Brave Marriage Podcast

Today, we’re talking about 3 ways to build trust in your marriage. Mentioned in this episode: Growing in Self-Awareness PDF Courageous Conversations - Sign up today! John Gottman’s Sound Marital House Special thanks for contributing to the podcast: Music : John Tibbs Music Producing + Editing : Evan Duszynski If you enjoyed this episode, please consider: Leaving a rating + review on Apple Podcasts...

Do you have a traditional marriage, a modern marriage, or a covenant marriage? Listen in to thoughtfully consider the type(s) of marriage you’ve committed to - and what it looks like to commit to a covenant marriage. Mentioned in this episode: Courageous Conversations - Sign up today! John Gottman’s Sound Marital House A Model for Marriage - Jack & Judith Balswick Special thanks for contributi...

Join us October 19th for this workshop!

What does it mean to commit to each other wholeheartedly? It means committing to one person, our spouse, & forsaking all others for the rest of our days. Listen in to see if you’re wholeheartedly committed in these 3 areas. Mentioned in this episode: Courageous Conversations - Sign up today! John Gottman’s Sound Marital House Special thanks for contributing to the podcast: Music : John Tibbs M...

There are 3 crucial elements of building a strong friendship in marriage. Today, we’re talking about the third - turning toward your spouse instead of away. Listen & take action on the challenge at the end with 1 thing you can do today to make a difference in your marriage. Mentioned in this episode: Courageous Conversations - Sign up today! John Gottman’s Sound Marital House Special thanks fo...

There are 3 crucial elements of building a strong friendship in marriage. Today, we’re talking about the second - how to think fondly of your spouse and grow in mutual admiration. Listen in for 3 practical steps toward more fondness and admiration in your marriage. Mentioned in this episode: Courageous Conversations - Sign up today! John Gottman’s Sound Marital House Special thanks for contributin...

There are 3 crucial elements of building a strong friendship in marriage. Today, we’re talking about the first - how to build love maps. Listen in to see what it’s all about and to take action on the exercises at the end! Mentioned in this episode: Courageous Conversations - Sign up today! John Gottman’s Sound Marital House Special thanks for contributing to the podcast: Music : John Tibbs Music P...

What’s the secret to building a strong marriage? Listen in & take mental note of each step in the marriage-building process. Cheesy, I know - but hopefully memorable! Mentioned in this episode: Courageous Conversations - Sign up today! John Gottman’s Sound Marital House Special thanks for contributing to the podcast: Music : John Tibbs Music Producing + Editing : Evan Duszynski Tagged: brave m...

Listen in as this couple talks about doing marriage with intention, growing individually, and leading lives that honor and glorify God. To sign up for a Courageous Conversations Workshop this fall (9/24 or 10/26), visit: bravemarriage.com/courageous-conversations Mentioned in this episode: BMP Ep. #025 - “Thank You” Couples Coaching - Get started! Courageous Conversations - Sign up today! Special...

Year 7: Our last episode in the 7 Lessons in 7 Years series! Today, we’re talking all things Enneagram using Beth McCord’s (Your Enneagram Coach) new couples assessment - we hope you enjoy! Below are some of the best resources on the Enneagram: Enneagram Overview + In-Depth Look: Enneagram Institute - enneagraminstitute.com Enneagram Worldwide - enneagramworldwide.com Books: Becoming Us by Beth &a...

Year 6: What we learned when life didn’t go as planned. We hope it’s helpful to you. Mentioned in this episode: 40 Intentional Questions to Ask Your Spouse Walking through Infertility, In Her Company Special thanks to… Music : John Tibbs Music Podcast Editing : Evan Duszynski

Year 5: The middle of a difficult season can feel long, hard, and messy. It can also be the perfect opportunity to take pause and ask yourself and each other some very intentional questions. Download these questions for free! Please leave us comments, questions, or feedback at 502-221-3845. Special thanks to… Music : John Tibbs Music @johntibbsmusic Podcast Editing : Evan Duszynski

Year 4: It’s possible to grieve the same experience differently. In fact, it’s probable. Listen in as Kensi and Evan discuss their pregnancy loss and infertility journey, and how they came together despite their differences in emotion and experience of grief. If you’d like to work with Kensi through grief counseling for pregnancy loss, contact her here . If you’ve experienced something similar or...

