Building Jewish Marriages

BUILDING JEWISH MARRIAGES PODCAST 

FROM NONPROFIT TOGETHER IN HAPPINESS 

WITH SUSAN BARTH

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 Protecting the Jewish Home - From Entebbe to October 7th

Episode 8

In this episode we reflect on two defining moments in modern Jewish history - Entebbe and October 7th - and the powerful connection they have to marriage and the meaning of “home.

The difference between a physical home and the emotional home we create within our marriage. 

Protecting the marriage from within - from criticism, anger, indifference, contempt, and taking one another for granted.

 Protecting the Jewish home begins not only with protecting the home from outside threats, but with protecting the “us” inside it - creating a relationship built on safety, connection, dignity, respect, and shalom bayit.

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Building Jewish Marriages is a podcast from nonprofit Together in Happiness, exploring practical tools, timeless Jewish wisdom, and real-life conversations to help build stronger, healthier, and more meaningful Jewish marriages.

Together in Happiness is a nonprofit focused on strengthening marriages and families. We are a resource center dedicated to promoting awareness, recognition, and advocacy of the critical importance and benefits of marriage education and enrichment at different stages of the life cycle for Jewish couples in Israel and English-speaking countries. Our resources include marriage education and enrichment programs, courses, workshops, and practical tools designed to support couples throughout their journey.  

View Marriage Enrichment Resources and Events:

https://together-in-happiness.com/

Host - Susan Barth

Susan Barth is the Founder and President of Together in Happiness and a Noted Marriage Educator. Through her work, Susan is dedicated to helping couples strengthen their relationships and build marriages characterized by connection, communication, respect, and understanding. 

 Let's Connect! Follow Us!

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Instagram: 

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Learn more about Together in Happiness:
Visit https://together-in-happiness.com/ to discover more resources and support for building stronger Jewish marriages and families.

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BUILDING JEWISH MARRIAGES PODCAST 

FROM NONPROFIT TOGETHER IN HAPPINESS 

WITH SUSAN BARTH

Listen to the Building Jewish Marriages Podcast on:
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Strengthening Marriage Through Intention: Histories & Traditions

Episode 7

Every marriage is shaped by the histories, traditions, and experiences each partner brings into the relationship. How can we use that history to better understand and strengthen the “us” we have created together?

In this episode, we explore the importance of understanding each other’s family backgrounds, nurturing friendship, creating meaningful traditions, and making time for regular connection and communication. We also look at how couples can be intentional about the future they want to build together - and the legacy they hope to leave.

A strong marriage doesn’t simply happen. It is built through the small, consistent choices two people make to turn toward each other, nurture their relationship, and bring out the best in one another.

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Building Jewish Marriages is a podcast from nonprofit Together in Happiness, exploring practical tools, timeless Jewish wisdom, and real-life conversations to help build stronger, healthier, and more meaningful Jewish marriages.

Together in Happiness is a nonprofit focused on strengthening marriages and families. We are a resource center dedicated to promoting awareness, recognition, and advocacy of the critical importance and benefits of marriage education and enrichment at different stages of the life cycle for Jewish couples in Israel and English-speaking countries. Our resources include marriage education and enrichment programs, courses, workshops, and practical tools designed to support couples throughout their journey.  

View Marriage Enrichment Resources and Events:

https://together-in-happiness.com/

Host - Susan Barth

Susan Barth is the Founder and President of Together in Happiness and a Noted Marriage Educator. Through her work, Susan is dedicated to helping couples strengthen their relationships and build marriages characterized by connection, communication, respect, and understanding. 

 Let's Connect! Follow Us!

Youtube Channel: 

https://www.youtube.com/@together-in-happiness 

Facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/TogetherInHappiness/ 

Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/togetherinhappiness/

Learn more about Together in Happiness:
Visit https://together-in-happiness.com/ to discover more resources and support for building stronger Jewish marriages and families.

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Together in Happiness - helping couples build stronger, happier Jewish marriages.

BUILDING JEWISH MARRIAGES PODCAST 

FROM NONPROFIT TOGETHER IN HAPPINESS 

WITH SUSAN BARTH

Listen to the Building Jewish Marriages Podcast on:
 Spotify |  Apple Podcasts |  YouTube

 Tu B’Av: Rekindling Love in Long-Term Marriage

Episode 6

 Tu B’Av is often known as the Jewish holiday of love - but what does it mean for couples who have been married for many years?

