Does one of you want more sex than the other? Sex therapist Dr. Michael Sytsma offers ideas and insight to work through differences in sexual desire.  Show Notes and Resources  Download our app to listen to Brian Goins, Michael Sytsma and Shaunti Feldhahn as they cover more questions.  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com.  	Grab Shaunti and Dr. Sytsma’s book in our shop: Secrets of Sex and Marriage: 8 Surprises That Make All the Difference.

Does one of you want more sex than the other? Sex therapist Dr. Michael Sytsma offers ideas and insight to work through differences in sexual desire. Show Notes and Resources <a href="https://www.familylife.com/app/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Download our app to listen</a> to Brian Goins, Michael Sytsma and Shaunti Feldhahn as they cover more questions. 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="https://shaunti.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>. 	Grab Shaunti and Dr. Sytsma’s book in our shop: <a href="https://shop.familylife.com/p-6352-secrets-of-sex-and-marriage.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Secrets of Sex and Marriage: 8 Surprises That Make All the Difference</a>.

3. Sexual Desire: What to Do When You’re Not on the Same Page

Does one of you want more sex than the other? Sex therapist Dr. Michael Sytsma offers ideas and insight to work through differences in sexual desire. Show Notes and Resources  Download our app to listen to Brian Goins, Michael Sytsma and Shaunti Feldhahn as they cover more questions.  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com.  	Grab Shaunti and Dr. Sytsma’s book in our shop: Secrets of Sex and Marriage: 8 Surprises That Make All the Difference.

Does one of you want more sex than the other? Sex therapist Dr. Michael Sytsma offers ideas and insight to work through differences in sexual desire. Show Notes and Resources <a href="https://www.familylife.com/app/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Download our app to listen</a> to Brian Goins, Michael Sytsma and Shaunti Feldhahn as they cover more questions. 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="https://shaunti.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>. 	Grab Shaunti and Dr. Sytsma’s book in our shop: <a href="https://shop.familylife.com/p-6352-secrets-of-sex-and-marriage.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Secrets of Sex and Marriage: 8 Surprises That Make All the Difference</a>.

2.  What if My Spouse Doesn’t Want Me? Sex Drive in Your Marriage

When it comes to sex…what’s normal? Sex therapist Dr. Michael Sytsma and Shaunti Feldhahn discuss research about drive, initiative, and other questions. Show Notes and Resources  	Grab Shaunti and Dr. Sytsma’s book in our shop: Secrets of Sex and Marriage: 8 Surprises That Make All the Difference.

When it comes to sex…what’s normal? Sex therapist Dr. Michael Sytsma and Shaunti Feldhahn discuss research about drive, initiative, and other questions. Show Notes and Resources 	Grab Shaunti and Dr. Sytsma’s book in our shop: <a href="https://shop.familylife.com/p-6352-secrets-of-sex-and-marriage.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Secrets of Sex and Marriage: 8 Surprises That Make All the Difference</a>.

1. When It Comes to Sex Drive–What’s Normal?

Gathered from a live audience at FamilyLife's Love Like You Mean It cruise, Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn and Brian Goins answer a variety of questions from husbands--like, "Why does she ask for my opinion, then do her own thing?" "Why does she pick on my tone of voice?" "Why doesn't she say what she means?" "How can I convince her I think she looks good?" "How am I supposed to avoid fix-it mode when she talks?" Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com. https://shaunti.com  	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. https://www.familylife.com/ido/  	Come join us for romance and relaxation in 2021 on FamilyLife's Love Like You Mean It® marriage cruise. https://www.lovelikeyoumeanitcruise.com/  	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/  	Your generous support of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/

Gathered from a live audience at FamilyLife's Love Like You Mean It cruise, Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn and Brian Goins answer a variety of questions from husbands--like, "Why does she ask for my opinion, then do her own thing?" "Why does she pick on my tone of voice?" "Why doesn't she say what she means?" "How can I convince her I think she looks good?" "How am I supposed to avoid fix-it mode when she talks?" Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="http://Shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>. <a href="https://shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com</a> 	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/ido/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/ido/</a> 	Come join us for romance and relaxation in 2021 on FamilyLife's Love Like You Mean It® marriage cruise. <a href="https://www.lovelikeyoumeanitcruise.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lovelikeyoumeanitcruise.com/</a> 	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/</a> 	Your generous <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">support</a> of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/</a>

