It's not just about love. In this powerful episode of Finding Love, Jenni & Stephen Hendrix break down the top 5 things men truly need to thrive in a relationship. From emotional safety to loyalty, and from intimacy to respect-this conversation gets raw, real, and revealing.

If you've ever found yourself asking:
"Why does he pull away?"
"What does he really want from me?"
"How can I connect with him deeper?"
...this episode is for you.

✅ Whether you're dating, engaged, or already married-understanding these needs can transform your connection and unlock intimacy in ways you didn't expect.

🎯 Topics We Cover:
-How sex connects vs. confuses men
-The difference between intimacy and access
-Why loyalty is the bridge to vulnerability
-How men respond to respect in conflict
-What makes a woman "his peace"

⏱️ Chapter Timestamps
00:00 – Intro: Why This Conversation Matters
00:40 – What Women Get Wrong About Men & Sex
03:05 – The Truth About Intimacy: It's Not Just Physical
06:30 – Married vs. Dating: How Sex Shifts
09:00 – The Miscommunication Behind "Not Tonight"
11:00 – Loyalty: What It Means to Men
13:10 – Vulnerability: The Deepest Layer of Trust
15:00 – Respect Over Love: How Men Feel Secure
17:30 – Reassurance: Why He Needs to Feel Valued
20:00 – Be His Peace, Not His Pressure
22:00 – Recap: The 5 Things Every Man Needs
23:15 – Final Toast & Season 2 Announcement

If you're ready to go beyond surface-level advice and into the real work of building a lasting connection-tap in.

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Are you trying to figure out what women really want from a man? Whether you're dating, committed, or married — this conversation is for you.

In this powerful episode of Finding Love, Jenni & Stephen Hendrix break down the three most important things women need from men in relationships. From emotional connection and communication to real leadership and support, this isn’t about grand gestures — it’s about everyday intentionality.

💥 This episode answers questions like:

“What am I missing when it comes to women?”

“How can I show up better in relationships?”

“Why does she keep saying she’s tired… but not telling me what she needs?”

🔔 Tune in if you're ready to stop guessing and start showing up in a way that truly lands.

⏱️ CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – What Women Really Want (Intro)
01:00 – Stop Using Historical Data to Love Her
03:00 – Don’t Wait Until She’s Silent to Listen
05:20 – How to Hear Her Without Her Repeating Herself
07:00 – The Power of Active Listening & Observation
08:45 – Leadership Is About More Than Money
10:30 – How Real Men Lead Emotionally, Spiritually, & Practically
12:00 – Responding Without Defense & Being Her Peace
14:20 – Navigating Life Stages as a Couple
16:00 – Why Leadership Means Sacrifice and Structure
17:50 – #3: Lighten Her Load (The Real MVP Move)
20:00 – Deposits vs Withdrawals: How to Pour Into Her
22:00 – Small Acts That Change Everything (Motherhood, Nails, & Reset Days)
24:00 – Don’t Stop Dating Her After Marriage
26:00 – The Bonus Rule: Take the Kids on Mother’s Day
27:15 – Final Toast: Take Some of These Good Women Off the Streets
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This episode of the Finding Love Podcast is a deep, vulnerable conversation for anyone navigating a breaking point in marriage. If you're emotionally drained, questioning your commitment, or struggling with unmet expectations—this one is for you.

We open up about what really happens behind closed doors, from emotional detachment to the invisible weight of resentment, and how the culture of instant gratification has altered our view of marriage. This is not a how-to, but a heart-to-heart about the power of love, loyalty, grace—and knowing when it’s truly time to walk away.

🎯 Watch this if you’re asking:

*Am I doing everything I can to save this?*
*Is my marriage worth fighting for?*
*What if I'm tired of repeating myself?*
*What is divorce really going to solve?*

⏱️ CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Vows & Real Talk: What marriage really demands
01:28 – The cultural pressure to marry... then divorce
04:00 – Marriage is not the destination
07:14 – Uncommunicated expectations and emotional burnout
11:02 – Playing house vs building partnership
14:20 – When you’re exhausted, disconnected, and carrying too much
18:35 – “Unload the dishwasher” = unmet needs and quiet resentment
22:00 – The danger of 50/50 scorekeeping in relationships
25:10 – What is divorce going to solve for you?
28:03 – How your kids are impacted even when you try to shield them
30:00 – Have you really tried everything?
32:00 – 4 final questions before you leave your marriage
33:30 – A heartfelt toast to those at the crossroads
34:15 – Why we created this podcast: love, legacy, and lasting partnership

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How do you know if it's time to walk away from a relationship-or keep fighting for it?

