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Episode 46: Staying In Sync: Practical Ways to Cultivate EMOTIONAL Intimacy in Relationships

There's a big difference between just being "in" a relationship vs. actually having a *consistent* heart connection with one another.

And the truth is, there really is no shortcut... true connection, authentic intimacy, and stronger bonds don't just "happen." In fact, when we're passive about our relationships, the opposite happens: they grow stale and often breed boredom or even resentment.

Instead, having a thriving relationship takes our active participation and intentionality... but it is SO worth it!

Today, we're covering some practical tips for cultivating and strengthening a deeper, richer emotional/relational connection with a spouse or significant other (though the principles can also be adapted for family / friends).

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Episode 45: 5 Tips for Navigating Singleness on Valentine's Day

If you're single and dreading "that" day coming around the corner... this episode is dedicated specifically to you.

This is also our first-ever "solo episode," in which I (Grace) share some of my own personal journey of navigating singleness (especially around Valentine's Day), including:

  • The very real challenges of being "content in singleness" in a world that glorifies romance

  • My own journey & reflections amidst so-called "waiting seasons" with God

  • 5 Practical Tips for what to do with uncomfortable / mixed emotions that often come up

  • Biblical vs. secular self-love & why it matters

  • Managing the tensions of having longings AND trusting God

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Episode 36: 3 UNFILTERED Lessons from 3 Years of Marriage | Triggers, Teamwork, Passive Asian Men

This week, on top of Alex's birthday, we're also celebrating our wedding anniversary!

Marriage has been one of the BEST gifts ever—but it's also not all sunshine and rainbows. In honor of this milestone, we thought we'd share 3 key lessons that have been HUGE for our relationship (but aren't often talked about) that we've learned so far in the past 3 years.

We are FAR from perfect, but we hope these personal examples of real-life challenges and what God's been teaching us through them can speak to you and help you wherever you're at—whether you're married, engaged, dating, or single and wanting to learn more about and prepare for marriage (HIGHLY recommend!).

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