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Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
By David Haastrup | Christian Marriage Coach & Conflict De-escalation StrategistSociety & CultureReligion & SpiritualityChristianityRelationships
Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations episodes
- EP 58 \\ Ready to take that family vacation? Here are some tips for strengthening your connection during your tripHi friend!It’s that time of the year when children are back from school and the family vacation is in the works. Now before you head out for your vacation, be it a drive or a flight, there has to be proper planning. How do you engage the kids…and encourage interaction and bonding among siblings? Or even bonding with your spouse? How can you make your trip an exciting one...one free from “screen time” , “gadgets” or “electronics”...one that strengthens your connection as a family? In this episode, get ready to discover some activities you can do as a family to strengthen your connection as you make more memories this summer and over the years.Alright, tune in to listen to find out more!.............................................................................................................For questions/inquiries/coaching:Email: [email protected]9 min
- EP 57 \\ Do we need a Joint Bank Account for a Strong and Successful Marriage?
Hi friend!
Wondering if a married couple needs a joint bank account for a strong and successful marriage? Then, get ready to tune in to listen to this episode as we address one of the questions that come up in Marriage and Money conversations.
We pray this episode blesses you:)
.............................................................................................................For questions/inquiries/coaching:Email: [email protected]11 min - EP 56 \\ 3 Important Truths I Wish Every Dad Knew About Their KidsHi Friend!It is a couple of days to Father's Day here in Canada! As a husband and father of three, I have learned more than a thing or two :) while navigating the world of parenthood as my wife and I work together to raise our children as a team. So, in this episode, get ready to discover a couple of them as I share 3 truths I wish every dad knew about raising kids.I also want to use this opportunity to appreciate fathers. To all the fathers out there, I wish you a Happy Father’s Day. I pray that your children will not cause you sorrow but will be a blessing every day of your life and the connection with your children will continue to grow stronger in Jesus’ name, amen.I pray this episode blesses you!.............................................................................................................For questions/inquiries/coaching:Email: [email protected]18 min
- EP 55 \\ Does having children bring a couple closer and strengthen their marriage? Here is the hard truth...
Hi friend!
If you've ever wondered or asked these questions silently, "Do children bring a couple closer?" or " Does having kids make your marriage stronger?", then get ready to find out in this episode. Also, be prepared to grab some valuable tips that will help you achieve more closeness as a couple and strengthen your partnership in marriage.
We pray this blesses you:)
.............................................................................................................For questions/inquiries/coaching:Email: [email protected]8 min - EP 54 \\ 3 essential key growth areas for a stronger and happier marriage (#1 is the most important)Hi friend!Want a stronger and happier marriage? Embrace growth. In this episode, you will discover 3 essential key growth areas for a stronger and happier marriage. These key areas of growth have influenced our marital goals and contributed to the level of success we have experienced in marriage.Want to find out more?Ready…Set…Tune in to find out more!.............................................................................................................For questions/inquiries/coaching:Email: [email protected]20 min
- EP 53 \\ Want to avoid unnecessary ”time-sucking” and ”energy-draining” fights or conflicts in marriage? Start doing these.Hi friend,After being married for over a decade, we have come to realize that one time management hack for couples involves avoiding unnecessary conflicts in marriage. What do we really mean? We believe that conflict could present an opportunity to understand each other better and strengthen your relationship. However, if not addressed properly, it can negatively impact a marriage. And when you think about it...some fights or arguments in marriage are just unnecessary. We could all agree that instead of spending time engaging in these unnecessary “time-sucking” and “energy-draining” fights in marriage, there are other things we could be doing that would result in a better use of our time and energy. In other words, there are ways we could be more productive with the use of our time and energy.As couples raising kids in modern times without a lot of time on our hands, we want to ensure we can be more productive using the little time we have available and preserve our energy to do what truly matters to us. If that sounds like what you desire, then get ready to listen to this episode as we discuss how to avoid unnecessary conflicts in marriage by doing 3 things…You can call them the 3 Gs :) These have personally helped us in our marriage as we continue to grow stronger in love, connection and as a team over the years…and we can’t wait to share them with you!Alright, let’s go!We pray this episode blesses you..............................................................................................................For questions/inquiries/coaching:Email: [email protected]13 min
