Marriage Unhindered

Doug continues his discussion on what the Catholic Church teaches about marriage: Marriage is a spiritual endeavor; Marriage is indissoluble; Marriage is unitive and procreative. He also shares why we entrust ourselves on the intercession of Mary, the mother of God and gives advice to callers with their questions on marriage.

Doug shares what the Church teaches about Marriage as a vocation, a path to holiness and a field for developing virtue. What do you do when one spouse is more devout? What if you are married to someone who is emotionally unavailable? Doug answers these questions and more.

Doug discusses the three pillars of a good marriage: managing conflict, nurturing and keeping the love alive, and practicing forgiveness.

Check out this great show from May 18, 2024, in preparation for Doug's live weekday show starting this Monday from 5:00pm-6:00pm central time! You won't want to miss it!

(4:28) Doug Discuss a Gospel reading from Mk 10:46-52 and helps us understand how this passage can help your Marriage. (18:29) Break 1 Doug continues his discussion on the Gospel readings. And highlights the importance of asking in your marriage oppose to try to read your spouse’s mind. (32:49) Break 2 Doug shares a story of a couple who he helped which he gave a 1% chance of working out. (36:37)...

Doug discusses the example of St. Rita and how to handle being married to a difficult person (4:58) Dynamic Catholic - Surrender our will to God (8:30) Trustful Surrender to Divine Providence (14:46) CALLER – Michael - I was struggling in my marriage for a long time but what helped me out was a book Lila Miller has called impossible marriages redeemed. (16:34) Break 1 (18:04) CALLER – Dave - I thi...

Special guest Monica Hinderer joins Doug to discuss the topic of raising children as a united front. Contact Monica At: Website: https://www.monicahinderer.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_hinderer_lcpc?igsh=YWYybGVrc28zYnNi Doug discusses 3 points on how to help you raise your children. (4:51) – Determine the end and keep it in sight when raising kids. (9:17) – how to motivate you...

(5:14) – Doug discusses: Feel –> Think ->  Do Which occurs in Marriage (22:20) Break 1 Dug discusses a book called Resilient Relationships and 6 features of a good relationships and how it relates with the four different kinds of love. (28:11) Doug shares his list. 1. Commitment – 2. Empathy – 3.  Humility – 4. Forgiveness. (34:39) Break 2 (35:40) Cindy - my husband and I like to use humor a...

[Encore Show from March 9, 2024!]

Part 2: Bob Atwell re-joins Doug to discuss divorce. (16:36) Break 1 Caller – Anne – Oregon - Should I divorce my husband? I get different opinions from different priests. I married a man who is Catholic but now, 30 years later God is not in his life. He is a narcissist. Everything is all about money and football. Caller – Belle - My husband and I are living like roommates. I want to go to counsel...

Bot Atwell joins Doug to discuss growing up in a divorced home. (19:36) Break 1 Linda - Divorce affects even grown children. Divorce is very hard. Linda is divorced. Susanna - What about children that grew up / are growing up in a situation where the parents are always fighting? (33:51) Gavin - Widower - Any information on children that grow up in single parent household where the other parent is...

(8:28) #4 No marriage can last or survive without forgiveness (16:47) Break 1 (22:31) Heroic love of a wife (25:36) Caller - Mary Alice - I was married long ago and it ended in divorce and annulment. My biggest mistake was he was not Catholic. (31:38) Caller - Richard - Seeking help is so true. My wife and I have been married 14 years and we went into Marriage therapy which helped out so much. Cro...

How does the sacrifice of Jesus on the Cross relate to Marriage? Doug emphasizes 6 points to help your marriage thought this show. (10:51) – Steve - I've been married for 37 years; I'm going through a lot of pain.  We haven't had much of a marriage for 16 years, been through counseling, retrouvaille.  My wife doesn't want to live as husband/wife anymore.  What to do? (18:34) Break 1 (23:59) – Jim...

