Fr. Joe Hinderer joins Doug sharing highlights from his recent ordination to the priesthood. Doug also shares advice for those who are married to an emotionally challenged spouse.

 

Listener questions and comments:

• John - I have been married for 30 years. My wife and I are at emotional odds. (39:27)
• Linda - What do I do if I cannot find a spouse? (45:41)

 

Resources: 

Marriage Unhindered

https://www.marriageunhindered.com/

 

Rekindled Hearts Marriage Bundle

https://relevantradio.store/collections/books/products/marriage-bundle

 

Happy Marriage for Life

https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/

 

Emotionally Focused Therapy

https://iceeft.com/what-is-eft/

 

Helping an emotionally challenged spouse

• Use clear language to avoid miscommunication.
• Validate their feelings to help them open up.
• Focus on specific issues instead of holding onto complaints.
• Ask open ended questions to spark deeper conversations.
• Give non-verbal cues that encourage communication.
• Use active listening to show you are truly engaged.
• Practice patience.
• Mirroring them helps show you understand.