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Hi friend!
Marriage is a beautiful journey—but let’s be honest, it’s not always easy. Between work, life, and everyday routines, we can slip into habits we don’t even realize are hurting the very people we love most.
That’s why today, we’re diving into a topic that hits home for so many couples:
“4 Things Wives Wish Their Husbands Would Stop Doing.”
We’re talking about those small, everyday moments—things that might make her feel unseen, unheard, or unappreciated… even if that was never your intention.
These habits, if left unchecked, can slowly chip away at trust, intimacy, and connection.
But here’s the good news: this isn’t about guilt—it’s about growth.
Backed by biblical truth and practical wisdom, we’re unpacking what it really means to lead, love, and listen with intention. Whether you’re newly married or decades in, the fact that you’re here says something powerful: you care. And that’s exactly where change begins.
This episode will challenge and equip you to love better—starting today.
So open your heart, guys… and let’s get into it.
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👇 Let’s Stay Connected!
📖 Get your copy of our book: A Couple’s First Ten Years
📧 Got questions or just want to say hi? Send an email to: [email protected]
🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!
🎧 Tune in, take notes, and let’s build a deeper, more connected marriage—one intentional act at a time.
Hi friend,
Want a stronger and happier marriage? Growth is essential.
In this episode, we share three essential areas of growth that can help you build a stronger, happier, and more connected marriage. These key areas of growth have influenced our marriage 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!
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👇 Let’s Stay Connected!
📖 Get your copy of our book: A Couple’s First Ten Years
📧 Got questions or just want to say hi? Send an email to: [email protected]
🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!
🎧 Tune in, take notes, and let’s build a deeper, more connected marriage—one intentional act at a time.
Hi friend!
In today’s episode, we delve into 3 virtues that you need in your marriage to keep the peace. Many of us do well with the first two, but the last one is where we fall short. What are these virtues and how do you go about attaining them?
Curious to find out?
Alright, tune in to listen to find out more.
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👇 Let’s Stay Connected!
📖 Get your copy of our book: A Couple’s First Ten Years
📧 Got questions or just want to say hi? Send an email to: [email protected]
🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!
🎧 Tune in, take notes, and let’s build a deeper, more connected marriage—one intentional act at a time.
Hi friend!
Feel like you’re juggling a million things—kids, work, home life—and your marriage sometimes takes the backseat?
In this episode, you will discover ONE simple shift that can help strengthen your marriage starting today… even if you’re raising a family and don’t have a lot of time to spare.
It's something that has helped us grow in our relationship—even while parenting three children, living far from extended family, and managing the demands of everyday life here in North America.
We’re sharing this because it’s more important now than ever—especially in a fast-paced world filled with distractions constantly fighting for your attention.
✨ Want to know what it is?
🎧 Tune in to listen to find out more!
We pray this episode blesses you :)
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👇 Let’s Stay Connected!
📖 Get your copy of our book: A Couple’s First Ten Years
📧 Got questions or just want to say hi? Send an email to: [email protected]
🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!
🎧 Tune in, take notes, and let’s build a deeper, more connected marriage—one intentional act at a time.
Hi friend,
If you’ve been married for a while, you already know this truth: staying connected as a couple goes far beyond paying the bills, keeping the home running, or juggling everyday responsibilities. And yes, these are important. But if you’re longing for more intimacy, emotional closeness, and unity in your marriage, one powerful choice you can make today is to partner with God and take courageous steps in your marriage—even when it feels uncomfortable or in the absence of immediate gratification.
Whether you’re walking through a challenging season or simply hoping to strengthen the bond you already share, this episode offers gentle, biblical encouragement to help you move toward a more connected, God-centered marriage.
We pray this episode blesses you:)
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👇 Let’s Stay Connected!
📖 Get your copy of our book: A Couple’s First Ten Years
📧 Got questions or just want to say hi? Send an email to: [email protected]
🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!
🎧 Tune in, take notes, and let’s build a deeper, more connected marriage—one intentional act at a time.
Hi friend!
Looking for ways to show love to your spouse this week? In this episode, we’re diving into 3 intentional ways to express love in your marriage that will make a lasting impact. These simple yet powerful gestures will help your spouse feel truly seen, valued, and deeply loved. Whether your goal is to reconnect or strengthen your bond in marriage, here’s your gentle reminder: showing love doesn’t have to be complicated to be impactful. Small, intentional acts of love can create lasting change in your marriage.
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👇 Let’s Stay Connected!
📖 Get your copy of our book: A Couple’s First Ten Years
📧 Got questions or just want to say hi? Send an email to: [email protected]
🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!
🎧 Tune in, take notes, and let’s build a deeper, more connected marriage—one intentional act at a time.
Hi friend!
When was the last time you asked your spouse a question that made them pause and feel truly seen?
In this episode, we're diving into 5 endearing, heartfelt questions you can ask your spouse to spark deeper connection, emotional intimacy, and meaningful conversation in your marriage.
Whether you’ve been married for 5 months or 5 years, these questions will help you go beyond surface talk and truly show your spouse that you see them, hear them, and care deeply about who they are and what they’re going through.
Grab a pen (or hit save!)—because these questions might just open the door to some of the most powerful conversations you’ve had in a while.
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👇 Let’s Stay Connected!
📖 Get your copy of our book: A Couple’s First Ten Years
📧 Got questions or just want to say hi? Send an email to: [email protected]
🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!
Hi friend!
It’s always with us—our phones. They wake us up, keep us company, and fill every quiet moment. But what happens when that constant connection starts pulling us away from the people right in front of us—especially our spouse?
In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the subtle yet powerful impact phone distraction can have on your marriage. We’ll explore how this everyday habit might be quietly competing with your spouse—and more importantly, how to reclaim connection, intimacy, and intentional love in your relationship.
If you’ve ever felt more connected to your screen than your spouse, this episode is for you.
Alright, tune in to listen to find out more!
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👇 Let’s Stay Connected!
📖 Get your copy of our book: A Couple’s First Ten Years
📧 Got questions or just want to say hi? Send an email to: [email protected]
🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!
Hi friend!
Let’s talk about something often overlooked—but essential—for a healthy, thriving marriage: REST. Not just physical rest, but the kind that restores your mind, heart, and your connection with your spouse.
What if the closeness you’re craving isn’t about more time or better communication, but about learning to slow down together?
In a world that celebrates busyness, many couples are quietly running on empty—tired, disconnected, and just trying to keep up. But what if rest isn’t a luxury? What if it’s one of the keys to thriving in your relationship?
In today’s episode, we unpack why rest—not more effort—might be exactly what your marriage needs this season. If you desire deeper intimacy, emotional connection, and closeness, then this episode is for you.
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👇 Let’s Stay Connected!
📖 Get your copy of our book: A Couple’s First Ten Years
📧 Got questions or just want to say hi? Send an email to: [email protected]
🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!
Hi friend!
Are you in a place in your marriage where you’re feeling deeply upset with your spouse? Are you feeling so angry with your spouse about something he/she did and you’re just trying to figure out a way around it so you do not escalate the situation?
If this sounds familiar, tune in to listen to this episode as we explore 5 questions to ask yourself before you respond or proceed to act on that next thought (Hint: The 5 questions can be found in the five-letter pneumonic, P.R.E.F.R).
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👇 Let’s Stay Connected!
📖 Get your copy of our book: A Couple’s First Ten Years
📧 Got questions or just want to say hi? Send an email to: [email protected]
🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!
From the publisher's feed
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.
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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].