13: Rapid-Fire: Questions (a lot of) Other Husbands are Asking

Trying to figure out why your wife expects you to know what she's thinking? Does trying to interpret all that mystery feel frustrating, even exhausting? Brian, Shaunti, and guest Jim Mitchell explore how to uncover what's whirring beneath the surface in a way that makes your wife feel known--and significantly improve your relationship. Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com. https://shaunti.com  	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. https://www.familylife.com/ido/ For Men Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx For Women Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  https://shop.familylife.com/p-2937-for-women-only-revised-and-updated.aspx  	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/  	Your generous support of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/

Trying to figure out why your wife expects you to know what she's thinking? Does trying to interpret all that mystery feel frustrating, even exhausting? Brian, Shaunti, and guest Jim Mitchell explore how to uncover what's whirring beneath the surface in a way that makes your wife feel known--and significantly improve your relationship. Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="http://Shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>. <a href="https://shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com</a> 	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/ido/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/ido/</a> For Men Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  <a href="https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx</a> For Women Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  <a href="https://shop.familylife.com/p-2937-for-women-only-revised-and-updated.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shop.familylife.com/p-2937-for-women-only-revised-and-updated.aspx</a> 	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/</a> 	Your generous <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">support</a> of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/</a>

12: Why Does My Wife Expect Me to Read Her Mind?

In this episode, Brian, Jen, and Shaunti address the common insecurities husbands experience in conflict with their wives. At work they feel they can tackle anything, but everything changes at home when emotions enter the scene. Are you curious why late-night arguments leave you feeling outmatched? Or why you'd rather withdraw to think before processing together? Listen for the reasons behind your feelings and for some healthy conflict management tips. Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com. https://shaunti.com  	Shaunti's book The Surprising Secrets of Highly Happy Marriages. The little things that make a BIG difference! https://shaunti.com/tb-books/surprising-secrets-highly-happy-marriages/  	From Season 1: Why Is He So Touchy? https://www.familylife.com/podcast/married-with-benefits/2-why-is-he-so-touchy/  	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. https://www.familylife.com/ido/  	"When Sinners Say 'I Do': Discovering the Power of the Gospel for Marriage" by Dave Harvey.  https://www.amazon.com/When-Sinners-Say-Do-Discovering/dp/0976758261  	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/  	Your generous support of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/

In this episode, Brian, Jen, and Shaunti address the common insecurities husbands experience in conflict with their wives. At work they feel they can tackle anything, but everything changes at home when emotions enter the scene. Are you curious why late-night arguments leave you feeling outmatched? Or why you'd rather withdraw to think before processing together? Listen for the reasons behind your feelings and for some healthy conflict management tips. Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="http://Shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>. <a href="https://shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com</a> 	Shaunti's book The Surprising Secrets of Highly Happy Marriages. The little things that make a BIG difference! <a href="https://shaunti.com/tb-books/surprising-secrets-highly-happy-marriages/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com/tb-books/surprising-secrets-highly-happy-marriages/</a> 	From Season 1: Why Is He So Touchy? <a href="https://www.familylife.com/podcast/married-with-benefits/2-why-is-he-so-touchy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/podcast/married-with-benefits/2-why-is-he-so-touchy/</a> 	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/ido/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/ido/</a> 	"When Sinners Say 'I Do': Discovering the Power of the Gospel for Marriage" by Dave Harvey.  <a href="https://www.amazon.com/When-Sinners-Say-Do-Discovering/dp/0976758261" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/When-Sinners-Say-Do-Discovering/dp/0976758261</a> 	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/</a> 	Your generous <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">support</a> of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/</a>

