))
In this world there are many disconnects that cause chaos in our lives. This podcast was birthed from the desire to share hope and restoration of the power of the Gospel by being transparent and open in our Biblical walk with God and our marriages. Take a few moments as we navigate God's Word and peer into other people's testimonies and encourage each other to Connect the Gap!
…
continue reading
Can we learn to make smarter choices? Listen in as host Katy Milkman--behavioral scientist, Wharton professor, and author of How to Change--shares stories of high-stakes decisions and what research reveals they can teach us. Choiceology, an original podcast from Charles Schwab, explores the lessons of behavioral economics to help you improve your judgment and change for good. Season 1 of Choiceology was hosted by Dan Heath, bestselling author of Made to Stick and Switch. Podcasts are for inf ...
…
continue reading
Women on the Move is JPMorgan Chase’s commitment to fuel female ambition and advance financial equality.
…
continue reading
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! Rejection stings at the core of our identity, challenging our worth and purpose in moments that feel like failures rather than redirections. But what if these closed doors are actually divine protections guiding us away from paths not meant for us? This bonus episode explores seven powerful truths about rejection that tr…
…
continue reading
1
Hooked on Streaks: With Guests Chloë Hamilton & Jackie Silverman
31:27
31:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
31:27
Streaks have long been logged in the world of sports. And for tracking habits, like daily writing. But now apps encourage us to keep streaks going for just about anything. Messaging friends, learning new languages, meditating, exercising, you name it. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we explore the motivational power of streaks. An…
…
continue reading
1
The New Us - Navigating Intimacy After Surgery - 228
59:58
59:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
59:58
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! Nothing tests wedding vows like a medical crisis that transforms your relationship overnight. When Michelle underwent what should have been a routine hysterectomy in 2018, neither she nor husband Daniel could have predicted the cascade of life-threatening complications that would follow – a massive jugular blood clot, da…
…
continue reading
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! What if the rejection you feel most deeply isn't even real? We all create stories in our minds about how others perceive us, but these narratives often spring from our own insecurities rather than reality. This powerful conclusion to our three-part rejection series explores how living from a foundation of being deeply lo…
…
continue reading
1
Obstacle Illusions: With Guests Daniella McCahey & Tom Gilovich
30:41
30:41
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:41
First-born children tend to believe that their parents were harder on them than their siblings are willing to grant. Football fans take disproportionate note of the challenging games on their team's schedules. We're wired to interpret our challenges as bigger than our advantages, even if the reality is more balanced. In this episode of Choiceology …
…
continue reading
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! Have you ever felt the sting of rejection so deeply that it altered how you see yourself? This raw, powerful episode takes us on a journey from the pain of past rejection to the stability of an identity anchored in something unshakable. Through a seemingly simple home repair story about a stubborn cable that wouldn't bud…
…
continue reading
1
Rejection - I'd Rather Ignore Honesty - 225
25:57
25:57
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
25:57
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! Rejection's invisible wounds cut deeper than we often recognize. This powerful opening episode in our three-part series on Rejection examines how today's rejections act as precision-targeted stealth bombs, unearthing our past hurts with excruciating intensity. Through a personal airport story, we discover how negative se…
…
continue reading
1
The Reality Trap: With Guests Ken Adelman & Julia Minson
38:22
38:22
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
38:22
Is it ever possible to see the world objectively, as it is? Turn on the news, open social media, engage with that family member at Thanksgiving, and it appears to some the answer is yes. But what if our biggest blind spot is thinking we don't have a blind spot? In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how we can easily be fooled…
…
continue reading
1
7 Steps to Sexual Intimacy in Marriage - 224
1:01:10
1:01:10
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:01:10
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! **Listener Discretion is advised** Sexual intimacy in marriage represents the deepest form of connection God designed for couples, yet many Christians struggle to discuss it openly or understand its sacred purpose. As we conclude our journey through the Four Laws of Love, we explore seven transformative steps to create t…
…
continue reading
1
Should We Use Porn to Improve Sex in Marriage? - 223
1:04:03
1:04:03
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:04:03
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! **Listener Discretion is advised** Sexual intimacy isn't just physical—it's also spiritual. This truth, largely forgotten in our secularized culture, holds the key to experiencing the deep connection God designed for marriage. The statistics are sobering: 64% of American men view pornography monthly, with Christian men m…
…
continue reading
1
A Numbers Game: With Guests Linda Chang & Stephen M. Colbert
29:37
29:37
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:37
Workplaces often rely on numerical ratings for performance reviews. Election debates focus on poll numbers and approval ratings. Your watch counts your steps in a day. Numbers increasingly influence our decisions. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at our very human tendency to fixate on digits even when words or graphs repre…
…
continue reading
1
The 4 Lies and Levels of Everyday Intimacy - 222
49:38
49:38
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
49:38
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! What's the first thing you think of when someone mentions "intimacy" in marriage? If you immediately thought "sex," you're not alone—but you're only scratching the surface of what true intimacy means. Most couples don't realize they're missing three-quarters of the connection God designed for marriage. When intimacy feel…
…
continue reading
1
8 Steps to Disarming Anger and Conflict - 221
47:23
47:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
47:23
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! When anger strikes in marriage, the path we choose determines whether we'll grow closer or drift apart. This raw, honest exploration of conflict resolution dives deep into the spiritual battleground of marital disagreements, revealing how seemingly small decisions—like sleeping on the couch after an argument—can create d…
…
continue reading
It’s a new season of Choiceology, an original podcast from Charles Schwab. New episodes arrive every two weeks, so please follow us in your favorite podcasting app. Important Disclosures The comments, views, and opinions expressed in the presentation are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of Charles Schwab. Data contai…
…
continue reading
1
7 Steps to Naked Purity in Your Marriage - 220
1:01:19
1:01:19
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:01:19
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! Just like Satan deceived Eve in the Garden, he continues to deceive us today. Just as he misled Eve by promising that sin would improve her life, he uses the same tactics on us. It is important to recall that before Adam and Eve fell into sin, they had a flawless marriage - they were united as one, bare and unashamed, ba…
…
continue reading
1
It's Time to Get Naked in Your Marriage - 219
47:49
47:49
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
47:49
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! In marriage, we naturally seek to share our true selves with our partner. However, for this to take place, there must be a prepared and protected atmosphere providing an environment where we can regularly “get naked.” God intended for the vulnerability of marriage to encompass every aspect of our beings - physical, emoti…
…
continue reading
1
3 Steps to Keep Couples from Growing Apart - 218
40:34
40:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
40:34
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! As marriage counselors counsel as many couples as they have, they get used to hearing certain phrases a lot. One of the phrases they hear the most from distressed spouses in failing marriages is: “We’ve grown apart.” What began as a deeply romantic and satisfying relationship is now the opposite. The result is increasing…
…
continue reading
1
Love Letters vs. Voicemails - The Valentine's Day Couples Q&A Experience - 217
22:46
22:46
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
22:46
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! Ever wondered if love letters have more impact than voicemails when it comes to expressing love? Well, this is Daniel, and I have an opinion on that! Tune in to our special Valentine's Day Couples Q&A episode where Michelle and I share amusing anecdotes and insights on everything from our favorite taco indulgences to the…
…
continue reading
1
5 Steps to Saying No to Dominating Spouses - 215
59:57
59:57
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
59:57
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! Can a marriage thrive under the weight of the dominance and control of an overbearing spouse? We explore this pressing question as we unravel the complexities of destructive dominance in relationships. Through personal anecdotes and insights, we shed light on how dominance and narcissistic traits can disrupt the balance …
…
continue reading
1
Exciting News for Connecting the Gap and Beyond! - 216
7:09
7:09
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
7:09
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! Imagine transforming your marriage by embracing biblical principles that have stood the test of time. That's exactly what Michelle and I have been inspired to do through our journey in "The Four Laws of Love" series. This transformative experience has paved the way for an exciting shift in our podcast's focus. We are thr…
…
continue reading
1
Does Become One Flesh Just Refer to Sex? - 214
1:01:22
1:01:22
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:01:22
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! · Are you completely surrendered to your mate? · Is there something you are holding back and not sharing with them? · Are you controlling your spouse and not treating them as an equal? Placing everything we have into a marriage offers the invaluable advantage of complete mutual sharing. Both partners belong entirely to e…
…
continue reading
1
Married on Purpose - 7 Steps to a Better Vision for Your Marriage - 213
57:20
57:20
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
57:20
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! If you ask a Christian couple if God put them together, they will almost always respond with something like, “Yes, we believe God put us together.” Then, if you ask them why God put them together, they will rarely be able to give you the answer. But there is an answer. Having that answer will take every married couple to…
…
continue reading
1
5 Ways to Avoid a Marriage from Hell - 212
54:13
54:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
54:13
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! Are you looking to strengthen your marriage and avoid the pitfalls that can lead to a relationship full of conflict and stress? In this video, we’ll explore 5 powerful ways to avoid a marriage from hell and build a thriving, joyful relationship that stands the test of time. Whether you’re newlyweds or seasoned partners, …
…
continue reading
1
Your Marriage Plan Not Working? 3 Reasons Gods Plan is Perfect - 211
59:36
59:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
59:36
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! In the last episode we talked about the Law of Pursuit. We must work at our marriages to keep them strong and vibrant but at the same time we must work at them in accordance with God’s design. God designed marriage with respective roles for husbands and wives. In this week’s episode we are going to study that out using E…
…
continue reading
1
Marrying My Spouse Was a Mistake - 3 Steps to Renewal - 210
51:27
51:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
51:27
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! Is your marriage feeling like more of a struggle than a blessing? In this candid and transformative episode, Daniel and Michelle Moore share their personal journey of turning a troubled relationship into a thriving partnership. Drawing from their experience, they introduce the Law of Pursuit and unpack timeless biblical …
…
continue reading
1
What Justifies an Affair? The Shocking Reveal! - 209
53:12
53:12
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
53:12
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! What Justifies an Affair? Can romantic love in marriage fade, and how do we reignite the spark to ensure a thriving, God-centered union? In this eye-opening video, we explore the heart of marital romance, its significance, and how neglecting your spouse’s unspoken needs can contribute to relational struggles, including t…
…
continue reading
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! What’s the secret to keeping love alive in a long-term relationship? In Do This to Keep Romance Alive, we dive into actionable tips and proven strategies that couples can use to strengthen their emotional connection and reignite the spark. Whether you’re in a new relationship or have been married for years, romance plays…
…
continue reading
Give us a "SHOUT-OUT" Here! What if Christmas was more than twinkling lights and wrapped gifts? In A Foster Child's Christmas, journey through the eyes of Jacob, a foster child navigating the season's emotional complexities. Despite the festive cheer of the Harrison family, Jacob feels like an outsider—until a life-changing encounter at a church ev…
…
continue reading
