Doug wraps up his discussion of 15 ways to strengthen your marriage and shares tips for planning 5 fun at-home dates. PLUS: The Friday Rant.
Listener question and comments:
- Alex – I would like to become Catholic but my wife does not and I want to know what to do. We have 5 kids. (8:25)
- R.J. – I could use some advice on being a grandparent. I’m going down to help my son out, and it’s been a while since I’ve been around the kids. I want to make sure I’m helpful and know how to best be there for them. (43:41)
Resources:
Making Marriage Stronger (Part 1)
https://relevantradio.com/2026/08/making-marriage-stronger/
Gottman Card Decks
https://www.gottman.com/couples/apps/
Ways to strengthen your marriage
- Start with small rituals
- Listen like you actually mean it
- Schedule some fun time together
- Speak appreciation out loud
- Keep learning about each other
- Handle conflict without keeping score
- Share household responsibilities evenly
- Put the phone down
- Support each other’s interests
- Laugh together when life gets tense
- Have regular check-ins about the relationship
- Build a culture of compliments
- Create shared goals together
- Make physical affection a priority
- Celebrate milestones together
5 fun at home date nights
- Dance together
- Read poetry together
- Play board gmes and card games
- Wine and charcutarie board
- Make a photo album
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