Welcome back to the Naked Marriage Podcast with Dave & Ashley Willis! Today, we’re getting real about the power of words in marriage and how negative conversations can sneak in and hurt our connection. We dive into what it means to truly guard our words with kindness and respect, fostering positive communication that builds up instead of tearing down. We’ll ... Show More
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Healing Together: How Trauma Affects Your Marriage | Marriage Minute
Every person carries wounds — and if left unaddressed, those wounds will show up in your marriage. In this Marriage Minute, Dave and Ashley Willis break down how past trauma silently damages even the strongest relationships, why we unconsciously push away the people who love us m ... Show More
2m 2s
Feb 2025
397 - The Deep Rooted Marriage w/ Dr. Dan Allender
<p>In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Dan Allender, renowned author and counselor, to discuss the themes of his latest book: <i>The Deep-Rooted Marriage: Cultivating Intimacy, Healing, and Delight</i>. Dan shares the inspiration behind writing it and offers powerful insights i ... Show More
52m 23s
Jul 2025
The Invalidation Trap: How to Validate Others & Yourself
Uncover the secrets to building deep, meaningful connections with Patrick King's latest book, "How to Listen, Hear, and Validate." This insightful guide explores the art of effective communication, focusing on the fine line between reacting and responding. In Chapter 3, we dive i ... Show More
36m 21s
May 2025
S2E16 The Power of Forgiveness in Marriage Part 1
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<p>In the next two episodes, I am on the other side of the microphone as a guest with Jean and Colin MacKenzie, hosts of the podcast, Connected Conversations with Holy Union Connect. I share my insights on misconceptions about forgiveness, the intersection of fait ... Show More
35m 37s
Feb 2025
399 - Reintegrating Sex After Betrayal
<p>In this episode, we tackle the challenging yet crucial topic of reintegrating sex into a marriage after betrayal. Rebecca Vander Meer and Traci Wright, two Pure Desire Clinicians, share why this is such a struggle for many couples and the common mistakes that can hinder progre ... Show More
1h 5m
Oct 2025
The 4 D's That Create Division in a Marriage: Episode 418
Division isn't just a problem in the world—it's creeping into homes, marriages, and families everywhere. When couples start turning against each other instead of standing together, the bond that once felt safe and secure begins to weaken. In this episode, we're breaking down The ... Show More
25m 17s
Mar 2023
EP27: Dealing with Divorce
<p>Listeners, you've been asking us to cover this one. Today, Sarah and Theraphy Jeff are talking divorce. They're talking about the messages we all got about divorce growing up, being children of divorce, their own divorces, and a lot more. They talk about coping with grief, gui ... Show More
56m 6s