IMbetween Podcast on Marriage, Parenting, Faith, and Everything In Between – Details, episodes & analysis

Daniel and Christina discuss the intricacies of marriage with Brian and Jen Goins and how marriage is like a living art form that demands creativity, evolves, and requires a blending of different perspectives and experiences. The episode highlights the re-release of "The Art of Marriage" series, which encourages couples to engage in open dialogue about love, intimacy, and the divine representation of God's love in marriage. In This Episode, You'll Hear About: Marriage as an art and the re-release of "The Art of Marriage" series The intention behind the creation of marriage and its purpose as a representation of God's love Importance of love, forgiveness, and intimacy in marriage Having healthy and transparent conversations about sensitive topics like sex and intimacy The "Art of Marriage" program as a platform for couples to grow together Stories of transformation and growth in marriages through the "Art of Marriage" program Emphasizing the power of humility, learning, and actively working towards building a strong and healthy marriage For the full show notes, including discussion prompts for you as a couple about this episode, go to IMbetween.org/episode183 Connect with us on: Facebook | Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever caught yourself scrolling through your phone while your child's voice fades into the background? Yup! Us too. Let's face it, the era of smartphones has us all hooked. But did you know that this habit might be doing more harm than good to our kids? Distracted parenting isn't just about not hearing their stories—it's about the message we send about their value to us. In Episode 182, Daniel and Christina breakdown the costs of distracted parenting and discuss how we can respond to our children's bids for attention to foster intimacy and connection. In This Episode, You'll Hear About The Following: Distracted parenting and its impact on children Importance of being present and engaged with children Examples of distracted parenting scenarios Emotional impact of distracted parenting on children Responding to children's bids for attention and connection Role of empathy in nurturing intimacy with children Practical tips for parents to improve engagement with children Creating undistracted time to fully engage with children Modeling attentive behavior in interactions with others Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Episode 36: Netiquette: Teaching Our Kids Online Manners Episode 62: Parenting In Our Digital Age The Tech-Wise Family: Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in Its Proper Place by Andy Crouch For the full show notes, including discussion prompts for you as a couple about this episode, go to IMbetween.org/episode182 Connect with us on: Facebook | Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 173, we interview Christa Hardin about the Enneagram and how this tool can deepen the love you have for one another. We discuss the importance of individual work and creating a safe environment in relationships. Christa explains the concept of seasons in marriage, comparing them to the changing seasons in nature. She emphasizes the need for couples to engage in deeper relational work during challenging times. We also discuss Christa's book, "The Enneagram in Marriage," which explores the different pairings of Enneagram types and provides tips for navigating the shadows and afterglow stages of each pairing. She shares how the Enneagram can help couples identify their core fears and work on them together.  In This Episode, You Will Hear About: Importance of doing individual work in relationships Creating a safe environment in relationships The concept of seasons in marriage Comparison of seasons in marriage to changing seasons in nature The stages and seasons of marriage as described in "The Enneagram in Marriage" Engaging in deeper immersion work during difficult seasons in marriage Using Enneagram types to understand and meet emotional needs in marriage Benefits of using the Enneagram in couples' work Meet Christa Hardin: Christa Hardin, MA is a relationship expert, author, as well as host of the popular Enneagram & Marriage Podcast. Christa has been working with and researching marriage for two decades, providing hope for couples who are struggling to find their light, love, and mission together in any season of relationship.  Her most recent title, "The Enneagram in Marriage: Your Guide to Thriving Together in Your Unique Pairing," is due out with Baker Books October 3. You can catch up with her at @enneagramandmarriage on Instagram or find her many resources over at www.enneagramandmarriage.com For the full show notes, including discussion prompts for you as a couple about this episode, go to IMbetween.org/episode173 Connect with us on: Facebook | Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How many times have you lost your cool since the start of this pandemic? How many times have you yelled at your kids or gave the silent treatment to your spouse? No matter your experience with anger, it’s important to be aware of the anger that we feel. It is our body’s way of signaling something is wrong. On today's mini episode, Daniel and Christina address how anger is a secondary emotion; it's a reaction to another emotion. Your anger is trying to tell you something deeper is going on.    What Is Your Anger Telling To Tell You?  1:15 Anger as a secondary emotion.  1:42 Why we need to pay attention to our primary emotions.  2:58 What your anger is trying to signal to you.  4:42 Use your anger as a yellow flag. 4:52 What to do with your anger.  Resources And Quotes Mentioned During This Episode: Hear more about the Palms Down, Palms Up Prayer "What emotion is underneath my anger?" @imbetweenshow "Anger is what we call a secondary emotion. It’s a reaction to another emotion" @imbetweenshow "While anger, frustration, or irritation is what’s showing up on the surface, the emotions are actually much deeper than that.  And knowing those deeper, primary emotions, is important." @imbetweenshow "Our anger is always trying to signal to us something deeper is going on. So when you feel yourself getting angry, when you notice frustration, irritation, and annoyance, stop, take a breath, and notice those feelings." @imbetweenshow The IMbetween Podcast Drops Twice a Week Now?! Got 10 minutes? Tune in every Friday to hear practical ways of how you can continue to build strong, connected, and joy-filled marriages and families. Make sure to subscribe to The IMBetween Podcast, so you don't miss any episodes NOW dropping on Tuesdays and Fridays!   Subscribe and Connect With Us: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Google Play Spotify Instagram - @imbetweenshow Twitter - @imbetweenshow Facebook - @imbetweenshow Pinterest - @imbetweenshow YouTube - @imbetweenpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What marriage and parenting advice do a 10, 9, and 5 year old have? To celebrate our 100th episode, our kids are answering your questions! They cover topics like the Enneagram, what parenting advice they'd like to share, and how important they think marriage is.  