(0:00) Segment 1 (4:57) Email - How do I know what to let go of... (8:51) Email - Silent treatment.... (11:41) The need to become securely attached to our spouse (17:37) Segment 2 (18:20) The different attachment styles - negative and positive (24:15) Health benefits of a healthy attachment style (28:49) How to listen to your spouse (32:07) Segment 3 (33:11) Caller - Mary - How can I be a better l...

(5:01) – Doug helps Shannon discern who to Marry? (10:22) – Doug discusses how emotions and behaviors are connected in a relationship. (14:32) Break 1 (16:10) - How to improve your marriage without the help of your spouse? Doug shares 4 secrets. Becky - Loves the title of the show today! (23:37) – (Continued) How to improve your marriage without the help of your spouse? Doug shares 4 secrets. (33:...

(0:00) Segment 1 (3:28) Marriage Unhindered Website and Marriage Tune Up Course (6:34) Signs of an emotionally unavailable spouse (12:47) Caller - Shannon – Does her anxiety mean she was rushing into getting married? (20:27) Break (21:00) Segment 2 (22:53) Client that had issues with being emotionally unavailable had childhood trauma (27:42) Caller - Bridgette – Son’s marriage ended what should sh...

(0:00) Introduction (2:12) Segment 1: Forgiveness (5:07 ) Story of forgiveness through affairs. Forgiveness is a commandment (17:23) Segment 2 – St Augustine quote (19:04) Call – Glen - 'I forgive you, but I don't forget' (28:28) Drop the weights of past hurts (34:05) Segment 3 - Internationalforgivness.com (39:23) Call - Fay - Story of Forgiveness (42:20) Call - Jane - Asked about forgiveness and...

(0:33) intro (5:43) - Storge – Affection (9:06) – Gratitude and it’s importance Focus on the Positive (12:08) Francesca – Allowance for husband and wife to lessen financial arguments (19:16) Break 1 (25:42) - Email – Woman married to a narcissist for 40 years (33:35) Break 2 (39:34) - Phone Call – Friend married to narcissist who is addicted to Porn. Is this a sacramental marriage?

 (5:58) Agape Love and characteristics of saints Sandra - Taking care of 2-1/2-year-old grandson with special needs. Wants to make sure that she navigates things correctly with her husband throughout this time. (15:58) Doug talks about how saint Rita can help with our relationships. (18:12) Break 1 Diana - Would like to comment on how marriage has helped her grow in virtue. Cathy - Wants to know a...

4 different kinds of Love (19:47) Break 1 Greg - called in to thank Doug for a great show Look for a person who can fight fair (35:18) Break 2 Amy called in to ask if we grow out of issues if married young (42:07) – Kailee called about dating older man who had been married twice already. Best of the week – Into the Fool Proof Test – Ask your family and friends.

(2:38) Forgiveness isn’t optional, it’s a commandment. (12:07) Scott - Wanted to comment about forgiveness. It is a choice. (13:03) – Paul - Comment about forgiveness. Married for 32 years. Wife's idea of calling a truce. (19:41) Break 1 (21:48) - 4 Steps in the forgiveness process. (30:51) – Sandra - How to deal with the betrayal of husband having an 'emotional affair'? Married 35 years. (37:10)...

(3:10) – Conflict cannot be eliminated; it must be managed (9:44) – email. Wife writing in about the way they correct the children (17:20)– The way the devil attacks spouses (20:29) Break 1 Deep love and friendship (32:08) - email. Wife growing in her faith. Husband does not practice. Break 2 (37:56) Call. Mel. “For someone who is a distancer, how can I improve my relations.” (46:48) Scott - In my...

Struggling in your marriage? You found the right show. Marriage Unhindered is here to help you navigate your relationship. Today we cover everything from patience to "gentle conversations" Check it out!  David - Married 34 years and very happy and would like to share some experiences. Natalie - I am divorced and feel guilty about what happened. How do I deal with this? (18:08) Break 1 Young Thomas...