Marriage Health with James & Teri Craft Marriage Health with James & Teri Craft

What if enduring your partner's anger outbursts could be silently eroding your mental and physical health? This episode bravely confronts the often-hidden issue of rage within intimate relationships, shedding light on how repeated instances of a spouse's uncontrolled anger can lead to severe anxiety, depression, and even physical ailments like IBS and ulcers. We explore the normalization of such toxic behavior due to past experiences and internalized beliefs, emphasizing the crucial need to r...

Discover how to transform your relationships by understanding the intricacies of codependency and boundaries in our latest episode. Join us and our insightful guest, Kristin Snowden, as we unravel the misunderstood concept of codependency and its profound impacts on partnerships. Learn how acknowledging personal responsibility can lead to a more balanced and supportive relationship, and find empowerment in shifting from codependent behaviors to healthier, interdependent dynamics. Kristin's ex...

Have you ever wondered when is the right time to seek couples counseling? In this episode of Marriage Health, James and Terry Craft tackle this critical decision head-on, offering listeners five unmistakable signs that it may be time to take that step. With the expertise of our special guest, Dr. Jenna Mountain, we explore the essential considerations for choosing the right counselor and the potential pitfalls of a mismatched therapy experience. Tune in to discover the importance of both part...

Is compatibility in relationships something you're born with, or can it be created? Join us as we challenge the age-old belief that similar personalities are a must for happiness. We sit down with marriage experts James and Terry Craft to explore the dynamic nature of compatibility and how intentional actions can build it over time. Learn about the critical roles friendship and communication play in sustaining a strong bond, and why differences between partners should be viewed as opportuniti...

Have you ever felt a twinge of unease when your partner's phone buzzes? Discover the top sign of micro-cheating, cushioning, and behaviors that subtly erode trust in a relationship and learn how to set healthy boundaries. Gaslighting, manipulation, and even abuse are often present in relationships with micro-cheating, infidelity, or emotional affairs.This episode explores the importance of communication, trust, and love in a marriage or exclusive relationship.If you feel like you might need c...

Can betrayal destroy more than just your trust? In this eye-opening episode, we uncover the physical and emotional havoc that betrayal trauma and gaslighting can wreak on one's life. From chronic health issues like IBS and fibromyalgia to deep emotional scars, the fallout is often more profound than many realize. Join us as we discuss why traditional couples therapy can sometimes do more harm than good and explore the essential elements of finding the right therapeutic support to begin the he...