The practice of active listening is an essential ingredient in a successful relationship.  Sometimes we don't hear what a partner is really saying, other times we consciously tune it out.  Alvean and Doug talk about the ways in which we can learn to be an active listener and when to listen versus when to talk.  For more about this episode, you can find a full transcript here: LL36-Listening-Tune in or Tune out

Is it true that couples that pray together stay together? Alvean and Doug explore the question of faith and its role in relationships in this episode. For a full transcript, click here: LL34-Couples That Pray Together

Children and pets can be a blessing but they can also bring unanticipated challenges in a relationship. Alvean and Doug talk about the ways in which couples can ensure that they amplify their love rather than place obstacles in its path in their relationship with their kids and their pets. For a complete transcript, click here: LL35-When Kids or Pets are in the way

Over time the chemistry and passion that was so strong at the start of a relationship can wane.  Alvean and Doug talk about ways couples can re-ignite their passion and find a new-albeit different way of seeing one another.  For a full transcript of this episode, click here:LL33-How to Bring Passion Back?

In this episode, Alvean and Doug talk about the many reasons men and women argue and especially about the subject of money.  Fairness in how money is used and controlled and the provider vs beneficiary are at the root of many relationship issues.  For more about the episode you can find a complete transcript here: LL32-Why Do couples Quarrel About Money?

Alvean and Doug have some fun with this provocative topic about the reasons men and women flirt.  It isn't always for the reasons you may suspect. Flirting is fun, arousing, and can be a healthy outlet but sometimes it can violate trust or lead to the dissolution of a relationship.  For more, listen to the episode and click here for a complete transcript: LL31-Why Men and Women Flirt

It is no secret that men and women think, act and feel differently, but is what ways?  Those differences can be a cause of friction or a delightful and strengthening quality.  It's all in how you look at it.  Alvean and Doug talk about those differences and ways to celebrate each other's unique qualities.  For a full transcript, click here: LL30-How Men and Women Differ

Fighting is a part of most relationships but it doesn't have to be hurtful.  Alvean and Doug talk about why couples argue and how to do so constructively.  For more and a full transcript, click here: LL29-Why Do Couples Quarrel?

Love can be painful but can it also heal?  Alvean and Doug talk about the nurturing qualities that a strong relationship can generate and ways in which two people can consciously help each other to grow and heal.  For a full transcript of this episode, click here: LL28-Can Love Heal?

It isn't just a song--sometimes we find ourselves unable to choose between two people for whom we have deep feelings.  Is it possible to sustain this awkward situation?  How can you make a choice when it is seemingly impossible and always painful?  For answers to these and other questions, listen to Alvean and Doug in this episode. For a full transcript, click here: LL27-Can you love two people equally?