Looking For Date Night Ideas? Here's a FREE printable to keep the romance alive...even during a pandemic! 5 Cozy Quarantine Date Ideas For Busy Parents IMBETWEEN FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/imbetweenshow IMBETWEEN INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/imbetweenshow IMBETWEEN SHOWNOTES: IMbetween.org/episode100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Importance of Journaling: 2:05 What's the purpose of journaling?  3:24 Learning to value our every day lives.  3:52 Discovering moments of grace.  5:05 Frameworks around the process of journaling.  7:22 The importance of guilt-free journaling.  9:00 Inviting our children into the process of reflection.  Resources And Quotes Mentioned During This Episode: To find out more about Leslie, check out her website Pick up a copy of Leslie's copy of her newest book: Your Story Matters: Finding, Writing, and Living The Truth Of Your Life "Journaling is an important way of processing the events of the day thoughtfully." @lesliefields "I don't think we value the plain, beautiful, everyday moments, and we miss seeing God in those moments." @lesliefields "Listen to your life. See it for the fathomless mystery it is. In the boredom and pain of it, no less than in the excitement and gladness: touch, taste, smell your way to the holy and hidden heart of it, because in the last analysis all moments are key moments, and life itself is grace." - Frederich Buechner "Journal prompt: How has God shown up today?" @lesliefields The IMbetween Podcast Drops Twice a Week Now?! Got 10 minutes? Tune in every Friday to hear practical ways of how you can continue to build strong, connected, and joy-filled marriages and families. Make sure to subscribe to The IMBetween Podcast, so you don't miss any episodes NOW dropping on Tuesdays and Fridays!   Subscribe and Connect With Us: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Google Play Spotify Instagram - @imbetweenshow Twitter - @imbetweenshow Facebook - @imbetweenshow Pinterest - @imbetweenshow   _________________________________________________________________ Meet Leslie Leyland Fields:Leslie Leyland Fields is an award-winning author of twelve books, an international speaker, a popular radio guest, the founder of the Harvester Island Wilderness Workshop and a commercial fisherwoman for four decades, working with her husband and six children in a salmon-fishing operation on a remote island in Alaska. Her newest book, Your Story Matters: Finding, Writing and Living the Truth of Your Life presents the fruit of her 30+ years of writing, editing and teaching story-making around the world.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The longer this pandemic goes on, the more things and events are being canceled. Birthday parties, summer camps, vacations — the list goes on and on. In some ways, it feels like COVID has thrown fun out the window! Now, more than ever,  we need to look for creative ways to incorporate more fun into our lives.  In Episode 99, Daniel and Christina share simple ways to incorporate more fun into your daily lives — with yourself, with your family, and with your spouse. IMBETWEEN FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/imbetweenshow IMBETWEEN INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/imbetweenshow IMBETWEEN SHOWNOTES: IMbetween.org/episode99 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Most married couples know that they love each other. However, do most married couples know that they are FOR each other? When you are in an argument, do you immediately assume the worst of your spouse, even though you know that they love you? If so, it's time to learn about the power of giving your spouse the benefit of the doubt.  Give Your Spouse The Benefit Of The Doubt: 0:33 The difference between loving your spouse versus knowing you are FOR your spouse.  1:28 What happens when you assume the worst of your spouse.  3:32 What happens when you give your spouse the benefit of the doubt.  5:06 How you can calmly communicate that your feelings were hurt.  Resources And Quotes Mentioned During This Episode: Remind yourself that your spouse loves you. @imbetweenshow Remind yourself that your spouse is for you and not against you. @imbetweenshow The IMbetween Podcast Drops Twice a Week Now?!Got 10 minutes? Tune in every Friday to hear practical ways of how you can continue to build strong, connected, and joy-filled marriages and families. Make sure to subscribe to The IMBetween Podcast, so you don't miss any episodes NOW dropping on Tuesdays and Fridays!   Subscribe and Connect With Us: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Google Play Spotify Instagram - @imbetweenshow Twitter - @imbetweenshow Facebook - @imbetweenshow Pinterest - @imbetweenshow   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have you ever felt like you don't understand your spouse? Have you ever wondered why your spouse handles a situation in a completely different manner than you would? Do you wish for a closer connection, but don't know how to get there? In Episode 98, Daniel and Christina interview Enneagram coaches, Beth and Jeff McCord, about how the Enneagram can give you the language to communicate with your spouse, the empathy to understand your spouse, and the tools to help defuse conflicts before they start with your spouse. IMBETWEEN FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/imbetweenshow IMBETWEEN INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/imbetweenshow IMBETWEEN SHOWNOTES: IMbetween.org/episode98 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While there are a lot of things that are out of our control, it is helpful to underline for our families what we can control. So, sometime today, when y’all are altogether, ask your family this one question. Ask Your Family This Question: 0:38 How things have changed. 1:14 The one question to ask your family. 1:24 Why you should be asking your family this one question. 2:17 What we can and cannot control. Resources And Quotes Mentioned During This Episode: Episode 4: Why slowing down life matters  Episode 68: Why your kids need to be bored this summer The IMbetween Podcast Drops Twice a Week Now?! Got 10 minutes? Tune in every Friday to hear practical ways of how you can continue to build strong, connected, and joy-filled marriages and families. Make sure to subscribe to The IMBetween Podcast, so you don't miss any episodes NOW dropping on Tuesdays and Fridays!   Subscribe and Connect With Us: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Google Play Spotify Instagram - @imbetweenshow Twitter - @imbetweenshow Facebook - @imbetweenshow Pinterest - @imbetweenshow   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices