Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , we delve into the frustration of feeling stuck in passion projects and how teamwork can be the key to moving forward. Do you find yourself starting a project but struggling to follow through? Maurice Harker discusses the importance of having a teammate, whether it's a friend, mentor, or even God, to help you stay accountable and maintain momen...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker explores the challenge of engaging in passion projects, especially within relationships. Are you ready to work towards a celestial marriage, or are you getting stuck in frustration when things don't go as planned? Maurice discusses the importance of shared accountability and passion projects, shedding light on how we often try t...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker dives into a crucial question: How can you expect others to trust and follow your lead if you haven't applied the principles to yourself first? Drawing from personal and professional experiences, Maurice explores the significance of self-accountability, especially in marriage and family relationships. He shares how looking inwar...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker tackles the challenging question many face: Should you commit to someone before they're truly ready? Maurice explains why it’s crucial to accept a partner as they are today, rather than hoping they’ll change after commitment. Using vivid metaphors about climbing and airplane safety, he shows why trusting in someone who isn’t ful...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker addresses the critical question: how can you know if your relationship is truly ready for deeper trust? Using the analogy of rock climbing and fragile bridges, Maurice explains the importance of building trust slowly and deliberately. He cautions against rushing into full trust before your partner has demonstrated real change, a...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker delves into one of the most challenging aspects of relationship recovery: learning how to trust again. He explains why trust must be earned through demonstrated, consistent changes and why it’s important not to force trust before your partner has shown themselves to be trustworthy. Maurice shares insights on cognitive intimacy,...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker addresses the common frustration many face when it comes to repairing their relationships—specifically the temptation to rush the process. Maurice explains why true healing requires a “line upon line, precept upon precept” approach, and how couples can slowly rebuild their connection. He walks through key phases such as verbal i...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker dives into the heart of marriage recovery, focusing on how couples can rebuild after catastrophic relationship breakdowns. Drawing from the Marriage Repair Workshops and Lazarus Lectures, Maurice walks through the essential phases of recovery, including why it's crucial to pause working on the marriage during a "winter season" a...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker explores the challenges many face with prayer, from feeling guilty about not kneeling to battling thoughts that prayers aren’t “good enough.” Using his own experiences and those of others, Maurice shares practical ways to strengthen your connection with God. He discusses how to push past self-doubt and satanic attacks that make...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker shares how simple practices like writing things down can make a huge difference in overcoming overwhelm. By using a "pre-flight checklist" for daily life and implementing the DPAR (Discover, Plan, Act, Reflect) process, Maurice shows how small and simple actions lead to profound personal and spiritual growth. Through stories of...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker discusses how a simple "pre-flight checklist" can be a game-changer for improving the quality of time and connection in your marriage. Using an analogy from aviation, Maurice guides a pilot through creating a checklist to ensure that his relationship with his wife is grounded in small and simple actions that make a big differenc...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker and his guests dive into how to clarify your personal tuning fork using prayer. They explore how simple, small steps can lead to profound spiritual clarity and help you stay grounded, even when others’ expectations try to pull you off track. Learn how to find answers in stillness, create a daily connection with God, and fine-tun...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker explores a common issue many women face in relationships—taking on more responsibility and blame than is truly theirs. Through insightful reflections on spiritual psychology and teachings from modern and ancient prophets, Maurice provides a guide for aligning with your personal growth while balancing self-awareness and accountab...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , we explore the often-overlooked ways men can become better providers in their marriages. Going beyond physical provision, Maurice Harker encourages men to focus on emotional, spiritual, and relational needs. From simple acts like words of affirmation to unexpected gifts—such as sharing your thoughts on paper—this episode challenges men to reth...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , we explore what it truly means to be a provider in a marriage. Maurice Harker challenges men to go beyond the basics of physical provision—like paying bills and maintaining a home—and dive into providing emotional, spiritual, and relational support. Through the lens of The Five Love Languages and personal identity statements, he encourages men...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker discusses the role of men as providers in a marriage. He challenges the traditional view that being a provider only means financial support, emphasizing the deeper, more comprehensive role men should strive for in their relationships. Maurice dives into the concept of emotional intimacy, presiding, and nurturing within a marriag...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker breaks down the importance of revising our "blueprint" for marriage. He emphasizes that most men enter marriage with a flawed, outdated vision of what their relationship should be, often leading to frustration and misunderstanding. Maurice shares practical advice for creating a new marital blueprint, based on mutual trust and gr...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker reveals the harmful impact of blaming yourself for struggles that are actually caused by external forces like Satan. He explains how self-blame prevents warrior chemistry from kicking in, leaving us defenseless. By acknowledging Satan’s presence and motives, you can unlock the power needed to protect your loved ones and fight ba...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker addresses the challenge of feeling overwhelmed and the subtle tactics Satan uses to create exhaustion and miscommunication in relationships. He walks through strategies to improve personal discernment, helping listeners catch these feelings early before they lead to harmful consequences. Maurice also emphasizes the importance of...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker addresses the idea of creating "self-inflicted pressure" to encourage personal growth and improvement in marriage. He introduces the concept of a proactive "State of the Union" approach, where partners hold themselves accountable and share their personal development openly with each other. Maurice challenges listeners to shift t...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker teaches how to sharpen our discernment to catch Satan's subtle lies before they lead us into stress, fatigue, and discouragement. Using real-life examples and interactive discussions, Maurice explores how Satan quietly introduces thoughts that trigger stress or exhaustion, and how we can learn to identify and resist them early o...

In this episode of the Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker explores the common frustration many individuals face when they expect to conquer their personal battles “once and for all.” Using analogies like a soccer team aiming for an undefeated season and lessons from sacred teachings, Maurice reminds listeners that life is filled with ongoing battles, and winning is about preparing...

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker explores the overwhelming pressure many women feel to continue fulfilling their responsibilities, even when they are physically, emotionally, or mentally burned out. Through the metaphor of a “mother dragging her foot in a cast,” Maurice vividly illustrates how women push through their own pain, tending to the needs of others at...

In this episode of the Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker addresses a common struggle for women in relationships: Why do I feel pressured to fix everything while I'm hurting? Using powerful metaphors like the “Double Burn Victim Scenario” and the “Hospital Bed,” Maurice explains why it is unrealistic—and unhealthy—to expect someone who is emotionally injured to be responsible for t...

In this episode of the Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher , Maurice Harker tackles the difficult question many women ask themselves after trauma: Why can’t I just get back to normal? Through a powerful metaphor of being hit by a truck, Maurice explains the illogical expectations placed on those who experience emotional and psychological trauma, especially after discovering a partner’s betrayal. He...