Year 3: One of the most important lessons we’ve learned in our marriage thus far. Mutually empowering each other to grow has led us closer to our dreams; toward greater personal growth; & it’s increased the intimacy between us & the safety we feel in relationship with one another. We pray the same for your marriage! Be sure to text the text machine with your thoughts, questions, & feed...

Year 2: Listen in as Kensi admits to how immature & unrealistic she was at the start of her marriage! Thankful for God’s grace & growing up together. Be sure to text the text machine with your thoughts, questions, & feedback to (502) 221-3845! Interested in the Courageous Conversations workshops coming up this fall? Get the dates here . Special thanks to… Music : John Tibbs Music @john...

Year 1: This summer, we’re taking a break from our regular programming…join Kensi + Evan as they reflect on each of the last 7 years of marriage together! Be sure to text the text machine with your thoughts, questions, & feedback to (502) 221-3845! Interested in the Courageous Conversations workshops coming up this fall? Get the dates here . Special thanks to… Music : John Tibbs Music @johntib...

It’s time we heard from YOU! Thanks to all those who called in + left messages & reviews! The giveaway winners are… Free Book on the Marriage Topic of Your Choice: Emmy L. M.W.J. Kayleen B. $50 Date Night Gift Card: Cissy M. Shelby T. 30-Min. Q+A with Kensi: Megan B. $100 Brave Marriage Gift Certificate: Carrie R. Special thanks to… Music : John Tibbs Music @johntibbsmusic Podcast Editing : Ev...

On a special episode of BMP, my husband Evan hosts & interviews me for a behind-the-scenes look here at Brave Marriage. Oh, and we’re celebrating 1 YEAR of BMP with a 7-WINNER GIVEAWAY! Everything from marriage books to date nights to Brave Marriage gift cards! Anyway, listen in - we hope you enjoy! Music : John Tibbs Music @johntibbsmusic Podcast Editing : Evan Duszynski

Happy Birthday, Brave Marriage Podcast! WALL OF GRATITUDE: My Amazing Launch Team: Taylor, Ashlyn, Lahni, Maddi, Kelcie, Kindra, Lindsay, Emily, Maddi, Mom My Friend, Musician : John Tibbs My Husband, Encourager, Tech Support + Podcast Editor : Evan Duszynski Collaborations: Lindsay Davenport Photography Wonder Women Podcast with Rachel Collier Bridal Bliss Magazine

Our fourth & final episode in the Mental Health Awareness Series, emotional reasoning is a cognitive distortion affecting many marriages today. Tune in to find out how you might be engaging in emotional reasoning & what to do differently! If you enjoyed this episode, please: Subscribe! Share on your favorite social media platform! Rate & review on iTunes! Music : John Tibbs Music @john...

Did you know that labeling can be a form of cognitive distortion? Listen in to find out how labeling can affect your relationship - and what to do about it. (This is the third episode in our Mental Health Awareness series). Mentioned on this Episode: John Gottman’s 4 Horsemen of the Marital Apocalypse Boundaries in Marriage by Henry Cloud & John Townsend If you enjoyed this episode, please: Su...

All OR Nothing Thinking: Have you ever heard yourself say to your spouse, “you always…” or “you never…”? If so, then chances are good that you are engaging in all-or-nothing thinking. Tune in to learn what all-or-nothing thinking is, how it can affect your marriage, and 3 ways to combat all-or-nothing thinking in your own mind - for the betterment of your mental health & your relationship! If...

Happy Mother’s Day weekend! To those of you for whom this weekend will be hard, this episode is for you. If you have friends or family affected by pregnancy loss or infertility, feel free to share this episode - it will mean more to them than you know. Want to write in? Feel free to do so: kensi@bravemarriage.com

Oh hey May! It’s Mental Health Awareness Month, and over the next 4 weeks, we will take a look at 3 cognitive distortions that impact many of our marriages. Join us to learn how to observe your own self-talk, how to identify your thought patterns, and how to renew your thoughts for the betterment of your mental and emotional health, & subsequently, your marriage relationship. Mentioned on this...

I’m answering more of your questions about sex on this week’s episode! Mentioned on this episode: FREE Sex Resource List Upcoming Healthy Sexuality Course bravemarriage.com/sex Dual Control Model of Sexual Arousal If you enjoyed this episode, please: Subscribe! Share on your favorite social media platform! Rate & review on iTunes! Music : John Tibbs Music @johntibbsmusic Podcast Editing : Evan...