- EP 52 \\ Struggling to improve intimacy in your marriage while raising kids? Try these three tipsHi friend!Intimacy in marriage is important because the more intimate we are, the closer and more connected we feel as a couple. When we feel connected as a couple, it benefits us not only as a couple but as individuals too. For example, we work better together as members of the same team rather than engage in conflicts that sap the little time and energy we have left after a long day. In this episode, we would be sharing three hacks you can use to increase intimacy in your marriage…even if you’re raising kids and have little time & energy! These three hacks make up the F.A.R method, a three-part method to help you serve each other better and grow stronger in love, connection and intimacy in marriage.Want to find out more?Ready…Set…Tune in to find out more!Link mentioned in this episode:The Love Language Quiz:https://5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/love-language.............................................................................................................For questions/inquiries/coaching:Email: [email protected]15 min
- EP 51 \\ 5 amazing qualities of my mom that have shaped my marriage, family and lifeHi Friend!It is a couple of days to Mother's Day here in Canada. In that light, I would be dedicating this episode to a special person and woman - my mother, Pastor Dr. Lillian Haastrup.My mother has been and continues to be an influential figure in my life. It is to this end, I will be sharing with you today, 5 qualities of my mum that have shaped my marriage…These qualities have made me a better man, husband & father.I also want to use this opportunity to appreciate mothers. To all the mothers out there, I wish you a Happy Mother’s Day and I pray that your children will not cause you sorrow, but will be a blessing every day of your life and that your husbands will call you blessed in Jesus’ name, amen.I pray this episode blesses you!As mentioned in this episode: God's Word for Boys & Girls Foundation https://www.godsword4bng.org/.............................................................................................................For questions/inquiries/coaching:Email: [email protected]16 min
About Reconnected Marriage | Better Communication, Conflict Resolution, Emotional Intimacy, Managing Expectations
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Are you feeling distant from your spouse while living under the same roof?
Frustrated by the misunderstandings or growing tension in your marriage?
Do you long to feel heard and understood but can’t seem to get through to your spouse?
Or maybe you simply miss feeling close, connected, and like you’re on the same team.
If you can relate, you’re not alone.
You can deeply love your spouse and still find yourselves caught in recurring conflict, misunderstandings, difficult conversations, or growing emotional distance. Add careers, parenting, responsibilities, major life transitions, and the pressures of everyday life, and staying connected can become harder than you imagined.
Welcome to Reconnected Marriage.
I’m David Haastrup, husband to my blessed and beautiful wife, Ebun, dad of three, co-author of A Couple’s First Ten Years, Christian Marriage Coach, and Conflict De-escalation Strategist.
Ebun and I have been married for more than 16 years, and we know what it’s like to feel disconnected while navigating work, parenting, relocation, and unexpected life challenges. We also know what it’s like to deepen our connection and intimacy over the years.
Through our marriage, my experience navigating conflict in high-pressure healthcare environments, and my work with couples, I’ve learned something important:
The argument you’re having isn’t always the real issue.
Sometimes, something deeper is happening beneath the words: unspoken expectations, emotional triggers, different perspectives, unresolved hurt, or patterns you may not even realize you’ve fallen into.
On Reconnected Marriage, I share practical tools, biblical wisdom, and real-life lessons to help you understand what’s happening beneath conflict, respond differently when things get difficult, and restore connection.
We’ll explore:
At the heart of the conversations we’ll have is this:
You don’t have to wait for your spouse to change before taking your next courageous step. You cannot control your spouse, but you can choose how you show up—and when one person chooses a new response, it can begin to change the way you relate to each other.
Maybe you’ve quietly thought:
“We love each other. So why do we keep ending up here?”
“I want us to understand each other better.”
“I want us to feel close again.”
If that’s where you are, join me as we explore practical, faith-rooted ways to deepen your connection, experience more peace and unity at home, and begin moving toward a stronger, more connected marriage.
Coaching & Inquiries
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[Disclaimer: The content presented in this podcast is provided solely for educational purposes and should be considered as general information. It is not intended to serve as therapy, psychological advice or professional medical care. We strongly recommend consulting your physician or mental health provider for personalized advice, support, or treatment concerning your well-being. In the event of a crisis, please dial 911 for immediate assistance].