Dear Young Married Couple

Using ChatGPT for Marriage Problems: What You Need to Know 30.06.2026 23min

🤖 Is AI a good substitute for marriage counseling? We say no (shocking, right?) 😆 ChatGPT is designed to reinforce assumptions, whether they're accurate or not, and deliver confident answers that aren't always wise. In this episode, we unpack why turning to AI for relationship advice can sometimes deepen misunderstandings instead of bringing healing. That doesn't mean AI is all bad, though. Used wisely, it can actually be a helpful tool for personal growth. We explore where AI can add value, where it falls short, and how to tell the difference. If you've ever asked AI what to do about your spouse (or you've been tempted to), this is a conversation you won't want to miss. Resources: 📍 Join our BOOK TOUR! https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/marriage-toolbox-tour 📚 Pre-order the DYMC e-book (hard copies release on 7/7) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H6D4BXLR?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_1EYS9AHJEH4TQEQXVE5J 💻 LIVE Book Club release party! https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/monthlylivedatenight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WE WROTE A BOOK! 🎉 23.06.2026 24min

📖 A dream years in the making is finally becoming reality! Dear Young Married Couple: Letters & Tools for the Fights, the Fun, the Sex, and the Soulwork is available for pre-order in the Kindle version. Hard copies drop 7/7! Pre-order the ebook here and get the audiobook for FREE when it's available! https://a.co/d/02yhAD8O See where we're headed on our book tour! We'd love to meet you !🚗 https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/marriage-toolbox-tour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We Feel Called to Ministry… Now What? w/ Rev. JD Pearring and Lori Pearring, MA, LMFT 16.06.2026 46min

What does it really take to build a lasting ministry without sacrificing your marriage, family, or personal well-being along the way? JD and Lori Pearring pull back the curtain on the hidden challenges many leaders face from blind spots and burnout to finances, calling, and emotional health. Resources: Excel Leadership Network https://excelnetwork.org/blog LoriPearringLMFT@gmail.com Dear Young Married Couple Book Tour: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/marriage-toolbox-tour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3 Actions That Rebuild Trust After Betrayal 09.06.2026 26min

💔 Betrayal doesn’t just break trust. It shatters the entire sense of safety a marriage was built on. So what does real repair actually look like? Let's unpack the three actions that help rebuild what was lost after a breach of trust. If you're tired of surface-level advice and wondering how trust is rebuilt in the real world, this conversation offers a practical roadmap for the long road back to connection, intimacy, and healing. Resources : Listen to our episode: Disconnection’s Powerful Invitation: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-young-married-couple/id1494555036?i=1000505087735 Additional episodes on disclosure, betrayal recovery, and rebuilding trust: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-young-married-couple/id1494555036?i=1000708300258 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-young-married-couple/id1494555036?i=1000635530128 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-young-married-couple/id1494555036?i=1000515009918 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-young-married-couple/id1494555036?i=1000622248031 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Kill the Ego: The Death of Pride in Leadership w/ Pastor Josh Melancon 02.06.2026 1t

🔥In a culture where pride is often celebrated as a virtue, what if it's actually the thing holding us back? In this conversation with Pastor Josh Melancon, we unpack the hidden ways pride can shape our marriages, leadership, parenting, and spiritual growth without us even realizing it. From learning how to receive hard feedback to uncovering the wounds that drive our behavior, Pastor Josh shares hard-earned wisdom that is both deeply convicting and incredibly freeing. If you've ever struggled with defensiveness, disappointment, the need to be right, or the pressure to keep up appearances, this episode is an invitation into a different way of living. Resources: 📘 The Mark of the Least by Josh Melancon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNVPPZTK?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_PEEP6F2J4F43NG1GRRPW 🌐 Melancon Ministries https://www.joshmelancon.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to Lead without Bringing Home the Leftovers w/ Pastor Kevin and Chassidy Allen 26.05.2026 47min

⛪️ Ministry can look fruitful on the outside while quietly draining the people you love most at home. Adam & Karissa had the privilege of sitting down with Kevin & Chassidy Allen to discuss how couples can stay connected when life feels nonstop. This episode is packed with wisdom for leaders, pastors, and couples trying to balance calling, family, and emotional health without losing themselves in the process. ❤️‍🩹 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your DESIRE Isn’t Random w/ Jay Stringer, MA, MDiv, LMHC 19.05.2026 1t 3min

🧠❤️ What if your desires aren’t the problem, but rather the roadmap? Listen to Adam, Karissa, and Jay Stringer unpack why so many marriages feel stuck between suppression and self-indulgence - from purity culture and porn struggles to emotional intimacy, self-sabotage, family dynamics, and the hidden stories shaping our marriages. If you’ve ever wondered why you keep repeating the same patterns or why marriage exposes parts of you you’d rather avoid, this conversation is going to stay with you long after it ends. 🔥 Resources: • Desire by Jay Stringer https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593728270 • Unwanted by Jay Stringer https://www.amazon.com/dp/1631466720 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A TOOL to Rescue Your TOXIC Arguments 12.05.2026 27min

