When Kids Get in the Way

Building Boundaries With In-Laws

What do you do if your in-laws are making things difficult for you and your spouse? Drs. John Townsend and Henry Cloud talk with Jim Daly about how to respond if an in-law is pressuring you to do things that hinder you from prioritizing your marriage. Plus, Greg Smalley describes how he's learned to focus more on his marriage while not relying on his parents as much. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast [http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast] or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Get today's featured resource, "Boundaries." [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2026-07-09?refcd=2499002] Take the Focus on Marriage Assessment. [https://sf.fotf.com/cgz7sq] Download "Establishing Healthy Boundaries With Your In-Laws." [https://store.focusonthefamily.com/establishing-healthy-boundaries-with-your-in-laws-digital-product/?refcd=2499002] Take the Reactive Cycle Assessment. [https://sf.fotf.com/0kg4ox] Listen to Focus Live on Godcaster. [https://sf.fotf.com/sw5k26]

Navigating Inevitable Conflict

When the tension is high in your marriage, how do you and your spouse work through it? Fawn Weaver and Jim Daly share about ways you can de-escalate an argument with your mate. Then, Erin and Greg open up about how they've learned to get better at working through a conflict as a team. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY The Argument-Free Marriage [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2026-07-07?refcd=2499101] Focus on Marriage Assessment [https://sf.fotf.com/mukozl] Reducing Conflict in Your Marriage (Digital) [https://store.focusonthefamily.com/reducing-conflict-in-your-marriage-digital-product/?refcd=2499101] Take the Reactive Cycle Assessment [https://sf.fotf.com/hl6cf8] Counseling Consultation and Referrals [https://sf.fotf.com/qql3mr]

When You’re Not Getting Along with In-Laws

In-law relationships can be some of the most complex after you get married. Dr. Gary Chapman joins Jim Daly to talk about responding in a Christ-like manner when your in-laws are not treating you fairly. Also, Erin Smalley discusses how this is a common issue for a lot of couples, and why you're not alone if this is your story.     Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast [http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast] or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Happily Ever After [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2026-07-01?refcd=2495801]   Focus on Marriage Assessment [https://sf.fotf.com/mevpk5]    Becoming Friends With Your In-Laws [https://store.focusonthefamily.com/becoming-friends-with-your-in-laws-digital-product/?refcd=2495801]    Download the Godcaster App [https://sf.fotf.com/o3j6is]   Counseling Consultation and Referrals [https://sf.fotf.com/sqhvhi]   Support This Show! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/24fom-donate/?refcd=2495604]   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback. [https://sf.fotf.com/cyey4q]

What Do You Appreciate About Your Mate?

What would happen in your marriage if you simply told your spouse what you love about them? Kathy Lipp joins Jim Daly to share about an experiment she and her church did with couples. Then, Erin Smalley discusses the difference that giving your spouse regular compliments can make.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast [http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast] or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Happy Habits for Every Couple [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2026-06-30?refcd=2495604]   Focus on Marriage Assessment [https://sf.fotf.com/qgz2fj]    Fun Ways to Pep Up Your Marriage [https://store.focusonthefamily.com/fun-ways-to-pep-up-your-marriage-digital-product/?refcd=2495604]    Download the Godcaster App [https://sf.fotf.com/i4fpsa]   Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage [https://sf.fotf.com/qa4agv]   Support This Show! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/24fom-donate/?refcd=2495604]   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback. [https://sf.fotf.com/cyey4q]

4 Simple Things You Can Do

What if your marriage was only a small adjustment away from going to the next level? Scott and Vanessa Martindale talk to Jim Daly about 4 things you can do that'll keep the communication strong with your spouse. Also, Greg Smalley breaks down why simple habits add up over time.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast [http://focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast] or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Blended and Redeemed [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofm-podcast-2026-06-25?refcd=2495603]   Focus on Marriage Assessment [https://sf.fotf.com/5s6t5x]    Redeeming Your Blended Marriage [https://store.focusonthefamily.com/redeeming-your-blended-marriage-digital/?refcd=2495603]    Download the Godcaster App [https://sf.fotf.com/td8exu]   Conversation Starters for Date Nights [https://sf.fotf.com/fms91q]   Support This Show! [https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/24fom-donate/?refcd=2495603]   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback. [https://sf.fotf.com/cyey4q]