Gabe and Rebekah Lyons, marriage coaches and co-authors of 'The Fight for Us', delve into the unexpected strains of modern marriages and the alarming spike in divorce rates during summer. They explore how childhood experiences mold adult relationships, emphasizing the importance of communication and playfulness. With candid anecdotes about domestic disputes and parenting challenges—especially with special needs—they offer insights on nurturing relationships and turning everyday struggles into opportunities for connection and joy.
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Childhood Permanence Grounds Us
Childhood permanence and community create a deep sense of being known and belonging.
This grounding nurtures creativity and resilience especially without screens or frequent moves.
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Past Wounds Shape Marital Fights
Most marital fights stem from unhealed childhood wounds, not immediate conflicts.
Processing these historical wounds with your spouse can heal and strengthen the relationship.
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Create Device-Free Home Rhythms
Establish device-free environments and clear rules around phone and laptop use at home.
Prioritize restful rhythms like quiet nights and early sleep to improve family wellbeing.
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In 'Fight for Us: Win Back the Marriage God Intends for You', Chad Robichaux shares practical advice and personal anecdotes to help couples navigate the challenges of marriage. Drawing from his own experiences and biblical teachings, Robichaux provides strategies for communication, conflict resolution, and rebuilding a strong, God-centered marriage.
Why is summer the most common season for divorce? In this powerful and heartfelt episode, The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast host Ginny Yurich sits down with Rebekah and Gabe Lyons—authors of The Fight for Us—to talk about the unexpected strains of modern marriage, how childhood patterns silently shape our partnerships, and what it really means to fight for each other. With refreshing vulnerability, the Lyons share the lessons they've learned through 28 years of marriage, raising four kids (two with Down syndrome), and building a life together marked by both purpose and play. They reveal why marriages unravel when there’s no plan, no rest, and no rhythm—and how to change course before resentment takes root.
This episode is packed with practical takeaways, laugh-out-loud moments (yes, we’re talking drive-thru fights and dishwasher wars), and deeply moving reminders that even a broken vacation—or a broken rhythm—can become sacred ground. From connection questions to shared outdoor adventures to play as spiritual practice, Gabe and Rebekah show us that healing is possible—and worth the work. Don’t miss this one.
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