In this episode, we explore Tu B’Av from the perspective of established, middle-aged couples and the unique opportunities this stage of marriage brings. After years of shared experiences, family responsibilities, and life’s many transitions, it can be easy for a relationship to fall into routine.

Tu B’Av offers a chance to pause, reflect, and reconnect - to appreciate the journey you’ve shared while creating space for new dreams, discoveries, and experiences together.

A meaningful reminder that love can continue to deepen, evolve, and be renewed throughout the journey of marriage.

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Building Jewish Marriages is a podcast from nonprofit Together in Happiness, exploring practical tools, timeless Jewish wisdom, and real-life conversations to help build stronger, healthier, and more meaningful Jewish marriages.

Together in Happiness is a nonprofit focused on strengthening marriages and families. We are a resource center dedicated to promoting awareness, recognition, and advocacy of the critical importance and benefits of marriage education and enrichment at different stages of the life cycle for Jewish couples in Israel and English-speaking countries. Our resources include marriage education and enrichment programs, courses, workshops, and practical tools designed to support couples throughout their journey.  

View Marriage Enrichment Resources and Events:

https://together-in-happiness.com/

Host - Susan Barth

Susan Barth is the Founder and President of Together in Happiness and a Noted Marriage Educator. Through her work, Susan is dedicated to helping couples strengthen their relationships and build marriages characterized by connection, communication, respect, and understanding. 

 Let's Connect! Follow Us!

Youtube Channel: 

https://www.youtube.com/@together-in-happiness 

Facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/TogetherInHappiness/ 

Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/togetherinhappiness/

Learn more about Together in Happiness:
Visit https://together-in-happiness.com/ to discover more resources and support for building stronger Jewish marriages and families.

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Together in Happiness - helping couples build stronger, happier Jewish marriages.

BUILDING JEWISH MARRIAGES PODCAST 

FROM NONPROFIT TOGETHER IN HAPPINESS 

WITH SUSAN BARTH

 Listen to the Building Jewish Marriages Podcast on:
 Spotify |  Apple Podcasts |  YouTube

Strengthening Marriage Through Intention: Histories & Traditions

Episode 5

Every marriage is shaped by the histories, traditions, and experiences each partner brings into the relationship. How can we use that history to better understand and strengthen the “us” we have created together?

In this episode, we explore the importance of understanding each other’s family backgrounds, nurturing friendship, creating meaningful traditions, and making time for regular connection and communication. We also look at how couples can be intentional about the future they want to build together - and the legacy they hope to leave.

A strong marriage doesn’t simply happen. It is built through the small, consistent choices two people make to turn toward each other, nurture their relationship, and bring out the best in one another.

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Building Jewish Marriages is a podcast from nonprofit Together in Happiness, exploring practical tools, timeless Jewish wisdom, and real-life conversations to help build stronger, healthier, and more meaningful Jewish marriages.

Together in Happiness is a nonprofit focused on strengthening marriages and families. We are a resource center dedicated to promoting awareness, recognition, and advocacy of the critical importance and benefits of marriage education and enrichment at different stages of the life cycle for Jewish couples in Israel and English-speaking countries. Our resources include marriage education and enrichment programs, courses, workshops, and practical tools designed to support couples throughout their journey.  

View Marriage Enrichment Resources and Events:

https://together-in-happiness.com/

Host - Susan Barth

Susan Barth is the Founder and President of Together in Happiness and a Noted Marriage Educator. Through her work, Susan is dedicated to helping couples strengthen their relationships and build marriages characterized by connection, communication, respect, and understanding. 

 Let's Connect! Follow Us!

Youtube Channel: 

https://www.youtube.com/@together-in-happiness 

Facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/TogetherInHappiness/ 

Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/togetherinhappiness/

Learn more about Together in Happiness:
Visit https://together-in-happiness.com/ to discover more resources and support for building stronger Jewish marriages and families.

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Together in Happiness - helping couples build stronger, happier Jewish marriages.

BUILDING JEWISH MARRIAGES PODCAST 

FROM NONPROFIT TOGETHER IN HAPPINESS 

WITH SUSAN BARTH

 Listen to the Building Jewish Marriages Podcast on:
 Spotify |  Apple Podcasts |  YouTube

Transforming the Anger Cycle

Episode 4

In this episode, we look at one character trait that can have a particularly destructive effect on marriage: anger.

What happens when anger hurts the person closest to us? How can we take ownership without becoming defensive? And what does genuine Teshuvah look like within a marriage?

This episode explores the importance of listening to the impact of our anger, acknowledging hurt, apologizing, and creating mutually agreed-upon ground rules for handling disagreements. From taking a time-out when anger takes over to protecting our spouse's dignity and emotional safety, these practical tools can help couples move from destructive patterns toward greater respect, connection, and Shalom Bayit.

The goal isn't simply fewer angry moments. It's building a stronger us, one commitment at a time.

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Building Jewish Marriages is a podcast from nonprofit Together in Happiness, exploring practical tools, timeless Jewish wisdom, and real-life conversations to help build stronger, healthier, and more meaningful Jewish marriages.

Together in Happiness is a nonprofit focused on strengthening marriages and families. We are a resource center dedicated to promoting awareness, recognition, and advocacy of the critical importance and benefits of marriage education and enrichment at different stages of the life cycle for Jewish couples in Israel and English-speaking countries. Our resources include marriage education and enrichment programs, courses, workshops, and practical tools designed to support couples throughout their journey.  

View Marriage Enrichment Resources and Events:

https://together-in-happiness.com/

Host - Susan Barth

Susan Barth is the Founder and President of Together in Happiness and a Noted Marriage Educator. Through her work, Susan is dedicated to helping couples strengthen their relationships and build marriages characterized by connection, communication, respect, and understanding. 

 Let's Connect! Follow Us!

Youtube Channel: 

https://www.youtube.com/@together-in-happiness 

Facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/TogetherInHappiness/ 

Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/togetherinhappiness/

Learn more about Together in Happiness:
Visit https://together-in-happiness.com/ to discover more resources and support for building stronger Jewish marriages and families.

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BUILDING JEWISH MARRIAGES PODCAST 

FROM NONPROFIT TOGETHER IN HAPPINESS 

WITH SUSAN BARTH

 Listen to the Building Jewish Marriages Podcast on:
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Building a Better “Us”

Episode 3 

In this episode of Building Jewish Marriages, we focus on the importance of nurturing the “us” at the heart of a marriage. Rather than focusing only on what each partner needs individually, the conversation asks: What is right with our relationship, and what do we want more of?

We share eight character traits and qualities that can help create a more harmonious and connected marriage.

The episode ends with a practical challenge: choose one of these eight qualities, give it focused attention for a week, put it on the calendar, and then ask each other, “How was that? Did you feel any different?” The goal is to keep nurturing and strengthening the “us” - not just me and you, but the relationship you are building together.

This episode also encourages couples to ask each other: “What would make our marriage better this year?” Small, intentional changes can help couples strengthen their relationship and communicate to their family that they matter and are priorities for one another.

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Building Jewish Marriages is a podcast from nonprofit Together in Happiness, exploring practical tools, timeless Jewish wisdom, and real-life conversations to help build stronger, healthier, and more meaningful Jewish marriages.

Together in Happiness is a nonprofit focused on strengthening marriages and families. We are a resource center dedicated to promoting awareness, recognition, and advocacy of the critical importance and benefits of marriage education and enrichment at different stages of the life cycle for Jewish couples in Israel and English-speaking countries. Our resources include marriage education and enrichment programs, courses, workshops, and practical tools designed to support couples throughout their journey.  

View Marriage Enrichment Resources and Events:

https://together-in-happiness.com/

Host - Susan Barth

Susan Barth is the Founder and President of Together in Happiness and a Noted Marriage Educator. Through her work, Susan is dedicated to helping couples strengthen their relationships and build marriages characterized by connection, communication, respect, and understanding. 

 Let's Connect! Follow Us!

Youtube Channel: 

https://www.youtube.com/@together-in-happiness 

Facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/TogetherInHappiness/ 

Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/togetherinhappiness/

Learn more about Together in Happiness:
Visit https://together-in-happiness.com/ to discover more resources and support for building stronger Jewish marriages and families.

