The Secret to Staying Close Without Feeling Smothered

Marriage is about unity—but that doesn’t mean losing your individuality. In this episode of Committed Hearts, Donna and William Porter talk about why healthy relationships need both together time and personal time. Just because you love being together doesn’t mean you have to do everything together. Your spouse can have their own interests, their own quiet time, their own way of refreshing—and that can actually make your relationship stronger. In this conversation, we talk about: • why individuality still matters after “I do” • how giving each other space builds trust • protecting your spouse’s personal time • why “your thing” doesn’t have to become “our thing” • how healthy space can make you a better spouse Strong marriages make room for unity and individuality. Watch, listen, and be encouraged—and as always…Welcome to Committed Hearts, a weekly podcast for engaged and married couples who want to build a strong, lasting, and God-centered relationship, without pressure, perfection, or churchy overload.Hosted by The Porters, pastors, marriage counselors, and partners for more than 25 years, each episode blends real-life stories, faith-shaped wisdom, and practical tools couples can apply right away.You’ll hear honest conversations about communication, connection, conflict, intimacy, and spiritual growth, delivered with grace, humor, and zero judgment.Whether you're newly engaged or decades into marriage, Committed Hearts will encourage you, challenge you, and help you grow together emotionally, spiritually, and relationally.Because great marriages aren’t found, they’re intentionally built, one committed heart at a time.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.