Hosts: Yusuf & Vanetta

In this deeply personal and insightful episode of Relationship Status, Yusuf sits down with Ashley Martin of Becoming Her to discuss the realities of marriage, personal growth, and maintaining your identity within a committed relationship. Vanetta is out this week due to an event at Eat My Biscuits in East Point, Atlanta, so Ashley steps in for an honest and heartfelt conversation.

Ashley and Yusuf dive into divorce statistics, the importance of intentions in marriage, and how couples can navigate challenges while growing together. Ashley shares her experiences caring for her husband during a life-altering health crisis and how she applies the principles of Becoming Her to continuously evolve while staying grounded. Topics include communication, therapy as a tool for growth, love languages, maintaining individuality, and staying faithful in a modern relationship.

The conversation also explores updating traditional marriage vows for today, emotional transparency, and real-life surprises that tested their commitment. Quick-fire questions on separate bank accounts, social media, and premarital counseling provide candid and relatable perspectives.

Whether you're married, dating, or thinking about your future in a relationship, this episode is full of actionable insights, real talk, and encouragement for anyone seeking a thriving partnership while staying true to themselves.

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• (00:00:00) - Relationship Status
• (00:01:07) - Ashley Martin on Becoming Her With Ashley Martin
• (00:03:53) - Is Your Relationship Happy?
• (00:07:04) - The Motivation Behind Marrying
• (00:11:11) - George Martin on Sexual Harassment
• (00:11:58) - Titus on Whether Marriage Is Decaying
• (00:15:16) - Marriage Is Harder for Women
• (00:17:51) - Should You Stay In A Marriage With an Abusive Partner?
• (00:21:18) - Marriage and the Divorce Rate
• (00:24:08) - "Sick and In Health"
• (00:28:41) - Counseling For Married People
• (00:31:05) - Married Couples Talk About Therapy
• (00:33:36) - "The Notebook" In My Marriage
• (00:37:57) - "Becoming Her Her Principles"
• (00:41:46) - Ashley On Staying Real With Her Husband
• (00:44:55) - Marriage Is Overrated
• (00:49:23) - What Would You Change About Your Wedding Vows?
• (00:51:39) - The Vow to Meet My Partner's Emotional Needs
• (00:53:57) - Question of the Week
• (00:54:27) - Best and Worst Surprises From Your Significant Other
• (00:57:36) - How to edit a post-
• (00:57:54) - Becoming Her With Ashley Martin