11: When Conflict with Your Wife Leaves You Defeated

Husbands all over the world struggle to understand and respond to their wife's tears. Considering two thirds of women admit to crying for no reason, they have good reason to. Curious why women cry so much? Shaunti and Brian, joined by Brian's wife Jen, dig into the "why" behind women's tears and some helpful "dos" and "don'ts" as you move towards your wife. Also learn how God responds to our tears. Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com. https://shaunti.com  	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. https://www.familylife.com/ido/ For Men Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx For Women Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  https://shop.familylife.com/p-2937-for-women-only-revised-and-updated.aspx  	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/  	Your generous support of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/

Husbands all over the world struggle to understand and respond to their wife's tears. Considering two thirds of women admit to crying for no reason, they have good reason to. Curious why women cry so much? Shaunti and Brian, joined by Brian's wife Jen, dig into the "why" behind women's tears and some helpful "dos" and "don'ts" as you move towards your wife. Also learn how God responds to our tears. Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="http://Shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>. <a href="https://shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com</a> 	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/ido/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/ido/</a> For Men Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  <a href="https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx</a> For Women Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  <a href="https://shop.familylife.com/p-2937-for-women-only-revised-and-updated.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shop.familylife.com/p-2937-for-women-only-revised-and-updated.aspx</a> 	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/</a> 	Your generous <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">support</a> of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/</a>

10: My Wife Cries A Lot…Help!

In season #1 of Married With Benefits we explained what a wife can learn about the mind of her husband from watching ESPN. Here Brian and Shaunti explain the heart of most wives as revealed in Hallmark movies. What core question is she asking that a good love story answers? What insecurities does she carry that she's hoping you will cover? Good news: You don't need to go ice skating or build a rocking chair out of raw cedar to win her heart every day. Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com. https://shaunti.com  	Hallmark Christmas Movie Plot Generator: https://wronghands1.com/2019/11/29/hallmark-christmas-movie-plot-generator/  	From Season 1: "Why Doesn’t My Marriage Look Anything Like a Hallmark Movie?" https://www.familylife.com/podcast/married-with-benefits/14-why-doesnt-my-marriage-look-anything-like-a-hallmark-movie/  	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. https://www.familylife.com/ido/ For Men Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx  	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/  	Your generous support of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/

In season #1 of Married With Benefits we explained what a wife can learn about the mind of her husband from watching ESPN. Here Brian and Shaunti explain the heart of most wives as revealed in Hallmark movies. What core question is she asking that a good love story answers? What insecurities does she carry that she's hoping you will cover? Good news: You don't need to go ice skating or build a rocking chair out of raw cedar to win her heart every day. Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="http://Shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>. <a href="https://shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com</a> 	Hallmark Christmas Movie Plot Generator: <a href="https://wronghands1.com/2019/11/29/hallmark-christmas-movie-plot-generator/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://wronghands1.com/2019/11/29/hallmark-christmas-movie-plot-generator/</a> 	From Season 1: "Why Doesn’t My Marriage Look Anything Like a Hallmark Movie?" <a href="https://www.familylife.com/podcast/married-with-benefits/14-why-doesnt-my-marriage-look-anything-like-a-hallmark-movie/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/podcast/married-with-benefits/14-why-doesnt-my-marriage-look-anything-like-a-hallmark-movie/</a> 	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/ido/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/ido/</a> For Men Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  <a href="https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx</a> 	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/</a> 	Your generous <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">support</a> of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/</a>

9: Every Hallmark Movie Is The Same. Why Does She Still Watch Those?

Does it feel like decisions are never final with your wife? Does she like to "taaaaaaaaaalk" things thru way too long? And what should you do when it feels like she's questioning a decision you've made and felt was final? Host Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn explore this common experience with humor, wisdom, and insight on how to finally "lock in" her answer. Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com. https://shaunti.com For Men Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx For Women Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  https://shop.familylife.com/p-2937-for-women-only-revised-and-updated.aspx  	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/  	Your generous support of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/

Does it feel like decisions are never final with your wife? Does she like to "taaaaaaaaaalk" things thru way too long? And what should you do when it feels like she's questioning a decision you've made and felt was final? Host Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn explore this common experience with humor, wisdom, and insight on how to finally "lock in" her answer. Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="http://Shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>. <a href="https://shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com</a> For Men Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  <a href="https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx</a> For Women Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  <a href="https://shop.familylife.com/p-2937-for-women-only-revised-and-updated.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shop.familylife.com/p-2937-for-women-only-revised-and-updated.aspx</a> 	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/</a> 	Your generous <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">support</a> of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/</a>

8: Why Aren’t Decisions Ever Final For My Wife?

