ASK episode: “Is it wrong for my husband to masturbate to photos of me?”

Enjoy this LIVE recording from the last stop of the 2024 EROS Marriage Weekend in Houston, TX! In this Q&A session, our Encore pass holders joined us for a private lunch and had the opportunity to ask pressing questions—many centered around parenting and raising children in today’s sexually confused world. Whether you're a parent facing these challenges or someone invested in guiding the next generation, this episode is for you.  Resources: EROS 2025 Registration is LIVE! https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/eros having the talkS card deck https://a.co/d/9epJdwk In Sickness and in Health Episode https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-young-married-couple/id1494555036?i=1000468662757 Tiny Habits Book https://a.co/d/4V5yV5L Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a world filled with constant change and uncertainty, it’s easy to feel weighed down by anxiety—especially during election season. But what if we took a different perspective and realized that today, right now, is actually the best time in history to be alive? In this episode, we explore why this modern era, despite its challenges, offers unmatched opportunities for growth, health, and peace. God has intentionally placed each of us here for a purpose, and our hope is in Him.  Resources: Think on These Things Episode https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-young-married-couple/id1494555036?i=1000542455454 Free 5-Day Devotional on Worry https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/37525-how-to-worry-less-in-the-midst-of-uncertainty Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Christians, we're diligent about guarding our holiness in certain areas—whether it's avoiding substances like drugs and smoking or upholding the distinctions between male and female. But why is physical health rarely discussed from the pulpit? Today, we had the privilege of interviewing Pastor Thomas and Tarin Dehod, who are deeply passionate about the importance of caring for your entire being—body, mind, and spirit. Their insights on intentional health stewardship are sure to bless and inspire you. Resources: The Inner Game of Tennis by W. Timothy Gallwey https://a.co/d/3gUbXHL The Body Keeps the Score https://a.co/d/i7KuKS5 The Omnivore’s Dilemma https://a.co/d/7KfmoDF The Comfort Crisis https://a.co/d/i1SHYaW Outlive https://a.co/d/cmTpqoO His Needs, Her Needs https://a.co/d/7eGzB2w Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a world where people often feel disconnected, learning to be a people person is more important than ever, and this episode will help you discover new ways to build deeper connections with those around you—both for your benefit and others’. In this episode, Adam and Karissa explore what it really means to be a "people person." Whether you’re introverted and reserved, naturally extroverted, or somewhere in between, God designed us all for connection and community. Resources: The EROS Marriage Weekend is getting closer and our Encore passes are almost SOLD OUT! Register today! ♥️ https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/eros Join us for a 90 minute workshop focused on “How Not to Be Boring in Conversation With Your Spouse and Others” https://dear-young-married-couple.mykajabi.com/monthlylivedatenight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re ALL about addressing the taboos here at DYMC. Today, we tackle a sensitive but important question submitted by a listener: "Is it wrong for my husband to masturbate to photos of me?” Thank you for submitting this question! Let's break down the complexities surrounding this issue and address the impact of secrecy on intimacy in marriage. Secrets can create barriers, and nothing should be done behind closed doors. We also explore how what’s okay for some couples might not be for others, particularly when past experiences with pornography come into play. Resources: Freedom in the Bedroom episode: Click here The EROS Marriage Weekend is 2 WEEKS AWAY! Secure your spot today! ♥️ https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/eros Card Deck to talk about your values around SEX https://amzn.to/3ZW7zxb Stay in Conversation with Us  IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple  Website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com Email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is being "in love" enough to build a lasting marriage? In this video, we dive deep into essential questions every couple should ask before they tie the knot, moving beyond the initial fuzzy feel-good emotions to what really matters for building a strong foundation. Having counseled thousands of premarital couples over the past decade, we know what it takes to foster a successful marriage.  Curious to know if you’re asking the right questions? Let’s find out together.  Resources: The EROS Marriage Weekend is 3 WEEKS AWAY! Secure your spot today! ♥️ https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.co... prEquipped: The DYMC Premarital Course for Seriously Dating or Engaged Couples https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.co... Here is also a card deck that we designed to help in this exciting process! AMAZON: https://amzn.to/3TZ8gC5 Stay in Conversation with Us:  IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple  Website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com Email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marriage isn’t a partnership, and it certainly isn’t 50/50. Sounds controversial, right? The word “partner” is widely used in our culture today when referring to a husband, wife, etc., but thinking of your spouse as a partner can actually be quite toxic to your marriage. If this has been the case in your relationship, we’re going to outline how to reframe it in a way that gives you a much better chance of thriving. Resources: The EROS Marriage Weekend is ONE MONTH AWAY today! Secure your spot! ♥️ https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/eros Episode on the Daily Check-In https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-young-married-couple/id1494555036?i=1000669828109 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have you noticed more and more people around you struggling with infertility? Perhaps you’re even struggling yourself. The statistics around infertility have changed dramatically over the past couple of years. Today, we hear from Vida and Ronit from WeNatal about how, since 2020, the rate of infertility has shifted from 1 in 8 couples to 1 in 6 couples. What’s going on?! Tune in to hear some surprising statistics and learn about small actions you can take to help address this global crisis. Resources: The EROS Marriage Weekend is officially UNDER  2 months away! Secure your spot today! ♥️ https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/eros Connect with WeNatal IG: @we_natal Website: https://wenatal.com/pages/guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you find yourself keeping a long list of things that frustrate you about your spouse throughout the day, only to blow up during an argument days or weeks later? After working with thousands of couples all over the world, we’ve developed many communication tools that can help prevent this. Today, we’re sharing one of these simple tools that, if practiced regularly, could revolutionize the way you communicate in your marriage.  Resources: The EROS Marriage Weekend is officially UNDER  2 months away! Secure your spot today! ♥️ https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/eros Stay in Conversation with Us  IG: @dearyoungmarriedcouple  Website: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com Email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you're the betrayed spouse and you find yourself asking the detective questions like: 👇🏼 Where were you when this happened? How many times per week did you do it? What positions were you in? For the sake of your marriage, it's best to stop asking these questions. Now, you do need to ask questions, but there are better questions that lead to healing. We share more about this in the episode, and we've also compiled all 80+ of these questions in the link below. Stay strong. ❤️‍🩹 80+ Healing Questions for Betrayal https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/BrokenTrustQuestions Secure your spot at the EROS Marriage Weekend! https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/eros Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices