Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Five More Ways to Grow Closer as a Couple (Part 1 of 2)
Jun 9, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Greg Smalley, who heads marriage and family content at Focus on the Family, shares insights about building lasting relationships. He emphasizes the importance of communication, using personal anecdotes about overcoming conflicting morning routines. The conversation delves into cooking as a fun way to embrace differences and create connection. They also discuss couples mentoring each other as a way to enhance empathy and resilience, all while sharing humorous stories that illustrate the complexities of love and partnership.
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Embrace Spousal Differences
- Accept and appreciate differences between spouses instead of getting annoyed.
- Recognize those differences as God-ordained blessings that enhance the marriage.
Morning Silence Insight
- Jim Daly learned his wife Jean doesn’t talk before 10 a.m., resolving morning communication confusion.
- This understanding improved their mornings and reduced unnecessary conflict early in marriage.
Mentors Boost Marriage Health
- Couples can revive marriages by mentoring or being mentored to share wisdom and support.
- Inviting couples for simple acts like praying or coffee strengthens relationships and builds hope.