How can a couple restore trust in the area of sexual brokenness (pornography, affairs, etc.)? Licensed sex therapist Dr. Michael Sytsma joins host Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn to instruct husbands and wives on the necessary steps to take to bring the darkness into the light and tenaciously hold on to the God of hope. Show Notes and Resources  	From season 1: "Questions Every Wife is Asking: How Can A Good Man Be Tempted By Porn?" https://www.familylife.com/podcast/married-with-benefits/3-how-can-a-good-man-be-tempted-by-porn/  	Meet our guest today, Dr. Mike Sytsma. https://intimatemarriage.org/project/dr-mike/  	Are you looking to invest in your marriage or repair broken trust? https://www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/  	Your generous support of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/

How can a couple restore trust in the area of sexual brokenness (pornography, affairs, etc.)? Licensed sex therapist Dr. Michael Sytsma joins host Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn to instruct husbands and wives on the necessary steps to take to bring the darkness into the light and tenaciously hold on to the God of hope. Show Notes and Resources 	From season 1: "Questions Every Wife is Asking: How Can A Good Man Be Tempted By Porn?" <a href="https://www.familylife.com/podcast/married-with-benefits/3-how-can-a-good-man-be-tempted-by-porn/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/podcast/married-with-benefits/3-how-can-a-good-man-be-tempted-by-porn/</a> 	Meet our guest today, Dr. Mike Sytsma. <a href="https://intimatemarriage.org/project/dr-mike/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://intimatemarriage.org/project/dr-mike/</a> 	Are you looking to invest in your marriage or repair broken trust? <a href="https://www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/</a> 	Your generous <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">support</a> of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/</a>

7. How can I restore trust after pornography or an affair?

We got married because we thought we’d be better together rather than apart. So why is it so easy to feel isolated from your life-long partner? Host, author, and fellow married pilgrim, Brian Goins, tackles the relational pitfalls, from the trivial to the tragic, that move couples towards isolation rather than experiencing the real benefits that come from saying “I do.”

As crazy as it sounds, it's not uncommon for trust to be broken within a marriage and the husband not even realize it. Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn are joined by FamilyLife Today co-host Ann Wilson to offer hope and wise counsel for couples needing to restore trust between them. Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com. https://shaunti.com  	Check out Dave and Ann Wilson's Vertical Marriage Study. https://www.familylife.com/verticalmarriagestudy/  	Ready to get away with your spouse for the weekend and invest in your marriage? https://www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/  	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/  	Your generous support of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/

As crazy as it sounds, it's not uncommon for trust to be broken within a marriage and the husband not even realize it. Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn are joined by FamilyLife Today co-host Ann Wilson to offer hope and wise counsel for couples needing to restore trust between them. Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="http://Shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>. <a href="https://shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com</a> 	Check out Dave and Ann Wilson's Vertical Marriage Study. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/verticalmarriagestudy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/verticalmarriagestudy/</a> 	Ready to get away with your spouse for the weekend and invest in your marriage? <a href="https://www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/</a> 	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/</a> 	Your generous <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">support</a> of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/</a>

6: What Do I Do If My Wife Doesn’t Trust Me?

Have you ever wondered why, just when your mind is shutting down for the night, your wife's mind seems to be just getting started? Married with Benefits host Brian Goins, along with Harvard trained researcher Shaunti Feldhahn, discuss this and reveal a simple truth that explains so much about your wife. And they offer 3 steps you can take to navigate this late-night impasse. Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com. https://shaunti.com  	If you have a heart for families in your community, and want to see your marriage make a difference in the world, check out FamilyLife Local. https://www.familylife.com/local/  	Dr. Gary Chapman and Ron Deal join together in this book to teach you how the five love languages can help your blended family. https://www.5lovelanguages.com/book/building-love-together-in-blended-families/  	For more great Ron Deal resources, check out FamilyLife Blended. https://www.familylife.com/familylifeblended/about/  	Your generous support of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/

