Doug is joined by Monica Hinderer to talk about the damage criticism does to children: They discuss the many factors that can lead to criticism and share how parents can help children develop positive self-esteem. Doug and Monica tackle listener questions and comments on the following: ·         My adult daughter says we nitpick too much. […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Doug unpacks a letter by Alice Von Hildebrand form her book By Love Refined. In this letter she shares how physical intimacy can be beautifully spiritual. ·         A caller/s wife struggles with alcohol abuse and has PTSD. ·         Advice for a father whose daughter is going to move in with her boyfriend to save money. […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Doug is joined by his guest Fr. Robert Altier to discuss his book: God’s Plan For Your Marriage. They discuss love as a gift, not a reward and unpack how suffering in marriage can be a path to holiness.     Resources:   God’s Plan for your marriage   https://godsplanforyourmarriagebook.com/   Marriage Unhindered https://www.marriageunhindered.com/   […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Doug discusses 4 steps forgiveness as we prepare for the celebration of the birth of Jesus on Christmas. He talks about what forgiveness is, is not, and unpacks the value of forgiveness and its impact on mental health.   Resources:   Marriage Unhindered https://www.marriageunhindered.com/   Happy Marriage for Life https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/   Catholic Therapists https://www.catholictherapists.com/ Podcast: […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Doug answers a letter about a narcissistic daughter-in-law (4:11), how to deal w/an angry wife in a 57-year marriage (21:26), should I tell previous sexual sins to a girlfriend (24:45), gratitude during Thanksgiving (31:27) and how to prevent conflict during Thanksgiving (41:43) Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSSPodcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

What is the annulment process and how does it work?  Fr. Ramil Fajardo joins to discuss what justifies an annulment and what information the tribunal looks at when considering granting one. Also: what does sacrifice look like in a vocation and how can you live a more sacrificial life?   Podcast: Play in new window […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Greg Shutte joins Doug to discuss the blame game. How does the blame game affect your marriage? How can mercy and forgiveness fix the problem and what are practical ways to practice these virtues? Plus: Stump a therapist! Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSSPodcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Are you married to a selfish person and unsure what to do? Doug unpacks characteristics of selfishness which include: self-centered behavior, lack of empathy, and an unwillingness to compromise. Doug discusses the Christian perspective of selfishness, and offers practical tips for those who are married to a selfish person.   Resources:   Marriage Unhindered https://www.marriageunhindered.com/ […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Jim and Maureen Otremba join Doug to discuss the Banquet of Love program, an online 12-part course that helps you make practical connections between the Eucharist and your marriage. Jim and Maureen speak to the value of therapy and support for spouses in difficult marriages and share the importance of communication and forgiveness.   Resources: […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Doug talks about how to heal family tensions now that the election is over. He reads an email from a listener whose son refuses to come home for Thanksgiving because of the outcome of the election. Doug exhorts listeners to pray for peace, and avoid trying to change their spouse or loved ones. Callers share […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Are you attempting to blend families with a second marriage? Did you grow up in a blended family? Monica Hinderer LCPC, joins Doug to discuss the challenges in blending families and unpack 7 tips to help blended families. Callers weigh in and share their stories of the struggles and successes in a blended family. Podcast: […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Dann Aungst joins Doug to share ho parents can protect their children from exposure to pornography and what to do after exposure has happened. They discuss he value of teaching the Theology of the Body, and the importance of a strong prayer in combating the scourge of pornography.   Resources:   Road to Purity https://roadtopurity.com/ […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more