In this vulnerable and honest episode of Finding Love, Jenni & Stephen Hendrix unpack the subtle signs, internal conflicts, and hard conversations that come up when deciding to stay… or leave. If you've ever felt torn between peace and potential, this is for you.

🎯 Whether you're married, dating, or deeply unsure about where your relationship stands, this conversation gives you clarity, validation, and tools to make decisions from a healed place.

In this episode, we break down:
• How to know when love turns into obligation*
• Why women often leave emotionally before they ever physically exit*
• The difference between protecting peace and avoiding growth*
• What emotionally unavailable men get wrong*
• When couples therapy is a bandaid, not a solution*
• And how to stop internalizing someone else's lack of effort*

Chapters:

00:00 – Is the Relationship Still Serving You?
02:06 – Why Women Leave Emotionally First
03:54 – Confusion Between Conflict and Misalignment
05:35 – Are You Exhausted or Just Unfulfilled?
07:58 – Do You Want Them or the Idea of Them?
10:27 – What Happens When You Lose Yourself
13:02 – They Say They're Trying… But Are They Really?
14:49 – Why Some Men Wait Until It's Too Late
17:18 – Choosing Peace Doesn't Mean You're Quitting
19:22 – The Trap of "Trying to Make It Work"
21:55 – False Hope, Missed Therapy, and Bandaid Fixes
25:01 – When You're the Only One Carrying the Relationship
28:08 – No One Else Is Coming to Save You
30:12 – Finding the Courage to Choose Yourself

If you're in the middle of an emotional crossroads, let this be the episode that helps you take your power back.

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Before you fall into the next rinse-and-repeat cycle of dating, let’s talk. In this honest episode of Finding Love, Jenni & Stephen Hendrix unpack the four biggest mistakes people make when dating — and why these mistakes can sabotage your next relationship before it even begins.

From dating without intention to falling in love with someone’s potential, this conversation is a mirror and a manual. If you’re looking for love that lasts, start here.

In this episode, we break down:

-Why dating without intentionality keeps you in situationships
-The hidden cost of falling in love with someone’s “potential”
-How dating habits actually prepare us for divorce, not marriage
-Why knowing someone’s true view of partnership is everything

Chapters
00:00 – Intro: From Healing to Awareness in Dating
01:13 – Mistake #1: Dating Without Intention
04:38 – Mistake #2: Practicing for Divorce (The Rinse & Repeat Trap)
07:27 – Mistake #3: Falling in Love with the Idea of a Person
11:05 – Why That Checklist Might Be Holding You Back
12:17 – Mistake #4: Not Understanding Their View of Partnership
14:46 – What Loyalty, Trust & Conflict Teach You Early On
16:39 – Final Takeaways: Are You Interviewing for Marriage or Settling?
17:59 – A Toast to Healing, Dating Smarter, and Finding Love

This one is for the intentional, the healing, and the hopeful.
Whether you’re dating again after heartbreak or trying to break old patterns, this episode gives you the clarity to move forward with confidence.

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Coming to grips with the end of a relationship is hard-but healing after a breakup is even harder. In this new episode of Finding Love, Jenni & Stephen Hendrix unpack the real work of moving on. From self-reflection and accountability to boundary-setting and regaining confidence, this episode gives you the mindset and tools to heal fully before your next relationship begins. Whether you're fresh off a breakup or still carrying pain from a relationship that ended years ago, this conversation will help you reclaim your joy and protect your peace.

