Beyond the Seven Year Itch

Episode #2: The Real Glue

Keywords   marriage, relationship advice, communication, conflict resolution, humor, pet peeves, New Year's resolutions, podcast, couple dynamics, successful marriage     Summary   In this episode of 'Beyond the Seven Year Itch', James and Carrie discuss the essential elements of a successful marriage, including humor, trust, and communication. They share personal anecdotes about their relationship dynamics, diet challenges, and pet peeves. The couple engages in fun segments like 'Would You Rather?' and 'Grind Your Gears', while also touching on their New Year's resolutions and future podcast plans.     Takeaways   Every relationship should prioritize friendship and humor. Commitment is more important than loyalty theater. Trust and respect are foundational to a successful marriage. Healthy conflict resolution is key to maintaining harmony. It's okay to go to bed mad sometimes. Communication is essential for understanding each other. Being able to give and receive criticism is important. Shared goals and dreams strengthen relationships. Pet peeves can reveal deeper relationship dynamics. New Year's resolutions can help couples grow together.     Titles   Navigating Marriage: Humor and Commitment The Essentials of a Successful Relationship     Sound bites   "You have to have fun together." "Healthy conflict is important." "What grinds your gears?"     Chapters   00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 04:48 Diet Dilemmas and Support in Marriage 10:33 Trust, Respect, and Radical Honesty 15:51 Fun Segment: Would You Rather? 20:18 Four Questions Segment 24:47 Commonalities and Connections 29:12 New Year's Resolutions and Personal Growth

Episode #1: Surviving the Itch, Our Messy Marriage Origin Story

In this inaugural episode of 'Surviving the Itch,' hosts James and Carrie Edgeman share their journey into podcasting while exploring the dynamics of marriage, the concept of the seven-year itch, and the importance of communication in relationships. They engage in a lively discussion about various topics, including their favorite restaurants, relationship challenges, and the Reddit segment 'Am I the Asshole?'. The episode concludes with a fun segment of four questions and a preview of future discussions.