Have you ever wondered why, just when your mind is shutting down for the night, your wife's mind seems to be just getting started? Married with Benefits host Brian Goins, along with Harvard trained researcher Shaunti Feldhahn, discuss this and reveal a simple truth that explains so much about your wife. And they offer 3 steps you can take to navigate this late-night impasse. Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="http://Shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>. <a href="https://shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com</a> 	If you have a heart for families in your community, and want to see your marriage make a difference in the world, check out FamilyLife Local. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/local/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/local/</a> 	Dr. Gary Chapman and Ron Deal join together in this book to teach you how the five love languages can help your blended family. <a href="https://www.5lovelanguages.com/book/building-love-together-in-blended-families/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.5lovelanguages.com/book/building-love-together-in-blended-families/</a> 	For more great Ron Deal resources, check out FamilyLife Blended. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylifeblended/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/familylifeblended/about/</a> 	Your generous <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">support</a> of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/</a>

5: Why Does She Ask The Deep Questions At 11pm At Night?

Husbands, do you get tired head in conversations with your wife as she circles the airport but never lands the plane? Listen as Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn demystify this very common frustration. Understand the brain science behind these exchanges and, more importantly, learn two easy ways to start winning in these moments as the hero of her heart. Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com. https://shaunti.com  	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. https://www.familylife.com/ido/  	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/  	Your generous support of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/

Husbands, do you get tired head in conversations with your wife as she circles the airport but never lands the plane? Listen as Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn demystify this very common frustration. Understand the brain science behind these exchanges and, more importantly, learn two easy ways to start winning in these moments as the hero of her heart. Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="http://Shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>. <a href="https://shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com</a> 	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/ido/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/ido/</a> 	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/</a> 	Your generous <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">support</a> of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/</a>

4: Why Can’t My Wife Land The Plane In Conversations?

Your wife can't really be attracted to your "dad bod" right? A lot of guys assume they need to be workout warriors to be desiraable, but the reality is that a trip to the doctor is probably way more attractive to your wife than another tip to the gym. Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn offer husbands two tips for taking care of yourself, and one question you can ask that your wife will find irresistible. Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com. https://shaunti.com  	"Achieving a ‘Dad Bod’: Try This Hilarious 21-Day Guide" by David Tate. https://www.rd.com/funny-stuff/how-to-get-a-dad-bod/  	"When Sinners Say 'I Do': Discovering the Power of the Gospel for Marriage" by Dave Harvey.  https://www.amazon.com/When-Sinners-Say-Do-Discovering/dp/0976758261 For Men Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx  	Looking to getaway with your spouse? Check out our 2021 Love Like You Mean It Cruise. https://www.lovelikeyoumeanitcruise.com/  	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/  	Your generous support of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/

Your wife can't really be attracted to your "dad bod" right? A lot of guys assume they need to be workout warriors to be desiraable, but the reality is that a trip to the doctor is probably way more attractive to your wife than another tip to the gym. Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn offer husbands two tips for taking care of yourself, and one question you can ask that your wife will find irresistible. Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="http://Shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>. <a href="https://shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com</a> 	"Achieving a ‘Dad Bod’: Try This Hilarious 21-Day Guide" by David Tate. <a href="https://www.rd.com/funny-stuff/how-to-get-a-dad-bod/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rd.com/funny-stuff/how-to-get-a-dad-bod/</a> 	"When Sinners Say 'I Do': Discovering the Power of the Gospel for Marriage" by Dave Harvey.  <a href="https://www.amazon.com/When-Sinners-Say-Do-Discovering/dp/0976758261" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/When-Sinners-Say-Do-Discovering/dp/0976758261</a> For Men Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  <a href="https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx</a> 	Looking to getaway with your spouse? Check out our 2021 Love Like You Mean It Cruise. <a href="https://www.lovelikeyoumeanitcruise.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lovelikeyoumeanitcruise.com/</a> 	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/</a> 	Your generous <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">support</a> of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/</a>

3: How Important Is My Physical Appearance to Her Desire of Me?

