Exciting news! We're starting a new series called "Who Carried The Relationship?" In this batch of episodes, Sam and Gen will vote on, then debate, who they believe did a better job in their marriage at leading in various areas (finances, emotional intelligence, spirituality, and more).In today's episode, Sam and Gen discuss the significance of a spiritual connection in relationships, highlighting how shared spirituality can form a robust foundation and exploring various interpretations of spirituality beyond conventional religious practices.Sam and Gen examine the necessity of aligning faith and relationships. They discuss how differing spiritual beliefs can affect marriage dynamics and share personal anecdotes reflecting the influence of their shared Christian faith on their marriage, both positively and negatively.Our guest host Joel, who has known Gen since high school, opens up a debate on whether spiritual responsibilities should be equally shared.Sam and Gen also talk through some of the distinctions between religion and spirituality, and offer advice on supporting a partner’s spiritual growth. Please support the show by subscribing!☎️ Have a question you’d like Sam and Gen to answer? DM us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/samandgengotdivorced/Please support the show by subscribing!👨 Follow Joel:https://www.instagram.com/cornercounsellor/https://www.facebook.com/genevieve.alao.5/👀 Follow Gen:https://www.instagram.com/cornercounsellor/https://www.facebook.com/genevieve.alao.5/👋🏾 Follow Sam:https://www.instagram.com/samueltheconnector/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sr3ms/👩🏿‍🤝‍👨🏾Follow The Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/samandgengotdivorced/https://tiktok.com/@samandgengotdivorced

In the second part of this discussion, Sam, Jeff and Gen uncover how everyday nuisances like stray socks can escalate into bigger issues if ignored. You'll also hear more of Sam's personal story of working through addiction and its effect on his marriage.

Sam and Gen go deep on how unresolved minor issues might snowball into major obstacles, and why intimacy is helpful for enduring such challenges. Together with Jeff , the trio delve into strategies for conflict resolution, emphasizing open communication and shared responsibilities and displaying how both vulnerability and humor can be healing forces that help to rebuild intimacy after conflicts.

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Jeff is back! In this heated episode, Sam and Gen debate with Jeff about whether seemingly insignificant habits or behaviors from one spouse can gradually undermine a healthy marriage.

Sam, Gen, and Jeff delve into the importance of communication, understanding, and small adjustments that can make a significant difference in relationship dynamics, ultimately aiming to provide listeners with actionable insights to foster stronger connections with their partners.

Additionally, Sam and Gen share personal anecdotes and advice on recognizing and addressing these minor issues before they escalate, empowering couples to create a more harmonious and supportive marital environment.

Throughout the discussion, they also touch on the role of empathy and vulnerability in resolving conflicts and nurturing lasting love, encouraging audiences to actively engage in introspective practices that strengthen their partnerships over time.

Ultimately, this episode seeks to highlight that by being mindful of everyday behaviors, couples can cultivate a deeper emotional intimacy that enhances their journey together.

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