Doug finishes unpacking traits women admire in their husbands and shares what men most want and need from their wives. Listener questions and comments: Peter – We should use the marital act to promote intimacy. The bible says we should. (27:26) Chris – My wife has mom guilt so she wants alone time but doesn’t […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Doug unpacks traits women most admire in their husbands. He shares the need for emotional support, showing respect, and the power of building trust. Listener questions and comments: Reyna – My husband leaves me notes, buys me flowers, and introduces me as one-in-a-trillion. (18:52) Lori – My husband and I would dedicate songs to each […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Doug examines a case study of a struggling marriage that found restoration and hope. He also addresses listener questions about infidelity, broken trust, and how to persevere when family pressures strain relationships. Listener questions and comments: Susan – My husband has been with his mistress for five years. I nursed him back to health, but […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Monica Hinderer joins Doug to help parents respond to the Minnesota mass shooting while also facing tough family struggles, including children wrestling with gender identity, strained relationships, and fear after violence. Listener questions and comments: Priya – I fear families may leave this parish after the shooting, and that the priest could lose parishioners. (08:55) […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Doug reflects on the faith and perseverance of St. Monica, whose prayer brought her prodigal son to sainthood. Its not easy being a parent but looking to the lives of the saints can help us navigate our journeys by following the example of those who came before us. Listener questions and comments: Theresa – Should […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Doug responds to letters about a controlling wife and a lazy husband, reflects on the role of shared values in marriage, and considers how men can keep their identity in family life. He also takes on a heartfelt question from a wife supporting her husband through parenting challenges and financial stress. Listener questions and comments: […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Doug unpacks Pope Leo’s advice on how to move forward with dignity after betrayal. PLUS: Doug shares advice for a wife living with an emotionally abusive husband. Listener questions and comments: Luz – I have been dating this person online for 4 months and he seemed perfect over the phone but every time we try […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Have you thought about the impact your motherhood has had on you and your children? Have you ever looked at the parallels between you and the Blessed Mother? Doug unpacks the beauty of motherhood as the Church celebrates the Queenship of Mary. PLUS: A praise of mothers. Listener questions and comments: Sebastian – My wife […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Are some emotions bad? What should you do if your child’s emotions are out of control? Monica Hinderer joins Doug sharing the devastating impact of invalidating your child’s emotions. They unpack 6 types of emotional invalidation and share how to validate your child’s emotions. Listener questions and comments: Sue – I have a 27-year-old son […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

How do you overcome a broken heart? What do you do when your husband is in denial? How do you help adult children who aren’t pulling their weight? Should you make your children play sports? Why is there a decline in intimacy in my marriage? Doug answers these questions and more. Listener questions and comments: […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Are you in need of marital conversion? Today on Marriage Unhindered, Doug shares steps in a religious conversion and applies them to marriage. PLUS: Doug shares advice for handling in laws who are too involved in your marriage. Listener questions and comments: Jeff – Are we looking to convert or for conversion? My wife and […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more