This is one of our most listened to podcasts of all time! The reason? EVERY COUPLE argues. Aaaaand, arguments can be great & productive if they are done correctly. Have your arguments been going nuclear? Join Adam + Karissa as they share a tool to rescue your toxic arguments, along with some simple, easy steps to apply it! Stay in conversation with us on IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple or on our website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marriage vs. Kids: Getting the PRIORITY Right 05.05.2026 38min

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 This post BLEW UP! A couple weeks ago, we made a post on IG about prioritizing your spouse over every other relationship.... including your kids. Aaaaand it got some pushback. In this episode, we unpack the tension around prioritizing your spouse and bring clarity to what “putting your marriage first” actually means (hint: it’s not about neglecting your kids). If you’ve ever felt like your spouse gets the leftovers or you’re stuck in survival mode, this is your reset moment. Resources: 👩🏼‍❤️‍💋‍👨🏻 Prioritize your marriage and join us on the DYMC Cruise in May of 2027! https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/dymc-cruise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will You FOLLOW ME? The Bible & Submission w/ Rev. Cornelius Williams 28.04.2026 52min

👩🏻‍❤️‍👨🏽 Submission is a hot topic because it's often misinterpreted, ignored, or distorted. In this conversation with Cornelius J. Williams, we unpack a fresh, thought-provoking framework: what it really looks like to surrender your mind, will, and pride to God and each other in marriage. Let's get honest about the messy middle where faith meets everyday decisions. If you’ve ever wrestled with roles, authority, or how to stay unified when you disagree, this one will challenge and ground you in a deeper, more beautiful vision of partnership. Resources: 📖 Will You Follow Me? The Journey to Understanding Intellectual Submission by Cornelius J. Williams (available on Amazon + Kindle, audiobook coming soon) https://www.amazon.com/dp/1965584136 🚢 DYMC Cruise in May of 2027! https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/dymc-cruise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Panic Attacks: What They Are, What They Aren’t, and How to Help 21.04.2026 38min

😰 When your body sounds the alarm, you feel out of control, and you can't even identify what triggered it, you may be having a panic attack. In this episode, we’re unpacking panic attacks -- what they are (and aren’t), why they can feel so intense and out of nowhere, and how fear can quietly fuel the cycle. You’ll hear Karissa's personal story, learn how panic connects to your mind, body, and spirit, and walk away with practical tools to steady yourself (or your spouse) in the moment. Resources: Download the free “Lies & Truth” identity statements handout to ground yourself in truth during anxious moments. https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/Truths-Lies Counseling w/ Adam and Karissa: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/counseling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Should we Agree to DISAGREE? w/ Dr. Les Parrott 14.04.2026 43min

💥 What if your fights aren’t actually the problem… but the doorway to something better? In this conversation with Dr. Les Parrott, we unpack why some arguments quietly tear couples apart while others can actually bring you closer. You’ll walk away with a simple but powerful shift: learning to see your spouse’s world from the inside out. Grab the free relationship assessment at https://www.myheartchart.com Check out The Love Language That Matters Most https://a.co/d/00mIVjKo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Build Your Marriage With PRAYER w/ Brad & Heidi Mitchell 07.04.2026 40min

🙏 What if one simple habit could completely shift the atmosphere of your marriage? Let's unpack why so many couples want to pray together—but feel stuck, unsure, or even intimidated to start. Through raw honesty and real-life stories (including a marriage rebuilt from broken trust), you’ll discover that prayer isn’t about saying the “right” words, but it’s about showing up together. If you’ve ever felt unsure where to begin, don’t miss the simple, doable starting points shared in this episode. Resources: Build Your Marriage With Prayer on Amazon https://a.co/d/0dnkKqmx Brad & Heidi's website: https://buildyourmarriage.org/about/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3 Reasons Men Can't Quit Porn 31.03.2026 38min

⛓️ If you’ve been stuck in the same cycle and can't seem to break free, this might explain why… This is what's actually driving unwanted behaviors (spoiler: it’s not just a lack of discipline.) There are deeper patterns at play: the way your brain solves discomfort, the condition of your body when stress is high, and the hidden role of shame that quietly keeps people stuck. When you understand these three layers, things start to click in a whole new way. Resources: Adam's FREE Porn Recovery Assessment: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/porn-recovery-focus-group Ted Talk Lisa Feldman: https://www.ted.com/talks/lisa_feldman_barrett_you_aren_t_at_the_mercy_of_your_emotions_your_brain_creates_them Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Love Language That Matters MOST w/ Dr. Gary Chapman 24.03.2026 39min

