Before you say "I do," ask these questions!. In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the top 25 questions every couple should ask before getting married. From family dynamics and money to love languages and boundaries, these questions will help deepen your connection, spark vulnerability, and prepare you for the commitment of marriage. So whether you're dating, engaged, or already married, this conversation is for you!

(00:00) why are we excited and passionate about this?

(04:14) let’s get started — what does marriage mean to you?

(06:06) if the answer is different, it doesn’t mean it’s over

(07:19) how do you handle conflict? how do people around you handle conflict?

(08:46) how was your parents' relationship?

(10:06) kids?

(12:02) what role does faith play in your life?

(14:13) how do you handle money vs. how do you want to handle money?

(16:57) what’s your love language?

(18:37) expectations around sexual intimacy?

(19:15) what are your political and social values, and what do they mean to you?

(21:54) what do you envision our roles in marriage and our relationship to look like?

(22:25) what are your biggest lifelong dreams and why?

(23:40) how do you handle stress or mental health challenges?

(24:29) have you ever been in therapy or counseling? are you open to it?

(25:09) how do you handle opposite-sex friendships?

(27:16) do you have any social media or phone communication boundaries?

(27:33) how would you navigate a health crisis or job loss?

(28:27) who are the most influential voices in your life right now, and do you see them sticking around?

(28:38) what’s your relationship like with your family, and how involved do you want them to be in our life?

(29:48) how do you recharge?

(29:55) why do you want to marry or be with me?

(30:40) how were you raised, and what do you want to replicate or change?

(30:48) how would you deal with unexpected parenting challenges?

(31:25) how much time do you want to spend together and/or apart?

(31:58) do you have any debt or financial obligations i should know about?

(34:21) what are your views on self-care?

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