In today’s beautiful conversation, Ari and Felice Mathieu explore the intricacies of relationships, focusing on the importance of communication, the role of faith, and the meaning of marriage. Felice shares his personal journey and insights as a marriage and family therapist, emphasizing that poor communication is often the root cause of relationship issues. They both discuss the significance of trust, vulnerability, and the selfless nature of love in building strong partnerships. The conversation also touches on the societal perceptions of marriage and the need for deeper understanding and commitment in relationships with Gen Z and all generations.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background of Felice Matthew

02:35 The Importance of Communication in Relationships

06:06 Unity and Compromise: Keys to a Successful Marriage

09:22 The Role of Jesus in Improving Communication

20:47 The Sanctifying Process and the Power of Fasting

24:29 Connecting with Divinity Without Artificial Substances

26:42 Combating Greed and Finding Spiritual Acceptance

28:17 Contract vs. Covenant Mentality

30:01 The Importance of Trust and Vulnerability

37:06 Understanding the Roles in a Relationship

44:26 Power of Genuine Love and Commitment

Felice Mathieu (@married_as_one on Instagram) has been obsessed with relationships and marriages since age 13 after he became an orphan. He holds a B.A. in Christian Counseling Psychology and a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, making him an expert in the field. Felice, together with his wife Retta, founded Married As One, a ministry dedicated to helping spouses develop the skills needed to overcome the #1 cause of divorce. Poor communication.Through Married As One Felice and Retta help couples learn critical biblical skills that inspire better communication and foster stronger relationships. Their mission is to help ‘whole families stay whole’ by creating unity in marriage through Gospel-centered communication. And, the first crucial significant step in that mission is helping couples communicate fairly and respectfully, in a Gospel-centered way.

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