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BUILDING JEWISH MARRIAGES PODCAST 

FROM NONPROFIT TOGETHER IN HAPPINESS 

WITH SUSAN BARTH

 Listen to the Building Jewish Marriages Podcast on:
 Spotify |  Apple Podcasts |  YouTube

10 Days to a Better Marriage: The Teshuva Journey for Couples 

 Episode 2

The ten days of Teshuva between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are traditionally a time for reflection, repentance, and returning to our better selves. But what if we brought that same process into our marriages?

In this episode, we explore 10 character traits – middot - that can weaken a marriage, and the positive qualities that can help replace them:

What is important is that this is not a list of your spouse's faults. Teshuva begins with asking, “What do I need to change?”

We look at how improving our own character can lead to better behavior, greater shalom bayit, stronger marriages, stronger Jewish families, and ultimately a stronger society.

The goal isn't perfection. It's refinement - one trait, one change, one step forward toward becoming a better spouse.

Take a moment to reflect: Which of these traits feels most familiar to you? And what is one small change you can make in your marriage today?

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Building Jewish Marriages is a podcast from nonprofit Together in Happiness, exploring practical tools, timeless Jewish wisdom, and real-life conversations to help build stronger, healthier, and more meaningful Jewish marriages.

Together in Happiness is a nonprofit focused on strengthening marriages and families. We are a resource center dedicated to promoting awareness, recognition, and advocacy of the critical importance and benefits of marriage education and enrichment at different stages of the life cycle for Jewish couples in Israel and English-speaking countries. Our resources include marriage education and enrichment programs, courses, workshops, and practical tools designed to support couples throughout their journey.  

View Marriage Enrichment Resources and Events:

https://together-in-happiness.com/

Host - Susan Barth

Susan Barth is the Founder and President of Together in Happiness and a Noted Marriage Educator. Through her work, Susan is dedicated to helping couples strengthen their relationships and build marriages characterized by connection, communication, respect, and understanding. 

 Let's Connect! Follow Us!

Youtube Channel: 

https://www.youtube.com/@together-in-happiness 

Facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/TogetherInHappiness/ 

Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/togetherinhappiness/

Learn more about Together in Happiness:
Visit https://together-in-happiness.com/ to discover more resources and support for building stronger Jewish marriages and families.

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BUILDING JEWISH MARRIAGES PODCAST 

FROM NONPROFIT TOGETHER IN HAPPINESS 

WITH SUSAN BARTH

 Listen to the Building Jewish Marriages Podcast on:
 Spotify |  Apple Podcasts |  YouTube

Creating Shalom Bayit: Building a Peaceful Jewish Home

 Episode 1 

What does it really mean to create Shalom Bayit - peace in the home?

In this first episode of Building Jewish Marriages, nonprofit Together in Happiness - with host Susan Barth - explores what makes a home more than just a house - a place where we feel accepted, heard, valued, and emotionally safe.

Drawing inspiration from the story of the Entebbe rescue, we reflect on the importance of protecting and strengthening our homes and relationships. We share thoughts on the small, everyday choices that can make a meaningful difference in a marriage - from being present and listening, to choosing kindness and connection over distraction.

Listen to the episode for practical insights, Jewish wisdom, and one simple challenge to help make your home more peaceful.

Building Jewish Marriages is a podcast from nonprofit Together in Happiness, exploring practical tools, timeless Jewish wisdom, and real-life conversations to help build stronger, healthier, and more meaningful Jewish marriages.

Together in Happiness is a nonprofit focused on strengthening marriages and families. We are a resource center dedicated to promoting awareness, recognition, and advocacy of the critical importance and benefits of marriage education and enrichment at different stages of the life cycle for Jewish couples in Israel and English-speaking countries. Our resources include marriage education and enrichment programs, courses, workshops, and practical tools designed to support couples throughout their journey.  

View Marriage Enrichment Resources and Events:

https://together-in-happiness.com/

Host - Susan Barth

Susan Barth is the Founder and President of Together in Happiness and a Noted Marriage Educator. Through her work, Susan is dedicated to helping couples strengthen their relationships and build marriages characterized by connection, communication, respect, and understanding. 

 Let's Connect! Follow Us!

Youtube Channel: 

https://www.youtube.com/@together-in-happiness 

Facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/TogetherInHappiness/ 

Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/togetherinhappiness/ 

Learn more about Together in Happiness:
Visit https://together-in-happiness.com/ to discover more resources and support for building stronger Jewish marriages and families.

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