<description>&lt;p dir="ltr"&gt;Life gets busy—especially with kids, work, and everyday stress. But research shows that couples who consistently make time for each other are significantly happier  in their marriages.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p dir="ltr"&gt;This week, we're talking about why date nights matter more than you think. We'll tackle common obstacles couples face, like exhaustion, busy schedules, lack of childcare, and awkward conversations. Plus, you'll hear simple and practical tips to help you reconnect with your spouse—even in the busiest of seasons.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p dir="ltr"&gt;Guests: &lt;a href= "https://www.smalleymarriage.com/"&gt;Dr. Greg &amp; Erin Smalley&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p dir="ltr"&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p dir="ltr"&gt;Check out our newest Hot Topic Kit: &lt;a href= "https://linkly.link/2dvBU" target="_blank" rel="noopener"&gt;Healthy Dating &amp; Boundaries&lt;/a&gt;. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p dir="ltr"&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p dir="ltr"&gt;Follow-up Resources:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Take-Date-Night-Challenge-Creative/dp/158997770X"&gt; Take the Date Night Challenge: 52 Creative Ideas to Make Your Marriage Fun&lt;/a&gt; by Greg &amp; Erin Smalley&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href= "https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/conversation-starters-for-date-nights-3/#Teamwork" target="_blank" rel="noopener"&gt;Date Night Conversation Starters&lt;/a&gt; from Greg &amp; Erin Smalley&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href= "https://www.authenticintimacy.com/qa-how-often-is-normal-for-having-sex-within-marriage/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"&gt;Q&amp;A: How often is "normal" for having sex in marriage?&lt;/a&gt; (video)&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Java with Juli - Making Sense of God and Sex

Dr. Juli Slattery and Authentic Intimacy®

Marriage in Survival Mode: Why Dates Still Matter, #194

MAR 16, 202633 MIN
Java with Juli - Making Sense of God and Sex

Marriage in Survival Mode: Why Dates Still Matter, #194

MAR 16, 202633 MIN

Description

Life gets busy—especially with kids, work, and everyday stress. But research shows that couples who consistently make time for each other are significantly happier in their marriages. This week, we're talking about why date nights matter more than you think. We'll tackle common obstacles couples face, like exhaustion, busy schedules, lack of childcare, and awkward conversations. Plus, you'll hear simple and practical tips to help you reconnect with your spouse—even in the busiest of seasons. Guests: Dr. Greg & Erin Smalley Check out our newest Hot Topic Kit: Healthy Dating & Boundaries. Follow-up Resources: Take the Date Night Challenge: 52 Creative Ideas to Make Your Marriage Fun by Greg & Erin Smalley Date Night Conversation Starters from Greg & Erin Smalley Q&A: How often is "normal" for having sex in marriage? (video)