Send us Fan Mail A beachside dinner in Turks and Caicos should be easy romance, right? Ours nearly got derailed by one small moment, a napkin, a stuffy nose, and a reaction that hit way deeper than the actual “issue.” We’re Ken and Tabatha Claytor, married for 27 years, and we’re telling the unfiltered story of how a minor disagreement escalated into an almost-vacation-ruining fight, plus what it taught us about marriage communication. We get honest about the real conflict underneath the surface: the pain of feeling judged, the frustration of feeling controlled, and the way “helpful” correction can land like disrespect when tone and timing are off. We talk social etiquette and public embarrassment, but we also talk about something bigger: how couples start collecting evidence, replaying old moments, and turning small idiosyncrasies into joy-stealers. If you’ve ever argued over something that sounds ridiculous afterward, this conversation will feel familiar. Then we shift into practical marriage advice you can use immediately. We share the questions and habits that help with conflict resolution in marriage: don’t sweat the small stuff, check your timing, honor the person while addressing the issue, learn to receive correction, apologize quickly, and protect the relationship more than your position. We also share why it’s okay to agree to disagree and still choose each other with real love. If this helped you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more couples can find the show. What’s a “small thing” that’s been stealing your peace lately? 📖 ORDER BETTER MARRIAGE! Ready to build a stronger, healthier marriage? Order our new book, Better Marriage: Perfect Love for Imperfect Couples, by Ken & Tabatha Claytor. ❤️ 👉 Order your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Better-Marriage-Perfect-Imperfect-Couples/dp/B0GNDV9MTW GET BUILD TO LAST PREMARITAL COURSE HERE: Your wedding lasts one day. Your marriage lasts a lifetime. Build to Last Premarital Course: https://kenandtabatha.com/built-to-last GET THE BETTER MARRIAGE BOOTCAMP HERE: Better Marriage Bootcamp (kenandtabatha.com) Better Marriage 90-Day Devotional: 90 Day Better Marriage Devotional - Ken and Tabatha (square.site) DOWNLOAD THE FAMILY MEETING OUTLINE HERE ⬇️ https://www.kenandtabatha.com/pl/2148103888 📍 Join us in Florida at Alive Church — with campuses in Orlando, Tampa & Gainesville. 🎟 And don’t miss Alive Conference coming soon — 3 days that can change the next 30 years of your life! https://redeemedevents.com/event-details/5326 Support Our Ministry: https://myalivechurch.org/give Connect with us: - Website: https://www.kenclaytor.com https://www.tabathaclaytor.co...