In episode 2.1 you heard the top 5 "rookie mistakes" of husbands who want more sex with their wives. Now learn from host Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn your top 5 "all-star moves." You got this! Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com. https://shaunti.com  	For more from Dr. Juli Slattery, visit  https://www.authenticintimacy.com/.  	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. https://www.familylife.com/ido/  	Your generous support of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/  	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

In episode 2.1 you heard the top 5 "rookie mistakes" of husbands who want more sex with their wives. Now learn from host Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn your top 5 "all-star moves." You got this! Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="http://Shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>. <a href="https://shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com</a> 	For more from Dr. Juli Slattery, visit  <a href="https://www.authenticintimacy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.authenticintimacy.com/</a>. 	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/ido/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/ido/</a> 	Your generous <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">support</a> of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/</a> 	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/</a>

Bonus B: Top 5 All-Star Moves – You got this!

In episode 2, we were joined by Dr. Juli Slattery, co-founder and President of Authentic Intimacy, to dive deep into the question, "Why can't my wife focus more on sex." Here, host Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn keep it simple as they offer a quick-hit list of the top 5 rookie mistakes of husbands who just want more sex with their wife. Husbands, if you find yourself relating to any of these rookie mistakes...Come on man! Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com. https://shaunti.com  	For more from Dr. Juli Slattery, visit  https://www.authenticintimacy.com/.  	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. https://www.familylife.com/ido/  	Your generous support of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/  	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

In episode 2, we were joined by Dr. Juli Slattery, co-founder and President of Authentic Intimacy, to dive deep into the question, "Why can't my wife focus more on sex." Here, host Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn keep it simple as they offer a quick-hit list of the top 5 rookie mistakes of husbands who just want more sex with their wife. Husbands, if you find yourself relating to any of these rookie mistakes...Come on man! Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="http://Shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>. <a href="https://shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com</a> 	For more from Dr. Juli Slattery, visit  <a href="https://www.authenticintimacy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.authenticintimacy.com/</a>. 	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/ido/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/ido/</a> 	Your generous <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">support</a> of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/</a> 	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/</a>

Bonus A: Top 5 Rookie Mistakes – Come on man!

Husbands often ask, "Why can't my wife focus more on sex?" Dr. Juli Slattery, co-founder and President of Authentic Intimacy, joins host Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn to answer this important question. Learn how most women are wired sexually; Hint: it's not what you think. Find out how to answer her #1 question and meet her #1 need. Discover why, if God's design seems complicated and frustrating, that's actually a good thing for you and your marriage. Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com. https://shaunti.com  	For more from Dr. Juli Slattery, visit  https://www.authenticintimacy.com/.  	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. https://www.familylife.com/ido/ For Men Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx For Women Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  https://shop.familylife.com/p-2937-for-women-only-revised-and-updated.aspx 25 Questions You're Afraid to Ask About Love, Sex and Intimacy by Juli Slattery. https://shop.familylife.com/p-4784-25-questions-youre-afraid-to-ask-about-love-sex-and-intimacy.aspx  	Your generous support of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/

Husbands often ask, "Why can't my wife focus more on sex?" Dr. Juli Slattery, co-founder and President of Authentic Intimacy, joins host Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn to answer this important question. Learn how most women are wired sexually; Hint: it's not what you think. Find out how to answer her #1 question and meet her #1 need. Discover why, if God's design seems complicated and frustrating, that's actually a good thing for you and your marriage. Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="http://Shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>. <a href="https://shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com</a> 	For more from Dr. Juli Slattery, visit  <a href="https://www.authenticintimacy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.authenticintimacy.com/</a>. 	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/ido/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/ido/</a> For Men Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  <a href="https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shop.familylife.com/p-2938-for-men-only-revised-and-updated.aspx</a> For Women Only by Shaunti Feldhahn.  <a href="https://shop.familylife.com/p-2937-for-women-only-revised-and-updated.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shop.familylife.com/p-2937-for-women-only-revised-and-updated.aspx</a> 25 Questions You're Afraid to Ask About Love, Sex and Intimacy by Juli Slattery. <a href="https://shop.familylife.com/p-4784-25-questions-youre-afraid-to-ask-about-love-sex-and-intimacy.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shop.familylife.com/p-4784-25-questions-youre-afraid-to-ask-about-love-sex-and-intimacy.aspx</a> 	Your generous <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">support</a> of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/</a>

2: Why Can’t My Wife Focus More On Sex?

