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EPISODE · Mar 12, 2026 · 26 MIN

Ep 5: Love is a Choice, Not a Feeling

from Marriage Hot Takes · host Aaron & Kim

We wrestle with the myth that love is only a feeling and make the case that lasting marriage is a daily choice. Through stories, humor, and practical habits, we show how small acts, uneven days, and intentional service create safety and keep couples close.• love as a deliberate daily practice• difference between liking and loving on hard days• choose your hard: marriage work versus divorce fallout• replacing feelings with small, concrete actions• dropping scorekeeping and embracing 90-10 seasons• rituals that build safety: notes, touch, time• roles, gratitude, and reframing expectations• support during anxiety and mental health dips• the hot take: drifting from intentionality erodes loveIf this episode helped you, please share it with someone you care aboutAnd don't forget to subscribe and leave a reviewIt really helps us reach more couples

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We wrestle with the myth that love is only a feeling and make the case that lasting marriage is a daily choice. Through stories, humor, and practical habits, we show how small acts, uneven days, and intentional service create safety and keep couples...

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