

Sheldon and Valerie talk about the principle of sowing and reaping and how those things can get mixed up in marriage. 

Sheldon and Valerie talk about some things that can help us navigate change well and come out the other side stronger and closer. 

As 2023 draws to a close we are replaying the top 3 most listened to shows from the past year. Here is #1 - Episode 15 “Teddy’s Beautiful Life.”  ​​Sheldon and Valerie talk with Shaylee and Levi Durston about the loss of their son and God's faithfulness through it all.

As 2023 draws to a close we are replaying the top 3 most listened to shows from the past year. Here is #2 - Episode 19 “Doing Marriage well with Neil and Sharol.” 

Sheldon and Valerie talk about spiritual pathways, different ways we can connect and draw close to God. 

Sheldon and Valerie chat with FamilyLife Canada staff couple, Matt and Josie Jaggers, about ways they have intentionally sought more of Christ in their lives and marriage. Check out their blog post for practical ideas on bringing more of Christ into your marriage this Christmas season.

Sheldon and Valerie have a conversation with Matt and Josie Jaggers about their marriage journey and lessons about conflict, getting healthy personally and the “marriage mirror”. 

Sheldon and Valerie talk about signs of a disengaged spouse and some things we can do to engage. Here is the blog from Drs. Les and Leslie Parrot that is referred to in this episode - https://www.symbis.com/blog/my-spouse-is-disengaged-from-our-marriage-what-can-i-do/

Sheldon and Valerie talk about the undercurrent messages that might be affecting how we think about and see our spouse and marriage.

Sheldon and Valerie interview Derrick and Kasia Moncrief about their marriage journey being a professional athlete.

Sheldon and Valerie talk about the idea of creating an atmosphere of fun and flirtiness in our relationships.

Sheldon and Valerie continue their conversation from Patrick Lencioni’s Ideal Team Player conversation to talk about examples of what it looks like when we are lacking in a significant way one or more of the humble, hungry and smart virtues. 

Sheldon and Valerie talk about The Marriage Meeting. What it is and how it has helped them and so many other couples. The Marriage Meeting Blog - By Sharol Josephson - www.familylifecanada.com/meeting

Sheldon and Valerie talk about the why, what and how of thankfulness and gratitude. Link to Billy Graham article mentioned in the episode. https://billygraham.org/story/how-to-be-thankful-in-all-things

Sheldon and Valerie Talk about Patrick Lencioni’s concept of being an Ideal Team Player and how that relates to our relationships. 

Sheldon and Valerie talk about decision making. We all have decision making styles which can have an impact on our marriages.

Sheldon and Valerie talk about ways we can help a friend who is struggling in their marriage.

Sheldon and Valerie talk about some ways to improve our conflict so it is healthy and helpful.

Sheldon and Valerie talk about trust. Why it’s important and how they have built trust in their marriage.

Sheldon and Valerie interview Matt Cline, founder of Restored Ministries, about the effects that pornography and sexual addiction has on a marriage and how to find freedom and healing.   Restored Ministries - https://www.restoredministries.ca Pure Victory Podcast - https://www.restoredministries.ca/purevictor Pure Freedom Community - https://purefc.ca/