Research shows that many women struggle with hidden insecurities and find it difficult to believe that their own husbands see them as beautiful. Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn explain what drives a woman's feelings of inadequacy. They explain what to do and what not to do to overcome her fears in love. Discover practical ways to put her heart at ease and prove how much you truly do delight in your wife. Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com. https://shaunti.com  	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. https://www.familylife.com/ido/  	Your generous support of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/

Research shows that many women struggle with hidden insecurities and find it difficult to believe that their own husbands see them as beautiful. Brian Goins and Shaunti Feldhahn explain what drives a woman's feelings of inadequacy. They explain what to do and what not to do to overcome her fears in love. Discover practical ways to put her heart at ease and prove how much you truly do delight in your wife. Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="http://Shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>. <a href="https://shaunti.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com</a> 	Sign up for the "I Do Every Day" devotional series. <a href="https://www.familylife.com/ido/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/ido/</a> 	Your generous <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">support</a> of FamilyLife helps create podcasts like Married With Benefits™. <a href="https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/?cru_source=D000MWBPOD&amp;cru_medium=PODMarried&amp;cru_campaign=April2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://donate.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/</a>

1: How Long Until My Wife Believes She’s Beautiful?

Season one of "Married With Benefits" comes to a close in glorious, speed-round fashion as Brian Goins, alongside Shaunti Feldhahn, enters the arena like a gladiator and fields rapid-fire questions live from a women's conference crowd of over 1000. "Why can't my husband multitask?" "Why does he flip channels so fast?" "Why does he go run errands and vanish?" The questions came fast (and sometimes furious), but Brian and Shaunti were up to the task. Find out if your burning question made the show. Show Notes and Resources  	Learn more about upcoming Aspire Women's Events. https://aspirewomensevents.com/  	More from Shaunti Feldhahn at Shaunti.com.  https://shaunti.com/  	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

Season one of "Married With Benefits" comes to a close in glorious, speed-round fashion as Brian Goins, alongside Shaunti Feldhahn, enters the arena like a gladiator and fields rapid-fire questions live from a women's conference crowd of over 1000. "Why can't my husband multitask?" "Why does he flip channels so fast?" "Why does he go run errands and vanish?" The questions came fast (and sometimes furious), but Brian and Shaunti were up to the task. Find out if your burning question made the show. Show Notes and Resources 	Learn more about upcoming Aspire Women's Events. <a href="https://aspirewomensevents.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://aspirewomensevents.com/</a> 	More from Shaunti Feldhahn at <a href="https://shaunti.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>.  <a href="https://shaunti.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com/</a> 	Check out all that's available on the <a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FamilyLife Podcast Network</a>.  <a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/</a>

15: Season Finale – Live Women’s Conference Speed Round

No, your husband doesn't act like those guys in the Hallmark movies. Not even close. Shaunti Feldhahn and Brian Goins explain why that's by God's design and why it's actually a good thing for you and for your marriage. Don't worry, it doesn't mean you need to cut the Hallmark channel. In fact, there are three ways those movies can make you love your normal, real-life husband even more than you already do! Show Notes and Resources  	More from Shaunti Feldhahn at Shaunti.com.  https://shaunti.com/  	Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network.  https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/

No, your husband doesn't act like those guys in the Hallmark movies. Not even close. Shaunti Feldhahn and Brian Goins explain why that's by God's design and why it's actually a good thing for you and for your marriage. Don't worry, it doesn't mean you need to cut the Hallmark channel. In fact, there are three ways those movies can make you love your normal, real-life husband even more than you already do! Show Notes and Resources 	More from Shaunti Feldhahn at <a href="https://shaunti.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>.  <a href="https://shaunti.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://shaunti.com/</a> 	Check out all that's available on the <a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FamilyLife Podcast Network</a>.  <a href="https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.familylife.com/familylife-podcast-network/</a>

14: Why Doesn’t My Marriage Look Anything Like a Hallmark Movie?

