Marriage Unhindered

Struggling after an affair? Doug relays different methods to heal your relationship and forgive after a betrayal. 

Doug is joined by his guests Jonathan and Alexandra Marcotte to talk about emotionally focused therapy and how it can help couples. They discuss Attachment Theory and what it brings to the science of healing marriages.

Doug shares his favorite moments from the National Eucharistic Congress. He discusses how to bring the Eucharist into our marriage and parallels between the Eucharist and marriage.

Doug continues his discussion on Borderline Personality Disorder. What can you do to help you spouse if they have BPD and what kind of help should you get if you struggle with it?

Doug Hinderer is joined by fellow Relevant Radio hosts Timmerie Geagea, Patrick Conley and later on Patrick Madrid as they talk about their experience at the National Eucharistic Congress. 

Live from the National Eucharistic Congress from Indianapolis: Chant with Joe Daly from Floriani, Revitalizing Sacred Music in America Mike Aqualina from Scepter Publishers: Catholic Books for Spiritual Growth Katie Hinderer from Rosebud Social Eucharistic Marriage

Live from the National Eucharistic Congress from Indianapolis with Amanda Smith.

Live from the National Eucharistic Congress from Indianapolis with Monica Hinderer.

Doug shares marriage advice from Alice Von Hildebrand, author of By Love Refined: Letters to a Young Bride. He also discusses what to do when one spouse is growing in their faith, and the other is not. Plus: 5 phrases that can turn your marriage around.   By Love Refined: Letters to a Young Bride https://sophiainstitute.com/product/by-love-refined/

Doug unpacks 7 ways to build emotional intimacy in marriage. He also discusses the importance of obedience in marriage.

Doug continues his discussion on Borderline Personality Disorder. What can you do to help you spouse if they have BPD and what kind of help should you get if you struggle with it?

What is Borderline Personality Disorder? Doug describes what BPD is and how to better understand and handle it. He also takes calls from listeners whos loved ones struggle with BPD.  

Doug continues his discussion on what a Narcissist is and how to love them?  

What is a Narcissist? How do you love a narcissist? Doug unpacks 6 ways you can survive being married to a narcissist. Do not take it personally. Narcissists do not live in reality. Don’t argue with a narcissist. Know yourself. Your best defense is a strong sense of self confidence. Let go from your need for approval. Look for support elsewhere. Look for encouragement from friends and at church Fo...

Doug is joined by Monica Hinderer LCPC to discuss 10 difficult conversations you need to have with your children. Why are parents scared to have deep conversations with their children? How do you talk to your child about abortion? Why are children scared of their parents? Doug and Monica answer these questions and more. 

How do I heal after heartbreak when I thought I met the man I would marry? What are ways I can show respect for my husband when it is difficult? My husband listens to his family instead of me. What should I do? Doug answers these questions and more on Marriage Unhindered   Resource mentioned: Bloom for Catholic Women https://www.bloomforcatholicwomen.com/  

How do you forgive? Doug reviews what forgiveness is and how to actually put it into practice. 

Doug continues his talk on the four loves and dives into Agape - Unconditional love. He also takes listener calls on untruthful spouses, the sin of divorce, and second guessing a separation.

Doug unpacks the four loves necessary for a happy marriage: love of friendship, kindness, physical love and sacrificial love. How do you tell your spouse you are lonely? If your spouse does something wrong, how can you still have their back? Doug answers these questions and more.

Doug explains what the four Horsemen of the Apocalypse are in a relationship, and how damaging these behaviors can be. He also discusses how to resolve the conflict that arises from these behaviors. 

Doug discusses how vanity and pride can affect marriage. He also answers listener emails on how to deal with spouses who don’t respect their partner, or are verbally abusive. And how do you deal with a narcissist?

Doug tackles the different ways that pride can affect marriage and gives practical ways to overcome this vice. He also takes listener questions on what to do if your spouse doesn't want to spend time with you. 

Doug is joined by Therapist Monica Hinderer to discuss addiction and substance abuse problems in marriage. Listeners call in with their questions and struggles ranging from spouses with addictions to sex, alcohol and drugs. Doug and Monica give keen insights to what can help in these troubling situations.

Doug continues his discussion on conflict in marriage. He shares what St. Thomas More can teach us about marriage. Callers weigh in with their questions and success stories from their marriages.

Doug discusses conflict management and conflict patterns in Marriage. He gives practical tools and advice for the challenges that show up in marriage. Doug shares the keys to forgiveness and how we can show our spouse that we really do forgive them.