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Summer Shorts: What if my spouse makes me uncomfortable when they interact with the opposite sex?

On this week's episode of The Redeemed Marriage Podcast, Rusty and Heather tackle a sensitive topic submitted by a listener - how to handle situations where one spouse's touchy-feely behavior with the opposite sex makes the other spouse uncomfortable. The listener's scenario involves a husband who admits to touching women in a way he wouldn't touch men, causing discomfort for his wife. Rusty and Heather offer insights from their own experiences and provide practical guidance for couples navigating similar boundaries.
In this episode, Heather vulnerably shares her perspective as the formerly unfaithful spouse, emphasizing the importance of establishing clear physical and emotional boundaries within a marriage. She highlights how seemingly innocent touches or interactions can potentially lead down a slippery slope, emphasizing the need for open communication and mutual understanding between spouses.
Rusty, as the betrayed spouse, stresses the significance of respecting your spouse's comfort levels and boundaries. He emphasizes the importance of prioritizing the spouse's feelings and being willing to make adjustments to ensure both individuals feel secure and respected within the marriage.
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Summer Shorts: How can I stay connected to my spouse during the different seasons of marriage?

A listener from Mississippi asked how to stay connected to their spouse when they have young children. Maintaining an emotional and physical connection with your spouse can be challenging as your marriage goes through various seasons and transitions. In this episode, Rusty and Heather provide insightful tips and strategies to help couples maintain intimacy throughout the busy seasons of married life. Drawing from their own experiences navigating the ups and downs, they offer practical advice on prioritizing quality time, effective communication, reigniting romance, and keeping the spark alive amid the demands of work, parenthood, and other life changes.
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Summer Shorts: How do we stop an argument that is spiraling out of control?

All couples have fights, but do you know how to fight fair? The Redeemed Marriage Podcast's Summer Shorts series continues with Rusty and Heather addressing a listener's question from Kentucky on how to stop an argument that is spiraling out of control. In this episode, Rusty and Heather share practical strategies and insights from their own experiences to help couples defuse heated arguments before they escalate further. Discover techniques for recognizing warning signs, taking a break, communicating effectively, and resolving conflicts in a healthy manner. Walk away with tools to prevent arguments from becoming destructive and damaging to your marriage.
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Summer Shorts: What's the best way to deal with libidos that don't match?

Rusty and Heather tackle a common challenge many couples face - differing levels of sexual desire within the marriage. A listener from North Carolina writes in asking for advice on how to handle the situation when one spouse has a higher libido than the other.
Giving insight from their own journey toward sexual fulfillment, Rusty and Heather provide a compassionate and practical perspective on this sensitive topic. They emphasize that mismatched libidos are extremely normal and almost every couple experiences this to some degree. The key is managing the differences through open communication, mutual understanding, and a willingness to serve each other in this area.
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Summer Shorts: How can I guard my marriage when I find the spouse of our couple friend attractive?

A listener in Colorado asks, "What’s the best way to go about having couple friends while also staying guarded if you think the spouse of the other couple is attractive?"
Rusty and Heather tackle the topic of maintaining healthy boundaries in couple friendships, especially when one or both individuals find the other couple attractive. Drawing from their personal experiences, they provide practical guidance on how to approach these situations with discernment.
Heather vulnerably shares her journey of crossing inappropriate lines before her infidelity, shedding light on the slippery slope that can occur when boundaries are not firmly established. Rusty offers his perspective as the betrayed spouse, emphasizing the importance of open communication and mutual understanding between a married couple. Together, they explore strategies for setting clear boundaries while creating an environment of trust and accountability.
Whether it's limiting one-on-one interactions, being mindful of emotional connections, or prioritizing your spouse's feelings, Rusty and Heather provide insights to help couples navigate these complex dynamics with wisdom and intentionality.
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Summer Shorts: How does a betrayed spouse process memories of times before and during the betrayal?

This week's question comes from a listener in Maryland: "How does a betrayed spouse process memories of times before and during the betrayal?"
If you have ever journeyed through a betrayal, you have probably found yourself wondering what to do with memories that took place before and during the betrayal. Were the happy moments real? Will I always label memories as pre-betrayal and post-betrayal? How can I process memories in a healthy way and not rob myself and others of joyful moments that took place during the betrayal?
Drawing from their own journey of healing from betrayal within their marriage, Rusty and Heather share insights and practical strategies for navigating these challenging waters. They explore the complexities of dealing with memories that once held joy but are now intertwined with pain and betrayal.
This episode can be a compassionate guide for betrayed spouses, offering validation, hope, and practical strategies for processing memories within the context of healing and restoration. Tune in to gain valuable insights and tools for your own journey towards redemption and renewal in your marriage.
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Ask Us Anything & The Greatest Contest Ever

Join Rusty and Heather on this week's episode of The Redeemed Marriage podcast as they kick off their exciting Summer Shorts series and unveil a thrilling contest for their listeners.
In this episode, Rusty and Heather share the details of their upcoming Summer Shorts series, where they'll be addressing listener-submitted questions about marriage, relationships, and everything in between. Listeners are invited to submit their questions through theredeemedmarriage.com for a chance to have Rusty and Heather tackle their question on air during the summer. As an added bonus, if your question is chosen, you'll receive some exclusive Redeemed Marriage SWAG
But that's not all! Stay tuned until the end of the episode for the big reveal of the grand prize contest. Rusty and Heather will share all the exciting details about how listeners can participate and win an unforgettable experience!
Tune in, submit your questions, and get ready for a summer filled with wisdom, laughter, and the chance to win!

Help! The Warning Signs In My Marriage Are Coming From Me

Recognizing and addressing red flags in your marriage is a sensitive topic. It can be even more delicate when the warning signs are coming from within yourself. Rusty and Heather explore what it means to listen to that inner check in your spirit that signals there could be potential danger ahead. Gain insights from Heather's personal reflection on how she ignored the warning signs in her own life that led her down the path to infidelity.
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Throwing the Challenge Flag: Navigating Red Flags in Marriage

Join Rusty and Heather as they discuss the sensitive topic of addressing red flags in your marriage. Drawing from their own story of unfaithfulness, they offer invaluable guidance on how and when to approach your spouse when you notice warning signs that leave you feeling uneasy.
In this candid discussion, Heather shares her journey of dealing with red flags that ultimately led to infidelity. Together, they explore the dangers of both addressing and ignoring these warning signs, highlighting the importance of open communication and trust in a healthy marriage.
Tune in as Rusty and Heather provide practical advice on how to "throw the challenge flag" in your marriage, encouraging listeners to navigate difficult conversations with love, respect, and a commitment to building a stronger relationship. Whether you're facing doubts, insecurities, or suspicions, this episode offers valuable strategies for addressing concerns with your spouse.
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Paths To Betrayal In Marriage

What are the warning signs of a potential affair? What red flags should you look for in your own life and marriage that could lead to betrayal? Rusty and Heather discuss the various paths that can lead toward crossing a dangerous line in your marriage. By sharing details of her own path to betrayal, Heather answers the question: "How did I get to a place where I was capable of being unfaithful?" Learn some of the dangerous steps, boundaries to put in place, and hear Heather's passionate plea for personal heart change.
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