Stronger Marriage Connection

A Strong Relationship Can Outlive Death | C. Ryan Dunn | #181

May 18, 2026

We talk honestly about grief, loss, and why love can keep shaping us even after someone is gone. We share research and real stories that reframe mourning as both painful and meaningful, then land on practical ways to build a relationship that strengthens you now and later. • why grief is complex across mind and body • what predicts higher grief levels in young widowhood • loss-oriented versus restoration-oriented coping • how relationship length and intimacy relate to grief impact • continuin...

Rebuilding Intimacy In Marriage | Nick and Amy McKinlay | #180

May 11, 2026

We talk with Nick and Amy about how their marriage nearly ended, and how rebuilding emotional safety brought back real connection and passionate sexual intimacy. They share the simple habits and tools that helped them stop drifting, communicate about hard topics, and create the Ultimate Intimacy app to help other couples do the same. • their turning point after financial stress and burnout • why sex can stay frequent yet still feel disconnected • emotional safety as listening plus caring plus...

Protecting Your Marriage During The Transition To Parenthood | Sean Brotherson | #179

May 04, 2026

We welcome Dr. Sean Brotherson to talk about the joys and pressures of becoming parents and how that transition can strain or strengthen a marriage. We share concrete ways to stay connected through fatigue, changing roles, and shifting intimacy while building the stability kids need most. • why the transition to parenthood feels so intense even with preparation • setting realistic expectations through education, planning, and honest conversations • protecting couple time with simple routines ...