Dr. Julia Dezelski joins Doug to discussUSCCBresources available for married and dating couples. Listener questions and comments: Chris – When I got married there was very little marriage preparation. This needs to be a bigger emphasis. (23:00) Walt – It seems like in modern culture it seems like children are an add on and not […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/032085b4-f742-4d50-a40b-b0f1010b35e9/e31aa067-8772-48c7-bada-b49d017e33db/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

How should you handle an out-of-town family reunion when one of your grandchildren wants to share a room with their live-in boyfriend? Why can’t my wife see that I have changed for the better? Doug goes to the mailbag answering these questions and more. Listener questions and comments: Rosie – I am in a second […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/032085b4-f742-4d50-a40b-b0f1010b35e9/84c1a2d7-8494-427a-a06b-b49c017fffa3/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Dr. John Bergsma joins Doug to discuss his book,Love Basics for Catholics. Listener questions and comments: Sharon – I have two children who are good Catholics but are unmarried. They don’t have good places and ways to meet. (21:52) Bob – My daughter runs speed dating in Arizona. There has been some success with it. […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/032085b4-f742-4d50-a40b-b0f1010b35e9/dc1dda2d-8ea0-4f32-9c97-b49b017ded99/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Rachael Killackey of Magdala Ministries joins Doug to discuss the often-overlooked issue of pornography addiction among women. Together, they explore why women struggle with pornography, the underlying factors that can contribute to addiction, and the hope available for healing. They also discuss the role of forgiveness in the recovery process and offer practical guidance for […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/032085b4-f742-4d50-a40b-b0f1010b35e9/574a595b-a486-4d19-9879-b4970108439a/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Should you change your name after a divorce? What do you do when your wife has a chronic, incurable illness, and most of the responsibilities at home fall on you and your children? How do you cope when your wife feels guilty and worries about the burden placed on you? Do struggles with pornography make […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/032085b4-f742-4d50-a40b-b0f1010b35e9/c26759cf-3e85-4d04-985c-b49601335ff4/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Should your daughter be allowed to wear a bikini? Is it possible to be too busy to work on your marriage? Doug answers these questions and more. Listener questions and comments: Renee – I grew up in a strict dressing household, especially swimwear. It’s a parent’s responsibility to teach modesty in girls. (14:30) Resources: Men, […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/032085b4-f742-4d50-a40b-b0f1010b35e9/66199ca7-1688-4090-b20f-b494017f4db3/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Doug explores two very different perspectives on marital intimacy. On one side is a young woman who is terrified of consummating her marriage. On the other is a couple who is cohabitating because they fear divorce. Listener questions and comments: Connie – I have been married for 30 years and debate whether divorce is an […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/032085b4-f742-4d50-a40b-b0f1010b35e9/987bf6f7-23e1-4f95-bf60-b4910184f6ff/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Doug unpacks the challenges of getting married after the death of your spouse and what to do when it feels like everything is going wrong. Listener questions and comments: Karen – My spouse has drug and alcohol problems and is not able to get help for himself. I’m exhausted from this. (5:30) Resources: Searching for […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/032085b4-f742-4d50-a40b-b0f1010b35e9/7c547284-b74f-4d77-841f-b490017d9f9e/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Doug shares practical guidance on how individuals and couples can begin the difficult process of recovering from an affair, rebuilding trust, navigating the emotional challenges, and working toward healing and restoring their relationship. Doug also shares ten classic novels boys should read and unpacks dating advice for men. Listener questions and comments: Daniel – How […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/032085b4-f742-4d50-a40b-b0f1010b35e9/2a8921a4-873a-4c4f-b905-b48f017ed575/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Are you married to someone with an explosive temper? If so, how do you deal with it? Today, Doug unpacks what it’s like to live with someone diagnosed with Intermittent Explosive Disorder. Listener questions and comments: Joe – My wife has a bad temper. Do you have any helpful suggestions? (20:44) Tilly – I have […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/032085b4-f742-4d50-a40b-b0f1010b35e9/b288829f-9ebf-4a74-9e71-b48e018a35f3/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Doug shares 6 things that happily married men do well. He also gives dating advice and unpacks the four types of love. Listener questions and comments: Steve – My wife doesn’t feel an emotional connection. What should I do? (30:50) Mary – Start by complimenting your spouse and kiss each other for 10 seconds and […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/032085b4-f742-4d50-a40b-b0f1010b35e9/de17fc66-2052-42e9-ba26-b48d0181edd8/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Doug explores modern relationships from every angle—from the dangers of creating an AI soulmate to offering practical dating advice for those seeking a real human connection. PLUS: The Friday rant. Listener questions and comments: Tracey – Monica said that people with personality disorders have trouble with relationships. Could you expand on that a little? It […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/032085b4-f742-4d50-a40b-b0f1010b35e9/fcc648ac-524d-492a-b3d7-b48a017d52ad/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more