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Nov 2025
45m 53s

The Seven Levels of Marriage

Oprah
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Original Air Date: 5-11-1987  In this episode, Oprah explores the seven levels of marriage: Beginning, Acceptance, Parenthood?, Family, Rebirth & Reconciliation, Humdrum and Freedom. First, she invites three married couples, each at different stages, to talk about their relationships. Then, Cynthia Smith, author of "The Seven Levels of Marriage,” joins the c ... Show More
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