Secure Marriage

If you’ve found yourself wondering why the attraction you once felt has faded, you’re not alone. It also doesn’t always mean your marriage is beyond repair. On today’s episode, Shannon and I talk about what changing attraction can really be telling you, how emotional disconnection often shapes physical attraction, and what it looks like to […]

Life is made up of seasons, and every season asks something different of your marriage. As Shannon and I enter a new chapter ourselves, we talk about the changes we’re experiencing, what we’re learning, and why embracing new seasons with intention matters. If your relationship feels different than it used to, we hope this conversation […]

When you’re hurt or frustrated, it’s easy for your thoughts to turn into accusations and internal statements of blame. In this episode, Shannon and I talk about why accusations are so damaging to emotional safety, even when the pain behind them is real. We explore why accusations shut you down emotionally, what they’re often trying […]

2026 feels like a fresh page, and maybe you’re sensing a desire for more—more connection, more laughter, more shared experiences with the person you love. Adventures don’t have to be big or expensive to change a marriage, but they do have to be intentional. In this episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, Shannon and I […]

Forgiving your husband after he’s caused deep emotional pain can feel overwhelming. You may want healing, but you don’t want to excuse what happened or rush past the hurt you’re still carrying. In this episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, Shannon and I talk about what forgiveness actually requires and what it doesn’t. We share […]

Why do we immediately put up walls when someone says ‘You’ve hurt my feelings’? In this episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, you’ll discover the psychological reason behind this universal response and learn a simple but powerful reframe that can transform these vulnerable moments into opportunities for deeper intimacy. This insight completely changed how Shannon […...

Want to make your spouse smile more, without grand gestures or big talks? In this episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, Shannon and I share the surprisingly simple trick that shifted the tone in our own marriage (and no, it’s not what you think). You’ll hear how this one small change can create big happiness […]

If you’re feeling stuck or wondering if your marriage therapy is even working, this is the episode where we break down the hidden signs of progress most couples miss, share why slow growth is often the best kind, and reveal what to do if things feel stagnant. Don’t give up too soon—tune in and discover […]

Ever wonder what truly creates the deepest connection in a relationship? In this episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, Shannon and I unpack the one practice that can completely transform how you and your spouse relate to each other. Drawing from my twenty years as a marriage therapist and thirty two years from our own […]

If you’re not careful, comparison can creep in and quietly start sabotaging your relationship. In this episode of the Secure Marriage Podcast, Shannon and I dive into how measuring your relationship against yourself can erode trust, intimacy, and connection. Find out why comparison is more toxic than you think, how to stop it in its […]