In this episode, we cover:

-Why most people never truly heal before dating again

-How to know when it's time to walk away

-What self-reflection really looks like (not just blaming your ex)

-The difference between a healed person and a hurt one in relationships

-How to stop dating like you're trying to fix your last mistake

-What makes you ready to love again-and how to spot your blind spots

Chapters:
00:00 - Opening: Why Healing Feels So Hard
01:10 - When You Want to Save a Relationship That's Over
03:02 - The Real Meaning of Walking Away with Strength
05:13 - How Resentment and Chaos Take Over Unhealed Relationships
07:24 - You Can't Heal if You Keep Blaming Your Ex
09:30 - Filling the Void Too Fast: The Relationship Band-Aid
12:00 - Doing the Work to Reclaim Yourself
13:45 - What You Learn From a Breakup (If You're Really Healing)
15:10 - Dating From a Healed Place vs. Hurting Place
17:30 - Accountability and the Mirror Test
20:05 - Setting Boundaries and Rediscovering Joy
22:15 - You're Not Lonely-You're Growing
23:30 - Final Words: Toast to the Ones Healing

This one is for anyone on the journey back to themselves. Tune in, take notes, and take your power back. You are worthy of a whole love.

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Dating today is more complex than ever. But when men and women start truly listening to each other-something powerful shifts. In this episode, Jenni and Stephen dive into the misunderstood truths on both sides of the gender conversation.

This episode uncovers:

*What women really mean when they say they want a leader*

*How confidence (not control) makes a man irresistible*

*Why many men mistake vulnerability for weakness-and how to fix it*

*The cost of dating without standards*

*The silent mistakes that ruin great connections too early*

*What it means to "spin the block" the right way*

Whether you're a woman craving intentional pursuit or a man wondering why it never seems to be enough, this episode is the honest conversation we all need to hear.

Don't date another day without watching this first.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro: What Don't We Understand?
01:05 The Fantasy vs. Reality of Being "The Whole Package"
02:30 Women Want to Be Led, Not Controlled
04:50 What Real Leadership Looks Like
06:30 Confidence vs. Bravado: The Difference Women Feel
08:15 When a Woman Is Still in Her Grind Mode
10:00 Vulnerability Is Not Weakness
12:05 Standards Matter: Stop Dating Without Them
14:30 Reciprocity and Red Flags
17:00 Why You Can't "Build Him Up"
19:10 When He Dates Her Because She Makes It Too Easy
21:00 How to Set Expectations and Say No Without Drama
23:00 Don't Fall for the Resume. Date With Wisdom
25:00 If You Spin the Block, Come Back Different
26:00 Closing the Chapter Properly

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After over 2 million views on Facebook from just one viral clip, we're back with the full continuation you've been waiting for.

This is Part 2 of our raw and real conversation on what it means to navigate dating, parenting, and personal peace all at the same time. Picking up from "Co-Parenting Chaos, Bonus Kids & Healing," this episode opens the door even wider on:

-Why some men hide their relationships from social media

-What it feels like to date someone who is still in court battles

-The difference between protecting your peace and hiding your partner

-How to support your man without becoming his crutch

-Former bitter moms and the journey to healing

-Why Friend of the Court is no friend at all

-Navigating teenage dating, daughter boundaries, and parenting in public

-Rewriting the narrative of Black fatherhood

Whether you're navigating love while raising kids, healing after divorce, or trying to build a healthy relationship through chaos, this is for you.

Chapters:
00:00 - Should You Post Your Relationship on Social Media?
01:04 - Court Battles, Coins & Hiding the Truth From Your Kids
02:26 - Supporting Without Becoming a Crutch
03:28 - The Truth Behind "He's Just Not Ready To Post You"
05:01 - When She's Bitter for a Reason
06:15 - When Good Fathers Still Get Taken to Court
08:16 - When Cash Apps Get Counted as Income
09:58 - Becoming the Example (Even If You Didn't Have One)
11:06 - Raising Teenagers in the Age of Public Relationships
13:29 - Does This Relationship Bring You Joy?
14:50 - Drawing the Line in Toxic Teen Dating
16:20 - Macro vs. Micro Parenting Approaches
17:54 - Teaching Boundaries, Access, and Respect
20:12 - Real Talk About Transitions, Growth & Mistakes
22:06 - When All You Can Do Is Plant the Seeds
25:05 - Teaching Teens to Recognize Emotional Effort
26:52 - When Your Daughter Starts Dating: Dads Weigh In
29:11 - Changing the Narrative Around Black Fathers
31:00 - How to Keep the Conversation Going

