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While there’s healthy conflict that guides couples toward decisions and a greater understanding of...
Can you love your spouse and be thinking about having an affair? Is that possible? Believe it or not...
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Whether you’re going to one or multiple family dinners, or you’re hosting this year’s holiday...
It’s here: the season when with wild abandon you throw yourself full throttle into the holidays. There...
Plenty of parents have been at their wits’ end when words rolled off their tongue that they later...
Have you and your spouse specified rules around opposite-sex friendships in your marriage? Some...
There’s no one answer or hidden secret to make marriage work. In fact, there are many valuable...
If you’ve been married for a minute, then you know you and your spouse have disagreements. But...
Sometimes, couples need more than just a weekend getaway. Maybe, you’re stuck in a cycle of shame...
It’s wedding season! Starry-eyed couples are saying, “I do,” and looking forward to spending a...
You’ve heard about Marriage Retreats. You’ve read about what they are and what to expect. You’ve...
Are your kids getting ready to leave the house and venture out on their own? Or have they recently...
When I think about being in a large room with a bunch of people sharing about their marriages, I...
Take a moment to think about when you and your spouse got married…how easy was it to schedule a...
The day you and your spouse said, “I do,” was the day you launched into what you believed to be a...
Whether you’re ready to admit it or not, the beginning of the school year is around the corner...
If your children haven’t headed back to school yet, they will be shortly. Some of you have kids who...
Deciding to have a baby is not like turning on a light switch. It’s typically a decision that feels...
So, you’re exploring Marriage Retreats (yay!). You’ve researched what they are and what to expect...
You’ve been working towards this moment for 18 or so years—the moment you drop your child off at...
Dr. Juli Slattery, clinical psychologist and co-founder of Authentic Intimacy, a ministry devoted to...
The temperatures are dropping, the leaves are falling, and there’s a crispness and coziness in the...
So, you’ve done brunch, bowling, dinner, and movies…now what? If you’re running out of date...
You’ve heard them at least once. Maybe, you’ve heard them a hundred times. Often, couples are...
So, you and your spouse have read about what Marriage Retreats are and what to expect, but you...
Has it been a while since you and your spouse spent extended quality time together? Are you craving...
The air is brisk. The grocery stores are bustling with shoppers. The Amazon driver is becoming very...
‘Tis the season for Christmas shopping! We’re betting you’ve got a list for your spouse, mom, dad...
Many families take great pride in their annual Christmas celebrations. They’ve established...
We’ve heard this saying before in reference to politics, corporations, movements, and churches...
At WinShape Teams, we use several simple principles to equip teams and leaders to work as...
We’re overjoyed you and your spouse have chosen to attend a WinShape Marriage Retreat or Romantic...
In the early months of your relationship and the early years of your marriage, our guess is you and...
There are many reasons it sometimes feels difficult to connect with your spouse in new ways...
You just got engaged, and you’re in the throes of wedding planning season. You’re visiting venues...
Are you and your spouse looking for unique date ideas? We’ve got you covered! As a reminder, we...
It caught us by surprise to learn that over 9,000 people around the globe are searching “how to be a...
When we learned that each month nearly 4,000 people around the world are searching “how to be a...
If you and your spouse are traveling to Rome, Georgia, for a WinShape Marriage Retreat, and you...
We often get asked the question, “How should we manage our money as a married couple?” While it’s...
Wonder. Do you remember the feeling as you were growing up? Maybe, you wondered why there were...
Whether you’re seriously dating or engaged, it’s wise to talk about finances before you get married...
If you and your significant other see a future together and your desire is to get married, would...
Have you ever found yourself at the end of a conversation with your spouse wondering how the...
Are you a creature of habit? Do you and your spouse prefer sticking to what you know because it’s...
We learn about the creation of man and woman as early as the second book of the Bible. Genesis 2:7...
How often would you say you spend time praying? We’re not necessarily talking about an hour of...
Intimately experiencing so many seasons of life with another person through marriage is one of the...
When your child isn’t a kid anymore, are you still a parent? Yes and no. Of course you will always...
A lot of people wonder “how to deal with gaslighting by their spouse,” but before we address this...
Being a parent brings forth its fair share of challenges, and no child comes with a manual...
How long should you date before marriage? You’ll love this answer—it depends! Research indicates...
It’s always interesting talking with couples about arguing in their marriage. Some say they never...
Newlyweds—congratulations on your new marriage journey! As you begin this exciting chapter as...
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Deciding to enter a lifelong covenant with another person is not a decision to make lightly—it's...
Here’s a tough question—how should you respond when your adult child asks for money? It may not...
It sounds like a new pop band, but parents with “Boomerang Kids” know this is an increasingly common...
There’s typically a moment for every midlife couple when you “suddenly” realize your parents are...
Spring has sprung! Many use the changing of a season as an opportunity to reflect on and even...
Gifting kids Easter baskets is a common tradition many partake in, but we were surprised to learn...
Love your parents and be ready to care for them. Many adult children are so busy growing up that...
Caring for aging parents changes, enlightens, and grows you in ways you may have never imagined...
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving...
“The LORD is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults...
The WinShape Marriage Podcast tackles the big questions and everyday challenges couples face in...
Rob Philo and Julie Baumgardner break down the controversial topic—in-laws. Spoiler—in-laws aren’t...
