Marriage Unhindered – February 17, 2024 – Addiction in Relationships

 (5:58) Agape Love and characteristics of saints Sandra - Taking care of 2-1/2-year-old grandson with special needs. Wants to make sure that she navigates things correctly with her husband throughout this time. (15:58) Doug talks about how saint Rita can help with our relationships. (18:12) Break 1 Diana - Would like to comment on how marriage has helped her grow in virtue. Cathy - Wants to know about counselors and help for her marriage – Doug recommends a Great site for people who are needing a good Catholic theorist https://www.catholictherapists.com/ (24:12) Monica, a licensed therapist, comes on the show to talk about addiction in relationships and how to handle them. Reach Monica Hinderer at Monicahinderer.com Here are some books recommended by Monica to help you with addiction in your relationship. Get Your Loved One Sober: Alternatives to Nagging, Pleading, and Threatening: Get Your Loved One Sober: Alternatives to Nagging, Pleading, and Threatening: Robert J. Meyers, Brenda L. Wolfe: 9781592850815: Amazon.com: Books  Beyond Addiction: How Science and Kindness Help People Change: Amazon.com : beyond addiction book  (34:04) Break 2 Doug helps a young listener about how to navigate “affection” in a relationship. “Knowing the Love of God” by Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange. (43:46) Doug talks about a three-part formula on how to talk with your spouse in a gentle way.