Watch Part 1 here: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txESdc7YGpg]

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This special edition of Finding Love LIVE peels back the layers of blended families and co-parenting dynamics—especially when love and drama collide. From step-parenting struggles to dealing with bitter exes, this episode is all about creating peace, healing from the past, and protecting your future. Whether you're dating someone with children or trying to build a new relationship while co-parenting, this conversation is filled with emotional honesty and hard-earned wisdom.

*Building trust and respect with a bonus child who doesn’t make it easy*
*Managing co-parenting conflict without letting it destroy your relationship*
*How to know when you're really ready to date again after heartbreak*

Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome to a Special Live Episode
01:11 - Kirk Franklin's Take: Is Marriage Being Weaponized?
03:02 - Why We Started Finding Love: From Case Studies to Community
04:08 - Bonus Child Hazing: The First Encounter
06:25 - The Power of Handling It In-House
07:41 - When Kids Want Their Parents Back Together
09:00 - The Flip Side: When You’re the Bonus Parent
09:45 - Bitter Baby Mamas… and Daddies Too
11:07 - The Nonlinear Process of Healing After Divorce
13:04 - Healing Can Be Harder Than the Breakup
14:55 - When the Co-Parent Refuses to Heal
15:56 - When Co-Parent Drama Threatens Your Peace
16:46 - The Role of Trust in Building a Blended Family
17:43 - Why She Doesn’t Deserve Access to You
18:59 - When You Love the Child but Not the Co-Parent
20:04 - Why Your Partner Doesn’t Need to Share Everything with You
20:40 - Healthy Ways to Get Back to Yourself After Trauma
22:17 - Why Some Men Don’t Know Their Ex is Bitter
23:40 - Setting Strong Boundaries with Bitter Exes
25:17 - The Power of Structure & Organization in Co-Parenting
26:52 - Limiting Access to Protect Your Peace
27:36 - Former Bitter Moms Share Their Story
28:11 - Your Healing is Not Performance-Based
29:35 - Single Parents: You Are Not Baggage
30:22 - Do You Hide Your Happiness to Keep the Peace?

This episode doesn’t just tell stories—it gives language to real emotions, real experiences, and the real tension of trying to heal while co-parenting. Whether you’re navigating bonus parenting for the first time or trying to rebuild after emotional burnout, this conversation is for you.

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Join Jenni & Stephen Hendrix in this compelling episode of Finding Love Live, as we discuss real-life relationship dynamics discussed during a vibrant panel discussion. This episode provides profound insights into compatibility, co-parenting, and the unique pressures of modern dating.

Mastering Compatibility: Explore foundational principles of being equally yoked in values and life goals.

Co-Parenting and Dating: Strategies for balancing parenting responsibilities with personal relationship needs.

Navigating Modern Dating: Tackling societal expectations and maintaining personal values in today’s dating world.

Chapters:
2:49 - How do you know if you are equally yoked?
5:30 - Navigating dating when a child is involved
8:36 - The Pressures of Modern Dating
12:34 - Intimacy is NOT Sex
14:15 - How to stay abstinent in today’s society
15:31 - Navigating Your Marriage When Your In-Laws Don’t Like You
16:45 - Marriage with 2 Ambitious Spouses
18:09 - How To Treat An Ambitious Wife
19:10 - How to date when you didn't have a father around
20:00 - Men accepting help from his partner
21:30 - Finding Love in a transactional society
24:23 - How do I know if he’s my future husband
25:30 - Financially planning for marriage
28:00 - Setting A Work Life Balance

This episode not only dives into how to determine compatibility but also provides actionable insights on nurturing it within your relationships. Whether you're navigating the early stages of dating or reflecting on your long-term commitment, our discussion aims to equip you with the tools to assess and enhance your relational dynamics. Join us as we uncover the deeper aspects of compatibility, from communicating effectively to committing fully, ensuring that your relationship can thrive on a foundation of genuine understanding and mutual respect.

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