On this episode of the Cord of Three Podcast, Lisa and I celebrate our milestone of 31 years of marriage by sharing 31 meaningful lessons and practical wisdom drawn from our journey together. We hope the reflections in EP123 honor the journey of marriage, and blend practical lessons with faith-based encouragement for every listener celebrating their own milestones.

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…Always Remember, that TWO ARE BETTER THAN ONE AND A CORD OF THREE STRANDS IS NOT EASILY BROKEN.

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This week, Spencer and Lisa center the conversation on simple, repeatable habits that deepen connection, strengthen trust, and build teamwork in marriage: talk, listen, and love with intention.

Here are the 9 best practices they share:

•Give full attention: remove distractions, make eye contact, and be present when a spouse is speaking.

•Praise each other often: notice strengths and speak sincere encouragement regularly.

•Use assertiveness and “I” statements: share needs and feelings clearly without blame (e.g., “I feel…”).

•Avoid criticism: it erodes trust; raise concerns without put-downs.

•Balance critique with positivity: pair any necessary feedback with a positive to keep it constructive.

•Listen to understand, not to judge: pursue empathy before defense or correction.

•Practice active listening: summarize what was heard before responding to build clarity and trust.

•Avoid blame; collaborate on solutions: face problems as a team and co-create next steps.

•Use structured conflict resolution: when stuck, get help—marriage coaching provides tools and guardrails.

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Please share this episode with your friends and leave us a review. We are thankful for your support and look forward to bringing you more content next week. In the meantime…

…Always Remember, that TWO ARE BETTER THAN ONE AND A CORD OF THREE STRANDS IS NOT EASILY BROKEN.

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This episode focuses on the theme of “Busting the Back-to-School Butterflies,” offering practical encouragement for parents navigating the anxieties of a new school year. Whether you’re sending a child to kindergarten, college, or facing an empty nest, this episode aims to ignite and empower courageous growth through meaningful conversation.

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