Josiah and Peter sit down to talk about early marriage phases, values, conflict, and the impact of culture on marriage.

101 Questions to Ask Before You're Married, Norman Wright

Hooked: The Brain Science on How Casual Sex Affects Humans

Brene Brown: Anything she has ever done.

The Soul of Shame, Curt Thomson

The 7 Stages of Marriage: Laughter, Intimacy, and Passion Today, Tomorrow, Forever by Rita DeMaria and Sari Harrar

Mr. Universe, Jim Gaffigan

Atomic Habits, James Clear

Trust, Henry Cloud

The Love Prescription, Gottman

Hooked: The Brain Science on How Casual Sex Affects Humans

Leave a 5* review and help us destroy the Gottman's podcast.

X account: @marriagebestpod

Email: marriageisthebest@yahoo.com

Leave us a voicemail: 612-361-9615

Gottman TED Talk:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=nBN9zG1JNPg&pp=ygUbVW5zb2x2YWJsZSBjb25kbGljdCBnb3R0bWFu

Resources: Counseling Resource (East and South Metro MN and telehealth): https://counselingcare.us

Parenting Great Kids with Dr Meg Meeker: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DXzVlmAHrYcvClM42E0C7?si=_2yZt3fFRMKUuxbO9-ku6w

The Ramsey Show:

https://open.spotify.com/show/5exfRPDNCBHmntEkJrlLmX?si=c3210281b47a4500

Resources:

Preparing for Marriage, Rainey:

7 Principles for Making Marriage Work, Gottman:

How to Improve Your Marriage Without Talking About It, Stosny

Hold Me Tight, Johnson

Getting the Love You Want, Hendricks & Hunt

If your marriage is in trouble, please reach out to a qualified professional in your area. If you or someone you know is in an abusive marriage, please reach out to the national hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text "START" to 88788. Marriage is the Best but it can also be unsafe and if you or a loved one are unsafe reaching out for help can be the first step toward healing. God bless.

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NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING.

1. Sponsor

The giveaway is sponsored by the Marriage Is the Best podcast (“Sponsor”).

2. Eligibility

Open to legal residents of the United States who are 18 years of age or older at the time of entry. Void where prohibited by law. Employees, contractors, or immediate family members of the Sponsor are not eligible.

3. Giveaway Period

The giveaway begins at 12:00 AM Central Time on [START DATE] and ends at 11:59 PM Central Time on [END DATE] (“Giveaway Period”).

4. How to Enter

To enter:

1. Leave a 5-star review for the Marriage Is the Best podcast on Apple Podcasts during the Giveaway Period.

2.Submit proof of your review by commenting on Spotify by the end of the Giveaway Period.

Limit one (1) entry per person.

5. Prize

One (1) winner will receive $100 USD, intended to be used toward a date night. No substitution or transfer permitted. Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal value if necessary.

6. Winner Selection

The winner will be selected in a random drawing from all eligible entries received during the Giveaway Period. Odds of winning depend on the number of entries received.

7. Winner Notification

The winner will be notified within 7 days of the giveaway ending using the contact information provided. If the winner does not respond within 72 hours, an alternate winner may be selected.

8. Publicity

By entering, participants grant permission for the Sponsor to announce the winner’s first name and last initial on the podcast or associated platforms, unless prohibited by law.

9. Release

Apple Inc. is not a sponsor of, affiliated with, or responsible for this giveaway. By participating, entrants release Apple Inc. from any liability related to this promotion.

10. General Conditions

Sponsor reserves the right to cancel, suspend, or modify the giveaway if fraud, technical failures, or any other factor beyond Sponsor’s reasonable control impairs the integrity of the giveaway.

11. Governing Law

This giveaway is governed by the laws of the United States and the state of MN, without regard to conflict of law principles.

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Hooked: The Brain Science on How Casual Sex Affects Humans

Brene Brown: Anything she has ever done.

The Soul of Shame, Curt Thomson

The 7 Stages of Marriage: Laughter, Intimacy, and Passion Today, Tomorrow, Forever by Rita DeMaria and Sari Harrar

Mr. Universe, Jim Gaffigan

Atomic Habits, James Clear

Trust, Henry Cloud

The Love Prescription, Gottman

Hooked: The Brain Science on How Casual Sex Affects Humans

Leave a 5* review and help us destroy the Gottman's podcast.

X account: @marriagebestpod

Email: marriageisthebest@yahoo.com

Leave us a voicemail: 612-361-9615

Gottman TED Talk:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=nBN9zG1JNPg&pp=ygUbVW5zb2x2YWJsZSBjb25kbGljdCBnb3R0bWFu

Resources: Counseling Resource (East and South Metro MN and telehealth): https://counselingcare.us

Parenting Great Kids with Dr Meg Meeker: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DXzVlmAHrYcvClM42E0C7?si=_2yZt3fFRMKUuxbO9-ku6w

The Ramsey Show:

https://open.spotify.com/show/5exfRPDNCBHmntEkJrlLmX?si=c3210281b47a4500

Resources:

Preparing for Marriage, Rainey:

7 Principles for Making Marriage Work, Gottman:

How to Improve Your Marriage Without Talking About It, Stosny

Hold Me Tight, Johnson

Getting the Love You Want, Hendricks & Hunt

If your marriage is in trouble, please reach out to a qualified professional in your area. If you or someone you know is in an abusive marriage, please reach out to the national hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text "START" to 88788. Marriage is the Best but it can also be unsafe and if you or a loved one are unsafe reaching out for help can be the first step toward healing. God bless.

Official Rules — $100 Date Night Giveaway

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING.

1. Sponsor

The giveaway is sponsored by the Marriage Is the Best podcast (“Sponsor”).

2. Eligibility

Open to legal residents of the United States who are 18 years of age or older at the time of entry. Void where prohibited by law. Employees, contractors, or immediate family members of the Sponsor are not eligible.

3. Giveaway Period

The giveaway begins at 12:00 AM Central Time on [START DATE] and ends at 11:59 PM Central Time on [END DATE] (“Giveaway Period”).

4. How to Enter

To enter:

1. Leave a 5-star review for the Marriage Is the Best podcast on Apple Podcasts during the Giveaway Period.

2.Submit proof of your review by commenting on Spotify by the end of the Giveaway Period.

Limit one (1) entry per person.

5. Prize

One (1) winner will receive $100 USD, intended to be used toward a date night. No substitution or transfer permitted. Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal value if necessary.

6. Winner Selection

The winner will be selected in a random drawing from all eligible entries received during the Giveaway Period. Odds of winning depend on the number of entries received.

7. Winner Notification

The winner will be notified within 7 days of the giveaway ending using the contact information provided. If the winner does not respond within 72 hours, an alternate winner may be selected.

8. Publicity

By entering, participants grant permission for the Sponsor to announce the winner’s first name and last initial on the podcast or associated platforms, unless prohibited by law.

9. Release

Apple Inc. is not a sponsor of, affiliated with, or responsible for this giveaway. By participating, entrants release Apple Inc. from any liability related to this promotion.

10. General Conditions

Sponsor reserves the right to cancel, suspend, or modify the giveaway if fraud, technical failures, or any other factor beyond Sponsor’s reasonable control impairs the integrity of the giveaway.

11. Governing Law

This giveaway is governed by the laws of the United States and the state of MN, without regard to conflict of law principles.