The Dad Edge Podcast

Creating Intentional Moments to Strengthen Your Marriage In the Busy Season

Oct 10, 2025
Life can often feel like a whirlwind, making it easy to forget the importance of connection with your spouse. This podcast highlights how to avoid slipping into 'roommate mode' amid busy schedules. Discover the transformative power of micro-moments—like forehead kisses and thoughtful notes—that strengthen your bond. Learn the necessity of setting aside time for intentional dates, even when life gets hectic. Embrace simple end-of-day rituals that spark closeness, ensuring your marriage remains a priority in the chaos of parenting.
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INSIGHT

Marriage Is The Family Foundation

  • Strong marriages form the foundation for strong families and improve the home emotional climate.
  • Prioritize your marital connection because kids thrive when parents stay connected.
ANECDOTE

Personal Experience With Roommate Mode

  • Larry shares his 22-year marriage and four boys as context for drifting into roommate mode.
  • He uses his experience to warn how busyness can erode marital connection.
INSIGHT

Seasonal Whiplash Of Fall Schedules

  • Fall months create a sudden acceleration from relaxed summer rhythms into overloaded schedules.
  • Larry calls this the September-October "whiplash" that pushes families into frantic busyness.
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