What a great series! Hope there is another season

Great!

Great podcast!

Married With Benefits™

Porn is disgusting, right? It's fake, gross, destructive, and downright sad. So, how could a good man be tempted by it? Shaunti Feldhahn and Brian Goins take an honest look at a topic many wives find impossible to relate to, but are surprised to learn how easy it is to understand. There's no excusing this sin, but there is solid brain science and biblical insight to help you make sense of it, and maybe even empathize with your husband's struggle. Plus, you'll learn what to do if you've just discovered that your husband has been viewing porn. Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com.

Porn is disgusting, right? It's fake, gross, destructive, and downright sad. So, how could a good man be tempted by it? Shaunti Feldhahn and Brian Goins take an honest look at a topic many wives find impossible to relate to, but are surprised to learn how easy it is to understand. There's no excusing this sin, but there is solid brain science and biblical insight to help you make sense of it, and maybe even empathize with your husband's struggle. Plus, you'll learn what to do if you've just discovered that your husband has been viewing porn. Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="https://shaunti.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>.

3: How Can A Good Man Be Tempted By Porn?

Show your husband unconditional respect? Yeah, right. What if he doesn't deserve it? Shaunti Feldhahn and Brian Goins talk through the difficulties faced by many wives whose husbands make it really hard to show respect. Wives knows this can be tricky, so Shaunti explains the practical steps used by couples who've turned the corner toward transformation and change. She describes the biggest "little wins" you can make, and what you can do when his behavior has zero respectability. Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com.

Show your husband unconditional respect? Yeah, right. What if he doesn't deserve it? Shaunti Feldhahn and Brian Goins talk through the difficulties faced by many wives whose husbands make it really hard to show respect. Wives knows this can be tricky, so Shaunti explains the practical steps used by couples who've turned the corner toward transformation and change. She describes the biggest "little wins" you can make, and what you can do when his behavior has zero respectability. Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="https://shaunti.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>.

5: What If My Husband Doesn’t Deserve Respect?

Do men secretly wish their wives looked like bikini models? Thousands of men were surveyed and the results are in! Listen as Shaunti Feldhahn and Brian Goins explain what the overwhelming majority said and the implications for normal marriages like yours. If you've tortured yourself with feelings of inadequacy or thoughts of never fitting into that ideal dress size again, take heart. Giving your husband what Shaunti calls "gleeful delight" is WAY easier than you imagine, if you're willing to make a little effort and maybe step out of your usual comfort zone.

Do men secretly wish their wives looked like bikini models? Thousands of men were surveyed and the results are in! Listen as Shaunti Feldhahn and Brian Goins explain what the overwhelming majority said and the implications for normal marriages like yours. If you've tortured yourself with feelings of inadequacy or thoughts of never fitting into that ideal dress size again, take heart. Giving your husband what Shaunti calls "gleeful delight" is WAY easier than you imagine, if you're willing to make a little effort and maybe step out of your usual comfort zone.

11: Does My Husband Secretly Want Me to Look Like a Bikini Model?

Can you or your husband still have friends of the opposite sex? It’s a lightning-rod question that sparks strong emotions on both sides. Shaunti Feldhahn and Brian Goins say yes, but with a few wise caveats (#itscomplicated). Should you use the “Mike Pence rule” or have no rules at all? How can you keep friendships from going too far? And what are seven diagnostic questions you can ask to guard your marriage without putting your head in the sand? Show Notes and Resources  	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit Shaunti.com.

Can you or your husband still have friends of the opposite sex? It’s a lightning-rod question that sparks strong emotions on both sides. Shaunti Feldhahn and Brian Goins say yes, but with a few wise caveats (#itscomplicated). Should you use the “Mike Pence rule” or have no rules at all? How can you keep friendships from going too far? And what are seven diagnostic questions you can ask to guard your marriage without putting your head in the sand? Show Notes and Resources 	For more from Shaunti Feldhahn, visit <a href="https://shaunti.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shaunti.com</a>.

10: Can My Spouse and I Have Friends of the Opposite Sex?

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