Let’s talk—it’s the two-word phrase that strikes terror in the hearts of men and women around the...
Is it possible to stay connected to your spouse and communicate well even during the busiest seasons...
In episode one of The WinShape Marriage Podcast, Julie Baumgardner busted seven dangerous marriage...
If you still have kids in school, May can easily be the busiest month of the year. Tests, awards...
What does spiritual leadership mean, anyway? In today’s conversation with Julie Baumgardner, Rob...
Several noted relationship experts have raised red flags of warning regarding marriage and opposite...
No one wakes up in the morning thinking, “I’d like to argue with my spouse today,” but all healthy...
Is it possible to thrive in your role as husband and wife and mom and dad?! We think so! It won’t...
We’ve been asking you all season long to submit your marriage questions, and in episode nine, Marlee...
Finding the perfect Father’s Day gift for your husband can feel like an impossible task. After all...
You asked; we answered! In the final episode of season one of The WinShape Marriage Podcast, the...
As May draws to a close, we bet your family is experiencing lots of emotions—joy, sadness...
Let’s start with a scenario. A newlywed couple finds a house they really like that happens to be on...
Summer is here, and for many of you, that means traveling for family trips is on the horizon as...
It’s finally summertime! For some of you, summer brings pure excitement and joy because it’s hot and...
Were you and your spouse raised in a home where faith was central? Maybe, you’re the first person...
If you and your spouse are always looking for your next sporty activity, we’ve got a list of 20...
It often starts in a surprisingly happy way. Your child successfully graduates high school, and...
Do you and your spouse have a habit of connecting with one another every day? Do you find this easy...
How do I respond to stonewalling by my spouse? Great question. For starters, it’s important to...
If you and your spouse are flying into Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the world’s...
It can sneak up on you and your spouse suddenly or happen overtime. Your adult child moved back home...
It’s likely your family’s schedule is filled to the brim with school, church, music, sports events...
Marriage is filled with moments of temporary madness. The first tingle of flirtation. The whirlwind...
The word “intimacy” is often misunderstood and reduced to a buzzword for sex. But do you know...
What’s your love language? What’s your spouse’s? To kick off season two of The WinShape Marriage...
Let’s talk about sex—healthy, biblical intimacy and sexuality. Cohosts Marlee Arnold and Rob Philo...
Don’t let a rainy day be a gloomy day! Even if the clouds are rolling in and the skies are gray...
What would you say to yourself as someone who’s newly married if you could go back in time? Or what...
It’s time to get up, get moving, and play with your spouse! What?! What does it mean to “play” as an...
Can we all admit that coming up with date ideas can be a challenge? Aside from the obvious—going to...
Finding the perfect gift for an engaged couple can be tricky. You want something meaningful...
Tragedies, losses, and uncertainties are all a part of life. Jesus promises tribulation to us. It’s...
What does the “honeymoon phase” mean? What about the “seven-year itch?” Do all couples experience...
‘Tis the season to be jolly—grab your spouse, friends, and family, and start chipping away at...
There is so much more to intimacy with your spouse than just physical intimacy. In fact, Dr. Juli...
Icing Christmas cookies isn’t the only sticky situation you and your spouse may find yourselves in...
Anxiety is a heavy word. Saying it out loud can invoke strong emotions, and dealing with it as an...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, so they say! Do you think so? How has your family been...
Did you know nearly half of adults are a part of a stepfamily relationship? We know blending...
Happy Thanksgiving from WinShape Marriage! We know Thanksgiving is a day to reflect on gratitude...
The jam-packed schedules, presents, parties, and resolutions of the Christmas and New Year season...
Sometimes, it’s what you don’t do in your marriage that makes the biggest difference. Scott Kedersha...
It’s Christmas time! The twinkling lights, the carols, the smell of fresh pine, and the heartwarming...
How in the world do you deal with a negative spouse? These days, there’s a big trend in relationships...
Choosing a church to attend as a couple is a significant step in your spiritual journey together...
Life is full of unmet expectations. Maybe the new restaurant everyone raved about turned out to be a...
Merry Christmas from WinShape Marriage! As joyous as the holiday season can be, we know that trying...
Grief has a way of shaking everything up—your routines, your relationships, and even your sense of...
New year, new me...what about new year, new us? Culture places ample pressure on individuals as the...
For many, winter is a difficult season—it's colder and drearier, and it can be hard to feel inspired...
Spiritual formation is a “fancy” term that basically means being on a journey of becoming more and...
Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating the love you and your spouse share! Whether you’re...
We know you have plenty of conversations about the to-do list, the kids, and even hard conversations...
Shaunti Feldhahn is a social researcher, author, and speaker, and today, she’s on The WinShape...
Men can be hard to buy gifts for, especially Valentine’s Day gifts. If you and your spouse exchange...
Eliminate the pressure of securing the perfect Valentine’s Day gift, and instead, opt for a...
Intimacy is so much more than just sex. We talked about this earlier in season two with Dr. Juli...
You may get your wife flowers, chocolates, and a card for Valentine’s Day every year, but if you’re...
Happy Valentine’s Day—almost—from WinShape Marriage! We know Valentine’s Day is right around the...
When your relationship was new, we bet you had no problem talking with your significant other...
Did you know 61% of the U.S. population (men and women) say they view pornography and 54% of...
What’s the best marriage advice you’ve ever received? In today’s episode, Rob Philo and Marlee...