❤️ You know the five love languages… but what if you’re still missing each other? Hear Dr. Gary Chapman explain why many couples feel frustrated even when they’re trying to love their spouse well. Sometimes it’s not the language that’s wrong - it’s the dialect, the timing, or the agenda getting in the way. We talk about personality differences, empathy in communication, the two stages of romantic love, and one simple question you can start asking your spouse this week to reconnect. Resources: Dr Gary Chapman's Books www.5lovelanguages.com DYMC Cruise: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/dymc-cruise Previous episode w/ Dr. Gary Chapman: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-young-married-couple/id1494555036?i=1000507436880 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Papa’s Final Piece of Marriage Advice (61 Years of Marriage) 17.03.2026 20min

👵🏻👴🏼 What do couples married 61 years know about love that the rest of us don’t? Karissa’s Papa gave us some pretty great marriage advice just days before he passed away. Wisdom forged through decades of faith, family, hardship, laughter, and unwavering commitment. His number-one piece of advice may sound simple, but it has the power to transform the spiritual, emotional, and even physical connection in your marriage. ♥️ Resources: Monthly Live Date Night at DYMC https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/monthlylivedatenight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“Not Wrong, Just Different Shades of RIGHT” — The Marriage Mindset That BREAKS Recurring Conflict w/ Dr. Emerson Eggerichs 10.03.2026 52min

💡 Ever had a moment in your marriage where something just clicked? In this episode, we sit down with marriage expert and bestselling author Dr. Emerson Eggerichs to talk about the powerful “light bulb moments” that can completely reframe the way couples see each other. What if the issue you keep arguing about isn’t actually about who’s right and who’s wrong? What if it’s just… different shades of right? Are you accidentally treating a preference like a moral issue? Could there be a “third option” that honors both of you? If you’ve ever wondered why the same conflict keeps resurfacing in your marriage, this conversation might be the breakthrough you’ve been looking for. Resources: 🚢 Get in on the DYMC Cruise happening in spring of 2027! https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/dymc-cruise Love and Respect Ministries https://www.loveandrespect.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When a Christian Wife Wants to QUIT (and What to Do Instead) w/ Lindsey Maestas 03.03.2026 50min

💔 Ever felt like quitting your marriage… even though you promised you never would? In this powerful conversation with Lindsey Maestas, we talk about the silent resentment, exhaustion, and disconnection that can creep in during the early years—and what to do before you “burn your own house down.” Lindsey shares how sleep deprivation, unmet expectations, and poor communication nearly unraveled her relationship, and the surprising shifts that brought friendship, intimacy, and joy back to life. If you’ve been feeling stuck, unseen, or just worn out, this episode will both challenge and equip you. Resources :📖 Don't Burn Your Own House Down by Lindsey Maestas (workbook available) https://a.co/d/09anf8My 🎙️ Living Easy Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/living-easy-with-lindsey/id1481805272 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

COMMUNICATION Patterns that Can SABOTAGE or Strengthen a Marriage w/ Dr. David Burns 24.02.2026 56min

❤️‍🩹 What if the real problem in your marriage isn’t “communication”… but resistance? Join us as we interview Dr. David Burns to unpack why so many couples say they want a better relationship—yet subtly fight the very change that would heal it. Are you truly willing to let go of being right? Could the breakthrough you’re praying for be on the other side of owning your part? If you’ve ever felt criticized, misunderstood, or stuck in the same fight on repeat, this episode will challenge and equip you in the best way. Resources: Feeling Great App https://www.feelinggreat.com Feeling Good by David Burns https://a.co/d/07STA9Xc Feeling Good Together by David Burns https://a.co/d/05hYPoCz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

HOSTING Together: How Your Marriage Sets the Atmosphere for Guests w/ Abby Kuykendall 17.02.2026 45min

🕯️🏡 If you’ve ever wanted to be “that house” - the one that gathers people, builds community, and makes everyone feel welcomed - but hosting somehow turns into stress, tension, and resentment between the two of you… tune in. Abby Turner Kuykendall (author of Let the Biscuits Burn) joins Karissa to talk about the real emotional obstacles behind hospitality in marriage: mismatched expectations, introvert vs. extrovert dynamics, unspoken resentment, and the pressure to make everything look perfect. You’ll walk away with practical ways to plan ahead, delegate without bitterness, and shift your mindset from entertaining to truly loving people well. Are you hosting to impress… or to serve? Resources: Abby's website https://abbykuykendall.com Let the Biscuits Burn by Abby Kuykendall https://a.co/d/0726oALl Abby's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abby.kuykendall?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices