Communication in marriage isn’t always easy, even after 26 years. Today we're talking about How To Keep Communication From Ruining Your Marriage. In this episode we share one of the biggest fights we’ve had in years and what it taught us about tone, timing, assumptions, triggers, and how your past can impact your present communication.In this episode, we're diving into:How poor communication creates false assumptionsWhy silence can cause emotional distanceThe role of tone, timing, and triggers in conflictHow unresolved issues from the past can hijack the presentPractical steps for growing closer through conflict

Couples—this week, we’re challenging you to do something powerful:

✅ Plan a double date with another couple

✅ Ask this question during the night:

“What is one way that you see us putting intentional effort into our relationship?”

✅ Let the conversation go deeper than surface-level. Celebrate the wins. Learn from each other. Laugh a lot.

The truth? Growth in marriage isn’t just about the two of you—it’s about doing life in community with other couples who are also fighting for connection and growth.

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Are you “trying” in your marriage... or are you actually training?Heather and Michael break down why effort alone isn’t enough. You’ll learn how to move from momentary motivation to long-term growth using their ICE Method — Intention, Consistency, and Effort.Whether you’re dealing with communication issues, anger, emotional stress, or just feeling stuck, this episode will help you:-Stop reacting and start responding with purpose-Build emotional endurance through small, daily habits-Embrace failure as part of your growth-Rekindle connection without the pressure of perfectionShare this with another parent couple who needs some encouragement this week.#imperfectlymarried #marriageadvice #marriagetips